Food & Dining

I have made this dessert for Valentine’s Day, and it comes out really well.  It is fairly easy and I like that it only makes two servings, so you can’t overindulge.  It requires at least three

Nothing says “I love you” like a chocolate covered strawberry or a mug-full of hot chocolate with fresh whipped cream on top. Dipping-chocolate can be found in the baker’s section of the grocery

I just came up with a delicious, low fat, vegetarian recipe. I wanted to make rice and beans to go with my enchiladas, but the kids have a tantrum if I put anything in their beloved plain rice. So, I switched

There's been quite a few times in the grocery store where I'm not sure if the "Organic" sign above the apples (or other produce) is referring to this bin or that bin and without a brand sticker

We are well underway with out cookie making extravaganza at our house this week.  We found this great website, called Sweet Celebrations to buy unique cookie cutters from and my daughters fast approaching

While it's hard to think about gardening and fresh fruits and vegetables in the dreary dead of winter, now is the time to sign up for farm shares. For those unfamiliar with this process, community-supported

If you are still looking for a chili recipe for the game tonight, or for anytime, here is a super chili recipe from Cooking Light. I have been making it for years, and I’m always surprised at how good it

Check out these recipes for pureed vegetable soups from Martha Stewart’s site; they’re easy, low in fat, and are an easy way of eating your vegetables. Plus, everyone loves soup in the winter. I made

Reheating refrigerated bread To warm biscuits, pancakes, or muffins that were refrigerated, place them in a microwave with a cup of water. The increased moisture will keep the food moist and help it reheat faster

Here are some things I found out from a friend that I bet you didn't know. Peel a banana from the bottom and you won't have to pick the little "stringy things" off of it. That's how the primates