(2008/12/02)
Not that anyone is likely to complain if all you do to your mashed potatoes is add copious quantities of butter and cream ... but if you are looking for ways to add wow to your taters, it’s easier and faster than you might think.
(2008/12/02)
Want homemade gravy without the fuss of dealing with pan drippings?
(2008/12/02)
Every family expects their favorites at the holidays, but they’ll be happy to find some new surprises awaiting them. From snacks to breads to cookies, candies, fruit cakes and special desserts, this is a time when the pleasure of sharing these special holiday treats with others adds to the holiday cheer.
(2008/12/02)
Here is my annual selection of the top award-winning wine values, drawn from results of the 15 major California wine competitions of 2008, as compiled by California Grapevine — a highly regarded and reliable monthly wine publication. As usual, wines have a “California” appellation if no other is listed.
(2008/12/02)
Family Sunday For a special family meal, try Mediterranean Pork Kebabs (see recipe). Serve with couscous and add some chopped kalamata olives to it. Alongside, broccollini and dinner rolls are good. Buy a chocolate meringue pie for dessert.
(2008/11/27)
Here are step-by-step instructions from the November 2008 issue of Better Homes and Gardens magazine for carving and serving your holiday bird
(2008/11/27)
This classic stuffing recipe calls for a standard bag of seasoned stuffing cubes. But if you’d rather start from scratch, cut 1 pound of white sandwich bread into 1/2-inch cubes. Leave the cubes out, uncovered, overnight to dry, then use as directed.
(2008/11/27)
Express Sunday Rely on a spiral-sliced ham, deli potato salad and cnned baked beans for a fine meal today. Add pumpernickel bread. Finish the easy meal with a chocolate layer cake.
(2008/11/27)
It’s time to plan the Thanksgiving menu — turkey, sweet potatoes, cranberries, green bean casserole, fruit salad and, of course, pecan and pumpkin pie.
(2008/11/27)
Here are some tips for entertaining to help you select, serve and enjoy wines anxiety-free, in moderation and at moderate cost.
(2008/11/27)
WINONA AREA SCHOOLS Breakfast Monday: Cereal, toast, fruit or juice, milk Tuesday: Lemon poppy seed muffin, yogurt, fruit or juice, milk
(2008/11/20)
This election season is so stressing me out. The Republicans can’t stand the Democrats and the Democrats can’t stand the Republicans. The left hates the right; the right hates the left.
(2008/11/20)
It’s going to be a dark, chilly night for all those little boys and girls who have turned into ghosts and goblins, and we want them to be safe and have fun, so please be on the lookout for them and use caution when driving.
(2008/11/20)
Tonight is All-Hallows Eve (also known as Halloween) — an event in which pumpkins often play a leading role, making this an appropriate time to update my suggestions for wines to serve with pumpkin or butternut squash. Both these large and distinctive, rich and usually slightly sweet vegetable symbols of harvest time often can be found on fall tables in thick and colorful baked slices or in rich, savory soups.
(2008/11/20)
WINONA AREA SCHOOLS Breakfast Monday: No school Tuesday: Pancake, yogurt, fruit or juice, milk Wednesday: Cereal, toast, fruit or juice, milk Thursday: Cereal, granola bar, fruit or juice, milk
(2008/11/20)
Family Sunday Your family will be impressed with Steak Kebabs with Long Grain and Wild Rice (see recipe) for a fall feast. Serve the combo with tiny frozen green peas and sourdough bread. Dessert is as simple as fat-free strawberry ice cream.
(2008/10/30)
Providing a snack for a child’s classroom is no simple task, especially when it comes to Halloween. The trick-or-treating itself will result in plenty of candy, so many parents hesitate to send in yet more sweets. Plus, the prevalence of food allergies means you must be especially careful about what you select, whether sweet or savory.
(2008/10/30)
Whether you’re hosting a party or just warming up after tricking and treating, “spirits” are a fine way to get your ghoul on.
(2008/10/30)
Oh, what beauty! A drive along the river with the sun shining on the trees in all their majestic colors of red, gold, green and brown is a sight to behold.
(2008/10/30)
Family Sunday For family day, prepare Roast Turkey and Root Vegetables with Mustard Rosemary Sauce (see recipe). Add a mixed greens salad and multigrain bread. For dessert, buy an apple crumble pie.
(2008/10/30)
COTTER SCHOOLS Monday: Chicken strips, au gratins, hot ham and cheese, buttered noodles
(2008/10/23)
Cooler weather — and an even cooler economy — mean the time is right for movie night on the couch.
(2008/10/23)
These bonbons are easily adapted to whatever flavor you like by using different pudding mixes. Or try combining flavors, such as chocolate and banana, vanilla and chocolate, or pistachio and vanilla. Chopped nuts and dried fruit also can be mixed into the filling. For added flourish, decorate the finished bonbons by drizzling them with melted white chocolate.
(2008/10/23)
Nearly everyone is familiar with common “root” vegetables such as potatoes, onions, carrots and beets, which are a typical side dish to many meals.
(2008/10/23)
Family Sunday Fruit and pork pair well and make fall family dinners special, just like these Autumn-Glazed Pork Chops (see recipe). Serve them with a favorite, baked sweet potatoes. Slash the tops and drizzle them with maple syrup. Add cauliflower and an arugula salad. Blueberry turnovers are a nice dessert.
(2008/10/23)
If your evening will involve popping in a DVD, you might as well pop some awesome corn to go with it. In just about 10 minutes, you can have some seriously good popcorn to accompany your entertainment.
(2008/10/23)
WINONA AREA SCHOOLS Breakfast Monday: Cereal, toast, fruit or juice, milk Tuesday: Mini pancakes, fruit or juice, milk Wednesday: Cereal, chocolate chip muffin, fruit or juice, milk
(2008/10/16)
From ECES Inc. Fewer than a third of Americans are cooking their evening dinners from scratch, according to a recent survey.
(2008/10/16)
Crisp cool air, leaves turning colors and the harvest being brought in from the fields and gardens — it’s time to set the table with fall’s comfort foods.
(2008/10/16)
Family Sunday Enjoy family day with Pan-Seared Flat Iron Steaks (see recipe) for dinner. On the side, your own scalloped potatoes are good along with fresh broccoli, mixed greens and multigrain bread. Buy a carrot cake for dessert.
(2008/10/16)
WINONA AREA SCHOOLS Breakfast Monday: Cereal, yogurt, fruit or juice, milk Tuesday: Breakfast pizza, fruit or juice, milk Wednesday: Cereal, cinnamon roll, fruit or juice, milk
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