Articles for category: Food & Wine

Karla News

Tips on Cooking Without Salt

The dreaded news was delivered: Your doctor says you have to restrict your salt intake. This life-changing prescription could be made for a number of reasons, including treatment for obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart ailments and hypertension. The good news is you don’t have to suffer bland food. Sure, you may have to give ...

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Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Versus Velveeta Shells and Cheese

Growing up no matter how poor we may have been, we always had Kraft Macaroni and Cheese on hand. My mom could create amazing dishes with that one product. It was a family favorite and served for every occasion ranging from birthday parties to funeral dinners. It wasn’t until I moved out on my own ...

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Dynamic Vegetable Side Dishes for the Autumn Table

During this Autumn time of year, it seems the roasted turkey and steaming pumpkin pies are the stars of the show (or at least the Fall table) while the abundance of fresh vegetables available at the farmer’s market and the grocer’s bins get overlooked. There are some delicious, glamorous ways to prepare in-season, local vegetables ...

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Top Digital Fork Thermometers for Under $30

A barbecue fork thermometer enables you to quickly, easily, and accurately determine the doneness of your meats on the barbecue or in the oven, enabling you to deliver meals from rare to well-done, exactly as desired, without having to return them to the flame for more cooking. An electronic fork thermometer is an inexpensive and ...

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How to Cook Chicken Livers

Chicken livers are very tender and have just a hint of wild flavor. You can pan fry chicken livers or you can simmer them. How you decide to cook them is determined by the texture you want when the livers are cooked. Below are instructions for both cooking methods. Pan Fried Chicken Livers If you ...

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Labor Day Cookout Ideas

It’s almost time for the end of summer and this means Labor Day is quickly approaching. Labor Day is the perfect opportunity to break out the grill one more time before summer has vanished and have friends and family over for a holiday cookout! If you’d like to go with the same fare as last ...

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Why I Love Progresso Breadcrumbs

I love to cook and there are a few ingredients that are absolute necessities in my kitchen. Progresso Breadcrumbs are one of these ingredients. I use their regular breadcrumbs but my favorite to use is their Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs. Other companies make Italian seasoned breadcrumbs but they are not quite the same. Aside from the ...

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Cheap and Easy Ground Beef Meals

Finding a cheaper way to feed the family has always been a goal for me, but as food prices soar it becomes a necessity for many. Often, the cost of the grocery bill escalates because of limited or no planning on what to buy before showing up at the store. Meal planning before you walk ...