Jersey Royal Potato Salad with Duck and Crispy Pancetta

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Jersey Royal potato salad with duck and pancetta balances sweet new potatoes, salty pancetta, rich duck and a bright mustard dressing. The central flavour combination of Jersey Royal potatoes, duck breast and pancetta makes this a memorable spring salad — warm, savoury and a touch refined. It works well as a light main for two … Read more

Crispy Ranch-Roasted Chickpeas

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These Oven Roasted Chickpeas make an easy, wholesome snack that’s full of crunch and flavor. Seasoned with ranch powder and baked until crisp, they’re a satisfying alternative to chips and a tasty way to add texture to salads, grain bowls, or snack bowls. A new year often inspires simple changes: eating a bit healthier, cooking … Read more

Meatballs and Rice School Lunch Ideas for Kids

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This lunch closely resembles the kind of lunchbox I carried while growing up in Korea. Instead of fresh fruit and raw vegetables, my lunches usually included a variety of banchan — small, flavorful Korean side dishes — alongside warm rice and a modest portion of meat. The meat component often looked similar to the meatballs … Read more

Fragrant Coconut Rice with Lime and Toasted Coconut

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A well-respected local newspaper called and asked, “Would you be willing to be part of a food feature? We’ll follow you while you shop and cook, and we’d like one of five chefs to create a dish, write a recipe, and be ready tomorrow.” My immediate reaction: Wow—me? Absolutely. I decided to keep things simple … Read more

Sea Foam: What Causes It, Is It Safe, and How It Forms

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A classic old-fashioned Sea Foam candy recipe. Sea Foam is a light, airy confection with a dreamy texture somewhere between marshmallows and meringues. It’s very similar to Divinity, though there are a few subtle differences that make this version unique. This particular Sea Foam recipe comes from my grandmother, clipped from an old magazine. It’s … Read more

Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Fusilli

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This slow cooker chicken in garlic Parmesan sauce is ideal for busy days. It yields a rich, creamy dish of tender chicken and pasta with minimal hands-on time. The slow cooker does the work while the chicken absorbs the savory sauce, resulting in a comforting, family-friendly meal that’s simple to prepare. Easy Slow Cooked Fusilli … Read more

Greek Lemon Pot Roast with Crispy Potatoes

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This incredible pot roast is a Mediterranean take on the classic pot roast recipe that your family will love. The meat stays juicy, the potatoes crisp up, and everything roasts in a bright, savory pan sauce made with oregano, rosemary, lemon, garlic, and olive oil. A simple meat-and-potatoes dinner rarely disappoints. This roasted beef chuck … Read more

Frozen Wild Blueberry Dessert Recipes

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Frozen Wild Blueberry Desserts Yield: 12 desserts Prep Time: 10 minutes Additional Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes These frozen wild blueberry desserts are an ideal summer treat as the season winds down. They balance fruity blueberry flavor with a pleasant sweetness and a crisp crust. If you want recipes using frozen … Read more

Savory Ciabatta and Pork Sausage Stuffing

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Stuffing or dressing? Technically this would be called “dressing” since it’s baked separately from the turkey, but around here we’ve always called it stuffing. Use whichever name you prefer — just know I’ll keep calling it stuffing. I’ll admit something: I used to dislike traditional stuffing. Too many versions I’d tried were overly wet and … Read more