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Bastille Day the Facts and Some Food to Celebrate
Bastille Day is the French national holiday which is celebrated on July 14th of each year. In France, it is called La Fête Nationale. Some simply use the date “le quatorze juillet” when speaking of the holiday. The celebration is still a major holiday as once was...
Potato, Vegetable and Apple Curry Recipe
Hearty, Fragrant, and Naturally Vegan – A Cozy One-Pan Wonder! . This delicious Potato, Vegetable and Apple Curry was born from a “what’s for dinner?” moment and has become a favorite in our kitchen. Sweet-tart apple pairs beautifully with earthy potatoes, carrots,...
Mumme Kohlrouladen (cabbage rolls) Recipe
We got this recipe out of a book sent to us from a dear friend in Braunschweig Germany located in lower Saxony. Funny how so many of the countries in that area have similar recipes. This is reminiscent of Polish galobki minus the inclusion of rice with...
Chinese Sliced Steak, Onion and Broccoli Stir-Fry
This lightning-fast Chinese-American classic delivers tender slices of beef, sweet onions, and crisp-tender broccoli in a savory oyster sauce glaze — all ready in about 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want takeout flavor at home! . Serves: 4 Prep...
Grilled Chicken Pita Salad Recipe
Looking for a light yet satisfying salad that feels like a complete meal? This Grilled Chicken Pita Salad delivers bright Mediterranean flavors with juicy grilled chicken, crisp asparagus, tangy feta, sweet grape tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, crunchy pita chips,...
Tomato and Basil Pesto
We had tomatoes that we wanted to get rid of. First we were going to just make the traditional basil pesto, and add raw tomatoes to the dressed pasta. We were not in the mood to do a lot of chopping, and decided to just throw them in the food processor while making...
Allergy Free Baked Cod with Warm Tomato Vinaigrette and Mustard Greens
Delicate fish with a traditional warm tomato vinaigrette served with braised mustard greens. Serves 4 3 (6-8 ounce/170-227g) pieces of cod Salt and Pepper 1 tablespoon/15ml white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons/30ml olive oil 1 tablespoon/15ml/6g chopped scallion 1...
Botticelli Rigatoni Pasta Pie Recipe
Looking for a show-stopping pasta dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat? This Botticelli Rigatoni Pasta Pie turns ordinary rigatoni into a beautiful, sliceable “pie” with upright pasta tubes filled with savory meat sauce and topped with golden, bubbly cheese.It’s...
A Brief History on Passover/Pesach
Passover, or Pesach in Hebrew, is one of the Jewish religion’s most holy and observed holidays. In Judaism, Passover commemorates the story of the Israelites’ departure from ancient Egypt, which appears in the Hebrew Bible’s books of Exodus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. ...
How To Tell if Eggs Are Fresh
. If you aren't sure how fresh your eggs are, here's an easy way to test them. . Difficulty: Easy Time Required: 1 minute . What You Need • Eggs • Bowl or Deep Container • Water . Here's How: • Fill a deep bowl or pan with enough cold tap water to cover an egg. •...
Pasta with White Beans, Tomato and Basil Recipe
This Pasta with White Beans, Tomato and Basil is the kind of recipe that proves simple ingredients can create something truly satisfying. Juicy diced tomatoes gently simmered in olive oil with garlic, combined with creamy white beans and fragrant fresh basil, create a...
Gluten Free Quick Black Bean Dip Recipe
Unexpected people arrive and there is not enough time to make something fancy, but no one wants a boring cheese platter from the store. . Whip up this dip in the food processor. Made from canned black beans, salsa, and a few spices, even someone with minimal kitchen...
Spaghetti Fegatini Recipe
Fegatini is traditionally an appetizer served on crostini in Tuscany. I was living on South Beach and found myself with nothing by some dried pasta and left over fegatini...it has been a favourite of mine ever since. Serves 4-6 1 pound/450g spaghetti 1 pound/45og...
Bow Tie Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Basil Recipe
This Bow Tie Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Basil is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that comes together in minutes with almost no cooking required for the sauce. Sweet burst cherry tomatoes, briny capers, fragrant fresh basil, and a touch of garlic and...
Bleu Cheese Beef Recipe
This Bleu Cheese Beef recipe transforms simple beef tenderloin steaks into a restaurant-worthy dish with minimal effort. Juicy, broiled tenderloin steaks are topped with a rich blue cheese butter that melts into creamy perfection, then finished with golden,...
Scientists Are Rethinking Bamboo As a Powerful New Superfood
Bamboo isn’t just fast-growing, it may be a powerful new superfood hiding in plain sight. Date: January 16, 2026 Source: Anglia Ruskin University The first-ever academic review focused on bamboo as a food has uncovered a wide range of possible health benefits....