Category Archives: Food Fun

Other than recipes, all posts related to food; including cooking tips, product reviews, and nutrition information.

Give Your Cooking Ethnic Flair

Posted on January 26, 2008 by Krista

Do you ever wonder what makes a dish Chinese, or French, or Italian? These are some spice and herb combinations that distinguish certain national cuisines. By using these combinations you can stick with a family of flavors and turn your … Continue reading →

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Stock the Essential Panty

Posted on January 17, 2008 by Krista

You could invent meals for a month if you had all these things at one time! Try to keep all of the must-haves in stock, and a good variety of the useful items. MUST-HAVES Bread Butter Cheese Chicken Broth Eggs … Continue reading →

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Rice Cooker

Posted on November 20, 2007 by Krista

Wow, I’ve finally joined the ranks of those who don’t burn their rice. It’s only been about 10 years, but now I have one, and since I saved it from being my daughter’s drum last week, it is still part … Continue reading →

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Simple Starters

Posted on November 10, 2007 by Krista

When you have company over and they’re ready but dinner’s not, you’ll be glad you thought to have one of these ready. Personally, I think some starters also make a great simple dinner for two. Some of the easiest starters … Continue reading →

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About Cranberries

Posted on November 3, 2007 by Krista

Did you know? Cranberries, blueberries and Concord grapes are the only three fruits native to North America! Cranberries got their name from their appearance. In the spring the vines flower, and the pink petals bear a resemblance to the head … Continue reading →

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Pie Plates and Accessories

Posted on October 20, 2007 by Krista

I think that when someone coined the phrase “Easy as Pie,” they didn’t appreciate how complicated a pie can be. Sure, it’s just crust and filling, but seriously, who really knows how to crimp a perfect edge? Or how to … Continue reading →

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Snacktacular

Posted on September 22, 2007 by Krista

Well I just have to share with you a fabulous food site I just found, courtesy of my husband who ceaselessly scours the web for interesting and funny websites, pics and videos. This one is called pimpthatsnack.com, and it documents … Continue reading →

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