Lean into the spring season with a creative recipes like Prosciutto and Parmesan Egg Cups to take brunch to the next level. As a natural source of vitamins and minerals, eggs are a delicious protein powerhouse with just 70 calories per large egg. Boiled, scrambled, poached, baked and any other way you like them, they’re […]
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A Springtime Pie for Easter
Citrus fruits ripen in late winter but reach their juiciest best in early spring — before the temperatures get too warm and the trees set their next season of buds. Lemons are known in kitchens around the world for their ability to lighten and brighten a recipe, and nearly everyone enjoys a tart-sweet, lemony dessert. […]
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A Savory Meal for Spring Celebrations: Herb Crusted Leg of Lamb
From picnics and family reunions to al fresco meals on the patio, flavor and freshness can make springtime dishes truly mouthwatering. As you plan your spring menu for time with loved ones, think outside the box with recipes that can feed a crowd. One easy way to elevate your warm weather entertaining is with a […]
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Apple Cake Recipe to Add a Little Sweetness to Any Occasion
It’s almost impossible to beat the combination of sweet fruit and decadent desserts. This delicious recipe for apple cake highlights the crisp fruit but also the cinnamon sugar-flavored pastry. It’s luscious but doesn’t overdo it on the sweet meter with just the right mix of flavors. The cake is baked with the apples inside as […]
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How to Grow Your Own Greens
The National Garden Bureau has declared 2022 the Year of the Greens. Here’s what you need to get started to grow your own. Overview and History Curiously, salad got its start not as a dietary staple but as an aphrodisiac. We know this because leafy relations to modern romaine are depicted in ancient paintings as […]
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How to Create the Ultimate Home Baking Station
Baking is a fantastic way to foster your creativity and sharpen your skills. If you love to bake, adding a baking station to your home is an excellent way to cook up new creations and keep things organized. Baking stations offer you a designated area for all of your baking ingredients, goods, tools and more. […]
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Baked Bread to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
From hearty stews to minty pies, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are all about enjoying the flavors of the holiday. Whether you’re cooking up a full meal or simply serving appetizers, this Irish Potato Bread makes for a simple, tasty snack to feed your crowd. Find more celebratory recipes at Culinary.net. Irish Potato Bread Ingredients: Instructions: […]
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A Sweet St. Patrick’s Day — Mint Pie Recipe
Even if you’re not Irish, a green treat like this Luck o’ the Irish Mint Pie can get you and your guests into the festive spirit. With enough seasonal flavor to go around, this recipe makes two pies, so be sure to cut every leprechaun a generous portion. Find more festive recipes at Culinary.net. Luck […]
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Empty Bowls on March 5 to Raise Funds for Local Kids
“Because no child should go hungry,” Altrusa of Gig Harbor is working hard to make sure the children of this area don’t. In collaboration with about 20 local pottery artists, the Altrusa Empty Bowls committee is holding its annual fundraiser on March 5 to try and prevent hunger among children in our local community. Empty […]