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Remembering Mom

This Sunday, Mother’s Day, children young and old will honor their mothers with flowers, cards, meals, and other tokens of affection. For those of us who have lost our mothers, it is the day to remember all she was and all she did to shape our lives. My mother, a homemaker, was always there for her husband and six children. I don’t know how she did it because she had so many jobs — housekeeper, seamstress, nurse, teacher, cook and the list goes on. She put her heart into all her daily tasks, though I’d say she was most passionate about cooking. I guess the apple doesn’t fall ...

This crisp and colorful romaine and radicchio salad eats like a meal

This crisp, colorful salad gets meaty, briny flavor from oil-cured olives and fruity tang from pomegranate molasses. It’s light and fresh, but hearty enough to serve for brunch or a light supper. In this recipe from our cookbook, “Milk Street 365: The All-Purpose Cookbook for Every Day ...

Spice up brunch this Mother’s Day

METRO — Children commonly like to give their mothers a break from cooking on Mother’s Day. Youngsters may be eager to help out in the kitchen and whip up something that Mom is certain to enjoy. But many recipes can be complicated for younger children or others who might not be so adept ...

Chocolate is the finishing touch this Mother’s Day

METRO — Mother’s Day presents an opportunity for people to shower the special women in their lives with extra love and affection. There are many ways to show Mom you care apart from gifts and dining out. A homemade dessert featuring rich and creamy chocolate might be exactly what Mom needs ...

Give soul food the spotlight

METRO — Soul food is a style of cooking made popular by African Americans with roots in the rural southern United States. The ingredients used and cooking style associated with soul food may evoke strong feelings of home, family and togetherness. Soul food features components of west and central African cuisine, as well as European influences. Common ingredients include beans, cornmeal, pork, and greens. Although soul food originated in the south, today it is found across the country. This means plenty of individuals can experience and enjoy delicious soul food, including this ...