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Cheesy stromboli packs pizza-like flavors into a portable spiral

Stromboli is an Italian-American invention said to have been created in Philadelphia in the 1950s, but the dish takes its name from an island off the coast of Sicily. Like the calzone, it’s a sort of portable pizza — fillings are enclosed in dough and baked — but more often than not, ...

Vegetable soup, three ways

It’s that time of year when many are cleaning out their freezers making room for the rewards of a successful hunt for wild game. If during that cleaning frenzy you come across a bag of frozen mixed vegetables hiding behind a roast, make a batch of hot and hearty vegetable soup. And whether you choose to make your soup on the slow, or prefer quick, or quickest, I’ve got options for you. The recipe for Old-fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup has been in my family since before there was me. The soup, loaded with beef (or venison), cabbage, vegetables, and some creamed corn for a touch of ...

Candy corn conflict! The Halloween treat that divides us

Love it or hate it, candy corn is a Halloween staple. Some people can’t resist candy corn’s super-sweet taste, while others think it’s too artificial and sugary. Whether you’re a fan or a skeptic, there’s no denying that this tiny, tri-colored treat has a fascinating history that goes beyond mere snacking. There’s a little in-between when it comes to this iconic Halloween candy. The great candy corn debate gets people fired up at parties and sparks social media discussion. It’s like the pineapple-on-pizza argument but with candy. Candy corn’s unique texture and flavor ...