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The nutritional value of peanut butter

METRO — Peanut butter can be found in most households. Peanut butter is a staple for school lunches and it’s a common component in everything from savory dishes like pad thai to sweet desserts like peanut butter cookies. Peanut butter is essential in various recipes, and there is some nutritional power behind all of that flavor. Peanut butter, when eaten in moderation, can be a healthy addition to most diets. It is an ancient food that can be traced to the Incas and Aztecs. Modern peanut butter is attributed to three different individuals: Marcellus Gilmore Edson, Dr. John Harvey ...

Chicken: it’s what’s for dinner

When we turn on the TV we’re bound to hear about the shaky economy, but we don’t really need the media to tell us what our wallets already know. Heck, a trip to the grocery store or paying the monthly bills is clue enough that expenditures are gaining on earnings. Not only does that not leave money for dining out but is forcing families to plan meals on the cheap. Chicken is a staple in my freezer. Cheaper than ground beef, I can do a lot with chicken breasts, whole chickens and chicken pieces, from soups, casseroles, barbecue, salads and so much more. And when it comes to cooking ...

This four-cheese pasta is Italy’s answer to macaroni and cheese

Rich and creamy pasta ai quattro formaggi — or pasta with four cheeses — is the Italian equivalent of American mac and cheese. The cheeses can vary, though funky Gorgonzola and nutty Parmesan are typical. In this recipe from “Milk Street 365: The All-Purpose Cookbook for Every Day of ...

A recipe for turmeric chicken soup is a window into a Southern Thai family

Growing up in Southern Thailand, Nok Suntaranon spent most days after school helping her mother sell homemade curry pastes in the local market. Dealing with customers. Pushing the heavy cart with her two brothers. Staining her fingers yellow as she peeled turmeric root by the kilo, enough ...

Kimchi and cranberry? Celebrate National Pizza Month with these unusual toppings

October is National Pizza Month, a time to celebrate the beloved cheesy, saucy delight that brings joy to millions. During this month-long celebration, restaurants and home cooks showcase their creativity with an array of delicious toppings and styles. Now is the perfect time to enjoy everyone's favorite comfort food and try some not-so-ordinary toppings. Why try unique toppings Specialty pizzas like the Hawaiian pizza with its unique combination of ham and pineapple or the spicy pepperoni pizza cater to different tastes. Over the years, creative and unconventional toppings have ...

Bring the taste of takeout home

Family Features — Some nights, especially when schedules are jam packed, the allure of grabbing takeout or swinging through a drive-thru between activities may sound more appealing than spending time in the kitchen. You can skip the to-go boxes, however, with these tasty Asian-inspired dishes that come together almost as fast as delivery while allowing you to get creative at mealtime. Packed with fresh shrimp and crispy veggies, this Crab and Shrimp Sushi Burrito fuses some favorite takeout dishes together to satisfy cravings in half an hour. Using Success Boil-in-Bag Jasmine Rice, ...