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Pineapple on pizza? Ketchup on steak? Seven food debates guaranteed to spark heated discussions

Don’t deny it; you probably have a guilty pleasure when it comes to absurd food combos — like ketchup on steak — that you know will ruffle some feathers. Explore some of the most divisive food debates that are bound to spark intense arguments, whether it’s about the best pasta shape or pineapple on pizza. Find out where you stand and how unique your taste preferences really are. Pineapple on pizza: A crime or delicious combo? The Hawaiian pizza, made of ham and pineapple, has been the center of debate since its creation. Fans argue that the sweetness of the pineapple ...

Steve Sando wades into the chili wars with a meatless, bean-forward offering

The chili debate is one of Steve Sando's favorites. Texans can be stubborn, and most will tell you that beans have no business in chili con carne. You can easily shrug and ignore them, doing what pleases you. However, bean broth adds something special to chili, even if you have few or no ...

Eight healthy snack ideas kids will love

METRO — Parents know that growing children need a lot of food. According to pediatric dietitian Hanna Leikin, MS, RD, CSP, LD, kids need a higher calorie demand per body weight compared to adults to support bone development, muscle growth and other bodily functions. Perhaps that’s why it seems like a stocked refrigerator or pantry can become barren in just a few days when kids are in the house. Children are frequently looking for snacks between meals, which means that parents need to have a variety of snack foods at the ready for their youngsters. But it can be a struggle to find ...

Slow cook some spicy wings for the big game

METRO — The games garner the bulk of fans’ attention when football season kicks off each year at the end of summer. While the exciting action on the gridiron is a cause for celebration among millions of football fans, the food enjoyed during game day provides much to look forward to as well. Certain foods have become part and parcel of watching a particular sport. For example, who can attend a baseball game and resist the temptation to indulge in a hot dog? For football fans, chicken wings are the go-to game day dish. There’s no shortage of ways to prepare chicken wings, but fans ...

More slow- cooker ideas for busy days

It seems that not that long ago I shared a column featuring slow-cooker meals. In fact, over the years I’ve done a few. That’s because I understand the daunting task of preparing hot nutritious meals for the family, especially when school-aged children are involved in sports and other afterschool activities. When everyone is on a different schedule, a slow-cooker takes the guesswork out of dinnertime — it’s anytime. Add these easy and delicious slow-cooker recipes to your collection and I guarantee you will make them often. Italian Pot Roast 8-ounces sliced fresh ...

There’s no butter in apple butter, but it spreads deliciously

For me, it’s just not fall unless there is at least one apple picking outing. It’s been a family tradition since I was little — even though I actually fell out of an apple tree and broke my leg when I was 5. It wasn’t the tree’s fault. And we never bring home a normal amount of ...