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A celebration of Spanish cuisine for Hispanic Heritage Month

METRO — Each year, beginning on September 15 and extending to October 15, communities across the country celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. The United States has benefitted from a boom in its Hispanic population over the last half century, making Hispanic Heritage Month a worthy reason to celebrate for Americans from all cultural backgrounds. The cultural contributions of Hispanics in the U.S. are too numerous to mention them all. Cuisine is one such contribution, and there’s seemingly no end to the flavorful dishes individuals can enjoy as they seek to celebrate Hispanic ...

Afterschool snacks made with peanut butter

School’s back in session and for parents, and kids, that means a change of pace in the daily routine. It’s important to consider the nutritional value of what kids eat to optimize their ability to think, learn and take part in school activities. A balanced breakfast and lunch help provide that needed energy — but what about the time between afterschool and dinnertime when kids are ravenous and would eat all the junk food in sight if you let them? The trick is to supply afterschool snacks that the kids will love and that you’ll also love because they are easy to prepare and ...

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 ...