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Mother’s Day memories

As Mother’s Day approaches I’m thinking about what special thing I’d do for my mom, if she were here. My mom especially enjoyed picnics, whether at one of our beautiful state parks or in one of her kid’s back yards. Many cherished memories have sprung from such events, from her love of outdoor games to her creative insect deterrents. She was a good cook so I guess that’s where I got my love of cooking. When I left home, I took with me copies of her recipes. Then, as time went by, she began asking me for recipes. I know she was proud. If I was planning a Mother’s Day ...

An at-home solution with the taste of takeout

FAMILY FEATURES — If you’re cozying up at home but takeout cravings are calling, it may just be time for a pantry refresh that brings bold flavors straight to your kitchen. No matter what kind of cook you are — Bumble Bee Snackers are your new secret snack-section solution. For ...

The quiche that made Michael Anthony love leeks in Paris cooking school

I didn’t understand leeks when I was growing up; in fact, I never ate them. It took living in France for me to fall for them. This Leek Quiche recipe, from my cookbook “V Is for Vegetables,” was not only the first thing I learned in cooking school in Paris; it was also part of my ...

This magnesium-rich vegetable could help with stress relief

What if better sleep and lower stress were already sitting on your plate? Magnesium is trending as the latest natural remedy for improved sleep and stress relief. But before you reach for magnesium supplements, you may already be getting enough through your diet. Plus, while the mineral is often linked to better rest, that’s just one of many benefits this nutrient delivers. “Magnesium plays a major role in more than 300 reactions in your body,” says Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD, nutrition and wellness expert. “It promotes heart health, helps regulate blood pressure and blood ...

What seniors should know about red meat

METRO — As people age, their dietary habits may need to be modified in protection of their long-term health. Seniors may be advised to avoid certain foods, including red meat. The consensus regarding seniors and red meat now emphasizes balance. Red meat, which consists of beef, lamb and pork, offers bioavailable nutrients that are difficult to get from plants alone. Red meat contains vitamin B12, which is crucial for cognitive function and nerve health. Since absorption of B12 often declines with age, according to UCLA Health, it can be challenging to get enough. Red meat contains ...

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo: Elevate Taco Tuesday

Myself and scores of others truly have a passion for Mexican food, so much so that many families enjoy a taco or two at least once a week. At home, dining on tacos has become so popular that taco night has its own catchy name and day — Taco Tuesday. It so happens that this year the fifth of May falls on a Tuesday, how perfect for the celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Elevate Taco Tuesday with a variety of tacos; conventional beef, slow-simmered pork and succulent grilled shrimp. Turn up the heat with condiments, rice and beans. Cool down with frosty drinks and a delicious dessert (recipe ...