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Tangy cheese gives this salad a kick

METRO — Summer party season requires having plenty of refreshing, and easy-to-prepare offerings for family, friends and other guests. Salads come in all shapes and sizes, and can feature a versatile mix of ingredients to help customize their flavor. They’re also refreshing and easy to prepare and serve on hot days or nights. “Chickpea, Feta and Orzo Salad” puts a Mediterranean-style twist on the summer salad. Feta cheese gives it richness and tang, while chickpeas pack a protein- and fiber-laden punch. Enjoy this recipe, courtesy of “Cooking Light Fresh Food Superfast” ...

No eggs? No problem

While eggs have always been an economical household staple, delicious for breakfast, lunch or dinner, as well as a common ingredient in homemade baked goods or boxed mixes and main dishes, outbreaks of bird flu have led to a shortage of eggs causing skyrocketing prices. First let’s look at what eggs do for our favorite recipes. The proteins in eggs create a structure that helps prevent baked goods from crumbling and also help with browning. The fats in egg yolks add richness and moisture. For a good rise, egg whites, when beaten, contain air that expands during baking. In savory ...

Bourbon-plumped currants enhance the flavor of hot cross buns for Easter

Hot cross buns are an Easter specialty with a light, enriched crumb that’s studded with currants and flavored with a gentle mix of warm spices and a hint of citrus. While some versions are drizzled with icing, we prefer a traditional semi-sweet, flour-based “cross” etched across the ...

Easter apps made easy

Family Features — If you’ll be hosting friends and family for Easter this year, creating the perfect spread doesn’t have to be hard. Make your gathering as simple as it is delicious by serving dishes that can be made ahead of time then easily put together on the big day. Opting for an ...

Fresh fish hot off the grates

Family Features — Whether you’re a seasoned grilling expert or new to backyard barbecuing, expanding your menu with seafood offers a fun, flavorful way to bring life to outdoor entertaining. Grilling fish is different than traditional fare like burgers and steaks, however. One method ...

Spice up your Easter Sunday dinner

METRO — Easter is a springtime religious holiday during which faithful Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christ is often referred to as the “Lamb of God,” many Easter celebrations feature lamb on the menu as a reflection on Christ’s sacrifice. There are many ways to prepare lamb, but those who want to incorporate new flavors into their Easter meal can embrace some bold and flavorful offerings from Asia. “Indian Lamb Curry” from “Cooking Light Dinner’s Ready!” (Oxmoor House) from the editors of Cooking Light, is a hearty and delicious way to feed ...