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Celebrate Dad with a big breakfast

When it comes to Father’s Day the question arises, “What do you get the man who has everything?” Actually, most of the men I know thoroughly enjoy a good breakfast, the bigger the better. Of course, any big breakfast should start with eggs. For dad’s special day I recommend an omelet loaded with everything but the kitchen sink — meat, cheese and veggies. A perfect Western omelet (the name says it all) is sure to make your cowboy smile. Oh, and don’t forget the hot sauce. For the meat and potatoes guy, a skillet of hash brown potatoes, hand grated, or from the freezer ...

Simple tips for more flavorful grilling

METRO — Grilling is sometimes described as an art form. Many skilled grillmasters are a testament to that assertion, and it’s apparent to anyone who enjoys grilled foods that some who man the grill have a knack for producing flavorful dishes. Though grilling requires a little trial and error on the path to becoming a go-to grillmaster, there are some simple strategies anyone can employ to produce more flavorful finished products. — Dry rub foods before putting them on the grill. Grilling enthusiasts may debate if a dry rub or a marinade is best for grilled foods, and that ...

Strawberries: A dessert- lovers favorite

Oh, happy day! Local strawberries are ready for picking. Red, ripe and sweet, there is almost no dish that doesn’t benefit from the addition of a few berries. But of all the tasty uses for strawberries around this house, desserts top the list. It’s no surprise that many creative ideas ...

Shelled shrimp add big flavor to this simple tomato sauce

In Venetian scampi alla busara, large, sweet, shell-on prawns are bathed in a sauce made with fresh tomatoes and flavored with a splash of white wine, smashed garlic cloves and a sprinkling of pepper flakes. Pairing scampi alla busara with al dente pasta is a delicious, though not strictly ...

This summer, skip the booze without missing the fun

If you thought that going sober meant signing up for a lifetime of tepid ginger ale, think again. In the past few years, non-alcoholic drink options have become more popular than ever. So whether you’ve been dry for a decade or have recently become sober curious, read on for an inside look at why so many Americans are embracing mocktails this summer. Americans are breaking up with booze Ever thought about reducing your alcohol consumption? If so, you’ve likely noticed that summer social events and alcohol seem to go together like gin and tonic: a frustrating combination for ...

Bring joy to mealtimes by dining together

FAMILY FEATURES — The renowned Mediterranean Diet, celebrated for its myriad benefits, has been rated as a top diet in the world for years. Recognizing the benefits of the foods included in the Mediterranean Diet, it’s important to broaden the understanding beyond its ingredients to ...