Food
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An asparagus tart topped with Caesar dressing welcomes spring in style
Apr 01, 2025 5:36 am - This simple-to-assemble tart features tender asparagus baked under a blanket of vegan Caesar dressing on a crisp puff pastry crust.
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Pearl-shaped bubble foods are adding pop to all kinds of menus
Apr 01, 2025 5:08 am - Tiny sphere-shaped foods seem to be everywhere, entertaining mouths with their pop-ability and the sometimes unusual transformation of familiar foods. Here are some examples of pearl-shaped foods, old and new.
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Put the power of preserved lemon to work in a chicken and orzo skillet
Apr 01, 2025 4:57 am - This Middle Eastern-inspired one-pot meal features chicken thighs seasoned with cumin and oregano, along with orzo pasta, artichoke hearts and preserved lemon.
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ECC culinary students learn from renowned chef and alum Zach LaidlawMar 31, 2025 9:50 pm - Internationally renowned chef Zach Laidlaw returned to his alma mater, Elgin Community College, for a live culinary demonstration showcasing his expertise and dedication to quality culinary artistry.
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The US is on an egg hunt in Europe to ease prices at home
Mar 28, 2025 11:39 am - The U.S. government is on a global egg hunt, seeking exports from countries in Europe and elsewhere to ease a severe shortage that has caused egg prices at grocery stores to hit record highs.
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AI can serve up ideas for healthy meals in a snap — but they come with a side of cautionMar 28, 2025 3:37 am - AI can make dull, time-consuming tasks a breeze, and nutrition experts who understand the emerging technology are enthusiastic. But they season their enthusiasm with more than a dash of caution.
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Sweet mornings: Don’t settle for boring with these banana bread pancakes, breakfast cookiesMar 26, 2025 5:43 am - Mornings can be hectic, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a boring breakfast. Whether you’re looking for a grab-and-go option or a cozy weekend treat, these simple yet satisfying recipes are perfect for making your mornings special.
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Colorful cold chickpea salad a great way to get legumes on your plateMar 26, 2025 5:38 am - Chickpeas are good for so much more than hummus. Toss canned organic chickpeas with shallots, sweet red peppers, English cucumbers, carrots, fresh parsley and a sherry vinegar dressing to brighten up any plate.
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How long do dried beans last?
Mar 26, 2025 5:03 am - Like many shelf-stable foods, the amount of time you store dried beans is more of an issue of quality than safety. In theory, they are safe indefinitely. In practice, they are at their best within a set amount of time.
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When you’ve got eggplant, ricotta and marinara, just roll with it
Mar 25, 2025 12:51 pm - This classic Italian dish, called involtini di melanzane in Italy, consists of eggplant slices rolled around a ricotta mixture and baked in marinara sauce. The eggplant slices are often floured and fried, but this simpler version broils them for just a few minutes per side until they soften.