Food
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Olive oil producers press for import standardsFeb 17, 2014 10:00 pm - WASHINGTON - Need olive oil? American shoppers are more likely to pick a European brand, which is cheaper and viewed as more authentic than U.S.-produced olive oil. But ...
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Nutriom recalls dried egg productsFeb 15, 2014 1:01 pm - LACEY, Wash. - A Washington state company is recalling more than 100 tons of dried egg products over concerns about salmonella contamination. The U.S. Department of Agri...
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California grape growers celebrate bumper cropFeb 14, 2014 10:00 pm - MODESTO, Calif. - California agriculture officials reported good news for wine lovers and vineyard operators alike: a record harvest of wine grapes. Growers in the nati...
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Campbell: Broth sales get bump from more cookingFeb 14, 2014 2:01 pm - NEW YORK (AP) - When people take an interest in cooking, broth sales apparently get a bump. Campbell Soup has been struggling to boost sluggish sales of its famous conde...
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Food for thought: Group cooking while on vacationFeb 14, 2014 4:45 am - FORT COLLINS, Colo. - It can be a recipe for disaster: Renting a vacation house with friends without talking about meal planning. There are obvious topics, like allergie...
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Blood and SandFeb 14, 2014 12:01 am - Ice 1 ounce blended Scotch whisky 1 ounce orange juice 1 ounce Cherry Heering (cherry liqueur) 1 ounce sweet vermouth Amarena cherry, to garnish Fill a coupe glass with ...
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Pink ChampagneFeb 14, 2014 12:01 am - 1 sugar cube 3 dashes Angostura bitters 1 ounce brandy 5 ounces chilled Champagne or rose Champagne Orange twist, to garnish Place the sugar cube in a Champagne flute, t...
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Quick-braised five-spice sirloin and shiitake stewFeb 13, 2014 4:30 am - Part stir-fry, part stew, this aromatic, hearty dish draws flavor and texture from shiitake mushrooms, bok choy and Chinese five-spice powder: a blend of cinnamon, star ...
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Quick-Braised Five-Spice Sirloin and Shiitake StewFeb 13, 2014 4:30 am - 1½ teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder, or to taste Kosher salt 1½ pounds boneless sirloin steak, trimmed of fat and cut into strips 1½-inches wide by ¼-inch thick 2 tab...
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Introductory beekeeping class creates buzzFeb 13, 2014 12:01 am - A change in Lake County regulations has created a buzz in the beekeeping community and a hope that more enthusiasts join the ranks. Lot size requirements to keep bees in...