Leslie Meredith
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Presidential feast: 3 recipes from past U.S. leaders make a festive holiday menuFeb 21, 2023 5:20 am - Mattress makers and appliance sellers may be the only ones who celebrate Presidents Day. Let's change that. Kids love making as much as they do eating the three dishes o...
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A dozen cookbooks perfect for kids who love to cook, and some for picky eaters, tooJan 28, 2023 7:26 am - If you have a child in your life who loves to cook, is a picky eater, enjoys digging in the garden, or just likes to giggle, I have the perfect book for you. There are c...
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Pot liquor from cooking beans and leftover ham packs this humble soup with flavorDec 30, 2022 6:04 am - Did you have ham on Christmas? One consultant in The Washington Post estimated that 15% of households did in 2019. I would guess that number went up this year, given the...
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Tiny but mighty morsels give you a taste of several Thanksgiving recipesNov 25, 2022 5:22 am - These tiny but mighty morsels give you a taste of several Thanksgiving-worthy recipes
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Make it a family fiesta as kids help with Tex-Mex dinnerOct 01, 2022 7:38 am - I recently hosted a pair of Tex-Mex classes for kids and families. Registered dietitian Mary Zupke from The Garden Plate taught alongside me and offered a few healthy re...
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As harvesting ramps up, quick pickling makes jeweled jars of summer's best produceSep 03, 2022 7:47 am - Quick pickles, also known as refrigerator pickles, tick all the culinary boxes for me. They are easy, flexible, customizable, scalable and delicious. You don't need any ...
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Flower-power shortbread cookies are a joy to make and eatJul 29, 2022 6:34 am - You've probably heard that we eat with our eyes first. This adage is a nod to the fact that our food's shape, color and visible texture will influence our perception of ...
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Tips for hosting a successful backyard barbecue for a crowdJul 03, 2022 8:29 am - I recently hosted 65 members of my extended family for a backyard celebration. There's no way to avoid spending money and plenty of time planning, shopping, prepping, co...
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You can put together this verdant, flavorful asparagus pasta prontoJun 03, 2022 6:32 am - Risotto is delicious, but the constant stirring can be tedious, and the large amount of butter called for mean it's reserved as an occasional indulgence. This pasta dish...
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Orange you glad for this breakfast treat in time for Mother's Day?May 09, 2022 6:19 am - I have “enjoyed” various Mother's Day meals brought to me in bed by my daughter. Now 22, she's an accomplished cook, but there was much trial and error along the way. St...