Leslie Meredith
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Make it a family fiesta as kids help with Tex-Mex dinnerSep 28, 2022 6:00 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 produceAug 31, 2022 6:00 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 27, 2022 6:00 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 crowdJun 29, 2022 6:00 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 01, 2022 6:00 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 05, 2022 6:00 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...
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Get reacquainted with the worthy and worthwhile rutabagaApr 06, 2022 11:00 pm - It all started when a local farmer ran out of sweet potatoes. I was shopping for a class where we were making sweet potato planks topped with a spinach-feta mixture. “He...
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This red velvet skillet cookie can't be 'beet'Feb 23, 2022 5:00 am - “What are we making?” is the first thing I hear when my young students file in for their weekly class. “A giant cookie,” I recently replied. Their delight was only sligh...
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Blood oranges add drama to kid-friendly pancake recipeFeb 02, 2022 5:00 am - Each week, I am challenged to develop a recipe for a cooking enrichment class I teach. There are four criteria: Is it easy enough for kids as young as 4? Does it use sea...
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Let the little ones in the kitchen to make happy little treesDec 22, 2021 5:00 am - It may take longer to read this article than create these jolly holiday snacks with the children in your life. The simplicity means you can involve young children, inclu...