Eating healthy in this day and age can be tricky. It seems like there is a new study out every day telling you to eat one thing and not eat another. One of the studies tells us to eat more fish — particularly fatty, cold-water types such as salmon, mackerel, halibut, and herring. These types [...]
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Fresh isn’t always best when it comes to vegetables, especially this time of year. Since frozen vegetables are picked and processed at the height of freshness, they often contain more color, flavor and nutrients than fresh. Long shipping times can reduce the nutritional quality of produce as vitamins break down over time. As an added [...]
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Traditional African-American cooking in the United States was more than just comforting, satisfying food. Since it was made by those making the most of limited ingredients and cooking materials, this style of cooking teaches more that just a bit of history — it also teaches resourcefulness and creativity.
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Hoppin’ John
1/2 pound bacon, [...]
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Sweet treats almost always make thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift. Making the treats yourself make them an even more special gift.
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Chocolate coating wafers typically are sold with candy making supplies.
Chocolate-Covered Cherries
60 maraschino cherries with stems
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons corn syrup
2 cups sifted confectioners’ sugar
1 pound chocolate coating wafers
Drain cherries and set [...]
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