Cinco de Mayo commemorates the 1862 Battle of Peubla when the Mexicans defeated the French army. Fortunately, you don’t have to be Mexican to celebrate. While the holiday provides an incentive to have an elaborate Mexican meal, you can enjoy the flavors of the country in simpler ways. Try using a little salsa in your [...]
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Casseroles are a great choice for a weeknight meal. You can toss everything into the baking dish and then relax while the casserole comes is in the oven.
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Chicken Rice Casserole
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon canola oil
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup [...]
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Rhubarb is a versatile vegetable with a unique taste that makes it a favorite in everything from breakfast to desserts. Just remember, only the stalks are edible, so don’t use the leaves or roots.
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Rhubarb Strawberry Jam
5 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
3 cups granulated sugar
1 3-ounce package strawberry-flavored gelatin
In a large pot, stir [...]
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Blueberries have a lot of antioxidants that may make them guard against a variety of diseases and ailments and also may help reduce your risk for some forms of cancer. Whether you eat fresh, frozen, or dried blueberries you will enjoy these benefits. Soymilk also may be beneficial to your health but some people shy [...]
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Traditional Easter dinners usually revolve around baked ham or leg of lamb. When it comes to deciding between the two, cooks often choose ham because many assume a leg of lamb is difficult to roast. But all leg of lamb needs are a few seasonings and a meat thermometer.
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Leg of Lamb [...]
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