Posted on January 28th, 2008 by Tammy
The Super Bowl is an opportunity to combine three favorite American traditions: football, friends, and food. Dips and chili are traditional favorites at this event, and when you begin with a jar of salsa these dishes are as easy as they are tasty.
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Salsa Chili
2 pounds ground beef
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground [...]
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Posted on January 21st, 2008 by Tammy
Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Tortellini Minestrone
Winter weather may be uncomfortable at times, but nothing brings comfort to cold and dark days like a steaming bowl of homemade soup. Soup warms you from the inside out, and when paired with bread or salad, can satisfy even the biggest of appetites. Whether you make them from scratch, [...]
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Posted on January 14th, 2008 by Tammy
Whether cooking in a skillet or baked in the oven, pork chops are perfect for an easy and tasty meal.
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Honeyed Pork Chops
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 boneless pork chops
3 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Heat the [...]
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Posted on January 7th, 2008 by Tammy
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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