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Why It Works Macerating apple slices breaks down the fruit’s structure, thus reducing its volume, which means more fruit can fit into the pie. Parboiling slices of sweet potato first ensures a tender, supple texture when baked. The addition of tapioca starch thickens the fruit juices just enough while ensuring a clean flavor. I spent … Read more

The holidays are fast approaching and it is a time to celebrate family, fellowship, traditions, and FOOD! Yes! I believe food should be enjoyed and celebrated! Some of my fondest childhood memories are tied to food. When I made the decision to eliminate sugar and grains from my diet to heal from my PCOS, IBS, … Read more

Few things feel more luxurious on a leisurely weekend morning than sitting down to a generous stack of buttered, syrup-drenched pancakes. Whether you’re at a diner or in your kitchen, starting the day with pancakes is bound to make it a good one. Of course, all of this assumes the pancakes are fantastic. Flat, tough, … Read more

Between the return of the Monster Tacos and the launch of its value meal, Jack in the Box has been mighty busy lately. However, we must have been really good this year because no matter how busy these fast food chains are, they are willing to give us even more. To kick off comfort food … Read more

Enjoy a warm bowl of soup this fall with these highly-rated recipes! Each of these dishes are packed with fall veggies like squash, root vegetables and leafy greens and paired with tasty proteins. You’ll want to try options like our Easy Green Tortellini Soup and Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Soup with Wild Rice for a … Read more

Making changes to your diet can be a simple step towards lowering your high blood pressure. These recipes have lower levels of saturated fat and sodium and are high in potassium, which can help support healthy blood pressure. Plus, they feature fall produce, like Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes and pumpkin, for a cozy main you … Read more

Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday. For me, it’s a time to gather with family, rest, and forget about all of life’s troubles for at least a day, if not through the long weekend. It’s also, of course, the perfect time to pull out all the stops in the kitchen—and to no one’s surprise, … Read more

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Alton Brown has a culinary career that spans decades. It includes successful Food Network shows like Good Eats and Iron Chef America, best-selling cookbooks and multiple nationwide tours. But coming up is Brown’s newest book, Food for Thought: Essays and Ruminations as well as his final food science tour, Alton Brown Live: Last Bite, which … Read more

Why It Works Using a kabocha squash that weighs as close to two pounds as possible leaves little room for error in cooking time and ingredient ratios. Tempering the eggs and cooking the custard at a steady low temperature results in a silky smooth dessert. Baking the custard-filled pumpkin instead of the more traditional steaming … Read more