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Zak! Table Art 7-piece Flame-Shaped Serving Bowls: Enter to Win a Set!

By Judy on September 27, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Emeril's Sizzling Skillets, Miscellaneous, Product Reviews, Salads, Side Dishes

We are in the final week of Emeril’s One-Pot Blogger Party finishing in style and celebrating the release of Sizzling Skillets and Other One-Pot Wonders by giving away Zak! Table Art 7-piece Flame-Shaped Serving Bowls. You are going to love these! The bright red color is ideal for holiday entertaining, Valentines Day, birthday parties, or [...]

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Emeril’s Wok-Seared Duck Salad Recipe: Romantic Sizzling Skillets

By Judy on September 20, 2011 in Asian / Chinese / Thai, Chicken & Poultry, Emeril's Sizzling Skillets, Main Courses, Marriage, Recipes, Salads

When the email arrived from The Secret Ingredient with three recipes we could share from Emeril’s Sizzling Skillets and Other One-Pot Wonders, I admit, there was a hint of skepticism when I saw this one. Not really a big fan of duck, but I knew I could not recommend something I hadn’t tried. Although there [...]

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Labor Day Eats: Feature Fridays

By Judy on September 2, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Baking, Beef, Chicken & Poultry, Dessert, Feature Fridays, Gluten Free, Life, Party Foods, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes

Labor Day became a federal holiday 117 years ago, marked by parades and parties recognizing trade and labor organizations. Today, families enjoy one last vacation before school starts, NFL and college football seasons begin, and backyard parties abound. If entertaining or creating a dish for a potluck is on the agenda for this three-day weekend, [...]

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Spinach-Cherry Salad with Yogurt-Marinated Grilled Chicken

By Judy on July 18, 2011 in Chicken & Poultry, Gluten Free, Main Courses, Recipes, Salads

The challenge of creating a meal from whatever is on-hand generates flavor combinations I would not otherwise consider. This Spinach-Cherry Salad was one of those use-what-you’ve-got weekday meals, which brought words like serendipity to mind. An abundance of organic cherries from a sale at King Soopers, leftover Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken, an orange and cilantro [...]

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Garnishing a Meal: More Than Just A Pretty Plate

By Judy on July 7, 2011 in Baking, Beef, Breakfast, Cheese, Chicken & Poultry, Fish & Seafood, Fruit & Vegetables, Main Courses, Miscellaneous, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Soups / Stews

So, you have dinner on the table with the last ounce of energy you could muster for the day and the thought comes to you, how I can garnish it? … Uh, hardly. I know, it should be enough to have dinner done every day, but a simple garnish can transform a meal from ho-hum [...]

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July 4th BBQ Menu: A Declaration of Flavor

By Judy on June 29, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Dessert, Fruit & Vegetables, Main Courses, Party Foods, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Sauces & Dressings, Side Dishes

Before loading the blanket in the car and heading for the annual fireworks and funnel cakes extravaganza, something has to hit the grill for the evening barbecue. Everyone has a favorite that speaks “July 4th backyard barbecue” to them—pasta salad, watermelon, hamburgers, macaroni salad, baked beans, BBQ pork sandwiches, potato salad, steaks, apple pie, and [...]

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Beyond Classic Slaw: Test Kitchen Tuesday

By Judy on June 28, 2011 in Fruit & Vegetables, Party Foods, Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes, Test Kitchen Tuesdays

Coleslaw is a fresh, crisp, traditional barbecue companion. As much as I love classic slaw made with cabbage, it is inspiring to find new, creative ways to use the abundance of summer produce available now. In a recent issue of Bon Appétit, there was a variety of beautiful and creative combinations for slaw to accompany [...]

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Caesar Salad: A Tableside Classic

By Judy on June 22, 2011 in Chicken & Poultry, Main Courses, Recipes, Salads, Sauces & Dressings, Side Dishes

If you’ve had the pleasure of Caesar salad prepared tableside at a restaurant or made fresh for dinner, you already know there is no bottled dressing that compares. Clinging to crisp Romaine, the lemon, anchovy, and Parmesan anchor bold, rich flavors, the egg’s creaminess is unmatched. There are always variations, even for the classics—anchovy or [...]

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Memorial Day BBQ Menu & Recipes

By Judy on May 23, 2011 in Appetizers & Snacks, Baking, Chicken & Poultry, Chocolate, Cookies, Dessert, Fruit & Vegetables, Life, Miscellaneous, Party Foods, Pasta, Pork & Lamb, Recipes, Salads, Sauces & Dressings, Side Dishes

Of course, you can throw the usual burgers and brats on the grill, but if you’re feeding more than a handful of people burgers can be dry or cold before your guests get one on a bun. BBQ Pulled Pork and Pulled Chicken Sandwiches are an ideal choice to feed a crowd. Easily prepared ahead [...]

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Baby Arugula with Blueberries and Walnuts

By Judy on May 18, 2011 in Fruit & Vegetables, Gluten Free, Recipes, Salads, Sauces & Dressings, Side Dishes

This salad is simplicity at its finest. The peppery bite of arugula finds perfect balanced with sweet blueberries, crispy walnuts, and salty feta. Orange-Dijon Dressing combines bright, citrus flavor with a hint of savory, bringing it all together with every harmonious bite. A suitable partner to all grilled meats, arugula is exceptional when paired with the [...]