Cooking Tips & Inspiration

Tips for Getting the Best Results from Your Air Fryer

By Chef Alli on March 3, 2021

Learn to keep a close eye on what you’re cooking. Due to very hot air circulation (much like a convection oven) foods cook super quickly.  I “blackened” a few things at first. Don’t be afraid to...

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6 reasons you need an air fryer

By Chef Alli on March 3, 2021

1. Multipurpose cooking An air fryer isn’t used just for fried foods. We use it for grilling, roasting and baking. I’ve recently made a deep-dish quiche in just 25 minutes, angel biscuits, ...

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Getting the Most from Your Air Fryer

By Chef Alli on March 3, 2021

Have you wondered if an air fryer is right for you and your family? I spent a considerable amount of time pondering that very thing. “Would we really use it? " "Would it be a purchase that led to...

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12 Essential Spices for Your Kitchen

By Chef Alli on March 1, 2021

Wondering which basic spices to keep on hand in your kitchen cupboard? If you’re brand new to cooking, this list of essential spices for everyday cooking and baking is a solid guide to getting...

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15 Recipes to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

By Kansas Living on February 26, 2021

Magical, green, Irish recipes. 1. Green Ombre St. Patrick's Day Pancakes with Fruit Salsa Finding Zest 2. Shepherd's Pie Drugstore Divas 3. Dump and Start Instant Pot Irish Chicken Stew...

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Tips for smooth gravy

By Chef Alli on January 27, 2021

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15 Recipes for People Who Like it Hot and Spicy

By Kansas Living on January 25, 2021

Make it SPICY! 1. Spicy Chicken Casserole Daisies and Pie 2. Kansas City Style Pork Ribs 3. Instant Pot Shakshuka Corrie Cooks 4. Shishito Peppers with Cream Cheese and Bacon The Short...

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24 Cookie Recipes Santa Can't Resist

By Kansas Living on November 30, 2020

Santa will love these cookies! 1. Sprinkle Cookies Two Kids and a Coupon 2. Chocolate Crinkles 3. Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies Lemons and Zest 4. Reindeer Cookies Sugar and Soul...

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Sugar Cookie Tip

By Chef Alli on November 2, 2020

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25 of the Best Thanksgiving Side Dishes

By Kansas Living on October 30, 2020

Make this Thanksgiving one to remember with these inspiring side-dish recipes. Don't miss the extra recipes at the bottom! 1. Creamy Corn Casserole The Country Chic Cottage 2. Homemade Stuffing...

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