Cooking Tips & Inspiration

  • Kids a Cookin': Bread Pudding

    By K-State Research and Extension on January 22, 2020

    INGREDIENTS: 2 eggs, slightly beaten 2 1/4 cups milk 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 5 cups (8 ounces) of French or other firm bread cut into 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch cubes ...

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  • Hot Chocolate to Warm a Cold Winter

    By Linda Ditch on January 20, 2020

    My favorite way to warm my cold fingers in the winter is to wrap them around a warm cup of a hot beverage. Often it is tea or coffee. However, I like to mix things up once in a while. For a sweet...

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    Macronutrients and Micronutrients

    By Eryn Carter on January 15, 2020

    There are many buzzwords these days about healthy eating--macronutrients and micronutrients being just a few.  All foods we eat are comprised of these two nutrient categories: micronutrients and...

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  • The Love-Hate Relationship with Eggnog

    By Linda Ditch on December 18, 2019

    When it seems like the rest of the world is celebrating pumpkin spice season, I start looking for eggnog in my grocer’s dairy case. I love eggnog, especially the one made by Kansas’s Hildebrand Farms...

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  • 20 Recipes to Try in December

    By Kansas Living on December 6, 2019

    December means snow, hot chocolate, Christmas and enjoying our families and friends. Enjoy your holiday season with a few recipe ideas. 1. Christmas Brisket 2. Hot Cocoa Sandwich Cookies...

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  • 13 Ways to Use Freezer Bags

    By Chef Alli on November 22, 2019

    I love a handy freezer bag. These heavy-duty plastic bags make so many cooking chores much quicker, easier and far less messy, helping me be more efficient in the kitchen. I also like the more...

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  • Healthy Holiday Tips

    By Eryn Carter on November 20, 2019

    From Halloween to the New Year, there are many celebrations with delicious and comforting recipes that may be out of your normal eating routine. Holiday parties, family dinners and sweet treats can...

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    How to make the perfect prime rib

    By Chef Alli on November 5, 2019

    Have you ever wanted to learn how to make the perfect prime rib? Here's your opportunity. Prime rib is synonymous with the holidays, no doubt about it. It’s rich, tender, full of flavor and has tons...

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  • 20 Recipes to Try in November

    By Kansas Living on November 4, 2019

    November is here, and we are thankful for all things food. The farmers who raise it, the choices we have in food, the delicious plate coming together. Enjoy your Thanksgiving with a few ideas from ...

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  • How to Make Meatloaf

    By Chef Alli on October 30, 2019

    Meatloaf. It’s likely your family’s favorite comfort food or your most disappointing dinner time creation. How to make meatloaf?  I’m sharing some of my favorite tips for ensuring your meatloaf...

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