Cooking Tips & Inspiration

  • 24 Uses for Velcro in the Kitchen

    By Chef Alli on July 17, 2023

    My family likes to tease me about all the things adhered to the side of my refrigerator via Velcro strips. But I find it to be the handiest thing in the world, so I don’t care what they say.  To me...

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  • 7 Plastic Container Cleaning Hacks

    By Chef Alli on July 17, 2023

    Try these tricks to quickly remove lingering odors and unsightly stains from your plastic food storage containers.  1. Bleach for Coffee and Tea For liquid stains that need a powerful cleanup, use...

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  • 15 Wonderful Watermelon Recipes

    By Kansas Living on June 28, 2023

    Flavorful smoothie recipes for you and your family.  1. Watermelon Pizza Partylicious 2. Fresh Watermelon Lollies The Cinnamon Jar 3. Watermelon Syrup The Sage Apron 4. Refreshing...

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  • 15 Ways to Use Aluminum Foil

    By Chef Alli on June 8, 2023

    Aluminum foil can be used to cover, stabilize, line and protect. Here are 15 convenient uses for foil that can revolutionize your kitchen routines, plus a few clever household uses.  1. Create a...

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  • Spectacular Smoothie Recipes

    By Kansas Living on May 30, 2023

    Flavorful smoothie recipes for you and your family.  1. Apple Pie Smoothie The Toasty Kitchen 2. PB&J Smoothie Kitchen Treaty 3. Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Everyday...

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    Pack These Dishes for Your Next Picnic

    By Chef Alli on May 3, 2023

    I’m betting it’s high time to gather your family and head to the great outdoors for an enjoyable picnic along with fun in the sun. A picnic is a great way to make memories! I’ve prepared some of my...

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    Beef Recipes on Blackstone or Grill

    By Kansas Living on April 26, 2023

    Beef recipies to try on your Blackstone or grill.  1. Easy Blackstone Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich  Ole Blue Dog 2. Blackstone Griddle Steak The Feathered Nester 3. Hobo Dinner Foil Packets (...

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    10 Ways to Make Roasted Vegetables Taste More Delicious

    By Chef Alli on April 19, 2023

    Roasting vegetables is an easy way to bring healthy veggies to your family. If you’re looking for new ideas for your favorite roasted vegetables, check out our top 10 list. 1. Add a glaze Earthy...

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    Marvelous Muffin Recipes

    By Kansas Living on March 24, 2023

    Delicious, tasty muffin recipes for you and your friends.  1. Triple Chocolate Muffins Fresh Coast Eats 2. Cherry Muffins Dinner at the Zoo 3. Orange Muffins Dancing Through the Rain 4....

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  • Sheet Pan Recipes to the Rescue

    By Chef Alli on February 22, 2023

    A few days into the work week, I usually need a break from cooking supper. Only problem is, my family still needs to eat and takeout isn’t an option because we live in rural Kansas. That’s when I...

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