Cooking Tips & Inspiration

  • 11 Helpful Tips for Correctly Loading a Dishwasher

    By Chef Alli on April 5, 2024

    Does it seem lately that your dishes aren’t quite as squeaky clean as they should be, even after an extended wash cycle?   Or does that load of dishes you’ve just placed into the racks appear...

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  • Fresh Lemon Recipes

    By Kansas Living on April 1, 2024

    Kickoff spring with these fresh lemon recipes! Lemon Rolls Zen and Honey Lemon Crinkle Cookies Now Delish Lemon Shortbread Cookies The Heirloom Pantry Lemon Pepper Marinade (for grilled...

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  • Charcuterie Boards

    By Kansas Living on March 6, 2024

    Charcuterie (shahr-cute-uh-ree) is a French word for any smoked, dry-cured or cooked meat, and they can be a tasty and beautiful addition to any dinner or event. Check out these charcuterie board...

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  • Crock-Pot Dips

    By Kansas Living on February 5, 2024

    These easy crockpot dips are perfect for a Super Bowl party! Spinach Artichoke Dip Love from the Oven Chili Cheese Dip Our Love Language is Food Buffalo Chicken Dip The Salty Marshmallow...

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  • Sheet Pan Dinner Success

    By Chef Alli on January 29, 2024

    Sheet pan meals are wonderful because you use one pan and they are pretty hands-off . You can easily orchestrate a wholesome and flavorful meal without much fuss at all. Here are five tips for...

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  • High Protein Recipes

    By Kansas Living on January 8, 2024

    Start the new year right with these high protein recipes! Protein Peanut Butter & Jelly Smoothie Bowl Dash of Jazz High Protein Pizza The Sweet, Simple Things Protein Oatmeal Cups Dash...

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  • Super Soup Recipes

    By Kansas Living on December 11, 2023

    20 soup recipes to keep you warm and cozy on a cool day! Stuffed Pepper Soup Dinner At The Zoo Loaded Baked Potato Soup Eating in Moderation Chickpea Soup Sprinkled with Balance Homemade...

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  • Guidelines for hosting

    By Chef Alli on November 20, 2023

      Planning to host but don’t know how much food to purchase and serve? Check out these guidelines to help you feel more prepared!  Starters  Plan on six pieces per person each hour prior to the...

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  • Tiny Chefs: How to Cook Safely With Kids

    By Eric Kelly on November 20, 2023

    Teaching kids cooking and baking safety is an exciting endeavor that offers more than just safety guidelines, it offers empowerment. When children know how to handle themselves in the kitchen, it...

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  • 4 Swedish Christmas Recipes Everyone Will Love

    By Chef Alli on November 6, 2023

    Hello friends,  It’s a Swedish Christmas! It’s time to come in from the cold and cozy up next to a roaring fire as you enjoy some Swedish favorites.  How about a steaming mug of glögg, or mulled...

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