Cooking Tips & Inspiration

  • mom and daughter mixing ingredients

    Get Your Kids in the Kitchen

    By Chef Alli on May 29, 2018

    School is out and the kids are home. What to do? Keep them busy by creating, cleaning and cooking in the family kitchen. While it’s true children under foot in the kitchen can make things a little...

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    5 Tips for Talking with Your Butcher

    By Chef Alli on May 29, 2018

    Butcher shops are making a comeback, reviving their craft all across the country. Having access to a butcher shop means you have a very knowledgeable person behind the counter, but many people find...

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  • bench scraper mixing dough

    11 (Handy) Uses for Your Bench Scraper

    By Chef Alli on May 29, 2018

    I know the name bench scraper sounds weird for a kitchen utensil because there's no bench in my kitchen (how about yours?), but what a super useful tool to have! It’s also called a bench knife and a...

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  • sparkler

    4th of July Desserts that Pop

    By Chef Alli on May 10, 2018

    I had a great time creating the following July 4th dessert recipes. I hope you enjoy them during your summer celebrations. May they hit the spot and cool you off in just the right fashion. May...

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  • cookout

    Practice Food Safety for 4th of July Cookouts

    By Chef Alli on May 10, 2018

    Independence Day is on its way, and nothing beats eating a refreshing dessert while watching fireworks light up the sky. But before you can dig in and enjoy, you’ll want to make sure your cookout has...

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  • mom and daughter

    8 Unique Mothers Day Gift Ideas

    By Chef Alli on May 8, 2018

    This year, why not give mom something simple, heartfelt  and clutter-free? I’ve gathered eight of my favorite gift ideas (perfect for any budget!) that are sure to fill her heart, but not her home....

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  • 8 Reasons You Need an Electric Pressure Cooker

    By Chef Alli on February 19, 2018

    Like most, I was highly skeptical about how great electric pressure cooking is. That was four years ago and I've never looked back. Now I'm a total convert; a huge electric pressure cooking fan....

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  • brunch

    Easy Easter Brunch Menu

    By Chef Alli on February 6, 2018

    If you're gathering the clan for an Easter celebration, why not consider brunch? I love hosting a late-morning brunch because it gives me more time to prepare before guests arrive. Brunch seems to be...

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  • fruit snack

    Apple donuts

    By Cara Harbstreet on January 2, 2018

    Fruit is a common snack for kids because it’s so convenient. It can get boring, and sometimes we need a little change to spice up our routine. Apple donuts are easy to prepare and make snack time...

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  • hardboiled egg with hummus and bacon

    A flavorful healthy snack

    By Cara Harbstreet on January 2, 2018

    Many snacks are chock full of sodium and over time our taste buds can become accustomed to craving more salt. Instead of hitting the salt shaker, we can sprinkle a small amount of coarse grain salt...

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