Cooking Tips & Inspiration

  • Gut Health

    Love Your Gut - Probiotics 101

    By Cara Harbstreet on April 26, 2017

    Probiotics, prebiotics, gut microbiome…what does it all mean? And what can these things do for your health? If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions,   you’re not alone. A quick Google search...

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  • Sorghum for Supper

    Sorghum for Supper

    By Cara Harbstreet on April 19, 2017

    Cooking with sorghum is a relatively new concept, but it’s predicted to become one of the most popular food trends of 2017. This ancient grain has started making appearances on store shelves, bulk...

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    Perfect Pie Crust

    By Patsy Terrell on April 17, 2017

    I’ve been on a quest for the perfect pie crust for a very long time. The one I grew up with was lard, flour and water – as little water as possible. When lard fell out of favor we started using...

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  • nighttime

    Ordinary Greatness

    By Patsy Terrell on March 21, 2017

    "It might have been otherwise" is a line from a poem that reminds me how important it is to appreciate the ordinary. What a miracle it is that we are able to walk and talk and think, much less see...

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  • making egg noodles

    Celebrate Noodle Month

    By Chef Alli on March 16, 2017

    March is National Noodle Month and what better time for this comfort food to take the stage.  Here are some fun noodle facts to amuse and amaze you: Noodle consumption spikes at least 20 percent...

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  • dad and kids eating breakfast

    Five breakfasts to warm up your tummy

    By Chef Alli on February 14, 2017

    Mom nailed it: a hot and wholesome start to the day can make a tremendous difference for all of us.  So why do more than 31 million Americans still skip the first (and maybe the most important) meal...

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  • Decorated Easter Cupcakes

    Easter Treats

    By Chef Alli on February 13, 2017

    Spring will be here soon! I’m ready for warmer days, bright sunshine and the pastel colors of Easter that cheer up my heart, mind and soul after the long days of January and February. Those two...

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  • young girl eating strawberries and drinking milk

    Healthy snack ideas

    By Cara Harbstreet on January 31, 2017

    Let’s talk about snacks. They’re an important part of our day and no one wants to have a boring snack, am I right? I have four snack-tastic tips for you and your family plus some genius (yep, I said...

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  • cooking at home with friends

    12 Reasons You Should Learn to Cook

    By Chef Alli on January 2, 2017

    You’ve gone through the drive-through four times this week, and you’ve packed on a couple pounds over the last year. You’re becoming known in your circle of friends as the guy who would rather phone...

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  • family cooking at Christmas

    Your Christmas dinner

    By Kansas Living on December 16, 2016

    If you haven't made plans for your Christmas feast yet, we've got you covered. Mix and match any of these delicious dishes to wow your guests and family. Christmas Brisket Chef Alli's brisket...

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