Crunchy Apple Celery Salad with Maple-Dijon Vinaigrette This quick and easy salad features a crunchy combination of crisp apples, celery, cranberries, and toasted pecans lightly tossed with a homemade Maple-Dijon vinaigrette. The result is a refreshing and satisfying balance of sweet and savory flavors that can be enjoyed by itself or paired with your favorite…
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Orange-Cranberry Cheese Ball This quick and easy appetizer is delicious and takes just a few minutes of hands-on time to pull it together. The addition of fresh orange juice and zest is the key to this recipe’s success. The subtle hint of sweetness adds an unexpected dimension to an already incredible set of flavors. This…
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Tortellini Antipasto Salad Kitchen Note: The Pepper Jack cheese featured in this recipe is a spicy derivative of Monterey Jack cheese which originated in Monterey, California. If it is not available in your area, Provolone or another semi-soft white cheese can be used instead. This quick and easy recipe is also great for casual get-togethers…
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Tortellini Chicken Skewers You can save quite a bit of time preparing this delicious appetizer by using leftover grilled or rotisserie cooked chicken breasts. If this is not possible, use the easy Instant Pot® instructions outlined below for quick and tender results. This low-cook recipe is so quick and easy, it makes a great last-minute…
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Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup Enjoy this month’s kitchen-tested recipe – the Chicken Noodle Soup Instant Pot Recipe! Nothing beats a delicious bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. Unfortunately, it can be a bit time-consuming to prepare from scratch with a chicken carcass. This no-muss, no-fuss version is faster and easier, yet still incredibly tasty…
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White Café Mocha with Homemade Whipped Cream Enjoy this month’s kitchen-tested recipe – the White Café Mocha with Homemade Whipped Cream! This incredibly rich and decadent gourmet coffee drink is every bit as delicious as the expensive concoctions available at your local coffee shop. As shown, this recipe yields two large 16-oz. drinks. However, it…
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Pizza Margherita Cast Iron Recipe The ingredients of a classic Pizza Margherita represent the colors of Italy with its ripe red tomatoes, white Mozzarella cheese, and fresh green basil. This attractive combination of simple, yet delicious, ingredients explains why it is a favorite of pizza lovers everywhere. This version combines all of the above with…
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How to Reverse Sear Strip Steaks The reverse sear is a cooking method where a thick cut of seasoned meat is slow roasted at a low temperature, then flash seared over high heat to create a delicious crust. This method works particularly well with substantial bone-in cuts, but it can be used successfully with boneless…
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Sous Vide Chicken and Bok Choy Soup Enjoy this month’s kitchen-tested recipe – the Sous Vide Chicken and Bok Choy Soup! Prep time: 15 minutes Sous Vide Temp: 145°F Cook time: 2 hours + 15 minutes to assemble Serves: 4-6 Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 t. toasted sesame oil Sea salt and black…
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One-Pot Beer Cheese Soup Beer cheese soup makes for a warm and satisfying meal on cold, blustery days. Unfortunately, it has a reputation for being a bit tricky to make because it can turn into a gloppy mess if you aren’t careful. However, you can achieve picture-perfect (and palate-worthy) results at home with this easy…
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