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Morsels: Needled over noodles

A bowl of homemade noodles nearly ended a would-be marriage.OK, so I’m exaggerating, but those noodles created a few tense moments in the Rogers household on Thanksgiving seven years ago.My daughter brought her new boyfriend, George, to dinner with the family – a boisterous bunch when ...

These roots are smashing

Root vegetables are fall and winter’s best-kept secret.Packed with nutrients, natural sugars and starch, the humble root is a healthy and flavorful substitute for the ubiquitous russet potato and a superb way to get your vitamins and nutrients in the cold-weather season. A good peel of skin ...

Locally Carei: Potato set to take center holiday stage

When talking mashed potatoes, we have a love/hate relationship.When positive, words like fluffy and creamy come to mind. When negative, words like grainy, gluey, watery and lumpy (unless you want them lumpy) come to mind.At this time of year, we look forward to that staple on the holiday table. ...

Nacho night: Garlic shrimp and veggies lighten it up

It’s Nacho Night at our house.Yes, I confess. Foodie I may be, parent I certainly am, and health-minded ... almost without fail. But there is always a time and place for nachos.We can all do with a little cheesy nacho goodness from time to time to balance out a healthy diet, to dig into with ...

Add a little fruit and fiber to your morning muffin

I don’t bake muffins often, but when I do, I try to make them healthy and have them on hand for an easy breakfast or a snack.My issue with muffins is that they often resemble mini-cakes, packed with sugar and fat. To some extent, this can’t be avoided if you wish to eat a muffin that ...