(NAPSI)—If you’re like 64 percent of Americans, you drink a cup of coffee every day. While many coffee drinkers still prefer their coffee black in its most natural form, coffee tastes have evolved over the years. Today, the market offers many caffeinated beverages formulated with sugar and fat that add calories and can offset the Read More …
Category: Food
Holiday Dining Elevate Your Holiday Meal With This Prosciutto Cranberry Crostini Recipe
(NAPSI)—Here’s a great way to make holiday entertaining easier and more fun for everyone: Ham it up. Not with just any ham, however. Stock up on Prosciutto di Parma. Prosciutto di Parma is an excellent item to keep in your fridge during the holidays because it offers a variety of ways to elevate any meal, Read More …
Fabulous Food A New Take On Sweet Potato Casserole
(NAPSI)—Perfect with a Thanksgiving turkey, for sure—yet easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Try this for a change of pace from sweeter sweet potato casseroles. Sweet Potato Casserole with Herbs, Walnuts and Brown Butter Serves 8 to 12 5 lb. orange- or yellow-fleshed sweet potatoes, or a combination, halved lengthwise ½ c. butter 2 shallots, Read More …
Healthful Eating More Matters: Millennials Leading The Way To Increased Vegetable Consumption
(NAPSI)—Much has been written about millennials and their impact on society. It appears their influence extends to diet and nutrition—and may help make fruits and vegetables more accessible and convenient for everyone. Millennials prefer fruits and vegetables over grains and meats. That’s according to a study conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which analyzed Read More …
Cooking Corner Holiday Entertaining Advice From A Celebrity Chef
(NAPSI)—Celebrity chef and restaurateur Fabio Viviani loves to entertain friends and family during the holidays and he has some tips to consider before planning your next gathering. A signature cocktail is a must. Make a base the day before to let the flavors meld and add alcohol the day of your party. To make an Read More …
Tailgating Tips Try This Clever Twist On Classic Tailgate Food Presented by Twisted Tea Hard Iced Tea
(NAPSI)—Whether you’re tailgating before a game or at a concert, or simply barbecuing in the backyard, a great way to shake up any occasion is to bring an unexpected twist to an otherwise simple dish. Take a classic hot dog and twist things up by adding a splash of hard ice tea to create these Read More …
Halloween Hints Saying ‘Boo’ To Cavities This Halloween: Preventive Tips And Tricks For Parents And Kids
(NAPSI)—Halloween can be a scary holiday for families. Not because of the haunted houses, ghosts and goblins, but because of tooth decay. On average, between parties and trick-or-treating, kids consume three cups of sugar on October 31 alone, but even before that, the battle has already begun. Parents trick themselves into thinking that this sweet Read More …
Smart Snacking Celebrate Popcorn: October Is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month
(NAPSI)—Popcorn lovers rejoice: October is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month, a seasonal celebration of one of America’s oldest and most beloved snack foods. As farmers head into the fields to harvest crops, families and friends gather to honor this ever-popular treat. Whether stovetop, microwave or ready-to-eat, we consume 13 billion quarts each year of this wholesome, Read More …
Our Insect Enemies Invasive Pests Go Postal: How To Keep Them Out Of The Mail
(NAPSI)—If you’re not careful, an innocent trip to the post office could have a devastating impact on U.S. agriculture, economy and natural resources. That’s because invasive pests can easily hide in fruits and vegetables and on plants, then quickly spread to new areas when sent through the mail. Introducing even one pest to a new Read More …
Community Concerns Helping Minnesota’s Farms, Food And Future
(NAPSI)—Minnesota could soon be well on its way to becoming a leading state in agriculture and a greater competitor in the global food economy. Minnesota is already an impactful food and ag state, but with the right candidates in its legislature and a partner as governor, it could be even better. That could be good Read More …