Food And Cooking
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Want a sweat treat for Valentine's Day without it being chocolate? Then try ice wine, created from frozen grapes
Frozen sweetness
The brutal cold of a Southwestern Michigan winter as it first spreads across the vineyards freezes the grapes into hard marbles, condensing the sweetness and producing, once pressed, a rich sweet wine. Because temperatures must drop to the mid-teens or lower, the bounty of this harvest is…
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FROM the FARM: Mary Pickford 'buttered up' with tribute at Brown Derby event
At the time of the Great Depression, when my grandparents had just moved from Chicago a few years earlier to our family farm in Indiana, Hollywood seemed like another world.
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From 'Galloping Gourmet' to gardener
The last time internationally known culinary and TV personality Graham Kerr, yes, the man once known as "the Galloping Gourmet," was in the Chicago area or anywhere near Northwest Indiana it was at a food industry event in 2001 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
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Foodie Finds: Kyocera kitchen tools
The first reader (excluding Times employees) to call (219) 933-3365 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday will win the featured items. Those having received a Foodie Finds in the past year are ineligible. Prizes not claimed within one week of notification are forfeited. Last week's winner was Lynn Lawes…
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Easy-to-love flourless chocolate cake
A quick pulse in the food processor is all it takes to make this simple, yet decadent flourless chocolate cake. If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the almonds with a knife and whisk the ingredients together in a bowl, but the texture of the cake won't be as delicate.
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Easy-to-love flourless chocolate cake
A quick pulse in the food processor is all it takes to make this simple, yet decadent flourless chocolate cake. If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the almonds with a knife and whisk the ingredients together in a bowl, but the texture of the cake won't be as delicate.
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An impressive cheesecake for your Valentine
Cheesecake isn't a terribly difficult dessert, it just requires a bit of attention to detail. This recipe is perfect for those that love sweet-tart desserts. It has a classic Graham cracker crust and a rich and creamy berry cheesecake, all topped with a sweet-tart blackberry lime curd.
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An impressive cheesecake for your Valentine
Cheesecake isn't a terribly difficult dessert, it just requires a bit of attention to detail. This recipe is perfect for those that love sweet-tart desserts. It has a classic Graham cracker crust and a rich and creamy berry cheesecake, all topped with a sweet-tart blackberry lime curd.
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First lady begins fight against childhood obesity
First lady Michelle Obama launched a nationwide campaign Tuesday to fight childhood obesity, part of her effort to teach America's children about better nutrition and exercise.
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Romantic evening at home starts with heating up the kitchen
This restaurant classic is a favorite for special occasions because it packs plenty of Wow!-factor. It's also great to cook together because it involves so many little steps. And what's more romantic than cooking something together, then setting it on fire?
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Romantic evening at home starts with heating up the kitchen
This restaurant classic is a favorite for special occasions because it packs plenty of Wow!-factor. It's also great to cook together because it involves so many little steps. And what's more romantic than cooking something together, then setting it on fire?
Feb 10, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Local food events, classes and national contests
Local food events, classes and national contests. Submit your local food event or national contest online at nwi.com/calendar and to Marge Kullerstrand at margaret.kullerstrand@nwi.com.
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February means Pon Hoss season
February is a very busy time in Amish communities with butchering on the agenda for many families.
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Super fare stars on local menus
Get ready to kick it up a notch! The Venue at Hammond's Horseshoe Casino, 777 Casino Center Drive, will present its "Big Game Party" Sunday. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Festivities include food and drink specials, giveaways, in-room gambling and more. Attendees will be entertained by band History's End.
Feb 06, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Skating sweethearts offer Valentine's Day breakfast
Andrew Buchanan and Robin Johnstone are as comfortable gliding through kitchen tasks as they are performing intricate moves on ice.
Feb 03, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Slow and easy = warm and tasty
When there's a chill outside, it sure is nice to have a homemade hot meal waiting at home. It's the time of year when comfort food does the job of enveloping us in cozy warmth.
Feb 03, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
FROM the FARM: Weight-conscious aunt loved soups, hearty cooking
While my dad's oldest brother, my Uncle Joe, was always a very picky eater, his wife, my Aunt Rose loved cooking and eating a variety of recipe specialties.
Feb 03, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Foodie Finds: Bag Cap and The Hug Light
The first reader (excluding Times employees) to call (219) 933-3365 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday will win the featured items. Those having received a Foodie Finds in the past year are ineligible. Prizes not claimed within one week of notification are forfeited. Last week's winner was Barbara De…
Feb 03, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Venison recipe makes a perfect cold weather dish
Saturday was the funeral of 90-year-old Amos Schwartz. He was a member of our church. I will always remember him as a friendly man who had a smile for everyone. He was a relative to both my grandmothers.
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No fancy tricks needed for great Super Bowl grub
There's not a whole lot of high-end culinary wizardry involved in typical Super Bowl party foods. But since it's easy to end up with a bland batch of chili, soggy nachos and brown guacamole, we wondered if there were simple tricks to avoiding these common problems.
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More than just chicken wings can go buffalo-style
When it comes to buffalo-style food, there's no need to limit yourself to chicken wings. These easy grilled shrimp take to the thick, spicy sauce just as well. Perfect for a Super Bowl party.
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Can Super Bowl chili be healthy and hearty?
Beans may be good for you, but that doesn't mean every bowl of bean-rich chili is good for your diet.
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Flatbread sandwiches for easy Super Bowl grub
Souped-up sandwiches are a Super Bowl party tradition, but that doesn't limit you to Italian grinders and 6-foot meatball subs.
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Bean dip so good you won't care who wins the game
This incredibly rich barbecue bean and cheese dip tastes like it has a million calories. And it's worth every one (though it actually packs an only slightly more reasonable 567 calories per serving).
Feb 03, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Enjoy rich flavors of Mexico at Memo's
Authenticity, flavor and hospitality have been drawing diners to Memo's Taco Mex for the past four years.
Jan 30, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Score big with guests with low-points snacks for Super Bowl Sunday
Hosting the Super Bowl party at your house this year and wondering what to make to satisfy tastes without packing on pounds? Fear not. Weight Watchers, one of the leaders in weight management with its registered POINTS system, is offering some great advice and recipes to help you stay on …
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:05 am | Loading…
From MoonPies to nonprofit?
Audiences will be over the moon about the Firelight Theatre Company's current play and its sweet twist for the tastebuds.
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
It's never too early to think about ice cream
There is hardly any more signs of the snow we had covering the ground recently. The almost 50 degree, rainy weather has resulted in the snowing disappearing.
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Super Bowl calls for super nachos. Pile it on!
If you're going to do nachos for the Super Bowl, they'd better live up to the hype of the big event. And so we give you a platter of double-layered nachos that combine ground beef and black beans with heaps of tomato, cheese, scallions, olives and jalapenos.
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Want to feed a Super Bowl crowd fast? Think subs
If you're looking to feed a Super Bowl crowd fast and cheap, giant subs are the way to go. Depending on how much other food you plan to serve, one 24-inch sub can make as many as 12 servings. And it takes just minutes to assemble.
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Express your love with duck
When in comes to matters of the heart, a luxurious roast duck dinner can be as healthy as it is impressive.
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Enjoy Girl Scout cookies beyond dessert with these recipes
Before you assume Girl Scout cookies are just for snacks, take a look at some grown-up recipes using the cookies. Some are healthy, some are not -- but all are fun and chocked full of cookie magic.
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Foodie Finds: Weight Watchers Snack Cakes
The first reader (excluding Times employees) to call (219) 933-3365 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday will win the featured items. Those having received a Foodie Finds in the past year are ineligible. Prizes not claimed within one week of notification are forfeited. Last week's winner was Toni Barto…
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Local food events, classes and national contests
Local food events, classes and national contests. Submit your local food event or national contest online at nwi.com/calendar and to Marge Kullerstrand at margaret.kullerstrand@nwi.com.
Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
An easy quiche that is seriously high on happiness
With Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, bacon and puff pastry, this quiche sounds like a diet killer. But with 242 calories per serving, it actually isn't all that bad. And all those ingredients are so happiness-inducing, it's worth every calorie anyway.
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'Mamma Mia!' actress spices up simple recipes
When actress Melanie Brezill tinkers in the kitchen she's never bored with it.
Jan 20, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Five alarm
In the close-knit quarters of a firehouse, a group of co-workers is like a second family and in working long 24-hour shifts many meals are shared together.
Jan 20, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
From the Farm: Chocolate cake recipe a reason to celebrate
Even though I'm not indulging in many sweet temptations these days while following Seattle Sutton's meal plan as one of the contestants in the 2010 Slim Down Challenge, at least I can still write about some delicious observations.
Jan 20, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Celebrate culinary creations and more from 'Down Under'
Aussie fans take note. Trump International Hotel and Tower in Chicago will bring its second annual "Australia Week" to the Windy City Friday through Jan. 28.
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Replenish protein, carbs and fluid with a smoothie
Sports drinks can be so much more -- and so much healthier -- than those brightly colored, sugar drinks sold alongside the sodas.
Jan 20, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Complex carbs for a night of easy Olympics viewing
Planning to carbo load for a strenuous session of watching the Winter Olympics?
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For seriously good carbs, reach for Alfredo
Whenever possible, keep things simple ... and loaded with saturated fat.
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Get in culinary shape for the Winter Olympics
Let's face it, Canada may be a close neighbor, but most of us still are pretty clueless about what's going on up there.
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A day in the life ...
This is a diary of a recent Saturday in this household.
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Local food events, classes and national contests
Local food events, classes and national contests. Submit your local food event or national contest online at nwi.com/calendar and to Marge Kullerstrand at margaret.kullerstrand@nwi.com.
Jan 20, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Foodie Finds: Sister Schubert's Rolls
The first reader (excluding Times employees) to call (219) 933-3365 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday will win the featured item. Those having received a Foodie Finds in the past year are ineligible. Prizes not claimed within one week of notification are forfeited. Last week's winner was Lynn Howes …
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A bit of brunch with Gale Gand
Looking for recipe ideas for brunch and beyond? Take some advice from celebrity chef Gale Gand.
Jan 16, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Soup's on
With freezing temperatures overtaking the region and winter in full swing, it's prime time to bring on your favorite soup recipes. And in celebration of January as National Soup Month, home cooks can let their imaginations run wild while creating one of the ultimate comfort foods.
Jan 13, 2010 | 12:05 am | Loading…
Could designer doughnuts edge out cutesy cupcakes?
Pomegranate thyme and bing cherry balsamic may sound like salad dressings, and lemon chamomile creme custard may evoke thoughts of fancy teas, but they're actually cutting edge flavors in the latest fad to hit the baking scene -- doughnuts.
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Sugar-sweetened soft drinks: The taste may differ, but don't kid yourself they're healthier
Given all the panic in the streets about high-fructose corn syrup, it's no surprise that beverage companies are making hay out of vintage formulations that use sugar from cane or beets in their beverages instead of the syrup. Many fans say the beverages taste better with sucrose -- hence …
Jan 13, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Peanut butter bars make great snacks
Looking out the window from my kitchen table the world looks so pure and white.
Jan 13, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Foodie Finds: 'The New Book of Soups'
The first reader (excluding Times employees) to call (219) 933-3365 at 10:30 a.m. Thursday will win the featured items. Those having received a Foodie Finds in the past year are ineligible. Prizes not claimed within one week of notification are forfeited. Last week's winner was Marilyn Bu…
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