August is state fair time and while we might care who has the best lamb, and we might want to hit the free concert, we will definitely buy fair food -- an outrageous culinary category unto itself.And it's really not always on a stick and not always fried. Case in point, Florida's Strawberry Lemonade Sweetcake Sundae. This yummy dessert features a biscuit-like cake fried … [Read more...] about A fair sampling of the best state fair fare
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Mexican Sweet Corn Salad
Inspired by Mexican elote, this corn salad makes great use of late summer sweet corn with tangy lime juice and flavorful poblano peppers. Add jalapeno peppers for extra spice or chipotle chili powder for a smoky kick. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil4 ears fresh sweet corn, shucked with kernels removed (about 3 cups fresh kernels)Kosher salt2 ounces crumbled cotija cheese3 … [Read more...] about Mexican Sweet Corn Salad
Heart Month special recipe is tasty and healthy
In honor of American Heart Month, here is a recipe that adheres to guidelines for a heart-healthy meal and is also delicious: roasted balsamic chicken with baby tomatoes. According to a story on the Cleveland Clinic's website that included an interview with a preventive cardiology nutrition expert, a heart-healthy recipe should pay attention to fat and carbohydrates, use … [Read more...] about Heart Month special recipe is tasty and healthy
How to grill the perfect, tender pork chop
How to grill the perfect, tender pork chop Grilling season is in full swing, and carnivores know that few things are quite as unpleasant as a dry, tough grilled pork chop. But it doesn't have to be that way! With a little preparation and caution, you can grill tender, juicy pork chops in just a few minutes. The best part? Grilled chops pair well with just about any sauce or … [Read more...] about How to grill the perfect, tender pork chop
Hawaiian Butter Mochi sweetens up the party
This classic Hawaiian treat is made with canned coconut milk, evaporated milk and mochiko sweet rice flour, which is available in just about any Asian grocery and in the international aisles in many American grocery stores. Make sure not to swap out for other types of flour--use mochiko sweet rice flour only. Despite the name, butter mochi is actually a leavened cake, with a … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Butter Mochi sweetens up the party