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Real dinner for Rover

Blair Anthony Robertson — Wed, 22 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

When it comes to feeding their dogs, not everyone is opening up a can of wet food or reaching for a scoop of kibble and plunking it into a bowl.

Bite-size chicken helps in Caesar salad

Stephanie Witt Sedgwick — Wed, 22 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

You'll regularly find chicken Caesar salads, but that doesn't mean you'll find them all done well. Common flaws include too much dressing and clunky pieces of chicken.

Hearty salad features beef with tang

Bonnie S. Benwick — Wed, 22 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

"Top Chef" watchers: Think all the way back to Season 9. The cheftestants were hot and grumpy in Texas. Paul Qui won, and one chef seemed to get off more ornery one-liners than the others: Edward Lee of 610 Magnolia in Louisville.

Summer rolls get veggies in picnic basket

Sara Moulton — Wed, 22 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

When it comes to packing a picnic basket, sandwiches are almost always the stars of the menu. And why not? They are easy to eat with your hands, pack well and are versatile enough to keep everyone happy.

Dig into grits

Mon, 20 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Here's a bowlful of color, creaminess, crunch and flavor, for not much effort.

Tips for the kitchen

Mon, 20 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Fresh-produce how-tos: Zesting citrus. Citrus zest adds almost calorie-free brightness to everything from salad dressings to cakes to main dishes. Use a microplane for best results, and stop when you get to the bitter white pith.

Summersipping

Michelle Locke — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Picking up some fresh wines for summer is in the bag - or shopping cart, actually - as supermarkets get in touch with their inner sommeliers.

McDonald's adding 3 new Quarter Pounders to menu

Candice Choi — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:10:39 EST

NEW YORK – McDonald’s is adding three new Quarter Pounders to its core menu as the fast-food chain looks to offer cheaper premium burgers while capitalizing on one of its most popular brands.

Healthy options for kids meals

Mon, 13 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Trying to feed your kids healthful options when dining out can be stressful. Most restaurants offer the usual chicken fingers, mac 'n' cheese, hamburger with fries or grilled cheese, but the calories, fat and sodium in these items is through the roof. Here are the healthiest options at popular restaurants.

Grocery stores fight calorie display rules

Stephanie Armour — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:28:25 EST

WASHINGTON - The lobbyist for grocers including Kroger Co. and Safeway Inc. is calling on President Barack Obama to curtail a U.S. health law provision that mandates the companies display the calorie content of all their foods.

Tasty, simple for mom

Ryan DuVall — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Aaron Rothgeb knows a thing or two about making elaborate spreads for mom's big day.

2nd-career chefs split Beard honor

J.M. Hirsch — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Food may not have been their first calling, but coming late to the culinary scene clearly hasn't slowed David Chang and Paul Kahan.

Leaner take on potpie

Stephanie Witt Sedgwick — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Potpies are just plain appealing, but the crust and filling are loaded with fat and calories.

Turn leaf on parsley

Emily Horton — Wed, 01 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

For decades, well-intentioned food writers have been trying to rescue parsley from the American cook's indifference. One of the earliest attempts was in 1952, when the New York Times printed a piece championing parsley's unsung virtues with the headline "May Opens Season of Parsley Abundance - Herb Has Many Uses Besides as Garnish.

Dash ... we tried it

Wed, 01 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

The recipe reviewed here appears on Page 15 of today's Dash, a monthly food magazine inserted in The Journal Gazette.

Spicy breakfast for dinner

Bonnie S. Benwick — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

A breakfast-for-dinner recipe that is more assembly than cooking: perfect for a busy night. Coppa, the spicy Italian salami, is available at Italian markets. In a pinch, sopressata or Genoa salami may be substituted.

Leftovers make chicken patties

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Add this to your list of things to do with leftover rotisserie or roast chicken. The recipe is from Jennifer Perillo's new cookbook; we are big fans of this food blogger (www.injennieskitchen.com

Kaleforcewins

Debbie Arrington — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Once it was only cabbage's pretty cousin - all ornamental cuteness with no culinary career. Ruffled and often purple, it sat purely as decoration in winter flower gardens. Occasionally, it would make a guest appearance as garnish on a plate as a splashier alternative to parsley.

Pork gets sweet, herby treatment

Ileana Morales — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

How many blood oranges does a girl have to squeeze to get 1 1/2 cups of juice? Nine. I won't forget it because the last one squirted into the bowl, yes, but also across the page that held the recipe for Blood-Orange-Braised Pork Shoulder, thus christening my new cookbook.

Keep crust mixture on hand for meats

Casey Seidenberg — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

A few friends have opened my freezer and inquired about the Mason jars of messiness that I have stacked on a shelf. When I tell them the concoction inside is my little helper, they peer at me strangely.

Millennials focus ever more on food

Bill Ward — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Jay Johnson loves food, especially fresh ingredients and locally sourced charcuterie plates. The Minneapolis resident dines out at least twice a week, keeping close tabs on the restaurant scene so he can be among the first through the doors of the hottest new eateries.

Cookbook showcases Gaza cuisine

Diaa Hadid — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Spicy stuffed squid and roasted watermelon salad are among the unexpected culinary delights of the Gaza Strip, a densely populated seaside sliver of land that has been choked by Israeli border blockades and battered by wars.

Moist roasted chicken 2 steps away

Alison Ladman — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

especially when you are working with parts rather than a whole bird - is how easily is dries out. A few too many minutes in the oven can be all it takes to go from juicy to chewy.

Welcome spring with fruit punch cupcakes

Alison Ladman — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Bright citrusy flavors. Splashes of colorful sugary confetti. Rich creamy frosting flecked with berries.

Try farro with tuna, chickpea salad

Stephanie Witt Sedgwick — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

I was raised on tuna salad made with mayonnaise, sour cream and lemon juice. It was one of my mom's go-to dishes.

Flavorful course

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

This simple soup with no added salt exceeded our flavor expectations. It would make a nice starter or a light main course on a weeknight, accompanied by hummus and pita chips.

Dash ... we tried it

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

The recipes reviewed here appear on Pages 9 and 12 of today's Dash, a monthly food magazine inserted in The Journal Gazette.

Call of the wild blueberries

Family Features — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

Stock up on a superfood that's a no-brainer: Wild blueberries have superior antioxidant capacity compared with other fruits and veggies. Best of all, these little blue powerhouses from Maine and Canada are also incredibly convenient, thanks to their year-round availability in your grocer's frozen fruit section.

Hearty, light for season

Alison Ladman — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 03:00:00 EST

The unpredictable nature of spring - balmy one moment, frigid the next - makes us hanker for dishes that reflect the season's maybe, maybe-not feel.

Sear pound cake for spring treat

Alison Ladman — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

How do you make pound cake even more buttery and delicious? Easy! Pan-sear slices of it with butter and sugar.

Mango makes sweet, sour dinner

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

The taste of this dish skews slightly retro, a little bit sweet-and-sour. Using a mango that is ripe makes all the difference.

Learning knife cuts

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

There are a lot of ways to slice. Make prep time easy by learning to make rounds, half-moons and slice on the bias.

The art of picking your sticks

Sanae Nokura — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

As the saying goes, you are what you eat - and by that measure, the chopsticks you eat with can also say a lot about your personality.

Easter on the grill

Family Features — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Looking to put a delicious twist on your Easter meal? Try cooking ham on the grill.

Turn Easter leg of lamb inside out

Alison Ladman — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

The classic Easter or spring lamb often is served with mint jelly. And that's fine, assuming you want to play it safe.

Some help in the kitchen

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

•Freeze soup in a muffin tin for easy-to-use servings that won't take up much space. Place the pan in an inch of hot water to loosen the frozen rounds and use a paring knife to pry them out. Store them in a resealable freezer bag.

McDonald’s to add egg-white McMuffin

Leslie Patton — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 14:22:53 EST

The fast-food chain will roll out blueberry pomegranate-flavored smoothies on May 15.

An Irish pick-me-up

Michelle Locke — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Coffee, Irish whiskey and cream. Taken separately they're a tasty trio. But combine them just the right way and in just the right proportions and they get even better, transforming into a drink that can perk up the grayest day.

Beautiful flavors in 1-pot meal

Bonnie S. Benwick — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Oh, dear. I wish this dish looked better. But what can you do? Greek-style yogurt stirred with tender meatballs might not blend in quite so smoothly. But it comes together easily - in one pot - and tastes good. Promise.

Sneak spinach into quesadillas

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Popeye might have loved his spinach, but it can be tough to get kids (and some adults) to eat the leafy green vegetable. Try hiding it inside a cheesy quesadilla, paired with garlicky sauteed mushrooms.

Dash ... we tried it

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

The recipe reviewed here appears on Page 3 of today's Dash, a monthly food magazine inserted in The Journal Gazette.

Be awed by cod for Lent

Aimee Blume — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

If there is one food that enabled world history to develop as it did, it may be the codfish. In fact, food researcher Mark Kurlansky wrote a book about it - "Cod: A Biography of the Fish that Changed the World" (1998).

Go green with spicy, nutty sauce

Gretchen McKay — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

You have to love a recipe that marries not two but three great green Mexican flavors: Tangy tomatillos, cilantro and un-hulled green pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitos. This recipe from Saveur's keeper "Mexico issue" might not exactly wow you with its appearance, or the number of steps involved (you will have to do dishes). But trust me.

Brunch in the March issue of dash

The Journal Gazette — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 16:57:27 EST

The March issue of dash, available in Wednesday's print edition of The Journal Gazette, features family friendly weekend brunch meals such as Orange Ricotta Pancakes and Spring Vegetable Tart.

Burgers when you need them

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EST

Grill marks on a health-conscious entree in wintertime mean a double win for lunch or dinner. This dish is especially suited for a night when team practice or extended office hours create the multiple-mealtime effect at home; the lamb-turkey patties reheat easily in the microwave or in a partially covered skillet. Diners can assemble their own sandwiches when and as they see fit.

Yogurt a versatile product if homemade or store-bought

Kimberly Dupps Truesdell — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 03:00:00 EST

Michelle Bojrab grew up eating yogurt. But not just any yogurt. It was a thick, creamy yogurt from her mother's kitchen.

Healthy meals help turn Deen's life around

Mary Constantine — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 03:00:00 EST

"Humble" is the best way to describe Bobby Deen, son of Food Network superstar Paula Deen. He's simply not one to take success for granted.

Good uses for kitchen waste

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 03:00:00 EST

How to use up kitchen waste:

Boom in quinoa demand stresses Bolivia highlands

PAOLA FLORES — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:47:59 EST

LA PAZ, Bolivia The growing global demand for quinoa by health food enthusiasts isn't just raising prices for the Andean "super grain" and living standards among Bolivian farmers. Quinoa fever is running up against physical limits.

Recipes for organization

Jaclyn Youhana — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:00:00 EST

Mom keeps her recipes in a metal box. It is a tan-ivory color with a green scroll design on it. It screams "1970," which is pretty accurate, as it was a wedding gift when my parents got married in the '70s.