Photo Credit: Alexandra Mascali It’s time for Friday Night Bites and tonight is another “berry sweet” idea from Ally! Looking for a way to switch up your normal Friday night pizza? This Nutella Berry Pizza is the perfect pizza to do just that! The sweet taste from the hazelnut spread and the fruity taste from the berries, make this desert irresistible. -Ally Print Nutella Berry Pizza Author: Alexandra Mascali Recipe type: Dessert Cuisine: American Serves: 6 Ingredients
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If it wouldn’t be St. Patrick’s Day in your house without Corned Beef & Cabbage, here’s a recipe from Darina Allen’s The Festive Food of Ireland. I love it on rye with mustard – potatoes and cabbage on the side! You can also try this highly recommended recipe from Epicurious.com go> Just so you know our research reveals that Corned Beef and Cabbage is not a traditional Saint Patrick’s Day meal in Ireland and truly
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POPCORN GETS A BUM RAP as a result of the non-nutritional toppings that so often dress it, but popcorn is low in calories and touts health benefits such as fiber and zinc. Add air popping and nutritional toppings and you have a snack that you can feel good about. Best-selling author Terry Walters, was at the NY KIDS FOOD FESTIVAL this week, demonstrating and helping families lead a healthier life. She shared her recipe
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Here is a roundup of some really special and unique dessert ideas for Saint Patrick’s Day from around the web. Saint Patrick’s Day is Sunday this year so it we have special opportunity to celebrate with family and friends. Kids and adults alike will love the recipes below and it’s a festive way to mark the day. Below are the links and credits for each dessert – when you visit make sure to check out
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Photo Credit: Alexandra Mascali It’s time for Friday Night Bites, and our Party Bluprints intern Ally, is making magic again. Check out her Cheesecake Oreo Cupcake recipe below. It will certainly make your Friday night fantastic! (PS: Oh boy, are we all going to miss Ally when she heads off to college in the fall) Oreo Cheesecake has always been a favorite dessert of mine. This quick and simple recipe allows you to make this
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The Mediterranean Diet is making news! It’s rich in olive oil, nuts, beans, fish, fruits and vegetables and has been shown to ward off heart attack and stroke ( See NY Times Article here>). What makes me happy is that this diet allows for delicious meals that are satisfying. The three recipes below are perfect trio for a dinner party, just add the wine! Below, Registered Holistic Nutritionist Peggy Kotsopoulos shares 3 very special Mediterranean
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Here’s a Saint Patrick’s Day treat that’s Boozy Baking at its BEST! The cake in this special dessert incorporates the Irish classic Guinness, and the icing another, with a shot of Baileys Irish Cream. St. Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest drinking days of the year. If you’re looking to switch things up a bit this year, try turning your cocktails into a dessert! Here’s one I am going to try from celebrity caterer
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It’s time for Friday Night Bites and tonight’s meal is meatless and delicious! “What I like about this fun Friday Night Bites recipe is that you can literally whip it up in minutes. If you keep leftover rice in the fridge and shrimp in the freezer, you can always substitute in whatever vegetables you have on hand. Make sure you stock soy sauce and sesame oil (the sesame oil is what gives it that Chinese
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National Margarita Day is February 22nd (my birthday). I want this cupcake and cocktail to celebrate! Margarita Cupcake Recipe: Makes 24 Ingredients for the cupcakes: • 2 sticks butter, softened • 2 cups granulated sugar • 4 large eggs, plus 1 large egg white as room temperature • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1 teaspoons salt •
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The Governors Ball, the most coveted Oscars® after-party invite, serves up Hollywood glam and is a foodies’ dream! For the 19th year in a row, Wolfgang Puck, chef to the stars will produce a blockbuster menu for the Governors Ball. The celebrity chef, along with chef Matt Bencivenga, has created a menu featuring more than 50 imaginative dishes, from one-bite hors d’oeuvres to small-plate entrees that will be passed throughout the evening. This is a
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Sensational Valentine’s Day Sugar Cookie recipe for you! At just six-year-olds, Jack Witherspoon began his battle with leukemia. During his first relapse in 2006, while his friends were playing outside, Jack started cooking comfort food as a way to feel better. Seven years and a published cookbook later, ‘Chef Jack’ is still inspiring us all and whipping up delicious original recipes. For Valentine’s Day, Target’s Bullseye View asked the ambitious middle schooler to share an original recipe.
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Try A Mini-Muff For Mardi Gras At Home! Muffuletta sandwiches are a wonderful New Orleans tradition. These famous sandwiches are served throughout the city, and particularly in the restaurants along Decatur Street in New Orleans’ Old French Quarter. Traditionally, this sandwich is served on 8 inch round, 2 inch thick, crusty Italian bread made in New Orleans, especially for the Muffuletta Sandwich (A Muff). However, Muffuletta bread is hard to find outside of New Orleans,
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It’s time for Friday Night Bites and tonight we have Gemelli Arrabbiata for you. Arrabbiata means angry in Italian, but you will feel nothing but happy eating this simple to make, spicy tomato sauce over pasta. We paired it with creamy ricotta cheese, that slowly melts into the gemelli. You can mix it through the entire dish if the heat gets too intense. It’s just right for tonight, or any night you want to
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Candied Bacon is fast becoming a hot item on menus in restaurants across the country. This special treat has the salty and savory flavor of bacon, mixed in with a punch of sweet – an unforgettable taste. The two opposite but complementary flavors hit your taste buds at the same time and create magic! Candied bacon makes a perfect party appetizer. Try serving it alone or with cheese and honey (recipe is below) and watch
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Here’s a perfect dessert idea for you and your honey this Valentine’s Day. It’s decadent and delicious! Molten Lava Cakes (Serves 2) Ingredients 1/4 cup unsalted butter 2 oz. baking chocolate unsweetened squares 1 large egg 1 large egg yolk 2 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 tsp. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. shortening 1 tsp. cocoa powder 1 tsp. confectioners’ sugar 2 fresh raspberries, washed and dried 2 fresh mint leaves ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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It’s time for Friday Night Bites and since this weekend is the Super Bowl, we’re doing WINGS! These are good, not gooey and have less calories than more traditional versions. Take the fuss (and mess) out of Friday Night with these easy to make Tequila Spiked Wings. Dress typical wings up with tequila, lime and rosemary. Then, marinate, bake and serve for simple and special meal that will score big with the family. 3.1.09 Print
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This Valentine’s Day I’m going to try something new: Homemade Truffles! I’ve never make this delicious candy at home and I think my husband would love them. In the spirit of love, and with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Chef Nathan Lyon was sweet enough to share his Chocolate Truffles Four Ways recipe with us. We of course couldn’t wait to share it with YOU! The recipe below seems straightforward and simple and
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I had to share this awesome Super Bowl dessert recipe from Lauryn Cohen – founder of Bella Baker. I can’t imagine a football fan that wouldn’t love them – Whoopie Pies are always a fan favorite! They’re easier than you think to make with the instructions below, and you’ll score big with your family and friends for serving a homemade treat. The kicker is you’ll save money too, by avoiding the super marked-up store
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Chinese New Year 2013 is the year of the Snake. The celebration begins on February 10th, which is a Sunday night – so plan to party at home with family and friends. So that you can enjoy the fun, and not be stuck in the kitchen, we have a deliciously easy stir fry recipe for Orange Chicken to share with you. The recipe comes from Carol Kicinski, renowned chef, food writer and gluten-free guru. It’s
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Photo credit: Alexandra Mascali It’s time for Friday Night Bites and today we are putting the spotlight on some spicy bites that will make you happy. These are perfect for a casual night of noshing with a cold beer – enjoy! Print Fried Sausage Bites with Spicy Mustard Author: Elizabeth Mascali Recipe type: Appetizer Cuisine: American Serves: 4 Ingredients 8 links Chorizo Smoked Chicken Sausage, cut into ¼” slices 2 tsp. canola oil 4 tbsp. spicy mustard Instructions
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At a loss for what to serve your gluten free or vegan party guests? Well, here’s a recipe that’s incredibly easy to make and so delicious – all your guest will LOVE it. Create this colorful party platter with with the Zing Roll recipe below. Zing Rolls – Vegetable Spring Rolls with Red Rice Noodles Prep Time: 45 minutes Refrigerate: 30 minutes Ingredients 3 single-serve packages (2 ounces each) Thai Kitchen® Red Rice Noodles
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If you weren’t invited to the Inaugural Luncheon yesterday, no worries – we have the full menu with recipes for YOU! The 57th Inaugural Luncheon, President Obama’s 2nd, was held yesterday, January 21st. President Obama, Vice President Biden and their families, joined the Supreme Court, Cabinet members and members of Congressional leadership for an event that has been a tradition for more than a 100 years. The Luncheon is hosted by members of the Joint
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Image credit Alexandra Mascali It’s time for Friday Night Bites and since it’s cold outside and the kids are still feeling under the weather, it’s a perfect night for a movie. And there’s no better match for a movie than popcorn, so we challenged our dessert expert, Alexandra to come up with a simple but special recipe for us! Without fail, she popped up the perfect recipe and lots of fun. Alexandra shares it below,
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I wanted to try something a little different this year for the Super Bowl, so I curated a collection of 20 recipes from the blog on Pinterest. Included are appetizers, soups, entrees and even a dessert. Each recipe is served in a bowl (or a bowl shape) which means guests won’t miss a single tackle, pass or play, because they can eat and watch the big game at the same time. Plus, not only
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With winter in full swing and more cold weather around the corner, soup is perfect for party time. Give this fresher version of french onion soup a try. It makes a great first course for a dinner party or the main course for a luncheon, serve it with a Roquette salad. Onion Soup with Bagel Chips Kings Cooking Studio Recipe – Serves 4 Ingredients: 4 Tablespoons Butter, Divided 1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil 1-1/3 Pounds Onions,
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Photo credit: Alexandra Mascali It’s time for Friday Night Bites and tonight’s recipe is one of my favorites, especially when Elizabeth makes it! The Orecchiette in this awesome dish, act like little pasta saucers catching the combo of light garlickly onion sauce, peas and sausage creating the perfect bite. This flavorful pasta is light yet satisfying, and just the thing for an easy and delicious Friday Night Bite to enjoy with family or friends. Simple
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image and recipe courtesy of BetterEats.com As we head into the new year and try our best to keep our resolutions for healthy eating, I wanted to share a great resource for healthy eating with you - BetterEats.com. The site has tons of recipes, that are a perfect blend of healthy and delicious – plus many of them are under 500 calories! Here’s a fantastic recipe for Chicken Fricassee With Tarragon to get you started. This is
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During the month of January, we’ll be covering What’s HOT in Food for 2013. Today, we’re embracing #20 on the list of TOP 20 Trends: Food Truck Food or Street Eats. Beef Empanadas are a delicious, and flavorful meal or snack that kids and adults love! I found this awesome recipe at Pillsbury®. It’s super easy – just 20 minutes prep and 20-25 minutes in the oven. Serve with a salad or carrot and
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As you know this month, we’ll be covering What’s HOT in Food for 2013. Today, we’re embracing #12 on the list of TOP 20 Trends: Non-wheat noodles/pasta like QUINOA. You can mix anything you like with quinoa. It serves as an excellent base for vegetables, meat, spices and even fruit. You can serve it hot or cold, and as a main dish, side, soup or salad. It’s as versatile as it is healthy for you!
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Photo Credit: Alexandra Mascali It’s time for Friday Night Bites and tonight we have a fun salad featuring crunchy bacon bits. This Bacon Pomegranate Salad also includes tangy red onions and a pop of tart and crunchy pomegranate seeds. It’s a perfectly simple and special way to start the weekend. Enjoy! Print Bacon Pomegranate Salad Author: Elizabeth Mascali Recipe type: Salad Cuisine: American Ingredients 12 oz. spinach/spring mix lettuce, washed and dried 1 medium red onion,
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Photo Credit: Alexandra Mascali It’s time for Friday Night Bites and tonight we’re featuring a comfort food classic that’s the perfect way to wrap up 2012! It’s also a great way to make use of any left-over Christmas ham. The Monte Cristo Sandwich has a “breakfast for dinner” twist and combines the fun of French toast with hearty ham and cheese. Yum! 3.1.09 Print Monte Cristo Sandwich Author: Elizabeth Mascali Recipe type: Sandwich Cuisine: American Serves: 4
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Want a peek at the HOT TRENDS in food and drink for 2013? Below are some of the answers. The National Restaurant Association surveyed professional chefs, members of the American Culinary Federation, on which food, cuisines and culinary themes will be hot trends on restaurant menus in 2013. The “What’s Hot in 2013” survey was conducted in the fall of 2012 among more than 1,800 chefs. Here are the Top 20 Trends Locally sourced
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I love this simple and special idea for New Year’s Eve dessert from Lauryn Cohen – The Bella Baker. All you need to make your own is a dozen delicious cupcakes, pretzel logs and a silver cake stand! “It’s the sweetest clock ever! These cupcakes, each decorated with a Roman numeral and assembled in a circular formation, are a play on the clock that we stare at all night as we count down to a
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Image credit and gluten free recipe from Gluten Free By Nature> Who doesn’t love this Holiday Classic? Here’s a wonderful recipe for you from the Almond Board of California. Enjoy and please remember to label and always let party guests know when you are serving nuts. Almond Thumbprint Cookies created by: Almond Board of California servings 36 Ingredients 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup sugar 2 egg yolks 2 teaspoons grated lemon
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It’s time for Friday Night Bites and tonight we have a “lite bite” that’s perfect for feeling right! The combination of sweet mandarin oranges and tartly sweet Craisins® add a punch of flavor and festive color to this delicious salad. Enjoy! Print Citrus Salad Author: Elizabeth Mascali Recipe type: Salad Cuisine: American Serves: 6-8 Ingredients 12 oz. spinach/spring mix lettuce, washed and dried 15 oz. can mandarin oranges, drained ¾ cup Craisins Italian dressing (use your
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