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Life is Too Short for Bad Coffee!

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 by 

Almost every human being in America enjoys a cup of coffee at some point during the day. Whether the coffee is consumed in the morning to help you perk up for the day, as a pick-me-up in the afternoon, or with your favorite dessert, it is certain that people live off coffee.

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Morning Coffee with Nana Mouskouri

Monday, December 7th, 2009 by 

Sunday started as a beautiful morning. It was about 8:30, the sun was already lighting up the kitchen with golden autumnal rays setting the scene for a great sensory experience. I filled the tank of my espresso machine with fresh water and turn it on.

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Is it really possible? No-Knead Artisan Bread

Friday, December 4th, 2009 by 

There is absolutely nothing like the smell of fresh home baked bread straight from the oven. The siren call of the crackling crust as it cools is simply irresistible. For a piece of bread warm from the oven, I would break the cardinal rule.

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Roasted Butternut Squash Salad with Warm Cider Vinegrette

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 by 

Try this seasonal delectable combination of warm cubed butternut squash with cool arugula in a sweet and sour dressing. Walnuts thrown in make for an explosion of flavor and texture. The results are well worth the effort.

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Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Onions

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 by 

Satisfy your sweet potato cravings this holiday season with this contrast of sweet and savory flavors. This simplicity in this lies in its short list of ingredients. The distinct flavors come from the roasted sweet potatoes and caramelized onions thus alleviating the need for added sugar. Not only are sweet potatoes health benefits plentiful, it’ll also keep you full for longer this Thanksgiving!

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The Lunchtime Checklist

Monday, November 23rd, 2009 by 

One thing is always on the mind of a time-crunched hungry Hastings student: Sandwiches. Hot or cold, big or small, meal or not, sandwiches sound good any day of the week. And with so many delicious choices here in Hastings, it’s impossible to go wrong.

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What type of turkey should I purchase and how much?

Monday, November 23rd, 2009 by 

Most known brands would have you believe its turkeys are, well, the only turkeys. The truth is, there are all manner of ways these days to get your white-meat, dark-meat, and tryptophan fix. Suzie Brown offers up some helpful tips to picking out a turkey to grace your Thanksgiving feast.

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Oh Marshmallow, How I Love Thee.

Monday, November 23rd, 2009 by 

The ever versatile marshmallow is possibly one of the most amazing candy ever invented as far as I’m concerned. Who could possibly resist the temptation of the soft and fluffy goodness that is the marshmallow? Find out how to make this ingenious creation right in your own kitchen.

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