Category Archives: Just For Fun

Celebrate Macadamia Nuts With This Delicious Pie Recipe

Posted on September 4, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

Photo: Hawaiimagazine.com By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern   Did you know today is National Macadamia Nut Day? One of my favorite recipes with macadamia nuts is an ice cream pie served at Duke’s, a restaurant with locations in California … Continue reading →

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How to Make Jam for Beginners

Posted on August 28, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern One of my favorite treats is my dad’s warm homemade bread, right out of the oven, smothered with my mom’s homemade jam. Over the years she has made raspberry, peach, apricot, strawberry and blackberry … Continue reading →

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12 Fun Facts about Potatoes

Posted on August 24, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Potatoes are a common staple around the world, the United States, and even Arizona. We make them roasted, baked, mashed, and fried. They are a part of more American meals than we think. Dave … Continue reading →

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Breakfast Do’s and Don’ts

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern As we all know, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It gives you the energy you need for your daily activities and gives you a great start to your morning if … Continue reading →

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8 Best Places to Hike and Swim in Arizona

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Fill Your Plate

By Sarah Hunt, AZFB Communications Intern Hiking and swimming are just a few of the fun activities Arizona has to offer. Since it is so hot right now, I recommend doing the trails with a swimming hole at the end … Continue reading →

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