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May is the Month for BBQ

One of the surest signs that summer is on its way is the smell of grilling meat wafting through the air.   Whether you use a smoker, some charcoal, or a shiny gas grill, cooking outside can be easier and is … Continue reading

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Favorite Recipes from Fill Your Plate Moms: Crock Pot Carnitas Tacos

Editor’s Note: We’ve asked some of our Fill Your Plate “Moms” to share some of their favorite recipes, especially those that can fill up the family and do it in a healthy way! So, one of our first Moms to submit … Continue reading

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Spring for Salad!

May is National Salad Month which provides a great opportunity to step outside the standard side salad and look at salads in a whole new way.  The days of simple salads featuring a little iceberg lettuce, a few tomato wedges, … Continue reading

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Kitchen Gadgets and the Purpose They Serve

Knowing which tool to use in the kitchen while you are cooking can make a big difference in both the quality and the safety of your cooking. This graphic will show you just how to slice, mash, mix, or toss your … Continue reading

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Giving Out Gold Stars for Food Safety

In Kindergarten, many teachers use simple rewards like giving out gold stars as a way to reward and acknowledge when students do the right thing or do a good job.  This month, if we were giving out gold stars for … Continue reading

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