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How to Host a Chili Cook-Off

There is just something about chili.  You would be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t like it and there are no two recipes alike.  For some, chili must have beans.  For others, chili with beans is almost sacrilegious.   You may … Continue reading

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Canning 101

Fall brings cooler weather and a ton of fresh new vegetables to the farmers markets.  This provides an excellent opportunity to take advantage of all the in-season locally grown fruits and vegetables and to fill our family’s plates with delicious, … Continue reading

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Get Your Thanksgiving Turkey Smoked for a Great Cause

Get your Thanksgiving turkey smiled for a great cause! The Mesa Biotech Academy is holding their annual Thanksgiving Smoked Turkey Fundraiser! The cost is only $10 per turkey and cash is the only form of payment accepted. To reserve a … Continue reading

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Get to Know Your Leafy Greens

Yuma, Arizona is gearing up for the winter “leafy greens” growing season! This modest community in southern Arizona becomes widely known as the nation’s winter salad bowl from around November to March. That means that 90% of the nation’s vegetables … Continue reading

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Take These Divine Holiday Desserts for a Test Drive

While it may be true that it is still the season for Halloween, one thing that you can be sure of is that the holiday season is just around the corner.  If there is one thing that everyone loves about … Continue reading

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