Enjoy Some Bubbly and a Few Bites

December 17, 2015 Lia Soneson

Pop the Cork on 2016!

Where did 2015 go? Ready or not, it's time to ring in the New Year, 2016! Chill the champagne, and assemble a few hearty bites, like the Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms below. They're a delicious combination and a very worthy introduction to 2016!

Holiday Biscotti

December 10, 2015 Lia Soneson

Bake and Enjoy Holiday Biscotti!

The classic coffeehouse cookie gets dressed up for the holidays! We've taken our classic biscotti recipe and added deep red cherries and plenty of almond flavors. Our Cherry-Almond Holiday Biscotti sport a "snowy" top of white chocolate with plenty of sprinkles. Quick to make, they're a festive treat to share and enjoy.

Celebrating with Cranberry Salsa!

November 23, 2015 Lia Soneson

Weekend Specials! PLUS, a Quick Cranberry Salsa!

Looking for a fast and festive appetizer? This Cranberry Salsa is just the answer! It's delicious and a cinch to assemble. It takes advantage of an often stereotyped, seasonal fruit and presents it in a new way. Try it this Thanksgiving week and a few more times throughout the holiday season.

For the Holiday Cookie Plate

November 19, 2015 Lia Soneson

Eye-Candy for the Holiday Cookie Plate!

While Thanksgiving (checklist below!) is still ahead of us, now's the time to plot your baking strategy for the coming celebrations. One of our favorite holiday traditions? Cookie baking!

IN THIS ISSUE, we reveal the secrets for making charming cut-out cookies and the key methods for icing and decorating them into eye-catching favorites. But, it's not enough to look good, cookies need to taste as wonderful as they look! We have three different cookie doughs ready for you to transform into delicious cookies: Chocolate Snowflakes, Peppermint Candy Canes, and Almond-Orange Trees.

Pumpkin Crepe Cake

November 12, 2015 Lia Soneson

Pumpkin Crepe Cake - a new Thanksgiving Dessert!

Looking for a different sort of Thanksgiving dessert? We love surprising guests with this stunning Pumpkin Crepe Cake. Not only is it a stunning presentation, it tastes fabulous! We've adapted the classic Gateau de Crepe with cinnamon crepes and alternating pumpkin and vanilla filings. No oven required. It's easier than you think to make - and all in do-ahead mode!

Save Room for Pie!

November 5, 2015 Lia Soneson

Save Room for Pie!

IN THIS ISSUE, while everyone else is focused on the turkey, we're talking pie! Thanksgiving pies rival the turkey in terms of custom and tradition, so it's important to get them right. We started with three classics and gave each a twist, Pumpkin Pie with Gingersnap Crust with Apricot Sauce, Blue Ribbon Apple Pie and Caramel-Glazed Pecan Pie. PLUS, a Thanksgiving checklist to help you plan and get ahead!

Simple-to-Make English Toffee

October 29, 2015 Lia Soneson

Simple-to-Make, English Toffee

Crunchy, buttery handmade toffee is one of our favorite little indulgences. The rich caramel flavors are especially nice to enjoy in the autumn. If you've never made toffee, you're in for a nice surprise - it's super simple to make! Try making a batch - it's perfect for giving and sharing with others.

How to Cook: Roasting and Braising 101

October 22, 2015 Lia Soneson

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IN THIS ISSUE, we're putting our oven to work in roasting and braising delicious food. We have the essential how-to's for creating roasting and braising success, and recipes to practice on: Standing Rib Roast, Fall Vegetables, Autumn Roasted Chicken, and the Classic Sunday Pot Roast. You'll love the results!

Potatoes Anna (With a Twist!)

October 15, 2015 Lia Soneson

Your New Favorite Potato Dish - Potatoes Anna!

Today we're sharing one of our favorite potato dishes, Potatoes Anna, only with a slight twist. We've added garlic and some herbal flavors resulting in a dish that hits it out of the proverbial ballpark! Just four ingredients, assembled uniquely, make this a spectacular dish to serve and even better to eat!

Fresh, Handmade Pasta

October 8, 2015 Lia Soneson

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IN THIS ISSUE, it's pasta primo! We're making handmade pastas and pairing them with delicious sauces. With just a few simple ingredients, delicious, fresh pasta can be on your table. We have all the "how-to's" beginning with Pinci with Tomato Sauce, followed by Semolina Cavatelli with Beef Ragu, and finishing with Sugeli with Potatoes and Garlic.

Easy-do-ahead Refrigerator Rolls

October 1, 2015 Lia Soneson

Easy, Do-Ahead Dinner Rolls

These dinner rolls have been part of many of our family dinners for decades! We time them to be piping hot, straight from the oven when they hit the table. Everyone knows to pass the breadbasket immediately, and to follow it, pronto, with butter dish!

Fast Weeknight Supper One-Pan Cooking

September 24, 2015 Lia Soneson

IN THIS ISSUE, we're cooking delicious weeknight suppers that are perfect for fall! And, it's all done in one pan, hands off, on the table in less than an hour! We get supper started with Roasted Sausage & Red Grapes with Polenta & Gorgonzola, Pork Tenderloin with Squash, Apples & Onion, and a light version of Chicken Parmesan. Plus, tons of tips for fast, weeknight cooking!

People-Pleasing Posole

September 17, 2015 Lia Soneson

Autumn's Best Soup: Homemade Posole

When the breezes blow a little cooler, the leaves flutter to the ground, and an evening sweater is once again necessary, the first soup of the season that we make is this hearty, spicy Posole. It's a comfort food that hits the spot for an evening supper, or as game time fare.

Good Food on the Move!

September 10, 2015 Lia Soneson

It's a grab-and-go world! How often do you depend on a "power bar" as a source of quick energy, or for breakfast, or lunch? IN THIS ISSUE, we're making our own nutrition bars and saving money! You can, too! Start with these three bars: Greek Yogurt Muesli Bars, Salty-Sweet Trail Bars, and Black Bean High Protein Brownies.

Enjoy Summer Fruits

August 20, 2015 Lia Soneson

Summer Fruit - 3 More Delicious Ways to Enjoy!

IN THIS ISSUE, we're enjoying fresh summer fruits in as many ways as we can! We have recipes for Blue Ribbon Blueberry Crisp, Perfect Peach Cobbler, and a Plum Clafoutis ready for you in this newsletter. They're the type of recipes that are versatile for whatever fresh fruit comes your way. Simple to make, and simply divine to eat!

Pickle Power

August 6, 2015 Lia Soneson

Add Pickles to Pop Flavors!

IN THIS ISSUE, we're adding some pop to everyday dishes with pickles! Visit nearly any restaurant these days and your salad or entrée may very likely come with a garnish of pickled something. You can choose quick pickling methods - ready in minutes, or traditional preserving methods. We show you the how-to with Red Onions in Vinegar, a classic Jardiniere, and Grandma's Dill Pickles.

Zoodles and Other Spiralized Innovations

July 23, 2015 Lia Soneson

Zoodles and Other Spiralized Innovations!

Spiralizing is the latest trend in food preparation, and for good reason! Today's spiralizing gadgets work better than ever! You'll be inspired by the updated vegetable dishes that spiralizing creates.

IN THIS ISSUE, we get you started with three great recipes: Italian Zucchini Pasta Salad, Lemon Garlic Broccoli with Bacon, and Thai Drunken Zucchini Noodles with Pork. Give spiralizing a try!

Freshly Grilled Pizza and Flatbreads

July 9, 2015 Lia Soneson

It's the middle of grilling season, you've mastered the burger and steak, and perhaps some slow-smoked ribs. Now it's time to expand your outdoor cooking skills with grill-baking techniques that produce the best pizzas and flatbreads!

IN THIS ISSUE, we're taking advantage of the outdoor grill's hotter temperatures and making a delicious flatbread, Basic Grilled Rosemary Focaccia with Kalamata Olive Paste, and two grilled pizzas, Mozzarella and Chive-Basil Pesto Pizza, and Spinach Artichoke Pizza with Wood Smoke. Your patio just became the best pizzeria in the neighborhood!