Frankenstein Jackfruit Head

Play potato head with this show stopping monster head made with jackfruit

Play potato head with this show stopping monster head made with jackfruit. Select a jackfruit that runs on the smaller size so that it will be easier to store and more manageable to butcher later. Frankenstein Jackfruit Head 1 jackfruit 2 large pitted black olives 1/2 rambutan fruit...
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Witches Brew Mocktail (or Cocktail!)

This sweet and tart drink will please kids and adults alike

This sweet and tart drink will please kids and adults alike, made with 100% fruit juices with no added sugar. This punch pairs nicely with vodka, tequila, or gin, if you’re craving a cocktail for the adults. Witches Brew Mocktail (or Cocktail!) 3 cups pomegranate juice 1...
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Easy Halloween Deviled Eggs with Avocado and Lime

Delight party guests with these ghoulishly green deviled eggs

I have prepared deviled eggs for all sorts of parties, changing up the flavors and appearance depending on the event theme, and people go crazy for them. In this recipe, ripe avocado replaces most of the mayonnaise to color the eggs ghoulishly green. Lime,...
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Halloween Recipes as seen on “Indy Style”

Tonight is the big night! Are you ready? Don’t be too scared. I whipped up these quick and easy Halloween recipes using mostly ingredients I already had on hand. You can find the funky tropical fruits at Asian markets and natural or fine food...
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Nutritious Spin on Peaches and Cream Using Canned Foods

Try this dessert made with condensed milk and canned peaches

As a chef, dietitian, and busy mom cooking for a family, I have always enjoyed canned foods at home. My favorite go-to’s that I always keep on hand include canned beans (vegan protein in an instant), canned pasta sauce (my girls love), canned green...
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Foods That Help You Sleep

Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? I cover three nutrients in foods and where to get them to help you sleep better.

Do you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? I hear this often from people. In addition to good sleep “hygiene” (like avoiding blue light before bedtime, having pre-sleep rituals, ensuring cool room temperature, etc., the foods you eat can help with your sleep,...
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The Best Kitchen Knives

Good sharp knives make the cooking process oh so much more enjoyable.

Since my knife care video and knife storage video a few months back were both so popular, I took it a step further to show you the exact knives that I use the most at home. Good knives make such a difference. I know that...
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MSG is Umami: 5 Facts (Not Fear) from the World Umami Forum

I attended the action-packed World Umami Forum and learned a lot about MSG and umami.

Last week I had a whirlwind three-day trip in one of my favorite places–New York City–at the World Umami Forum. The event was presented by Ajinomoto, maker of MSG. First off, MSG/Ajinomoto is not my client, nor am I paid to talk about MSG. They...
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