Food and Drink

I'm not one to use store bought seasoning mixes, and, until recently I hadn't used many dried herbs or spices. I always wanted that "fresh" and "from scratch" flavor. I did, that is, until...

Spicy Peanut Butter Chicken Skewers             yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 2lbs, chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into 1” chunks 1/4c Peanut butter powder, (PB2) 2T sea salt, fine 1t turmeric 1t granulated Garlic 2t granulated Onion 2t...

Here in Minnesota, summer tends to fly by too fast. Being able to use the grill is a great way to extend being outdoors on a beautiful late summer night. I love this recipe: its a crowd-pleaser...

No waste necessary: There are a few great ways to utilize broccoli stems in your cooking instead of throwing them away. Utilizing the "throwaway" pieces of your vegetables means you'll have less compost to...

The holidays are closing in. To keep up your energy with all the traveling, shopping, and holiday-partying, it’s nice to have a delicious special treat with the much needed addition of massive amounts of...

This soup is a great introduction to cooking Thai cuisine at home: A lot of ingredients, but very simple steps. Omit the fish sauce and shrimp for a completely vegan dish. Coconut Green Curry Soup...

The Jucy Lucy. The Juicy without the "i" that somehow, with the cheese melting, bubbling in the middle, is that much better than a burger with cheese melting, bubbling on top. It was a...

Surly Brewing Company announced last week that it will be closing its award winning and critically acclaimed fine dining restaurant on its upper level. Customers have until August 5th to book a reservation before...

Can I fancy you a cup of tea? I’m kind of picky about my tea. I don’t like coffee, so during those cold Minnesota winters I opt for a hot cup of tea. Truth is,...

This recipe is best if the chicken can sit on the marinade for 24 hours. If you are in a pinch, though, 4 hours left at room temperature will do just fine. Curry Yogurt Chicken ...