Cooking Filet Mignon

Cooking Filet Mignon

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Filet mignon is French, of course, with filet meaning “thick slice” and mignon meaning “dainty.” Filet mignon comes from the small end of the tenderloin (called the short loin) which is found on the back rib cage of the animal. This area of the animal is not weight-bearing, thus the…

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The Best Regional Cuisines to Try

The Best Regional Cuisines to Try

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Whether you’ve traveled the world or still live in the town you grew up in, chances are you’ve tried the regional cuisine of a distant place. One great thing about the United States is that it’s a country with so much culinary diversity. Some of our signature dishes come from…

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Meals That Fill You Up, Not Out

Meals That Fill You Up, Not Out

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Diets often fail because they leave people feeling deprived and longing for more food. With this in mind, it is important to make hearty, yet healthy meals that fill you up and not out. You want a nutritional meal that isn’t loaded with empty calories. There are many ingredients that…

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Easy Trail Mixes

Easy Trail Mixes

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Before you set off on your next family walk or outing, try making one of these super easy trail mixes to keep your energy up. Quick Fix Mix 2 cups mini pretzels 1 cup cheese snack crackers 1 cup honey roasted peanuts 1 cup raisins Place all ingredients into a…

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Sushi for Beginners

Sushi for Beginners

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If you love sushi but are on a budget, get your fishy fix at home – for less – by making it yourself. You’ll need the right ingredients, some practice and a little patience. What you Need Makisu (bamboo rolling mat) Cutting board Medium bowl with water A sharp knife…

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Campfire Cooking

Campfire Cooking

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It’s almost picnic and camping time across most of North America. For that next trip into the woods or at the park, consider these treats-especially for the kids. S’mores This is every kid’s favorite (including big kids). Simply put a marshmallow on a stick, roast it, and while it’s still…

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Debbie Meyer Green Bags

Debbie Meyer Green Bags

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Should you go green? That is the question. We’re not talking about a quest for conservation. We’re talking about the heavily-hyped Debbie Meyer Green Bags that are supposed to increase the longevity of fruits and vegetables. So do they really work? We put these bags to the test. My husband…

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