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Wholesome Treats: Exploring Healthier and Greener Options

Dark chocolate is a healthier sweet treat, offering heart benefits and lower calories, especially when organic.  Fruit-based desserts like baked apples and banana “nice cream” provide a sweet experience with added vitamins.  Energy balls with nuts, seeds, oats, and dried fruit are nutrient-packed and convenient snacks. Nut butter is a versatile ingredient for healthier sweets; just keep …

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5 Foods to Indulge in When Traveling Anywhere

Sample iconic street snacks like tacos in Mexico, kebabs in Turkey, or dumplings in China. Try traditional dishes like paella from Spain, sushi from Japan, and curry from India. Indulge in fresh seafood for a unique taste of the sea. Savor sweet treats and desserts to experience the artistry of local pastry chefs. Sample local …

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Preserving Family Recipes: Strategies for Recording and Saving Heirloom Dishes

Record family recipes for preserving cultural history, relationships, and flavors passed down through generations.  Organize recipes by meal type or ingredient for ease of use when planning family dinners or special meals.  Scan handwritten notes and index cards into a digital archive for easy and secure access to family recipes.  Document any special preparations or …

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The Softest Yet Most Delicious Foods for the Elderly

It’s common for seniors to lose their teeth. And as a result, they need to adjust their diets and turn to soft foods. But that shouldn’t mean that they can no longer enjoy tasty and nutritious meals. A balanced diet becomes particularly important as we reach old age. Many seniors experience loss of appetite, causing …

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Baking for Joy: Why You Should Explore this Activity

Bakers will find any reason to turn on their ovens. They make up a cake for a birthday celebration, a batch of cookies for a holiday, and a pan of brownies since chocolate is a universal favorite. The truth is, baking involves more than just making something delicious to consume. Baking has a variety of …

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Playing with Food: Your Children Can Learn in the Kitchen

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child recognizes the right of children to play. While this is a recreational activity that children enjoy, it is also how they learn at every stage in life, from the moment a baby fiddles with her own fingers and toes to the time a toddler tries …

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