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Peggy's Home Cooking Blog January 2008 Archive

By Peggy Trowbridge Filippone, About.com Guide to Home Cooking since 1997

Finger Foods Super Bowl Party Recipes

Wednesday January 30, 2008
On Super Bowl Sunday, fans around the world will be glued to the television watching the hottest football game of the year. Whether you're planning a Super Bowl Party or ... Read More

Poll: Lenten Food

Tuesday January 29, 2008
POLL: How do you observe Lent with regard to food? Click on one of the links to vote and you will then see the poll results. 1) Give up meat for ... Read More

Appetizer Recipes

Monday January 28, 2008
Need some last minute recipes for appetizers for a family gathering or party? Look no further! Whether you want the ever-popular Buffalo Chicken Wings, Dip Recipes, or something different like ... Read More

Cooking with Buttermilk - Buttermillk Recipes

Sunday January 27, 2008
Many folks labor under the misconception that buttermilk is a high-fat milk full of butter. This couldn't be farther from the truth. Learn how to make more than biscuits and ... Read More

Avocado Recipes

Friday January 25, 2008
Also known as the alligator pear, the avocado is in season in winter. Check out avocado history, health benefits and tips, plus tons of avocado recipes, including Avocado and Chicken ... Read More

Marinades Made Easy - Marinade Recipes

Wednesday January 23, 2008
Marinades can tenderize as well as enhance the flavors of foods. Learn the science behind the tenderizing process and take advantage of the many marinade recipes, including Beer and Ginger ... Read More

Thyme Recipes

Monday January 21, 2008
Readily available both dried and fresh, no kitchen should be without thyme. Thyme is one of the best known and most widely-used culinary herbs and works well in desserts as ... Read More

Saffron Recipes

Saturday January 19, 2008
The tiniest amount of saffron goes a long way. So in spite of it being the world's most expensive spice, it is still within the budget of the home cook. ... Read More

Balsamic Vinegar Recipes

Thursday January 17, 2008
Balsamic vinegar has become all the rage in America, thanks to creative chefs at upscale restaurants. Although the good stuff is expensive, there are alternatives for the home cook. A ... Read More

Graham Flour and Graham Cracker Recipes

Tuesday January 15, 2008
Most Americans fondly recall eating graham crackers with milk as a childhood snack. Graham crackers are made from graham flour, but what is graham flour? Learn about graham flour, and ... Read More

Cooking with Bourbon Whiskey

Sunday January 13, 2008
Whether you imbibe or not, you can still enjoy the rich flavor of bourbon in a variety of different dishes without getting tipsy. These bourbon whiskey recipes are sure to ... Read More

Honey Mustard Pork Loin Chops Recipe

Friday January 11, 2008
Boneless pork loin chops are accented with a delicious honey mustard pan gravy. Fast and easy to make. Some boneless pork loin chops can be a bit tough to the ... Read More

Soup for All Seasons

Wednesday January 9, 2008
Cold weather? Hot weather? Soups and stews can warm you or cool you off. To warm you up, try Baked Potato & Leek Soup with Cheddar & Bacon, Bouillabaisse (Seafood ... Read More

Maple Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Monday January 7, 2008
Twice-baked sweet potatoes are stuffed with the flavors of maple syrup, nutmeg, and walnuts. They are quickly cooked in the microwave and finished in the oven. Eat the skin along ... Read More

Mustard and Mustard Seeds Recipes

Saturday January 5, 2008
Most of us are used to standard yellow prepared mustard, but there are many wonderful varieties of seeds and prepared mustards to experiment with. Mustard is the second most-used spice ... Read More

Champagne Dill Carrots Recipe

Thursday January 3, 2008
This simple carrot side dish is fast and easy to make. There is something magical about the combination of carrots and dill. It is a great use for leftover champagne. ... Read More

Honey Lime Tuna Recipe

Tuesday January 1, 2008
Fresh tuna is marinated in a mixture of olive oil, sweet red wine, honey, lime, garlic, sweet onions, and dill. It is seared on the stove-top but can also be ... Read More

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