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Cinco de Mayo (May 5) is a day that commemorates the 1862 victory of a small Mexican militia over a much larger French army that was invading Mexico. This day has become a symbol of Mexican pride and... Full story

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Celebrate the season with Jingle Jam
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Sweet-and-sour crunchy coleslaw doesn't cost a lot to make, but it's healthy and satisfying. Use black sesame seeds and almonds for a gourmet version.
Save with cabbage
Sweet and sour combine in cheap, healthy and filling colesaw
Sweet-and-sour crunchy coleslaw is inexpensive, deliciously filling and nutritious. In tough economic times, fill 'em up with cabbage. The humble cruciferous vegetable is known to reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. Coleslaw is the perfect... Full story
Joel Contreras, who lives by the motto ‘La cocina es mi vida' (cooking is my life), displays one of his healthy dishes at Mamacita's Mexican Grill.
Chef of the Month
Joel Contreras works at Mamacita's Mexican Grill
After cooking at several different restaurants in Odessa-Midland, chef Joel Contreras is approaching his first anniversary in an Odessa venue all his own. Mamacita's Mexican Grill, 2720 Grandview Ave., pulls a heavy crowd for lunch and dinner,... Full story
A steak for every dad
Forget the tie and make him a hearty meal for Father’s Day
It's almost Father's Day ... the perfect time to show dad how much he is loved by serving his favorite steak. While all dads are different, your dad's personality may actually determine what steak he enjoys most. Whether he is a mild-mannered filet... Full story
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Add a little pop to your Fourth Inspired by the colors and crackles of July Fourth firecrackers, these miniature cakes are studded with flecks of color and go down with a bang thanks to a sprinkling of totally retro Pop Rocks candy. The Pop Rocks... Full story
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FoodTees say it with produceIf you've got something to say, why not say it with produce?And the witty folks at FoodTee are happy to help. Their recently launched line of whimsical shirts, aprons, yoga bags, totes and children's clothing offer simple... Full story
Try these meals designed for families on a budget. Clockwise from top left, are easy barbecue chicken with orange coleslaw, Southwestern salad with ground beef and corn muffins, Italian potato torta broccoli.
Battle the budget crunch
Meals that include dessert feed a family of four for under $10
The challenge: Come up with a healthy, delicious and easy-to-fix dinner for a family of four for $10 or less.The experts: Cynthia Fauser, nutrition specialist at the University of Missouri Extension; Carol Schlitt, extension educator for nutrition... Full story
Pineapple, fresh mint, green onion and jalapeno make a snappy salsa for grilled salmon. For home cooks we don't have a grill, the recipe works just as well on the broiler. Sockeye salmon is at its peak through September but any type can be used in t
Pineapple salsa punches up salmon
Try it on the grill with a seafood rub
With spring, comes delicious fresh wild salmon to fish cases. Sockeye is in season from mid-May to September, but any variety, wild or farmed, will work in this simple recipe with Mexican flavorings.The salmon can be grilled or broiled, depending on... Full story
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Make icy treats that popThese chilly summer treats are easy to make and offer a great excuse for picking up a set of inexpensive ice pop molds. For lighter versions, fat-free half-and-half can be substituted in either recipe.And don't be afraid to... Full story
Food columnist Pam Anderson's Asian Chicken Noodle Soup, made with fresh vegetables and ramen noodles, has less than 200 calories per serving.
Losing weight, eating great
Cookbook author dropped nearly 50 pounds on a six-meal-a-day plan, with no foods off-limits
One day might involve sampling 14 pot roasts, another day 15 renditions of garlic mashed potatoes or chocolate cake. And picture this: You can't stop at one bite of each, because retastes are needed to ferret out the perfect recipe. Best-selling... Full story
Serve these spicy fish cakes over a bed of sautéed spinach and topped with tartar sauce. Don't like fish? You can also make this dish with boneless skinless chicken breasts. Optional leftover mashed potatoes and different herbs can lead to more
Adding sole and soul to fish cakes
Pepper flakes and other herbs add spice to the fast meal
Unlike crab cakes, which taste best when you limit the cracker or bread filler, these fish cakes benefit from such additions to add texture. My fish cakes always include diced onion, green pepper and celery.Then I flavor the plump little cakes with... Full story
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