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Now We’re Cookin’

With the Wright County Fair behind us and the State Fair just in front of us, it is time to think “Blue Ribbon” recipes. Give them a try! They are all winners!   Mini Maple SPAM® Donuts   Servings: 6   1 C. all-purpose flour 3 T. packed brown sugar 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/8 tsp. salt 1/3 C. plus 1...
With gardens producing at full capacity, vacations in full swing, the state fair and back-to-school just around the corner, we are all trying to figure out where time has gone? Seems like the days go by faster and faster every year! This week, we will showcase recipes that can help you spend the...
This week we are featuring blueberries! Did you know: The blueberry muffin is the Minnesota state muffin. Native Americans call them “starberries.” There are five major types of blueberries in the US. Blueberries are self-pollinating. Blueberries only have 84 calories per cup. Blueberries are not...
This week we will look back at a few of Darlene’s last columns with us (7 years ago). Sounds like we were having a similar summer.  Darlene did write a few more after this.   We are thankful for all the years Darlene sent in her column. Many of her recipes are used as weekly rotations in many...
With summer vacation already a month in for school age kiddos, we are focusing on a different kind of recipe. These recipes are safe, kid-friendly and provide lots of fun ways for the kids to be creative this summer! Homemade Outdoor Paint for Kids    Perfect for sidewalk, driveway, or patio art...
Summer at the Farmers Market! Can it get any better than fresh produce and fruit grown locally? This week, we are exploring some recipes to help you make use of some of the fresh finds. Visit your local Farmers Market!   Blueberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake   Prep Time: 15 min. Cook Time: 1 hr....
Picnics, cookouts, campfires, ball games, lake time, golf, and all the things we look forward to in the middle of our long Minnesota winters! Ahhhhh.... Summer in MN! Dill Vegetable Dip   Prep: 5 min. Servings: 1-1/2 Cups   1 C. sour cream 1/2 C. mayonnaise 1 T. finely chopped onion 2 tsp. dried...
Happy Birthday America! Celebrating 250 years! Here are some great recipes for you to bring to your picnic, potluck or your staycation, that everyone is sure to enjoy! Have a spectacular, fun and safe 4th of July! Freedom French Toast   8 thick slices bread (brioche or challah) 8 oz. cream cheese...
This week we are expanding on Father’s Day recipes and grilling. Specifically, flat-top grills, such as a Blackstone®. This is an increasingly popular style of grill and has a large following. Some of the benefits of this type of grill: cooks for a large crowd, no flare-ups, efficient cleaning,...
Father’s Day is coming up, and in many homes, it’s a grilling holiday. Typically, the menu includes all of dad’s favorite foods, and those always seem to include the grill (and of course, dad doing the grilling)! Try a few new ideas and see if you can provide dad a new favorite!  AND... maybe give...

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