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Choucroute Garnie is a flavorful meal of sauerkraut, meat and potatoes with a touch of northern France. Photo by Sue Doeden

Choucroute Garnie: It's a real mouthful

The heady aroma of simmering sauerkraut is not what typically arouses me from my morning slumber.

food Wed, Feb 17, 2010 - 12:00am

A few tablespoons of balsamic vinegar brighten the flavor of honey-roasted pears to create an impressive first course or an elegant dessert. Photo by Sue Doeden

Flavor of honey-roasted pears brightened by balsamic vinegar

During my last trip to the Twin Cities, I had the opportunity to visit one of the new specialty stores that sells olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Vinaigrette, near 50th...

food Wed, Feb 10, 2010 - 12:00am

Creamy almond filling inside these chocolate crepes creates a delightful dessert that's just right for Valentine's Day. Photo by Sue Doeden

A dessert that's filled with love power

I've been eating thin, lacy pancakes the size of a dinner plate since I was a toddler. Although some would call them French crepes, in our house, they were Hungarian...

food Wed, Feb 03, 2010 - 12:00am

You won't miss a single play when you make this simple Artichoke and Green Chile Slather with Garlic Crostini. Photo by Sue Doeden

Score big at the party: Make Artichoke and Green Chile Slather with Garlic Crostini

Who doesn't love a good dip to slather on crackers or down with some chips? And if it's a dip that can be ready in about 10 minutes from start...

food Wed, Jan 27, 2010 - 12:00am

Not-So-Traditional Pasties have a gravy-rich filling of meat and root vegetables. They create perfect portable meals in a pocket. Photo by Sue Doeden

Pasties: Fill your pockets with flavor

The sign read "Pasties For Sale." It was 1988 and I was in Ely, Minn. My husband was a sports writer at that time and we were there for the...

food Mon, Jan 18, 2010 - 12:00am

The name of this highly seasoned Indian soup means "pepper water." It is full of healthful ingredients with a minimum of fat and calories. Photo by Sue Doeden

Seal the deal with hearty red lentil soup

You may think you have distaste for lentils. That can happen. But maybe you haven't had lentils when they are cooked to perfect tenderness and mixed with other flavorful ingredients...

entertainment / food Wed, Jan 13, 2010 - 12:00am

Nutritious and low-calorie grapefruit is a tasty addition to Winter Citrus Salad. Sweet and Spicy Pecans add great toasted crunch with a little bit of a kick. Photo by Sue Doeden

Nutritious citrus: Winter salad satisfies

The sweet aroma of grapefruit greeted me early this morning as I wandered into my dark kitchen to make coffee. Their fragrance triggers memories of holidays past. As a child,...

food Wed, Jan 06, 2010 - 12:00am

Poached Chicken with Three-Pepper Salsa is a flavorful, nearly fat-free recipe that can help break the high-fat habit. Photo by Sue Doeden

A poach approach to healthful eating

I've developed a new habit in the last several weeks. It's called the high-fat habit. And I'm ready to kick that habit. (I'll start working on it next Monday.) Boneless...

food Wed, Dec 30, 2009 - 12:00am

The topping on Cranberry Brie Bites looks like red rubies on a soft and melted pillow of earthy Brie cheese. Photo by Sue Doeden

Stop over for a bite ... of dazzling holiday appetizers

Right around this time every year, I realize I've spent enough time baking holiday cookies. I'm ready to put my feet up and just nibble on all the sweet treats...

food Wed, Dec 23, 2009 - 12:00am

Clementine Granita can shake up a brunch or be the perfect ending to a heavy holiday meal. Photo by Sue Doeden

Oh, my darlin' clementine

I caught a glimpse of myself in my rearview mirror the other morning and saw that I was laughing. It wasn't brought on by something I heard on the radio...

food Wed, Dec 16, 2009 - 12:00am

Ham Strudel is a great way to use some of that holiday ham or to make a meal of deli ham when it is at a special price. Photo by Sue Doeden

Ham strudel made with phyllo dough

A few weeks ago, on one of those sunshiny Saturdays in November, my husband and I decided to take a day trip. Early that morning we got in the car...

food Wed, Dec 09, 2009 - 12:00am

Holiday Spinach Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette emphasizes the colors of the season. Photo by Sue Doeden

Holiday Spinach Salad showcases colors of the season

Every year at this time, I would sit with my dad at the kitchen table. He'd pull out his pocket knife and score the thick ruby skin of the fruit...

food Wed, Dec 02, 2009 - 12:00am

Christmas Ginger Snaps can be cut out into a variety of holiday shapes. They also can be stored in the freezer for weeks, even months. Photo by Sue Doeden

It's a snap to make these holiday cookies

In Denmark, they're called Brune kager. In Finland, their name is Piparkakut, and in Norway, Pepperkaker or Brune kaker. When I'm with my Swedish friends, they are definitely Pepparkakor. But,...

food Wed, Nov 25, 2009 - 12:00am

Layered Autumn Vegetable Crisp is an option for Thanksgiving dinner, but it's also a side dish that can be prepared and served right through the winter. Photo by Sue Doeden

Layers of flavors: Why not try something new with layered vegetable dish?

It doesn't seem so long ago when my adult sons were young boys. As if it were yesterday, I can see them sitting at the dinner table. And as clear...

food Wed, Nov 18, 2009 - 12:00am

The filling for Pumpkin Cheesecake Tart is smooth and creamy with a hint of pumpkin pie spices. The topping has chunks of pecans sweetened with honey and maple syrup. Photo by Sue Doeden

Looking for an alternative to pumpkin pie? Try this tasty tart

It happens every year in November. It never fails. It's already happened this year. I was visiting with friends about plans for Thanksgiving. The discussion included where we will be,...

food Wed, Nov 11, 2009 - 12:00am

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