Undoubtedly, lots of you have heard the word we picked for this week’s Foodie Vocab Monday, and it’s associated with some pretty fancy and tasty cooking. Keep reading to see if you earn this week’s chef hat for guessing the meaning of this awesome word, and see some recipes that utilize emulsion! Read the rest of this entry »

On Hearty Dinner Thursday, we like to give you dinner ideas that are packed with flavor, so you can enjoy your almost-weekend. This Thursday’s recommendation definitely passes the tasty test, and it’s so easy to make, you’ll wonder why you don’t eat it more often! Keep reading for the how-to on Ravioli and Meat Sauce. Read the rest of this entry »

Pasta salad is a fun picnic and barbecue dish. Cook up some for a family dinner or prepare some for a party to really start celebrating the summer heat. Then submit your recipe to Recipe4Living’s pasta salad recipe contest, and possibly win a prize! For inspiration and tips on pasta salad recipes, see our top 10 list here.

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My salads always require dressing, but that’s not because they lack flavor. It’s just that my taste buds love the sweet, tangy flavor of balsamic vinaigrette. My dressing comes in a little bottle that I buy in my grocery. I’ve never tried making my own, and I’m really not sure why.

It would save me money, and it won’t take too much time. Maybe I’ve just been a little nervous of making my own dressing. Well now I don’t have to be intimidated. Keep reading for my step-by-step guide on how to make balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
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