The last of our favorite Summer holidays is upon us — Labor Day! Although the season is starting to wind down, temperatures will be just warm enough for an outdoor party or picnic. Impress your guests with this fresh fruit and herb salad that captures the flavors of the waning Summer. Fresh Peach and […]
Instead of turning on the stove and heating up the whole kitchen to make tea, why not let nature do it for you with sun tea? Steeping tea bags in water warmed by the sun will make you a tasty jug of tea, but without using gas or electricity. To make, place 8 Foodtown […]
Cheese plates don’t have to be complicated! A little salty, a little sweet, and a couple of tasty extras is all you’ll need to impress your guests! The Cheese First, you’ll need to pick your cheeses. For a good variety, start with one hard, one soft, one aged, and one blue. Hard cheeses have […]
If you’re not from the south, it may not have occurred to you that you can cook with Coca-Cola. But the king of sodas has been used in southern cooking for years — particularly in marinades and sauces for beef and pork. Its sweet acidity can help to tenderize meat, making it an ideal addition […]
No need to pack everyone up and head to the theater to watch a movie this summer. Turn the backyard into your own theater under the stars instead! Setting up a backyard movie theater is easy. A white sheet hung between two trees or tacked up to the house makes a simple movie screen. And […]
Meal prep sounds like a great way to save time and eat healthy during your busy week. But who wants to waste a whole Sunday slaving away in the kitchen? Happily, meal prep doesn’t have to take all day with a little planning and patience. Keep it simple You don’t need to go on […]
1. Start with great ingredients: No matter how you cook it, your steak can only be as good as the source. Start with our own, Rancher’s Legend Premium Angus Beef, expertly aged and grass fed so it’s always tender and flavorful. Good marbling will result in a juicier steak. The ribeye and top loin both […]
The 4th of July is right around the corner! Time to celebrate with a good old American cookout. Start with the classics! Hot dogs and hamburgers are always winners. Pre-formed burger patties will cut down on prep time. And don’t forget the buns! You can also step up your protein game with pork ribs or […]
Keeping everyone safe at summer camp means being mindful of nut allergies, whether your kiddo has them or not! The best way you can help is to send your child off to camp with a nut-free lunch. Think outside the sandwich Avoiding nuts doesn’t mean you’re limited to sandwiches. Try a healthy snack […]
‘Tis the season to explore the great outdoors! Long summer days at the park or beach mean it’s time to break out the picnic basket for an al fresco lunch. Quick and Easy For a grab-and-go picnic, you can’t go wrong with simple sandwiches. A basic ham and cheddar on Foodtown rye is an […]