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  • Wednesday, February 22 2012 11:42 AM EST2012-02-22 16:42:31 GMT
    It's National Margarita Day, and it's time to celebrate with some of the best margaritas in town.
    It's National Margarita Day, and it's time to celebrate with some of the best margaritas in town.

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 7:08 PM EST2012-02-17 00:08:32 GMT
    I usually serve this as an appetizer, but it would be great served as a first course or a light lunch with baby greens. Either way it is sure to become a favorite. Enjoy!
    This recipe for mushroom tarts is an old favorite of mine; it can be prepped and frozen for up to one month then thawed and baked. You can make this as a large tart or mini tarts. I usually serve this as an appetizer, but it would be great served as a first course or a light lunch with baby greens. Either way it is sure to become a favorite. Enjoy!

  • Thursday, February 16 2012 4:49 PM EST2012-02-16 21:49:45 GMT
    Sam the Cooking Guy is hosting a live cooking show Saturday, February 18, benefiting the Salvation Army.
    Sam the Cooking Guy is hosting a live cooking show Saturday, February 18, benefiting the Salvation Army.

  • Recipe from Italian Cooking & Living Magazine

  • Cabbage can be tangy and fermented in kimchi and sauerkraut, crunchy and bright in coleslaw, dressed up with cream in a gratin, or deliciously soft as an edible wrapper.

  • Wednesday, February 15 2012 3:51 PM EST2012-02-15 20:51:20 GMT
    The Taste of San Diego Craft Brews brings together great beer and incredible food.
    The Taste of San Diego Craft Brews brings together great beer and incredible food.

  • Thursday, February 9 2012 7:06 PM EST2012-02-10 00:06:04 GMT
    What is Valentine's Day without chocolate? This cake is light and delicious without all the calories of regular chocolate cake, and is great with fresh berries and vanilla yogurt. Enjoy!
    What is Valentine's Day without chocolate? This cake is light and delicious without all the calories of regular chocolate cake, and is great with fresh berries and vanilla yogurt. Enjoy!

  • Ingredients: 3 cups each raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries (any combination is great!) 2 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Baker's), chopped 2 tablespoons plus

  • Each bite of this classic German dessert is a creamy, boozy, sweet-tart joy.

  • Whether you are making them for your family, children or a special someone, a homemade cupcake for Valentine's Day is a whole lot of love.

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 9:45 PM EST2012-02-09 02:45:47 GMT
    We all expect our favorite restaurant dishes to be made a certain way every time we dine out. But is it possible -- and simple -- to make those meals up to the same standards in your own kitchen?
    We all expect our favorite restaurant dishes to be made a certain way every time we dine out. But is it possible -- and simple -- to make those meals up to the same standards in your own kitchen?

  • Wednesday, February 8 2012 9:33 PM EST2012-02-09 02:33:28 GMT
    In a nondescript Mira Mesa kitchen, award-winning artisan David Bacco crafts his new creations.
    In a nondescript Mira Mesa kitchen, award-winning artisan David Bacco crafts his new creations.

  • Tuesday, February 7 2012 10:20 PM EST2012-02-08 03:20:30 GMT
    Some flavors just go together, like chocolate and peanut butter. But milkshakes and bacon? One thing is for sure, this new spin on bacon is serving up a lot of buzz.
    Some flavors just go together, like chocolate and peanut butter. But milkshakes and bacon? One thing is for sure, this new spin on bacon is serving up a lot of buzz.

  • Go beyond the champagne, red wine or chardonnay and try something new and alluring for Valentine's Day. When planning a Valentine's Day romantic dinner or a fun evening for singles, cocktails can be fun to create and serve as a great conversation piece.

  • No matter what your experience or skill level, just about anyone can enjoy creating an original, one-of-a-kind gingerbread house.

  • Here's a simple twist on a classic feast that will take the rush out of Thanksgiving: Each of these dishes can be prepared advanced and kept refrigerated until needed.

  • Thursday, February 2 2012 7:29 PM EST2012-02-03 00:29:03 GMT
    This is a great recipe for potlucks in particular Super Bowl potlucks and if you like Buffalo wings then you might want to give this shredded Buffalo chicken sandwich a try.
    This is a great recipe for potlucks in particular Super Bowl potlucks and if you like Buffalo wings then you might want to give this shredded Buffalo chicken sandwich a try.

  • Thursday, February 2 2012 4:56 PM EST2012-02-02 21:56:05 GMT
    The Super Bowl is just a few days away and if you're throwing a party, here are a few ways to make it the ultimate Super Bowl party.
    The Super Bowl is just a few days away and if you're throwing a party, here are a few ways to make it the ultimate Super Bowl party.

  • However you slice it, the blood orange is sure to become the highlight of your winter fruit bowl.

  • When we need comfort, we make meat loaf. So universally gratifying, it's a global food with countless variations.

  • These six cheap and nutritious foods are a perfect way to deal with rising grocery prices while staying healthy.

  • Friday, January 27 2012 9:08 PM EST2012-01-28 02:08:14 GMT
    When John Bragamonte and Brad Thomas aren't busy preparing their award-winning barbeque, they're polishing up the hardware they earned the hard way -- on the road.
    When John Bragamonte and Brad Thomas aren't busy preparing their award-winning barbeque, they're polishing up the hardware they earned the hard way -- on the road.

  • Thursday, January 26 2012 10:50 PM EST2012-01-27 03:50:02 GMT
    In the morning hours, all is quiet in the 2600 block of University while inside the pint-sized kitchen with a propensity for pig, Hanis Cavin and his crew are busily preparing for the daily noontime onslaught.
    In the morning hours, all is quiet in the 2600 block of University while inside the pint-sized kitchen with a propensity for pig, Hanis Cavin and his crew are busily preparing for the daily noontime onslaught.

  • Recipe from Elizabeth Miller of Kentucky

  • Super Bowl Sunday is a day of fun, football and of course, snacking. But why not splurge with alternatives that taste just as good, with less fat and calories?

  • Relying on older cookbooks can be problematic -- The world has changed, the seas have changed, and the kinds of fish that are abundant and available have certainly changed.

  • Thursday, January 19 2012 6:23 PM EST2012-01-19 23:23:52 GMT
    This cold weather is really making me crave some of my favorite comfort foods, and this one is an absolute jewel!
    This cold weather is really making me crave some of my favorite comfort foods, and this one is an absolute jewel!

  • Submitted by Tasha Hendrickson of Montana

  • Enjoy a savory warm meal this winter with a pot of delicious fondue!

  • Unlike intense, hop-heavy beers brewed with the dried flower, fresh-hop beer captures their delicate essence.

  • Step outside of your baked butternut and acorn comfort zone and say hello to winter's best bounty.

  • Dining at home has many advantages, from saving money to affording family members more time together. But it's easy for those at-home meals to become routine and boring - unless you take some simple steps to make dinner time a special time for everyone.

  • Tuesday, January 17 2012 6:23 PM EST2012-01-17 23:23:40 GMT
    Paula Deen, the Southern belle of butter and heavy cream, is making no apologies for waiting three years to disclose she has diabetes.
    Paula Deen, the Southern belle of butter and heavy cream, is making no apologies for waiting three years to disclose she has diabetes while continuing to dish up deep-fried cheesecake and other high-calorie, high-fat recipes on TV.

  • With 15,000 different products in an average supermarket, retailers are lumbered with endless pounds of past-their-prime items every year. So what comes of all of this food?

  • Friday, January 13 2012 3:58 PM EST2012-01-13 20:58:28 GMT
    I know it's a bit early but I thought I would start posting some recipes for summer. One of my husband's favorites is pulled pork.
    I know it's a bit early but I thought I would start posting some recipes for summer. One of my husband's favorites is pulled pork.

  • Your family will love the home-style flavor of Hearty Beef Stew. For a quick start, trim the meat and cut the veggies into pieces the night before, then refrigerate until you're ready to start cooking.

  • Thursday, January 12 2012 3:09 PM EST2012-01-12 20:09:55 GMT
    At the north end of Main in Ramona, you'll find an empty restaurant, a broken dream and some of the best burgers in the county.
    At the north end of Main in Ramona, you'll find an empty restaurant, a broken dream and some of the best burgers in the county.

  • Onions are the most versatile and inspiring vegetable in our kitchens.

  • Friday, January 6 2012 12:55 PM EST2012-01-06 17:55:15 GMT
    When does a burrito become a banquet? When it's in the hands of the free spirits who run Freebirds.
    When does a burrito become a banquet? When it's in the hands of the free spirits who run Freebirds.

  • Thursday, January 5 2012 8:16 PM EST2012-01-06 01:16:14 GMT
    Okay, the holidays are over and I am feeling the need for something lighter. So I though a light, refreshing fruit salad would be great as a side dish or healthy dessert.
    Okay, the holidays are over and I am feeling the need for something lighter. So I though a light, refreshing fruit salad would be great as a side dish or healthy dessert.

  • Recipe from Heather Bauer, a Registered Dietician (RD) specializing in the interrelation between eating habits, metabolism, and lifestyle.

  • Packed full of antioxidants and fiber, kale is a staple of the autumn and winter kitchen.

  • Thursday, December 29 2011 7:19 PM EST2011-12-30 00:19:00 GMT
    New Year's Eve is sort of the grand finale for the holiday season, and I can't think of a more fitting meal to serve on the last day of the year than cioppino.This is one of my husband's favorite meals.
    New Year's Eve is sort of the grand finale for the holiday season, and I can't think of a more fitting meal to serve on the last day of the year than cioppino.This is one of my husband's favorite meals.

  • Groceries can be very expensive, but there are some easy ways, like coupons and purchasing in bulk, you can get a lot for very little.

  • Friday, December 23 2011 1:11 PM EST2011-12-23 18:11:02 GMT
    This is a quick recipe for cinnamon rolls, perfect for brunch or after dinner. They are small, but very satisfying. Enjoy!
    This is a quick recipe for cinnamon rolls, perfect for brunch or after dinner. They are small, but very satisfying. Enjoy!

  • Use this crust for all of your pies! It's easy and always comes out great!

  • Recipe from Pamela Nesbitt of Camden, S.C.

  • Where Swedes have ventured, the meatball has followed.

  • At an Iowa bakery, it's Christmas every day with these Dutch treats.

  • Serves 8-10 Ingredients: 2 qts lemon-lime soda 2 pints lime sherbet 1 qt ginger ale 1 large can lemonade Directions: Combine 1 qt soda, ginger ale and lemonade. Add sherbet and stir until melted.

  • Ingredients: 2 qt apple cider or juice 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 oranges, washed 10 whole cloves 6 cinnamon sticks 1 tsp. nutmeg Directions: Put cider in large saucepan. Add spices and sugar

  • The holidays are not complete with Eggnog. So, rather than only listing one eggnog recipe we thought we would provide you a few options depending on your taste.

  • Thursday, December 8 2011 8:12 PM EST2011-12-09 01:12:13 GMT
    This is the perfect weather for hot cocoa or hot spiced cider, and what goes better with either than gingerbread?
    This is the perfect weather for hot cocoa or hot spiced cider, and what goes better with either than gingerbread?

  • Recipe from S. Price of Maryland

  • Wednesday, December 7 2011 5:46 PM EST2011-12-07 22:46:23 GMT
    Lobster can get pretty expensive, but most can agree that they are delicious.
    Lobster can get pretty expensive, but most can agree that they are delicious.

  • Monday, December 5 2011 6:40 PM EST2011-12-05 23:40:53 GMT
    Lights whirl, rides twirl. The beat is pumping, cars are bumping and feet keep jumping. It's just another day at John's Incredible Pizza, a cavernous indoor recreation center.
    Lights whirl, rides twirl. The beat is pumping, cars are bumping and feet keep jumping. It's just another day at John's Incredible Pizza, a cavernous indoor recreation center.

  • Thursday, December 1 2011 7:36 PM EST2011-12-02 00:36:44 GMT
    This is my take on what to do when you only have bits and pieces of ingredients for several different cookie recipes -- you make Oatmeal Super Cookies!!! I was very happy with the finished product. Enjoy!
    This is my take on what to do when you only have bits and pieces of ingredients for several different cookie recipes -- you make Oatmeal Super Cookies!!! I was very happy with the finished product. Enjoy!

  • A small lime delivers huge flavor to a growing number of chefs.

  • Recipe from Karla Baumhover Pengsagun

  • The carrot's refreshing crunch and subtle sweetness elevate it from the workhorse of vegetables to shining star.

  • Wednesday, November 30 2011 9:00 PM EST2011-12-01 02:00:10 GMT
    Somewhere right now on the streets of San Diego, Bill Kelley, his wife Debbie and daughter Jessica are out to teach an old dog new tricks.
    Somewhere right now on the streets of San Diego, Bill Kelley, his wife Debbie and daughter Jessica are out to teach an old dog new tricks.

  • Friday, November 18 2011 11:16 AM EST2011-11-18 16:16:13 GMT
    Next Thursday, you'll probably be recovering from a turkey hangover, but one of the best parts of Thanksgiving dinner is the leftovers.
    Next Thursday, you'll probably be recovering from a turkey hangover, but one of the best parts of Thanksgiving dinner is the leftovers.

  • Thursday, November 17 2011 6:04 PM EST2011-11-17 23:04:30 GMT
    Happy Thanksgiving!
    Happy Thanksgiving!

  • If modern borders had been in effect, which state would have hosted the first Thanksgiving in America?

  • Thursday, November 10 2011 7:58 PM EST2011-11-11 00:58:43 GMT
    This is a Thanksgiving staple in my home during the holidays that I have modified to save time by using the boxed, toasted bread instead of making my own.
    This is a Thanksgiving staple in my home during the holidays that I have modified to save time by using the boxed, toasted bread instead of making my own.

  • Recipe from Dole Food Company.

  • A delicious recipe for apple gingerbread muffins.

  • Food apps are now making it even easier for you to whip up some of the best dishes ever. Here's a roundup of the best food apps to ignite your inner Julia Child.

  • Tuesday, November 8 2011 12:51 PM EST2011-11-08 17:51:26 GMT
    It does not matter if you are a collector of fine wines or just enjoy a glass with dinner; you will find something at the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival.
    It does not matter if you are a collector of fine wines or just enjoy a glass with dinner; you will find something at the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival.

  • Monday, November 7 2011 9:06 PM EST2011-11-08 02:06:22 GMT
    When it comes to gourmet meals that are good to go, big tastes come from a small space.
    When it comes to gourmet meals that are good to go, big tastes come from a small space.

  • Thursday, November 3 2011 7:50 PM EDT2011-11-03 23:50:32 GMT
    This is one of my all time favorite comfort foods, just in time for fall. Enjoy!
    This is one of my all time favorite comfort foods, just in time for fall. Enjoy!

  • Absorbent almond flour provides structure while keeping the cakes moister and more tender than a traditional crab cake.

  • The process of fermentation is the secret behind some of the world's most delicious foods, from pickles to cheese to bread.

  • With more and more of summer's vegetables going into hibernation for the winter, now is the time to fall in love with fennel.

  • Thursday, October 20 2011 7:40 PM EDT2011-10-20 23:40:58 GMT
    This week's recipe is just in time for the holidays. If you like pumpkin pie, I hope you will embrace this pumpkin cheesecake recipe.
    This week's recipe is just in time for the holidays. If you like pumpkin pie, I hope you will embrace this pumpkin cheesecake recipe.

  • From Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar

  • Recipe from Norma Lester of Lakeland, Fla.

  • A cook ventures past the point of al dente.

  • Monday, October 17 2011 10:31 PM EDT2011-10-18 02:31:11 GMT
    El Cajon is welcoming a brand new addition in the hopes it will revitalize the downtown area. The El Cajon Brewing Company opened Monday, thanks to some help from the city.
    El Cajon is welcoming a brand new addition in the hopes it will revitalize the downtown area. The El Cajon Brewing Company opened Monday, thanks to some help from the city.

  • 1½ tablespoons minced fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper ¼ teaspoon cumin 1 (15-ounce) can black beans,

  • Recipe from Heather Bauer, a Registered Dietician (RD) specializing in the interrelation between eating habits, metabolism, and lifestyle.

  • Recipe from Heather Bauer, a Registered Dietician (RD) specializing in the interrelation between eating habits, metabolism, and lifestyle.

  • Recipe from Erica Laust of Iowa

  • This variation on a classic French pound cake uses olive oil instead of butter for a light, fresh flavor.

  • Wednesday, October 12 2011 7:13 PM EDT2011-10-12 23:13:16 GMT
    Red Robin is hosting a nationwide contest, challenging their employees to build, what they call, the ultimate "smiling burger."
    Red Robin is hosting a nationwide contest, challenging their employees to build, what they call, the ultimate "smiling burger."

  • Wednesday, October 12 2011 4:29 PM EDT2011-10-12 20:29:29 GMT
    Shrimp and grits are a great as a side dish, appetizer or the main attraction.
    Shrimp and grits are a great as a side dish, appetizer or the main attraction.

  • Thursday, October 6 2011 8:09 PM EDT2011-10-07 00:09:16 GMT
    Now that fall is officially here I can make one of my favorite recipes: iced pumpkin scones.
    Now that fall is officially here I can make one of my favorite recipes: iced pumpkin scones.

  • The potato's creamy texture and mild earthy flavor makes it the perfect base for comfort food dishes.

  • Recipe from Flemings Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar in Madison, Wis.

  • The rich, velvety color of this cocktail is reminiscent of fall foliage, while its warming base of brandy and maple wards off autumn's chill.

  • Tuesday, October 4 2011 9:12 PM EDT2011-10-05 01:12:33 GMT
    Build a beefier rolled taco and the town will beat a path to your door. It's worked for Albert's Mexican Food in Lakeside.
    Build a beefier rolled taco and the town will beat a path to your door. It's worked for Albert's Mexican Food in Lakeside.

  • Monday, October 3 2011 7:27 PM EDT2011-10-03 23:27:20 GMT
    The Baja secretary of tourism, along with a highly acclaimed chef from Baja joined the News 8 Morning Show to discuss the Baja Culinary Festival and the Tijuana Art Festival.
    The Baja secretary of tourism, along with a highly acclaimed chef from Baja joined the News 8 Morning Show to discuss the Baja Culinary Festival and the Tijuana Art Festival that started Monday, October 3, 2011.

  • Thursday, September 29 2011 6:06 PM EDT2011-09-29 22:06:40 GMT
    This year, for me and my husband's joint birthday celebration, I opted not to make a cake.
    This year, for me and my husband's joint birthday celebration, I opted not to make a cake.

  • Recipe from Karen Newman of Buellton, Calif.

  • Thursday, September 22 2011 8:34 PM EDT2011-09-23 00:34:28 GMT
    This is one of my favorite banana bread recipes. The addition of dark chocolate chips makes this bread even better. Enjoy!
    This is one of my favorite banana bread recipes. The addition of dark chocolate chips makes this bread even better. Enjoy!

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