Columbus, OH

Eating fruits and vegetables every day is a great way to stay healthy – just make sure you wash them properly first. While most people are aware of the dangers raw meat and fish can pose to health, many consider fresh produce to be "safe". But each year, one in ten people gets ill by eating unsafe food – and approximately 46% of these cases of food-borne illness come from eating vegetables and fruit.

A Microbiologist Explains The Best Way to Wash Fruit And Vegetables

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The Foodie Fix

Ground Beef and Potatoes is a classic, hearty dish that brings together the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef with the comforting texture of tender potatoes. Get the Recipe Details: Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe.

Classic Ground Beef and Potatoes: Hearty and Flavorful

If you cook dinner every night, especially for a family or other group of people, meal prepping can be a valuable tactic for balancing that difficult nightly grind of preparing, cooking and serving food. While some foods are fine to prepare well in advance of eating, you might want to reconsider making large amounts of grains like rice or pasta -- both leftovers could raise the risk of illness.

Reconsider Eating That Leftover Rice if You Want to Avoid Food Poisoning

Insider

Gut experts agree that eating 30 different plants a week is great for our health — and a top chef has made it easy to hit that target.

A top chef shares 3 recipes that make eating 30 plants a week for gut health easy — endorsed by a nutrition scientist

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When it comes to lunch, everyone loves a dish that is quick to prepare yet bursting with flavor. That’s where the Mediterranean Chickpea Salad comes in—a delightful combination of fresh vegetables, hearty chickpeas, and a zesty dressing that brings everything together. Perfect for a quick midday meal or a packed lunch, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious. It’s the kind of meal that leaves you feeling satisfied without the heavy feeling that some lunches can bring.

Vibrant Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: Quick, Flavorful, and Nutritious

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

Devra Lee

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Horoscope of the Day, Friday, August 30th

Seattle, WA

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Maria Shimizu Christensen

So the big holiday weekend is here and the weather forecast is fantastic. If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to do, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are some big events that we look forward to all year, but if huge crowds aren’t your thing, there are smaller happenings all over the region.

Big Events and Other Things To Do for Labor Day Weekend

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Today, the stars are shining a bit dimmer on many of us. Dreams and goals may come with some difficulties. However, the heavens are providing a boost to three zodiac signs. Aries, Virgo, and Sagittarius, you three are feeling an edge. Your endeavors will experience extra support today. You blessed zodiacs, are going to experience a day when your dreams are easier to accomplish. Thanks to the cosmic energy that favors your unique strengths, you will find that your natural skills are enhanced. Whether it is through bold moves, meticulous planning, or an adventurous temperament, you are ready to see your aspirations start to become reality.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True | August 30, 2024

Woodinville, WA

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

E. Kent

Philly Meatloaf is a delightful fusion of two beloved comfort foods, combining the flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak with the heartiness of a traditional meatloaf to create a savory and satisfying dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This inventive twist on a timeless favorite brings together tender ground beef, savory onions, peppers, and gooey melted cheese for a meal that is both comforting and indulgent.

Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf: A Savory Fusion of Two Classic Comfort Foods

Slow-cooked short ribs are the epitome of comfort food, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that is rich in flavor and deeply satisfying. As they simmer gently over several hours, the meat becomes incredibly tender, absorbing the robust flavors of the accompanying herbs, spices, and vegetables. The slow cooking process allows the fat to render down, infusing the dish with a luxurious, velvety texture. Whether braised in a savory wine sauce or nestled in a rich broth, slow-cooked short ribs are a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary delight, perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.

Tasty Recipe for Slow Cooked Short Ribs

Plymouth, MA

Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

You’ve heard of jazz hands? Well, these bats have glow toes. When ultraviolet light shines onto the Mexican free-tailed bat’s extraordinarily hairy toes, they light up like a Christmas tree. That’s because the animals have bristly structures that are capable of UV-induced photoluminescence, researchers report August 8 in Mammalian Biology. The finding marks the first time photoluminescent structures have been reported in live bats, and places Mexican free-tailed bats on an ever-growing list of creatures that can absorb UV light and reemit it at a different wavelength.

In a first, these bats were found to have toes that glow

The thyme-scented hills of Liguria inspired this creamy grated zucchini pasta. Around this time last year, my partner and I visited Italy for the first time. We stayed in a small town in the Ligurian hills, in northern Italy, just inland from the Mediterranean Sea. Our rental home, like most Ligurian dwellings, was located on a hillside dotted with olive trees and lightly perfumed by abundant shrubs of thyme. We arrived exhausted and very hungry. Although we had stopped at a supermarket along the way, we lacked ingredients for the hearty meal we craved. What we did have was a pound of pasta, a few enormous zucchinis purchased from a local market, and a hunk of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.

A Homey Zucchini Pasta that Tastes Like Italy

Unless you're a seasoned cook, the idea of the five mother sauces may sound intimidating — if you've heard of them at all. You may know that they're a foundational part of classic French cuisine, which is enough to make them seem scary to an ordinary American home cook. Adding to the intimidation factor is the vaguely authoritarian tone of the name: why are they called the mother sauces, and who decided there should be exactly five? Furthermore, if there are five mother sauces, doesn't this imply the existence of a bunch of baby sauces?

Your Complete Guide To The Five Mother Sauces

Food & Wine

Here's how to cook like the legendary California chef.

8 Jeremiah Tower Recipes From Vegetable Ragout to Lamb Shanks

Cooking With Maryann

If you like fry bread, funnel cakes, or the like, you will love these beignets! They are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy goodness on the inside, and are great with a cup of coffee or as a stand - alone dessert. You can dress them up so many different ways too (more on that below). Here's what you'll need to make 1 1/2 dozen:

Big Fluffy Beignets - Copycat Cafe du Monde

This easy spinach cheese puff recipe by Delicious Meals is incredibly tasty and easy to prepare! It was so good, better than what I expected. The combination of cheese, garlic, and spinach and the light and flaky pastry are truly irresistible. Serve it as an appetizer to a party or gathering, and it will disappear in just a few seconds.

Easy Spinach Cheese Puffs

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced an adorable dog named Doris who is looking for her forever family. Described by the nonprofit animal rescue as "fun, fearless, and spunky" this year and seven-month-old French Bulldog might be the perfect addition for families looking to add a four-legged friend to their home.

Meet Doris: The Fun & Spunky Girl Looking For Love

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A fluffy, orange fungus could transform food waste into tasty dishes

Using microbes to transform foods through fermentation is the secret behind many of our favorite flavors, from cheeses to beer (SN: 9/19/17). But what if, instead...

A fluffy, orange fungus could transform food waste into tasty dishes

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