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Global Cuisine on Ocean County Tables
Global Cuisine on Ocean County Tables
Global Cuisine on Ocean County Tables
Do you Italian-Americans simmer a big pot of "gravy" on Sundays? What about those of you with a German or Mexican background? What recipes from your grandparents do you still like to make? And let’s hear from those with origins in the rest of Europe, as well as Asia, and the Middle East? Whatever your background, are you still serving dishes that were inspired by those places?
Helping Others This Thanksgiving Holiday in Ocean County
Helping Others This Thanksgiving Holiday in Ocean County
Helping Others This Thanksgiving Holiday in Ocean County
Working in partnership with the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, the Culinary Arts programs received all of the supplies and ingredients for the traditional Thanksgiving menu - roast turkey with gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, and green bean casserole. Add...
Everyone Has Their Favorite Way To Prepare The Turkey:  What’s Yours?
Everyone Has Their Favorite Way To Prepare The Turkey: What’s Yours?
Everyone Has Their Favorite Way To Prepare The Turkey: What’s Yours?
I don't think there's really a "BEST" way to prepare a turkey. Holiday dinners are subjective and probably have a lot to do with traditions and recipes and techniques that have been handed down from previous generations. So just for fun, let's hear from those of you who will be roasting turkey Thursday. What method will you be using? Covered roasting pan? Uncovered pan? Plastic bag? Will you brine? Will you baste? Will you use a turkey fryer?
Are You Making Gifts Instead of Buying Them?
Are You Making Gifts Instead of Buying Them?
Are You Making Gifts Instead of Buying Them?
It's so nice when people share their talents with one another. I have friends who this week are busy baking biscotti and cookies that they will give as holiday gifts. Another friend is working on a quilt that she'll give her sweetheart for Christmas. These are all lovely expressions of creativity and caring. And, frankly, they're a nice change from store-bought gifts. Plus, there's no risk of getting a duplicate and having to return one of them. Hats off to those of you who share your crafty, culinary or other creative talents at this time of year! Do you have a special skill that you like to share with friends and family? Cooking? Sewing? Knitting? Painting? Decorating? Please share in the Comments section.

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