Recipes

Have you ever wondered who makes private label store brands? And did you wonder if these non-name brands were worth buying? For example, I never have a problem buying Kirkland brand products, which are the private label from Costco. I’ve discovered that Kirkland, the Costco store brand, makes better strawberry preserves than Smuckers. In addition, they make better semi-sweet chocolate chips than Hershey or Nestle do. And they sell these store brand chocolate chips in a five-pound bag. They last for months. After writing about dollar store hacks and food expiration dates, plus my Giant food taste test, I figured...

Your layering system can be the determining factor between a bad day and a good day outdoors, whether skiing, snowboarding, hiking, or hunting. We’ve done the research — and testing — to find the best women’s base layers of 2022-2023. Base layers are essential if you plan on recreating in any season that’s not summer. Whether you’re hitting the slopes, tackling a high alpine peak in cool weather, or just walking the dog on a frigid day, quality base layers can mean the difference between feeling hypothermic or comfortably navigating your day. Our advice is to get the best base...

A hiker fell 300 feet to his death on Saturday, December 10, while taking pictures on top of New Hampshire’s Mount Willard, the state’s fish and game office said.  According to officials, Joseph V. Eggleson, 59, was snapping photos near the edge of a cliff at about 10:30 A.M. when his wife heard him yell. She turned around just in time to see him tumbling down the face. Mountain Rescue Service members responded to the incident and were able to rappel down the cliff, reaching the fallen man at about 2:30 P.M. Eggleston was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials...

Spicy salmon bake cups are a perfect appetizer that can be served to family and friends. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most satisfying. Enjoy. These Spicy Salmon Bake Cups are so incredibly delicious and quick to make. The ham gets nice and crispy when baked, and the spicy cooked salmon is a perfect complement. John’s Italian side of the family has always enjoyed a seafood dinner on Christmas Eve in honor of the Feast of the Seven Fishes. I love continuing this tradition and searching for new seafood recipes we can try on Christmas Eve. Last week, my son...

This simple and easy Seafood Pasta is made the Classic Italian way. No cream, no milk, no butter, just the traditional Italian recipe. Perfect for family or even company for dinner. Dinner never tasted so good. I have said it once and I will say it again I could never live without pasta! Any andContinue Reading