Girl Scouts Tagalongs® Peanut Butter Patties and Dairy Queen Blizzards Make a Delicious Combination

Celebrating the second annual DQ® Girl Scout Appreciation Week
Monday, July 20 – Sunday, July 26

Girl Scout Appreciation Week is part of a two-month, licensed promotion with Dairy Queen that includes the introduction of the new Girl Scouts Tagalongs® Peanut Butter Patties Blizzard treat as the July Blizzard of the Month and the return of the Girl Scouts Thin Mint® Cookie Blizzard in August.

DQ® Girl Scout Appreciation Week reflects the Girl Scouts strategy to develop strategic alliances which allow girls to experience entrepreneurial business programs in local communities. During Girl Scout Appreciation Week, troops will have the opportunity to develop their entrepreneurial and leadership skills by participating in behind-the-scenes store tours, receiving tips from owner/operators about how to run a successful business, gaining insight into the product development process and enhancing their financial literacy skills while learning how a restaurant makes a profit.

“Girl Scout Appreciation Week is a great way to expose girls to business leaders in their own communities,” says Chief Executive Officer, Marilyn W. Midyette. “Girl Scouting is dedicated to developing courageous and confident girls who will be tomorrow’s leaders. This experience will allow our girls to see first-hand how continued community involvement can not only help them shape their futures, but also help make the world a better place.”

Community events such as these raise awareness for local Girl Scout troops. Troop membership is on the rise, but adult volunteers are needed to lead troops or share their talents through programming possibilities. For more information on this event, contact Marketing and Communications Manager, Melissa Brandon, at mbrandon@girlscoutsofgreateratlanta.org or (678) 420-2697
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Arby's Restaurants Celebrate the Official Sandwich of Summer: The New BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger

Free Sandwich This Thursday, July 9

To celebrate the arrival of its new BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger, the official sandwich of summer, Arby’s will offer it for free with purchase of any size drink, this Thursday, July 9. Just text BBQ to ARBYS (27297 on your key pad) to receive a coupon.

The latest addition to the Roastburger family of sandwiches, the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger features oven roasted, thinly sliced roast beef, topped with cheddar cheese, pepper bacon, crispy onions, tomato, pickle slices, and a finger-licking BBQ sauce on a specialty roll.

"The smoky, sweet taste of BBQ is synonymous with summer," said Steve Davis, chief marketing officer. "We’re excited to introduce our BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger, which captures this signature flavor.”

Free BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger sandwiches will be available on Thursday, July 9, with coupon and purchase of any size drink, at participating Arby’s locations nationwide. To obtain a coupon, simply text BBQ to ARBYS (27297 on your key pad). Standard text rates apply. This offer is limited to one per person, while supplies last.

And, for those who can’t make it to Arby’s on July 9, coupons may be obtained by texting through July 16 and redeemed through July 19, at participating restaurants.
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Swiss Premium Ready-to-Drink Iced Tea Makes a National Splash This Summer

Chill out this summer with a delicious and refreshing glass of Swiss Premium Tea. The ready-to-drink iced tea hits refrigerated sections of local grocery stores this month. Available in gallon and half-gallon jugs, as well as single-serve pints, Swiss Premium Tea comes in an array of flavors, including Regular and Diet with Lemon, Sweetened Tea/Southern Style and Green Tea with Ginseng and Honey.

Approximately 85 percent of tea consumed in the United States is iced and Swiss Premium Tea is the natural beverage choice for the entire family. It is a great alternative to sugary beverages because it does not contain high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors or preservatives. It provides tea drinkers with a natural source of antioxidants that may help increase the body’s protection against free radical damage and support good health.

“To date, Swiss Premium Tea has only been marketed in a number of select markets, yet it is ranked as the third top-selling brand in the country,” said Rick Zuroweste, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Dean Foods, owners of the Swiss Premium Tea brand. “Added to that, tea consumption has doubled nationally over the past decade. For these reasons, we see tremendous growth and refreshment opportunities by introducing the Swiss Premium Tea brand to a national audience.”
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Richard Blais One-Day Only Interactive Cooking Demonstration

Variety Playhous, Saturday, June 27
Tickets on Sale Now

Renowned chef and culinary designer Richard Blais is bringing the heat to Variety Playhouse on Saturday, June 27, 2009 for an interactive cooking demonstration that is sure to dazzle food lovers and aspiring chefs everywhere. Atlanta-based Chef Blais, creative director of FLIP Burger Boutique and a finalist on season four of BRAVO’s “Top Chef,” is known for his playful sense of humor and extreme cooking techniques.

During this atypical cooking demonstration, where audience participation is encouraged, Blais – with the help of his trusty cooking crew known as the “Trailblaisers” - will prepare a three-course meal and discuss molecular gastronomy and the future of dining.

Blais will also share his expertise on stage with all the gadgets and elements (including liquid nitrogen) that have helped him solidify his place as one of the most innovative and creative chefs today. Blais will also give insider tips and advice on how to use molecular gastronomy at home.

This high-energy cooking demonstration in a theater setting will feature a large projection screen so not a single step is missed. Several lucky audience members will be invited on stage to participate and sample the cuisine. There will be opportunities to ask questions throughout the demonstration. Visit http://www.variety-playhouse.com/ for more information.

WHAT: Richard Blais: Cooking Demonstration
WHEN: Saturday, June 27, 2009
TIME: 3 p.m.
WHERE: Variety Playhouse
1099 Euclid Ave
Atlanta, GA 30307

TICKETS: Tickets cost $25 and are available online at www.ticketmaster.com, www.variety-playhouse.com or at the Variety Playhouse Box Office.
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Please picky eaters with kid-friendly favorites

(ARA) - What’s the best way to get picky eaters to enjoy good-for-you foods? Get kids involved in preparing meals and snacks. Experts agree that when children lend a hand (or two) in meal preparation, they are much more likely to eat what they’re proud to have helped make.

One food that pleases even the pickiest of eaters is California Raisins. Raisins are a family-favorite snack and tasty addition to recipes that can help add to a child’s recommend fruit servings. Just 1/4 cup is a serving of fruit for adults and children older than 4 years, which make raisins a convenient and delicious way to add flavorful fruit to any recipe.

Start the day off right with a wholesome breakfast of whole grain pancakes with California Raisins and bananas topped with Cinnamon-Raisin Syrup. The batter for these No-Mess Banana Nut Pancakes is made in a zip-top bag and is easily mixed together by kids’ own hands, with the advantage of letting children have mess-free fun helping out in the kitchen.

Or, for a tasty treat the whole family will enjoy, bake up a batch of healthful Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies then have kids help squish low-fat ice cream between the cookies for a yummy ice cream sandwich. For even more fruit and fun, try rolling the edges of the ice cream sandwich in California Raisins.

For more delicious, kid-friendly and budget-wise recipe ideas, along with nutritional information, visit www.LoveYourRaisins.com.

No-Mess Banana Nut Pancakes with Cinnamon-Raisin Syrup
Cost per serving: $.96
Makes four to six servings

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: about 10 minutes total

Pancake Ingredients:
1 large ripe banana
2 cups whole grain pancake mix
1 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup California Raisins
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Cinnamon Raisin Topping Ingredients:
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup California Raisins
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions:
Place banana in a large resealable bag and squeeze well to mash. Add remaining pancake ingredients; seal and squeeze to mix well. Snip a small corner off the bag and squeeze batter onto a large hot griddle coated with nonstick cooking spray to make circles or squiggles. Cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned. For topping, combine ingredients in a small bowl; microwave on high for about 30 seconds or until warm.

Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Cost per sandwich: $.51
Makes 18 ice cream sandwiches

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 to 12 minutes

Ingredients:
1 cup flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 1/4 cups California Raisins, divided
2 to 3 tablespoons hot water
1/4 cup heart healthy vegetable spread, softened
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
3 cups old fashioned oats
1 1/2 quarts light vanilla ice cream or fat-free frozen yogurt

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

Measure flour, cinnamon, salt, soda, ginger and cloves into large mixing bowl. Mix well and set aside. Combine 3/4 cup raisins and hot water in food processor or blender. Process until smooth. Add spread, eggs and brown sugar and process until light. Turn into flour mixture and mix well. Stir in oats and remaining 1 1/2 cups raisins just until combined. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto baking sheets and flatten slightly. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely.

Spoon about 1/3 cup ice cream onto each of nine cookies and top with remaining cookies. Wrap individual sandwiches in plastic wrap and store in the freezer.

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Helping kids stay strong during the summer months

(ARA) - Summer meals may taste great, but many also lack some of the essential nutrients kids need, especially when it comes to building and maintaining strong bones.

With more than 90 percent of girls and 75 percent of boys ages 9 to 13 not getting the daily recommended 1,300 milligrams of calcium for their age group, according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, the need is greater than ever for parents to ensure their kids are developing strong bones for life. The good news is some simple, easy-to-take steps can make a big difference when it comes to building strong bones.

Providing kids with bone-healthy food options is one easy step parents can take. These foods include not only those rich in calcium, but also those that contain prebiotic fiber, a non-digestible soluble fiber that can help significantly boost calcium absorption. One popular prebiotic fiber available in a variety of food products is NutraFlora. Parents can easily spot foods fortified with NutraFlora, by looking for the NutraFlora green leaf logo.

“One way parents can help ensure kids get and absorb the calcium they need is to make recipes that incorporate calcium-rich and prebiotic-fortified ingredients,” says Dr. Coni Francis, a registered dietitian with GTC Nutrition. “This can be particularly important during the summer when kids are not getting balanced breakfasts and lunches at school.”

One great option for summer breakfasts and snacks is a quick and easy yogurt parfait, which includes calcium-rich yogurt, as well as cereal fortified with prebiotic fiber. This bone-healthy recipe is even easy enough for kids to make themselves.

Yummy Yogurt Parfait

Recipe developed by GTC Nutrition.

Ingredients:

6 ounce package peach Horizon Organic Yogurt
Snack-size can diced peaches in fruit juice
1 teaspoon wheat germ
1/4 cup Barbara’s Bakery Organic Wild Puffs cereal

Preparation:

Drain peaches. Layer a parfait glass or other glass with yogurt, peaches, wheat germ and cereal. Use cereal for top layer of parfait (fresh fruit can be substituted).

In addition to consuming and absorbing adequate amounts of calcium, kids need regular exercise to ensure a lifetime of strong bones. Similar to muscles, bones become stronger through regular activity, and the warm summer months are a great time for kids to increase their activity levels.

To learn more about building and maintaining healthy bones visit www.nutraflora.com or www.nof.org.

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A Delicious Quick-Fix Cobbler

(NAPSI)-Even better than serving up delicious food, many cooks contend, is finding an easy way to prepare it.

For example, here's a recipe for One-Bowl Peach and Blueberry Cobbler that could be the easiest cobbler you'll ever make. Simply throw all the ingredients in an oven-safe dish and top with any fruit you have on hand. The result is warm fruit comfortably nestled in soft pillows of dough. Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

One-Bowl Peach and Blueberry Cobbler

Prep time: 5 minutes; hands-off cooking time: 30 minutes; serves 4.

¼ cup butter, melted

1 cup buttermilk pancake mix

½ cup sugar

½ cup milk

3 cups sliced peaches (fresh, frozen or canned, such as jarred peaches in light syrup

½ cup blueberries, fresh or frozen

¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 375ºF.

2. Select an 8 x 8-inch square ovenproof dish or a glass 9-inch pie plate for the cobbler. (If you're feeding a crowd, double the recipe and use a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.) Melt butter right in the baking dish and use it as a mixing bowl.

3. Add pancake mix, sugar and milk to melted butter. Stir with a fork until just combined. Batter will be lumpy--do not overmix.

4. Scatter peaches and blueberries evenly over batter. Lightly sprinkle cinnamon evenly on top.

5. Bake for 30 minutes or until light golden brown.

You can use apples, pears, plums or mixed berries. Frozen or canned fruit works just as well as fresh fruit in this recipe, which can be found in the book "Cooking With All Things Trader Joe's" by Deana Gunn and Wona Miniati. The cookbook features easy recipes that use everyday, budget-friendly ingredients and time-saving shortcuts.

Learn More

For more tips and recipes, visit www.cookingwithtraderjoes.com.

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Tasty summer dishes sizzle with sweet Vidalia onions

(ARA) - Maybe it was helping your grandma with her favorite summer recipe or shopping with your mom at the market when the first shipment of the season arrived. No matter the memory, Vidalia onions are as versatile and delicious today as they were back then.

Vidalia onions are the original sweet onion. They are only grown in a small region in southeast Georgia and are only available in the spring and summer. Forget about the strong flavor of red and white onions that often leave odors in the kitchen for days. The sweet, mild taste of Vidalia onions makes them a great addition to any summer recipe.

"Vidalias have always been one of my favorite additions to warm-weather recipes," says "Top Chef" season five contestant Spike Mendelsohn. "Then, when my sister married a Vidalia native, I got to go down for their engagement party and see first-hand how much care the farmers put into their crop."

"When my family and I were thinking of what type of restaurant to open, we kept coming back to our favorite meals. Burgers, shakes, fries and Vidalia onion rings! What's better?" says Mendelsohn, who is executive chef and owner of Good Stuff Eatery in Washington, D.C. He shares a favorite family Vidalia recipe from his brother-in-law:

Cliff's Homegrown Vidalia Onion Petals

Ingredients for the onion petals:
4 Vidalia onions, cut into quarters
4 cups batter (recipe follows)
Canola oil for deep-frying
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Ingredients for the onion petal batter:
(This can be made one day in advance.)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch black pepper
Pinch ground cayenne
1 cup beer
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, beaten

Directions:
To prepare the onion petal batter, sift 2 cups flour, salt, paprika, brown sugar, Old Bay seasoning, cumin, black pepper and cayenne into a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix together the beer, buttermilk and egg. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients, and whisk to prevent lumps. Refrigerate until needed. Line a metal tray with paper towels.

Heat about 3 inches oil in a large skillet until it reaches 350 F on a candy thermometer. To prepare the onion petals, toss the onions in a bowl with 1 cup flour, coating them well, and shake off the excess. Pour the batter into another bowl, and dip in the petals to coat well. Slowly add the petals one by one into the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet. Cook until golden brown and crispy. Using a slotted spoon, remove the petals, and drain them on the paper towels. Season the petals with salt and pepper while still hot. Serve immediately.

"I suggest serving these with a homemade basic mayonnaise or a horseradish mayonnaise for a bit of zip," says Mendelsohn. "These onions are also great in soups, salads, sandwiches, salsas, sauces -- the list goes on and on. Just be sure not to miss them as the growing season is short."

Share your own pleasant memory of cooking with Vidalia onions and your favorite family recipe with the famous sweet treat and you could win some cash. Enter the Vidalia Onion Committee's "Sweet Times with Vidalias Recipe Contest" from May 1 to Aug. 14. To enter, visit www.VidaliaOnion.org or join the fan page on www.facebook.com. Entries must be submitted online along with a memory or short story about cooking with Vidalia onions.

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Boost Your Energy With Peanuts And Peanut Butter

(NAPSI)-If you have been skipping your favorite peanut and peanut butter recipes, it's time to add them back into your diet.

A handful of peanuts or a two-tablespoon serving of peanut butter remains a delicious, convenient and inexpensive way to add nutrients like protein, vitamin E, niacin, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, folate and dietary fiber to your diet.

People still love a PB&J sandwich, peanut butter on apple slices or celery sticks, but, say the experts at the National Peanut Board, you can also use it to add flavor to any meal or snack. Whether you're on the go or powering up before or after a workout, this Fruity Peanut Butter Spread makes a great sandwich spread or a dip for fresh fruit that is sure to be a favorite of both kids and adults. To use as a dip, add extra orange juice until it's the right dipping consistency. The Blueberry Peanut Shake makes a refreshing snack:

Fruity Peanut Butter Spread

1 medium apple, quartered but not peeled

½ cup dried cherries or dried cranberries

1 cup peanut butter

¼ cup orange juice

½ teaspoon cinnamon

In a food processor, chop apple and cranberries. In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, orange juice and cinnamon. Stir apple/cranberry mixture into peanut butter mixture until combined. Cover and refrigerate.

Makes: 12 servings of two tablespoons each

Blueberry Peanut Shake

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries

⅓ cup creamy peanut butter

½ cup ice

2 cups frozen yogurt

1½ cups whole (or low-fat) milk

Place all ingredients into a blender. Blend at high speed for 1 minute. Pour in glass and serve.

Makes: three servings of 12 oz. each

For more recipes and nutritional information, go to www.nationalpeanutboard.org.

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Summer Family Fun with Blueberries

(ARA) – Summer brings warm weather, a break from school and endless hours spent outdoors with friends and family. Summer is also a time for good eating, with farmer’s markets and roadside stands brimming over with the fruits and berries of the season. Locally grown blueberries are available in most areas of the country and from all reports, this year’s supply is excellent.

Blueberries are the perfect grab ‘n’ go snack for active families, combining the best that nature has to offer: good nutrition and luscious flavor. A cup of blueberries has just 80 calories and is an excellent source of vitamin C, a good source of fiber and manganese, an essential mineral our bodies need every day. Blueberries also contain antioxidants that may contribute to good health. But there’s no need to clue the kids into the nutrition benefits of blueberries when they’re so much fun to eat.

A great summer family activity is blueberry picking at a local farm. Look for nearby pick-your-own farms or, if the drive is a bit longer, make a day trip out of it. Kids of all ages can get in on the action since blueberries grow on bushes within arm’s reach.

Once you get your berries home -- whether from the farm or the supermarket -- refrigerate in a covered container or the plastic packs they came in. A quick rinse just before using and they’re ready for action. They never need to be peeled, pitted, stemmed or chopped.

A breakfast featuring fresh blueberry pancakes is certain to be a hit. Use your favorite pancake recipe or a prepared batter and simply drop a few blueberries onto the pancakes as they cook in the pan, before flipping them over.

For a lazy summer afternoon refresher, make a tall pitcher of “Pink-and-Blueberry Lemonade.” The pink color of the lemonade happens completely naturally with the addition of a few blueberries to the fresh lemon juice and sugar. This lemonade treat can be even more fun with long spoons to pull out and eat the blueberries that float in the glass. If you don’t have fresh blueberries on hand, this special lemonade works just as well with frozen blueberries.

And throughout the year, you can surprise the kids with blueberry ice cubes to add to lemonade, apple juice or fruit punch. Just drop blueberries into an ice cube tray, cover with water or juice and freeze.

You can find more blueberry recipes and information, including a list of u-pick farms, at www.blueberrycouncil.org.

Pink and Blueberry Lemonade

1/3 cup sugar
1-1/4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, divided
1/2 cup lemon juice

In 1-quart glass measuring cup, combine sugar, 2 tablespoons of the blueberries and 1/2 cup water. Microwave on high until hot, about 1 minute; stir until sugar dissolves. Add lemon juice and enough water to make 1 quart; chill. Fill tall glasses with ice cubes, add chilled blueberry mixture and remaining berries, dividing equally. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Yield: 1 quart or 4 (8-ounce) servings

Per serving: 94 calories, 25 g carbohydrate, 0 g fat, 1 g fiber, 20 mg vitamin C

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P'cheen International Bistro & Pub Introduces New Spring Menu!

Serving Creative Dishes Featuring Fresh, Seasonal Ingredients

P’cheen International Bistro & Pub in the Old Fourth Ward will introduce its new spring menu and wine list on Tuesday, April 28, 2009. The new menu, created by Co-owner and Executive Chef Alex Friedman, celebrates fresh, seasonal flavors with an international flare and will feature a variety of new small plates and entrees in addition to the restaurant's staple upscale pub grub favorites.

New appetizers and small plates include: ceviche mixto with Thai basil, kaffir lime, and green chili; traditional spanakopita with roasted garlic infused extra virgin olive oil; house smoked trout dip with toasted pita; and grilled merguez sausage with saute of spring mushrooms and harissa vinaigrette. The new soup and salad selection features cream of asparagus soup; bibb lettuce salad with shaved fennel, papaya, gorgonzola, and a blood orange vinaigrette; and a marinated artichoke and green been salad with crispy prosciutto, manchego, and a saffron vinaigrette. Seasonal entrée choices include: bouillabaisse with shrimp, mussels, squid, cod in a saffron fennel broth with fresh tomato, toasted baguette, and rouille; Jamaican jerk baby back ribs with stewed green beans and ginger honey roasted parsnips; and a grilled double cut pork chop with garlic artichokes, truffled hash browns and a smoked bacon vinaigrette.

Staple menu items like the risotto du jour, chef’s curry trio, grilled angus and portabella hamburger, and the Guinness beer battered fish n’ chips will still be still available.

P'cheen's desserts are created by Chocolate Pink Executive Pastry Chef Christian Balbierer.

WHEN: Launching April 28, 2009

WHERE: P’cheen International Bistro & Pub
701-5 Highland Ave.
Atlanta, Georgia 30312
404-529-8800

HOURS: Monday – Friday: 5 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Saturday: 3 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Sunday: 3 p.m. – 12 a.m.

Kitchen closes at 10:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 10p.m. Sunday.

WEB SITE: Visit P'cheen online at www.pcheen.com.
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Palate-Pleasing Plates That Save Cents

(NAPSI)-Looking for meals that bank on flavor while saving cents? You can find a repertoire of recession-proof and nutritious recipes online at a new section of the Idaho Potato Commission's Web site called Watching Waistlines & Wallets: www.idahopotato.com/waistlines_wallets.

One of the key ingredients in each recipe is an Idaho® potato. An average 5.3-ounce spud has only 110 calories, contains zero fat and cholesterol and is packed with nutrients including 45 percent daily value of vitamin C, nearly twice as much potassium as a banana, fiber, protein, vitamin B6 and complex carbohydrates. At about 25 cents per potato, that's a lot of nutritional bang for your buck--and even better, your quarter.

Twice-Baked Idaho® Potatoes with Sausage & Cheese

Servings: 8

8 large Idaho® potatoes, scrubbed

2 teaspoons olive oil (optional, for a softer-skinned potato)

12 ounces ground turkey sausage

1 cup skim milk

1 stick (½ cup) margarine or butter

½ teaspoon salt (optional)

pinch white pepper (optional)

¼ cup chopped chives (optional)

1 8-ounce package reduced-fat, shredded cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 425° F. Pierce potatoes with a fork several times. Rub potato skins with olive oil if a softer potato skin is desired. Bake potatoes directly on the middle oven rack for 50-60 minutes or until they yield to gentle pressure. While the potatoes are baking, cook the turkey sausage. Drain the sausage, crumble it and set aside. While potatoes are still hot (use oven mitt to hold potato), cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the interior flesh of the potato into a medium-size bowl, leaving a shell about ¼-inch thick all around. Using a potato masher, mash the potato flesh. In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat milk until hot, but not boiling. Add milk to potato a little at a time, mashing it together each time. Mix in butter and mash all until smooth. Add salt, white pepper and chives, if desired, and mix together thoroughly. Stir in the shredded cheese and sausage. Turn oven to 400° F. Using a spoon, gently fill the potato shells with the potato mixture, mounding it up high. Place filled potatoes on a baking sheet, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired, and bake for 18-20 minutes or until hot.

Estimated Nutritional Analysis per Serving: 476 calories, 21 g fat, 48 g cholesterol, 738 g sodium, 18 g protein, 53 g carbohydrates

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Last Chance to Enter Million-Dollar Pillsbury Bake-Off® Contest

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The heat is on for home cooks to come up with a recipe idea that could be worth $1 million, as the April 20, 2009, entry deadline for the 44th Pillsbury Bake-Off® Contest is quickly approaching. One hundred finalists will earn a trip to Orlando, Fla., next year to vie for the million-dollar grand prize and the glory of winning America’s most prestigious cooking competition.

This contest marks 60 years of recognizing and rewarding home cooks’ creativity, a history that began when the first Pillsbury Bake-Off® Contest was held at the Waldorf=Astoria in New York City. Pillsbury will celebrate this 60th anniversary at the contest finals April 11-13, 2010, at the newest Waldorf=Astoria property—the Waldorf=Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek hotel in Florida.

Entrants must submit their original recipes at www.bakeoff.com or the Spanish language site www.quericavida.com for preliminary judging.

“The recipes that make it into the final 100 are dishes families across the country will love. They’re new ideas that look tempting and taste great,” said Kim Anderson, Pillsbury Bake-Off® Kitchens Manager. “Finding inspiration for a simple recipe idea can be as easy as experimenting with new flavors or watching your favorite cooking show on television.”

Whether the idea comes from leftovers in the fridge or the desire to try a new product, Anderson shares these tips from the Pillsbury Bake-Off® Kitchens for creating an original recipe:

* Create a contemporary version of a traditional recipe by streamlining preparation techniques or by substituting a convenience ingredient for several ingredients.
* For inspiration, browse your grocery store aisles or visit a new restaurant and order a dish you’ve never tried.
* Adapt a recipe for a different serving occasion, such as turning a main dish into an appetizer. Try adding a new flavor twist.
* Think about a recent vacation and take cues from the new foods and flavors you tried.
* Challenge yourself to whip up a new dish from foods that are already in your fridge and pantry.
* Once you have a good idea, ask yourself, “Does it look attractive? Will it appeal to the whole family? Would my friends ask me for this recipe?”
* As you test your recipe, ask yourself, “Does it taste good? Are the seasonings too spicy, too bland or just right? What can be done to make this taste even better? Does the texture complement the recipe?”
* Remind yourself what the judges are looking for: taste, appearance, creativity and consumer appeal, and ask, “Will my recipe stand out?”

How to Enter

Creative cooks must enter online at www.bakeoff.com (or at www.quericavida.com). Only entries submitted via the electronic entry form provided on these web sites will be accepted. All entries must be received by 11:59 a.m. (central daylight time) on April 20, 2009.

Cash and Prizes

Four recipe categories define the kinds of recipes consumers should submit for the Bake-Off® competition. These include Breakfast & Brunches, Entertaining Appetizers, Dinner Made Easy™ and Sweet Treats. One of the four category winners will win the $1 million grand prize and a GE Profile™ Induction Free-Standing Range, plus the winner chooses $7,000 in additional GE Profile™ kitchen appliances. Combined retail value of Grand Prize is approximately $1,010,300. The three remaining Recipe Category Winners will each receive $5,000 and a GE Profile™ Induction Free-Standing Range. Combined retail value of each Category Prize is approximately $8,300.

Three additional awards will be presented to winners chosen from any of the recipe categories who have not already won another prize. The most innovative recipe will receive the GE Imagination at Work Award and its winner receives a GE Profile™ Induction Free-Standing Range, plus the winner chooses $1,700 in additional GE Profile™ kitchen appliances. Retail value of the GE Imagination At Work Award is approximately $5,000. The Jif® Peanut Butter Award recognizes the finalist who has the best recipe using at least ¼ cup of Jif® Peanut Butter. The winner will receive $5,000. The Crisco is Cooking™ Award recognizes the finalist who has the best recipe using at least 1 tablespoon of Crisco® Cooking Oil. The winner will receive $5,000.

Eligible Products

Contest officials have created two lists of eligible products. Contestants must use two or more different eligible products in their recipes, with at least one ingredient from the primary list of products and a second from either the primary or secondary list.

The primary list features returning eligible products to the contest, including Pillsbury® Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls, Classic Pizza Crust, Cookie Dough and Ready to Bake Cookies, Grands!® and Golden Layers® Biscuits, Cinnamon Rolls, Breadsticks, Crusty French Loaf, and Pie Crusts; Pillsbury® Brownie Mixes and Pillsbury BEST® Flour. Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Recipe Creations™ flaky dough sheet and Thin Pizza Crust are new products on the primary list.

The secondary list features Green Giant® Frozen Vegetables, Jif® Peanut Butter, Smucker’s® Jams, Jellies, Preserves, Fruit Spreads and Ice Cream Toppings, Crisco® Cooking Oil, Eggland’s Best Eggs, LAND O LAKES® Stick Butter and Fisher® Nuts. Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk and Hershey®’s cocoa, baking chips or bits and baking chocolate are new eligible ingredients also on the secondary list.

Many of the eligible ingredients are familiar to home cooks and come in a variety of flavors, so people can choose their favorite ingredients from throughout the grocery store to use in their recipes. The official contest rules are available at www.bakeoff.com (or the Spanish language site www.quericavida.com) and list the specific eligible products and the amount of each that must be used in a recipe entry.

The upcoming 44th Pillsbury Bake-Off® Contest is sponsored by General Mills, General Electric, The J.M. Smucker Company, Eggland’s Best, Land O’Lakes, Inc., Fisher® Nuts and The Hershey Company.

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Flavorful, Budget-friendly Fun Foods

(ARA) – With the economy affecting your budget, your family is staying home for more meals. So it’s more important than ever to get the most for your dollar when shopping for healthy foods at the grocery store.

Besides eating healthy, you want to provide a variety of food choices to keep mealtimes interesting and flavorful. Here are three items you can add to your grocery list:

1. Kiwifruit.
During the months when finding American-grown fresh fruit is a chore, look for California-grown kiwifruit, typically available between mid-September and June. Buying fruit grown in America supports our domestic economy and is better for the environment since shipping requires fewer resources. Plus, you know you're getting fresher fruit.

A Rutgers University study found that of the 27 most commonly consumed fruits, kiwifruit is the most nutrient-dense, containing vitamin C, potassium, folate, fiber and vitamin E, to name a few. Plus kiwifruit is very versatile. It can be eaten raw, sliced up on top of foods, blended into drinks and salsas or tossed into salads.

2. Rolled oats.
Yummy for both breakfast and in cookies, oats are full of fiber and complex carbohydrates. The grain has been linked to lowering bad cholesterol and reducing the chance of heart disease. Buying plain oats in bulk costs less per serving than buying most other cereals.

3. Wild Rice.
Wild rice not only is native to the U.S., but is also rich in protein and a good source of calcium and potassium. Plus, it's an energy food high in carbohydrates and fiber, helping to balance out your healthy meals. Wild rice can be served cold or hot and mixed with nuts, vegetables and all kinds of meat.

Saving money and eating healthy will benefit not only your family but your wallet. California Kiwifruit Commission has several recipes available for your family to try including Kiwi Mint Lemonade -- perfect for a warm afternoon on the porch, and Mediterranean Kiwifruit Couscous -- which compliments any lunch or dinner menu.

Kiwifruit Mint Lemonade
Serves 4

1 cup water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
3 California kiwifruit
2 to 3 lemons
Sparkling water

In a medium saucepan, heat water with sugar over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved. Simmer, uncovered, for five minutes. Remove from heat and stir in mint leaves. Let stand 20 minutes

Meanwhile, peel kiwifruit and cut into chunks. Puree in a food processor. Place puree in a pitcher. Strain cooled syrup into pitcher, pressing on mint, then discard leaves. Refrigerate until cold. Squeeze juice from 2 lemons. Stir into kiwifruit mixture. Taste, squeeze in juice from remaining lemon for a more tart lemonade.

Pour into glasses. Top with sparkling water. Serve garnished with a slice of kiwifruit.

Mediterranean Kiwifruit Couscous
Serves 4 to 6

3/4 cup water
1/2 cup couscous
salt
3 California kiwifruit
1 yellow or orange pepper
1 cup colorful cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, preferably spicy
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil

In a small saucepan, lightly salt water then bring to a boil. Add couscous, stir, cover and remove from heat. Let stand until water is absorbed, about five minutes. Meanwhile, peel kiwifruit and cut into bite-size chunks. Dice pepper and slice large cherry tomatoes in half. Pit olives if needed and thinly slice green onions. Place all in a medium bowl.

Whisk vinegar with oil, garlic, oregano and generous pinches salt and pepper. When couscous has cooled, gently stir with kiwifruit mixture. Toss with as much dressing as needed to just coat. Stir in feta and basil. Salad will keep well refrigerated for one to two days.

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Looking for an Irish Celebration Today?

“May the Irish hills caress you.
May her lakes and rivers bless you.
May the luck of the Irish enfold you.
May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you.”

It's St. Patrick's Day and the sounds of "Erin go Braugh" are heard throughout the land. If you've got a hankering for some true Irish fare today, look no further than Maguire's Family and Fun in downtown Senoia.

On tap today is a family treat for all the senses. Enjoy traditional Irish dishes and stay for the celebration. Owners Frank Maguire and Chris Fives have continued their grandmother's Irish heritage in celebrating the "wearing of the green" with entertainment all day and into the night.

From 4-5:45 pm today, a group of Peachtree City cloggers and dancers will perform in the main dining room.

At 6 pm, sit back, relax and enjoy Irish music with Blake Guthrie. The music will continue with a DJ late into the night.

Maguire reminds everyone to come early as they are anticipating about 2000 citizens of Fayette and Coweta counties to join the spirit of the Irish today.

Please remember to enjoy this holiday in a responsible manner.

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Cost, Nutrition And Convenience: Raising The Bar On "Value" Meals

(NAPSI)-A burger and fries for under $5? This is one type of value meal featured at fast-food drive-thrus. Sure, saving money makes us feel good about the foods we purchase, but value means much more than low cost.

If you're looking to get the most value from your meal, remember three things: cost, nutrition and convenience. These are key elements that, combined, create a valuable meal you can feel good about.

So how do you prepare a meal that is budget friendly, convenient and nutritious? The secret is knowing how to get the most out of your foods and your wallet without making your taste buds and bank account suffer. And it's easier than you may think.

Following are a few low-cost ways to get the most from your meal without cutting corners on taste and nutrition:

• Turn one nutritious meal into two. Transform leftovers into flavorful lunchtime delights. Wrapped in a flour tortilla, the remaining meats and veggies from a classic stir-fry make delicious fajitas or stuffed quesadillas. Sprinkle with cheese for added calcium or top with a few more greens, such as peppers or spinach, for an extra boost of essential nutrients.

• Eat fresh. Shop local. Check out your local farmers' markets for fresh produce. Farmers' markets provide a large selection of the freshest produce and generally have low prices because farmers are able to set their own prices-allowing you to get more for your money.

• Plan ahead. Prepare a variety of pasta noodles-macaroni, fettuccine, spaghetti and rigatoni-and store in plastic containers to be used later in the week. Showcase noodles in a pasta bar format with a variety of mix-ins, such as lean ground beef or turkey, tuna fish, chicken, asparagus or zucchini. Top these with marinara, melted cheese or a dash of Parmesan and you can have a delicious meal in less than 20 minutes.

• Power up with pumpkin. Keep an extra can of pure pumpkin in the pantry for a quick and easy way to boost nutrition. Pumpkin can be added to homemade chili, pasta sauce and even mashed potatoes. The added pumpkin in this Easy Pumpkin-Pasta Bake recipe provides an excellent source of vitamin A and fiber. And at 10 servings, this family-style dish can be prepared for under $1.40 per serving-perfect for a potluck or weeknight dinner.

EASY PUMPKIN-PASTA BAKE

(Makes 10 servings)

1 box (14.5 ounces) whole wheat penne or other short-cut pasta, prepared according to package directions

Nonstick cooking spray

1 pound (about 4 links) sweet or spicy lean Italian turkey sausage, casings removed

1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic

1 jar (24 to 26 ounces) marinara sauce

1 can (15 ounces) LIBBY'S® 100% Pure Pumpkin

½ cup water or dry red or white wine

4 tablespoons (0.75 ounce) shredded Parmesan cheese, divided

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

PREHEAT oven to 375° F. Spray 3-quart casserole dish or 13 x 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

COOK sausage in large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through. Stir in garlic; cook for 1 minute. Stir in marinara sauce (reserve jar). Add water or wine to jar; cover and shake. Pour into skillet along with pumpkin and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Stir well. Stir in prepared pasta. Spoon into prepared dish. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese; cover.

BAKE for 15 minutes. Carefully remove cover; bake for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Highlights Per Serving: 7g dietary fiber, 18g protein, 130% of your vitamin A DV, 6% of your vitamin C DV, 15% of your calcium DV, 15% of your iron DV.

For more budget-friendly and nutritious recipe ideas, visit Meals.com. And for more "Plus Pumpkin" tips and complete nutrition information for the recipe above, visit http://www.VeryBestBaking.com.

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Celebrate The World's Most Popular Fruit With Sparkling Mango Sangria

(NAPSI)-With warmer weather upon us, there isn't a better time to entertain guests with a refreshing sangria complete with a fresh twist of mango. This Sparkling Mango Strawberry Sangria is a fun, nonalcoholic twist on the traditional drink recipe and is full of fresh mangos, strawberries, orange and lemon juices, cinnamon and lemon-lime soda. You can also easily create an adult version.

Not only do mangos sparkle in a variety of dishes and beverages, they're an excellent source of vitamins A and C and a good source of fiber. Try this delicious new take on a classic and discover another reason mangos are the world's most popular fruit.

Sparkling Mango Strawberry Sangria (Nonalcoholic)

9 ounces fresh mango and strawberry puree (6 large strawberries with 1 ounce simple syrup plus 6 ounces strained mango puree)

6 ounces fresh orange juice

6 ounces fresh lemon juice

3 ounces simple syrup (mint infused) or to taste*

2 cinnamon sticks

1 liter lemon-lime soda

Fruit for garnish: mango, strawberries, orange, lemon and mint sprigs

Place above ingredients (excluding lemon-lime soda) into a large glass container, cover and refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve, pour into an ice-filled pitcher to 2/3 full. Add fresh sliced fruits and top with lemon-lime soda, stir gently to mix. Serve in ice-filled wineglasses with fresh fruit.

To make the adult version, add four ounces of orange liqueur and four ounces of lime-flavored vodka to the large glass container, cover and refrigerate overnight. When ready, replace the lemon-lime soda with one bottle of chilled Prosecco.

* Simple syrup: Mix a 1:1 ratio of water to sugar; bring water to a boil, add sugar to dissolve and cool.

For more recipes and instructions on how to select and cut a mango, visit www.mango.org.

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Recession-Proof Recipes Hit a Download High

/PRNewswire/ -- The Unilever Consumer Kitchens report the comeback story of 2009 is the return of cooks to their home kitchens. With many people tightening their wallets and replacing dinners out with dinner at home, the challenge for cooks of every skill level is how to create budget-friendly and easy-to-prepare meals. With the surge of interest for recipe and meal ideas, the Consumer Kitchens at one of world's leading packaged goods companies, makers of Bertolli, Hellmann's, Breyers, to name a few, reveal that the search for recession-proof recipes is on the rise as evident with the increased web traffic to Unilever's recipe database www.MakingLifeBetter.com.

"During the month of January, we experienced record-high numbers of recipe downloads, as people today look to do more with less," explained Lauren Dellabella, Co-Manager, The Unilever Consumer Kitchens. "Meal solutions and recipe ideas from trusted brands can deliver a great value to help consumers get more out of life by creating delicious meals that save time and money."

With comprehensive online recipe resources like Unilever's www.MakingLifeBetter.com, it's easy to find go-to meal ideas that are fresh and simple to prepare. Here are five popular recipes that deliver convenience, great taste and tap into people's growing interest for finger foods, hearty meals and slow cooking.

RIGATONI BOLOGNESE

2 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cost per recipe: $6.22*
Cost per serving: $3.11
-- 1 Tbsp. Bertolli(R) Classico(TM) Olive Oil
-- 1 medium onion, chopped
-- 1/2 lb. ground beef
-- 1/4 cup dry red wine
-- 1 pouch Bertolli(R) Premium Champignon & Portobello Mushroom Pasta
Sauce
-- 1/4 cup heavy or whipping cream
-- 4 oz. rigatoni or large tube pasta, cooked and drained

1. Heat Olive Oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high
heat and cook onion, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes or
until tender.
2. Stir in ground beef and cook 4 minutes; drain. Stir in wine
and cook 30 seconds. Stir in Pasta Sauce. Reduce heat to low
and simmer uncovered 10 minutes.
3. Stir in cream; heat through. Serve over hot rigatoni and
sprinkle, if desired, with grated Parmesan cheese.

BUFFALO-STYLE WINGS

8 appetizer servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 50 minutes
Cost per recipe: $5.76
Cost per serving: $0.72
-- 2 lbs. chicken wings (about 15)
-- 2 Tbsp. Shedd's Spread Country Crock(R) Calcium plus Vitamin D or
Shedd's Spread Country Crock(R) Spread, melted
-- 2 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce
-- 1 tsp. sesame seeds, toasted (optional)
-- 1/2 tsp. salt

1. Preheat oven to 425°. Spray 13 x 9-inch baking pan with
nonstick cooking spray; set aside. Cut tips off chicken
wings. Cut wings in half at joint.
2. Arrange wings in prepared pan. Bake 50 minutes or until
wings are thoroughly cooked and crispy.
3. Meanwhile, combine melted spread, hot pepper sauce, sesame
seeds and salt in large bowl. Add cooked wings; toss to
coat.
COUNTRY-STYLE POT ROAST

8 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Cost per recipe: $10.00
Cost per serving: $1.25
-- 3- to 3-1/2- lb. boneless beef pot roast (rump, chuck or round)
-- 1 envelope Lipton(R) Recipe Secrets(R) Onion Soup Mix
-- 2-1/2 cups water
-- 4 medium all-purpose potatoes (about 2 lbs.), cut into 1-inch pieces
-- 4 carrots, sliced
-- 2 to 4 Tbsp. all-purpose flour

1. Brown roast in Dutch oven or 6-quart saucepot over medium-
high heat. Add Lipton(R) Recipe Secrets(R) Onion Soup Mix
blended with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat to low and simmer covered, turning roast
occasionally, 2 hours.
2. Add vegetables and cook an additional 30 minutes or until
vegetables and roast are tender; remove roast and
vegetables.
3. For gravy, blend remaining 1/2 cup water with flour; stir
into Dutch oven. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat
to low and simmer uncovered, stirring constantly, until
thickened, about 5 minutes.

SLOW COOKER METHOD:
1. Add vegetables, then roast in slow cooker.
2. Add Soup Mix blended with 2 cups water. Cook covered on LOW
8 to 10 hours or HIGH 4 to 6 hours or until roast is tender.
3. Remove roast and vegetables to serving platter.
4. Blend remaining 1/2 cup water with flour and stir into
juices in slow cooker. Cook covered on HIGH 15 minutes or
until thickened.

NO-FRY WHITE CHICKEN PARMIGIANO

4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cost per recipe: $11.28
Cost per serving: $2.82
-- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1-1/4 lbs.)
-- 1 egg, slightly beaten
-- 3/4 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
-- 1/4 tsp. paprika
-- 1 jar Bertolli(R) Creamy Alfredo Sauce
-- 1 medium tomato, chopped
-- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thickly sliced
-- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. Preheat oven to 400°. Dip chicken in egg, then bread crumbs
combined with paprika, coating well. In 13 x 9-inch baking
dish, arrange chicken.
2. Bake 20 minutes. Evenly pour 1 cup Pasta Sauce over chicken,
then top chicken with tomato and cheeses. Bake an additional
10 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
3. Garnish, if desired, with chopped fresh basil and ground
black pepper. Serve with remaining sauce, heated, and, if
desired, hot cooked pasta.
SLOW-COOKER BBQ PORK

10 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 4 hours
-- 3-1/2-lb. boneless pork shoulder
-- 1 jar (1 lb. 10 oz.) Ragu(R) Old World Style(R) Pasta Sauce
-- 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
-- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
-- 1 medium onion, chopped
-- 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
-- 1/2 tsp. ground chipotle chile pepper
-- 2 cloves garlic, chopped

1. Season pork, if desired, with salt and ground black pepper.
Arrange pork in 4-1/2-quart slow cooker sprayed with
nonstick cooking spray.
2. Combine remaining ingredients in medium bowl; pour over
pork. Cook covered on LOW 8 to 10 hours or HIGH 4 to 6
hours.
3. Remove pork from sauce. Shred pork with two forks. Return
shredded pork to sauce; stir. Serve, if desired, on whole
grain rolls.
TIP: This slow cooked pork makes the perfect wrap for lunch the next day.
*All costs based on average retail prices at national supermarkets.

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FunnySpoon.com Launches a New Twist on the Cooking Website

/PRNewswire/ -- Scratch cooks aren't the only people who need a cooking website. Launching today, FunnySpoon.com serves up recipes featuring incredible menu shortcuts that are created through the use of common grocery store items.

FunnySpoon.com features dozens of recipes and coupons, as well as a shopping list generator. The website was created by two working women, Carrie Myers Jaynes and Vicki Monti, who searched for a resource and community to help them create quick and healthy meals that use branded grocery store products. Not finding any, they created it themselves.

"FunnySpoon is for the Wednesday night cook in all of us - when there is no time to cook from scratch, you don't want to drag the family to a restaurant, and you don't want breakfast for dinner again." Said co-founder Carrie Myers Jaynes, "By using everyday ingredients, you can create a dish - in just minutes - that your family will love and you'll feel great about serving!"

"People feel overwhelmed by meal preparation - what to cook, what products to buy, how to prepare. FunnySpoon meets those anxieties head-on by providing solutions that are quick and nutritious, and by celebrating the fact that you can deliver a from-scratch result without the from-scratch complexity. We do this by pairing branded products that complement each other to create the perfect dish. Everyone has their secret shortcut recipe and we'd like them to share their wealth of knowledge with the rest of us who are trying to figure out the daily meal-time dilemma," said Carrie.

With families heading back to their home kitchens for dinner during the economic downturn, FunnySpoon comes at a perfect time to help people put quality food on the table at a fraction of restaurant prices. "FunnySpoon cooking is not cheating," said Vicki. "Not even professional chefs cook from scratch every night they are home. There's no shame in using shortcuts when the result is a great-tasting dish that fits your budget and your time."

FunnySpoon.com Announces Recipe Contest

Just in time for the website's debut, FunnySpoon.com is holding a "Share Your Recipe" contest inviting all non-scratch cooks, young and old, new and experienced, to share their recipes for quick meal preparation and shortcuts to simplify the cooking process. The first fifty submissions will receive a canvas, eco-friendly shopping bag courtesy of FunnySpoon.com.

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Polka Dot Twisters Fun And Delicious

(NAPSI)-Getting their little hands into dough is one of the highlights of being in the kitchen to most youngsters. Baking and eating a cinnamon twist warm from the oven makes it all the better. For parents, time spent with kids in the kitchen creates memories and provides an opportunity to teach important life skills while having fun.

For instance, after-school or breakfast treats such as Polka Dot Twisters are so simple to make, the whole family can get in on the action. Children can pat the dough, roll it into ropes, and measure the ingredients.

Everyone will be happy with the delicious aroma coming from the oven and even more so digging into a still-warm Twister. The easy and yummy treat is studded with raisins for sweetness and nutrition. The recipe can easily be doubled.

Polka Dot Twisters

1½ cups all-purpose baking mix

½ cup milk

¾ cup Sun-Maid Natural Raisins

All-purpose flour, as needed to roll Twisters

1 egg, beaten

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper, or spray with cooking spray.

In medium bowl, stir baking mix, milk and raisins for 1-2 minutes until a soft dough forms. Dough becomes less sticky as it is stirred. Pat dough onto well-floured surface, and with floured hands, shape into a ball, using extra flour as needed to keep from sticking.

Divide dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope 12 inches long. Fold each rope in half and gently twist together.

Place on prepared cookie sheet. Brush top of each Twister with a thin layer of beaten egg using pastry brush. Mix together sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle about ½ teaspoon over each.

Bake for 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove Twisters to a cooling rack. Serve warm. Makes 6.

For more kid-pleasing recipes, go to www.sunmaid.com.

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