Michigan Food

Students at the Bay Arenac Career Center's Blooming Chefs restaurant know how to dish it up - especially for Thanksgiving

2009-11-20T21:34:23Z

While I'm not a gourmet cook, I like to think I know my way around a kitchen.However, students at the Bay Arenac Career Center's Blooming Chefs restaurant surprised me today.The seven turkeys the group served for the restaurant's annual...

Glazed Chicken Wings and Breakfast Casserole are tasty

2009-11-20T16:19:14Z

Mary Lou MacNeil has been a longtime reader of Food Fare, cutting out many of the recipes and giving them a try over the years. Her favorite contributors are Bev Klemish of Bay City and Arlene Dempster of Rhodes. This...

Tips for grilling a turkey this Thanksgiving

2009-11-19T20:46:30Z

Learn how to brine a turkey, and watch a video that takes you through the step-by-step process.

Family traditions, especially those that come from the kitchen are what the holidays are all about

2009-11-18T14:00:00Z

With the holiday season fast approaching, it's time to dig out those family recipes that have been handed down from generation.Gina Gates, executive director of the East Shoreline Chapter of the American Red Cross did exactly that."I have no...

Protein matters with kidney disease

2009-11-18T12:35:05Z

Question: I am wondering what qualifies as “high quality protein” when looking at a food item. I am working with a diet for my kidneys and was told most of my protein intake should be “high quality.”

Tips, recipes for making stuffing for Thanksgiving

2009-11-18T12:00:11Z

Experts offer advice on making your stuffing great.

Tips for buying, cooking turkey

2009-11-18T03:07:39Z

Advice and resources for preparing your Thanksgiving feast.

Get a jump on the holiday baking by whipping up a few sweet breads and stashing them in the freezer

2009-11-16T14:00:00Z

With the hustle and bustle of the holidays upon us, sometimes it feels like we will never get it all done.One of the ways I like to stay ahead of the game, is making up batches of sweet breads and...

Ladies and gentlemen turn down that oven temperature, says pastry chef Jeremy Lacreuse

2009-11-13T12:54:27Z

If you're not having fun with pastry, just walk away, says Jeremy Lacreuse, pastry chef at The H Hotel in Midland.That wasn't the only tip he offered at a Holiday Sweets Workshop at Studio 23/The Arts Center last night.The...

Tour of GRCC's culinary college library is full of surprises

2009-11-12T16:23:22Z

Bet you can't guess what cookbook is the favorite of Secchia Institute for Culinary Education Director Randy Sahajdack.

Holiday cooking help is just a call or text message away

2009-11-11T20:49:03Z

Butterball's Turkey Talk-Line has helped home cooks tackle their turkey troubles for nearly 30 years.

Cuddle up with Chai tea, eggnog and spiced cranberry cider to take the chill off a nippy fall evening

2009-11-11T14:00:00Z

It looks like our Indian Summer may be coming to an end. But it was fun while it lasted.I took the opportunity to hang my outside holiday lights. My thought, why do it when it's cold. It will be...

Ask the dietitian: Check blood sugar to find which pasta is best for you

2009-11-11T12:01:32Z

I’ve had diabetes for four years and take one metformin (500 milligrams once a day). I also walk 3 miles, five times a week.

Scale back: These tips can help you avoid holiday weight gain

2009-11-11T10:43:52Z

There are positive things you can do through the holidays to help maintain weight control.

Nino's Family Restaurant is not only the place to find authentic Italian food, but the opportunity to dine in an authentic Italian restaurant

2009-11-09T12:25:10Z

I have to admit, I haven't stopped by Nino's Family Restaurant in a long time. Last night I rectified that.When Marlo Leveling, executive producer of "That Show" where my food segment runs, called to ask if I wanted to...

Want to bake, but don't quite have what you need? Try these handy substitutions.

2009-11-06T12:42:51Z

When I'm in the mood to bake, I'm in the mood to bake.Nothing irritates me more than finding out I don't have exactly what I need in the cupboard - especially when that something I'm in the mood for...

'Man v. Food's' Adam Richman and Detroit gang of 40 fail to demolish 190-pound burger

2009-11-05T16:51:05Z

Travel ChannelA member of the 190-pound burger demolition crew in Detroit shovels in a mouthful on 'Man v. Food.'In last night's episode of the Travel Channel series "Man v. Food," competitive eater and food daredevil Adam Richman took on his...

Enjoy upcoming wine and food events in Grand Rapids

2009-11-05T11:32:41Z

Some festive food events are coming up in West Michigan that you don't want to miss.

Ask the dietitian: Restrictive diet can cause unhealthy weight loss

2009-11-04T13:25:51Z

My mother, age 65, is losing weight at a rapid pace because of her very high level of activity and many diet restrictions.

The history of the springerle cookie dates back to 14th century Switzerland

2009-11-04T13:22:24Z

It's one of the oldest cookies know to woman.Called springerle, this cookie has been around since the 14th century according to a Web site I found offering the history of this little cookie.According to the site, the name of...