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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 2011

Page

20

Spoonful of Fruit sampler ships seven flavors for 27 dollars

A promotional note touts Spoonful of Fruit s Strawberry Peach and Fig blends for croissants or savory uses on lamb chops. It invites buyers to purchase a sampler case with seven flavors for 27 dollars at spoonfuloffruit.com.

Spoonfuloffruit.com

La Colombe Coffee Blends Attract Notable Buzz

La Colombe offers bold blends like Corsica and Afrique with smooth rich brews and striking packaging. Portions of proceeds support feeding children in Africa while 12 ounce bags sell for about $12.

la Colombe Corsica Africa

The Taste of Home Cookbook Third Edition

The third edition collects 300 favorite recipes and more than 1,500 classics from home chefs. A bonus 30 Minute Light Recipes chapter is included. Priced at 30 dollars, on sale for 18 dollars on amazon com.

Amazon.com

Girl Scout Cookies Introduce Shout Out Line in Iowa

Eastern Iowa troop cookie sales start Friday and run through January 30. Some units will go door to door for future orders. A new Shout Out caramelized cookie debuts this year. More information at www.GirlScoutsToday.com.

Girl Scout Iowa GirlScouts Today.com

Slow cookers regain popularity as cooks seek time and money saving

The revival of slow cookers follows demand for budget friendly, convenient meals. Publisher Phyllis Pellman Good recalls a high volume of reader recipes for a new book after her previous deal fell through, with enduring interest in the Fix It and Forget It series and the Crockpot’s evolution from the 1970s to digital today.

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Slow cooker French dip sandwiches and upside down chocolate cake

Two recipes adapted for slow cookers. French dip sandwiches use beef roast with Italian dressing and AuJus in broth, served on rolls with cheese. Upside down chocolate pudding cake bakes as a layered dessert with cocoa, sugar, and hot water topping.

Slow Cooker Tips From Christy Frese

Tips include not lifting lid to check progress to avoid heat loss and extended cooking time. Use condensation control by spinning the lid, spray cooker for easier cleanup, and convert high to low timing. Layer dense vegetables first, add tender vegetables late to prevent overcooking. Christy Frese, RD, Edgewood Hy-Vee Cedar Rapids.

Christy Frese Registered Dietitian Edgewood Hy-Vee Cedar Rapids

Test your slow cooker for safe unattended use

Confirm safety by filling half to two thirds with water and heating on low for eight hours with the lid on. Check water temperature with a thermometer. raise lid only briefly. Target 185 degrees. lower temps indicate inadequate heating and potential food safety risks. University of Minnesota Extension.

Slow cooker safety tips for handling meat and leftovers

Preheat for rapid heat start and avoid microwaved defrosted items unless cooked immediately. Keep liquid near cover, do not overload to two thirds full. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in shallow containers and reheat safely in oven, microwave, or stovetop to 165°F before adding to a preheated slow cooker. Do not reheat in slow cooker.

University of Minnesota Extension Extension.umn.edu

Fondue Makes a Groovy Comeback with Retro Flair

A fondue revival blends 1970s style with modern ease as slow cookers rise again. Deb Christianson hosts a multi station fondue party for 20 using vintage pots, metal forks, and colorful plates, serving beef oil fried cubes cheese and chocolate dips.

Deb Christianson Vinton

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