Author Archives: Melissa Boice

The Miss Congeniality of Appetizers

Ordering artichoke dip as an appetizer is a pretty unanimous decision. Think back to your restaurant experiences. Has anyone objected fork-in-hand or insisted on the mozzarella sticks? Doubtful. Artichoke dip is the Miss Congeniality of appetizers. Everyone can’t wait to … Continue reading

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Copy Cat: Chili’s White Chocolate Raspberry Molten Cake

There are a lot of sweets I can resist: Oreos, pecan pie, fudge brownies, lemon bars. That all changes when that Chili’s commercial graces my television with a close-up of a molten lava cake. I am practically drooling on myself. After … Continue reading

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Lose It!

In a world full of temptation, it seems like a challenge to eat well and make it a habit. Enjoying your meal can become a burden as you mentally track everything you ate. Your health-nut consciousness can easily overload. And … Continue reading

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New Tater in Town!

Everyone loves a good potato. Garlic mashed with a sizzling steak, baked and loaded with a helping of butter and sour cream, scalloped with a creamy sauce, or fried to crispy perfection. The possibilities are endless. But there is a … Continue reading

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What to Eat Spotlight: Zucchini Fritters

We are all confronted with a pang of guilt as we see a smattering of grease stains on our fast food bags. We know the culprit— French fries. Those golden little criminals. As tempting and tantalizing as they are, there … Continue reading

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