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Summer BBQ

Summer BBQ Favorites

Summer barbecues bring about certain cravings for our simple favorites. Hamburgers, hotdogs, brats and chicken are among the American favorites. Of course, corn on the cob is a staple. Other favs are Baked Beans Fruit Chips, salsa, guac Broccoli Salad, Bean salad Pasta salad Potato Salads Here are a few potato salad recipes for you…

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Product Recalls

Current Recalls – Week Ending 7/3/2026

The recent nationwide fireworks recall by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) includes two specific Winco Fireworks products sold at Pyro City and various fireworks stores: [1] If you possess either of these fireworks, stop using them immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. You can read more about…

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stay cool

My stay cool tips

Boy, it is hot! There are a lot of things you can do to keep cool in the summer heat. Here are some of my favorite tips for staying cool – 1. Use fans, even when the air is on. It circulates the cool air and your air conditioner won’t have to work as hard….

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Product Recalls

Current Recalls – Week Ending 6/26/2026

MorningStar Farms Voluntarily Recalling Two Varieties Due to Possible Plastic Presence CHICAGO, June 18, 2026 – MORNINGSTAR FARMS is voluntarily recalling two varieties of products in the U.S., Puerto Rico and Costa Rica because of possible plastic pieces in the food. Recalled varieties are: MORNINGSTAR FARMS Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets (10.5 oz) and MORNINGSTAR FARMS Hot…

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grilled shrimp

Zesty Grilled Shrimp

  1½ lb. peeled and deveined extra large shrimp ¼ cup orange marmalade ¼ cup honey 2 – 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 1 Tablespoon olive oil skewers   In a small bowl, mix oil and 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning. Rinse shrimp and pat dry. Put shrimp in a zip-lock type bag. Pour oil mix over shrimp….

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