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  1. Samantha Ettus interviews founder of Dylan's Candy Bar: Dylan...
    By SheKnows Editors on Jun 26, 2009
    The daughter of clothing designer Ralph Lauren, Dylan Lauren is now a full-fledged lifestyle entrepreneur in her own right as the...
  2. How to bake bread in your bread machine
    By Sherril Steele-Carlin on Jan 3, 2009
    One way to cut costs and get healthy this New Year is to bake your own bread. If you have a bread machine, it's as easy as adding...
  3. 25 Best new food products for women
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Nov 18, 2008
    Looking to start the new year off with a healthy diet – or be ahead of the game and start eating healthier before it’s time to...
  4. Is your food trendy?
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Nov 15, 2008
    This year's food trends reflect a desire for health - but also good taste. Read on to find out if your food preferences are uber...
  5. How to make an omelet
    By SheKnows Food & Recipe Editors on Oct 12, 2008
    There's this big mystique about omelets: People think they're some magically difficult thing that only a true gourmet chef can get...
  6. Southwestern Quinoa
    By Elizabeth Yarnell on Oct 1, 2008
    Try this light and easy quinoa meal as a tasty alternative to rice, pasta or potatoes. Feel free to build it ahead of time and store...
  7. Creative quinoa recipes
    By Falen Oestrike on Oct 1, 2008
    Quinoa is a protein-packed grain that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes, adding a distinctive texture and nutty flavor....
  8. Gourmet Greens with Peaches, Feta, and Pistachios
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Sep 30, 2008
    A medley of tastes and textures, this salad will delight your palate with every bite. Be sure to get a hearty mix of dark leafy...
  9. How to make lentil soup
    By Kori Ellis on Sep 28, 2008
    Lentils are delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare. If you are looking for a delicious homemade meal, try this recipe for lentil...
  10. Indian food recipes
    By Diana De Cicco on Sep 26, 2008
    Indian take-out is ideal for a family or crowd – but it can take a toll on your wallet. If the tight economy has you eating...
  11. Take-out Chinese food recipes
    By Diana De Cicco on Sep 26, 2008
    In these tough economic times, one of the first things to get axed from your budget may be eating out or ordering in. Instead of...
  12. Perfect pantry list for quick and easy meals
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Sep 24, 2008
    Wouldn’t it be nice if someone just gave you a pantry list of staples that would make dinner an easy-to-fix endeavor? Good news,...
  13. Hottest lunch trend: Brown bag lunches that are affordable and...
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Sep 10, 2008
    A growing trend for lunchtime dining is brown bag lunches. Millions of women are opting to pack their own lunch as well as their...
  14. Chocolate pumpkin spice cake
    By Kori Ellis on Sep 10, 2008
    For a different cake that your whole family will love, try this chocolate pumpkin spice cake. Spice cake is a favorite cake for fall...
  15. Ethnic and exotic foods
    By   on Sep 5, 2008
    Food, glorious food! We love to eat out! And with about 25 percent of all our meals taking place away from home, we must make the...
  16. Chicken and shrimp carbonara
    By Kori Ellis on Aug 21, 2008
    Carbonara is a hearty Italian dish that combines chicken and/or shrimp along with pasta and a cream sauce. This recipe is baked and...
  17. Types of hot peppers
    By Kori Ellis on Aug 21, 2008
    Do you want to add a little kick to your meal? Hot peppers are terrific way to spice up any dish. They come in all shapes, sizes and...
  18. Hollowed Bagel Crab Salad Sandwich
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Aug 20, 2008
    Are you begrudgingly turning down bagels because of their heft of carbs? Avoid no more. Simply hollow them out and fill them with a...
  19. Turkey, Spinach and Apple Wrap
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Aug 20, 2008
    Easy, creative and delicious, this turkey wrap is the perfect lunch for days you are on-the-go.
  20. Peanut butter and chocolate cookies
    By Kori Ellis on Aug 18, 2008
    These cookies are very simple to make and your kids will love them. Using peanut butter, Bisquick and Hershey's Kisses, you can whip...

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