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Fruit fireworks

Pack a patriotic pop with the finale for your Fourth of July menu, whether you plan to grill at home or picnic by the river. These easy-to-make-ahead ideas using colorful fruit will help you … more

By Patrice Stewart
Staff Writer | 7/1/09 | 191 views

Ice cream with grilled strawberries and bananas

When the burgers and frankfurters are done, keep the grill going for dessert. The heat helps caramelize the sugars in fruit, as in this recipe for grilled strawberries and bananas. Pineapple, … more

By J.M. Hirsch
AP Food Editor | 7/1/09 | 196 views

For the Fourth — BBQ and pasta salad rolled together

Pasta salad and barbecue chicken are a natural pairing for July Fourth celebrations. They’re even better in the same dish. This fast and easy take on pasta salad starts with a traditional base … more

By J.M. Hirsch
AP Food Editor | 7/1/09 | 128 views

Blueberry Lemon Squares

Fresh or frozen blueberries work equally well in these simple and delicious dessert bars. Once cooled, they transport well and don’t need refrigeration, making them a perfect choice for a July … more

By The Associated Press | 7/1/09 | 114 views

Food establishment ratings

Priceville Raceway, 157 Alabama 67 S. 84 McDonald’s, 1208 Sixth Ave. S.E. 84 Busy Bee … more

7/1/09 | 150 views

The dish on DASH

Carter Tutwiler, who had a stroke 11 years ago, said he is one of the lucky ones. When the Decatur man had trouble using his right arm to button his shirt one morning and went stammering to his wife, … more

By Patrice Stewart
Staff Writer | 6/24/09 | 505 views

Warm garlic breadsticks off the grill in minutes

Those garlicky, buttery, crispy, chewy breadsticks you love at the pizza shop are easy to make at home, too. And in the summer, it’s even easier. No need to crank up the oven. Just toss them on … more

By J.M. Hirsch
AP Food Editor | 6/24/09 | 175 views

Seafood salad with serious flavor

If a trip to the beach (or just a desire for one) has you thinking about seafood, try this simple and intense seafood salad. The trick for making this more than just a glop of seafood and … more

By J.M. Hirsch
AP Food Editor | 6/24/09 | 183 views

Food establishment ratings

Five Dollar Buffet, 1702 Beltline Road S.W. 78 Pramukhswami Inc. dba Stop and Save 86 Budget Inn, … more

6/24/09 | 269 views | 2 comments

KING of burgers

Turn the tables and plan to grill for Dad when Father’s Day rolls around Sunday. But first, give some thought to ways to build a different-tasting burger in Dad’s favorite flavor. You can … more

By Patrice Stewart
Staff Writer | 6/17/09 | 312 views