Flaming food for the Fourth

Reader Ren had a good idea for those of us depressed over the lack of fireworks on Friday: Flaming food.

If you’ve not heard, all the local fireworks, except those in Mount Shasta, have been outright canceled and/or postponed.

We may not see…

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Temptation Island offers Armadillo Eggs

Hello Food For Thought Friends!

I am currently in Oklahoma visiting family and attending my cousin’s wedding.

I love visiting Oklahoma. Not only do I get to spend time with  family, but the countryside and lakes are absolutely beautiful.

My sisters and I…

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Cedar plank salmon - then strawberry crepes for dessert

The smell of smoke from the surrounding fires reminds me of the smoky aroma of cedar-planked salmon. It’s one of my favorite, most simple summer entrees.

The water-logged cedar plank imparts a delicious smoky taste to the fish. (By the way, you…

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Planks a lot

When Doni and I are planning a cedar plank salmon dinner it’s my job to provide the planks.

Though cedar boards can be purchased at most kitchen supply stores, I’ve also seen them at Carmona’s Appliance Center, hardware stores, grocery stores and gift shops.

I’ve found it most efficient and least costly to go to a lumber yard and buy cedar boards to make my own planks.

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Get fresh with Mel!


When every dollar counts, why throw away pennies? Fresh produce is relatively inexpensive if we pick the best for the money.

Lettuce. A head can be bitter or sweet. Choose a green one that isn’t wilted and feels substantial in weight.…

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