Archive for the ‘All Food & Drink’ Category
Grilled Indian Corn Chowder
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - To help usher you into this wonderful time of the year, here’s a recipe for my favorite fall chowder.... more
Managing Screen Time For Kids
By ERIN TURNER - The tech world is here and it’s going to stay--despite thoughts from parents that it might just be passing fad. So how do you manage electronic devices for kids?... more
Inside Out Potato Tacos
By MANDA HUDAK - In this dish, I am reformatting the traditional Mexican potato taco, which in its classic form is a delicious hors d’oeuvre or appetizer. ... more
Tenth Annual Montana Wine & Beer Festival Set For October 23, 2015
The 10th Annual Montana Wine & Beer Festival is scheduled for Friday, October 23rd, at the Adams Center from 7-10 p.m.... more
Brown Sugar and Strawberry Scones
JONATHON HARTIG - A scone has always been one of my favorite baked goods. The combination of flaky, buttery dough, sugar topping and fresh fruit leaves little else to be desired.... more
Berry Crème Fraiche Cake
By MICHELLE HICKS - This is a cool refreshing cake. It's not overly sweet, and the creme fraische adds a perfect little tang.... more
The Great Debate: School Bedtime During the Summer
By ERIN TURNER-There's a debate amongst parents about how to handle the last days of summer with their school aged children. What time is bed time?... more
Nicoise Salad
This versatile Nicoise Salad is perfect for entertaining guests and can be used as an appetizer, a first course salad or an entrée.... more
On the Grill: Backyard Stir Fry
By PAUL SIDORIAK - Love Chinese style stir fry but don't like heating up the kitchen This summer? Why not do in on the grill? Here's my a recipe and step-by-step directions.... more
Quick Coffee Cake
By CHEF TRACY DARUE - Even though it’s been hot outside, I still enjoy baking first thing in the morning when it’s cool. This is a wonderful treat for breakfast or to take along in to a picnic.... more
Peach Pie and Pecan Crumble
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - For the short time while peaches are in season, this recipe might just become your favorite fruit dessert, especially with this ultimate crumble-top.... more
Beat The Heat Roll-Up Snack
By ERIN TURNER - We had friends visiting and their son has Juvenile Diabetes so I wanted to be sure I had appropriate food and snacks for him. Here's one that fits the bill and beats the heat:... more
Gazpacho of the Americas
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - Summer has come to Montana with scorching temperatures that are making chilled soups from the bounty of summer gardens even more enticing.... more
Bruschetta of Cherry Tomatoes
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - What you end up with is a refreshing and delicious dish that will make you say 'ahhhhhhh'... more
Chilled Yellow Corn Soup
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - Here’s a refreshing and tasty chilled soup that presents well with striking colorful garnishments.... more
Filet of Beef Grilled in Coffee Beans With a Velvet Chili Sauce
By CHEFF HOWARD KARP for the Flathead Beacon Firing up the grill offers an easy way to entertain during your summer get-togethers with out-of-town guests. Creating a dinner that can be cooked entirely on the... more
Fresh Alaskan Halibut
By CHEF HOWARD KARP- Of all of my Mediterranean fish recipes, this one is my favorite. The combination of fresh Alaskan halibut and savory sauce produces phenomenal flavors. ... more
Organizing Gift Cards in a Binder
By ERIN TURNER - I love gift cards, but I hate when I unexpectedly find myself in a restaurant and realize I've left the gift card for that restaurant at home in the drawer. ... more
Oat Bran Muffins
By TRACY DARUE- Remember the oat bran craze back in the late 1980s? I was hooked on everything oat bran then, hearing that it was a superfood. And these muffins are gluten-free.... more
Honey Lime Broiled Salmon with Peanut Sauce
By MANDA HUDAK - Salmon season is underway and here in Montana we are very fortunate to have access to wild Pacific salmon. Here's my recipe for honey lime broiled Salmon with peanut sauce.... more
Recipes to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
By ERIN TURNER - Despite not having a drop of Mexican heritage in my blood, I still love celebrating Cinco De Mayo. Here are 5 of my favorite Cinco de Mayo recipes.... more
Frugal and Delicious: Homemade Refried Beans
By ERIN TURNER - With Cinco de Mayo right around the corner, why not some try my recipe for simple, delicious, homemade refried beans. ... more
Frisee Salad, Welsh Rarebit Crouton, Vinaigrette
By JONATHON HARTIG - For this salad I've incorporated a couple of local Flathead Valley beers. I encourage you to experiment with your own favorite local brews! ... more
How To Save Money While Stocking Your Pantry
By ERIN TURNER - People ask us all the time for advice on how to stock up on essential pantry items. They assume we have a Costco membership and buy everything in bulk.... more
An Easter Tradition: Challah
Challah is a slightly sweet, very rich bread. Traditionally, the braided Sabbath bread of Judasim is a European celebratory loaf, symbolic of God's goodness and bounty.... more
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken with Asparagus
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - This picture-perfect dish really turned out to be a crowd pleaser.... more
Kid Approved, Homemade Cheese Crackers Recipe
By ERIN TURNER - In today's world of overly processed food, I love showing the kids how to make homemade and healthy snacks. Here's my recipe for homemade Cheese-Its Crackers.... more
Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day with Homemade Irish Pasties
By ERIN TURNER- As the great granddaughter of an Irish immigrant, I have to admit my own love of Irish Pasties. It is the perfect meal…meat, potatoes all wrapped up in a flaky crust. ... more
Spiciy Thai Coconut Soup
By Manda Hudak - My pre-spring soup cravings are for a lighter, spicier and healthier soup than the heavy heartier soups of mid-winter. ... more
On the Grill: Colors of the Flag of Ireland…Kebabs
By PAUL SIDORIAK - This year for St. Patrick’s Day, I plan to represent the colors of the flag of Ireland on a shillelagh and make St. Patrick’s Day kebabs.... more
Italian White Bread (Grandpa’s Bread)
By JONATHON HARTIG - This bread recipe reminds me of home and my grandfather, and it was a catalyst for me in pursuing a culinary profession.... more
Spaetzle with Smoked Kielbasa
By CHEF HOWARD KARP- Here’s a recipe for Spaetzle--which is a rough form of noodles or dumplings. There’s no rolling or cutting involved in making it.... more
Spinach Salad with Fennel, Apple and Citrus Vinaigrette
By CHEF JAMIE LIPHARDT-A great salad to accompany the most simple or the most elegant meal.... more
New Year Low-Fat Carrot Muffins
It’s that time of year when most of us resolve to take better care of ourselves. These muffins are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without leaving you feeling too guilty.... more
Baked French Onion Soup
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - French onion soup is a wintertime favorite, but making this dish true to its roots does have some secrets. ... more
Home-Baked Cinnamon Rolls
Home-baked cinnamon rolls are a treat, especially on Christmas morning! This recipe can be mixed ahead of time and kept, unbaked, in the freezer or refrigerator. ... more
Simple Homemade Caramel Sauce
By ERIN TURNER- Every Christmas I like to make homemade gifts for family and friends. This year I am excited to be making up batches of Homemade Caramel Sauce. It's Heavenly!... more
Mushroom, Leek and Gruyere Strata
By JAMIE LIPHARDT- Here's a way to repurpose your thanksgiving leftovers: Behold the Strata, a dish comprised mainly of eggs, cheese and leftover stuffing.... more
Thanksgiving Refrigerator Rolls
By CHEF TRACY DARUE- A Thanksgiving tradition in our house is yeast rolls. My mom would mix these the night before, and bake them on Thanksgiving day.... more
New Money Saving App–FAVADO!
By ERIN TURNER- I recently discovered FAVADO--an app that can save you both TIME and MONEY--and just in time for the holiday shopping season! ... more
Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Recipe
By ERIN TURNER- If you have kids, then you know that Ranch Dip has far surpassed ketchup in the world of condiments. Here's my recipe for Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing.... more
Kalamazoo Sliders–A New Spin On A Tailgating Favorite
By ARIANNA SOLIMENE-We’re here to share our recipe for the perfect beef slider, a crowd tested favorite you’re sure to love. The secret lies in the cheese and the pretzel bun.... more
Turkey Tips for the Perfect Thanksgiving Feast
By CHEF HOWARD KARP - Hopefully this recipe will help you prepare your best Thanksgiving turkey yet.... more
Homesteading Basics: How to Make Your Own Lard
By ERIN TURNER- Thinking about adding lard to your baking regimen? Consider making your own. With the help of a crockpot, it's super easy and it's perfect for melt-in-your-mouth pie crusts, cookies, and and mor... more
What Are You Cookin’ up for Crocktober Fest?
By ERIN TURNER- Time to pull out the crockpot for 'CROCKTOBER Fest'. Cooking in a crockpot offers the benefits of convenience and ease. Here are a couple of 'must make' crockpot recipes. ... more
Harvest Season Means Savings
By ERIN TURNER-I dedicate this week’s blog to this beautiful season we call “The Harvest”. Anyone who claims they are frugal loves this season. This is what we frugalites live for--ABUNDANCE!... more
Ice Cube Trays–a Frugal Gadget for Every Kitchen
By ERIN TURNER-Ever wonder what to do with leftover wine, buttermilk and other liquid items? Hate the thought of throwing them out? HELLO ice cube trays. It's a no-brainer and frugal way to save!... more
Dressing Up Downtown: Missoula Art Museum’s Upcoming Art Park
By MATT ANGLEN- Congratulations. You may not know it now, but you picked an awesome place to go to school. To help you get acquainted with Missoula, here’s a short list of awesomeness. ... more