Strength training early can promote a lifetime of health, well-being

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By ZACHARY GILLEN Mississippi State University (The Conversation) they a little young for ‘A ren’t that?” This is a question I used to he...

Americans name grocery, utility costs most frustrating bills in recent study

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By JOHN DEALBREUIN Wealth of Geeks Move over, mortgage payments. A recent USA Today release says everyday expenses stress out 71 percent of Am...

How to approach a season of excess with financial responsibility

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By TED ROSSMAN Bankrate.com (TNS) are expected to spend A mericans a record amount (between $979.5 billion and $989 billion) on holiday gifts ...

Stir-fried cashew chicken is almost as easy as takeout

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GRETCHEN’S TABLE By GRETCHEN McKAY Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS) I s there anything that hits the spot better on a busy school night or ove...

Horseradish Crusted Snapper with Arugula Pasta

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QUICK FIX By LINDA GASSENHEIMER Arugula Pasta Tribune News Service (TNS) H orseradish mixed with mayonnaise makes a zippy and creamy topping ...

A pear tart recipe for fall, but with a savory twist

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By BETH DOOLEY The Minnesota Star Tribune (TNS) A s much as I love apples for their straightforward, tart-sweet flavors and crisp, snappy texture...

Chase away the chill

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WITH THESE VIBRANT CHILI RECIPES...

Tips to take your chili to the next level

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■ Always brown the meat before you start throwing in other ingredients. It creates a deeper, richer flavor. ■ When chopping veggies, make sur...

Texas-style Chili Con Carne

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Chili made with ground beef is good, but chili made with fat chunks of chuck roast is even better because you can really sink your teeth into a bo...

Homemade Corn Bread

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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup yellow corn meal 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 1/4 cu...