Slow Cooker Hatch Chile Carne Guisada

A summery twist on caprese salad: Peach, Watermelon and Tomato Salad with Fresh Mozzarella.

Risotto Remix: Farro gives a classic Italian dish a whole grain twist. “Farrotto” with Parm-Reg and Spring Herbs

Cherry-Coconut Chia Seed Pudding with Pistachios. An easy, healthy, vegan & gluten-free treat!

May the odds be ever in your favor: The Hunger Games’ sweet and savory Lamb Stew with Dried Plums Over Wild Rice.

Pumpkin-Gingersnap Trifles combine the classic flavors of pumpkin pie in a glass

Get a taste of fall with this one-pan roast chicken with sausage, apple, citrus and rosemary.

Balti from Brum: Birmingham’s most celebrated curry. Skip the fish and chips and make this delicious English-meets-Indian curry.

Summer tomato cobbler: Proving that tomatoes can turn a classic dessert into a savory delight.

Say “Opa!” to these Greek lamb sliders in pita pockets.

Chew on this: Guilt (and preservative) free beef jerky

Peanut Butter-Banana Bread: warm, soft, peanut buttery-banana goodness!

Creative Loafing’s newest Food & Wine Podcast: feat. up-and-coming food blogger Katie (aka: Culinary Pirate)

Irish Soda Bread Scones- great with coffee or spread with jam on St. Patty’s Day or any day!

Basil Balsamic Barbecue Sause: a fresh twist for a gourmet homemade barbecue sauce that’s dark, rich and delicious!

Meatless Mondays: a national campaign to a healthier U.S.; a change in diet just one day a week can make a BIG difference!

Buttermilk Cornmeal Pancakes with Caramel Apple Topping- simple, comforting & delicious!

The Hooville Martini: Yoo-hoo isn’t just for kids anymore…

Chocolate truffles spiked with rum: decadent, delicious, and oh so easy to make!

Move over brownies and blondies, make way for their feisty new cousin: the Redhead!

Refreshing Cucumber-Mint Sake cocktail with Ginger Simple Syrup