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If you want to know how to cook asparagus, this is a great place to start. Asparagus is the workhorse of the springtime kitchen. Unlike the fussier darlings (I still love them), fava beans, peas, and artichokes, all of which require copious amounts of preparation time. Asparagus is relatively simple. Instead of partaking in tasks like shelling, trimming, and de-choking, asparagus can be at its pinnacle with a simple trim, quick blanch, drizzle of olive oil, and dusting of salt. We get pencil-thin asparagus here, as well as asparagus thick as a candle – and everything in between. Here are a range of asparagus winners that will teach you how to cook asparagus like a pro. Happy spring, and enjoy!...

From big family parties to small get-togethers with a few friends, a little extra attention to your table elevates the occasion as much as the menu you serve. You might see elaborate tables settings all over the internet for birthday parties, showers, and graduations. These creations can take a lot of extra time and money, but you can set out something impressive without much hassle using what you have on hand. Here are five basic design tips to consider when putting together a stunning—yet effortless—table. The day should be as stress-free as possible for Mom. Don’t worry, Dad—you don’t have to pull off any minor miracles for an epic family activity to be successful. (P.S. The children can be enlisted...

This easy sheet pan miso-glazed salmon meal with asparagus, radishes, and carrots can be prepared, cooked and on the table in under an hour. Jump to Recipe This post was sponsored by California Wines a part of their “California Wines Down to Earth Month” campaign. I was compensated for this post and for developing the recipe. However, all opinions below are completely my own. What’s for dinner is probably one of those dreaded questions that every head of the household has to deal with. And though I don’t have a family, I do have partner with a more traditional day job, which often leaves me as the one to figure out what to make. And though I have plenty of options for...

Shrimp and Rice - A one pot dish made with tender and hearty jasmine rice and buttery lemon shrimp. It's an absolute breeze to make and completely delicious! An Easy Shrimp and Rice Recipe! One pot dishes are a staple for those busy weekdays in our lives. This one pot shrimp and rice is quick cooking, perfectly flavorful, and clean up is a breeze. The rice is infused with chicken broth and garlic for a boost in flavor, and the shrimp is upgraded with that classic lemon butter combo to really highlight it. It's a simple process that takes minimal effort but yields an impressive finished result that will please everyone. If you are wondering what to make with shrimp...

We have an early look at the Freshco and Metro Ontario flyer for you, valid for the week of March the 23rd to the 29th. Easter is the next holiday coming up, so you might want to start your planning now using this week’s flyers. Here are some of the items advertised at Freshco and Metro starting this Thursday, and you can click the links below to view the flyers on our forum. Click here to view the Freshco flyer. Fresh Whole Chicken $1.99/lb 3lbs Clementines $2.99 Asparagus $1.99/lb Nescafe or Taster’s Choice Instant Coffee $4.44 Natrel Fine Filtered Milk 4L $4.99 Lantic Sugar $1.88 Member Pricing Betty Crocker Hamburger Helper 3/$5 Click here to view the Metro flyer. Christie...