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Chowing down on a lobster roll while lying on the beach as a warm, salty breeze cools you down sounds like a perfect summer moment. 

But a trip across a bridge to Philadelphia might be eve

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Sauerkraut has thrown off its stodgy reputation as something only our grandparents ate and has become trendy once again with increased sales. In its 2021 list of the next big things, Whole Foods Market included sauerkraut as part of a trend focused on foods offering health benefits. Why? Ferme

At the number one spot on this list, we have Hormel® Canned Smoked Ham. We had low expectations for this ham but were shocked by its high quality. Hormel Smoked Ham comes in a round 5-ounce container, and unlike the brand’s canned chicken, which did poorly in our canned chicken ranki

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There aren't many foods quite as quirky as canned ham. The protein-packed, preserved meat product is the last thing most of us would reach for in the grocery store these days. It's old-fashioned, it's honestly pretty bland, and it

This basil pesto stuffed mushroom recipe is a keeper. Serve this easy mushroom recipe as an appetizer, side dish, snack or vegetarian main dish.

Save the remaining pesto filling for sauces. You can also add light mayonnaise to it and use it as a sandwich spread. If you have a

University of Maine Cooperative Extension will hold a hands-on class to discuss and demonstrate how to safely preserve meat 6–9 p.m. Aug. 18 at the Extension office in Presque Isle, 57 Houlton Road. 

Whether working with venison, beef, chicken or seafood, preserving meat is a way

We've consulted with our team of licensed nutritionists and dietitians to bring you informed recommendations for food products, health aids and nutritional goods to safely and successfully guide you toward making better diet and nutrition choices. We strive to only

Family beef lasagne. Photo / Annabel Langbein Media

My mother was the queen of lasagne. Hers was such a generous dish - layers of rich, saucy beef bolognese and fork-tender pasta topped with creamy white sauce and finished with just enough tasty cheese to produce a go

Sardines have been around for centuries. These small fish are said to be named after Sardinia, an island of Italy, because of the abundance that could be found there.

While sardines can be enjoyed fresh, they are highly perishable. This is why they’re most commonly found canned.