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Emily Sarah Downs

Cuisine Coordinator, Tips From Town, Ridgewood, NJ

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Gingered Pork-Vegetable Stew

Entice your family to a sit-down meal tonight.  Not an easy task with the busy schedules of today, but as this stew simmers, you may already find them waiting with anticipation seated at the dinner table.

Slow-Cooked Chicken a la King

Another winner to make in your slow-cooker.  Takes about 25 minutes to prep… walk away for a few hours… and presto!  A meal for the entire family to enjoy together.

Bacon Quinoa with Almonds & Herbs

Trying to get your kids to try quinoa? Well, everything is better with bacon so this recipe from AOL might just turn the whole family on to quinoa! Try it with Karen’s Tilapia and Roasted Veggies. Read: Why is Quinoa Good for You Ingredients 1⁄3 cup slivered almonds 1 tbsp chopped parsley 1 tbsp minced chives 1 sage sprig 2 cups chicken stock 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 1 small minced […]

Homemade Chai

Sometimes we have to just sit back and take a breather.  This version of Indian-inspired chai tea is just what the doctor ordered.  Making a homemade batch of your own may also lift your spirits.  Both soothing and savory.

Holiday Fruit Parfait

This breakfast/brunch parfait isn’t just delicious, it’s also pretty enough to serve as your holiday morning centerpiece.  Also helps kick-start your day with healthy, juicy seasonal fruit and creamy cinnamon yogurt.  Add raspberries...

Roast Prime Rib w/Madeira Sauce & Horseradish Sauce

This traditional English dish never disappoints.  Giving the option of two side sauces for the tender, juicy roast guarantees a table of satisfied smiles this holiday supper.

Turkey Croquettes

This is what you do with Thanksgiving leftovers… roll it all up into meatball-sized balls, cook and dip into cranberry sauce.  Never gets old.  Croquette, popper, bite, whatever you want to call them. They make a great little appy, or lunch treat for the day after.  One of those ideas that pleases the entire family.

Hot Caramelized Onion, Bacon & Cheese Dip

Ooey gooey cheesy onion dip that has bacon in it too?  Have you just died and gone to heaven?  You will not be able to stop eating this dip.

Smokey Sweet-Potato Soup (spicy or not)

Another spicy recipe.  BUT… omit the chipotle to remove the heat.  I just love spicy food, but I do understand that kids and some folks don’t.  It’s an acquired taste, I admit.  No matter if you like it with or without the...

Cauliflower w/Hazelnut Brown Butter

Steamed fresh cauliflower intensifies in flavor with toasted hazelnuts and brown butter.

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