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Let’s talk barbecue
It’s a huge subject: barbecue; one that has spawned dozens of articles and books, commentaries and doctoral theses, not to mention family feuds and barroom brawls. Does barbecue mean pork or beef? Is it really found in the South alone?…
Hospitality with heart
When we accept that our homes and food don’t have to be perfect, we can discover the joy of entertaining. Here, Sandy Coughlin, author of the book The Reluctant Entertainer, shares 10 “commandments” of hospitality, to help you keep your…
Celebrating the Day of the Dead
Skulls made of sugar, bread with the shapes of bones baked on top, dancing skeletons — the Day of the Dead is a joyous celebration of loved ones who have passed away
Autumn Feast
Autumn feast God seems to have a special love for autumn. While all the seasons sing a song of his glory, autumn’s song is richer than the rest. Leaves turn red, goldenrod blankets the fields, and the harvest finally comes in. Even heaven…
Celebrate the Blessed Mother with a Special Treat
August is an august month for our Blessed Mother! August is dedicated (in addition to the Blessed Sacrament) to her Immaculate Heart. On the 15th, we celebrate her assumption into heaven and on the 22nd, we honor her queenship. This month,…
Gather Round the Table
We know Christmas entertaining can be stressful, but here are some helpful tips and delicious recipes to keep your gathering festive and focused on the joy of Christ’s birth. Appetizers Keep it simple with a combination of the following:…
A Homegirl Mother’s Day
When Jesuit Father Greg Boyle opened a small bakery 20 years ago in East Los Angeles — in the middle of some of the most dangerous and violent gang territory in the world — then began employing members from rival gangs to work side by side,…
St. Patrick’s Day and the spud
Pity the potato. It seldom gets the respect it deserves. A case in point is Mr. Potato Head, the toy with the goofy face that suggests potatoes are to be played with, not savored. Or consider the phrase “couch potato,” associating the tuber…
Lenten recipes your whole family will enjoy!
Cook and share these recipes with your loved ones this Lent. The meatless dishes are from Catholic Relief Services' Operation Rice Bowl. For 33 years, this program has helped US Catholics become more aware of global poverty while…
