Beth Dooley
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Hold the mayo: A potato salad recipe that can weather the heat of Minnesota summers
Filled with herbs and vegetables with no mayonnaise in sight, this robust salad can withstand hot Minnesota summers.
July 9, 2025
Peas — snap, shell or snow — are a Minnesota summertime staple
The perky pods add a sweet touch to salads, but are perfect all on their own.
July 1, 2025
The secret to making the best sandwiches at home
Splurging on good bread and having a few key fixings on hand will make for a spectacular summer sandwich season.
June 25, 2025
Keep your grilled chicken juicy, thanks to these tips
An herb-filled yogurt marinade yields juicy results. Be sure to make extra to have on hand for easy summer meals.
June 10, 2025
3 recipes to make with your haul from local farmers markets
Cooking along with Minnesota’s growing season allows cooks to be flexible and creative.
June 4, 2025
Move over, pasta salad: Bean salads are the new summer staple
Pasta salads have their place, but beans are seasonal superfoods that are versatile, hold their shape and are packed with nutrients.
May 27, 2025
Local mushrooms a worthy stand-in for meat in laab recipe
The traditional Thai dish, also spelled larb, gets a vegan makeover as woodsy mushrooms replace ground meat.
May 20, 2025
This asparagus recipe will become your new favorite finger food
Wrapped in puff pastry and served with a mustard dipping sauce, it’s a great make-ahead appetizer or snack.
May 13, 2025
Recipe: Mustard-rhubarb sauce is the perfect topper for pork, chicken or lamb
Starting with quality pork chops is the first step to a delicious meal. (The sauce also pairs well with chicken or lamb.)
May 6, 2025
How to make magic with masa, the key ingredient in tortillas and tamales
Local chefs and makers are using an ancient technique to make the Mexican heritage dough and supply home cooks with tortillas and more.
April 30, 2025
Whole wheat noodles put a new twist on pasta primavera
With these cooking tips, the nuttier noodles will become a regular part of your pasta routine.
April 22, 2025
Minnesota-grown spinach makes all the difference in this quiche recipe
The cold-weather plant adds color and plenty of nutrients to everything from omelets and salads to pasta and polenta.
April 15, 2025
