Metro Creative Services Summer party season requires having plenty of refreshing, and easy-to-prepare offerings for family, friends and other guests. Salads come in all shapes and sizes, and can featu...

Taking get-togethers, parties and celebrations outdoors during the summer months means frozen treats are essential. Consider these creative ways to use frozen grapes in your summer entertaining: n Fre...

On the Portuguese island of Madeira, espetadas are made by threading chunks of beef onto fresh-cut branches of bay and cooking the skewers over the embers of a fire. The bay infuses the meat with its ...

Family Features Take an all-American creation up a notch this summer by doubling the burger fun with this fan-favorite version. These All-American Double Bacon and Cheddar Smash Burgers, created by Wo...

FAMILY FEATURES As patriotic parties roll on throughout the day and fireworks light up the night, Fourth of July fun calls for favorite snacks that complement the excitement. Whether you’re a pyro or ...

Servings: 6 2 Envy Apples 2/3 cup whipped cream cheese 6-10 tablespoons red, white and blue sprinkles Cut apples horizontally to create thick, round slices. Use round cookie cutter to remove apple cor...

1 cup diced raspberries 4 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 cup halved blueberries 1 package cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup milk 12 frozen mini tart shells...

Family Features Enjoy the richness of summer with this Ooey Gooey Lemon Cake, which pairs a soft lemony cake with a sweet-tart raspberry drizzle that’s perfect for sharing with your nearest and deares...

Culinary.net After a long day at work or an eventful weekend, don’t just treat yourself to a delicious dessert — make sure you’re treating your pets, too. These homemade dog treats are easy to make wi...

Meteorologists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA, predict hotter-than-average temperatures across much of the country this summer. When heat levels soar, the last thing a...

FAMILY FEATURES Break out the red, white and blue and (safely) set off your favorite fireworks – it’s time to honor America’s birthday. Along with all the booms and blasts, make sure your crowd is sat...

FAMILY FEATURES Support Immunity Add Healthy Flavor to Meals Electrolyte and Hydration Support hether you’re lounging by the pool or hitting the trails for a family hike or bike ride, exposure to summ...

On-the-Go Orange Juice Sports Drink Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus Servings: 1 8 ounces Florida Orange Juice 8 ounces water 1 pinch salt Mix orange juice and water. Add pinch of s...

Peanut Butter Cups Yield: 24 cups 1/2 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 package (10 1/2 ounces) miniature marshmallows 6 cups freshly popped popcorn 6 cups spoon-size shredded wheat 1 cu...

By CHRISTINE HAINES For the MVI My husband and I recently met up with my nephew’s family in Nashville. The trip was filled with phenomenal experiences (seriously, check out the children’s floor of the...

On a recent visit to see my son at the University of California, Davis, I wandered into a lab at the Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science … as one does. A bunch of students were preparin...

Family Features When it’s summertime and you crave something cold and fruity, try using your favorite frozen fruit for a refreshing drink. This fizzy Strawberry Spritzer can delight your taste buds an...

Family Features Summer days can get busy with trips to the pool, walks around the neighborhood and gatherings with friends and loved ones. Take the hassle out of lunch with these Cucumber Sandwiches t...

FAMILY FEATURES Beach vacations, backyard barbecues and long road trips make summer a season of spontaneity. Often cited as memory-making moments, these unplanned adventures can also make it a challen...

FAMILY FEATURES From lazy days by the pool to weekend road trips and everything in between, summer is packed with adventures. To keep your energy high for all those warm-weather activities, you’ll nee...