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    Melissa's Produce

    Condiments are Key

    April 2019
    Defined as a relish, sauce, dressing or other food accompaniment, condiments can be used in a variety of ways to add zip and zest to a meal. 
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    Melissa's Produce

    Fall Is for Casseroles

    September 2018
    While most of my recipes are now in electronic form, I still have my trusty wooden recipe box, comprised mostly of old familiar recipes from family and friends. And now that September’s upon us, comfort food and hot hearty meals come to mind.
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  • Image of Eggplant Chermoula
    Melissa's Produce

    Simple Seasoning Hacks

    April 2018
    They’re quick. They’re easy. They deliver big flavor in small doses and add richness we crave. What’s not to love about condiments?
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  • Image of Quick and Creamy Black Beans
    Melissa's Produce

    Easy Cooking Under Pressure

    March 2018
    Most of us are very busy people. With that in mind, most of the recipes I develop are easy to prepare. I try not to use too many fancy ingredients or expensive kitchen tools either.
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  • Image of Hashweh (Lebanese Lamb and Rice Stuffing)
    Melissa's Produce

    Rice is Nice

    December 2017
    Last month, I received a sample of Merguez sausage. I grilled a few for my husband and he was hooked. He even suggested we use it in our Thanksgiving stuffing this year instead of Italian sausage.
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    Melissa's Produce

    Kim Chi-Bokkeum-Bap

    November 2017
    It’s a staple in millions of pantries around the world and many of those kitchens have a rice cooker prominently displayed on the counter, perpetually plugged in and filled with warm, steaming rice.
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