Recent research findings by the Pew Internet and American Life Project indicate 71% of online adults are now Facebook users, a slight increase from the 67% of online adults who used Facebook as of late 2012. Additionally, 42% of online adults use two or more of these social networks. Among those who only use one [...]
Italian Beef Stew in Slowcooker Adapted from Better Homes & Garden. 2 Tbsp cooking oil (divided)2 lb beef round roastSaltPepper1 large onion (sliced into thin wedges)2 large carrots (cut into 2 inch pieces (split in half if they)8 oz red potatoes (skin-on, quartered)1 14.5 oz can reduced-fat/sodium chicken broth6 oz tomato paste1 cup red wine4 [...]
A recent study conducted by the International Association of Police Chiefs found that nearly 53% of law enforcement agencies haven’t identified goals and/or outcomes related to their use of social media. Another 4% simply responded they didn’t know. Additionally, more than 30% reported being “somewhat concerned” about “resource commitments” and “availability of social media training” [...]
Baked Meatballs Tomato Sauce:1/2 onion (finely diced)1 clove garlic (minced)1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes2 Tbsp. tomato paste1 28 oz. can San Marzano or other good-quality whole tomatoes2 Tbsp. fresh basil (chopped)1 tsp. salt (plus more as needed)1/2 tsp. pepperMeatballs:1 lb. lean ground beef (or half beef/half pork)1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese1 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano [...]
According to new Pew Research Center studies involving Facebook, the reach of Facebook content may extend beyond user account holders. The research suggests 24% of Facebook non-adopters who live with an account holder say that they look at photos or posts on that person’s account. With Facebook reporting 1.23 billion monthly active users as of December [...]
Glazed Meat Loaf Inspired by my favorite test kitchen, this recipe has some slight variations, but quite similar. Meat Loaf Ingredients3 oz Monterey Jack cheese (grated on the small holes of a box grater (about 1 cup))1 tbsp unsalted butter1 medium onion (chopped fine (about 1 cup))1 medium celery rib (chopped fine (about 1/2 cup))2 [...]
Jalapeno Monterey Jack Grits 1 tbsp butter1 red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch strips (about 1 1/2 cups))1 yellow bell pepper (cut into 1-inch strips (about 1 1/2 cups))1 tbsp minced seeded jalapeño chili1 garlic clove (minced)3 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth1 cup whipping cream1 cup quick-cooking grits1 1/2 cups grated hot [...]
Tomatillo Chicken and Black Bean Tacos in Slow Cooker 1 medium onion (chopped)2 chipotle peppers in adobo (roughly chopped)6 oz store-bought tomatillo (green salsa)5 cloves garlic (roughly chopped)1 tbsp brown sugar1/2 tsp Mexican oregano2 15- oz cans black beans (drained and rinsed)1/2 tsp kosher salt2-1/2 lbs boneless (skinless chicken thighs or breasts, trimmed)12 small corn [...]
Dipping fresh, warm chips into salsa is easier that you might think. This is also a great way to make a small portion of chips so that a giant bag of chips from the store doesn't go stale before using them. Baked Tortilla Chips Twelve 6-inch corn tortillas2 tbsp vegetable oilFine salt (to taste) Preheat [...]
Spinach Pesto Lasagna 3 cups ricotta cheese1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1 large egg2 10- oz packages frozen chopped spinach (thawed, squeezed dry)1 7- oz package prepared pesto4 cups bottled chunky pasta sauce12 no-boil lasagna noodles from one 8-ounce package2 cups grated Fontina cheese Blend ricotta and Parmesan in medium bowl.Season cheeses with salt and pepper; [...]