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Pork Loin withHard Cider & ApplesPREP TIME: 45 MINUTESCOOK TIME: 1 hOURSERvES: 6

2 lbs. pork loin, trimmed

½ tsp. kosher salt

1 Tbsp. black pepper

4 cloves garlic, chopped

1 to 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

1 Tbsp. lemon zest

2 Tbsp. olive oil

4 firm red apples

2 shallots, sliced

1 bottle (12 oz.) hard cider likeAngry Orchard orWood Chuck

1 Preheat oven to 400°F. Tie pork loin withbutcher’s twine in three places to help holdshape and promote even cooking. Seasonwith salt and pepper.

2 Combine garlic, rosemary and lemon zestwith olive oil in a bowl to make a paste;spread over roast.

3 Quarter and core apples and combine withsliced shallots. Place in a mound in center ofa roasting pan or a large baking dish.

4 Set roast on top of apples and shallots. Placeon center oven rack and roast 45 minutes oruntil internal temperature reaches 145°F.

5 Remove roast to a cutting board and let rest10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

6 Meanwhile, place roasting dish with applesand shallots over a Medium-High flameand deglaze pan with hard cider. Bring to asimmer for 2 to 3 minutes to reduce sauce.Serve with sliced pork.

Nutrition Facts:Total Calories 310, Total Fat 8g, Saturated Fat 1.5g,Sodium 240mg, Total Carbohydrate 23g, Dietary Fiber 4g,Protein 33g

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Builders cooking sauce; simmer over low-medium heat for 12 minutes.Remove from heat and allow to cool.Split baguette down the middle and spoon sauce generously on both halves. On the bottom half, evenly distribute lettuce, tomato, then chicken breast, more sauce, and cheese.Place in broiler for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted.Sprinkle Chicken Soup for the Soul Crispy Sour Cream Onions soup toppers from one end to the other.Place baguette top on and cut into desired portions.Enjoy! And for a fun Chicken Soup for the Soul twist, try dipping your sandwich in Chicken Soup for the Soul Tomato Basil Soup!

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TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min.Bake: 10 min. MAKES: 24

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Ingredients:4 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup (4 ounces) shredded fontina cheese8 bacon strips, cooked and

crumbled4 green onions, chopped1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley24 large fresh mushrooms (about 1-1/4 pounds), stems removed1 tablespoon olive oil

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Preparation: In a large saucepan, cook sausage and ground beef over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.Add the onion, celery and garlic. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until tender.Stir in the tomatoes, beans, broth, tomato paste, brown sugar, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, cumin and red pepper fl akes. Bring to a boil.Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.Sprinkle with cheese if you like and serve immediately.

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The journey of honey begins with humble honey bees. Whether buzzing in their hives or foraging for nectar in wide open fields, honey bees are a critical component of today’s agricultural market. They perform the vital function of pollination, or the transferring of pollen from plant to plant, thus fertilizing the plants and enabling them to bear fruit. In fact, about one-third of the U.S. diet is derived from insect-pollinated plants and honey bees are responsible for about 80 percent of that process. Major crops that depend on honey bees for pollination consist of almonds, apples, avocados, blueberries – the list goes on and on.

For centuries, honey has been thought of as a kitchen staple, but honey is so much more than a culinary ingredient. Honey’s versatility is endless, spanning the bathroom vanity, the gym and even the medicine cabinet. Honey is a humectant, meaning it attracts and retains moisture, thus giving your skin a natural glow and the perfect ingredient to add to your beauty routine. Honey is also an effective and all-natural energy booster, containing approximately 17 grams of carbohydrates per tablespoon. Finally, honey has been used for centuries as a natural cough suppressant, helping to soothe and relieves the irritation of a cough.

All the wonderful benefits of honey could not be made possible without the incredible honey bee. The National Honey Board is committed to finding ways to help beekeepers maintain the health of their honey bees and was among the first to provide funding for Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) research in early 2007. Since 2004, the National Honey Board has funded multiple honey bee health research projects every year, which can be found on our website www.honey.com.

Without the honey bees hard work in pollinating the blueberries, these Blueberry Muffins with Salted Honey Crumble wouldn’t be possible. Honey acts as a humectant, helping to retain and attract moisture, leaving these muffins soft and moist. These muffins would make the perfect addition to your breakfast meal or a great snack throughout the day.

bLueberrY muffINS wItH SaLted HoNeY CrumbLeIngredientsFor Crumble:½ cup - light brown sugar10 tablespoons - unsalted butter, softened4 tablespoons - clover honey½ teaspoon - vanilla extract

1¼ cup - all-purpose flour1½ teaspoons - kosher saltFor Muffins:2 cups - all-purpose flour2 teaspoons - baking powder½ teaspoon - kosher salt1 cup - sugar½ cup - unsalted butter, softened3 tablespoons - honey (use a mild, light varietal)1 teaspoon - vanilla extract2 - large eggs½ cup - milk2 cups - fresh blueberries

Directions: For the salted honey crumble: In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment,

combine the brown sugar, butter, clover honey and vanilla; beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the flour and salt. Mix on low speed just until the mixture comes together and develops a sandy texture. Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 30 minutes.

For the muffins: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 12 muffin cups and dust with flour. In a small bowl combine the flour, baking powder and salt.

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together sugar, butter, honey and vanilla. Add eggs one at a time and mix well; stir in milk. Add the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Remove the bowl from the mixer and gently fold in blueberries using a rubber spatula. Scoop the mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about three-fourths full. Sprinkle each top with 1 tablespoon of the salted honey crumble. Bake on the center rack of oven until golden, about 30 to 35 minutes.

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TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min.

Bake: 20 min. MAKES:2 servings

Ingredients:8 fresh asparagus spears2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)1 tablespoon Dijon mustard4 fresh sage leaves

2 slices provolone cheese (1 ounce each)2 slices deli ham (3/4 ounce each)1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1-1/2 teaspoons butter1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth

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Directions: In a large skillet, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry.

Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread mustard over one side of each chicken breast. Down the center of each, place two sage leaves, a cheese slice, ham slice and four asparagus spears. Fold chicken over asparagus; secure with toothpicks.

Place flour and egg in separate shallow bowls. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip chicken in the flour, egg, then bread crumb mixture.

In a large skillet, brown chicken on all sides in butter and oil. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Add wine to skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Pour over chicken.

Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Discard toothpicks.

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Cooking School for the ninth year in a row. All attendees will have a chance to win the KitchenAid Professional Stand Mixer given by Atkinson Toyota at the end of the show. Be sure to check out our vehicles at the show or stop by our showroom and service facility in Bryan-College Station or our Madisonville location.

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We thank you for putting your trust in the products and services we off er. It is our genuine desire that you are completely happy. Our commitment to excellence is our commitment to you. It is our realization that our continued success depends on your happiness. Th e biggest diff erence you’ll experience at Atkinson Toyota is a friendly staff of dedicated, well-trained, and professional employees who understand and deliver the Atkinson Toyota commitment to our customers. Helping folks in the Brazos Valley go places!

Enjoy the show and your goody bag fi lled with great information, wonderful items and fun gadgets. Let’s get cooking!

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In the salon, there is a team of highly- trained stylists who provide experience and knowledge of all the latest trends. Whether you are looking for color or highlights, a style for your upcoming wedding, or simply a new cut, Celebrity Spa and Salon off ers it all – including the Pureology Color Care Hair line and is recognized as an Elite Redken Salon.

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for 25 years. Located at the intersection of Rock Prairie Road and Wellborn Road in College Station, Factory Builder Stores carries all major brands of appliances as well as Jacuzzi Tubs. Factory Builder Stores is proud to feature the Bosche appliance lines being used in this year’s Taste of Home Cooking Show. Stop by their showroom to get a close up look at the premiere appliances being used on stage!

Bosch has been designing home and kitchen appliances for over 125 years, consistently raising

the standards in quietness, effi ciency and integrated design. Bosch frequently receives top ratings in leading consumer publications and is the winner of the Energy Star ® Sustained Excellence Award. As part of the third largest appliance manufacturer in the world Bosch has been selling high performance German – engineered major home appliances and cooking appliances in the United States since 1991. Bosch’s full line of household appliances helps make every day a little easier. Th eir collection of kitchen appliances and major appliances are dependable, easy to use, and energy effi cient.

GroCerY SpoNSorAfter taking part in this year’s Taste of Home Cooking

School, be sure to visit your H-E-B Showtime kitchen where something tasty is always cooking. Th e live, family-friendly demonstration provides easy solutions with simple recipes and products that will change the way you feel about whipping up a homemade meal. H-E-B Showtime is open 7 days a week and prepares a variety of recipes fresh each day. If you like what you taste, pick up simple recipe cards and the products you need right there in our kitchen. You can even ask a Showtime Specialist for suggestions and alternatives. Visit Showtime every time you shop your neighborhood H-E-B. We promise to continue to amaze you with the new ideas, recipes, and unique products you won’t fi nd anywhere else.

Let our experienced Showtime Specialists show you how to get dinner on the table in only minutes.

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in racks, and online 24 hours a day at theeagle.com. Download the mobile app for added convenience.

You will find valuable news and resources about the Brazos Valley community every day of the week. Refer to the Date Book Calendar on page two every day to see current details on social, community and entertainment events.

On Mondays, get your week off to a great start, with At Your Service, an in-depth look at local businesses and what unique services and products they have to offer. If you are a foodie, or just want great ideas on feeding the family, check out our informative Food Section on Wednesdays. Wednesdays are also the day to learn the latest in health and fitness related topics and see the weekly listing of scores for area restaurants inspected by the Brazos County Health Department. Every Thursday, our Brazos Business pages bring up-to-date, in-depth coverage of the area’s economy and current business trends. If you want to get great ideas on how to spend a night out on the town, check out Go in every Thursday issue. Gardening tips are in bloom every Friday, with informative columns and current calendar. Check out the Wheels section on Saturday for hot-selling vehicles from local dealers and the latest automotive trends.

Sports fans can enjoy Aggie news with weekly Game Day editions (Saturdays), along with full coverage of high school, NFL and other sporting events throughout the week.

Whether you are buying or selling, Sunday’s HomeFinder section includes local columns to keep you current on trends and educate you on the home market. For lifestyle articles, watch for the quarterly Home in Style magazine and the monthly 50 Plus. And don’t forget about the incredible savings you can get by utilizing valuable coupons and sale inserts in The Eagle.

Find that special pet, home, or auto, plus hundreds of other great deals, in our daily classifieds. Employers and job seekers can find each other in our classifieds, too! Remember to visit theeagle.com for the latest breaking news and weather updates 24/7.

While on the website, sign up to get news delivered to your inbox with our daily email newsletter. Keep current on the latest headlines and community information at twitter.com/theeagle, facebook.com/bcseagle and look for photos from throughout the area at instagram.com/thebcseagle.

Also on our website is ShopBrazos, an interactive, online search directory that includes essential information on every business in BCS: addresses, phone numbers, hours of operation, local food and drink special coupons, and even maps to the businesses. Shopbrazos’ Daily Deals offer a great deals from a variety of local businesses. All you have to do is sign up and keep an eye on your email. Sign up for Shopbrazos Daily Deals at shopbrazos.com/deals.

And editors at the 125-year-old Bryan-College Station Eagle newspaper have created a new website called MyAggieNation.com that culls together big news unfolding on campus with all kinds of fun Aggie-centric offerings. Our original content includes videos, photos, in-depth interviews, how our

beloved traditions have evolved and much more. Here’s a sampling of what you’ll find:

• A history package that examines each year of Aggie football• Photos from the archives; video highlighting our ever-evolving campus• Profiles on Aggies in the headlines (and even some hiding from the

spotlight)• Updates on what entertainers wearing the Aggie ring are up to• A calendar guide to what’s going on around town• Blogs related to all-things-Aggie: Topics include A&M-made jerky that

beats out the competition, an astronaut who played a recording of the Aggie War Hymn in space, a budding country musician, a former cadet now serving in the Middle East.

• The most thorough Aggie Bonfire archive• Videos created by talented students working for the A&M Visualization

Laboratory, which partners with DreamWorks, Disney and other prestigious animation companies.

• News ranging from mysterious finds made by A&M archaeologists to the latest research breakthroughs.

• Did we mention our unmatched Aggie Sports coverage is delivered to you by reporters with more experience on the topic than any other media outlet in the world? Bottom line: You easily can stay plugged in to Aggieland by logging on to a single site – MyAggieNation.com, created by Aggies for Aggies. It’s a good mix of fun, digestible stories and independent reporting by award-winning journalists who are the boots on the ground in Bryan-College Station.

In addition to the website, you can listen to the Aggie Nation call-in sports talk radio show that airs weekdays from 2 to 4 p.m. The show airs locally on KZNE SportsRadio 1150 The Zone, but can be heard around the world through live-streaming. Listeners also can download podcasts from our site.

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accessories…in just about every style that matches your cooking taste!At Ashley Furniture HomeStore, great style doesn’t have to be expensive.

As the #1 furniture retailer and manufacturer in the North America, Ashley Furniture HomeStore is constantly creating and “cooking up” new concepts in furniture and affordable styles that make a statement in your home. You can also find your best night’s sleep after the perfect meal on mattresses and bedding sets from brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Beautyrest, Simmons, Ashley Sleep and more. Find out why more customers are choosing Ashley Furniture HomeStore in College Station!

As multiple winners of the Best of Brazos Valley award (2007 thru 2014) and the Eagle’s Readers’ Choice Award (2009 thru 2014), we are proud to be the sponsors of “The Taste of Home Cooking School”. Enjoy the event and please come visit us at our showroom at 1201 Earl Rudder Freeway South

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St. Joseph Health SystemWhat started as a single hospital in Bryan in 1936

is now a not-for-profit, faith-based health system with over 30 locations across the Brazos Valley.

With six Emergency Departments, five hospitals, multiple diagnostic centers, four Express Care clinics, two long term care centers, a rehab center and a group of employed physicians, receiving expert health care closer to home has never been easier with St. Joseph Health System.

St. Joseph Regional is home to numerous clinical specialties, including emergency and trauma, orthopedics, neuroscience, cardiology, oncology and women’s services. With physician locations throughout the Brazos Valley, our goal is to make it easy for patients to access care right where they live and work. To request an appointment with one of our providers, visit st-joseph.org/appointment or call 979-774-2121.

St. Joseph is the only Level II Trauma Center between Houston, Temple, Austin and San Antonio. We were the region’s first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center and first joint commission certified Level IV Chest Pain Center. We care for more heart attack and stroke patients than any other hospital in the region.

Recently accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers as the only accredited program in the Brazos Valley, St. Joseph Cancer Center provides our community access to nationally recognized, state-of-the-art treatment. Breast cancer patients can also count on the support of our

nurse navigator, who helps guide patients through the diagnosis, treatment and recovery process.

At St. Joseph Regional Health Center, we are proud to carry forward the mission started by the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania, Ohio, so many years ago. We take our mission of providing excellent healthcare and promoting wellness throughout the Brazos Valley very seriously. We have been blessed to serve this community with the highest level of care for nearly 80 years…and we look forward to continuing this tradition into the future.

At Blue Baker, our artisan baking process takes three days. It’s a process that requires small batches, traditional techniques and simple, honest ingredients to craft remarkably flavorful bread. Stop by our artisan

bakery cafe for pastries. Sandwiches. Soup. Salads. Stone-oven pizza. And, of course, our made-from-scratch breads. Learn more about artisan baking at bluebaker.com. And while you’re there, download our daily specials calendar.

CuLINarY CHef SpoNSorSBrazos Valley Museum of Natural HistoryThe Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History, (located in the Brazos Center at

3232 Briarcrest Drive in Bryan) preserves and protects natural and cultural history, promotes science education, and encourages responsible stewardship of all natural and cultural resources.. The Museum broadens the horizons of our visitors with educational programs, exhibits and events. In cooperation with the Arts Council of the Brazos Valley, the City of College Station and the City of Bryan, and a variety of departments at Texas A&M University and Blinn College, we integrate science, history, and art into our exhibits and educational programs. Activities at

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the Museum and outreach to schools and other community organizations enable the Museum to teach respect and appreciation for the region’s natural and cultural history.

The Museum hosts tours, lectures and classes. Educational programs for children include Nature Camps (held every spring/winter break, and summer), Birthday Parties, Boonville Days (our living history fair), and school field trips (or if your school is in the area, we can visit you!). Our Discovery Kits are available to teachers, home schoolers, scouts and others for their own use. Adult lectures also accompany new traveling exhibits at the Museum.

BoneheadsLocally Aggie owned and operated by Heath and Erin Groves, Boneheads is a

relaxed place with a serious taste. Come in and see why Boneheads is spreading nation wide! We have something for EVERYONE...from grilled fish, grilled chicken, grilled vegetables and Boneheads Shrimp to sandwiches, hamburgers, salads and MORE! If you do not want grilled, we have fried too! From Daily Specials, Happy Hours, and Daily Discounts to accommodating your taste buds, Boneheads is the place for you! Boneheads College Station…Relaxed Place, Serious Taste!

Kitchen Work Station Cabinetry – Gerard ConstructionFounded in 2002 by Bryan native, Michael Gerard Patranella ’77,

Gerard Construction is committed to providing a quality product with excellent customer service.

With more than 24 years of banking experience, Michael offers the unique ability to understand both sides of the home building/home buying equation.

Whether you are building your first home, a custom home, looking to upgrade or remodeling a kitchen or more, Gerard Construction would like the opportunity to earn your business. We understand that your home is one of the most important and personal investments that you will make. We offer our clients first-class customer service, communication, and attention to detail throughout the construction process and we are dedicated to providing a quality product at the right price. Call 823-4590 or go online to www.gerard-construction.com

Hillier Funeral Home Hillier Funeral, Cremation and Bereavement Specialists have helped residents of

the Brazos Valley make arrangements for the passing of their loved ones since 1918. The oldest funeral home in Bryan-College Station, Hillier has a reputation for easing families through difficult times and helping them create the best memorial possible. This long-standing tradition of caring professionalism is the reason that Hillier Funeral, Cremation and Bereavement Specialists have been voted the Brazos Valley’s “Best Funeral Home” for the fifth year in a row.

Hillier is the cremation and bereavement specialist in the Brazos Valley. They visit with every family in order to help them create the most personalized ceremony possible. Each ceremony is fully customized, from Life Tributes videos and stationary, to live webcasting from the most interactive website in the area. Hillier also offers a comprehensive grief program. They understand that taking care of a loved one starts before you contact them and continues after services are completed.

The only full concierge funeral home in the Brazos Valley, Hillier Funeral, Cremation and Bereavement Specialists are dedicated to excellence and service while providing the utmost care, compassion, and dignity to every family they serve. Their facilities offer a safe, warm, and inviting atmosphere for your family and friends. Hillier is excited to welcome to you to their second location in College Station which will be opening in the fall of 2014.

The staff at Hillier believes that they were voted “Best of the Brazos Valley” this

year because of the continued high level of personal care and service provided to each and every family they serve. They are dedicated to providing the most professional, ethical and knowledgeable service possible. The staff is humbled and honored to be the recipient of this prestigious award.

Kyle Incardona, Managing Partner’s, philosophy is: every life is precious. He and the Hillier Team have a true passion to comfort families and memorialize loved ones with customized services that no other funeral home in the area can measure up to. No request is too big or small, and no need is too great.

MaidProBrazos Valley’s premier home cleaners.At MaidPro Bryan/College Station, house cleaning and maid services are our

priority. We are located in College Station, just 1 mile from Texas A&M University and deliver personalized, precise services to College Station as well as the surrounding areas. Whether you want a house cleaning in Bryan or maid service in College Station, just call us for all your Brazos Valley cleaning needs.

In business since 2009, MaidPro of Bryan/College Station is owned by Jen and Gene Curtiss, who opened their MaidPro location with management experience and the desire to have a more flexible schedule. Jen and Gene proudly standby MaidPro’s 49-Point Checklist™ and the magic it brings to homes—most people would never know that little things, like wiping away fingerprints from door jambs, can really make a big difference. Fans of College Station’s small-town feel and their friendly neighbors, Jen and Gene are dedicated to making folks smile one clean house at a time.

Your home, cleaned just the way you like it.At MaidPro, we customize our service to meet your needs and budget. We offer a

full range of house cleaning services and use a 49-Point Checklist™ to ensure your

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home is cleaned correctly, every time, guaranteed. Kitchens, bathrooms, floors and dusting are our specialties. Beyond that, we focus on areas of your home selected by you.

Professional maid service, with a personal touch.We know and trust our MaidPro employees on a personal and professional level.

Our cleaning PROs undergo thorough background checks prior to employment and are bonded and insured. They also receive extensive maid service training to instill the skills needed to clean to the highest standards—yours! And while we strive to help our employees work to their greatest ability, we also make sure to have fun. Because when you love what you do, it shows in your work.

Perrine WineryEstablished in 2011. Perrine Winery is a family owned small batch artisan

winery, specializing in award winning American grown varietals, world grown varietal blends, fruit-infused, and dessert wines all made on site. We offer over 60 hand crafted wines by the glass and bottle, or you can bottle your own batch. Our tasting room offers a unique relaxing atmosphere that is perfect for enjoying our wines with friends and family. Forty-five (45) of our wines have won medals at international & regional competitions. http://www.perrinewinery.com

Perrine Winery is located at 900 Harvey Road, in the Post Oak Village Shopping Center.

The Pampered Chef® Cindy DeWitt and Jill Westbrook - Your Local Independent Consultants

The Pampered Chef® is the premier direct seller of quality kitchen tools and accessories. We have a passion for providing unique products designed to save you time and money, and showing you how to make delicious and budget-friendly recipes that bring families and friends together at the table. Our tools help make meal preparation quick and easy, and save families money by eating at home, even with today’s busy lifestyles. Stop by The Pampered Chef® booth to see our new fall products, learn about hosting a show, receive information about our business opportunity, or place an order with your Taste of Home discount coupon. Contact a local consultant at 979-777-3832 or 979-450-0764 or visit our Web sites at www.pamperedchef.biz/cindydewitt or www.pamperedchef.biz/jillwestbrook.

ScentsyScentsy began with a simple idea - a safe, wickless alternative to scented candles

- and quickly grew into one of the most successful direct selling companies in the industry. Scentsy Makes Perfect Scents! The beautiful ceramic warmer houses a low-watt light bulb that slowly melts the fragrant Scentsy bar and fills your home or office with one of more than 80 great, long-lasting scents! Because there is no flame, Scentsy is safer than a candle. It won’t burn you or your children, or start fires the way candles can. And there is no dirty or dangerous smoke to breathe. We offer home parties, book parties, basket parties, fundraisers and online ordering. We hope you will be inspired by our delightful fragrance and distinctive warmers. Please stop by our booth and party wickless with us! Or email beebeeh.scentsy.us.

vaNILLa beaN Cake wItH wHIte CHoCoLate GaNaCHeTOTAL TIME: Prep: 1 – 1/2 hours.Bake: 35 min.+ CoolingMAKES: 16 servingsIngredients: 6 eggs1 cup unsalted butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar, divided2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 vanilla bean3 cups cake flour3 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup whole milk

WHITE CHOCOLATE GANACHE:12 ounces white baking chocolate, finely chopped1/2 cup heavy whipping creamSWISS BUTTERCREAM:1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar4 egg whites

1 cup unsalted butter, softened7 tablespoons shortening1 teaspoon vanilla extract

FILLING:1/3 cup apricot preserves1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

GARNISH:Additional sliced fresh strawberries

Separate eggs; let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Line two greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment paper and grease the paper; set aside.

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Split vanilla bean and scrape seeds into creamed mixture; discard bean. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition.

In a small bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining sugar, about 2 tablespoons at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form. Fold a fourth of egg whites into the batter, then fold in remaining whites. Transfer to prepared baking pans.

Bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Place chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Cool, stirring occasionally, to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Beat with an electric mixer until ganache is double in volume, about 2 minutes.

For buttercream, in a small bowl, combine sugar and cream of tartar. Place egg whites in a double boiler or metal bowl over simmering water; stir in the sugar mixture.

Constantly whisk egg mixture until mixture reaches 120-130°. (Do not overheat.) Stirring gently, keep the egg white mixture at 120-130° for 2 minutes. Immediately transfer to a mixing bowl. With a whisk attachment, beat egg white mixture on high speed for 5 minutes. Reduce speed; beat 5 minutes longer or until cool and stiff. Transfer to a large bowl.

In the same mixing bowl with whisk attachment, beat butter, shortening and vanilla until light and fluffy. With a spatula, stir a fourth of the egg white mixture into creamed mixture until no white streaks remain. Fold in remaining egg white mixture until combined. If frosting is not completely smooth, attach paddle beater to mixer and beat on low speed for about 1 minute.

Cut each cake horizontally into two layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; spread with half of ganache. Top with another cake layer. Spread with apricot preserves; top with sliced strawberries. Place third cake layer on top; spread with remaining ganache. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread buttercream over top and sides of cake. Top with additional sliced strawberries.

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Texas Pete® hot sauces have been the “not-so-secret” secret weapons of southern cooks for years. Now, with the release of CHA! by Texas Pete® , home cooks and professional chefs alike are enjoying the extra kick this sriracha sauce adds to their tried-and-true recipes.Sriracha sauce originally came to America from Thailand and certainly

complements Asian-style food. However, CHA! by Texas Pete® offers a fiery blend of heat and sweet that is remarkably versatile on a wide variety of cuisines. With the inclusion of Texas Pete’s latest sauce, the company offers a sauce for

every occasion. In addition to CHA!, Texas Pete® produces:Texas Pete® Original Hot Sauce • Texas Pete® Hotter Hot SauceTexas Pete® Garlic Hot Sauce • Texas Pete® Green Pepper Sauce

Texas Pete® Wing Sauces (three varieties)Texas Pete® Chili Sauce • Texas Pete® Honey Mustard Sauce

Texas Pete® Seafood Cocktail SauceThe Texas Pete website (www.TexasPete.com) features professionally

developed recipes using these sauces, including CHA! Among the favorites is the Texas Pete CHA! Spicy Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf that is sure to please family and guests alike.

teXaS pete® SpICY baCoN wrapped meatLoaf

INGREDIENTS:2 lbs ground pork1/4 cup ginger, fresh, finely grated4 cloves garlic, fresh minced1/2 cup scallions, fresh, thinly sliced1/2 cup cilantro, fresh, rough chopped2 tbsp. soy sauce1 tbsp. sesame oil4 tbsp. CHA! by Texas Pete® 2 eggs1 cup panko bread crumbs8 slices bacon, thick sliced

GLAZE INGREDIENTS:1/2 cup hoisin sauce1/4 cup CHA! by Texas Pete

PREPARATION: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Place the ground pork into a large mixing bowl. Add the grated ginger, garlic,

scallions, cilantro, soy sauce, sesame oil and the Cha! By Texas Pete® and mix well until fully combined.Next, add one egg at a time followed by the panko breadcrumbs. Mix until

everything is evenly incorporated. Do not over mix.Line a sheet tray with aluminum foil and lightly coat with either olive oil or

non-stick spray.Place a large piece of plastic wrap on a clean work surface. Arrange the bacon

strips on the plastic wrap one at a time overlapping them lengthwise just enough so that there is no space in between each strip of bacon. Place another piece of plastic wrap large enough to fit over the whole sheet of bacon and press down firmly. Using a mallet carefully pound the bacon strips to tenderize and to stick together. The sheet of bacon will widen a few inches on each side and should be approximately 10 inches long by 8 inches wide. Remove the top layer of plastic wrap and discard.Keep the bacon on the bottom sheet of plastic wrap. Turn the plastic wrap

with the bacon so the strips are facing you vertically. Form the meatloaf into the shape of a log horizontally onto the center of the sheet against the strips of bacon. Carefully roll the bacon with the meatloaf tightly keeping it in the shape of a log. Place the meatloaf onto the sheet tray. Carefully remove the plastic wrap from the bacon.Sprinkle the top of the bacon wrapped meatloaf with all of the sesame seeds.Place the meatloaf into the oven to bake for approximately 1 hour or until an

internal temperature of 165 degrees has been reached.While the meatloaf is cooking prepare the glaze. Combine the Hoisin sauce

with the Cha! By Texas Pete® and mix well. Glaze the meatloaf with this mixture 2-3 times during the second half hour of cooking.When the meatloaf is fully cooked remove from the oven and let it rest for

approximately 15 minutes before slicing.

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to Help Infuse More Nutrition and Flavor into Homemade Meals

At-Home Chefs Learn the Benefi ts of Using Eggland’s Best Eggs in Their Favorite Dishes.To commemorate high quality fresh ingredients at-home chefs enjoy using

in the kitchen, Eggland’s Best (EB) will once again partner with The Taste of Home Cooking School this fall. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to make delicious

recipes for family and friends using Eggland’s Best eggs, which are superior to ordinary eggs. The better taste, nutrition and freshness of Eggland’s Best eggs are due to Eggland’s Best’s quality assurance program, which includes an all-vegetarian hen diet of healthy grains and oils. Compared to ordinary eggs, Eggland’s Best eggs contain 10 times more

vitamin E, four times more vitamin D, more than double the Omega 3 and 25% less saturated fat. In addition, Eggland’s Best eggs contain 60

calories per large egg, whereas ordinary large eggs contain 70 calories. An independent study published in The Journal of Applied Poultry Research also revealed that Eggland’s Best eggs are fresher and stay fresher longer than ordinary eggs. Eggland’s Best eggs come in a number of varieties including Organic, Cage

Free, Hard-Cooked Peeled and Liquid Egg Whites.

Is your inner cook craving a new recipe? Try this Eggs with Feta & Asparagus recipe, it’s a great dish to share with family and friends for dinner parties and holiday gatherings.

eGGS wItH feta & aSparaGuSCarol Heine; New Prague, MN

Prep/Total Time: 20 min.Ingredients:1 cup cut fresh asparagus (2-inch pieces)1 tablespoon butter4 Eggland’s Best eggs1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt4 strips ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon, crumbled1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add asparagus. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter until hot. Add eggs; reduce heat to

low. Cook until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard. Sprinkle with seasoned salt. Transfer eggs to serving plates; top with asparagus, bacon and cheese. Yield: 2 servings.

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It’s no secret - the culinary world is clawing at foods rich in fresh herbs…from Jean Georges Vongerichten’s Black Bass with chiles, herbs red bliss potatoes and spinach, which was just voted one of the best dishes by The New York Times, to New York magazine’s account of the “brash aggressive fl avors” of garlic and chiles that turn caulifl ower and Brussels sprouts into a ‘can’t miss’ dish - fresh herbs are a recurring theme that cannot be ignored.

Foodies agree that a starring role of fresh herbs in fi ne cuisine is one of the hottest trends in the culinary world today. Chefs delight in using herbs to pack a fl avorful punch, and restaurants are hiring foragers to scour the parks and forests to bring back nature’s bounty. Up until now, home cooks have had to buy large quantities of herbs from farmer’s markets or grocery stores. All that has changed. Dorot, an international purveyor of fi ne herbs and seasonings, has arrived on American soil to give consumers the benefi ts of farm-fresh herbs without the hassle, expense and short shelf life of fresh produce.

Despite their popularity and coveted fl avor profi les, fresh herbs are frequently used in small quantities and often go to waste. Sensing this quandary, Dorot has introduced a line of fresh herbs and spices that are chopped and quickly frozen in convenient pre-portioned ice cube trays. Gourmets on the go will appreciate the time-saving convenience of pre-portioned herbs.

There’s no need to chop, grate or even defrost: just add a cube to whatever’s cooking.

“The only thing more painful than seeing a beautifully prepared meal go to waste, is seeing the ingredients get spoiled before they’ve even had a chance to be prepared,” said Dorot’s CEO & VP of International Marketing, Tal Tal-Or. “Consumers can tell when a piece of fi sh or meat is truly fresh. Herbs and seasonings are no different.”

Dorot’s slim trays fi t easily in a cramped freezer and can last up to 24 months so fresh herbs are within reach at all times. Furthermore, Dorot is all natural (no preservatives, trans fats, food coloring, or cholesterol) and gluten-free.

Dorot is available in numerous fl avors, including Crushed Garlic, Crushed Ginger, Chopped Basil, Cilantro, Parsley, Chili and Dill. Dorot Fresh Herbs and Spices can be found in many grocery stores. More information is available at www.mydorot.com.

IrreSIStIbLe fLavored CHeeSe popSICLeSIngredients for about 16 units: 1/2 cup goat cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup soft cream cheese Mix all the cheese kinds and put in a bowl, divide into 4 portions.

Garlic & Dill Cheese Balls, add: 1 Dorot Crushed Garlic cubes 4 Dorot Chopped Dill cubes Mix with 1/4 of the cheese, roll 4 balls and refrigerate.

For Chili Cheese Balls, add: 3 Dorot Chopped Chili cubes Mix with 1/4 of the cheese, roll 4 balls and refrigerate. For Basil & Dried Tomatoes Cheese Balls, add 1 tablespoon of chopped dried tomatoes 4 Chopped Basil cubes Mix with 1/4 of the cheese, roll 4 balls and refrigerate. For Garlic Cheese Balls coated with crushed pistachios, 3 Dorot Crushed Garlic cubes 3 tsp of crushed pistachiosMix garlic cubes with 1/4 of the cheese roll 4 balls; roll the balls in crushed pistachios and refrigerate.

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pHYSICIaNS mutuaL vaLueS CoNverSatIoN at tHe kItCHeN tabLe

COMPANY SET TO SPONSOR COOKING SCHOOLS

Omaha, Neb., June 2014 – Physicians Mutual is pleased to announce their sponsorship of the fall Taste of Home Cooking Schools for the second consecutive year. Physicians Mutual believes it’s the good food, good conversation and good company that make dinner around the kitchen table so special.

“Over the past year, Physicians Mutual agents across the country have enjoyed the opportunity to exhibit at several Taste of Home cooking schools and meet many of the attendees,” said Ben Baldwin, Senior Vice President – Physicians Mutual.

For Physicians Mutual customers, employees and agents, the kitchen table is life’s centerpiece. It’s where meals are served, laughter is shared, homework is done and unforgettable conversations take place. It’s where family decisions get made.

“Our partnership over the past year with Physicians Mutual has been wonderful,” said Erin Puariea, General Manager of The Taste of Home Cooking School. “Like Taste of Home, Physicians Mutual truly values the importance of spending time around the kitchen table with family. It’s the heart of the home and the foundation of our sensibility. Our community loves sharing good food with family and friends - real food from real home cooks.”

Physicians Mutual has a 97% customer satisfaction rating* and the recipes shared at the cooking school are certain to satisfy your family. This simple dinner dish is sure to bring everyone to the table for good food and conversation.

Greek-StYLe LemoN-GarLIC CHICkeNI love celebrating my Greek heritage with this super simple and scrumptious

Sunday dinner. Prep time is a breeze and the ingredient list is relatively short for such a fl avorful one-dish meal. Each time I make this I’m transported back to my ya-ya, who gave me the special honor of squeezing the lemons! —Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 1 hourIngredients:8 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3 pounds)1 cup pitted Greek olives8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)1/2 cup olive oil

3 tablespoons lemon juice6 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons dried oregano1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium

chicken brothDirections: Preheat oven to 375°. Scrub potatoes; cut each into eight

wedges and place in a shallow roasting pan. Top with olives and chicken. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, oregano and pepper

until blended.Drizzle over chicken and potatoes. Pour chicken broth around chicken

into pan.Bake, uncovered, 60-70 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in

chicken reads 170°-175° and potatoes are tender. Serve with pan juices. Yield: 8 servingsAbout Physicians MutualPhysicians Mutual Insurance Company and Physicians Life Insurance

Company are members of the Physicians Mutual family. Physicians Mutual Insurance Company offers reliable Medicare Supplement, dental and supplemental health insurance. Physicians Life Insurance Company provides important life insurance coverage and annuities. In 2012, they entered the funeral pre-planning market to help meet the growing needs of funeral home owners and the families they serve. The companies have more than $3 billion in assets and consistently maintain some of the highest fi nancial strength ratings in the nation from independent insurance analysts, including A.M. Best Company and Weiss Ratings.

Founded in 1902, Physicians Mutual is headquartered in Omaha, Neb. To learn more about the company, please visit www.PhysiciansMutual.com.

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