Nut mixes are simple to make and go with almost anything you’re serving. Plus, the nuts will give you a healthy dose of fat and protein to help keep you and your guests feeling satisfied. Recipe and ...

Roasted Holiday Almonds Serves 4-6 Ingredients 2 cups raw almonds 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. sea salt 1 tsp. smoked paprika Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Toss all ingredients in a ...

Za’atar is a traditional Middle Eastern spice blend that combines thyme, oregano, sumac and sesame seeds. Add it to almonds for a tangy, nutty bite. If you already have a prepared za’atar spice blend ...

FARGO — I adore finger foods, also known as small plates, tapas, or, in Italian, cicchetti. On a recent trip to the Twin Cities, I enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Broders’ Pasta Bar in south Minneapolis ...

Aside from the price and the cachet, Champagne is one of life’s simplest pleasures -- just lifting a glass is a mood-altering experience. But it brings out the Gaudi in hosts. Who doesn’t want to take ...