FOOD
Stop over for a bite ... of dazzling holiday appetizers 
Right around this time every year, I realize I’ve spent enough time baking holiday cookies. I’m ready to put my feet up and just nibble on all the sweet treats I’ve concocted as I read the Christmas letters piling up on the counter.
By Sue Doeden , December 22, 2009
Bug-A-Boo Bay to close soon
After nine years of business, Bug-A-Boo Bay in Alexandria is closing.
Owners Dave and Debbie Bistodeau said that the restaurant on North Nokomis will shut its doors for good on January 1, 2010.
By Al Edenloff , December 16, 2009
Oh, my darlin' clementine
I caught a glimpse of myself in my rearview mirror the other morning and saw that I was laughing. It wasn’t brought on by something I heard on the radio. I was chuckling at my crazy self as I drove 10 miles to the grocery store in town.
By Sue Doeden , December 16, 2009
Ham Strudel made with phyllo dough
A few weeks ago, on one of those sunshiny Saturdays in November, my husband and I decided to take a day trip. Early that morning we got in the car and headed south from Bemidji.
By Sue Doeden , December 09, 2009
Bistro to Go joins downtown group
Bistro to Go in Alexandria recently joined the Downtown Merchants Association (DMA).
December 04, 2009
Small liquor store with big heart
When the patrons of Miltona Liquor Store were asked to participate in a challenge, they didn’t only step up to the plate, they hit a grand slam home run.
By Celeste Beam , December 02, 2009
Holiday Spinach Salad showcases colors of the season
Every year at this time, I would sit with my dad at the kitchen table. He’d pull out his pocket knife and score the thick ruby skin of the fruit. Then he’d use his fingers to pull the pomegranate apart, red juice squirting everywhere.
By Sue Doeden , December 02, 2009
It's a snap to make these holiday cookies
In Denmark, they’re called Brune kager. In Finland, their name is Piparkakut, and in Norway, Pepperkaker or Brune kaker. When I’m with my Swedish friends, they are definitely Pepparkakor. But, if you’re not Scandinavian, (I’m not) just call these thin, crisp and lightly spiced cookies Christmas Ginger Snaps.
By Sue Doeden , November 24, 2009
Layers of flavors: Why not try something new with layered vegetable dish?
It doesn’t seem so long ago when my adult sons were young boys. As if it were yesterday, I can see them sitting at the dinner table. And as clear as day, I can see the twisted look on their faces as they say, “Why can’t we have the same potatoes we had last week? Why do we always have to try something new?”
By Sue Doeden , November 18, 2009
Looking for an alternative to pumpkin pie? Try this tasty tart
It happens every year in November. It never fails. It’s already happened this year.
By Sue Doeden , November 11, 2009
Get ready to stuff a truck
Calling all students: Food needed for ninth annual Stuff-A-Truck food drive.
November 06, 2009
Mac and cheese: An old favorite gets a new twist
Every year at this time, I get such a craving for homemade macaroni and cheese. I pull out my old “Better Homes and Gardens Cook Book” that my mom and dad gave me when I was in high school. I turn to page 140, well worn with sticky spots and a little tear. That’s where my favorite macaroni and cheese recipe lurks.
By Sue Doeden , November 04, 2009
Whiskey Creek transforms into Tennessee Roadhouse
They say change is the spice of life, and Kevin and Connie Lee Cunningham are keeping things spicy.
October 30, 2009
Food to be distributed in Evansville Friday
Evansville Horizons, along with West Central Community Action, North Country Food Bank and the Grant County Food Shelf, will distribute food in four western Minnesota communities this Friday, October 30.
October 28, 2009
Divine doughnuts make this grandma a hero
I carefully measured out all of the ingredients. I pulled out my big dough board. My deep, heavy cast-iron pan was filled with oil and I clipped a thermometer to the side. A baking sheet was lined with layers of paper toweling. I took a deep breath.
By Sue Doeden , October 28, 2009
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Fast food
I am not a big fan of fast food, except for places like Subway, Quiznos and Jimmy John's. I know what you're probably thinking...they're all sandwich places and are not always the healthiest. You're right - kind of. At Subway, I can order the chicken breast sandwich minus the cheese and mayo, of co
Posted by: Confessions of a Fat Girl on Feb 15, 2010 at 8:10 AM | Confessions of a Fat GirlOlive Garden, swimsuits and ice cream
My husband and I decided to take a spontaneous trip to St. Cloud on Friday and Saturday. It's only an hour away from where we live, but it was so nice to get away! We stayed at Country Inn and Suites near downtown. Nice hotel with a great continental breakfast complete with scrambled eggs, biscuits
Posted by: Confessions of a Fat Girl on Feb 14, 2010 at 10:45 AM | Confessions of a Fat GirlOUR VOICES No baking required for these quick & easy Oatmeal-Peanut Butter Pop Hearts
Posted by: sdoeden on Feb 13, 2010 at 12:01 AM | All About Food
C-R-A-V-I-N-G-S!!!!
Cravings. Why do we get them and why are they always for foods that aren’t necessarily good for us? Well, ok, the cravings I have are NEVER for foods that are good for me. And no, my cravings have nothing to do with a bun in the oven because this isn't one, nor will there ever be one! My cravi
Posted by: Confessions of a Fat Girl on Feb 11, 2010 at 1:00 PM | Confessions of a Fat GirlOUR VOICES Say Love You with Nutella and Jelly
My collection of heart-shaped cookie
Hungry girl
I am an Internet and computer junkie, really, I am. I definitely know my husband would attest that. I am always online checking out different websites - whether it's a cool photographer (http://meganphoto.com/blog/) or a really interesting personal journey, although not health related (http://www.m
Posted by: Confessions of a Fat Girl on Feb 9, 2010 at 1:15 PM | Confessions of a Fat GirlMy own spaghetti sauce
I can't remember if I have posted anything about the spaghetti sauce I make, so I thought I would do it now. I have to admit, it's kind of good. In fact, my husband actually asked me to make it tonight for supper because he was craving it. He was actually craving something I make. Now that's a littl
Posted by: Confessions of a Fat Girl on Feb 8, 2010 at 7:30 PM | Confessions of a Fat GirlOUR VOICES Swedish Pancakes paired with unlikely partners
Posted by: sdoeden on Feb 7, 2010 at 12:01 AM | All About Food
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