Slow Cooker Beef and Vegetable Stew with Guinness Stout

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Nothing fills up your belly better than a hearty, slow-cooked beef stew with carrots, onions, and potatoes. In our version, we give it even more robust flavor by adding a whole bottle of Guinness stout. Mixed with tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs, our stew is a real crowd pleaser. Get the recipe now on Foodal.

The Best Ways to Use Cinnamon for Sweet or Savory Dishes

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Cinnamon adds its distinct flavor and fragrance to a wide array of foods. Sweetly spicy, it’s a natural with beverages, fruit, grains, nuts, proteins, and vegetables – a truly versatile ingredient. And did you know one variety is better for desserts? Find out now how to choose the best for sweet or savory dishes.

Getting Started With Homemade Pasta: Basic Semolina

Getting Started With Past - Basic Semolina | Foodal.com

Want to try your hand at homemade pasta? If so, a basic Semolina style is the easiest way to begin. Let Foodal show you step-by-step how to turn ordinary flour into noodle goodness. Read now to get the recipe and a bunch of bonus tips and techniques.

9 Creative and Inexpensive Gift Ideas That You Can Make in the Kitchen

9 Creative Gift Ideas That You Can Make in the Kitchen | Foodal.com

It doesn’t seem to matter if you’re the giver or receiver, homemade gifts have a personal touch that shows the thought and consideration – and ones from the kitchen are always a big hit. Shopping is easy too – the grocery store pretty much covers it all. And, they’re economical, attractive and can be easily personalized with your own creative flair.

Learning to Live with Food Allergies in 6 Easy Steps

Learning to Live with Food Allergies in 6 Easy Steps | Foodal.com

Were you or a loved one recently diagnosed with a food allergy and you’re trying to figure out what to do next? You’re not alone. And Foodal is here to help! Read on for 6 easy steps to navigate delicious dining with food allergies and intolerances.

Cooking With Gluten-Free Garbanzo Bean Flour

Cooking With Gluten Free Garbanzo Bean Flour | Foodal.com

Garbanzo bean flour (also called chickpea flour) is one of the best gluten-free substitutes for wheat flour available. Read about how to use this wholesome product – recipes included!

The Natural Cleaning Power of Lemon

Lemon as a cleanser | Foodal.com

Household cleaners of one variety or another always seem to find their way onto the weekly grocery list. Unfortunately, they are expensive and sometime have unnecessary chemicals. Not long ago, I came across a shop in Chicago that specialized in natural cleansing products for the home, and after perusing the shelves found an all-purpose citrus …

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Corn and Black Bean Empanadas

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An easy recipe for appetizers for any get-together, from 4th of July to New Year’s. And they are a great crowd-pleaser for game day! They are also perfect as a meal for a smaller crowd. Black beans and fresh corn pair with enchilada sauce and a sprinkling of cotija cheese to make a truly delectable dish. Get the recipe now!

Macaroni Salad with Fresh Herbs

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Our homemade macaroni salad is a rejuvenating update on a side dish favorite. While you’ll recognize many popular ingredients in the mix like celery, hard-boiled eggs, and a mayo-based dressing, our bold and bright additions of assorted fresh herbs will breathe new life into this classic. Read more now.

Mediterranean Spinach and Cheese Crepes

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Are you seeking a savory homemade crepe recipe you can make for lunch or dinner? These spinach and cheese crepes find inspiration from fresh and bold Mediterranean flavors, using melt-in-your-mouth greens, creamy Greek yogurt, briny crumbled feta, and freshly grated lemon zest. Learn how to make the recipe now.