Devilish Deviled Eggs

Devilish Deviled Eggs

Healthy Recipes, The Dish

History tells us that the deviled egg dates back to Ancient Rome and was often served as a spicy starter that, over time, was gradually modified and mellowed down by the addition of mayonnaise, sour cream or yogurt. Today’s traditional deviled egg is delightful in so many simple, Southern ways, but the classic recipe is … Read More

Chipotle Steak Salad

Chipotle Steak Salad

Healthy Recipes, The Dish

The star ingredient in this salad? Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, which are smoked jalapenos mixed in a sweet and tangy coating of vinegar, tomatoes, garlic and spices. Packed with wicked heat, these peppers have a balanced smoky-savory flavor that packs a huge punch. Find them in short 2-4 inch cans in the international aisle … Read More

Hot Stuff

Hot Stuff

Great Goods, Online Exclusives

Some like it hot, and if you’re in this fiery faction, and you like to “eat local,” you’re in luck. Several spicy Alabama-made treats are available to really turn up the heat. Southern Chili Lab Hot Sauces & Chili Crisp This brand-new, Alabama-coast-based condiment company is turning out several varieties of hot sauce and a … Read More

Too-Good Tomato Pie

Too-Good Tomato Pie

Healthy Recipes, The Dish

Tomato therapy is a thing, or at least it should be. There are few things better than a just-picked tomato; it’s one simple ingredient that can totally transform a dish. I love that tomato season lingers here in the South. Big fat heirlooms are available well into football season and sometimes even early fall. When … Read More

Frozen Peanut Butter Cups

Frozen Peanut Butter Cups

Healthy Recipes, The Dish

It’s hard to imagine how you can make a chocolate peanut butter cup better than it already is. But we’ve done it! These indulgently rich sweet-and-salty treats have far less sugar than what you’ll find at the supermarket. And by freezing them, you can have an ice-cold bite of heaven any time of day without … Read More

Creating a Smoke-Free City

Creating a Smoke-Free City

Forward Motion, Online Exclusives

The statistics on the dangers of smoking and second-hand smoke are staggering: Tobacco is the leading preventable cause of death in the United States. It kills more people than alcohol, AIDS, car crashes, illegal drugs, murders and suicides combined. Aiming to change these numbers for the better in Montgomery, The Alabama Department of Public Health … Read More

Lemon Icebox Cake

Lemon Icebox Cake

Healthy Recipes, The Dish

Ice box cakes are so easy and so good and great for simple summer entertaining. No oven required! They are best made ahead so that all the flavors can meld and soak into each and every sponge-and-cream filled bite. This one is light, bright and brilliant, using only five ingredients! Most ice box cakes are … Read More

Mango Buttermilk Popsicles

Mango Buttermilk Popsicles

Healthy Recipes, The Dish

Summer is peak mango season!  And these treats balance the buttery smooth sweetness of a ripe mango with the tangy, bold flavors of buttermilk. Mangoes are packed full of flavor and naturally sweet goodness, as well as antioxidants and fiber.  Subbing buttermilk for part of the heavy cream gives these pops a refreshingly lower calorie … Read More