Christmas Recipe

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

Tomorrow is Christmas Day, and as we finish decorating and putting presents under the tree, the last thing left to do is prepare the menu for the holiday meal.

A dish that will be a definite crowd pleaser is a plate of pomegranate-glazed Christmas ribs. With a sticky-sweet and slightly spicy barbecue sauce and garnished with fresh pomegranate seeds that create ruby-like flecks of color and add a tangy crunch in every bite, these ribs will be the crown jewel of the dinner table.

Pomegranate-Glazed Christmas Ribs Recipe | Food Network Kitchen | Food Network

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Healthy Holiday Recipe: Rustic Apple Pie with Dried Cherries

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, and we all look forward to what’s for dessert after a delicious meal.

Apple pie is a dessert commonly found on a Thanksgiving dessert table. Apples are high in fiber and vitamin C. Adding cherries to an apple pie provides an additional source of antioxidants, making this dessert a heart-healthy choice.

Here is a recipe for a rustic apple pie that combines fresh apples with tangy dried cherries for a unique twist on a Thanksgiving classic.

Rustic Apple Pie with Dried Cherries Recipe | Ellie Krieger | Food Network

A Delicious and Comforting Potpie Recipe that Will Keep You Cozy This Fall

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

As fall progresses, the days will become shorter, the nights will become colder, and we will be looking for things to keep us cozy on those crisp autumn evenings. Here is a potpie recipe that is both delicious and comforting.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/basic-potpie-recipe-recipe-1939630

A Tasty and Delectable Summer Recipe for Teriyaki Wings

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

Are you looking for something to serve at a summer gathering or just for a weeknight meal? Here is a recipe for tasty, delectable teriyaki wings to serve on a breezy summer night. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/teriyaki-chicken-wings-recipe-1915521

Hop into the Kitchen to Make this Delicious Recipe for Spring Vegetable Fettucine Alfredo

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Patrick Hercules

Spring is here! As the temperatures warm up, how and what we eat changes. Here is a light and delicious recipe for spring vegetable fettuccine alfredo. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/spring-vegetable-fettuccine-alfredo-3577686

This Recipe For Mom’s Lasagna Will Comfort You And Keep You Warm On A Cold Fall Night

Posted on October 25, 2024 by Patrick Hercules

As the fall temperatures get colder we’ll be spending more time indoors. Here is a comforting fall recipe for Mom’s lasagna to keep you warm during the cold, autumn months.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/michael-symon/moms-lasagna-fall-version-11957227

A Flavorsome and Comforting Chicken Chili Recipe for Fall Dinners

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Patrick Hercules

As the summer fades into fall, here is a comforting and delicious recipe for chicken chili to add to your dinner rotation.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/katie-lee/chicken-chili-3869708

Quick and Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe

Posted on September 4, 2019 by Joann Ariola

Want to turn classic chicken salad into a healthy meal? Try switching out mayo for plain greek yogurt to decrease the saturated fat and calories while maintaining flavor.

For a deliciously healthy alternative combine:

Greek yogurt
Almonds
Celery
Grapes
Honey
Green onion
Dill
Chunks of chicken

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Bon apetite!

Homemade Oat Milk Recipe

Posted on February 6, 2019 by Joann Ariola

Oat milk is a dairy-free milk alternative that is made from oats. It has a ratio of 1 cup of oats to ¾ cup of water. The mixture is then strained to create a liquid.

According to , oat milk is a healthy alternative to whole milk and skim milk. It is rich in vitamin D, iron, calcium, potassium and fiber. One cup of store bought oat milk may have up to 120 calories, 5 grams of fat, 3 grams of protein, 14 grams of carbohydrate and 2 grams of fiber.

Comparatively, cow’s milk contains 3.5% fat, 146 calories, 11 grams of carbohydrate, 8 grams of protein and 8 grams of fat and skim mild has 83 calories, 122 grams of carbohydrate, 0.2 grams of fat and 8 grams of protein. Even though the numbers for skim milk seem better than oat milk, skim milk still contains lactose.

If you’d like to try your hand at making your own oat milk, here is a simple recipe from that you may want to try.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Total time: 15 minutes

Yield: 3 – 4 cups

Ingredients:

1 cup rolled or quick oats (100 g)

3 – 4 cups water (750ml – 1liter), depending on how thick you like your milk

Instructions:

Soak the oats in water for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Drain the oats and wash them (discard the soaking water).
Blend the oats with 3 – 4 cups of clean water.
Strain the milk using cheesecloth, a strainer, a napkin or a nut milk bag.
Store oat milk in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Homemade oat milk reduces the risk of cross contamination with potential allergens at the manufacturer and can is less expensive to make than to purchase.

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SUGAR FREE LEMON POUND CAKE

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Joann Ariola

Being the wife of a diabetic, I see how difficult it is for my husband to pass up so many delicious, sugary desserts.

Below is a recipe that I have made myself and recommend highly. Although I am not the creator of the recipe, I thought it delicious enough to share.

-Joann Ariola, Director of Intergovernmental Affairs, MediSys Health Network

INGREDIENTS:

1	(18.25 Ounce) Package Sugar-free Yellow Cake Mix
1	(3.4 Ounce) Sugar-free Lemon Pudding Mix
1¾ cups	Water
3	Egg Whites
¾ cups	Reduced-fat Milk
½ tsp	Lemon Extract
1	(1 Ounce) Package Sugar-free Vanilla Pudding Mix
1	(ounce) Sugar-free
	Cooking Spray

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and coat a 10×15-inch pan with cooking spray.

Combine yellow cake mix and lemon pudding mix in a large mixing bowl. Stir in water and egg whites. Beat mixture on low speed for 1 minute. Beat for an additional 4 minutes on high speed.

Place batter into prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through.

Meanwhile mix milk, lemon extract, and vanilla pudding mix in a large mixing bowl. Add in cool whip and mix well. Spread mixture over the cake once it has cooled.