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Chocolate gets a lot of attention this month because of Valentine’s Day. While real dark chocolate does provide some nutritional value, most of the chocolate from the stores is loaded with sugar and some not-so-great ingredients.

One of our favorite chocolate treats is our homemade pudding. Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it is loaded with antioxidants, healthy fats and a deliciously creamy chocolate flavor. Plus, the coconut oil and raw honey provide medicinal benefits and immune support. Just make sure not to give the raw honey to infants who are less than 1 year old. Read more about The Proof is in the Pudding

Simply Delicious Cast Iron Pork Chops. Warm and cozy comfort food to help weather a Minnesota winter. Read more about Simply Delicious Cast Iron Pork Chops

Specialty Kitchen Shop Shares Abundant Recipes in New Cookbook. Cookbook serves recipes that are “tasty and quick.” Read more about Specialty Kitchen Shop Shares Abundant Recipes in New Cookbook

Herbs are one of my all-time gardening favorites because most of them continue to grow and produce all season long. I’ve taken to growing more than I can use because I love their appearance; I even grow some herbs only for their blooms. Lavender, creeping thyme, basil and sage often find their ways into my cut flower arrangements. Read more about Stop and Smell the Rosemary

A couple of local food experts share their favorite fondue recipes and tips. Read more about How to Fondue: Delicious Recipes and Helpful Tips for a Fun Night In

Sometimes it's fun to invite new recipes to the holiday festivities. Read more about Crazy Cake and Swedish Meatballs: Delicious Holiday Recipes from the Community

Use your late-summer harvest in a surprising way with this tomato jam recipe. Read more about Need a New Use for Your Summer Tomato Harvest? How About Jam?

Tips from local vendors to help refresh your table and hack the holidays. Read more about How to Host a Modern Thanksgiving

Sometimes the most beloved family recipes aren’t the ones trotted out once a year for special occasions, but instead, the work-day dinners that urge us to pause around the table in the middle of a busy week. Read more about Recipe: Mediterranean Chicken Pasta is a Weeknight Family Favorite