Audrey Lundeen’s Easy Fudge

12oz pkg semi sweet chocolate chips 4 oz milk chocolate chips 1 can Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon real vanilla (generous teaspoon and use REAL vanilla) 1/2 cup chopped pecans Melt first 3 ingredients in glass bowl in microwave until melted (1-2 minutes) stir every 30 seconds Stir til smooth, add […]

Grown-Up Dessert with a Summery Sizzle: Framboise Indulgence

By April Howell, School of Cooking Coordinator and Community Affairs Specialist for Martin’s Super Markets Since I am not a chocolate lover at all this is my go-to for a sweet ending to a delicious meal. Ingredients 2 cups Raspberry or Peach Framboise (I’ve also used Prosecco or other sparkling […]

Raspberry Framboise Floats

By April Howell, School of Cooking Coordinator and Community Affairs Specialist for Martin’s Super Markets This is a favorite of mine when the sun is just about to gointo hiding during a midsummer’s day. Ingredients: Servings vary upon needs · French Vanilla ice cream · Raspberry Framboise -Belgium Beer Instructions:  […]

Overboard Smorgasbord

Deciding what to feed your guests is often the trickiest part of party planning. The type of party, time of day and guest list all come into consideration. It’s hard to decide how much and what you should serve, so most hosts err on the side of “overboard”. What party […]

Cold Days, Hot Drinks

Nothing makes guests feel more at home than a toasty drink on a chilly day.  These recipes come from Duluth’s own hostess extraordinare and owner of ApronElegance.com, Rachel Hart, who recommends creating a hot drink buffet for your next winter event.

Food Quantity: How Much is Enough

One of the toughest aspects of planning a party is determining not only what food you will offer, but how much you will need. Many factors come into play when determining the quantity of food you will need including: time of day your party is taking place, length of party, […]