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Looks like I am on a cauliflower trend, based on last week’s recipe for Cauliflower Spanish “Rice,” and today’s cauliflower mashed potatoes recipe! They share cauliflower as …
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By Shannon Beigert
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4/15/24
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This recipe is a delicious and healthy take on the traditional Spanish rice that my family loves to eat as a side dish with refried beans and tacos or enchiladas.
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By Shannon Beigert
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4/8/24
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Olympia’s Site Plan Review Committee heard a proposal for renovating the Lassen Building at 301 Capitol Way N from an existing commercial space into a new restaurant during its Wednesday, April …
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Lacey bagged the 2024 Economic Development Award for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by the Washington Economic Development Association ( WEDA ) for its Lacey Food Truck Depot program.
The …
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The United States Department of Agriculture just released data from its 2022 Census of Agriculture, and the news is not good for either Thurston County or Washington State.
In Thurston County, …
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We are blessed with an abundance many varieties of apples here in the Pacific Northwest. In addition, there are three apple trees in my backyard, and they produce lots of fruit every year.
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By Shannon Beigert
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3/18/24
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This chili recipe is healthy, easy and delicious. My daughter tells me she can’t eat chili unless I made it. With the changing weather, this warm comfort food is perfect on raw, windy …
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By Shannon Beigert
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3/4/24
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Many people enjoy sandwiches from time to time. My family especially likes a favorite called Croque Monsieur. It is versatile, warm, filling, and may be served for breakfast, lunch, dinner or weekend …
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February has arrived! Bulbs are sending up green shoots and days are getting longer and sunnier, a foreshadowing of Spring. February is also the month for Valentine’s Day. To honor this …
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Soup is a welcome meal during these chilly, wet days. One favorite is Hungarian Mushroom soup that is warm, comforting, flavorful and satisfying. The Northwest is blessed with abundant mushrooms. I …
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In cold, rainy winter months it is sometimes difficult to get outside for family activities. One of my favorite January projects with my children, when they were young, was to prepare food together, …
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By Shannon Beigert
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1/22/24
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Happy New Year!
I can’t believe we are already into the second week of January! My recipe this week is a family favorite, Eggplant Parmesan. It is the perfect comfort food for chilly days …
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By Shannon Beigert
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1/8/24
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Her childhood was a bit of a paradox – one that she described as poor but beautiful.
“I appreciate my upbringing because it makes me the person I am today,” said Maria …
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Fruitcake evokes strong emotions! I grew up in the South where fruitcake played a part in every holiday celebration. So, whether you love fruitcake or not (and it is a love or hate thing), it is a …
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By Shannon Beigert
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12/25/23
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Enjoy the remaining Christmas events as 2023 ends and 2024 enters.
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12/21/23
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In late summer, our neighbor offered us beautiful Italian plums from his small grove of five trees. This year provided a huge crop. I made plum cakes, plum jam, dried plums and froze two large bags …
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Every December my wonderful neighbors and friends share lovely baked goods with our family as a gesture of friendship in keeping with the holiday spirit. I bake holiday treats for friends and …
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By Shannon Beigert
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12/11/23
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During the season of giving, help local entrepreneurs support their craft.
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In the Pacific Northwest, we are blessed with an abundance of fresh mushrooms, both wild and cultivated. As we move into December, there are many holiday gatherings with friends and family. I …
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By Shannon Beigert
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12/4/23
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Christmas has started here in Thurston County. Check out some events featuring Santa and his generous crew of charity helpers.
Plum Street Resource Fair, Friday, December 1, 1 …
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12/1/23
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