Food Talk

Mastering the Art of Grilling & Smoking in Quincy

Few things capture the essence of summer like the smell of sizzling meat on a grill or the slow, smoky aroma of a brisket cooking to perfection. Whether you’re a beginner looking to fire up your first backyard barbecue or an aspiring pitmaster wanting to master the smoker, learning the craft of outdoor cooking is…

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Fired Up for Summer: Grilled, Smoked, & Campfire Favorites

Grilled pizza on flatbread Ingredients: 1 premade flatbread (naan, pita, or any store-bought flatbread) 1 cup pizza sauce 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Your favorite toppings (pepperoni, veggies, cooked sausage, etc.) 1 tbsp olive oil Fresh basil or red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish) Directions: Step 1: Preheat the Grill Heat your grill to medium…

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Spring Theme Recipes

After a long winter of hearty meals and cozy hibernation, we’re all ready for some fun foods! Do you have a spring dish that you like?  Send it to us at connect@qafmagazine.com. I will make it and give you a review. I could always use new recipes.  Bonus points if it’s low carbs. March In…

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Creative Ways to Use Your Leftover Easter Eggs

Hard Boiled Eggs Over the years, I’ve had my fair share of leftover Easter eggs—so many that I eventually got sick of eating hard-boiled eggs! Don’t get me wrong, I love them, but there’s only so many you can eat before enough is enough. To keep things interesting, I started coming up with my own…

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Deviled Egg Modifications

I like to try different things with Deviled Eggs, and I love trying new things because anything goes. For mine, I start with a basic base and add to it from there, but my base is all based on texture, so measurements may vary. The Base Dozen eggs – 1 /2c-3/4c Mayo (Just enough to…

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Farm-to-Table: Bringing Fresh, Local Food to Your Family’s Table

In today’s fast-paced world, families are increasingly looking for ways to eat healthier while supporting their local communities. The farm-to-table movement offers a simple yet impactful solution—bringing fresh, locally sourced ingredients straight from farms to your plate.   Why Farm-to-Table Matters   Farm-to-table isn’t just a trendy term; it’s a lifestyle choice that benefits your…

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Board Member Lisa Freed’s Holiday Pick

Holly Cookies Ingredients 1 Stick Oleo (margarine) 34 Large Marshmallows 1  1/2 tsp. Green Food Coloring 4 Cups Corn Flakes Red Hots Instructions Melt Oleo and marshmallows over medium heat and the add food coloring – Mix well Add corn flakes – mix easy until all are     covered Then take a spoon and…

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Board Member Allison Housewright’s Holiday Pick

Christmas Crack Recipe (Saltine Cracker Toffee) This Christmas Crack recipe is the easiest treat you’ll make this holiday season! With just a handful of ingredients, this saltine cracker toffee is ready to go in just about 15 minutes! Truly, the perfect combination of sweet and salty! A must make for Christmas! Prep Time 7 minutes…

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