A lot of people are out there searching for copycat recipes, and this PF Chang’s lettuce wrap recipe is one of the best out there. I know because I’ve eaten it many, many times, both in the restaurant and here at home, so I’ve had a lot of time to refine it and make it the best it can be, using fresh chicken and natural ingredients. This easy copycat recipe quickly became a favorite at our house, and I think it will be on constant rotation at your dinner table as well.

Americans love to eat out, and it’s pretty clear that this habit is tough to let go of when the economy tumbles, taking your dining-out budget along with it. So why not try to make your favorite restaurants dishes at home? Using copycat recipes, you’ll even be able to change them up a bit, using fresher, healthier ingredients than you’d likely find at a chain restaurant. [[Read more about PF Chang's Lettuce Wrap Copycat Recipe]]

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Giveaway: Will Write for Food – 2nd Edition

by Stephanie Stiavetti on July 26, 2010 · 76 comments

in Contests,Reviews

Will Write for Food - Food writing book

I’m happy to announce the new release of Will Write for Food: The Complete Guide to Writing Cookbooks, Blogs, Reviews, Memoir, and More, in its 2nd edition, by Dianne Jacob. At the end of this post, I’m giving away one copy for free!

For those of you already familiar with the previous edition – I know many of you already own it and will wonder why you should upgrade – you’ll appreciate this much expanded volume, which includes a HUGE chapter on [[Read more about Will Write for Food]]

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Skimming the Surface, Making Decisions

July 21, 2010
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Making everyday dietary decisions can be tough. Here’s a little advice and support for those who need a boost.

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Gluten Free Oyster Sauce

July 19, 2010
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I was so excited to finally find a gluten free oyster sauce. Here’s the brand, along with all of the savory details.

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Surfacing

July 13, 2010
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I’ve been sick lately. Not virus or bacteria sick, but suffering from the fallout of poor diet decisions.

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Roasting Coffee Beans at Home

July 5, 2010
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Have you ever considered roasting coffee beans at home? James di Properzio explains the ins and outs of the process, and why it’s such a simple thing to do.

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Zesty Summer Pizza Rolls

July 1, 2010
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These gluten free pizza rolls are perfect for a healthy on-the-go lunch or dinner.

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How to Make Whipped Cream

June 28, 2010
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If you’ve never made whipped cream from scratch, here are some simple steps to creating the most amazing whipped cream you’ve ever had.

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