Seasoned Cooking: 14 August 2015 Announcements

We're entering what is often lovingly referred to as the dog days of summer — that time when it seems like the only way to combat the heat is to lay around and pant like a pooch. But I prefer to call them salad days and fight heat and boredom with one gorgeous salad!

The last thing most people are craving this time of the year is soup, which is a shame since some of my favorite vegetarian soups are most delicious when made with vegetables at the peak of their season. Get my all-time favorite and enjoy fresh or, if summer soup just doesn't appeal, pop it in the freezer for enjoy in fall or winter.

The life of a fussy eater and his parents can be downright daunting. To ensure that happier faces at the dinner table, here are some tips to make meal time easier for everyone.

Many folks know I'm a fan of layering. Whether it's a noodle bowl or a summer salad, combining textures and flavors makes for a more interesting meal. So it will come as no surprise that I'm also a fan of burrito bowls. This time, we're looking at one made with sirloin steak.

In a summer filled with spicy brats, peppered sausages, and fiery burgers, a crunchy-sweet slaw might just be what you are looking for when it comes to topping those lovely, heat-filled treats.