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How to reheat rotisserie chicken without drying it out
You pick up a rotisserie chicken at your local Strack & Van Til on the way home, serve it with...
How long to cook a ham, by type and weight
It’s the day before your holiday dinner. There’s a ham in the refrigerator, two sets of instructions on the package....
Christmas appetizer ideas that hold up on a buffet
The best Christmas appetizer ideas aren’t necessarily the most elaborate. They’re the appetizers that hold up on a buffet, can...
Help feed those in need through Strack & Van Til...
The face of hunger isn’t always what people expect. It could be your co-worker, a veteran living with disabilities, a...
Baby shower food ideas guaranteed to be a hit
The easiest baby shower menu ideas focus on foods that are simple to serve, easy to eat while mingling and...
How many cookies per person? Cookie tray serving sizes...
Picture a December open house in Valparaiso that starts at 2 p.m. Guests arrive throughout the afternoon, coffee is poured,...
What to bring to a potluck when you’re not cooking
In Northwest Indiana it’s easy to bring a party tray, deli salad, dip, sandwich tray or bakery dessert to a...
How to order sandwich trays for 10, 25 or 50 guests
It’s 11:45 a.m., the meeting starts in 15 minutes and lunch needs to be served. That’s a situation where a...
Scare up some tasty Halloween party treats from Strack...
Time for ghosts to gather, goblins to giggle and boys and ghouls to arrive at the door. Make Halloween a...
BBQ sides: The classics, the salads, and what pairs...
In Northwest Indiana, every barbecue starts with a debate about the main dish. Someone votes for ribs, someone else insists...
Walking tacos: How to make them and build a bar for...
Some foods become traditions without anyone agreeing on exactly how they started. Walking tacos are one of them. Whether you...
Halloween party food ideas for a crowd
Looking for Halloween party food ideas for a crowd? The best Halloween party menu combines appetizers, finger foods, desserts, drinks...
