Lifestyle – Page 8 – The Idaho Minute

In the Kitchen with Chef Doughty

Pasta has become the American staple. We see it on restaurant menus, in the supermarket, and in endless recipes. Pasta hits the dinner table frequently and everybody has a favorite. Chef Doughty shares her 7 tips to great pasta and her go-to casserole dish, Lamb Pastitsio.

In the Kitchen with Chef Doughty

In the world of entree salads, the canvas is as vast as one’s imagination. Crafting the perfect salad means embracing themes that resonate with your taste buds. Select a theme and craft your culinary masterpiece or experience the perfection of an entree salad with The Bistro Salad, featured recipe below.

The Magic of Homemade Decorations

There’s something truly magical about creating your own ornaments, wreaths, and garlands to adorn your home during the holiday season. Homemade decorations add a personal touch and bring warmth and joy that can’t be found in store-bought trinkets. Get ready to unleash your creativity and spread the festive cheer throughout every corner of your home!

Classic Holiday Movies from the 40s & 50s

‘Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to embrace the holiday spirit than by cozying up with a classic movie? It’s time to indulge in one of our most beloved traditions – watching movies that bring warmth, laughter, and nostalgia into our homes.

Four Fantastic Cooking Tools

They say you’re only as good as the tools at hand. If that’s true, this is a must-watch. Learn Chef Doughty’s favorite go-to tools for the kitchen!

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Recreational Lakes and Rivers in Idaho

How many of these Idaho lakes/rivers have you explored?

Whether you enjoy fishing, boating, rafting, kayaking, swimming, or simply soaking up the beauty of nature, Idaho’s lakes and rivers have something to offer.

PERFECT YOUR DEVILED DISHES

Deviled eggs are a classic party food that is perfect for serving as an appetizer or sharing with the whole family. They can be made with a variety of ingredients. Find out how to perfect your deviled eggs with Chef Doughty!

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Winter in the Gem State

Snow capped mountains, wild rivers and thermal hot springs make Idaho the adventure state! This status doesn’t change come winter, and the snowy season offers new ways to enjoy the varied terrain. From skiing through powder to feeding a woodstove in a backcountry yurt, winter in Idaho is anything but stagnant.

I’m Dreaming of an Idaho Christmas!

“When we remember a special Christmas, it is not the presents that made it special, but the laughter, the feeling of love, and the togetherness of friends and family that made that Christmas special.” – Catherine Pulsifer

The snow is falling, the lights are hung and the Starbucks red Christmas cups are everywhere! Lucky for us Idahoans, we don’t need to dream of a white Christmas, we get to live one! When you’re not rockin’ around the Christmas tree, run Rudolph run! Idaho has some of the most magical Christmas festivities you won’t want to miss! We are all making a list and checking it twice… Be sure to add these festivities to your holiday to-do list!