Delectable Dessert 

(Family Features) If you’re going above and beyond a stuffed animal and boxed chocolates this Valentine’s Day, try these Cheesecake Cookie Cups for a special homemade dessert. Made with love, it’s a perfect combination of sweet and creamy. Visit Culinary.net for more sweet treats to share with loved ones.

Cheesecake Cookie Cups

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Yield: 12 cups

• 2 packages (16 ounces each) chocolate chip cookie dough

Whipping Cream:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons sugar

Filling:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup whipping cream
• crumbled cookies, for topping (optional)
• sprinkles, for topping (optional)

1. Heat oven to 350 F.
2. In muffin tin, press three pieces of cookie dough into each muffin hole. Bake 15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes then use shot glass and press into each hole. Let cool another 5 minutes and place on rack to cool completely.
3. With hand mixer, mix heavy cream and sugar until it thickens then add cream cheese and powdered sugar; cream together. Spoon into cool cookie cups.
4. If desired, use piping bag and pipe pretty edge around cup. Top with crumbled cookies or sprinkles, if desired.

SOURCE:
Culinary.net

As of early February 2025, Kroger has announced a series of food recalls affecting customers across at least 15 states, as well as several subsidiary stores nationwide. The recalls, initiated due to safety concerns, include a variety of products that consumers should be aware of.

Twelve Hummus Tubs from King Harvest

Kroger subsidiary stores Fred Meyer and QFC, located in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, have recalled the following King Harvest hummus tubs, each weighing 10 oz:

• King Harvest Lemon Hummus
• King Harvest Classic Hummus
• King Harvest Roasted Garlic Hummus
• King Harvest Toasted Onion Hummus
• King Harvest Chipotle Hummus
• King Harvest Spinach Hummus
• King Harvest Black Olive Hummus
• King Harvest Sesame Hummus
• King Harvest Jalapeño Hummus
• King Harvest Balsamic Hummus
• King Harvest Sun Dried Tomato Hummus
• King Harvest Roasted Pepper Hummus

These products were recalled on February 5, 2025, due to a defect in their plastic tubs that may lead to the presence of plastic foreign objects within the containers. Kroger has advised customers, “Customers who purchased any of the item(s) below should not eat the product.” It remains unclear whether this recall is connected to a previous incident from September 2024 involving similar concerns.

DJs Boudain Products in Texas and Louisiana

Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana have also issued a recall for the following DJs Boudain products:

• DJs Boudain Hot Jalapeño Boudain, 12 oz
• DJs Boudain Boudain Sausage, 24 oz
• DJs Boudain Boudain Sausage, 16 oz

These items were recalled on February 1, 2025, due to potential contamination with pieces of a pen. This recall is part of a broader action directed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), which called for around 17,720 pounds of boudain sausage link products to be removed from stores across Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas.

Gerber Products for Teething Children

In addition, two Gerber products intended for teething children were recalled from Kroger stores across multiple states, including Ohio, Virginia, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, North Carolina, West Virginia, Texas, and Louisiana. The affected products are:

• Gerber Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks Banana, 3.2 oz
• Gerber Soothe N Chew Teething Sticks Strawberry Apple, 3.2 oz

These products were removed from shelves due to potential choking hazards. Kroger has assured customers that those who purchased these items can return them for a full refund. This recall is part of a nationwide action announced by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Gerber has expressed regret over the situation, stating, “The recall was initiated after receiving consumer complaints of choking incidents. To date, one emergency room visit has been reported to the firm…We sincerely apologize for any concern or inconvenience this action represents to parents, caregivers, and retail customers.”

Conclusion

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Customers who have purchased any of the recalled products are urged to refrain from consuming them and to return the items for a refund. It is always advisable to stay informed about food recalls to ensure the safety of you and your family. For more updates on recalls and food safety, keep an eye on announcements from Kroger and the relevant health authorities. Stay safe!

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Read the article in Newsweek: https://www.newsweek.com/kroger-food-recalls-issued-15-states-full-list-products-impacted-2027160

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A Savory Dish – Perfect for Every Occasion

(Family Features) Football watch parties, family dinners and cold days that call for warm meals – all perfect occasions for a hearty bowl of this Barbecue Chili from “Cookin’ Savvy.” Serving 8-10 people, it’s a perfect fit for a crowd or saving leftovers to make weeknight dinners a breeze. Find more soup, stew and chili recipes at Culinary.net.

This barbecue chili is not only hearty but also a savory delight that everyone will enjoy.

Barbecue Chili

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 8-10

• 1 pork loin (2-3 pounds)
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 2 cups barbecue sauce, divided
• 1 cup water
• 1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 cans (27 ounces each) chili beans
• 1 package chili seasoning
• 1 tablespoon barbecue seasoning
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• sour cream, for serving
• shredded cheddar cheese, for serving
• corn chips, for serving

1. Place pork loin in slow cooker. Cover with diced tomatoes and green chilies, 1 cup barbecue sauce and water; cook on low 4-6 hours.
2. Cut up cooked meat and place in Dutch oven along with juices from slow cooker. Add remaining barbecue sauce, tomato sauce, chili beans, chili seasoning, barbecue seasoning, onion powder and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
3. Cook over medium heat 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese and corn chips.

Tip: Add can of beans if serving bigger crowd.

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Culinary.net

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