Food and Beverage
Quick, Comforting Ways to Warm Up Winter in Mere Minutes
After a cold winter day, enjoy a Hot Honey Chicken and Waffle or Buffalo Cauliflower Casserole for a quick, cozy meal option.

(Family Features) After a day battling the cold and fighting the wind, a comforting meal made at home is often just what you crave. Turn those blustery winter conditions into warm, cozy evenings with favorite recipes that offer not only convenience but provide a little kick of spice.
Winter Comfort
For a quick and delightful meal that’s equal parts comforting and unique, try this Hot Honey Chicken and Waffle that’s sure to please with a crispy rice waffle loaded with sweet and spicy flavor, topped with chicken and drizzled with honey. It’s a treat that truly satisfies from the inside out in just 7 minutes.
The crispness of the gluten-free rice waffle is made possible by Minute Rice’s Hot Honey Chicken Seasoned Rice Cup that entices taste buds with a sweet and mildly spicy contrast and playful presentation. Ready in as little as 60 seconds, the rice cup ensures convenience and distinct seasoning, making each waffle perfectly flavored and offering a satisfying crunch with every bite.
Whether you’re shaking up your breakfast routine or enjoying a fun and easy dinner, it can be taken to new heights with the combination of honey and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for delicious decadence.
For a savory solution the entire family can enjoy together, this cheesy Buffalo Cauliflower Casserole combines jasmine rice, cheddar cheese, roasted cauliflower, Buffalo hot sauce and crumbled blue cheese for a crave-worthy oven bake.
Prepare the Minute Instant Jasmine Rice in just 5 minutes for a quick mealtime solution without compromising quality or taste. Next, heat the oven and mix the ingredients then sit back and wait for a golden brown casserole with a cheesy interior and tantalizing blend of spicy, salty and tangy flavors.
Topped with green onions, this vegetarian meal is sure to please your hungry loved ones. If meat lovers need a bite of protein, simply serve alongside seared chicken or beef.
Visit MinuteRice.com to find more family-friendly ways to warm up mealtimes all winter long.

Hot Honey Chicken and Waffle
Prep time: 2 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
- 1 Minute Hot Honey Chicken Seasoned Rice Cup
- 1 egg
- nonstick cooking spray
- 2 chicken tenders, cooked
- 2 tablespoons honey, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for garnish
- Preheat mini waffle maker. Heat rice according to package directions.
- In medium mixing bowl, combine rice and egg. Mix well.
- Spoon rice mixture into waffle maker. Cook until light goes off.
- Place waffle on plate with cooked chicken tenders on top.
- Drizzle with honey, sprinkle powdered sugar on top and serve.

Buffalo Cauliflower Casserole
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
- 2 cups Minute Jasmine Rice
- 1 package (8 ounces) plain cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Buffalo hot sauce
- 4 cups frozen cauliflower florets, blanched and cooled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup finely crumbled blue cheese
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Preheat oven to 400 F. Prepare rice according to package directions. Transfer to greased 8-by-8-inch baking dish.
- In medium bowl, stir cream cheese and hot sauce. Add cauliflower, cheddar cheese, salt and pepper; toss to combine. Spoon over rice. Sprinkle with blue cheese.
- Bake 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Sprinkle with green onions.
Tips: Substitute goat cheese or feta for blue cheese, if desired. Meat lovers can serve as a side dish to seared chicken or beef.
SOURCE:
Minute Rice
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Enjoy a Light Summer Lunch


Broccoli Salad
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6- 2 medium heads broccoli
- 2 apples
- lemon juice
- 1 carrot
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 package (2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- Coarsely chop broccoli and place in large bowl. Coarsely chop apples and brush with lemon juice to prevent browning; add to bowl. Shred carrot and add to bowl with blueberries, cranberries, sunflower seeds, pecans and bacon.
- To make dressing: Mix mayonnaise, milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar and poppy seeds. Pour over broccoli salad and mix well.
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In-N-Out Announces Historic Recipe Changes: What Burger Lovers Need to Know
In a significant development reported by KTLA, the beloved California-based burger chain In-N-Out is implementing subtle but meaningful changes to its iconic recipes. These modifications mark a rare shift for a company known for its unwavering consistency since 1948.

Image Credit: In-N-Out Burger
Key Changes:
- Ketchup Evolution
- The chain is transitioning to “Simply Heinz” ketchup
- New formula replaces high fructose corn syrup with real sugar
- In-N-Out is among the first major restaurant chains to make this switch
- Strawberry Shake Updates
The popular Strawberry Shake is receiving a formula adjustment, though the company ensures the classic taste customers love will remain intact. - Signature Items Enhancement
Select signature menu items are being refined, with the company focusing on maintaining their traditional flavor profiles while adapting to modern ingredient standards.
The timing of these changes aligns with the FDA’s broader initiative to phase out synthetic food dyes by the end of 2026, demonstrating In-N-Out’s proactive approach to menu evolution.
What’s Not Changing:
- Fresh, never-frozen beef patties
- Hand-cut french fries
- Core preparation methods that have made the chain famous
As reported by KTLA, these modifications represent In-N-Out’s commitment to quality improvement while preserving the classic taste that has made them a cultural icon in American fast food.
Source: KTLA Los Angeles
Related article:
https://ktla.com/news/california/subtle-but-significant-changes-coming-to-in-n-outs-menu/
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Serve a Simple Pasta Salad This Summer


Easy Pasta Salad
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6- 1 pound pasta noodles of choice
- 1 can (15 ounces) peas, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) carrots, drained
- 1 package (16 ounces) diced ham
- 1 package (2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces
- 1 package (6 ounces) cheddar cheese cubes
- 2 1/2 cups mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup juice from bread butter pickles
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and place in large bowl. Add peas, carrots, ham, bacon pieces and cheese cubes.
- In separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, sugar, pickle juice, vinegar and mustard. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour mixture over pasta and mix well.
- Refrigerate 1-2 hours before serving.
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