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Valentine’s Day Cooking Tips

This is the time of the year, when we like to show to our loved ones we care. Ordinarily, we would buy exquisite jewelry, send dozens of red roses, and plan a romantic dinner at a trendy restaurant. However, these economic times force us to become more c
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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•    Use Flank Steak. It is just as tasty as Filet Mignon and is considerable less  expensive
•    Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breast. 
•    Purchase seasonal vegetables i.e. green beans, broccoli, etc.
•    Try Tilapia. It is firm, sweet and mild in flavor
•    Replace Moet Chandon with a nice California sparkling wine
•    Dip strawberries into melted chocolate for mouth watering dessert