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		<title><![CDATA[Environmental Nutrition: What is umami?]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Q: What is umami? A: Umami is the fifth flavor (in addition to sweet, salty, sour and bitter), discovered in Japan over 100 years ago. The term, umami, meaning “delicious,” encompasses a flavor profile of savory, brothy, rich or meaty taste ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Aug/03/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Kitchn: From garden to table, the ultimate cherry tomato salad]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[There’s nothing quite like tomato season. Farm stands and farmers markets are overflowing with nearly every variety you can image, everyone that so patiently waited for the tomato plants they planted in the spring to bear fruit can finally reap ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4267922</link>
 
    <pubDate>Aug/03/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Seriously Simple: Vegetable avocado salsa and margaritas, a splendid summer combination]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Salsas are an indispensable taste enhancer. They provide an enormous amount of flavor and an appealing texture. It’s amazing how so few calories can heighten the flavor of simple grilled or roasted dishes. This cross between a spicy vegetable ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Aug/03/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Kitchn: One-pot pasta primavera brings fresh flavors of summer produce to your table]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Where once I’d pounce on a chef-made bowl of al dente pasta and crisp-tender vegetables, now it’s a dish I prefer to make at home. Using what’s fresh and new at the market, I slice and dice carrots, bell peppers, peas, spring onions and baby...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4267920</link>
 
    <pubDate>Aug/03/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[JeanMarie Brownson: Swimming in zucchini? This grilled salmon recipe is the answer]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[We knew it was coming: The point in the summer when the garden overflows with zucchini and all manner of herbs, ready to become dinner. Sprinkle tender basil and oregano over tomatoes, pizza and eggs. Use chives on savory dishes, even popcorn. ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Aug/03/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Kitchn: These French toast sticks are ​​crispy, fluffy and ready to dip]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[French toast is a beloved weekend brunch staple in my house. The loaf of bread that we purchased the Sunday prior is too dry for sandwiches … but it is ideal for soaking up egg custard! Once that custard-soaked bread is toasted in butter and ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4267918</link>
 
    <pubDate>Aug/03/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Buttery, sweet and orange: This milk alternative has deep North Carolina roots]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[RALEIGH, N.C. -- The humble sweet potato, long considered a North
Carolina staple, is at the center of innovation as it’s transformed
into the latest plant-based milk.

Appalachian State University researchers, backed by a $1.82 million
grant, ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4267125</link>
		
 
    <pubDate>Aug/03/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Gretchen's table: 2 magical tomato recipes from Roman and Southern kitchens]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Vine-ripened tomatoes are making their much-anticipated appearance at
local farmers markets, ushering in what many consider the best summer
food.

If you’re like me, you can eat tomatoes all day, every day, and
never get tired of them. Delicious...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4262922</link>
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    <pubDate>Jul/28/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Kitchn: Blackberry crumble is the old-fashioned dessert I bring to every gathering]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Summertime means fresh berries are in abundance, and blackberries are at the top of that list. This hearty berry is juicy and full of flavor, which makes it the perfect star of the show for a simple homemade dessert. This blackberry crumble ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4262842</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Kitchn: This 10-minute trick guarantees the tenderest chicken dinner of all time]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[I was the rare child who absolutely loved broccoli. I simply couldn’t get enough of it when I was a kid (a habit that has followed me into adulthood). So complete was my love of broccoli that my parents determined that the best way for me to eat...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Environmental Nutrition: Should you be drinking ‘raw water’?]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[As wellness trends increasingly emphasize “natural” living, a controversial practice known as drinking “raw water” has gained attention. Proponents describe raw water as untreated, unfiltered water collected directly from natural sources ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4262840</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[JeanMarie Brownson: Homemade dips turn an evening concert picnic into an encore-worthy meal]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Evening concerts in the park just might be summer’s best offering. Pure summer relaxation: Sit on a blanket with chilled wine and some nibbles, and take all the heat out of the day. Truth be told, we often just set out sliced cheese and crackers...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4262839</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Seriously Simple: No-cook ricotta toasts are packed with summer flavor]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[It’s hot out there. I’m either cooking in the cool of the morning or not at all. That’s why I love these Seriously Simple toasts so much. It seems as though different countries call simple toasted bread slices different names like crostini, ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4262838</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Kitchn: This 2-minute, 5-ingredient egg breakfast is perfect for busy mornings]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[My daughter loves sweet breakfasts, so we often rotate through stovetop oatmeal, blueberry scones, and buttermilk pancakes, but I insist on a savory breakfast a few times a week. Often, that breakfast is an egg tortilla because I always have a ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4262837</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Gretchen's table: Cheesy eggplant flatbreads taste like summer]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[PITTSBURGH -- As locally grown produce fills farmers markets,
there’s never been a better time to embrace seasonal eating.

One favorite summer option, thanks to its neutral flavor and a spongy
texture that turns creamy when cooked, is eggplant....<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4261917</link>
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    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Cheese poll extols cheddar, but why no love for Swiss?]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[File this under No Surprise: According to a relatively recent poll,
Americans’ favorite cheese is cheddar.

Swiss cheese comes in at No. 10. File that under I’m Totally
Shocked.

If you had asked me — and I can’t imagine why you would — ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Jul/27/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Environmental Nutrition: One simple change for better nutrition]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[When I’m asked about ways to make a nutritional impact without implementing “life-altering” changes, my mind immediately drifts to the benefits of dietary fiber. Many are probably familiar with fiber — you’ve likely been told by a ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4257496</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/20/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Summer spring rolls, the perfect antidote to a hot day]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[By this point in the summer, I’m dreaming of cooler days and refreshing meals. Fresh limeade, doused with chilled sparkling water, gives me energy to concoct a casual meal with friends. For inspiration, look to countries known for steamy days ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4257495</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/20/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[The Kitchn: This old-school sauce is so good, you’ll eat it by the spoonful]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Is it weird to say that I love tartar sauce? Because it’s true. I am 100% that person who will judge a seafood restaurant by its tartar sauce. One star if it tastes like I’m eating a spoonful of mayo, and five stars if it’s bright, tangy, ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4257494</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/20/2026</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Seriously Simple: Grilled Middle Eastern flank steak is an easy summer dish]]></title>
		<description><![CDATA[Flank steaks need to be tenderized by pounding, slow cooking, or marinating. Here, red wine, orange juice, and Middle Eastern spices make a tasty marinade. The addition of sumac and zaatar add a zesty citrus burst of flavor. If you have Aleppo ...<br /><br /><hr size="1" />]]></description>
		<link>https://www.arcamax.com/varietymenu/s-4257492</link>
 
    <pubDate>Jul/20/2026</pubDate>
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