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In N.M., road construction not end of highway memorials
But in their year’s labor to build a more efficient connection between local highways, workers have yet to move three prominent descansos sitting just east of Interstate 10 and south…
Religion
Woman campaigns to end priestly celibacy
Relationship with Argentine bishop caused uproar in 1960s
Food
Chocolate Joy Cake
For cake: ½ cup hot water 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted ½ cup butter 1 2/3 cup sugar 3 large eggs 2 1/8 cups sifted all purpose flour ¼ teaspoon…
Food
Cheesecake Torte
For cake: 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese 4 large egg whites 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs For topping: 1 pint sour cream 2 tablespoons…
Food
Fresh Strawberry Angel Food Cake
1 cup sifted cake flour 7/8 cup plus ¾ cup sugar, separated 13 egg whites from large eggs ½ teaspoon cream of tartar ½ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons vanilla ½…
Food
Whole-wheat penne pasta redeemed by chard, cheese
Just a little chicken sausage goes a long way in this recipe for whole-wheat penne with spring greens.Matthew Mead/Associated Press Sure, it has more fiber and whole-grain nutrition. But it…
Food
Berries and Cream Pie
For Pie Crust: 1 cup sifted all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup butter, cold, cut into small pieces 2-3 tablespoons water or cream (water for a crisper crust,…
Health
Tots’ wailing may be migraine
Children and teens treated for migraine headaches at three hospitals in Italy and France were much more likely than other kids to have had colic in infancy. The link has…
Health
Wars’ losses are Boston bomb victims’ gains
U.S. Army Capt. Dan Berschinski lost both legs to an IED blast while serving in Afghanistan in 2009. The sacrifices of Berschinski, a special guest last season at an Atlanta…
Travel
Help ensure travel safety with these tips
For example: Fly.com Vice President Warren Chang didn’t hang a “Do not disturb” sign on his hotel-room door on a trip to Jordan because he didn’t want to advertise his…
Religion
Monks can’t escape Egypt turmoil
The monks at the ancient monastery of St. Anthony continue the ascetic tradition. But even they are not untouched by the turbulent times facing Egypt’s Christians.Manoocher Deghati/Associated Press But even…
Food
Mexico City tries to remove salt shakers from tables
Voluntary program encourages healthier eating
Food
Healthier fried rice worthy of take-out
This recipe for fried rice calls for shrimp, but you can substitute any protein you choose, or use mushrooms for a vegetarian version.Matthew Mead/Associated Press I love fried rice not…
Food
Himalayan Kitchen Rice
Ingredients: 4 cups Basmati rice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 6 cups water (room temperature) 4 to 6 pieces green cardamom Salt to taste (optional) Method: Pour…
Food
Failproof Mediterranean Risotto
Ingredients: One 6.5-ounce jar artichoke hearts (quartered), liquid drained and reserved 2 or 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced 1 cup Arborio rice 2¼ cups rich vegetable stock or chicken…
Food
Mutu’s Risotto
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil½ medium white onion, minced 2½ cups Arborio or Carnaroli rice½ cup white wine 7-8 cups hot chicken or vegetable stock½ tablespoon butter½ cup…
Health
More backside coverage in new hospital gown
Henry Ford Hospital’s gown aims to offer a little more style, comfort and rear coverage.Riva Sayegh-McCullen/Associated Press Resembling a wrap-around robe, the gown closes in the back and front and…
Health
A treatment for morning sickness set to return
That long-ago safety scare, prompted by hundreds of lawsuits claiming birth defects, proved to be a false alarm. Mondays FDA decision means a new version of the pill once called…
Southwest Life
Got the evil eye? Maybe a ‘curanderismo’ can help
Mexico museum features exhibit of Mexican healers