Yuma, Arizona (NAPSA) - Research shows that children who help cook dinner with their family are more likely to have a healthier diet.

To help families spend more time around the kitchen table and improve their lives, the Uncle Ben's Brand launched the Ben's Beginners Cooking Contest for kids.

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The Capresso Iced Tea Maker can custom brew iced tea, from either loose tea or bags, at the touch of a button. Recipes are at www.capressoblog.com and more information at www.capresso.com.

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Pears can be sliced into salads or layered in sandwiches. Multiple varieties of USA-grown pears are available in markets from coast to coast nearly year-round. Reach for everyday favorites like Bartlett, Bosc and Anjou, and experiment with the delicate flavors of Starkrimson, Forelle and Comice.

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Baking powder starts to react as soon as the can is opened, so you should get a new one every six months. To help you keep track, Clabber Girl has a "fresh lid" on which you can write the date you opened the can.