Try in 2020: Herb Chicken Mediterranean Pizza

October 23, 2020
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Herb Chicken Mediterranean Pizza

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘N’ Bake Pizza
1318 N. Liberty Lake Road, Liberty Lake

Papa Murphy’s crispy thin crust topped with olive oil, chopped garlic, whole-milk mozzarella, grilled chicken, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta and zesty herbs. Also available on original or pan crust.

Why you’ll love it

Don’t tell Ed Elliott you’re not supposed to choose favorites. The marketing director for Liberty Lake Papa Murphy’s and five other Inland Northwest franchises has spent the better part of two decades making, baking and sampling every pizza on the Papa Murphy’s menu.

But bump into him leaving the store on a Friday night with a take-home pie? It’s going to be the Herb Chicken Mediterranean.

“Honestly, it’s the healthiest, best-tasting pizza I’ve ever had,” he said. “I’ve been doing this for a long time. I still eat that pizza. I’ve never burned out on it.”

For Elliott, the allure begins with a “very Italian, really simple sauce” consisting of chopped garlic in olive oil. A bit of added Greek influence give the pizza its Mediterranean name.

About the only thing he likes better at Papa Murphy’s than the Herb Chicken Mediterranean is the team he works with every day. From the Liberty Lake crew, to the teams at the other locations, to the local, family ownership, Elliott is proud how every person is truly “part of the family.”

The local franchise is operated by a business founded in Hayden in 1992 by Inland Northwest residents Bill and G’Nell DeLack.

NOTE: A version of this article first appeared in the 2020 Liberty Lake Yearbook.

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The three ‘Es’ of kids and fire safety

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What should be my approach to addressing the natural curiosity my kids have with fire?

To cover your bases with the issue of fire safety, I recommend a three-step approach of “Es”: education, environment and example.

It starts with educating children that fire is a useful tool for adults, providing heat, light and energy. It’s not a toy, as fire can easily get out of control. Even adults must follow careful rules with fire.

The second part of this is creating a safe home environment. A responsible parent is in control of a child’s access to fire. A 2-year-old can operate a lighter or match – so keep those items far out of reach and teach kids they are dangerous to even touch. In addition, never leave a lit stove, candle or fireplace unattended.

Third, don’t forget that children learn by watching and imitating adults, so set a good example. Point out the safety precautions you use for cooking, heating and fire safety. Post emergency numbers by the telephone and teach children how and when to use them. Talk as a family about what to do in the case of a fire, emphasizing the importance of getting out, and then calling for help from another location.

Follow these three “Es” and your family will be well-prepared and properly precautioned regarding fire safety.

NOTE: A version of this article first appeared in the 2019 Liberty Lake Yearbook.

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