Makeit Grateful

Reggie and Jake from Free Birds In the 2013 3D computer-animated buddy comedy film, Reggie and Jake, played by Owen Wilson and Woody Harrelson, try to change the course of history through the Turkey Freedom Front with the sole mission of getting turkeys off the annual Thanksgiving menu for good. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Orv_ic3acRw Turkey on Monica’s Head on Friends What’s it take to cheer a guy up? In Chandler’s case, it was just a simple gesture from Monica as she shoved a turkey on her head, dressed it up with a hat and sunglasses, and danced a little jig....

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As the temps drop, you may be on the hunt for a holiday twist to your favorite tried-and-true cocktails. The Moscow mule is a true classic drink, and it’s easy to add a bit of cheer to this super-easy recipe with the ultimate cranberry wine flavor burst. ‘Tis the season for cranberries. Yes, they certainly belong as a garnish (and in the form of cranberry sauce on your holiday table), but they also make a tasty addition to your favorite cocktails....

So, carve your turkey and drizzle with delicious homemade shallot gravy for a Thanksgiving feast to remember!

Free Legend of the Five Kernels Printable Download and print to help teach your kids > The Legend of the Five Kernels The first winter the Pilgrims spent in their new home was very cold and bitter. Food was in short supply. Some days they only had enough food for each person to have five kernels of corn for the day. When spring came, they planted food and it grew and grew....

From a fat separator to whip up the perfect gravy to a Crock Pot to save room in the oven, a meat thermometer to guarantee your turkey is done roasting, to a beautiful pie pan, your Thanksgiving feast will be much easier to complete with the help of these tools.

1. Wild rice vegetable casserole Cozy and comforting would be the two words to describe this wild rice vegetable casserole from Budget Bytes. Who doesn’t love a good casserole? They are versatile, they hold up well for reheating, and they are delicious! The true beauty of casseroles, is you can use any number of leftovers on hand to create the dish. No matter the extra veggies, meat, or starches you happen to have in surplus… any combination will make a beautiful casserole....

1. Easter muddy buddies Some things just go together: Mickey and Minnie, Pooh and Eeyore, Lucy and Ethel … and chocolate and peanut butter! There’s really no wrong way to pair these equally delicious flavors, but here’s a good idea: muddy buddies. You can put together this bowl of crunchy, chocolatey, peanut-buttery deliciousness with just a few simple ingredients you probably have in your pantry right now. It’s a quick and easy treat to make, too....

When your sweet tooth is craving a fruit pie that will make you swoon, simply stop what you’re doing and make our drool-worthy deep dish apple pie — a recipe we adapted from That Skinny Chick Can Bake. Our tasty take on the classic apple pie features a fabulously flaky crust that is generously filled with juicy lemon-and-cinnamon-kissed chunks of Granny Smith and Gala apples tossed with just the right amount of granulated and brown sugar....

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This 1988 comedy-fantasy flick stars Alec Baldwin when he was still young and devastatingly handsome, Geena Davis rockin’ her best ‘80s curls, a teen goth Winona Ryder in the role that made her a household name, and Michael Keaton as the titular Ghost with the Most. There are so many memorable scenes in this movie that to name them all you would literally be listing every scene in it. From the sandworm to the waiting room of the afterlife, to the dinner scene and the wedding, it’s easy to see why it became an instant classic....

Instructions Visit Joyful Healthy Eats to make this amazing Thanksgiving side dish.

If you have some lonely socks — you know, the ones that lost their mates and ended up alone in a drawer — this tube sock snowman craft project is a cool way to repurpose them! Best of all, the finished product is adorable. Make a couple for your own home’s holiday decor, then create one or two for a friend. These also make sweet gifts for a teacher, and can be pretty popular items at holiday fundraisers....

Health benefits of pumpkin Just a cup of cooked, mashed pumpkin contains more than 200% of your recommended daily intake of vitamin A which is good for vision (especially in dim light). Pumpkins are also rich in carotenoids (the source of the squash’s vibrant orange color) including beta-carotene which the body can convert into a form of vitamin A. It’s a great source of fiber – 3 grams per one-cup serving – and has only 49 calories, so you’ll feel full for longer, on fewer calories....

Make a cookie bar dessert treat The first idea is to repurpose the candy into a dessert bar. Easy, convenient and delicious, these loaded cookie dessert bars will breathe new life into leftover Halloween candy. In this recipe, it’s helpful to think about the candy like a mix-in; therefore, whatever you’re in the mood for will work. The bars start with a basic cookie dough, then add in chopped candy and cookies, which is then spread into a baking dish....

Get ready breakfast lovers, these SUPER simple banana pancakes not only require minimal effort (so that you can keep it lazy like a Sunday morning), but they are also super healthy and gluten-free! Bananas are packed with potassium and eggs are a great source of lean protein. Together they make for one delicious powerhouse breakfast! Garnish your banana pancakes with fresh banana slices and sprinkle with some toasted coconut or drizzle with your favorite maple or agave syrup....

This breakfast or brunch recipe will leave you satisfied and ready for the day ahead. Whether you’re facing the Black Friday crowds or staying cozy at home, this savory breakfast or brunch recipe will do the trick. Yield 4 -6

A blend of Native American and English Puritan customs, the three-day celebration combined eating with expressions of gratitude and friendship. Historians believe the two groups dined on foods native to North America, such as duck, venison, lobster, crab, cranberries, pumpkin and squash. Thanksgiving in the United States began as a way to give thanks for the year’s harvest. Food preparation often begins at dawn, and many families sit down to the main meal at midday or early afternoon....

Cheese serves as a delicious salve to calm your nerves and make your mouth happy. Better yet? It’s a unifier. Because, really, who has time for uncomfortable silences or family arguments when there is so much cheese to consume? If you’re worried that there isn’t a simple way to turn a traditional Thanksgiving dinner into a magnificent melted meal, you’re in luck. Thanks to the delectable recipes listed below, you’ll find it’s easy being cheesy....

Foam heart fox Valentine Hearts will be aflutter for this woodland creatures craft. Using foam hearts, felt hearts, and various felt and foam cutouts, the foam heart fox makes a terrific party craft or even Valentine for classmates. Heart pillow This simple no-sew heart pillow is a great craft for kids. No need for glue or heat — just draw a heart on two felt fabric sheets, trim the edges, tie together and stuff with cotton batting....