By the time May 5 rolls around, most of us are more than ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo — especially during years when winter seemed to last forever. We crave vibrant colors. We want the camaraderie among our amigos. And we need tacos. In preparation, we’ve stocked the kitchen with Mexican food (and maybe some tequila, too), the piñata is hanging in the backyard, and we’re eager to get this fiesta started....
Planning and preparing an entire Thanksgiving should be classified as an extreme sport. Pulling this off is no small feat, and frankly, we think you deserve an award when you do. In our efforts to help ease your stress a bit, we are providing you with the information you need to cook whatever type and size of turkey you bought to delicious perfection. Fresh or frozen whole turkeys Cooking a raw turkey in a regular oven at 325F Cooking in a convection oven at 325F /recipes/turkey-recipes/how-to-roast-turkey...
Here’s how it works Print the “We’ve Been Booed” and the directions sheets below (six spooky designs to choose from!). Then, create two boo baskets or kits. You can even cater each basket to each family. Do they love to have bonfires in the backyard? Make a s’mores-themed basket. Are they movie lovers? Stuff it with popcorn and gummy bears. Pails, baskets, ice buckets and plastic pumpkins all work fine for stuffing your Halloween goodies....
When you’re hungry for ethnic fare, this Instant Pot butter chicken recipe is even more delicious than most Indian takeout. Bonus: It cooks up in just 10 minutes in your very own kitchen. Instant Pot electric pressure cooker recipes have taken the cooking world by storm — and with good reason. The popular electronic pressure cookers get delicious dinners to the table with little fuss and in record time. This recipe shows us how to use this cult-fave kitchen gadget to transform poultry into the iconic Indian butter chicken dish that’s traditionally cooked in a tandoor (a clay pot oven)....
If you’re looking for a dish that your family, friends and potluck guests will devour — and then beg you for the recipe — put this comfort-food casserole on the table. Every bite of this hearty meal delights with flavorful layers of melted cheese, spicy chicken, Tex-Mex sauce and corn tortillas. Unlike the original King Ranch chicken casserole recipes, our updated version replaces canned soup with a rich homemade sauce made with butter, cream and sour cream....
It’s an unlikely combo: maple and bacon whirled into a classic eggnog. Trust us, though. Our maple Bourbon bacon eggnog is a salty/sweet delight. The recipe combines the velvety, melted-ice-cream consistency of the nog you know and love with the sweet flavor of maple syrup and just a strip of smoky bacon. A splash of Bourbon adds a little kick to our non-traditional take on the traditional drink. And speaking of tradition: Eggnog has a long, far-reaching history....
When I found this craft online, I couldn’t believe how silly and simple it looked. The beautiful outcome of wrapping these eggs with scraps of silk fabric seemed almost too good to be true. But, after only one try, I discovered how easy silk-tie egg dyeing really is. It’s a great way to achieve the ultimate egg-dyeing results every time. All you need are neckties made with 100% silk. The eggs are wrapped with the deconstructed ties and left to boil in water and distilled vinegar....
A peek into my Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of the year, partially because of the cool fall weather… but mostly because of the food! It’s when I replace no-bake recipes and salads with comfort foods made from cinnamon, caramel, sweet potatoes, apples, and pumpkin spice. The best part about fall baking is that when you’re done, your entire kitchen smells like a giant cinnamon roll! I try to stretch out Thanksgiving to make it last for the whole month of November, because who could ever complain about more Thanksgiving food?...
Top 10 Kid-friendly Thanksgiving Printables A thankful chain made from strips of printed kraft paper; each strip has a space to write something you are thankful for and can easily be assembled with tape or glue. Doubles as a Christmas tree garland to extend the season of thanksgiving. Thank you Silverbox Creative Studio! I found this cute placemat which provides entertainment until the food is being served, by Whatever Dee Dee Wants....
Fresh and warm out of the oven, these delicious whole wheat dinner rolls with pumpkin seeds are the perfect accompaniment to most any holiday dish. Soft and buttery, with just hint of sweetness, they’re made with butter, a touch of honey, and whole wheat flour (you know, to help you get in your daily dose of whole grains). Most people focus on the main course of a holiday meal, but we believe no meal is complete without bread!...
Whether you’re a savory snacker or more of a sweet tooth, you’ll find a treat here to enhance your Thanksgiving spread and get your guests gobbling for more. Some of these food crafts even make great party favors, place card holders and tasty offerings at holiday bake sales and craft fairs. 1. Reese’s Pieces filled turkeys Send Thanksgiving dinner guests home with these turkey-shaped party favors: Reese’s Pieces filled turkeys by Bullock’s Buzz....
Thanksgiving hostess gifts under $60 The Four Seasons with Birds Stemless Wine Glasses, $59.95 Le Creuset Stonewear Cream and Sugar Set, $54.95 Thanksgiving hostess gifts under $50 Starbucks Coffee Mornings Gift Basket, $45 Art of Appreciation You’re My Cup of Tea and Treats Gift Basket, $48.92 Thanksgiving hostess gifts under $40 3-Tier Rectangular Serving Platter, $39.99 Anchor Hocking Presence Cake Dome Set, $33.82 Thanksgiving hostess gifts under $30 Extra Large Bamboo Cutting Board by Premium Bamboo, $24....
The deviled egg’s ancient history dates all the way back to the first century in Rome, where eggs were boiled and topped with flavorings, herbs and spices. The Spanish were first with the idea to actually scoop out the yolk of a boiled egg, mix it with other spices, and fill the empty white with the mixture. Still later, in 18th-century England, the term “deviled” came to mean heavily seasoned with hot or pungent flavorings such as pepper and vinegar....
Here is our roundup of the top 6 Easter apps to help make your Easter holiday just a little bit easier and a whole lot more fun. 1. Easter Egg Painter Love getting crafty with the kids, but hate the messy cleanup? We get it. Painting eggs is a fun tradition, but you always end up with paint all over your counters and floors, no matter how careful you are....
Fun Family Activities for After Thanksgiving Dinner: Volunteer Together Provide a meal for those in need at your local Salvation Army or through The National Coalition for the Homeless, where families can team up to serve dinner and welcome the less fortunate in for a warm holiday meal among friends. Volunteer Match is another great resource to get connected with Thanksgiving Day volunteer opportunities right in your own backyard. Family Football Game Start a friendly football game for the whole family outdoors and work up a sweat together....
Unfortunately, many Americans do not know a great deal about Kwanzaa. Since it hasn’t been observed in the United States for as long as some of the other end-of-year holidays we know and love so well (looking at you, Christmas), it tends to be overshadowed. This could also be due to the fact that Kwanzaa is one of the only seasonal holidays not affiliated with a major religion. But observing Kwanzaa is a good way to learn — and teach your children — a lot about other customs and cultures, and to have fun while doing it....
What you need to make these chai tea brownies For the chai tea brownies: 1 cup butter, melted 2 tablespoons coconut oil 2 cups sugar 4 large eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon chai tea ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup chocolate chips, optional For the eggnog frosting: 1 cup butter, softened 2 ½ cups powdered sugar ¼ cup eggnog 1 teaspoon nutmeg Directions Before you get started, line a 9-by-13-inch pan with parchment paper....
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Pan-seared salmon, inspired by Cooking Classy, doused with a creamy, lemon butter sauce and sprinkled with capers and fresh parsley is sure to become your favorite go-to for a fancy yet fuss-free meal. Salmon piccata is a welcome variation from the classic veal piccata or more commonly served chicken piccata. Though the protein component of this recipe can change, the creamy, dreamy sauce maintains the same assertive buttery citrus flavor that makes it a favorite....
