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Edible Olympic medals Win in the dessert event with these edible Olympic medals made from Golden Oreos and Fruit by the Foot. Icing adheres the “ribbons” to “medals” that’ll have kid athletes going for the gold. Olympic ice cream cake If you’re hosting an Olympic opening ceremonies party, this Olympic ice cream cake is a must. M&M ice cream sandwiches form the base, and whipped cream fills in the gaps. More M&M ice cream sandwiches, whipped cream, Skittles and M&Ms provide the first-place finish....

Let’s speed that up just a bit by getting to know the ingredients used in baking cookies, and how they change your delicious desserts with each variation! This article has been sponsored by Domino Sugar/C&H Sugar, and although MakeItGrateful.com has been compensated for this post, we only recommend products or services some of our team members personally use and believe will be a good fit for our readers. Baking cookies with flour Flour can make or break a cookie recipe if the baker doesn’t understand the differences among the many types available....

Not only are these recipes simple, but they’re easy to transport. Sharing is caring, especially around the holidays and most especially when there is booze involved. Here’s what you’ll need to make these boozy chocolate truffles Dark chocolate whiskey truffles 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate 3 tablespoons Irish cream, Kahlua or whiskey 2 tablespoons salted butter, room temperature Pinch of pink Himalayan salt 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, for rolling truffles 2/3 cup finely ground coffee, for rolling truffles...

Especially on this holiest of football holidays, save, of course, Super Sunday. We reconnect with loved ones, start the day with hot toddies and the “early game,” while Grandma rolls out assorted plates of charcuterie. Family, football & Thanksgiving Relatives you haven’t seen since the year prior bond over quarterback ratings, playoff predictions and next year’s draft picks. Drew Brees and the Saints are marching on to the playoffs. Yes, but how are they going to pass on Philly’s defense once they get there?...

We always called them “easy truffles” because we didn’t have to dip the whole truffle in melted chocolate at the end. These truffles remind me of something my mother would have made but with a grown up bourbon twist. I, of course, opted for simply rolling them crushed pecans, but if you’re up for the challenge they would be great dipped in melted chocolate. Makes 50 truffles.

This recipe fills little game hens with a stuffing made mainly with Mexican-style chorizo (a seasoned pork sausage), and they’re topped off with a tangy prickly pear barbecue sauce. Prickly pears are the little red fruits from a cactus, and are native to the Americas. Yield 6 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup yellow onion, diced 1/2 tablespoon garlic, chopped 1 habanero pepper, sliced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano 1 cup apple cider vinegar 2 cups prickly pear puree (available in specialty food stores) 1 cup veal stock 1 cup sugar For the chorizo stuffing 2 pounds Mexican-style chorizo 2 cups breadcrumbs 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon lime juice For the game hens 6 game hens, semi-boneless (can substitute quail) Heat oil in a sauce pot over medium heat and gently cook the onion until tender and translucent....

Whether it’s Michael J. Fox’s adorable teenage face (and those skateboarding skillz!), the killer soundtrack (hello, Huey Lewis!), the sleek DeLorean or the idea of going back in time to fix our embarrassing mistakes, this flick more than deserves a second viewing. So why not make a night of it by inviting some friends and serving a menu good enough to bend the space-time continuum? Marty McFly would most definitely approve of dinner and a movie Back to the Future-style....

MORE: Moms write letters to themselves in first year of motherhood This DIY jacket is so simple that it’ll take you just one Netflix episode to complete. The secret: Creating a stencil on the computer with a script font. We attached our stencil, print below for you to make it even easier. This way, you don’t spend hours fussing over hand lettering. (One DIY at a time, amirite?) This is a present she’ll cherish forever because 1) you made it, and 2) denim jackets never go out of style....

Looking for something slightly different for your leftover turkey sandwiches this Thanksgiving? These easy pretzel rolls, inspired by Sally’s Baking Addiction, are perfect for leftover turkey sandwiches — or any type of sandwich. They also are great with our cheesy beer fondue. No matter how you eat them, you will love how simple they are to make. Leftover traditions span generations. Some like to break open the sandwich fixings over late night card games....

Here are some great Father’s Day gift ideas for the dearest dads in your life! To start awesome mornings For the caffeinated dad, this mug shows your love while helping him get his morning started right. Add a sweet treat to go with his coffee, and you’ve made his whole day. Get great grilling Does he like to fire up the barbecue every weekend? If so, he’d love a shiny, new set of barbeque tools to start the summer off right....

Goal-planning is essential in making that list of New Year’s resolutions, yet how you set your goals is key in making your resolutions stick. Here are the top five tips to help you make and keep your New Year’s resolutions. 1. Make sure you really want to reach your goals It’s easy to make a list of New Year’s resolutions just because that is what everyone else is doing, but it is important that you’re setting goals that you are truly motivated to reach....

If you and your significant other are feeling the pressure from awkward political discussions, endless potlucks or potholes on those long drives to see family, you may need some one-on-one R&R to keep your sanity and relationship intact. Here are some ways to ensure that your season is merry and bright with couple quality time. Game night Make a night of playing (the right kind of) games with your honey....

On top of that, University Hospitals Medical Group reports the majority of us are stressed during the holidays, and 74 percent of people say they cope with the holiday stress by — can you guess? — eating unhealthy snacks. Luckily, there are a few tips to combat fatigue and fullness this holiday season that will leave you free to indulge with, hopefully, less nausea and guilt by the time the festivities are over....

Aries Aries are headstrong and competitive. They want to be the best and brightest and will stop at nothing to achieve their goals. When out of whack, they can be stubborn, petty, selfish and impulsive. Happiness can be achieved when they are in pursuit of a passion but don’t become so laser-focused they block out loved ones. It’s a careful balance. If you’re an Aries who’s in a funk, try exercising....

Despite our efforts to capture the moment and create reminders of these wonderful days, too often, getting good family photos ends up being one of the most stressful parts of the holiday season. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way! All in the family: A group photo If you’re going for a group shot, have a bit of a plan in mind before you assemble the clan. You want to find a place that everyone fits, where the lighting is right, and where the background works....

Indoor plants offer many benefits, and it’s not as hard as you might think to build a beautiful plant collection. You can become a Plant Person and turn your home into a plant-filled oasis without even having to leave your apartment. Thanks to the rise of plant consultants and plant delivery services, it’s easier than ever to cultivate an indoor garden with minimal time and effort. This means that indoor plants are also more accessible to people with busy lives, such as working moms, people with multiple jobs, and anyone else who doesn’t have a few extra hours to do research and go shopping....

Mummies recall scenes of slow-moving, wrapped in gauze, dripping in blood, moaning semi-humans. Not exactly cute and crafty. However, this mummy Mason jar craft, inspired by A Little Clarification, is exactly that—cute, crafty, easy, and budget-friendly. Nothing scary about it at all! Pumpkins are great for illuminating dark October nights. However, for a charming Halloween decoration that doesn’t require sharp knives and won’t begin to rot after a few days, this mummy Mason jar does the trick....

True, creating a dreamy dessert like this takes a bit of time and pastry technique. But even the most kitchen-challenged can do it, and the results are worth it. This recipe features “approachable” ingredients, not chemicals and extracts — just regular wholesome ingredients that come together to make something a little unexpected yet altogether familiar. Shape is important for a true Twinkie, of course, and for this, you need a canoe pan....