But I have said this before, and I will say it again: “If it can be made, it can be made vegan.” All it takes is creativity, ingenuity and maybe a bit of help from yours truly here at Thanksgiving & Co. Brunch can be an overwhelming adventure for the indecisive. Do we want savory? Do we want sweet? French toast is a brunch favorite because we get eggs, bread, toppings and syrup all in one go....

The risk from rinsing or washing poultry For years, people have been rinsing their turkeys before patting them dry and preparing them to be cooked. But is the practice actually helpful? Actually, the answer to that is no: rinsing or washing your favorite tasty dinner bird before you pop it in the oven or deep fryer doesn’t clean it at all. In fact, it isn’t only “not recommended,” the process can actually spread more germs throughout your kitchen....

Instructions Head over to Give Recipe for rest of this healthy green bean casserole recipe.

This recipe for Stracciatella, Tomatoes, and Basil Crostini is bright, cool, and creamy. But you’re probably asking, “What is stracciatella?” Well, it’s an Italian soft cheese–a mixture of mozzarella, buffalo milk, and cream that is rich and buttery. But if you can’t find this cheese in your local specialty cheese shop, you can totally substitute it for mozzarella or burrata. Maybe even creamy goat cheese for an even richer taste....

Don’t you think fall is the best time of year? It’s when we don adorable scarves and boots, it’s when trees turn beautiful shades of red and yellow — and, most importantly, it’s pumpkin season! People love to get creative with their pumpkin-flavored everything these days, so we know this pumpkin martini recipe will go over well. It’s sweet. It’s boozy. It’s creamy. And with spiced rum, pumpkin spice syrup, and a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg, it’s bursting with autumn flavors....

Food is medicine Dr. Hyman — who is the director of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, and founder and director of The UltraWellness Center — believes that food has the power to change our health and reverse chronic illness. His philosophy is that food is medicine — and he often tells his patients to get their nutrients from plants, fruits, nuts, seeds and oils, high-quality meats and sourced fish, not from vitamin supplements, if possible....

No, this is not some spell placed on you by ghosts of turkeys past. This is what inevitably happens each year when cooks across America prepare far more food than any normal gathering of dinner guests could ever even come close to consuming. Your next thought: what do I do with all of these leftovers? MORE: Turn Thanksgiving leftovers into a mouthwatering barbecue turkey sandwich Thanksgiving day leftovers are by far some of the best leftovers to be had....

Valentine’s Day cards On Valentine’s Day, people exchange cards so frequently that the holiday holds the No. 2 spot for sending and exchanging cards (only behind Christmas). Valentine’s cards originally got their start in the United Kingdom but made their way to the United States in the mid-1800s when a Massachusetts-based printer named Esther Howard offered them for the first time. Hallmark got in on the act in the early 1900s, and the rest is history....

For those of us who are naturally skeptical, logic is the shield we tote around to fend off talk of things that aren’t tangible — things like spirits, apparitions, hauntings. Logic isn’t always impenetrable, though. MORE: Costume rentals are the sustainable, high-quality Halloween costume trend Maybe it’s a sensation, like the exact moment the tiny hairs on the back of your neck stand up or a shiver shoots up your spine....

Back in the year year 165 BCE, Antiochus, a Syrian king, tried to force the Jewish in Israel to worship the Greek gods. Many Jews resisted this, including Jewish priest Judah Maccabeus, who led the three-year Maccabean Revolt against the Syrians — he was successful, and eventually drove them out. The Jews could once again worship their god in the Temple of Jerusalem. After the victory, the Jews eliminated all Greek symbols from the Temple of Jerusalem, completing the task on the 25th day of Kislev....

But tarot is having a renaissance, and not for its predictive powers. Tarot is actually a great self-care tool. I started learning about tarot cards after a major life crisis (addiction, near-terminal illness, lost relationships and careers — you know, low-key stuff) had me seriously questioning my ability to make decisions. I felt powerless and like I had no control over where my life was heading. Enter: tarot cards. To be transparent, I certainly started to learn tarot because I wanted to believe that I could tell the future....

If you’re not into waiting until the last minute (where you can potentially find some amazing, last-minute travel savings), Skyscanner recommends booking Easter travel in February for the best deals. Below are the top Easter travel recommendations to scope out while you’re searching for your upcoming Easter getaway. ALSO CHECK OUT: 6 new Easter candy and cookies coming in 2019 New Orleans If you love parades, NOLA is the place to be on Easter Sunday....

1. Make lists Plan your menu well in advance and create a shopping list that you’ll tackle 3 to 4 days before the big day. In addition to recipe ingredients and drinks, remember to include paper items, such as toilet paper, napkins, and paper towels. And don’t forget the ice! Eating Well recommends the following rules of thumb: 1 guest = 4 cocktail napkins + 1 pound of ice (for icing drinks and serving) Cheat Sheet = Expect one alcoholic beverage per guest per hour....

Giving roses As mentioned above, red roses are a classic symbol of romantic love, and they’re a very popular item to give to a beloved on Valentine’s Day. But why? For starters, consider the name of the rose itself — in many languages, particularly romance languages, the word “rose” means pink. Also, in ancient Greece, the rose was associated with the goddess of love, Aphrodite. Does it get any more romantic than that?...

Hot-air balloon basket This beautiful hot air balloon is simple and inexpensive to make. The charming basket idea from Party Pinching transforms a regular basket of your choice, paper straws and a Easter grass into a sweet ride for a stuffed bunny, chick or chocolate treat. As a bonus, adding a lot of additional Easter candy won’t weigh it down. MORE: Easter egg decorating tips that will take your eggs from drab to fab...

Just to make this salad even more fall-inspired, I made the vinaigrette out of pumpkin seed oil, honey, champagne vinegar and just a touch of garlic. This salad is totally delicious and perfect for your holiday feast or just a normal weekday lunch. Your Thanksgiving guests will be asking you for the recipe for this Autumn Chopped Kale and Spinach Salad. Yield 4

Our cardamom grapes wrapped in blue cheese and pistachios are an easy and elegant way to add a touch of sophistication to your next gathering. They combine the distinct flavor of blue cheese (also called bleu cheese, in a nod to France), a warm hint of cardamom and the contrast of salty, crunchy nuts with a surprisingly sweet and juicy center. Nobody has to know that these impressive looking little balls are so easy to make!...

Melt-in-your-mouth good, they’re topped with a sprinkling of coarse sea salt to provide just the right contrast to the sweetness. While all kinds of caramel are good, you’ll taste the made-from-scratch goodness that takes these candies to the next level. Maybe it’s the ingredients that give them that special taste, or maybe it’s the love. Whatever it is, when placed inside a pretty jar with a festive ribbon, these candies become a holiday gift that’s sure to bring a smile to the lucky recipient’s face....

Glitter eggs For kids (or moms) who love glitter, we suggest a few Easter eggs that shine and sparkle. Simply get a small brush — the smaller the better for being precise with the glue — and “paint” designs with glue on the boiled shell before rolling each egg in a variety of glitter. You might also want to try confetti or cake sprinkles — anything that will stick is fair game!...

Roasting is one of the simplest, most popular ways to cook a turkey. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a pro, you can’t go wrong using these no-fuss steps to making a perfectly roasted turkey for Thanksgiving Day! How to roast a whole turkey Step 1: Thaw the turkey Make sure the turkey is fully thawed. You have to plan ahead for this — you can’t thaw a turkey quickly!...