The maitake mushroom 101 White button mushrooms are available in most grocery stores year-round, but many varieties, especially wild ones, are only found at certain times of the year, or at least are at their very best at certain times of the year. Since nearly all mushrooms can be cooked in similar ways (if all other imagination fails, simply fry in butter and a splash of white wine) there’s generally little risk to trying new varieties, and it can be fun to explore the different flavors and textures, especially since mushrooms are not just tasty, but good for you too....

Some of these are super simple and others are more challenging, but you and your kids will have a blast making them together. Doc McStuffins Costume You likely already have all the supplies needed to transform you child into Doc McStuffins. A few clothing pieces, your kid’s Doc McStuffins toy medical kit, and voila! Here’s how to make it. Curious George Costume All kids love Curious George and his mischievous manner!...

One of my go-to summer dishes is a grilled corn and black bean salsa. Full of flavor and fresh ingredients, this corn salsa recipe has been a staple in my home for years. Determined to recreate it to the best of my abilities, I used my oven to roast the corn, garlic, and jalapeños, and the result — though different — was every bit as delicious! This colorful, idyllic summer recipe is easy to make, and could even double as a chilled side salad!...

Google put together an entire website to break down the most-searched costumes, which can also be viewed by region. Frightgeist, Google’s costume headquarters, can give you an idea of how played out your costume idea will be in your city, or if your brilliant pop culture reference is totally unique. It’s safe to say you likely won’t guess the most Halloween costume being googled the most this year. Let’s start the countdown…...

Yearning for an autumn-inspired drink that makes you giddy with excitement for the fall season? Sip on our vegan spiced apple margarita, inspired by Cookie and Kate, and you’ll want to go pick apples and drink this tongue-tantalizing cocktail all year round. Margaritas make us giddy, anyway, but this vegan margarita recipe is especially exciting. Made with a tasty blend of apple and lime juices, reposado tequila, agave, and a dash of cinnamon, each sip is an autumn party in your mouth....

But why is this crazy little thing called an “Instant Pot” — and other similar electric pressure cookers — so popular? Because they can help you make meals in less than half the time of most traditional cooking methods, and you don’t even have to hover over the stove to stir it regularly or make sure nothing boils over. With some basic chicken Instant Pot recipes, getting some lean protein into your diet has never been easier....

Don’t let the word “vegan” in the title make you think that soup is in any way a lesser version of another recipe! Every bowl of this cauliflower-onion soup is rich, hearty, full-flavored, and altogether delicious. Super smooth and a beautiful pale yellow color, this soup looks especially amazing when you top it with parsley and walnuts, because the color and texture of those garnishes really pop. Whether you’re looking for a winter warmer-upper or a dish to serve as a starter for your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners, this recipe is a winner....

Thanksgiving may be over but digging into leftover turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes has just begun! These three holiday favorites can be repurposed into Thanksgiving leftovers bites, inspired by Real Food By Dad, to serve hot with leftover gravy for dipping. Crispy-fried on the outside and scrumptiously tender on the inside, these Thanksgiving leftovers bites are layers of deliciousness. Each bite has a panko-breaded crunch that gives way to a comfort food layer of mashed potatoes wrapped around a tasty center of stuffing, turkey, and Gruyère cheese....

Our editors & writers only recommend products that we think are awesome and you’ll love. We do occasionally use affiliate links, which means that we may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Hop (2012) No Easter movie list would be complete without Hop. In this adorable and hilarious Easter movie, your family will meet E.B., the Easter Bunny’s son, as he goes on a mission to fight family tradition and become a rockstar instead....

They also need to be mobile, warm and safe — and away from cheap materials that could cause discomfort and skin irritation. To help you with your costume conundrum, we’ve rounded up a few ideas for both boys and girls that are affordable, high-quality, comfortable and, most of all, cute. Baby t-rex Available in sizes 6 Months to 6 years, this baby t-rex costume is scary enough for the older kids but still super-cute and nonviolent....

Starring Gene Wilder as the insane candy man, this musical classic is fun to watch for both adults and kids (though, warning: There is that one scary scene). And there are tons of literally sweet inspirations for party foods in the movie, from three-course gum, to everlasting gobstoppers, to fizz soda that makes you fly. If you’re the type of person who sometimes eats dessert for dinner, or you have a sweet tooth the size of a dinner plate, dive into this sugary and chocolatey themed dinner party....

Appealing to kids and adults alike, Mary Poppins might just be the perfect movie to arrange a viewing party around. Personally, we think that the most suiting celebration would be a fancy tea party — heavy on both savory and sweet appetizers, drinks for kids and adults, and, naturally, plenty of playfulness. Dress the part While the movie was released in 1964, the story itself takes place in 1910 London (hence the big, long skirts and the chimney sweeps)....

What style is your Halloween decor? This year, express your glam side by making these DIY glitter “boo” letters inspired by Modernly Morgan. This easy craft project will elevate your current Halloween decorating scheme by adding a little extra glitz, glamour, and, oh yeah, glitter! Now that’s what we call boo-tiful. Making your own Halloween decorations is simple, fun and satisfying. These glitter “boo” letters are easy enough for a beginning crafter to make, but the results are impressive and eye-catching....

What’s better than cheap and easy finger food? How about an elegant party nibble that’s cheap, easy and flies off the table as soon as you set it down? If your idea of deviled eggs is a boring boiled egg white slopped with mashed, hard-cooked egg yolk, mayo, mustard and relish, this elegant deviled egg recipe is going to deliciously change your mind. Rather than waste your party prep time with the classic deviled egg recipe, transform your hard-cooked eggs into scrumptious, must-eat party snacks that boast impressive, kicked-up flavors....

If you are serving meat for the later courses, fresh tomatoes are refreshingly light to start a rich dinner of goodies. These tomato and caper-stuffed pouches serve as the perfect surprise taste for your Thanksgiving feast. MORE: Italian-style stuffed spaghetti squash MORE: 8 Semi-homemade, easy appetizers with five ingredients or less

Instructions To make this green bean casserole with bacon, head to Thumb in Plum.

Is Halloween your favorite time of year because of the thrilling variety of candy ready for you to devour? We agree! Make a wicked amount of this Halloween cookie bark, inspired by Flour On My Face, for a hauntingly huge Halloween treat fix. Every eerily irresistible bite features delectable layers of graham cracker, chocolate chips, crushed Oreos, Reese’s Pieces, mini marshmallows, candy corn, and sprinkles. This recipe calls for our favorite combination of sweet treats, but is easily adaptable to include whatever Halloween candy or cookies you’re craving (or have lots of Halloween candy leftovers)....

A little skepticism is understandable. You’ve probably heard chocolate isn’t the healthiest thing you can eat. But there’s a big difference between the milk chocolate candy bars you tend to reach for at the gas station cash register and organic, raw cacao. Cocoa vs. cacao vs. chocolate While these three terms are often used interchangeably, there are important distinctions to be made. The origins, as it were, are similar. In essence, they all come from cacao beans (which are actually seeds, FYI) from the Theobroma cacao tree....

Style 1: Slices/Rings Onion slices are delicious on top of burgers, sandwiches, or tossed on the grill. You can even make your own onion rings! MORE: Instant Pot tips for beginners Style 2: Strips Onion strips are great for use in fajitas, kababs, crock pot recipes, stir fry and more! Style 3: Chopped/Diced Use chopped onions in a variety of recipes such as salads, casseroles, sauces, or mixed in with ground beef for tacos!...