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Navigating food allergies As a holiday host, trying to accommodate a variety of food allergies and sensitivities can feel daunting. When it seems like every guest has a different need, throwing up your hands and putting together an artful arrangement of rice cakes might seem like your only option — but even those rice cakes might not be safe for everyone. What’s a host to do? Aside from not panicking and giving up, there is plenty you can do....

Craving a rich, fragrant stew that delectably satisfies your need for comfort food while also feeding your desire for experiencing different cuisines? Make our Moroccan chicken tagine with olives, preserved lemons and couscous, inspired by Chew Nibble Nosh, and your hunger yearnings will be appeased. Laden with intoxicatingly aromatic Moroccan spices, this palate-pleasing chicken dish features juicy chicken pieces exuding garlic and ginger flair while bathing in a thick sauce flavorfully punctuated with lemons, olives, harissa and honey....

With this version, saffron plays a big role of adding that diverse taste and aroma to the pears. Alongside the spiced pears, a big dollop of mascarpone mixed with Marsala wine makes it even more delectable. Definitely a must for a special occasion during the holidays. Everyone will rave about it! Yield 4

One of the most wonderful things about Thanksgiving is the tantalizing smell of turkey, basted with butter and herbs, roasting slowly in the oven. For me, it brings back memories of happy childhood holidays celebrated at Grandma’s house. In fact, the aroma of a roast turkey is still one of those things that always puts a contented smile on my face. As an adult, however, I have learned that one of the worst things about Thanksgiving is the messy cleanup....

Well, here is some news: Many of our generation’s favorite toys are still around, and they’ve even been slightly souped up for the new millennium! It’s like the best of both worlds — perfect for giving the tiny humans in your life a glimpse of what the “days of old” were kinda like. Here are the five currently sitting in our online shopping cart. Barbie Dreamhouse (Mattel) Barbie’s enduring magic is even more fabulous with this tech update of her lavish Dreamhouse....

Even though early spring may still feel like winter, these colorful confetti bars from Chelsea’s Messy Apron sure do look like spring! They’re a delicious indulgence, made with pastel colored M&M’s, white chocolate, sprinkles, and gooey marshmallows. Set on a cookie dough base, then sprinkled with an assortment of chocolate and marshmallows, these melty, gooey bars are easy to make — and sure to please a crowd! /recipes/dessert-recipes/loaded-cookie-bars These confetti bars are made with white chocolate chips for a lighter flavor, but you can substitute for milk, dark or semi-sweet chips....

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Try this tasty Thanksgiving dinner menu: A Cajun-Inspired Thanksgiving Meal Cajun spice-rubbed roasted turkey Turkey gumbo Cajun corn and kale salad Cajun cornbread stuffing with andouille sausage Okra creole Black-eyed peas with bacon Pecan praline semifreddo with bourbon caramel Table Setting Tip This spicy feast deserves a table setting just as bold, so use bright reds, oranges and rusts of the season to create a traditional spread. If you have the time, create a cornucopia that combines fresh fruits, gourds, and flowers—your guests will be impressed!...

Then, just as you find your footing, along comes a holiday capable of compromising all your progress. In November, Friendsgiving is that offender. But hark, there is hope! A keto-approved Friendsgiving menu lets you have your proverbial (grain-free) cake and eat it, too. You can still host an amazing get-together with your favorite people. Even better? You don’t have to sulk around with raw celery while everyone else dines on the dishes you’ve been eyeballing all night....

For independence day, you can easily lean into the Americana theme: flags, stars and stripes, and everything red, white and blue. Sometimes, though, it’s nice to not be so literal. Maybe just keep the food on message with a special blue cocktail, a whipped cream flag cake with strawberries and blueberries, and some red peppers with hummus. But for decorations, games, floats, etc., mix it up and expand the theme to fun, very 2019 items that will keep your party feeling festive and fresh....

When you’re craving a savory comfort food, this pork tenderloin recipe, inspired by Flour On My Face, is a satisfying go-to. Every bite of this tender, fall-apart pork is full of sweet, spicy flavor that’s hard to beat. (We used a different cut of meat for this recipe, so the cooking time is less.) It’s all in the rub Forget the pre-made spice rubs that are loaded with salt, MSG and other preservatives....

Keep reading for a history of the man behind the holiday. End of the fourth century St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, was born in Britain to wealthy Christian parents. His father was a Christian deacon. However, it is said his family wasn’t particularly religious and that his father was a deacon more for the tax benefits it provided the family. Age 16 Patrick was taken hostage by a group of Irish raiders who were attacking his family’s large property....

Intriguing in its Freudian approach, I committed myself to the challenge that founder Brooke Castillo of “Life Coach School” shared with her listeners. And spoiler, I did lose weight — 10 pounds to be exact. But the best result wasn’t my physical one. It was the transformation I noticed in my mental health. Interested yet? So, what is the Urge Jar challenge? The Urge Jar Challenge hacks into our decision-making process and changes how we react to an urge....

However, cultivating a very merry holiday decor style doesn’t always come cheap. To help uncover a few tips for doing so without blowing our whole holiday spending allotment, we tapped someone who’s used to creating the quintessential holiday atmosphere on a budget: a Hollywood set decorator. For the better part of the last year, Missy Ricker has been working on a new show for Netflix called Outer Banks (it’s slated to drop in the spring)....

This year, tap into your favorite guy’s unspoken wish list. He might not ask directly or even say it out loud, but he’s probably been dying to try a few beauty (ahem, grooming if he’s gender-sensitive) products. From body wash that fights off bacne to an anti-aging face regimen, the following gift picks are sure to please. Beard babying: Viking Revolution Beard Wash and Conditioner Set Everyone’s buzzing about beard oil, the manly man’s ultimate beauty product....

Sexy tousled waves This tousled bedhead look is sexy and fun, and it is perfect for Valentine’s Day. This style works great on short bobs with layers. Start by spraying a texturizing spray at the roots to give your hair plenty of volume. Next, use a wide-barreled curling iron and curl your hair in different directions (some curled forward and some back), pulling down on the curling iron as you release to give your curl a relaxed look....

If the thought of going without your Grandma’s famous pecan pie is still bringing you down, let us help. We’ve compiled a bevy of keto Thanksgiving recipes perfect for your health-conscious holiday feast. Keto eggnog OK, so technically this isn’t a “dish.” Although you can serve it in a dish (hello, punch bowl!), which means it counts. And what’s a holiday without eggnog, really? This keto version utilizes a combination of coconut milk and cashew milk to make the base, along with stevia and monk fruit sweeteners in the place of sugar....

Pompoms: They aren’t just for fluffy bunny tails anymore. These soft, multipurpose balls of yarn can be used to create, or add to, just about any idea you have. We just happen to have a craft that takes pompoms to a whole new level. This Autumn pompom wreath, inspired by Naztazia, will soon become a regular addition to your home—and the homes of friends and family once they admire your creation....

Think great-tasting burgers have to be grilled? Not even! These juicy oven-roasted burgers, inspired by a recipe from Frugal Haus Frau, prove you can cook up the flavorful American classic whatever the weather. Bonus: None of the charring and dryness that grilling can cause. Not to mention, these burgers are a cinch to make, especially without the mess of charcoal or the hassle of getting gas for the grill. Just mix up the ingredients (which you most likely already have) and stick the patties in the oven....

Instead of the usual pie made in a pie pan, try this one — baked in a cast-iron skillet! Every bite of this delish dessert is full of cinnamon-spiced, sugar-sweet chunks of apples nestled between two perfectly-crisped crusts, all baked to hot, bubbly goodness. Once you try this pie, based on a recipe inspired by Written Reality, you’ll wonder why you haven’t baked like this before. The bottom crust boasts an abundance of butter and brown sugar, a fitting bed for the tender apples....