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Crantastic Cranberry-Kiwi Martini

Posted November 22nd, 2011 by sugarandcharm

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Crantastic Cranberry-Kiwi Martini
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we’re all looking for festive holiday cocktails to make for holiday entertaining. The cranberry is definitely the berry of the holidays and what better way to serve it than in a martini? If you want to add a little twist to the cocktail, throw in a splash of fresh kiwi juice. It’s so delicious! Because Kiwi is a hard fruit to squeeze, use a small strainer and hold over a bowl. Place the peeled... Read More ›

Thanksgiving Leftover Party Appetizers

Posted November 21st, 2011 by Jackiefo

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Thanksgiving Leftover Party Appetizers
After plopping down on the couch in a post-Thanksgiving food coma, the last thing anyone thinks about is more food. But, unfortunately, there's still the dreaded question: What to do with all the leftovers? Thanksgiving leftovers can be great party appetizers for potlucks, or just hanging out with friends after the fam's gone home. Here are five great appetizer ideas to put your leftovers to good use. 1. Next Day Bite-Sized Turkey Sandwiche... Read More ›

How to Make a Cake: Basic Tips & Easy Cheats

Posted November 20th, 2011 by tbspangela

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How to Make a Cake: Basic Tips & Easy Cheats
If you can turn on the oven, you can bake a great cake. There's something magical about cake. Cake is one of the only things that can make both an eight year old and an eighty year old's eyes light up. It can brighten the darkest of days, be the life of a bad party, and smooth over fights. What other is that powerful? And if you harness this power yourself, think of what you could do! If you've never fancied yourself a great baker, don't worr... Read More ›

Rustic Ramekin Pecan Pies

Posted November 19th, 2011 by bevcooks

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Rustic Ramekin Pecan Pies
Let's face it. Ramekins are pretty darned cute. Anything in a ramekin just begs for an, "Awww loooook, you guys. It's in a ramekin!" Like, you could probably stick an old, burly bearded man riding a donkey in a ramekin and really feel the need to give him a pacifier and rock him to sleep. I SAID PROBABLY. So this is what I'm telling you: the goal this year at the Thanksgiving dinner table is to get at LEAST FIVE, "Awww, look you guys. The... Read More ›

Football Field Party Tray

Posted November 18th, 2011 by sugarandcharm

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Football Field Party Tray
Ready for some football?! Football season is in full swing and if you’re throwing any Monday night madness parties this season create a special football field dip for your fans to enjoy! It’s easy, fun and sure to be a touchdown. You will need a large, medium-depth serving tray to layer the dip in. Start the first layer off with refried beans. Then add some grated cheese to the top of the beans for extra flavoring. Ne... Read More ›

Chai-tini Cocktail

Posted November 17th, 2011 by michelle.p

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Chai-tini Cocktail
What’s better than a cup of hot chai tea?  Definitely a Chai-tini! This cocktail is everything you love about chai: a little creamy; a little sweet; but subtly spiced with all the delicious spices that make the holidays taste and smell so delicious.  Plus, of course, a little vodka. The Chai-tini is the holiday alternative to dessert drinks, like a chocolate martini – particularly as (can you believe it?) not everyone is a chocolate fan... Read More ›

Cranberry Cocktails for the Holiday Season

Posted November 16th, 2011 by nybarfly

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Cranberry Cocktails for the Holiday Season
Over the river and through the woods, to grandmother’s house we…oh wait, did you hear she’s serving gross cranberry sauce from the can again? Almost makes you want to turn the sleigh around. Don’t let the fear of flavor boredom impact your next gathering. Serve cranberry in a way that everyone will enjoy: cocktails! The fruit makes a great beverage base—and while everyone is used to it in Cosmos (snooze), it can spice up a number of ot... Read More ›

Vegetarian Thanksgiving That Doesn’t Suck!

Posted November 15th, 2011 by voodoolily

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Vegetarian Thanksgiving That Doesn’t Suck!
As a food lover, Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. There's no pressure to buy greeting cards, no costumes, no weird hidden agendas or twists on the "real" meaning; it's just a holiday where we get together with the ones we love to feast and give thanks. That's it. Of course, it wasn't always that simple. For ten years I was a vegetarian, and Thanksgiving became a bone of contention among my well-meaning but traditional meat-and-potatoes fa... Read More ›

Gobble-Gobble, Turkey Cupcakes!

Posted November 14th, 2011 by SandiArata

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Gobble-Gobble, Turkey Cupcakes!
Here's a sweet treat the kids will definitely gobble-gobble up! It’s almost turkey time again! These easy turkey cupcakes are a great way to sweetly celebrate the season—and they are the perfect treats to get the little ones involved in the kitchen fun. The ingredients are simple. For each cupcake you’ll need: 1 plain chocolate cupcake & chocolate frosting 1 Double Stuff Oreo cookie 6 candy corns 1 large malt ball... Read More ›

How to Cook Mushrooms

Posted November 13th, 2011 by tbspangela

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How to Cook Mushrooms
Whether you sauté them, stuff them or bake them, you're in for a treat. Here's how to cook mushrooms and find out which ones you’ll love best. Introducing: The Fungus of Flavor! Until 20 years ago, whenever people heard the word "mushroom," they thought only of the small white mushrooms packaged in the supermarket produce section. Then TV chefs started showing us how to buy cremini mushrooms—very much like white mushrooms except they have... Read More ›