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Spread Holiday Cheer with Homemade Food Baskets

December 21, 2012 Christmas
Spread Holiday Cheer with Homemade Food Baskets

Mrs. Holiday shares a tip to make the season merry and bright — for everyone. It’s a festive season for many, but don’t forget those who are alone or need some cheering up this time of year. Do you do anything special for the home-bound people in your neighborhood or further away? If you can’t [...]

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Fast, Fabulous Uses for Summer Berries

July 11, 2012 Behind the Scenes
Fast, Fabulous Uses for Summer Berries

Taste of Home Food Stylist, Kathryn Conrad, shares a few easy was for using summer berries. Berry Ice Cubes Plop whole, juicy berries in an ice tray, add water and freeze. Pop out and store, frozen, in zip-top baggies. These colorful ice gems make a pretty and tasty addition to iced tea, lemonade or pure, [...]

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National Dairy Month: Cheese Pairing 101 and a Giveaway

June 20, 2012 Behind the Scenes
National Dairy Month: Cheese Pairing 101 and a Giveaway

From small family-operated dairies to the aging rooms of renowned cheese makers, cheese has and still is, shaping the American food scene. There are 300 different varieties of cheese produced in the United States, and according to the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, “Wisconsin produces 600 varieties, types and styles of American, international-style and original cheeses [...]

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Food Writing Tips

May 30, 2012 Dessert
Food Writing Tips

Have you always wanted to start your own blog but just didn’t know how to put words on paper? Writing coach and food writer, Jamie Schler, shares some helpful tips for writing about delicious, wonderful food. Food, as we all know, is more than just nourishment for the body, a dish more than just the [...]

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Food Styling Tips: Bowl of Soup

May 25, 2012 Behind the Scenes
Food Styling Tips: Bowl of Soup

Taste of Home Food Stylist, Kathryn Conrad, shares a few easy tips for dressing up a simple bowl of soup. When people discover that I am a food stylist the top three questions I am asked are these, and in this order: Is the food you style real? Do you still cook at home? Do [...]

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Let’s Talk Derby! Recipes and Party Ideas for the Kentucky Derby

May 4, 2012 Entertaining
Let’s Talk Derby! Recipes and Party Ideas for the Kentucky Derby

It’s all horse play. The Kentucky Derby is one of America’s oldest and most fashionable sporting events, complete with pretty hats, red roses and Mint Juleps. With thousands flocking to Louisville, Kentucky this Saturday, we’ve got the perfect plan to help you break out of the gate this spring with the ultimate equestrian party. This [...]

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Happy Earth Day!

April 22, 2012 Behind the Scenes
Happy Earth Day!

Alysse Gear, Taste of Home’s very own Green Team leader, helps the entire Taste of Home offices celebrate Earth Day. Nearly a year ago now was my first day in the Milwaukee’s Reader’s Digest/Taste of Home office. I was welcomed by a big cube, new laptop, incredibly cheerful co-workers—and a few environmental blunders that later [...]

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How to Cook with Wine

February 20, 2012 How To
How to Cook with Wine

Our editors at Taste of Home love to add a little vavoom to their sauces by adding a splash of wine. In the February/March issue, Food Editor, Karen Berner, shares her secrets to make an ordinary sauce extraordinary. Here’s a little taste of what a splash of wine can do for you! Alcohol is a [...]

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DIY Super Bowl Decorations

February 3, 2012 How To
DIY Super Bowl Decorations

Every party deserves great decorations – easy crafts that come together quickly, but capture the spirit of the event. Ready to show their team spirit this Super Bowl Sunday, our editors thought up some creative ways to cheer your favorite team to victory. Laces-Out Bottle Coozie: Cozy up to your drink by spray painting old [...]

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Easy Dips for Chicken Wings

February 1, 2012 Appetizer
Easy Dips for Chicken Wings

When it comes to chicken wings, the usual go to dip is a creamy ranch or tangy blue cheese. But with the start of baseball season upon us, convenient on-hand ingredients can be transformed into quick dips that are sure to pack a flavorful punch. Spice it up: Combine apricot preserves, Worcestershire sauce, light brown [...]

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