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Weekend Project: Pie Crust Prep

November 5, 2010 Dessert
Weekend Project: Pie Crust Prep

How’s everyone doing? Is your planning and cleaning going well?  I’m almost done with my own kitchen cleaning – just need to finish up a few odds and ends, but the end is in sight! My menu for Thanksgiving is slowly coming together. I’m struggling with trying to decide what to serve for dessert. Some [...]

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Thanksgiving Turkey Primer

November 3, 2010 How To
Thanksgiving Turkey Primer

As we continue our Countdown to Thanksgiving, food stylist Alynna Malson is back to share some essential turkey tips for that perfect bird. The turkey is often the most feared dish of Thanksgiving dinner. Questions about the holiday staple run the gamut: How big should the turkey be? Should I brine it? How long should [...]

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Homemade Halloween Costumes

October 19, 2010 Halloween Recipes
Homemade Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just a week away! I’m so excited, which is surprising because Halloween really isn’t my holiday. But regardless, I’ve been scouring the Internet for costume suggestions and party tips. With so many costume shops and online stores selling the latest and greatest costumes – at rather obscene prices – I thought about how [...]

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How to Carve a Pumpkin

October 13, 2010 Halloween Recipes
How to Carve a Pumpkin

When I was little, carving the perfect pumpkin was one of my favorite Halloween activities. My sisters and I would make a huge production of deciding what to carve into our pumpkin.  We’d each draw a design and argue over which one would be used. Once we’d made a decision, we’d wrangle up our Dad [...]

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Halloween Decoupage Lanterns

October 6, 2010 Halloween Recipes
Halloween Decoupage Lanterns

Aren’t these adorable? Not only will these get us into the Halloween spirit, but I’m pretty sure Trick-or-Treaters won’t have trouble finding your house when you put out these festive jar lanterns. To make these creative lanterns, choose jars in various sizes (such as leftover pickle jars). Brush a coat of decoupage glue and sealant, [...]

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How to Make Jam

September 1, 2010 How To
How to Make Jam

Is it just me, or is everyone canning? So many of my favorite food blogs are talking about canning and making fresh jam for the winter. I’m going to be honest. Canning scares me. It just seems like such a long and intimidating process. All of that boiling and transferring of molten liquids. With my [...]

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How to Make a Flower Pie Crust

August 27, 2010 Dessert
How to Make a Flower Pie Crust

One of the great things about summer is the large amount of fresh fruit available. When I go to the market, the fresh peaches, plump cherries, delicate plums, and tart blueberries overwhelm me. So much fruit! So many recipes! Currently, I’m in a pie phase. I love bringing home peaches and transforming them into hot [...]

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How to Make Stuffed Burgers

August 25, 2010 Dinner
How to Make Stuffed Burgers

With Labor Day quickly approaching, I’ve been working on putting together a fantastic menu for my end of summer party.  One of the recipes I’ve had my eye on is the Paul Bunyan burger. These burgers just look amazing. Plus, they’re stuffed with bacon, mushrooms and cheese. Yum. But, I’m worried about making stuffed burgers. [...]

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Steak Grilling Guide

August 11, 2010 Dinner
Steak Grilling Guide

Alright, Team Grill! It’s time to get serious. Today, we’re all about steak. That juicy, hunk of meat that makes every man’s mouth water – and other than baking, it’s the quickest way to their heart. Trust me. So, need to know which steak to take? With this handy guide, you’ll find hints and tips [...]

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Adventures in Ice Cream Making

July 15, 2010 Dessert
Adventures in Ice Cream Making

Growing up in St. Louis, homemade ice cream was a summer staple. My sisters and I would sit in the backyard, helping our mother turn the crank on our old ice cream maker.  Of course, we’d be impatient and would sneak a peak at the fresh, creamy goodness. Often sticking our fingers into the mix [...]

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