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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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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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Holiday Party Tips

November 29, 2011 Christmas
Holiday Party Tips

Let the holiday season begin! These next couple weeks are going to be packed. Not only are there presents to buy, cookies to bake, and decorations to put up, but there are also holiday gatherings to attend and host. For those of you who are looking to play hostess this holiday season, here are some [...]

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5 Thanksgiving Tips for Easy Entertaining

November 9, 2011 Entertaining
5 Thanksgiving Tips for Easy Entertaining

Putting together a Thanksgiving feast is not for the faint of heart. It takes lots of planning, time, and energy to pull off the most important meal of the year. With a giant bird to thaw, potatoes to peel, pies to bake, and relatives knocking on the door, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and want [...]

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The Basics of Yeast Breads

November 5, 2011 Autumn
The Basics of Yeast Breads

Tips and tricks from the NEW Taste of Home Baking book. Everyone loves the smell of freshly baked bread – that warm, inviting aroma wafting through the kitchen.  With the holidays fast approaching, it’s time to brush up on those yeast bread skills, and prepare for a season of baking. Yeast breads can be made [...]

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15 Secrets for Successful Pie Pastry

September 26, 2011 Autumn
15 Secrets for Successful Pie Pastry

I’ve said it before, I am not a baker – especially when it comes to pies. But, I am slowly learning. A few months back the lovely food blogger Cake Duchess, shared with me her favorite pie crust. Since then I’ve been making pies like crazy and have been having quite a bit of success. [...]

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