Let me help you a little with your holiday meals. If you serve potatoes, then you will want to try this recipe. You can make these potatoes a week in advance of your holiday meal. Just need to cook it the day of the meal. One less item off your cooking list. Claire at Sprinkles and Sprouts shares this recipe.… Read More ...
GingerDead Cinnamon Ornaments for Halloween
Who says gingerbread or cinnamon ornaments are only for Christmas. Lynn at Happier than a Pig in Mud shares how to create the ornaments and decorate them for Halloween. You could also decorate regular gingerbread cookies to serve as skeletons and mummies. A cute gift for Halloween party guests or if you “boo” your friends or neighbors.
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Pumpkin and Pork Chili
While it is pumpkin season, you can replace potatoes with pumpkin in your soups, chili and other potato dishes. This chili will work well for watching football and fueling the family on Halloween night. You can also freeze it for dinner on those busy holiday shopping days. John Griffin at Kitchen Riffs shares this recipe.
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One Pot Chicken Pot Pie Pasta
How many are ready for Halloween? I still need to decorate and get some non candy items, but I usually never put decorations up till a week before Halloween. Here is an one pot meal that will fill those kids tummies and make cleaning up easier on Halloween night. Joanna from Jo Cooks shares how to turn a classic into … Read More ...
Frozen Princess shimmering Potion Drinks Tutorial
What a cool magical drink for Halloween, princess parties, or wizard parties. Is Frozen still popular? Nikki at Tikkido shares how to make this drink that was originally created for adults. A wonderful drink even for a winter party. Nikki also included the original adult drink. The shimmer lasts about 20 minutes. (Snowflake paper cups
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Mice in the Kitchen Cupcakes
These cute mice aren’t scary looking, but they might give some a fright. Lynn at Happier than a Pig in Mud shares how to make these cute mice for Halloween, Christmas or even for a Cinderella party. They are easy to make and would be a fun craft to do with the kids.
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Maple Mustard Chicken and Sweet Potato Skillet
Busy schedules mean easy meals for week nights and soon the weekends with the holidays approaching. I’m all about one pot and easy clean up during the weeknights while school and sports are in session. Especially if I have to create two meals on those team dinner nights. Neli from Delicious Meets Healthy shares how to make this paleo and … Read More ...
Chicken Pot Pie Potato Chowder & Rosemary Drop Biscuit
It’s going to be a chilly weekend and I have chowder, soup and chili on my mind for my meals. There is nothing like a warm bowl of comfort food on cold or dreary days. Pretty soon the beautiful colors or autumn will turn to snowy and cold days of winter. Quinn at Quinn’s Place shares how to make this … Read More ...
Mini Pumpkin Pies
Are you like me and forget to leave room for dessert? I’m even more guilty during the holidays. I have just enough room for one bite. These mini pies are perfect for the holidays or potlucks. Serene at House of Yumm shares how to make these mini cuties to serve at your next gathering. Also perfect for those school and … Read More ...
Make Your Own Candy Corn
Ah the 31st and my last official Halloween entry. But as candy corn is good through the fall and these pumpkins would be perfect for Thanksgiving, this one should have lasting power, I hope.
Make your own candy corn with the detailed instructions and recipe at the “La Fuji Mama” blog. She gives you photos along the way … Read More ...
Turkey and Apple Curry Pot Pie
Looking for a savory meal to enjoy over the weekend. This pot pie is perfect for those apples and autumn vegetables. You could also make this with chicken. A great way to use up the leftover turkey during the holidays too. Jennifer at Seasons and Suppers shares how to make this meal.
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Simple Slow-Cooked Perfect Pot Roast
You can enjoy Sunday dinner during the work week. The slow cooker is my hero during the work week. Of course, you could also make this recipe in the slow cooker on Sunday. The weekends never seem long enough to spend quality time with family. Ally from Ally’s Cooking shares how to make this meal and a little secret to … Read More ...
Dry Ice Root Beer
Roots and Wings Co has a great how-to for making dry ice root beer that demystifies the scary stuff. While perfect for Halloween, I’ve always been wary of using dry ice because of all the warnings and fear of burns, but this root beer recipe makes it seem so easy to use.
Creamy Little Potato Pumpkin Soup
Normally I would want soup for the cooler nights, but we are having return of summer. I’ll save this the next time we have normal autumn weather. Tara at Noshing with the Nolands shares how to make this soup using little potatoes and sugar pumpkins. A great addition to your holiday table.
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Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate
Here is a beverage to enjoy during the cold autumn days and nights. This would also be enjoyable through the holiday months. Kimberly from A Night Owl shares how to make this beverage that pretty much makes itself in the crock pot. A great beverage for the holidays.
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