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  • Thanksgiving Side Dish Suggestions

    Thanksgiving is again approaching and it's another wonderful time for friends and famiily to get together and show their love, and appreciation for their good fortune. It's also a great time to come up with ne traditions, and new recipes to "wow" the family with. Why not think a little outside the box this year and try a few new recipes that are a little less traditional perhaps, but still just a delicious? You never know, the new side dish you try today, may become the next tradition. Here's a list of Thanksgiving side dishes to try this year, Thanksgiving side dish suggestions.

  • How to Select and Prepare Your First Thanksgiving Turkey

    So you're feeling all grown up now and you've decided it's time to treat your family to a Thanksgiving feast prepared by your own two hands. The only problem is, while you have loads of good intentions and enthusiasm to boot, you're short one necessary component: experience. This may be your first Turkey. Thanksgiving can be an intimidating task for a novice cook. Not to mention your siblings will never let you live it down if your turkey doesn't turn out. Have no fear, there's help. ...

  • Low Sugar Fruit Spread for the Holidays

    If you love giving homemade gifts or making your own sugar controlled goodies you'll love being able to make your own fruit spread. Fruit spreads can be used in so many ways, heated and used for a glaze for hams, on biscuits, on scones, or a topping on ice cream. Whatever the use may be these fruit spreads can be made with reduced sugar, and placed in cute jars for a thoughtful holiday gift. Here's the simple recipe. Find out how to make your own here: How to make low sugar fruit spread

  • Top Pumpkin Recipes for Autumn

    The chilly weather is setting in, there's the appearance of pumpkins on front porches, and we're starting to see the first flecks of gold, orange and yellow in the leaves. That means it is time to think about great seasonal recipes that you can try with your family. Here is a list with links to some of my favorite pumpkin recipes. Give them a try! Here's the link: Top Pumpkin recipes for fall

  • Pumpkin Pie Pancakes

    Looking for a great Halloween breakfast for your child to get them in the mood for the night ahead? Think no further with these yummy pumpkin pancakes. Filled with yummy golden raisins and just the right amount of pumpkin flavor your kids will love this hauntingly delicious breakfast. Here's the easy recipe: How to make Pumpkin Pie pancakes

  • Great Halloween Candy Alternatives

    It's no secret today that much of what we are feeding our young are causing obesity in epidemic proportions. With Halloween right around the corner, it is a good and healthy idea to come up with a few alternatives to sugar laden candy. Here are few suggestions, keep in mind some of these items are not appropriate for very small children. For the tips and ideas see: Great Alternatives to Halloween Candy

  • How to Make Pepper Steak Using Carne Picada

    The economy is tight, and fixing foods we love on a budget is key to having money left over every month. Carne Picada is thin strips of beef and used frequently in Mexican style dishes. However, it is so versatile you can often use it for many dishes. It comes already cut and is relatively inexpensive compared to other cuts of beef. Here's the easy and quick recipe: How to make Pepper Steak

  • How to Make Mexican Style Chicken Soup

    Finding healthy soups that are tasty in stores is always a challenge. Making your own homemade soups are not that hard and you get to control the ingredients. This recipe is easy to make and guilt free. If you're looking for big flavors, and hearty healthy comfort food, this recipe should be added to your list. See the recipe here: How to make Mexican style chicken soup

  • Top Six of the Healthiest Foods for Your Family

    We are always looking for ways to improve our health through our diets. With medical costs sky high, most of us can't afford to get sick, or go to our doctors on a regular basis. These foods are imperative to the prevention and improvement of our health and should be added to our grocery lists weekly. Here's the list: Top 6 foods your family needs for better health

  • How to Prepare Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini

    Zucchini is a great side dish for all types of meals and in some cases can be a part of the main dish such. Zucchini is often used in low carbohydrate and vegetarian dishes as a substitute for pasta. It pairs well with tomatoes, and is a great add in for casseroles, soups and stews. With so many dishes it can lend itself to, there's never an end to the possibilities. Try this simple recipe as a great compliment to a fish, steak or chicken dinner. For the recipe see: How to make cheesy stuffed zucchini

  • Top Five Most Popular Squash Recipes

    Squash is a great vegetable to serve all year around, but with the holidays not far off, it's a good idea to go ahead and start gathering up recipes now. Try making a few ahead of time to avoid any holiday mishaps. Some are great for this time of year, some are great for the holidays, but one thing for sure, they all taste great! Here's a list of the tried and true best recipes using various squash. For the most viewed and most requested recipes see: Top five most popular squash recipes.

  • Top Five Slow Cooker Recipes

    With Autumn not far off in the distance, you'll no doubt be looking for warm and satisfying comfort foods. If you love the taste and convenience of the "set it and forget it" style of cooking, then you have got to love what you can do with a slow cooker. There are very few things you can cook in this handy cookware that won't come out delicious. Over the years favorite recipes that are "goof proof" have been established. See recipes and more here: Top five best slow cooker recipes

  • How to Make Your Own Pulled Pork in a Slow Cooker

    If you have a crock pot this is the easiest way to make your own pulled pork barbeque dish. There are a lot of variations on this recipe, but for those using a crock pot it's pretty goof proof. You can add a lot to this dish but for the basics, follow these simple instructions for a great southern meal. Here's the recipe: How to make your own pulled pork.

  • How to Neutralize Your Home with Wallpaper

    If you're trying to update your homes look, especially if you're trying to sell, paint is not the only option for giving your home a nice new update. You may have been hesitant to use wallpaper in the past, and you've probably heard countless times how it is a turn off to a potential buyer, but the truth is, wallpaper is coming back in big way. Read more here: How to use wallpaper to neutralize and improve your home

  • How to Make Spicy Buttered Apples

    If you're looking for a wonderful side dish to go with your pork chops or pork loin, you really can't go wrong with this side dish. Apples are a natural mate for pork and this recipe is so easy you'll be whipping it up in no time. Great for holidays too, and don't be afraid to sere it with your Christmas ham this year. This is a great recipe for topping ice cream too! Here's the recipe: How to make spicy buttered apples

  • How to Make Delicious Tropical Carrot Salad

    If you are looking for a lush little side dish that has the flavors of the tropics, you can not go wrong with the lovely carrot salad. Keep it simple but lush by soaking the raisins ahead of time and make sure to keep this one chilled until needed. It goes well with grilled fish, chicken, or burgers to complete a tropical themed lunch or dinner. For other suggestions to go with this side dish be sure to visit the links suggested below. For this recipe see: How to make tropical carrot salad

  • How to Make Your Own Remoulade Dressing

    Remoulade dressing has been around for a long time. Originating in France, this sauce was a popular condiment through out many countries. The version commonly used in the United States is the Louisiana version, however there are many cooks that have their own secret family recipe. If you have ever loved the Remoulade dressing at a favorite seafood restaurant, you'll love knowing that it is simple to make and so tasty! Remoulade dressing is delicious on crab cakes, deviled eggs and as a dipping sauce for all sorts of seafood. This version is the basic recipe. ...

  • How to Make Brown Rice Pilaf

    Rice pilaf is one of the most versatile side dishes you can make. It may sound a bit more exotic than just rice, but it very easy to make. Rice pilaf is so versatile because of all the different additional ingredients you can add to it. Once you get the basic recipe down, you're only limited by your imagination. Brown rice for this dish is ideal since it does not clump together. Brown rice that is mixed with wild rice is especially good to use. For the recipe see: How to make brown rice pilaf

  • How to Prepare Creamy Chicken Bisque

    If you've grown tired of your usual chicken recipes, you may want to give this simple, yet tasty recipe a try. While the name of this dish may seem impressive and challenging, it couldn't be easier and quicker to make and serve to your family. The best part of this basic recipe is you can add to it and make it a uniquely special creation suited to your tastes and preferences. Here's the recipe: Creamy Chicken Bisque

  • 4th of July Celebration Punch Recipe

    Are you looking for a last minute punch appropriate for Independence Day? This colorful punch is attractive and so fitting for a 4 th of July celebration. Holiday Events and Celebrations. This punch will be an attractive centerpiece to your celebration and a great way to keep your red, white and blue theme going. Here's the recipe: 4th of July Celebration punch