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Time savers: Don't let hosting get in the way of holiday fun - The small talk leading up to the holidays might focus on food and presents, but enjoying the company of loved ones is what's really at the heart of the season. So if you're planning on hosting, don't let kitchen duty keep you from catching up with family and friends.   Chimichurri Sauce: an all-purpose sauce, or even as a salad dressing. It is good on grilled or baked salmon, burgers and beef, or tofu.   Cherry-Stuffed French Toast with Cherry Sauce   Tomato and Corn Muffins   Get to Know Your Pumpkin The following recipe makes a thick rich soup - or bisque - with pieces of apple for a nice color contrast and some crunch - a perfect way to welcome fall and celebrate Halloween. Pumpkin Bisque>>   Pumpkin Days Halloween is upon us once again and Pioneer Thinking joins the festivities with some delicious Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Soup and Roasted Pumpkin Seed recipes. Easy to make and wonderful to share this time of year. >>more   "Bewitching" Treats Involve Kids In Halloween Festivities Creating fun food for Halloween is always a great way to involve children in the festivities. Here are a few fun and easy ideas for Halloween treats that are sure to create quite a scare. >>more   Scare Up Some Easy Treats This Halloween Let your cauldron boil over with tasty treats that are perfect for Halloween parties and other fall get-togethers. It's easier than a witch's brew and tastier, too! >>more   A Hot Tip for the Coolest-Ever Summer Party: Make it Personal Want to throw a summer party that creates just the right atmosphere and leaves your guests raving about your ingenuity? The secret to making any party a success, say professionals, is to use personalized touches that delight and enchant your guests. more>>   Remembering Dad at the Grill The ancient practice of roasting small chunks of meat over an open fire can easily be updated for a tasty Father’s Day grill. Recipe for Tuna Kebabs>>   Grilling Breakfast for Mom On Mother’s Day, breakfast in bed is nice. If the weather is balmy and bright, being served outdoors, on the terrace, deck or patio, is even nicer. What could beat basking in the mild morning sun, sipping cold juice while being waited on? Recipe for Breakfast Bruschetta >>   Making Breakfast On Mother's Day - Berry Surprise Pancakes are the perfect centerpiece for this breakfast. Berry Surprise Pancakes >>   Celebrate with Fun Family Crafts What better way to celebrate the season than with a fun family craft project that gets into the spring spirit? These adorable bonnets made with sugar cookies and cupcakes are easy to make. Even the youngest member of the family can make their very own bonnet with a little help from mom, dad or an older sibling. Turn the whole family into hat designers! more>>   Celebrating Today's Irish Cooking St. Patrick’s Day is perfect for celebrating the renaissance of great cooking in Ireland. Today, travelers go for the food, rather than despite it, touring the country to enjoy the breathtaking, green countryside and the dynamic energy of the cities. No longer condemned to breakfasts loaded with several kinds of fried pork, followed by a day of overcooked, monotonous pub fare, visitors now savor gourmet dishes as healthful as they are memorable. For a taste of Ireland try the Contemporary Colcannon recipe >>   Spring Gets a Colorful Push in India The coming of spring is celebrated in India with the colorful, exuberant festival of Holi. Bonfires are lit to banish the last nights of winter, people throw colored powders into the air and there’s dancing in the streets. Like all joyous festivals, Holi is also an occasion for feasting. Welcome spring this year - and celebrate Holi - with the delicious flavors of India. Red Lentil Dal recipe >>   Transport Your Kitchen to the Southwest You don’t have to leave the state or the country to get away from the winter doldrums. You can take a break in your own kitchen by preparing dishes from the sunny southwest. Get Turkey Fajitas recipe >>   New Year's Foods Promise Good Luck New Year’s is the time when people around the world hope for good luck and prosperity. Those dreams and aspirations have inspired many food traditions. more>>   Holiday Mix and Gift Recipes Looking for ways to save money at the holiday season? How about giving gifts specially made in your kitchen? My kids' 4-H Club made several of these gift items for a holiday project a few years ago. more>>   Chestnuts Made Easy Roasting chestnuts signals winter cocooning and shared holiday feasts. Their aroma makes the house smell even better than desserts or breads baking in the oven. more>>   Feeding a Crowd for the Holidays With careful menu planning, advance preparation, and easy-to-make and easy-to-maintain dishes, anybody can enjoy themselves in a crowd. more>>   Make-Ahead Turkey For The Holidays Can you imagine a relaxed Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner without needing to actually cook a turkey on the big day? You'd be able to enjoy the festivities as much as your friends and family! more>>   Saluting The Food Of The Pilgrims Many traditional English and American Indian classics marry well because both types are hearty and especially suited to long, hard winters. >> recipe: New England Dinner   America's Christmas Adventure You know the old song "Christmas Eve will find me... where the love light glows- I'll be home for Christmas...." Well, Christmas Eve will find me lounging on the couch, watching snow flakes falling gently while sipping my old fashioned cocoa (made with real milk heated on the stove). I admire the lovely tree piled high with gifts and my joyful heart swells at how blessed I am. more>>   Paranormal Party Provisions A costumed Halloween get-together is a tradition that allows us to recapture some childhood memories and have a thrill in the process. But, what's a party without punch? For those of you who haven't scared-up your own formula, try this recipe for a frighteningly flavorful Witches Brew that will definitely take your guests' breath away. more>>   Salsa with an Asian Accent A typical fresh salsa is transformed by trading scallions for onions, then adding ginger and Chinese black bean sauce. more>>   It's Harvest Time In The Kitchen Whatever the weather, autumn has arrived, prompting cooks to think about heartier fare. Thoughts turn from summer salad bowls to simmering pots. more>>   A Lot of Nutrition in a Little Brown Bag The most popular purchased lunches to eat at the office are sandwiches, wraps and salads. But they can be full of hidden fats and calories and poor nutrition bargains. The only way to get a true bargain is to make your own. more>>   Posh But Affordable Wedding Dish Ideas With a bit of creativity, you can find ways to make a little go a long way with these elegant foods. more>>   Bunnies and Ham and Eggs, Oh My! It’s almost that time of year again. You’re standing, dumbfounded, in front of a mound of hard boiled eggs, sliced ham and chocolate Easter bunnies. The stress of it is almost enough to send you to bed for a week--or at least tear most of your hair out. Here are a few ideas and recipes to help you avoid both of those. >>more   Poetry on a Plate For under $6, you can make a special Valentine's Day dinner for two. Tawra and her mom have put together this Valentine menu that is sure to please that special someone! >>more   Tempting Holiday Treats The holidays are a great time for spending time with family. One favorite family activity of mine is baking! It's also a great time to teach your children how to find their way around the kitchen while also having fun with them at the same time. Try out some of these recipes and get in the holiday spirit! >>more   Cajun Cooking Spice up your life with these down home cajun cooking recipes.Crawfish Chili, Chicken Jambalaya, Tomato Buttermilk Soup, Creole Tomato Bread >>more   Lunch Blues Have the lunch blues? Need some new ideas? Try some of our lunchable temptations. >>more   Want Tender Turkey? Salt's The Secret Solution" Brining is a simple solution for a stress-free holiday turkey. >>more   Holiday Leftover Ideas I've had a lot of fun over the years devising ways to use up the leftovers from our own holiday meals--and I'd like to share some of my favorite recipes with you. >>more   Nutrition and the Athlete: Fueling Your Sport Dietary plans that provide the most efficient energy sources will help to fuel the athlete for success. A diet built around high levels of complex carbohydrates protein intake is the best approach. >>more   A Father's Day Dream: Hearty Yet Healthy Breakfast In Bed This Father's Day, treat that special man in your life by surprising him with breakfast in bed, with a stick-to-the-ribs, hearty breakfast that's also nutritious, health-protective and great tasting. >>more   How To Roast A Turkey Take the Guesswork Out of Roasting a Turkey. Easy instructions to have a perfect turkey everytime. >>more   Medieval Dinner Treat your family or friends to a medieval dinner - complete recipes. bread, cider, salad and main course. >>more   Feeding a Crowd for the Holidays Enjoy stress-free holiday entertaining no matter how big the party. >>more   New Year's Foods Promise Good Luck - Whether or not this low-fat Hoppin’ John brings you luck, it’s sure to provide lots of fiber and important nutrients - a great way to start the year. >> more     KITCHEN TOOLS Emergency Kitchen Substitutions Homemade Egg Substitute Converting Recipes To Lowfat Safeguarding Your Food Measurement Conversion Table

 

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