5 Tips for Frosting a Cake Like a Pro
With a little patience and know-how, your holiday and celebration cakes will look absolutely spectacular.
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7 Ways to Make the Most of the Farmer’s Market
Take advantage of these markets to augment what you harvest from your own garden.
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8 Tips for an "Big Game" Party
The big game may be the focus of the party, but the guests, food, and decorations make it a bash!
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A Casual Summer Party
Have a relaxed summer meal with good friends. It doesn't get any better!
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A Chanukah Menu
Your family will love this traditional yet simple holiday meal.
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A Chili Party
When the weather gets cool, invite friends over for a casual chili party. What could be more fun?
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A Christmas Cookie Swap
This old-fashioned tradition does more than fill your cookie jar with delectable goodies. It brings friends together for an easy and festive holiday party.
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A Delicious Family Valentine
Treat your family to a lovely Valentine's Day dinner. A mid-week feast is a great way to say "I love you!" to everyone.
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A Dinner Party for Allhallows Eve
Not everyone goes trick-or-treating on Halloween. Here’s a lovely fall dinner party custom-made for the grownups in the crowd.
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A Family Easter Dinner
Gather cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents-everyone! Easter dinner is a lovely time for a family celebration.
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A Glossary of Culinary Herbs
Here are some of the most common culinary herbs. Use this is as a guide to herbs, but experiment to find your favorite flavors and combinations.
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A Jack & Jill Wedding Shower!
Wedding showers where both women and men are invited are increasingly popular - and lots of fun!
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A Mardi Gras Party!
If you can't get to New Orleans to celebrate, bring the Crescent City home with this festive meal!
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A Mid-Summer's Eve Soiree
Make the most of a special summer evening with a simple plan for an effortless party.
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A Moroccan Feast
An exotic, satisfying meal infused with the tastes of the east. This is a great meal low in fat and calories and loaded with flavor.
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A New Year's Eve Dinner
Keep it simple, but make it elegant!
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A Passover Seder for the Family
The traditional Seder is a joyous spring meal designed for family celebration!
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A Springtime Lunch
Celebrate the tastes of the season!
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A Summer Buffet
Make it easy and make it sumptuous!
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A Traditional Christmas Feast
This Christmas, treat your family to a traditional meal of roast beef and Yorkshire pudding. No one will complain!
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A Traditional Wedding Shower
Usher in a summer bride with a classic wedding shower sure to fulfill her dreams.
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After-School Snacks
Need some ideas for satisfying the hungry hordes who invade your kitchen after school everyday?
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All About Lamb
Tender, flavorful lamb is a treat anytime of year but seems especially delicious in the spring.
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Aloha! It’s a Luau!
How about a luau for your next party?
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An Autumn Party
Butternut soup and pot roast welcome the season!
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An Easy Outdoor Party
Invite your friends to a casual get-together, distinguished by the great food!
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Apple Time!
Apples grow in nearly every state in the Union. Buy fresh ones from local orchards and enjoy their juiciness and crisp texture.
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Are You Ready for Christmas?
Cooking the annual feast is easier if you have the right kitchen equipment.
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Are You Ready for Thanksgiving?
Cooking the annual feast is easier if your kitchen is stocked and ready.
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Backyard Gourmet
Grilling is synonymous with casual fare, but it's also a wonderful way to prepare special dishes for special occasions. Whether it's a bridal shower brunch or an intimate gathering for favorite friends, creating a culinary masterpiece is easy with McCormic
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Bake a Heart-Shaped Dessert
Surprise your Valentine with a sweet heart-shaped dessert. A delicious way to say "I love you!"
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Celebrate Father's Day!
Gather around the grill to celebrate Dad's special day!
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Celebrate with Champagne Cocktails
Turn a bottle of the bubbly into lovely, light spring cocktails.
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Cheese and Crackers
Just what the busy host of hostess needs!
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Chocolate and More Chocolate
For those who love chocolate – and there are many die-hard chocoholics among us! -- nothing surpasses it.
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Christmas Morning Breakfast
Christmas morning should be a delight for everyone. Plan ahead so you don't miss a minute of the fun because you're in the kitchen.
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Chunky Chocolate Scones
When the after-school snack turns into afternoon tea, everyone has a jolly good time!
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Classic Thanksgiving Dinner
Every year we think about preparing something different, but just as quickly decide to stay with the tried and true (and delicious!) dishes our families love.
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Decadent Holiday Desserts
Now is the time to create rich, sumptuous desserts to dazzle your family and friends - and satisfy the most demanding sweet tooth.
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Dry Rubs for a Backyard Cookout
Plan ahead and the party will be more fun -- for you!
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Easter Menu
Create a wonderful and traditional Easter meal with these suggested recipes.
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Easter Sunday Brunch
Both sweet and savory, this delicious brunch hits the spot.
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Easy Family Suppers
It’s no secret that cooking a tasty, healthful supper every night is a challenge for most families. Help is here!
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Easy Halloween Supper for the Kids
Although they may not agree, kids need supper before or after trick ‘r treating. Make it easy and delicious!
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Easy Valentine's Day Sweets and Treats
Invite the kids into the kitchen to make special treats for Valentine's Day!
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Easy Weekend Entertaining
When guests arrive, be prepared for good fun!
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Edible! Valentine's Day Cards
Turn simple ingredients into edible, brightly colored, even outrageous Valentine's Day cards!
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End of Summer Beach Picnic
Fill up the picnic basket with sandwiches, cold salads, brownies, and cookies and head to the beach to bid summer farewell.
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Entertaining in the Garden
Now that the warmer weather is here, it's time to invite your friends to enjoy your garden and your hospitality!
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Father's Day Menu
June's perfect weather becomes the outdoor grill-master: Dad himself!
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Fireworks for the Grill
This 4th of July serve hot, spicy food with enough incendiary flavor to compete with the fireworks!
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Football Season Feasts
Whether you plan to watch the game at the stadium or in your living room, food is sure to be a star player.
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Fourth of July Celebration Supper
The Fourth of July is not only about hot dogs and hamburgers. Try grilled tuna and homemade potato salad for a festive meal.
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Fourth of July Dinner Party
Invite some friends over during the long holiday weekend!
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Gather the Family for Supper Tonight
Kids do better in life when families eat together.
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Gifts From Your Kitchen
When you take the time to give a gift created in your kitchen, you give a piece of your heart.
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Gingerbread Men
Fun, silly, and festive gingerbread people say Christmas is here!
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Grilled Summer Fruit
Summer fruits grilled to perfection are a fantastic accompaniment to grilled meats and fish. Or serve them for dessert!
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Harvest Dinner Party
Don’t let this busy time of year prevent you from inviting friends for dinner.
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Harvest Dinner Party
A mouth-watering dinner for those cool nights.
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Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Tart and sweet, this fruity treat is a welcome staple on every holiday table.
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Homemade Dog Treats
Make your own dog biscuits when you want the very best for Fido.
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Hors d’Oeuvres for a Holiday Party
Hors d’oeuvres can be easy and fun – and make your next party shine!
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I'm in the Wine Store, Now What?!
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Ice Cream! We All Scream for Ice Cream Sundaes!
Kids love to assemble their own super-fantastic creations. Make it a party!
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Kid's Christmas Cookie Animals
Decorating and eating Christmas cookies is one of the greatest pleasures of the Christmas season for kids.
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Kids at the Airport
Flying with children is always trying, but there are ways to make it less stressful.
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King Cakes Fit for a Kid
Let the Mardi Gras festivities begin with these individual king cakes! You and the kids will be starting a new tradition of fun.
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Labor Day Escape
Looking for an easy escape before summer ends? Here are a few ideas
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Labor Day Grilled Lamb
A butterflied leg of lamb is one of the best meats for grilling. Don’t let summer slip away without trying it!
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Late Winter Brunch
Let the bright morning sun shine through the windows during this casual weekend party. Winter is the perfect time for a breakfast-style brunch.
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Life's a Picnic!
When the sun shines, head out for a great family picnic!
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Light as Air: Angel Food Cakes
Light as Air: Angel Food Cakes
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London Broil Menu
Everyone loves London broil and this cooking method makes it easy and economical to serve.
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Make a Holiday Splash. Throw a Party!
Giving a large holiday party requires organization and a sense of fun.
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Making Sorbets and Granitas
These icy treats are refreshingly cool and intensely flavorful.
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Mardi Gras Celebration
Colorful street festivals and all-night parties document Mardi Gras in much of the hemisphere. Your celebration might be quieter - but just as delicious!
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Marshmallow Bunnies & Chicks
Round up the kids and make your own adorable pastel Easter critters.
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Memorial Day Picnic
Now is the time to get the summer off to a delicious start. Pack a picnic and have some good, old-fashioned fun!
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Meringues for the Holidays
Filled with nothing more fattening than air, meringues are a sweet, heady mixture of egg whites and sugar
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Mid-Summer Dinner Party
What are you waiting for? Invite some friends over and have a party!
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Mid-Winter Dinner Party
A dinner party with good friends and good food is the perfect antidote for mid-winter doldrums.
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Mini Meatloaf Just for Kids!
Meatloaves are kind of like hamburgers but more fun for kids to make.
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Mother's Day Breakfast
Get Mother's Day off to a lovely start by making a very special breakfast for your mom.
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Mother's Day Sunday Supper
This Mother's Day, sit back while the kids prepare this easy but impressive family meal for Mom and Dad.
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New Orleans-Style Jambalaya
Let full-bodied jambalaya get you in the mood for Mardi Gras.
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New Year's Resolutions
Ring in 2006 with joyful, sensible resolutions that will work for you and, most of all, will enrich your life.
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Old-Fashioned Sunday Dinner
Sometimes a good, old-fashioned Sunday dinner is just what a family needs to confirm harmony and fellowship.
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Oscar Night Fun!
Serve a star-studded dinner and cheer on your favorite movie stars!
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Painted Faces for Halloween
Create glorious painted faces this year with your kids. Much more fun than the usual masks!
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Passover Menu
Regardless of whether you celebrate Passover, you may want to try this traditional Passover meal.
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Pizza Night!
Let the kids make their own pizza – it's easy, fun, and more delicious than a pie delivered to the front door!
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Pre-Prom Dinner Party
Have fun, create memories, and save money with a dinner party at home before the teens leave for the prom.
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Pumpkin Pie – and So Much More!
Pumpkin pie is a sure sign of fall. But there’s so much more you can make with this delicious squash.
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Pumpkin Pie with Pizzazz
Let the kids be the bakers this Thanksgiving. Pumpkin pie never tasted so good!
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Pumpkin Soup
Piping, hot soup and crisp fall days are made for each other - and rich pumpkin soup is the crown prince of autumn.
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Say Farewell to Summer!
An easy lunch or supper is a great way to say goodbye until next year.
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Shortcut Hors d’Oeuvres for Your Holiday Party
No time to cook? No worries! Shop for the hors d’oeuvres.
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Spicing Up the Thanksgiving Menu
For this most traditional of all holiday meals, a few twists and turns keep the menu interesting.
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St. Patrick's Day Family Supper
Nothing less than traditional corned beef and cabbage will do! You don't have to be Irish to enjoy this meal.
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Summertime Strawberry Desserts
Everyone’s favorite berry becomes everyone’s favorite dessert.
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Sunday Football Party
The best bet on a "Big Game" day is to throw a party with plenty of good, simple food that will liberate you from the kitchen to watch the Big Game!
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Super Cool Big Game Party
Most of this great party food can be made ahead, so you can spend time watching the game and enjoying your company.
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Ten of the Most Asked Questions About Thanksgiving
Many of us are nervous about preparing such a huge feast. Let us help! Here are some common questions – and the answers.
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Thanksgiving Action Plan
Getting organized now will save a lot of trouble and headache when Turkey day arrives
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The Cheese Board
There's a delicious world beyond the familiar cheeses we eat over and over again. Experiment! Eat well!
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The Easter Ham
Serve this classic on your Easter Sunday tables.
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The Holiday Roast
Understanding the fundamentals of roasting results in juicy, perfectly cooked meat.
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The How and Why of Making a Good Stock
Homemade stock is not hard to make - all you need is time.
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The Luck of the Irish!
Learn the history and lore surrounding this festive Irish holiday.
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The Stuff of Stuffing
Whether it's stuffed in the turkey or baked in a casserole, bready, flavorful stuffing is one of the best parts of the meal!
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Throw a Summer Soiree!
Turn a balmy night into an evening to remember.
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Time for a Picnic!
Pack up the picnic basket and head for the park, the beach, or the lake!
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Time for Formality
A formal dinner party can be lots of fun!
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Tips for Choosing Your Wedding Dress
You want to look perfect on your special day. The right dress is out there!
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Try an Artichoke!
Serve the family whole artichokes. The kids will be intrigued – and everyone will love the nutty, sweet flavor.
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Valentine's Day Dinner For Two
Lightly seared tuna served on a bed of pasta is a lovely and easy dinner for two on this romantic evening.
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What to Pour
If you're planning a party, we can help you select the beverages!
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Who Has Time to Cook?
Light the tree, clear away the wrapping paper and baking supplies and enjoy supper with your family. Everyone will appreciate the gesture and the meal!
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