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Thanksgiving is Coming Up!

With the big feast just a little over a week away, what better time to share your tried & true Thanksgiving favorites? From starters to desserts and everything in between, we want to see what's on your family's table!

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Today, we're sharing a recipe for Holiday Brined Turkey, from our cookbook, The Harvest Table. Below the recipe, take a peek at our video...the brine mix itself makes a thoughtful gift for this time of year too!

Holiday Brined Turkey
Thanks to Sharon Demers from Dolores, Colorado, who shared this recipe with us!

1 c. coarse sea salt
1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
1 T. sweetened dried cranberries,
    finely chopped
1 T. orange zest
1 T. dried apples, chopped
2 t. peppercorns
1/2 t. dried thyme
1/2 t. dried sage
1/2 t. dried rosemary
1/8 t. garlic powder
3 shakes red pepper flakes
1 gal. boiling water
18 to 20-lb. turkey, thawed
1 gal. cold water

To prepare Turkey Brine Mix, combine all ingredients, except boiling water, turkey and cold water.

To prepare brined turkey, add Mix to boiling water. Cool thoroughly; chill. Place turkey and brining liquid in a very large container. Add enough cold water to cover turkey. Keep refrigerated or on ice for 12 to 24 hours. Before roasting turkey, rinse well with cold water and pat dry. Roast as desired. Makes enough brine mix for an 18 to 20-pound turkey.

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6 Pumpkin Recipes to Try: Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle

Just about everyone loves pumpkin pie, but your love of pumpkin doesn't have to end there!

We're sharing some of our favorite other pumpkin recipes, and we think you're going to love them! From pumpkin streusel muffins to pumpkin soup and pumpkin-gingerbread trifle, we'll bet you'll find a new family-favorite recipe (or two!) in this tasty batch.

 Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle

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A real holiday treat...and sooo easy to make! Click here for the complete recipe, from Quick & Easy Autumn cookbook. 

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Halloween Recipe Round-Up!

 

Halloween is coming up in just a few days and we'd love to hear what you're making, how the kids (or you!) are dressing up and how you decorated your home.

Link up your recipes, menus, decorating ideas & costume details below...it'll be like having one BIG party!

Here's a quick & easy recipe that's just right for delighting party guests, wrapping up for trick-or-treaters or surprising co-workers during this spoooooky season.

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Tangled Web Rice Pops
You'll find the recipe and lots more in our Halloween cookbook, available from our online partners. Click here to learn more.

3 T. butter
10-oz. pkg. marshmallows
6 to 7 c. crispy rice cereal
12 wooden craft sticks
6-oz. pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
1/2 c. white chocolate chips, melted

Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add marshmallows; cook and stir until melted. Remove from heat; stir in cereal until well coated. Press evenly into a lightly greased 13" x 9" baking pan. Cool slightly; cut into 12 bars. Remove from pan and insert a stick in each, as shown; set on wax paper to cool. Dip in melted chocolate to coat; let cool slightly and drizzle with melted white chocolate. Immediately sprinkle with mini chips, if desired. Makes one dozen.

 

 

 

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Celebrating Our Country!

Red, White and Blue Desserts to Celebrate!

These sweets have spirit!

Celebrating the 4th of July with red, white and blue is a given, but who knew there were so many sweet ways to show your spirit too?

We've gathered up a collection of all-American desserts from our favorite bloggers, and you're sure to find something here to satisfy your sweet tooth. Cue the fireworks and bring on the red, white and blue!

 

Patriotic Layered Drink

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You won't believe how easy it is to treat your family & friends to this impressive layered drink...the secret is in the sugar! Visit Mel's Kitchen for all the details and her special recipe.

 

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6 Recipes for Dad's Favorite Day: Fireside Banana Splits

Looking for a few dishes to WOW your dad on Father's Day? We've got the perfect recipes, sure to please all of the dads in your life.

If you're looking to start the day with a sweet treat, these Toasted Pecan Pancakes will put a smile on everyone's face. Baja Fish Tacos and Grilled Flank Steak Sandwiches are perfect for a poolside lunch, or a mid-day picnic under the shade of your favorite backyard tree. Maple Pork Chops or Skillet Bowtie Lasagna are both delicious dinner choices, and Fireside Banana Splits are easy and fun to make for Dad AND the kids!

  

Fireside Banana Splits

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Dinner's not complete without an amazing dessert, right? These tasty treats can be cooked atop any grill or even in a camp fire. So easy to customize, just mix and match your favorite nuts and chocolate chips.  Click here for the complete recipe from 150 Backyard Cookout Recipes cookbook.

 

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Whether you have heart-shaped pancakes in mind, making treats to take in for a school party or making a special dinner for you and your sweetheart, we'd love to hear how you'll be celebrating Valentine's Day! Share the sweet and savory ideas you love with us today. So, tell us...

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Royal Strawberry Shortcake
Thanks to Becky Smith from North Canton, Ohio, for sharing this recipe!  

1/4 c. butter
1/3 c. sugar
1 egg, beaten
2 c. all-purpose flour
4 t. baking powder
1/8 t. salt
1 c. skim milk
2 t. vanilla extract
3-3/4 c. strawberries, hulled and sliced
Garnish: light whipped topping, powdered sugar

In a large bowl, blend together butter and sugar. Add egg; mix well. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with milk. Stir in vanilla. Spread batter in a greased 9"x13" baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool; cut shortcake into squares and split. Place bottom layers of shortbread squares on dessert plates. Top with strawberries. Add whipped topping if desired. Add shortcake tops and more berries. Add more topping if desired. Makes 12 servings.

Nutrition Per Serving: 163 calories, 5g fat, 3g sat fat, 26mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 9 sugars, 4g protein Exchanges: 1 starch; ½ fruit; 1 fat; ½ other carbohydrate

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Recipe Round-Up: Your Thanksgiving Table

With the big feast just a little over a week away, what better time to share your tried & true Thanksgiving favorites? Whether you'll be looking forward to Aunt Marge's Cranberry Relish or your own special recipe for sausage stuffing, we'd love to hear about it. Don't forget the leftovers...we're sharing one of our best ways to enjoy everything all over again below.

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Today, we're sharing a recipe that's a must at our Thanksgiving celebration...or rather the next day. We lookforward to it almost as much as the big day! Find it in our cookbook, Hometown Harvest.

Day-After-Thanksgiving Soup
This recipe comes from Jo Ann's own kitchen...it's one of our favorites!

1 T. olive oil
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
8 c. turkey or chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1-1/2 c. roast turkey, diced
1 c. frozen peas
2 T. fresh parsley, chopped
4 to 6 c. leftover dressing, warmed

Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, onion, salt and pepper. Sauté until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add broth and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Stir in turkey; reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, until vegetables are tender. Stir in peas and parsley; warm through. Discard bay leaf. To serve, place a scoop of dressing into individual deep soup bowls. Ladle soup over dressing. Serves 4 to 6.

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