Baking can be pretty rewarding enough as it is, but when you make things like gumdrop cookies and butterfly cupcakes? It becomes an event! Whipping up sweets that are more creative than standard chocolate chip cookies is also a great way to entertain the kids when you’re stuck at home. If you have some spare time on your hands, these 30 baking recipes are fun to bake and even more fun to eat!...
From pancakes to biscuits to fried chicken, you can serve up comfort food at its finest by using buttermilk. To say that buttermilk is a kitchen essential is an understatement. From waffles to cornbread to cakes, buttermilk makes our favorite classics even richer, creamier, and more delightful. There are a wide array of goods you can whip up with this versatile ingredient, and these simple recipes prove it. Whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory, or light or heavy, don’t worry!...
The main ingredient for these chicken nuggets are Cheez-It crackers. You know the ones… they’re little square crackers that are a golden yellow color and bursting with cheese flavor. Well we’re gonna take a couple of handfuls of those crackers, thrown them in a zip-lock bag with a little onion powder, garlic powder and salt and crush ’em up. yep, that’s our breading. The we’ll crack a couple of eggs in a bowl, drop in out cut-up chicken, then dump them in the bag with the cracker crumbs....
Large, hollowed-out mushrooms are filled with a rich and creamy crabmeat mixture and baked to perfection. Best of all, these shrooms are surprisingly easy to make. It only takes a few minutes of mixing the filling and stuffing it in the mushrooms. The rest is up to the oven. Are you ready for a show-stopping appetizer? Let’s begin. Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Crab stuffed mushrooms are a classic appetizer of hollowed-out mushrooms stuffed with some sort of filling....
Preparation Surrounding galaxies are filled with wonders just waiting to be uncovered. Most recently, researchers from the University of St. Andrews discovered that and more. Using the European Space Agency CHEOPS space telescope, they noticed formations over 200 light years away which featured five of six exoplanets linked in perfect harmony around a central star. That means that their orbits are all in sync with no signs of collisions, the Daily Mail reports....
Preparation There’s a distinct feeling of satisfaction that comes with buying a brand-new pair of shoes—and these days, we’ll take every tiny pleasure we can get. But our shoes, more than any other item of clothing or accessory, can take a beating. We run in them, dance in them, trudge through the snow in them, which makes shoe maintenance all the more important. After all, when we splurge on a new pair, we want to get the most possible mileage (literally) out of them....
Preparation Any occasion that calls for an impressive cake, like the Devil’s Food Cake pictured here, also calls for beautiful cake slices. After working so hard to prepare and decorate your homemade cake, the last thing you want to do is present haphazard, uneven slices. Luckily, getting that photo-worthy slice is pretty simple, especially when you follow our easy yet important tips—we’re outlining exactly what a food stylist does to achieve those picture-perfect slices, and you’ll be pleased to know that these techniques require minimal extra effort and work equally well on sheet cakes as for more complicated layer cakes or cheesecakes....
Preparation Flowering cherry trees are some of the common tree species you’ll find in the United States. The ones that put on a show everywhere from Seattle to Boston, are cultivars of popular Southeast Asian natives, which were crossed together hundreds of years ago. “Japan famously gifted [some] to Washington, D.C., in the early 1900s,” says Blake Watkins, the Operations Partner at Monster Tree Service. Since these show-stopping beauties, which break into blossom at the start of spring, are such a joy to behold, you’re likely wondering how to introduce them to your own yard....
Preparation Luminescent and solid, mysteriously shimmering with elusive colors on crisply molded shapes, carnival glass has a dual personality. These pressed-glass objects—bowls, plates, compotes, tumblers, and countless other items—were originally made to be affordable, functional, and attractive. Replete with grapes, peacocks, and other symbols of abundance and luxury, the designs looked old-fashioned even when they were new, nearly a century ago. Iridescent sprays create rainbow reflections that seem to foreshadow the improvisational action painting of the 1940s and ’50s, as well as the psychedelia of the ’60s....
I was brought into town by Visit Myrtle Beach— and stayed at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort and Spa at Grande Dunes. This place is right on the beach- picture yourself walking out the back door of the hotel, strolling past the swimming pool, tiptoeing through the sand and gazing at the ocean. This is my kind of hotel!! The lobby has a beachy vibe. There is a nice, comfortable sitting area....
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With plenty of butter and ample cream cheese in the batter, you know this cake is sure to be delightful. The crumb is so moist, you can eat this butter cake with a spoon just like ice cream! It wouldn’t be a bad idea to scoop some on top either. Whether you are planning your next celebration or just having a night in, add this butter cake recipe to your list of desserts to try....
The bottom brownie layer was thick, while the cheesecake functioned as a thin layer on top. A mixture of pumpkin butter and apricot jam were swirled into the cheesecake. The brownie itself was very fudgy- similar in texture and taste to Ina’s brownies. I liked that they turned out a bit uneven and ‘hilly.’ It made them a little more interesting, and each sliced brownie was unique in its appearance....
Preparation Your moisturizer just isn’t cutting it. And when that happens, it’s completely normal to reevaluate your beauty routine. This is especially true if you have dry skin, since tending to a dehydrated complexion is no easy task and often requires a seasonal switch-up on the product front. Thankfully, Dendy Engelman, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon, has a handful of tricks for combatting dry skin. Discover six of her best tips, ahead....
Preparation Have you ever wondered how to turn your dreams of owning your own business into a reality? We can help. Each week, as part of our Self Made series, we showcase female entrepreneurs—as well as their quality handmade goods—and share their best advice related to starting, maintaining, and growing your own business. Huong Wolf had built an entire career in global marketing, working for major multinational brands, before she stumbled upon a new venture that inspired her to pivot her path....
Preparation Despite the fact that they’re not part of you everyday wardrobe, you want to wear high heels on your wedding day—there’s nothing wrong with that! If you’re feeling nervous about how to pull the look off without risking a fall (or feet that are too sore for the dance floor), we’re here to help. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to make the leap from flats to heels in time for your big day, and we asked the pros to tell you exactly how to do just that....
Preparation If you are a fan of the royal family, then you likely tune into the shows that depict their legacy, which dates back generations. One of the most popular series to date is the The Crown—and the casting directors of the Netflix hit just announced who will play one of the most high-profile royal couples of our time: Prince William and Kate Middleton. According to Deadline, two television newcomers will be making their onscreen debut in the show’s sixth season to portray the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge....
They’re sweet, spiced, and perfect for holiday parties. Punch is my favorite drink option for parties because you can make a big batch and let your guests serve themselves. That allows you the time to mingle and actually enjoy yourself instead of playing bartender. So if you’ve got a holiday party coming up, try these fabulous fall punch recipes. From pumpkin and apple to cranberry and caramel, it doesn’t matter what your favorite fall flavor is, you’ll find it here....
In fact, pizza and flatbreads are more or less the same things, with the key difference being in the dough. Where pizza uses yeast for a light and fluffy base, flatbread is typically unleavened and, therefore, flat. Another thing you might notice with these flatbread recipes is that they’re a little fancier than your average slice of pizza. Instead of just mozzarella and tomato sauce, you’ll see everything from pesto and shrimp to goat cheese and Gorgonzola!...
From rich puddings to sweet fruits, crumbles are in this summer. I just love how versatile this dessert can be! Pretty much any flavor of pie you can think of is only made better by a crumble topping. The sweet, buttery crunch is the perfect finish for fruits, curds, and chocolate! Browse this list of 25 sweet-tooth-satisfying crumble recipes to try this summer. No matter which recipe you land on, these desserts are sure to hit the spot....
