FOOD FUN: Linky Doodles Candy Cane Garlands

Deck something with candy cane garlands. Photo courtesy Kencraft.   Linky Doodles Candy Chains calls itself “The world’s only linkable candy.” They’re specially shaped, open link shapes made from a hard candy recipe. You simply hook the pieces together, and they make an edible Christmas garland. At $21.99 + $9.99 shipping for 28 pieces that…
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RECIPE: Popcorn Wreaths

Food fun, task for the kids: Make Holiday Wreath Popcorn Treats. This recipe from The Popcorn Board can be made by older children. RECIPE: CHRISTMAS POPCORN WREATHS Ingredients For 8 Five-Inch Wreaths 3 quarts popped popcorn 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 3 cups miniature marshmallows 3 tablespoons (1/2 of a 3-ounce box) lime gelatin…
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PRODUCT: Honeycrisp Apples

A glorious Honeycrisp apple. Photo courtesy A.A. Modts Apple Farm.   While October is National Apple Month and September 20th is International Eat An Apple Day, today is Eat A Red Apple Day. Our favorite apple is the Honeycrisp, developed at the University Of Minnesota and released in 1991. Beloved for its crisp flesh, juiciness…
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RECIPE: Pecan Cheese Ball “Pine Cone” For The Holidays

Here’s some food fun for the holiday season—especially when you receive a gift tin of gourmet pecan halves! Not only does this cranberry cheese ball make an impression on the appetizer buffet, but it’s easy enough that you can let older children put it together as their contribution. The recipe is courtesy Sonia, who writes…
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RECIPE: Baked French Toast

National French Toast Day is November 28th. Take a break from Thanksgiving leftovers and enjoy this baked French toast casserole—part French toast, part bread pudding. The recipe is from Pepperidge Farm, which uses its Cinnamon Swirl Bread; but if you can’t find it, you can use any cinnamon or cinnamon-raisin loaf. Prep time is 15…
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