ST. PATRICK’S DAY RECIPE: Ombre Three-Tiered Green Layer Cake

[1] Three shades of green for St. Patrick’s Day (photos #1 and#2 © McCormick). [2] Green food color does the trick. [3] Themed sprinkles make any cake or cupcake more festive. Find these on Amazon (photo © Man Vs. Cakes).   We love this festive cake from McCormick. It’s an ombre cake: Ombre is the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Versatile Sautéed Apples

Sauteed apples: simple to make for every meal. Photo by Martia Punts | Dreamstime.   Sauteed apples couldn’t be easier to make—just brown them in butter. They add a lift to any meal: Breakfast: As a topping for pancakes, waffles or porridge Lunch: For “apple pie yogurt,” with plain or flavored yogurt and optional granola,…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Granola Ice Cream Sandwich

A new take on the ice cream sandwich. Photo courtesy Thrive ice cream.   Since we’re missing an hour of sleep due to Daylight Savings Time, today’s tip is short and sweet: Make granola ice cream sandwiches. The idea was inspired by this photo from Thrive Frozen Nutrition ice cream.. It substitutes healthier granola for…
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