TIP OF THE DAY: 10 New Ways To Use Pomegranate Seeds (Arils)

Yesterday was National Pomegranate Day. It’s pomegranate season. There’s nothing quite like those tart, ruby-hued seeds that spill forth from their crimson shell, bursting with tang and brightening up your mouth like drops of sunshine. Beyond healthy snacking and dazzling garnishes, there’s more versatility to this fruit than you may think. It’s easy to add…
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TIP OF THE DAY: 41 Things To Do With Leftover Ham

A week later, we are still working our way through leftover Thanksgiving ham. We received a lovely ham gift basket from TommyMoloneys.com. The ham was about 10 pounds, and joined a large turkey and five sides to feed a group of eight. Needless to say, plenty of everything was left after the meal. While the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Measurement Conversion Magnet

How often do you come across recipes that require you to do conversions? Converting fluid ounces to tablespoons and cups is always a challenge for us! While there are conversion tools online, you won’t need to run to the computer if you have a measurement magnet on the fridge. This handsome and easy-to-read brushed stainless…
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TIP OF THE DAY: The Easiest Fall-Winter Cocktail Recipe

Enjoy this cocktail hot or cold. Photo courtesy Zaya Rum.   With people dropping by over the holidays, you should have some “instant” refreshments on hand. Make up a large batch of this tasty apple cider cocktail and keep it in the fridge to grab as needed. Serve it cold, or warm it in the…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Mint Lollipops For Holiday Visitors

Creamy mint lollypops from See’s Candies are a hit! Photo courtesy Sees.com.   Over the holidays, when people show up at the door—neighbors, letter carriers, package deliverers (lots of them!) and so on—we like to send them them off with a little something special. In years past, we’d hand out homemade cookies, but those buttery…
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