So, what kind of treats do you put in a basket? You can do anything from mini muffins, homemade candies, and even cookies. Package each one in a cellophane bag or wrap it in parchment paper, tie with a string or ribbon and you’re good to go!
Luckily for you, we can help make those dreams come true! We have a wide variety of recipes—some simple, some that are a bit more involved— that kids of all ages (even the grown-up kids) can make to give Mom the break she truly deserves!
You’ve already done the hard work of making the meal. Now you just get to enjoy the benefits of your prior planning. Below are 30 recipes that we highly recommend doubling and freezing—one batch for tonight’s meal, one batch for another night. There are several casserole, soup, and stew recipes, here but we’ve thrown a few surprises in, too. Freezing and reheating casseroles: Casseroles can all be frozen as one large casserole or individual portions, wrapped tightly in foil....
A cross between a dinner roll and a flaky biscuit, angel biscuits are easy to make and practically foolproof. So, forget the old myth that only Southerners can make decent biscuits—these biscuits are for everyone! What Are Angel Biscuits? Angel biscuits are made with three leaveners: baking powder, baking soda, and yeast. They’re the exact opposite of the heavy hockey puck biscuits everyone dreads. Using three leaveners makes angel biscuits so light and fluffy, it’s as if they could float up to heaven, like angels—which, of course, is where the name came from....
Go pick up a copy of A Farewell to Arms or “Big Two-Hearted River” and pick any random page and the characters are either drinking or eating, though it’s more likely the former. He even titled his memoir, A Moveable Feast. Recently I was working on a paper for a class in my Master’s program that was discussing the use of food and drink in Hemingway’s works as a form of escapism....
I’m more sick of turkey than most people because my parents insist on having it for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. My dad buys a 20-plus pound bird for Thanksgiving. And then he gets a free turkey from work as a holiday gift—he’s an accountant, so I’m not really sure why. We are only a family of five and can never eat it all, so that means never-ending leftovers that get drier with each passing day....
Avocado + Eggs = Guacamole Deviled Eggs! Have you ever tried deviled eggs with guacamole? So simple, yet brilliant. The “deviled” part comes from the chile in the guacamole. The addition of avocado is appropriate because their natural creaminess means you don’t need mayonnaise. These avocado deviled eggs are delicious and beautifully green! How to Choose Avocados Use only ripe avocados—avocados with some give when you press them gently. If they are hard, they aren’t ripe and not only will they not taste good, you won’t be able to easily mash them....
They labeled me a “jibara” (a hick or country girl). The fact that I’d never even visited Puerto Rico at that point was irrelevant to my classmates. I was mortified. I swore I’d only bring PB&Js to lunch in the future. But as an adult, this dish has become important to me, because it serves as the link to my Puerto Rican culture. What Is Bacalao Guisado? Bacalao Guisado, or salted cod stew, is a rich, tomato-based stew flavored with onions, peppers, and garlic, then bulked up with potatoes....
Even if you don’t think of yourself as a gin drinker, a Bee’s Knees is worth trying. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and sour, with herbal notes from the gin and a rich, sweet flavor from the honey What Kind of Gin Should I Use? The Bee’s Knees does not demand fancy ingredients. While I wouldn’t recommend anything with a handle or in a plastic bottle, any of your mid-range gins will do the trick....
The best online bartending schools have a diverse set of modules that cover important topics such as the fundamentals of bar service and tools needed along with foundational information on classic cocktails and how to mix your own. They provide the information needed to reach your individual goals, whether that is to work as a professional bartender or to simply mix better drinks at home. Continue reading for more about the best online bartending schools....
Another appealing feature of vegan subscription boxes is the access to variety. For those who aren’t proficient in the kitchen, these meal plans allow you to explore and taste the flavors of vegan world cuisines. These recipes also offer easy prep—some requiring just a 3-minute spin in the microwave. We did the research for you and came up with a list of the best vegan subscription boxes available today....
Funny thing is, if you looked in our liquor cabinet, you would find all sorts of wonderful things to drink—vermouth, marsala, madeira, rum, calvados, JD, Maker’s Mark—yet nobody in our family actually drinks anything beyond an occasional glass of wine or beer. Or maybe a small glass of sherry or port. All those high octane bottles are for use in cooking, including the bourbon. I love the taste of bourbon, with its slightly smoky edge....
What Are Lamb Shanks? The shank is the part of the animal between the hoof and the knee, right below the leg of lamb cut. Because they get a lot of exercise (almost all lamb is raised grass fed on the range), the shanks can be rather tough. But because of that exercise, they also have the most wonderful flavor! Tough cuts like lamb shanks lend themselves well to a low and slow braise....
While you can fill it with a myriad of fillings, a crepe filled with ham and cheese and topped with an egg, called Galette Complète, is the legendary Breton crepe and makes a substantial meal for lunch, brunch, or any time of day you have an itch to travel without getting on a plane. I’ve taken a few liberties here in making this famous crepe. For a touch of green, I’ve added asparagus, and for ease, I’ve provided instructions for a half-moon shaped crepe instead of the traditional square....
Yes! Will there be a loss in quality? Depends—but in general, it’s worthwhile. What Kind of Milk Can You Freeze? You can freeze any kind of dairy milk: skim, 2%, whole milk, even cream. The higher the fat content, the more the milk will change after thawing (the fat will separate out), but a good shake post-thaw will fix it for more uses. What about non-dairy milk? Yes, you can freeze non-dairy milk....
For this recipe, I wanted to extend the reach of those beautiful tomatoes and cheese without overcomplicating a recipe where the beauty lies partially in its ease to assemble. To keep things simple, I only added pasta, minced raw garlic, salt, and pepper. We love garlic in our family, so I like this with five cloves, but feel free to add as much or as little as you’d like!...
It is one of my girlfriend Holly’s favorite dishes to cook, and ever since she first encountered recipes for it, first in Diana Kennedy’s The Cuisines of Mexico and then in a book called Mexican Border Flavors. Holly makes it whenever she can. This is gorging food. We once made it with nearly four pounds of pork shoulder and invited another couple over for dinner—we ate the whole thing, with a pile of rice and lots of beer....
