Halloween – Nashville House and Home and Garden

Homemade Halloween Treats

Lori Fisk-Conners — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 20:30:10 +0000

(Culinary.net) Halloween calls for candies and treats of all kinds as trick-or-treaters roam neighborhoods, but don’t forget to stock your own snack supply with homemade goodies. Skip the store-bought sweets this year and instead opt for ideas like these that can be whipped up in the comfort of your own kitchen. Party Mix As one of the easiest recipes you could imagine, a Halloween-themed party mix simply calls for your favorite snack-type foods tossed together in a group-sized bowl or individual containers. You can try just about anything from candy corns and miniature chocolates to pretzels, popcorn and more. Spooky …

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A DIY Halloween Creation

Lori Fisk-Conners — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 20:29:12 +0000

(Family Features) When it comes to family fun, it’s hard to beat Halloween, and with all the candy flying around, it’s an opportunity to add something nutritious and delicious to festive celebrations. Chocolate milk can provide the best of both worlds. It satisfies kids’ sweet tooth while providing all the nutrients of classic white milk, like calcium, vitamin D and high-quality protein to help keep little skeletons strong, making it a Halloween hit for kids and parents alike. Carve out some quality time to make memories during the eeriest time of the year with this Scary Sweet Cemetery – including …

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A Creative Twist on Halloween Carving

Lori Fisk-Conners — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:54:28 +0000

(Family Features) When it comes to Halloween, carving the same pumpkin designs each year can become routine. This year, save a pumpkin and carve your spooky masterpiece into a watermelon instead. Nutrient-rich watermelon can be a healthy alternative to other sweet treats full of added sugar during Halloween festivities as it’s a source of vitamins A and C as well as the antioxidant lycopene and the amino acid citrulline. Because they are made up of 92% water, watermelons can be an effective way to stay hydrated during trick-or-treating, and creations like a Mummy or Jack O’Melon can help satisfy sweet …

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4 Ways to Treat and Trick Your Pet this Fall

Lori Fisk-Conners — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:52:09 +0000

(Family Features) The autumn season offers plenty of reasons to celebrate: nostalgic flavors, pretty leaves and a seasonal wardrobe change. Fall also typically features event calendars full of festivals, trips to pumpkin patches and hikes to take in the crisp air. While taking advantage of all the season has to offer, there are also ways to incorporate your furry friend into your favorite fall activities. Consider these tips for making the most out of the season, and visit temptationstreats.com and greenies.com for more information on treating your pet. Get Cozy with Your Pet If the sound of a good book …

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Keep Pets Safe this Halloween

Lori Fisk-Conners — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 16:10:20 +0000

(Family Features) Halloween isn’t just for humans; four-legged friends have plenty of opportunities to get in on the fun, too. However, it’s important to take some pet precautions that allow the whole family to enjoy the holiday safely, as the costumes and excitement can be overwhelming and some of the candy is even dangerous. As you’re filling the candy buckets and assembling the perfect costumes, be sure to heed these tips from the experts at PetSmart for a Halloween filled with pet-friendly fun: Out and about Make sure pets have proper identification by microchipping and registering your pet’s microchip, and …

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Dry Ice Makes Halloween Spooky

stnadmin — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 04:12:36 +0000

If you’re looking for something to take your Halloween celebration over the top this year, you can impress Trick-or-Treaters and party goers alike. With a little water and dry ice, anyone can create a smoking pumpkin or a foggy backyard. Fog All Around – For an extra eerie effect, place large bowls of water at your front door and drop a small amount of dry ice and a few drops of liquid dish soap to make fog-filled bubbles that pour out onto your porch. Smoky Jack ‘O Lanterns – Take your pumpkin to the next level with a similar dry …

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Halloween Fare

stnadmin — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 01:11:24 +0000

Haunted with the thought of a ho-hum Halloween? Never fear—trick-or-treaters will want more than just candy once they see your party table. Throw a fabulous Halloween party fit for little goblins or grown-up monsters with some devilishly good sweets. Try these easy party ideas from Wilton to make your Halloween spook-tacular. Masquerade Cookies Yield: 2 dozen cookies 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 tsp. Imitation Clear Vanilla Extract 1/2 tsp. Imitation Almond Extract Royal icing Orange, Black, Green, …

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Spooky Treats for Halloween

stnadmin — Sat, 12 Sep 2015 02:48:39 +0000

Spooky Treats for Halloween Spooky Treats for Halloween Transform your house into Frankenstein’s lab with a few party tricks and Halloween treats. Set the scene with a mad scientist-themed sweets table and carry it home with a crazy good menu featuring frightfully yummy appetizers, mocktails, and, of course, treats.. For more information visit www.Mazola.com. Apple Pie Potion Makes: 8-10 servings 1 bottle (1 liter) club soda, chilled 5cups apple juice, chilled 7 drops Wilton Treatology Warm Cinnamon Graham Flavor Concentrate 3 drops Wilton Treatology Creamy Vanilla Custard Flavor Concentrate 4 drops Wilton …

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