Host a Hall of Fame Homegate

(Family Features) From kickoff to the final whistle, taking your game day party to the next level starts with serving an all-star lineup of menu items. From starting-caliber appetizers to MVP-level main courses and a supporting cast of side dishes, dips like salsa and hummus can play the role of superstar when it comes to serving up game day grub. One of the benefits of cheering on your favorite teams from the couch and bringing the tailgate to your literal home field is the availability of appliances you may not otherwise have access to at the stadium like the oven …

A Family Favorite in Just 5 Minutes

(Culinary.net) Running short on time from a busy schedule shouldn’t mean skipping out on your favorite desserts. In fact, it should be all the more reason to enjoy a sweet treat as a reward for all that hard work. When you’re due for a bite into dark chocolate goodness, all it takes is a few minutes out of your day to make 5-Minute Dark Chocolate Cereal Bars. This quick and simple dessert makes it easy to celebrate the day’s accomplishments without added stress. As a fun way for little ones to help in the kitchen, you can cook together the …

Cherry Almond Shortbread Cookies

Recipe by Cyd Vacio These Soft and buttery shortbread cookies flavored with cherry and almond, then finished off with sweet white chocolate. This cookie dough must be chilled, so plan accordingly. Prep Time: 4 hours, 15 minutes Cook Time: 11 minutes Total Time: 5 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 24 cookies Ingredients 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 2/3 cup (134g) granulated sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 Tablespoon (15ml) maraschino cherry juice 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled) 16 maraschino cherries (drained and chopped) optional: 4 ounces white chocolate Instructions Using a handheld or stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on high speed …

Create a Sweet Easter Treat

(Family Features) This Easter, satisfy guests of all ages with festive cupcakes modeled after the Easter bunny. For more Easter recipes, visit Culinary.net. Watch video to see how to make these adorable cupcakes! Bunny Butt Cupcakes Recipe courtesy of Amanda Rettke of “I am baker” Prep time: 45 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 24 1          2-layer size white cake mix 1          tablespoon, plus 2 teaspoons, McCormick Pure Lemon Extract, divided 1          tablespoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract 3/4       cup white chocolate chips 2          sticks butter, softened 16        ounces confectioners’ sugar 2          tablespoons milk …

Add Mexican Flair to Game Day Favorites

(Family Features) Football season, for many people, is just as much about the food as it is about the action. No matter who’s playing and whether you’re at a tailgate or living room watch party, one thing is for sure: football and flavor go hand-in-hand. When you’re huddling up to figure out how to score a touchdown with your game day spread, consider taking your snacks to the next level by adding an authentic Mexican flair. Opt for traditional Mexican ingredients like chorizo, queso fresco or cotija in meals and snacks that are already football mainstays, including nachos, tacos and …

Strawberry Angel Food Dessert

by Mrs. Elaine Ahlgrim 3 oz package of strawberry Jello 10 oz fresh sliced strawberries 1 tbsp sugar 10 inch angel food cake torn in pieces (you can use a store bought angel food cake) ½ pint whipping cream Dissolve Jello in 1 ¼ cups boiling water. Stir in strawberries, and sugar. Let cool until it begins to thicken. Set aside. Whip the cream in another bowl. Fold in whip cream into mixture. Cover bottom of 9 inch square baking pan with half of the torn angel food cake. Pour strawberry mixture over it. Make another layer with remaining angel …

Sipping on Summertime Sweets

(Family Features) When it’s summertime and you crave something cold and fruity, try using your favorite frozen fruit for a refreshing drink. For example, strawberries with frozen pink lemonade concentrate combine to make a spritzer recipe worth sharing. This fizzy Strawberry Spritzer can delight your taste buds and keep you quenched while enjoying the summer sun. Find more drink recipes at Culinary.net. Strawberry Spritzer Recipe adapted from Taste of Home 1          package (10 ounces) frozen sliced strawberries, sweetened and thawed 2          liters lemon-lime soda, chilled 1          can (12 ounces) frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed In blender, process strawberries until blended …

Mandarin Orange Sherbet Mold

by Mrs. Walter Benz 3 packages of Orange Jello 2 pints of orange sherbet 3 cups of hot water 2 cans of mandarin oranges Mix Jello with hot water. Let set and whip Jello with hand mixer. Add ice cream and mandarin oranges. Mix for about 1 minute until smooth. Pour into molds. Let set in freezer until firm. Serve

A Creamy Recipe Created for Families

(Culinary.net) A lazy Sunday afternoon cuddled up with family, playing in the rain with your kids and tasting a perfect, sweet treat on a summer day can be some of the simplest yet best parts of life. Recipes that can be made with clean, fresh ingredients in a matter of minutes make some of the best-tasting dishes, snacks and treats. Sometimes keeping it simple is the best route to take as opposed to confusing prep that takes too much time. This Strawberry Mousse, which is made with families in mind, is a perfect recipe to make with your little ones …