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Preparation Dairy products are key ingredients in a number of our favorite dessert pies and cakes. Low in fat, high in protein, and super versatile, buttermilk has long been one of our secret-weapon ingredients in the kitchen. It plays an essential role in our pancakes, biscuits, cornbread, fried chicken, and so much more. But Martha’s new favorite way to use buttermilk? In a pie! Sara Foster’s recipe, a North Carolina-based chef and cookbook author, for the traditional Southern delicacy comes from her mother, and it’s definitely a keeper....

Preparation The hand-drawn look is incredibly popular right now. It’s a simple way to add a personalized touch to any affair. We have many brides who come to us requesting hand-drawn invitations, save-the-date cards, menus, and monograms. Another popular trend right now-for home décor, fashion, and everything in between-is painterly patterns and watercolor florals. These whimsical, romantic motifs provide a fresh contrast when paired with modern styling. We’ve combined the two trends together to create a fun, one-of-a-kind pair of canvas sneakers for that special little girl walking down the aisle with you....

Ingredients 3 cups raspberries 1 box (19.9 oz) Betty Crocker™ Dark Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 eggs 1/2 cup whipping (heavy) cream 1 tablespoon sugar Preparation Heat oven to 350°. Spray pie plate, 9x1 1/4 inches, with cooking spray. Mash 1 cup of the raspberries, using fork. Stir mashed raspberries, brownie mix, oil and eggs in large bowl until blended. Stir in 1/2 cup whole raspberries. Spread in pie plate....

Preparation You’ll elevate your home by looking underfoot when you purchase this Cyber Monday deal. The neutral-toned runner will look great with any home décor. Shop Now: Safavieh “Adirondack” Collection Rug in Ivory and Silver, 6’ by 9’, $76.19, amazon.com. Sous vide cooking is easy with this adjustable model that clamps onto any of your pots or pans, and it’s made even easier when you’re able to automatically adjust the water’s temperature from your phone....

Green Bean Gomaae (胡麻和え) is one of the vegetable side dishes that my mom taught me to make from scratch since I was little. The aromatic and nutty sesame sauce adds just the right touch to the vegetables. As it pairs well with almost every Japanese meal, we would serve the green beans regularly at the family dinner. It’s fresh-tasting, delicious, and super simple. Whenever you need a quick veggie, the salad will always be a perfect match....

Preparation Choosing the right paint colors for your every room in your home can be an overwhelming task—with so many different swatches and color chips to choose from, how do you go about deciding which paint hues make the most sense for each space? Ultimately, there are three tried-and-true steps to follow as you make your decision. To start, snip shots from magazines and fill a new Pinterest board to the brim....

Ingredients 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (12 ounces) 2 cups cut-up cooked chicken 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup) 1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 4 eggs Preparation Heat oven to 400°. Grease bottom and sides of rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches, with shortening. Sprinkle broccoli, 2 cups of the cheese, the chicken and onion in baking dish....

Ingredients 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 cup chopped pecans 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon maple extract 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs, beaten 1 container (8 oz) sour cream Preparation Heat oven to 350°F....

Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐) is easily one of our family’s favorite meals! It is so simple to make yet incredibly soul-satisfying. I love making the dish on a hectic weeknight when 30 minutes is all that I could spare to cook dinner for the family. We often eat mapo tofu donburi-style, with the tofu-and-sauce mixture over fluffy steamed rice. Yes, who doesn’t like a one-bowl meal for easy cleanup! I think you and your family are going to enjoy it....

Some Japanese homemakers wake up early in the wee mornings to pack beautiful bento lunch boxes for their spouses and children. The truth is I can barely wake up at 6:30 am. So how do I make Japanese-style bento for my children? It’s about strategizing based on your lifestyle and routine. With better planning and practice, you’ll get into the groove and become a pro with bento-making. 🔖 Here I’ve created a list of freezer-friendly dishes for you....

Brrr… it’s really cold in San Francisco and we might see its first snowfall tonight in more than 30 years! It’s a perfect day to enjoy some oven-baked food for cold days like these. Today I want to share Meat Doria (Rice Gratin) recipe. What is Doria? In Japan, we call rice gratins “doria.” We saute vegetables and meat in white sauce or tomato sauce, pour over the steamed rice, and then bake it in an oven or oven toaster....

Ingredients 4 pork boneless loin chops, 1/2 inch thick 8 saltine crackers, finely crushed (1/3 cup) 1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 egg 1 tablespoon water Cooking spray 4 cups coleslaw mix 1 small tart red apple, coarsely chopped (1 cup) 1/4 cup chopped onion 1/3 cup coleslaw dressing 1/8 teaspoon celery seed Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. Generously spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray....

Most of us Ukrainians were raised eating bread with just about every meal, (by just about I mean every meal). Growing up, having freshly baked bread was always a must in our family. When my mother-in-law first baked these lepyoshki, I was hooked and couldn’t stop eating them. They were like nothing I had ever tasted. It was like the combination of a large bagel and fresh soft bread combined....

Believe it or not, the start of the holiday season is officially here. We’ve all heard that supply chains will be impacted this year, and while time will reveal the actual outcome, we figured it doesn’t hurt to bring you our annual gift guide early. Holiday Gift Guide 2021 – Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List! Our team had so much fun narrowing down our favorite products to help you find something for everyone on your list....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 1 cup uncooked converted or regular long-grain white rice 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed 2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick ’n Chunky salsa 1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup frozen sweet peas Preparation In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until browned, turning once....

Ingredients 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 4 large (10-inch) spinach flour tortillas 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon 2 tablespoons chopped jalapeño slices from 1 jar (12 oz) Old El Paso™ Hot Jalapeño Slices 1 package (9 oz) thinly sliced deli turkey 8 mozzarella cheese sticks Preparation In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, cumin, coriander and red pepper....

Ingredients 1 small or 1 large dark-orange sweet potato, peeled, cubed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon olive oil 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 can (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Traditional Refried Beans 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne) 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce 6 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 inch; from 11-oz package)...

Preparation If a friend or close family member has graciously offered to host you in their home, you want to make sure you’re just as gracious when you arrive. But unfortunately, not all guests are—and often make their loved ones regret extending them the invitation to visit entirely. In order to avoid putting strain on or offending your hosts, it’s important to steer clear of the most notorious offenses. And to do that, you need to know what those classic “bad guest” behaviors are....

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Ingredients 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons shortening 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 4 to 6 tablespoons cold water 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, if desired 2 1/2 cups fresh blueberries 2 1/2 cups fresh raspberries 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons butter or margarine Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. In medium bowl, cut shortening into flour and salt, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until particles are size of small peas....