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Ingredients 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup) 1/3 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs 1/4 cup milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 egg 1 jar (10 oz) sweet-and-sour sauce Preparation Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, mix beef, onion, bread crumbs, milk, salt, pepper and egg. Shape mixture into thirty 1-inch meatballs. In ungreased 13x9-inch pan, place meatballs. Bake uncovered about 15 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink in center and thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F....

Preparation If you’re curious about how natural cleaning products work or why baking soda is such a powerful ingredient, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll explain the science behind some of the most popular cleaning methods and tools, so you can you clean smarter—not harder. Follow along with Clean Science to see which technique we break down next. Wood furniture is known for its durability and beauty, but unfortunately, it can be tricky to clean....

Ingredients 2/3 cup cake flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 4 eggs, separated 3/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 tablespoons Betty Crocker™ Decorating Decors rainbow mix 1 cup strawberry-rhubarb jam or preserves Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. Line pan with parchment paper; spray paper. In medium bowl, stir together flour and baking powder; set aside. In large bowl, beat egg yolks with whisk until smooth and creamy....

Ingredients 1 teaspoon caraway seed 1 medium baking potato, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup) 3/4 cup fresh green beans (about 4 oz), cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth 4 smoked beef bratwurst (from 12-oz package), cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices (about 1 1/2 cups) 1 can (15.5 oz) great northern beans, drained 1...

Preparation Your little feline friend might have spent her entire life indoors, but a small part of her will always be drawn to the outside world. The only problem? Dangers lurk in the great outdoors. Cats who run away from home might not always be able to find their way back, risk getting run over, attacked by other animals, or picked up by a stranger. They’re also prone to hunting wildlife, including birds and squirrels, and if you haven’t gotten your sweet Tabby fixed, she might end up with a few kittens of her own....

Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 teaspoon maple flavor 1 egg 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup sliced almonds 1 cup powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon maple flavor 4 to 5 teaspoons milk Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 325°F). Lightly grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 box (15.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Devil's Food Cake Mix 1 cup water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 cup whipping cream 1 cup whole milk 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 1/3 cup rum 1 cup whipping cream 2 tablespoons rum or 1 teaspoon rum extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup flaked coconut, toasted 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan)....

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 cup chopped pecans 3/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup corn syrup 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 1 tablespoon bourbon, if desired 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 3 eggs, beaten 1 bag (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips (1 cup) Preparation Heat oven to 350° (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 325°)....

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups water 1 bag (12 oz) fresh or frozen (thawed) cranberries (3 cups) 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, chopped 1 cup sugar 1 tablespoon grated orange peel 1/4 cup orange juice Orange peel strips, if desired Preparation In 2-quart saucepan, stir together water, cranberries, apple, sugar, grated orange peel and orange juice. Heat to boiling over medium heat; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to burst and mixture is thickened....

Preparation Wedding tents aren’t anything like the colorful khaki getups from childhood camping trips. They’re elegant, chic, and necessary for most outdoor celebrations. The right tent will protect guests from any unexpected rain showers while providing a stylish backdrop for your ceremony or reception. Here’s your guide on all things related to wedding tents. DETERMINE IF YOU NEED A TENT According to Maya Katz, an event planner and co-founder of Alimay Events & Productions, the decision to get a tent should depend on the location of the venue and the season....

The Japanese take pancakes to new heights. Think cottony clouds of heaven that melt in your mouth! Have you seen Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes (スフレパンケーキ) on social media? Or maybe you have even tasted them when you visited Japan? They are fluffy, airy, delicate pancakes that probably look too fancy for a weekday breakfast, but are impossible to resist making on the weekend. These pillowy, soft pancakes are a must-try....

homemade GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE- This delicious butter garlic sauce is so easy to make and only takes 5 simple ingredients! Melted butter combined with garlic, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper combined to a homemade butter sauce. We love this sauce on pasta, chicken breast, shrimp, and on homemade bread. INGREDIENTS- Butter– You want to use a good quality brand, we used unsalted butter. If you want to use salted butter, skip adding salt....

Ingredients 1 tub (8 ounces) soft cream cheese 2 cups shredded Gouda or Colby cheese (8 ounces) 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives 1/4 cup sliced drained sun-dried tomatoes in oil 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley Assorted crackers, if desired Preparation Mix cream cheese and Gouda cheese until blended. Stir in chives, tomatoes and garlic powder. Shape mixture into 2 small logs or 1 large ball. Roll in parsley....

Ingredients 1/2 cup peach preserves 1/4 cup raspberry vinegar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1 1/4 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt Preparation Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Heat preserves and vinegar to boiling in 1-quart saucepan, stirring constantly, until preserves are melted. Spoon about 1/4 cup mixture into small bowl or custard cup for brushing on chicken....

Are you excited about hot pot season? As part of our holiday giveaway series, we’re partnering with Hario USA to give away my personal favorite Hario Donabe Ceramic Cooking Pot to 5 lucky winners! This Japanese-made donabe ceramic pot is an amazing cookware for cooking rice, stews, veggies, and of course, hot pot dishes! Enter now for your chance to win! What I Love About Hario Donabe Ceramic Cooking Pot Over the years, I’ve collected various donabe and electric hot pot skillets which I use for different occasions, but I really enjoy the Hario Donabe Ceramic Cooking Pot with Glass Lid ever since I was introduced to it....

Preparation One of the best parts of summer is enjoying meals outdoors and eating lots and lots of grilled food. From burgers to baby back ribs and grilled vegetables galore, there’s nothing like the taste of smoky, charred meat and flame-kissed sides. But how much meat is too much, and are there any health risks associated with eating lots of grilled food? “If you’re someone who eats red meat multiple times a week, lives a sedentary lifestyle, and isn’t incorporating fruits and vegetables into your diet, then you’re at risk for health conditions down the road....

Preparation Smartphones, AirPods, laptops, Fitbits—chances are, you have more than a few of these tech devices and use them on a daily basis. And while they can definitely make your life more convenient, if you don’t clean them regularly, they can become a breeding ground for all sorts of germs, putting you at a higher risk of contracting a variety of different illnesses. Ultimately, cleaning your technology is a must if you want to protect your devices and yourself....

Preparation From sauces that bubbled over to drips of gooey cheese now burnt, your oven is a canvas for spills and splatters of all kinds. And when it comes to cleaning it, chances are you’re not. But tackling this appliance doesn’t have to be a heavy lift, and you don’t need to spend extra money on special cleaning products, either. In fact, all you need to make your oven sparkle again are two pantry staples, likely already in your kitchen: baking soda and vinegar....

Clarified butter, sometimes known as drawn butter or ghee, is used in many culinary cuisines around the world. By clarifying butter, the heating process separates the milk solids which float to surface from the butterfat. Clarified butter does not burn as easily as regular butter so it’s great for sautéing meat or seafood. Here is how to make clarified butter. I use Clarified Butter for Seared Scallops recipe. Don’t want to miss a recipe?...

Preparation Just-colored hair looks and feels glorious, but everyday exposure to water, heat styling, and sun can make it fade fast. These smart tactics will extend your hue (or highlights) beautifully between sessions. Plus, we curated several of the products you need in your arsenal to make sure your color goes the distance—at least, until your next salon appointment. Going lighter removes hair’s natural pigment, says colorist Angela Soto, owner of Baja Studio, in New York City....