Preparation Filling your bedroom with foliage is a great way to make the space feel like a sanctuary-a place where you can escape the stresses of the day. But plants do a lot more than create an oasis-like atmosphere, they purify the air and replenish oxygen. This can aid in a better night sleep, and really, what is more stress-relieving than that? But when it comes to helping us sleep, some are better than others....
Ingredients 3 cups canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/8 teaspoon salt Preparation In 4-quart saucepan, mix pumpkin, brown sugar, granulated sugar and lemon juice. Heat to simmering over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to keep mixture from sticking to bottom of pan. Simmer uncovered 30 minutes, stirring often, until mixture coats back of spoon....
Ingredients 1 1/4 lb boneless beef round steak (1/2 to 3/4 inch thick) 1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (3 cups) 1 large onion, sliced, separated into rings 1 can (10 1/2 oz) condensed French onion soup 1 package (6 oz) 10-minute herb stuffing mix 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz) Preparation Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Cut beef into 6 serving-size pieces....
Ingredients 1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach 2 slices bacon, chopped 2 cups thinly sliced sweet onions 1 serrano chile, seeded, finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon) 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup chili garlic sauce 1/2 cup sour cream 1 can (14 oz) Progresso™ artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Crackers, crostini or vegetables, as desired Preparation Heat oven to 350° F. Spray 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray....
Since the main ingredient of this dish is tuna, I hope you can buy good quality sushi/sashimi-grade tuna from a Japanese grocery store. You can buy a block of tuna and slice it into thin pieces yourself for this recipe (use a very sharp knife to cut sashimi). For today, I bought pre-cut tuna pieces called Maguro Butsugiri (chopped tuna). Usually, this part of tuna doesn’t look pretty enough to be used as sushi or sashimi....
What is Tenkasu (Agedama) Tenkasu (天かす) or Agedama (揚げ玉) is crunchy scraps/crumbs made from tempura batter. It is commonly used in the fillings for Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki, and Hiroshimayaki as it gives fluffier texture. It’s also used as toppings for Tanuki Udon or Soba to give an extra crunchy texture. Where to Get Tenkasu? How to Store It Once you open the package, I usually keep the package in a freezer, but refrigeration is a must....
These Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are soft and fluffy, and my kids love them! What’s the secret ingredient to making them so fluffy? It’s tofu! Actually, in Japan, we call this dish Tofu Hambagu (豆腐ハンバーグ) – “hambagu” as in Japanese Hamburger Steak. However, most tofu hambagu are made with tofu AND ground meat (usually chicken, sometimes a combination of beef & pork). To avoid misleading the vegetarian readers, I decided to simply call it chicken meatballs (with tofu, as the secret ingredient)....
Preparation There are so many reasons why a couple might decide to get married on a Friday night: the pricing is generally more affordable, they have their hearts set on a certain venue but every Saturday night was booked, more vendors are available, or they want to break with tradition. If you’re in this boat, here are a few tips that’ll make your Friday wedding a success. EASY WAYS TO COMMUNICATE IMPORTANT INFO TO WEDDING GUESTS...
Preparation I like to say that everything I know about baking I learned from Maida Heatter. Sure, there were other outstanding teachers along the way (Martha, Julia, and Dorie among them), but no one taught me as much about how to turn out the most consistently crowd-pleasing sweets than the so-called “Queen of Cakes.” Heatter is the author of seven dessert cookbooks, published from 1974 until 1995, plus other collections of recipes compiled from her earlier books....
Preparation Most recipes call for only a small portion of tomato paste – you use a tablespoon or two, and the rest invariably goes to waste. To save the remainder: Carefully open both ends of the can with a can opener. Remove one metal end, and discard it. Leave the other in place. Wrap the entire can in plastic wrap, and freeze overnight. The next day, use the metal end to push the frozen paste out the open end....
Preparation Painted porch ceilings are as southern as ice-cold sweet tea. And if you’ve ever sipped tea on a southern porch, you may have noticed the playful blue ceiling above you. This unique home detail is a long-standing tradition—one that’s been practiced for generations. But it wasn’t born out of a popular exterior design trend: Painted porch ceilings are actually rooted in superstition. As the story goes, homeowners would paint these overhangs “haint” blue to scare away spirits that couldn’t cross the water-like shade....
Yuzu is a popular citrus we enjoy during the winter months in Japan, and if you follow JOC long enough, you would know that I’m obsessed with the fruit. My friend even gifted me a grafted yuzu tree two years ago, and this is the first year my tree has bore us a fruit. Unfortunately, one yuzu fruit is not quite enough to make a recipe out of it, but I was lucky to receive a bag of fresh yuzu from my friend!...
Ingredients 6 slices hickory-smoked bacon 4 slices rustic white bread 2 slices provolone cheese (3/4 oz each) 2 slices Cheddar cheese (3/4 oz each) 1 egg 3/4 cup pale ale beer 1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 1 tablespoon butter Preparation In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towel. On 2 of the bread slices, place 1 slice provolone cheese, 3 slices bacon and 1 slice Cheddar cheese on each....
Ingredients 1 box (15.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Delights Super Moist™ Butter Pecan Cake Mix 3/4 cup water 1/4 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 can (15.25 oz) apricot halves, drained, chopped (slightly less than 1 cup) 3/4 cup apricot preserves 1 tub (12 oz) Betty Crocker™ Whipped Whipped Cream Frosting 15 pecan halves or pieces Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease or spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan....
This easy broccoli salad is the best kind of salad for potlucks, parties and family gatherings and especially around the Holidays! It doesn’t get soggy quickly and will be a hit with kids and adults alike! broccoli salad- This creamy broccoli salad recipe served cold is so ADDICTIVE! The raw cauliflower and broccoli with cheddar cheese and crunchy sunflower seeds and craisins is such an unexpected yet perfect sweet and savory combination....
Ingredients 2 cups Frozen Extra Sweet Corn 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic-pepper blend 2 tablespoons light sour cream Preparation In medium saucepan or microwave-safe dish, cook corn as directed on package. Drain; return to saucepan. Add all remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Heat just until thoroughly heated. Related Video
Preparation While a lot of us tend to focus on upgrading rooms like the bedroom or living room when it comes to quick weekend design projects, giving a little DIY TLC to your kitchen is a great way to combine stylish accents with functional application. With the right projects, you can easily add elements to your kitchen that transform the look of the kitchen while helping make the most of space and keep your kitchen gadgets in mint condition....
When you have small children at home like me, it’s very handy to have bananas around the house all the time. My children like to put a banana in their morning cereal and it makes a very handy snack whenever they are hungry. They also love my Banana Bread but their favorite banana “treats” are these Frozen Chocolate Bananas. When it comes to quick desserts, I rely on easy dessert recipes like this and Chocolate Covered Strawberries....
Ingredients Reynolds™ Baking Cups 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup molasses 2 eggs 2 cups Gold Medal™ white whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 3/4 cup water 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon...
Ingredients 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 6 tablespoons butter or margarine 3 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 4 cups Corn Chex™ cereal 4 cups Rice Chex™ cereal 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Cover cookie sheet with waxed paper. In large microwavable bowl, microwave brown sugar, butter and corn syrup uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute, until melted and smooth. Stir in baking soda until dissolved....
