What is Japan Rail Pass? When we started traveling to Japan more often, we realized we spent too much on transportation fees flying to and traveling by bullet trains (shinkansen) to different cities. What we realized is if we had planned our trips better, we could have probably saved quite a bit on transportation by using a Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass). If you are only planning to stay in 1 area like Tokyo, this is not a good deal....
Ingredients Cooking spray to grease cookie sheets 1 package regular or fast-acting dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons) 2/3 cup water 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil 2 to 2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ Better for Bread™ bread flour or Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 tablespoon water 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt or sesame seed...
Preparation Martha’s home on Mount Desert Island in Maine is called Skylands. The estate is known for its ultra-lavish grounds, but adjacent to the main house is a charming guest cottage—and the living room is a vision in pink, and dripping with beautiful décor ideas. As Martha explains it, “When I first laid eyes on Skylands, a 1925 summer house, I could have never believed that one day I would I would own such a wonderful piece of American architectural history, a place that evokes an era gone by....
Ingredients 1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 16 mini muffin cups with cooking spray. In medium bowl, stir together Bisquick mix, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, egg, milk and pumpkin until blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each two-thirds full....
Ingredients 1/3 cup lime juice 1 envelope unflavored gelatin (2 teaspoons) 1 teaspoon grated lime peel 1/2 cup fat-free sweetened condensed milk (from 14-oz can) 2 drops green food color, if desired 1 drop yellow food color, if desired 4 cups Cool Whip fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed (from 12-oz container) 1 graham cracker crumb crust (6 oz) 2 thin lime slices, cut into quarters, if desired Preparation In 1-quart saucepan, place lime juice; sprinkle with gelatin....
Preparation It may not be very big, but chances are your under-the-sink space is one of the more overlooked and undervalued storage opportunities in your home—but it only take a few minutes to turn this small area into something streamlined and accessible. Start by examining everything you currently store in this nook. “Due to their awkward size, these spots can often become a dumping ground for your bulk cleaning sprays, grocery bags, and supplies,” says organizing expert Rachel Rosenthal....
Ingredients 1 lb uncooked boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 2 cups hot water 1 cup milk 1 box Chicken Helper™ cheesy chicken enchilada 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed 1 bottle (9 oz) Old El Paso™ Mild Taco Sauce, if desired Chopped fresh cilantro, if desired Preparation Cut chicken into 1/2-inch pieces. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat....
We love these savory crepes, but our sweet crepes with Riccota Filling and Custard Filled are a must-try. savory crepes- Savory Crepes are and have always been a big deal growing up! My mom would make them all the time and the recipe for Savory Crepes has always been a favorite! Crepes are cooked and then filled with a meat and veggie filling and sauteed until cooked. These crepes are great to make ahead of time and may be frozen before they are cooked or leftovers....
Raise your hands if you love some crispy juicy egg rolls? These Shrimp Egg Rolls are for you today! Here, sweet juicy shrimp are rolled into wheat flour wrapper and deep-fried to golden brown perfection. So good and addictive that you must make them at home! I know you may want to hide under the sink when I say the word fry. But trust me, egg rolls are not just restaurant foods....
Simmered Beef with Ginger, or what we call in Japanese – Shigureni (時雨煮, しぐれ煮), is a simple yet classic recipe we often make at home. I grew up eating this homey food in my bento box or as a side or main dish with rice. It comes together quickly and bursts with amazing flavor. I consider it a lifesaver for weekday dinners! You need to try it. What is Shigureni?...
Ingredients 3 cups pieces (1 inch) peeled dark-orange sweet potatoes 1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup) 1 1/2 cups ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots 3/4 cup dried lentils, sorted, rinsed 2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon finely chopped gingerroot 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 can (14 oz) vegetable broth or 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)...
Ingredients 1 1/2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage 1 1/2 lb ground beef round 2 medium onions, chopped (1 1/2 cups) 2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic 2 jars (1 lb 8 oz each) tomato pasta sauce (any variety) 1 bag (25 oz) frozen cheese-filled ravioli (do not thaw) 3 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend (12 oz) 1 package (3.5 oz) sliced pepperoni 1/4 cup sliced ripe olives Fresh basil sprigs, if desired...
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces) 1 can (4.5 ounces) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained Tortilla chips, if desired Preparation In medium bowl, mix all ingredients except cheese, chilies and tortilla chips. Stir in cheese and chilies....
If you love shakes, try the popular Oreo Milkshake or the Shamrock Shake recipes. Chocolate Milkshake Recipe- I must admit, I love myself a good milkshake, especially when I’m running errands and out and about. McDonald’s and Chick-Fil-A are by far my favorite for a drive-through drink. This homemade version is so much better because it’s not only cheaper but it’s so easy to make and has the taste just like the one you’d get at the restaurant!...
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (from 15-oz box) 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted 1 bag (12 oz) white vanilla baking chips 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup whipping cream 3 eggs 1 pint (2 cups) fresh raspberries 3 tablespoons raspberry jelly Preparation Heat oven to 325°F. Lightly grease 9x3-inch springform pan with shortening or cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix cookie crumbs and butter....
Ingredients 1 1/3 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup shortening 1/4 cup ice-cold water 3/4 cup whole pecan halves, toasted* 4 oz bittersweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped 1 egg 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 2 tablespoons light or dark corn syrup 2 tablespoons real maple syrup 1 tablespoon bourbon 1/2 teaspoon vanilla...
Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 medium sweet onion, chopped (1/2 cup) 4 yellow summer squash (1 1/4 lb), cut into 1/4-inch slices 2 eggs 1/2 cup half-and-half 1 1/4 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (5 oz) 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 cups cubed (1 inch) hearty white bread Fresh thyme sprig, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. Generously spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray....
Ingredients 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box 3/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/2 cup quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed 2 lb frozen sweet and tart cherries (about 6 cups) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch Preparation Heat oven to 375°F....
Ingredients 1 cup butter or margarine, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 eggs 2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats 1/2 cup coconut 1/2 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy....
Ingredients 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon ground cumin or chili powder 1 can (15 to 16 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup 1 package (9 ounces) frozen cooked Southwest-seasoned chicken breast strips, thawed and cut in half 1 can (4.5 ounces) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained...
