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Preparation What’s the story behind the beloved banana-pineapple-pecan-coconut cake that’s almost as popular as carrot cake (and even more delicious)? As you might have noticed last time you enjoyed a piece of hummingbird cake, there are no birds involved, not even feathers needed for decoration. We don’t know for sure but have been told that there’s a hum, much like that of the tiny bird, that comes from a contented cake eater as they devour a slice....

Preparation Bridesmaids’ dresses come in all shapes and sizes, colors and materials, and even designs. When it comes to picking the right one for your girls, think about when your wedding is taking place. Everything from the fabrication to the cut and colors should subtly say, “Spring wedding!” If you want your ‘maids to love their looks, take these three things into consideration before you shop. RELATED: HOW TO PICK DRESSES YOUR BRIDESMAIDS WILL LOVE...

Ingredients 1 beef chuck roast (3 lb) Salt and pepper 1/2 cinnamon stick 1/2 teaspoon cloves 3 medium carrots, chopped 3 medium celery stalks, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 cups apple cider 1/4 cup apple pie-flavored liqueur, if desired Preparation Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Place in 4- to 5-quart slow cooker. Add remaining ingredients. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours. To serve, drain juices....

Ingredients 6 oz. uncooked vermicelli or spaghetti 1 egg 1 tablespoon prepared mustard 1 lb. lean (at least 80%) ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium) 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/2 cup cooked real bacon pieces 1 (15-oz.) can Italian-style tomato sauce 4 oz. (1 cup) finely shredded Cheddar cheese 9 dill pickle hamburger slices Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9 1/2-inch deep-dish or 10-inch glass pie pan with nonstick cooking spray....

Ingredients 2 chocolate wafer cookies Chocolate syrup, for drizzling inside the glass and the rim Ice 2 oz store bought chocolate milk 1 oz vanilla vodka 1 oz creme de cocoa Preparation Place the chocolate cookies in a plastic baggie and pound with a rolling pin or wooden mallet until fine crumbs are formed. Coat the center of a small plate with chocolate syrup in a circle. Sprinkle the crushed chocolate wafers over the chocolate syrup on the plate....

Ingredients 4 cups mixed salad greens 3 cups sliced, cooked new red potatoes, unpeeled 3 cups cooked cut green beans 3 hard-cooked eggs, quartered 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges 1 can (5 oz) tuna or 1 can (4.5 oz) chicken, drained, flaked 1/2 cup pitted ripe olives 1/3 cup Betty Crocker™ Bac~Os® bacon flavor bits or chips 1 cup olive oil vinaigrette dressing Preparation On extra-large serving platter, arrange all ingredients except dressing....

Preparation As 2019 comes to a close, the one thing we’re looking forward to most in the new year is the plethora of brand-new crafts inspired by the latest trends. Whether you’re a novice crafter or a DIY pro, there’s one thing everyone can agree on: One of the most appealing things about making a project by hand is seeing the result and knowing that you’re the person who brought that idea to life....

There’s nothing quite like a nice warm bowl of creamy, comforting mashed potatoes. In fact, it ranks at the top of the list for my family’s Thanksgiving & Christmas menu. Today I’m sharing a truly special, Japanese-inspired Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Shio Koji (マッシュドポテト塩麹入り). If you’re looking to take the classic side dish up a notch, this recipe is going to be your instant favorite. You may not tell it apart at first glance, but after the first bite, you’d be blown away by the deep, savory flavor of these mashed potatoes....

Ingredients 2 packages (3 oz each) cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup sugar 1 egg 1 1/2 cups miniature or regular semisweet chocolate chips 1 box (15.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Devil's Food Cake Mix 1 1/4 cups water 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 tub (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla Frosting Preparation Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups....

Preparation If you’ve been wondering whether or not brides and grooms still give out wedding favors, the simple answer is yes. But as anyone who’s been to a wedding in the last few years knows, what constitutes a favor has definitely evolved over time. Gone are the days of monogrammed candies and wasteful tchotchkes that’ll end up in the garbage. Now, couples are more interested in giving their guests something meaningful that’ll remind them of the experience they had at your wedding, or else something edible they can enjoy right away....

Ingredients 2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup milk 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla 1 egg 1/2 cup dried blueberries 1/2 cup Cascadian Farm® frozen organic raspberries (do not thaw) 2 tablespoons water 2 cups powdered sugar 4 1/2 teaspoons milk Preparation Heat oven to 425°F. Spray doughnut pan with cooking spray. In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, 2 tablespoons of the granulated sugar, 2/3 cup milk, 2 teaspoons of the vanilla and the egg until blended....

Preparation The bride’s friends and family look forward to gathering at a bridal shower to honor the future Mrs. and welcome her into a new life as a married woman. While everyone looks forward to the food, drinks, gifts, and revelry, proper planning is key to ensuring this pre-wedding party goes smoothly. The first step in throwing a flawless party in honor of your bestie? Sending out the invitations. Here, everything you need to know about the stationery for a bridal shower-from who gets an invite to when to send them....

Preparation Too old to be a flower girl but too young to be a bridesmaid, a junior bridesmaid fills in the gap between the other female attendants. If there’s a young girl who’s special to you, consider asking her to be in your wedding in this role instead. Here are answers to common questions about this specific member of the bridal party. RELATED: REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD HAVE KIDS IN YOUR WEDDING...

Preparation As late spring transitions to an undeniable summer, an intriguing seasonal ingredient appears at farmers’ markets and in the produce aisle of some more enlightened grocery stores. Convoluted green stalks, each tapering to a snakily thin proboscis, fascinate the curious shopper. Defying neat bundling, they are restrained by rubber bands or displayed in tangled heaps. These are garlic scapes—the tender stems of hardneck garlic plants—cut down in their prime and ready to be eaten....

Ingredients 1 package (12 oz) uncooked gluten-free (corn and rice blend or corn, rice and quinoa blend) elbow macaroni (3 1/2 cups) 2 cans (12 oz each) evaporated milk 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed and softened 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1 lb) 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1 cup gluten-free plain panko bread crumbs 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (1 oz)...

This recipe is perfect for grilling season, just like our grilled chicken thighs. We love how easy it is to cook with shrimp. Whether sauteed in a skillet, or breaded and fried, shrimp is the perfect easy dinner or to bring to a barbecue. easiest grilled shrimp- One of the best things about grilling shrimp is how easy it is to have dinner on the table. I love that this marinade is so simple and it uses ingredients you most likely already have on hand....

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon grated or very finely chopped garlic 2 cups milk 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese (8 oz) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves Preparation Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Using whisk, stir in flour, salt and garlic. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until mixture smells nutty and is lightly golden, stirring constantly with whisk....

Preparation Sterling silver catches the light like no other, which is why we love the look of sterling silver in flatware, vases, jewelry, and decorative accents. Real silver also has a high value in the market, so items made from the material tend to come with a higher price tag than those that merely look like silver. Knowing whether or not something is actually made of silver is important in terms of more than just cost: People who have an allergy or sensitivity to other metals have to make sure that their jewelry is real silver if they want to wear it without a negative reaction....

Ingredients 1/2 cup Bisquick™ Original Pancake & Baking Mix 1/4 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 tablespoon butter, softened 1/2 cup Bisquick™ Original Pancake & Baking Mix 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter, softened 2 eggs 3 medium fresh pears, peeled, sliced (about 3 cups) Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray....

Neri Ume (練梅), or Japanese umeboshi plum paste, is a very tart and salty paste used as a seasoning and condiment. It’s umeboshi in a convenient pouch or tube. It usually contains artificial flavorings, high fructose corn syrup, and thickeners to make it spreadable and easy to use. If this concerns you, you can finely chop umeboshi, which won’t have these additions for a similar effect. How To Use Use it to add a salty tartness to salad dressings, sauces, soups, dips, and spreads....