Food Bites & Articles

How to Roast the Perfect Turkey

Roasting a turkey may sound very intimidating. It's the star of the holiday meal and the last thing anyone wants to be known by the person who served the driest turkey ever. But it's really not that difficult! We've broken...

Why Do We Wish on a Wishbone? 

This little bone sits at the bottom of the sternum and has the job of attaching the clavicles.  You may know where it is, but did you know that without it a bird couldn’t fly? It is the spring that releases...

Defrosting a Frozen Turkey

Let’s Talk Turkey!

The star of Thanksgiving dinner can be finicky to make and a tad daunting. There's nothing worse than serving guests a dry turkey. Prepare one of these mouthwatering recipes and you'll present the perfect turkey your guests will love (and...

12 Easy Thanksgiving Desserts Even You Can Make

Are you baking challenged? Then these super easy dessert recipes are for you. We promise even the most anti-baking person can make these Thanksgiving desserts.

Wine and Beer to Drink for Thanksgiving

Ever wondered what beers and wines you should have on hand for Thanksgiving? Well here’s the answer to help keep your guests “hydrated”! 1. Pale Ale/IPA - This isn’t for your average beer drinkers, those who love craft beer will...

How do I stop eating chips & salsa? Do they run out? Do I die? Or what?

Is My Turkey Done Yet?

Give Back to Give Thanks: 5 Ways to Make a Difference This Thanksgiving

When you’ve got a table filled with stuffed turkey, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, dinner rolls and Mom’s famous pumpkin pie, it’s pretty easy to feel thankful—but, in fact, Thanksgiving is about even more than a delicious meal....

Thanksgiving Dinner Essentials

The guests are invited, the menu is planned and its go time... time to make the dinner. Make sure you have all the essentials for Thanksgiving dinner so you're not left in a pinch.Roasting Pan and RackInevitably there are Thanksgiving...

Countdown to Thanksgiving

How to Plan the Perfect Thanksgiving

Hosting Thanksgiving can be a bit stressful, so here are some tips to lessen the stress and allow you to enjoy the day!1. Go Old School - Send Out InvitesHosting Friendsgiving? Or hosting for the fam? Invites are a great...

Easy to To Make Quick Bread Recipes for the Holiday Season

With the holidays fast approaching, quick bread recipes are great to keep handy in your recipe box. Since they require no yeast or rising time, they are easy to make and almost foolproof.Packed with carrots, pineapple, and nuts, Lisa Boger's...

Best Family Friendly Halloween Movies

1. Hocus Pocus (1993) Why to watch: When Dracula, Frankenstein, the Mummy, Invisible Man, Werewolves and more get together to celebrate Mavis’ (Dracula’s daughter) birthday, you know there will be trouble!Where to watch it: Amazon Video, iTunes, VuduThink we forgot...

We’re Fixin’ for a Visit to Silos Baking Co.

Today is a good day for a good treat...and that's exactly what you'll get at Joanna Gaines' new bakery! Today was a fun day. @chippergaines A photo posted by Joanna Stevens Gaines (@joannagaines) on Jun 26, 2016 at 4:49pm PDTIn...

I don’t like food that’s too carefully arranged; it makes me think that the chef is spending too much time arranging and not enough time cooking. If I wanted a picture I’d buy a painting.

I come from a family where gravy is considered a beverage.

The only time to eat diet food is while you’re waiting for the steak to cook.

Create Your Favorite Candy Classics at Home

Happy Halloween! At my house, we always have lots of trick or treaters. I love to see the kids in their costumes and so happy when I throw candy into their bags. But Halloween isn't just for kiddos. I thought...

Your body is not a temple, it’s an amusement park. Enjoy the ride.