On Hanukkah is it customary to eat foods that are fried in oil. The fried foods custom recalls the miracle of Hanukkah, which centered around oil (one cruse lasting for eight days). Latkes (fried potato pancakes) are traditional, topped with applesauce or sour cream, but there are many creative variations to…
By Family Features | Contributor Starting with parades and ending with family meals, Thanksgiving provides all-day opportunities for celebrating life’s special moments with those nearest and dearest to your heart. Waking up to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a tradition that brings smiles and happiness for many families,…
By Family Features For a frighteningly fun time in the kitchen this Halloween, gather your family around the cauldron to create a sweet, spooky dessert. Tricks and treats may provide thrills, but a homemade concoction can be the star of your hauntingly happy evening. This Ghostly Graveyard Cake takes imagination…
By MilkMeansMore.Org | Contributor This simple yet flavorful recipe from Milk Means More call for limited instructions and ingredients lists fueled by dairy favorites that provide nutrients to recharge the entire family. Pork Chops in Creamy Mustard-Peppercorn Sauce feature the sharp yet balanced taste of mustard and cracked black peppercorns…
By Family Features | Contributor From watching scary movies to dressing up as ghouls and goblins, spooky season means it’s time to pop up your loved ones’ favorite snacks for a ghostly good time. Before heading out to trick-or-treat, gather your minions in the kitchen for some family-friendly fun crafting these…
By Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN, Culinary Dietitian, MilkMeansMore.Org | Contributor This simple, flavorful recipe from Milk Means More is easy to prepare and provides nutrients to recharge the entire family. For a tasty twist on Taco Tuesday, “beat the clock” with Roasted Chicken and Zucchini Tostadas by crisping corn tortillas…
By Family Features | Contributor From kickoff to the final whistle, taking your game day party to the next level starts with serving an all-star lineup of menu items. From starting-caliber appetizers to MVP-level main courses and a supporting cast of side dishes, dips like salsa and hummus can play the role…
Stretch Your Grocery Budget with a Savory Solution By Family Features | Contributor In today’s world, grocery shopping can seem more like a burden than an opportunity to gather supplies for your family’s favorite meals. With prices of everyday ingredients fluctuating almost daily, it’s important for many families to make…
Try out this immunity-boosting recipe! Recipe courtesy of Healthy Family Project Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Servings: 4 2 russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes cold water 2 cups broccoli florets 1 large egg 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Preheat oven to 400 F….