November 2008

Beer and Food Pairings for Any Occasion

Beer PairingsAs the holidays near, you're probably stocking up on wine to serve at family gatherings, to give as hostess gifts and to cook with.

But don't forget about the versatility of a good brew.

Beer can pair beautifully with a wide array of dishes, and with nearly 13,000 labels of beer on the market, there's something for everyone.

Easy Entertaining: Brie Pairings

President Brie LogCheese platters always make an elegant and well-received prelude to any dinner party. They can be easy on the host or hostess, too.

We recently discovered a rather nifty new brie that lends itself to creative presentation without a lot of fuss.

Ensure Your Oven's Best Performance

Oven PerformanceWinter weather has us all spending more time indoors and it's a great time to do some baking.

Monitoring your oven's performance ahead of time can prevent the disappointment of that underdone cake or over-baked cookie and ensure that your baked goods and oven meals come out the way you intended.

Thanksgiving For A Small Group

Thanksgiving For A Small GroupIf you come from a small family or members of your extended family just aren't available for Thanksgiving dinner, you can still enjoy a traditional holiday feast without going overboard. We've put together a Thanksgiving menu for a small group that won't keep you chained to the kitchen for days or leave you eating leftovers until Christmas.

Trivial Turkey Tidbits

According to the National Turkey Federation, nearly eighty-eight percent of Americans eat turkey on Thanksgiving day. That translates to about 46 million turkeys total, not to mention that another 22 million will be eaten at Christmas.

Make Your Own "Instant" Oatmeal ~ Money Saver

Make Your Own Save money by making your own flavored "instant" oatmeal instead of buying pre-packaged.