It’s the holidays, and throughout the land you can hear the familiar cry: “how do I get it all done?” Lament no more. With these 12 tips, trick and hacks, we’ve got your back. These tips – some very specific, some broad strokes – cover it all. Typical advice for this time of year includes:...
Think beyond the turkey sandwich! (Side note: we do LOVE sandwiches!) Thanksgiving leftovers are a treasure trove of culinary creativity, delectable reinventions if you will. Think cheesy stuffed sandwiches, waffled mashed potatoes and a big stack of sweet potato pancakes. These inventive dishes extend the holiday joy and keep the flavors of Thanksgiving alive well...
Listen to Day 1 Thanksgiving Countdown tips on Smidgen Podcast Thanksgiving is tomorrow! It’s Wednesday, friends! All the prep work will be oh so appreciated tomorrow, but today is about most folks’ favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal: the side dishes. Our tasks today, 1 day until Thanksgiving, is to work on the Thanksgiving sides: Ciabatta...
Quick breads are moist, tender treats, leavened without yeast – baking powder gives them lift and baking soda helps them brown and crisp. The flavor possibilities are endless. From banana to pumpkin to lemon, quick breads are perfect for any time of year. Pop one in the oven today! Here’s our Quick Bread Roundup of...
Listen to Smidgen: What’s the best way to cook turkey this Thanksgiving? You know the scene. It’s Thanksgiving, and your family is in awe of your culinary prowess as you pull a perfectly roasted turkey from the oven. Golden brown and juicy and ready to be the star of the show. Or is it? Let’s...
Granny Smith. Honeycrisp. Pink Lady. We love them all! Apple recipes epitomize the essence of fall. The crisp, sweet-tart fruit complements the season’s cozy vibe, whether in comforting pies, spiced ciders, or caramel-dipped treats. From savory stuffings to warm cinnamon and nutmeg studded desserts, apple recipes are a delicious way to savor autumn’s abundant harvest...
Hobbit Day, celebrating the birthdays of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, is a charming escape into the enchanting world of Middle-earth. Embracing this day honors imagination, camaraderie, and the joy of simple pleasures. It’s a delightful reminder to relish life’s adventures, no matter how small or grand. For all our hobbit fans, here are...
Listen to Smidgen: Easy Back-to-School Dinner Ideas: 5 Quick Meals Ready in Under 30 Minutes When it comes to quick and easy meal ideas for busy weeknights, there are lots of possibilities. From quick-cooking shrimp to finessing a rotisserie chicken, these 30 minute meals are perfect for busy families with hectic schedules. Here are five...
Listen to Smidgen: 4 Sweet Recipes for Cooking with Honey Honey. Awwww, sugar, sugar. Now, with that 1969 Archies classic planted in your head, let’s talk about the sweet stuff. Honey that bees produce can do more than just sweeten your tea. We get so many questions about local honey – and that’s a good...
Poultry Seasoning is a spice blend that often gets lumped into the single spice pantry staple category. That’s because Poultry Seasoning was one of the very first spice blends that achieved widespread popularity. In the “modern” kitchen of the 1950’s and 1960’s, poultry seasoning would have been found in spice racks alongside salt, pepper, paprika...