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Overnight gingerbread oatmeal recipe

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When it’s cold outside, it can be hard to leave the comfort and warmth of those blankets. But with a big bowl of gingerbread oatmeal waiting for you, you won’t be able to wait until morning. This slow cooker oatmeal is an easy make-ahead option for mornings because you can set it the night before and have it ready by morning. The smell alone will have you leaping out of bed. Oatmeal keeps well too, so individually portion out the leftovers, and microwave it all week long for a practical, healthy and fun breakfast Monday through Friday. Whether you make this gingerbread oatmeal for Christmas morning or make a big batch for a snowy winter Sunday brunch, it’s sure to be a hit. Oatmeal is naturally heart-healthy so it’s a nutritious way to start any day — just choose your toppings wisely. Walnuts and a touch of whipped cream is way better than loads of butter.…

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Molasses sandwich cookies with eggnog buttercream

Molasses sandwich cookies with eggnog buttercream

Molasses cookies are a holiday must-have, and for most households, so is eggnog. Combine these two classic Christmas season flavors into one delicious sandwich cookie. The sweet, creamy frosting pairs perfectly with the dark molasses and warm winter spices. If you’re looking for a cookie everyone knows and loves, but you want to add a unique twist, this might just be your winner. Plus, who doesn’t love a cookie where you technically get two! Molasses cookies with eggnog buttercream Makes about 24 sandwiches Cookie Ingredients  2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tbsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp salt 2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 allspice 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper 1 1/2 sticks of butter, room temperature 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup molasses, non-blackstrap 1 egg 1/2 cup white sugar for rolling cookies, in small bowl Icing Ingredients  6 tbsp butter, room temperature 2…

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Delightfully crispy apple cinnamon chips

Delightfully crispy apple cinnamon chips

Apple cinnamon chips take such little effort, I’m not entirely sure why I haven’t tried to make them before. I guess because I usually try to stay away from dehydrating foods. The thought of leaving my oven on for eight hours makes me (irrationally) nervous, but these take just about two hours. I can deal with that. And to maximize the oven’s energy, you can load up as many cookie sheets or baking dishes with apple slices as you can fit. I had a whole bag of apples left that were originally intended for more apple sauce, but I was feeling more creative than that. I washed and sliced up my mixed bag of apples, coated them with cinnamon and a hint of sugar, and popped them in the oven. These chips are a naturally healthy snack. For a completely guilt-free chip, leave off the sugar. Seriously. They’re tasty and sweet as-is. You’ll love them…

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Sweet potato bites big on flavor

Little sweet potato bites big on flavor

If you’re a fan of the Thanksgiving sweet potato casserole — that delicious dessert disguised as a vegetable — you’ll go crazy for these cute, bite-sized sweet potato appetizers. Serve them before dinner or alongside it for an updated take on this old-fashioned favorite. Cook time is almost no time, so you can serve these hot whenever you would like. This recipe is so simple, you might even make them beyond Thanksgiving day. Just wash and slice one or two medium-sized sweet potatoes. Cook. Top with  marshmallow pieces, pecans, cinnamon and syrup and enjoy. It tastes just like the real thing — but everyone knows finger foods are so much more fun. Sweet potato bites Serves 4-6 as an appetizer Ingredients 2 medium thickness sweet potatoes about 7-8 large marshmallows (cut in thirds) cooking spray 20-30 pecan halves 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 3 tbsp maple syrup Directions Preheat oven to 400ºF. Coat baking dish…

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Pumpkin pie milkshake recipe

pumpkin pie milkshake

Fall temperatures don’t exactly scream ice cream, but this milkshake is pure pumpkin bliss. It’s like pumpkin pie in a glass, but better. This creamy concoction is perfect to whip up when you have a bit of purée left over from baking a pie. It only takes a few tablespoons of the canned purée, along with some cinnamon, cloves and other classic fall spices to replicate the most awesome of all autumn desserts. So break out the blender for this delicious holiday indulgence. Pumpkin pie milkshake Serves 2 Ingredients 2 1/4 cups of vanilla ice cream 1 cup skim milk (or your preferred milk) 4 tbsp pumpkin purée 1/4 tsp nutmeg 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp allspice 1/4 tsp ground cloves whipped cream for topping Directions I’ve make this milkshake at least 20 times. Let me recommend two options: 1. The first option, you’re going to put all of these ingredients (except for the whipped cream)…

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Roasted Brussels sprouts with pecans, squash and cranberries

Roasted Brussels sprouts with pecans and cranberriesMeghan Rodgers

Think you don’t like Brussels sprouts? This recipe will change your mind. Brussels sprouts have made a major comeback, and for a good reason. They’re loaded with vitamin C, antioxidants, folate and fiber that will help keep you full and regular while lowering your change of heart disease and stroke. But if all you’ve had are mushy green sprouts soaking in some flavorless liquid, no wonder you don’t list them among your favorite foods. The key to enjoying brussels is the texture acquired while roasting. Brussels have thin leaves that become addictively crispy when done right — like a more filling kale chip. Blanching brussels first allows you to roast them at a higher temperature and achieve maximum crispiness. This gluten-free, vegetarian side dish of Brussels sprouts, cinnamon, squash, cranberries and pecans is a perfect addition to the Thanksgiving table — or any table. Brussels Sprouts salad with fall…

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Pumpkin Spice White Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Sometimes store bought cookies look so good that you can’t pass them up. I bought a dozen pumpkin spice white chocolate chip cookies the other day. They were so tempting, I had to have one in the car before I even made it home. But that’s where the excitement ended. The cookies barely had any spice flavoring to them, and they were greasy on the bottom. Not even milk could make it right. So, I set out to make a better version on my own. Try this recipe if you like your pumpkin spice cookies to have tons of cinnamon and clove flavor along side the smooth white chocolate, and just say “no” to bad store bought pumpkin spice cookies. Pumpkin Spice White Chocolate Chip Cookies Makes about 3 dozen small cookies, or 18 large cookies Ingredients 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour 1 cup canned pumpkin 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips 1…

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20 delicious ways to eat apple pie this fall

Alternative apple pie ideas include these delicious apple pie crescent rolls.Sugar Apron

If you like to bake, the first signs of cool, crisp fall air will have you running back inside to your beloved kitchen. Like most Americans, an apple pie is a must-make, but this year, consider mixing things up a bit with one of these creative takes on the classic apple pie.  Whether it’s apple pie cupcakes, cookies or sangria, you really can’t go wrong with the flavors of apple and cinnamon. SKILLET APPLE PIE BISCUITS Warm and gooey. Just like the original. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/404127766545571672/ Mini apple pies in apples When all you want is the juicy fruit filling and a teeny bit of crust. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/79376012155057357/ Apple Pie Protein smoothie You’re going to need something to wash down all that apple pie. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/AR59x7aW8EoOwipTjR8b2vxrgJ2RzFqE5RUMWmGq9Vw8Y1DY2z8iImw/ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/265993921717590793/ Apple pie sangria Maybe you prefer to wash it down with something a little more adult. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/181481059962210953/ apple pie monkey bread Apple pie you could eat with your…

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Homemade horchata adds authenticity to your Cinco de Mayo feast

In the Southwest, horchata is sold in convenience stores right alongside Coca-a-Cola. It’s sold in strip malls, Mexican taquerias and even makes a regular appearance at simple family gatherings. But I must admit, growing up in the Northeast, I was too long sheltered from the taste of this sweet, cinnamon-laden Mexican rice milk. I now order the creamy, cinnamon bespeckled beverage every chance I get, and rarely have I had a Northern friend in my presence who has tried it before. I encourage them to take a taste, and they are instantly hooked. Here’s my recipe for homemade horchata because sometimes in the Northeast, it’s just too long before you can find the good stuff. Double (or triple!) the recipe, and serve this up at your Cinco de Mayo feast for a taste of authenticity. Horchata Serves 6 Ingredients 1 1/3 cup uncooked long-grain white rice 2 cinnamon sticks 4 cups water, divided evenly in 2 2 cups milk (I…

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Celebrate with cinnamon swirl pancakes on National Pancake Day

Celebrate with cinnamon swirl pancakes on national pancake day by Everybody CravesImage credit: Meghan Rodgers

Today is National Pancake Day, and IHOP is serving up a free buttermilk stack for customers at restaurants around the country from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. “In return, we ask that you make a donation to our charitable partners,” IHOP said on its website. IHOP will donate money from National Pancake Day to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Shriners Hospitals for Children and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The event is 11 years running and has raised more than $24 million for charity. If you can’t make it to IHOP, or don’t have one nearby, try this fun recipe at home for breakfast, lunch, dinner — or all three. After all, it is National Pancake Day. But then consider making a donation to your favorite charity because any day is a good day to do a good deed. INGREDIENTS: Pancakes: 1 cup Buckwheat Flour (I like Bob’s Red Mill Pancake and Waffle Mix) 1…

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