Food, Recipes & Entertaining

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Not that there's anything wrong with traditional recipes - but let's face it, many of them could use a reboot. The foods that are expected to be on many of our tables at this time of year - turkey, green beans, stuffing and pie - are waiting for you to take them up a notch. Swap out that tired, gooey green bean casserole for sesame ginger green beans. Update that ho-hum roast turkey and roll out honey smoked turkey with black and cayenne pepper instead. The spice experts at Simply Organic have created an infographic to show you some of the possibilities for re-mixing holiday classics. For more ideas and full recipes, visit www.simplyorganic.com/holidays.

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People wait all year to enjoy the distinctive holiday flavors -- so, when you’re planning a holiday menu, be sure to weave them throughout the meal to create a memorable feast that your guests will talk about for years to come.

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(Family Features) One of the most memorable moments at any holiday dinner is when a moist, delicious turkey is brought to the table. Everyone grabs their forks at the sight of a perfectly brown bird glistening with juicy flavor.

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(Family Features) Everyone loves the flavor sage brings to turkey and stuffing - yet there are so many great ways to enjoy this holiday flavor beyond its traditional use.

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(Family Features) Real California Milk wants you to score big with your tailgating fare. Check out this tailgating infographic for popular regional foods and cheese and beer pairings.

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(NAPSI)—As Americans strive to eat healthier and add more fruits and vegetables to their diets, a recently concluded “market basket” study has a simple message for consumers: think frozen.

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(NAPSI)—There’s good news for those who are looking for ways to include avocados in their meal plans, as part of a healthy diet.

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(NAPSI)—For most parents, the holiday season means school’s out and you’re on. Winter vacation can be a great time to find entertaining, even educational things for your kids to do. Here are a few ideas to consider that won’t interfere with the festivities:

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As you plan your holiday menu this season, you may not realize that even your favorite traditional recipes can be easily updated to include more nutritious ingredients. And because vision plays such a critical role not only in enjoying your favorite meals but also in making memories with family and loved ones throughout the holiday season, including foods with benefits specific to eye health can help ensure you can see your best so you don’t miss a thing.

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Different kinds of cinnamon offer different flavor profiles, aromas and uses. Whether ground or in cinnamon stick form, the quality of the cinnamon you choose also has a lot to do with the degree of cinnamon zing you're bringing to a dish, dessert or drink. Here's a handy chart of what you should know about cinnamon from the spice experts at Frontier Natural Products Co-op.

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(Family Features) For many families, the holidays are all about getting together to share old traditions that take place in the kitchen.

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(Family Features) Holiday entertaining is all about food, wine and quality time with family and friends. This year, try a new approach to holiday get-togethers by hosting an hors d’oeuvres party.

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(Family Features) This holiday season, Safeway is making it easier to find the value and assortment you need - whether you're a bake-it-from-scratch baker or love decorating ready-to-bake treats. Because we all know the holidays are always full of gatherings, entertaining, and lots and lots of baking.

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(NAPSI)—An increasing number of Americans are finding that a holiday tradition long popular in the South gets a warm welcome from family and friends everywhere: a succulent turkey, deep-fried in 100 percent peanut oil—the second most popular way to cook the bird.

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(NAPSI)—Here’s a quick tip for a delicious dish: Slow cook your mashed potatoes. Slow cookers save time, energy and space in the kitchen. They’re particularly helpful during holidays, when extra stove top and oven space are in high demand. Slow cookers actually save you time because there’s no need for constant attention or frequent stirring and there’s minimal cleanup.

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(StatePoint) The holidays are all about hearty and delicious meals shared with friends and family. And while those big afternoon and evening meals may get most of the attention, there are many ways to make breakfast more festive without added stress.

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(Family Features) Whether you're hosting a family dinner or making a dessert for a friend's party, bring something special to the holiday table with these amazing dessert recipes. Each delicious bite stars the unique flavor only found in figs.

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(Family Features) Making the decision to eat better doesn’t mean you have to stock your fridge exclusively with carrot sticks and lettuce leaves. There are plenty of healthy and delicious meal options that will have your taste buds cheering.

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Wholly Guacamole brings a whole new dimension of tastiness to this recipe for Grilled Chicken Fettuccini.

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(StatePoint) Each November, Americans travel near and far to gather with their loved ones, reflect on their blessings and give thanks. For most, Thanksgiving is filled with fun, football and -- most importantly -- delicious food. However, for anyone charged with preparing the traditional feast, it can prove to be one of the most stressful days of the year.

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(StatePoint) Sometimes the best presents and the most treasured ornaments aren’t the ones that last a lifetime -- they’re the ones that you can eat!

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(NAPSI)—For a breakfast, brunch or light lunch with a twist, try a decadent French toast stuffed with Brie cheese and duck bacon. Easy to make and elegant to serve, this dish is baked in a hot oven, making it handy for feeding a crowd.

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(StatePoint) Want to be the host with the most this holiday season? Holiday entertaining can be particularly tricky, as everything has to be just right. But you don’t have to let it stress you out, say experts.

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(BPT) - The heart of the holiday season centers around the bonds created during celebrations and traditions – Thanksgiving dinner, cookie exchanges, Christmas and Hanukkah parties and more. These special moments are often created in and around the kitchen. Whether it’s an afternoon spent making holiday cookies or sitting around the table enjoying Grandma’s famous meatballs, there’s something special about quality time spent together preparing for or enjoying seasonal fare.