Here comes the holiday gorge! For those of us who are either trying to be healthy or on a restrictive diet, this is the most challenging time of the year. Albeit wonderful, joyful, and fat-full. If you're on a gluten-free diet, you may think that means skipping the stuffing. But oh no, my fellow wheat-avoiding foodies. There are ways of indulging in all the goodies without all of those things that are bad for you. Many, many, delicious ways.

Let's start with the most amazing stuffing you'll ever eat -- the gluten-free part is simply a bonus. While chorizo is basically the best sausage ever, I used an andouille to give mine a Cajun kick. Choose the sausage the love, and enjoy this original, super yum, gluten-free stuffing on Thanksgiving.

We've seen a lot of spooky, creepy, and downright icky-looking Halloween recipes this year. I don't know about you, but as much as I love the spirit of the season, sometimes I want a goodie that's only "evil" in the amount of calories and fat it has! And that's exactly what these bat cupcakes are. They're incredibly delectable. I mean, they're frosted with homemade orange buttercream frosting. Deeeelish! Oh, and they're adorable to boot. How can you resist?!

Halloween used to be just for kids, but now it's as much an adult celebration as a kid one. After all, why should the littles have all the fun?

Funny costumes are especially cool and can often be made with stuff you have around the house. Showcase your sense of humor and your creativity with these hilarious costume ideas, straight from the people who wore them first.

"I was a Twister mat. I glued round pieces of colored felt onto white sweatpants and a white t-shirt. I hadn't really thought it through. You wouldn't believe how many people want to put 'right hand on yellow.'"

The 2012 presidential debates are here! The presidential debates are here! Are you planning to watch? You could watch them alone and shout at your television in privacy. Hey, that's cool. Do it all the time myself. But isn't it even more fun if you have a few friends over? I think a debate party is in order.

We've given you ideas for Republican-themed food and drinks and a Democrat-themed menu. But let's amp up the fun even more with some ideas for games, themes, and more.

The first presidential debate is less than a week away. Are you excited? Planning on having a few friends over to cheer on your favorite candidates?

Here are a few food and drink ideas to please the palates of your favorite Republicans. And we've got a menu for your Democrat friends, too. Stay tuned tomorrow for even more debate party ideas.

Are you ready for the first presidential debate on Wednesday? Why not turn the evening into a party -- have a few friends over, put out a little spread, mix up a few drinks. I mean, debates can get a little dry sometimes. But not if you're watching with your crew!

We've pulled together a few food and drink ideas with a Democrat slant. But don't worry, Romney supporters. We've got some fun Republican party ideas for you, too.

In the meantime, feast your ideas on these blue-state snacks and drinks. We think President Obama would approve -- but would the health-minded First Lady?

When I heard there was a Pippa Middleton party book I got all excited. Finally, the secret to getting into debauched costumed bacchanalias with French millionaires and dwarfs revealed! OUI. But non. It is not that kind of party book. I put down my powdered wig and sequined thong with a sigh.

No, Pippa Middleton's new party book is a respectable tome called Celebrate: A Year of Festivities for Families and Friends. No mention of strippers anywhere on the cover. Instead, it's "a comprehensive guide to simple and creative entertaining." BuzzFeed says the cover looks like a Pinterest board and they're right. But what else is in the book?

If I had to choose food from only one course for the rest of my life, I wouldn't hesitate in choosing appetizers. Diverse and delicious, they are the foundation of a good party, and I collect recipes for them with fervency. This one for roasted tomato and brie dip is taking its rightful place at the top of my recipe heap these days, as it's amazing.

The recipe is from Wanna Be a Country Cleaver, and she calls it "crack". I don't disagree; it's completely addictive. You start with incredibly flavorful roasted tomatoes then combine them with creamy brie, an array of delectable spices, and some cream cheese, then bake it all into one bubbly, cheesy pan of deliciousness. Spread it on a baguette, and it's heavenly.