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Butterfinger Cupcakes Are Beyond Delicious

Posted by Julie Ryan Evans
on Feb 14, 2012 at 8:00 AM
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Butterfinger CupcakesThanks to the cupcake revolution in recent years, there are plenty of tasty cupcakes out there to choose from. But these Butterfinger cupcakes deserve a category of their own. Maybe one titled -- mostly insanely delicious treats you will ever ingest. They're that good.

The recipe is from Steph at Plain Chicken. She re-created the recipe after tasting something similar at Disney World. They are simply amazing. Filled with fudge, topped with frosting, then dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with candy crumbs, they will not disappoint. Just look at that picture, and tell me you can't wait to whip up a batch yourself. They're a sweet ending to a Valentine's Day meal, or any meal, anytime.

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7 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Treats You’ll Love

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 13, 2012 at 7:41 PM
Valentine's Day Guide

chocolate mousseValentine's Day is tomorrow and you're all ready with your homemade chocolate truffles and pink frosted heart cookies and your red velvet cupcakes, right? NO?!? Yeah, me neither. I spent the weekend running errands, cleaning the bathroom, and trying to sort out our growing pile of mis-matched socks.

But it's not too late, would-be Valentiners! I've compiled here for you some fun, super-easy Valentines food treats to dazzle your hungry loved ones. Here's some breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, and a luscious dessert with just 2 ingredients.

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Vanilla Bean & Cherry Swirled Icebox Cookies for Your Valentines

Posted by Julie Ryan Evans
on Feb 11, 2012 at 8:00 AM
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icebox cookiesLooking for something sweet for the sweeties in your life as Valentine's Day approaches? Look no further than these delicious and lovely vanilla bean and cherry swirled icebox cookies.

From Shugary Sweets, they combine two doughs -- one a vanilla, sugar-cookie-like dough, and the other with a subtle touch of cherry flavor. Rolled together, they're both pretty and delicious. As she noted on her blog, next time she would perhaps add a hint of red food coloring to make the colors pop just a little more, and I agree they can use just a slight boost from it. It's also a great recipe to double, as you can keep the dough in the freezer, then just slice and bake for fresh, warm cookies anytime.

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Red Velvet Waffles With Cream Cheese Frosting

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 10, 2012 at 11:15 AM
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red velvet wafflesWhat to make for breakfast on Valentine's Day? Red velvet cupcakes would be divine -- but if that's a little too decadent for you, how about red velvet waffles! And you might as well add some protein with some cream cheese frosting and a handful of pecans, right? I think I'm in love with this breakfast. 

Readers, I give you the red velvet waffle with cream cheese frosting. It's red and valentine-y, it's sweet, and it will love you on the 14th. Those of you who do not have waffle irons, make these red velvet pancakes and the frosting recipe below. The rest of you, fire up those irons!

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3 Easy Recipes to Keep American Families Cooking

Posted by April Peveteaux
on Feb 8, 2012 at 4:30 PM

easy recipes cooking at homeHere's the good news, people: Low- and middle-income Americans are cooking at home more and more often. Additionally, these same families are putting a value on healthy food and cooking up healthy meals for everyone the majority of the time, food deserts be damned. While we usually talk about the opposite -- the ease of low- and middle-income families picking up fast food instead of cooking at home -- these numbers show a different story.

Perhaps we can thank the food revolution that's been going on in this country for this turnaround, as now 78 percent of the surveyed families reported cooking and eating meals at home at least five nights a week. At least four of those meals were made from scratch, and 85 percent of the respondents reported that eating healthy was extremely important to them.

Way to go, America! Doing our part to keep this upward trend heading in the right direction, here are three easy, healthy meals you can make for not so much cash.

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Surprise Your Meat-Loving Valentine With Beef Jerky Edible Underwear

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 8, 2012 at 2:02 PM

diy brief jerky edible underwearIt's just what the love in your life wants: Beef jerky underwear. SSSSSomeone say SSSSexy meat underthings? OH YEAH, come and get it! I got your sausage right here. You'll be eating it all niii--

Oh my heavens, I seem to have gotten carried away. How embarrassing. I blush! But there's just something so inspiring about this DIY tutorial on making your own "brief" jerky edible underwear. Don't you think?

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9 Secrets to Perfect Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 8, 2012 at 10:47 AM
Valentine's Day Guide

chocolate-covered strawberriesNothing says Valentine's Day like chocolate-covered strawberries! Those red, heart-shaped fruits, that melted chocolate, together in one sweet, scrumptious bite. They're undeniable. But if you've ever tried making them, you may have discovered there are a few tricks to getting them right without ending up with a weird, lumpy, melted chocolate mess.

But don't worry. You can do this! Here are 9 tips to making your chocolate-covered strawberry dreams come true.

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Sensational Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken With Pasta

Posted by Julie Ryan Evans
on Feb 7, 2012 at 9:40 AM
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Salsa ChickenMy love affair with my slow cooker, or crock pot if you will, has continued to grow since I first bought one last year. I still marvel out how I managed to get dinner on the table for all of those years without one. It's just so easy, and there are so many ways to use it. This crock pot chicken salsa is a great way to do so.

From the blog Whisk and a Prayer, it combines just a few ingredients to make a sensational meal. Served over some whole wheat pasta with a little cheese and sour cream on top, it's a zesty, savory dish perfect for any night of the week. I also like the mixture rolled up in tortillas. The best part is you don't even have to defrost the chicken breasts -- you just put them in frozen. Talk about easy.

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Slow-Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Over Rice

Posted by Julie Ryan Evans
on Feb 4, 2012 at 8:00 AM
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Hawaiian ChickenThis is about the time of year when a getaway to a tropical destination like Hawaii sounds better than ever to bust the winter blues. For most of us, such a budget-busting trip isn't a possibility (sigh), but that doesn't mean we can't dream ... and dine on some Hawaiian-inspired cuisine while we do.

This Hawaiian chicken over rice I found at Like Mother, Like Daughter - Food is made in a slower cooker so it's easy and delicious. With pineapple and a sweet and tangy sauce, the chicken is tender and tasty. Kids love it, and it's great as leftovers as well -- if there's any left. Aloha!

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Buffalo Wings to Spice Up Your Super Bowl Party

Posted by Adriana Velez
on Feb 3, 2012 at 1:17 PM
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buffalowingsLast week we told you who you can call to have chicken wings delivered to your door on Super Bowl Sunday. But a lot of you said, Delivery?!? Honey, I make my own! Well, good for you! In fact, I think I may try making Buffalo wings for the very first time myself. Here's a recipe that looks like it delivers the tart and the flames I want out of my hot wings.

This recipe is based on the wings at Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York. How's that for authentic? Then turn on your ovens, Super Bowl Fans, cause these wings are HOT!

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