Slow Cooker Candied Pecans
By Kelly Bogard I love the holidays. The sights and sounds make my days merry and bright. And the aromas! Who can forget about the smells of the holiday. Sweet and spicy smells from the kitchen intermingle with the smells of a cozy, warm fire in the fireplace. Oh, I just melt! Pecans are a staple [...]
Riding the agricultural roller coaster
By Julie Tomascik Up. Down. Around the turn. Fast. Then slow. Each roller coaster ride is a little bit different. And, even if you think you know what’s coming, you’re still in for a bit of a shock. It’s no different in farming and ranching. Each year, farmers and ranchers hop on and hang on. [...]
‘Tis the season for a food thermometer
By Jessica Domel With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, loved ones gathering and kids out of school, it can be easy to overlook even the simplest tasks. I typically forget at least one or two items on the grocery list, for example. We’re pulled in so many directions this time of [...]
Deep-fried Turkey Bites
By Kelly Bogard The biggest food holiday of the year is almost here. My family consumes twice the amount of food on Thanksgiving Day than we normally eat. Turkey, ham, dressing and plenty of fresh veggies. There's always enough for a feast. But plenty of leftovers, too! The go-to at my house the day after is a [...]
How much will Thanksgiving cost?
A time for family, fun and cost-savings. Yup, you read that right. You can carve your Thanksgiving turkey—and eat it, too—without digging deep into your wallet. Because prices are down during this holiday season. For the second year in a row. And shoppers are flooding grocery stores to prep for the holiday feast. Finding those [...]
Baked Apples
By Kelly Bogard The holidays are fast approaching and my kitchen is heating up. In the past week, Butters and I have baked for several different occasions. From cakes to brownies, we have been busy. As I start my Thanksgiving list, I always try to think of something unique I can add to the traditional sweets brought [...]
