Innholdsfortegnelse for November/December 2023 i Good Housekeeping

KALE & PEAR SALAD Heat oven to 450°F. On rimmed baking sheet, toss 1 delicata squash (seeded and sliced into ½-in.-thick half-moons) with 2 tsp olive oil and ¼ tsp kosher salt. Roast, flipping halfway through, until tender, 15 to 18 min. In large bowl, whisk 1½ Tbsp each fresh lemon juice and oil, 1 tsp each Dijon mustard and pure maple syrup and ¼ tsp each salt and pepper. Add 12 oz lacinato kale, 1 pear and ¼ cup smoked almonds (all chopped). Toss with roasted squash. PARMESAN SQUASH RINGS Heat oven to 425°F. In shallow bowl, stir together 2 tsp za’atar, ½ tsp kosher salt, ¼ tsp pepper and ⅓ cup olive oil. In second shallow bowl, place 1¼ cups grated Parmesan cheese. Dip 2 delicata squash (about…

Scent Stars 1. BODY GLOW A fresh way to wear fragrance, this opulent body gel scents skin with a classic, sophisticated floral-musk aroma, softens it with glycerin and makes it gleam thanks to pearlescent particles. CHANEL COCO MADEMOISELLE PEARLY BODY GEL, $100, CHANEL.COM 2. RICH SUDS This jewel-esque ornament holds a gold-flecked bodywash perfumed with juicy citrus and warm spices (cinnamon, nutmeg) to bring a little holiday spirit to your shower. MOLTON BROWN MARVELLOUS MANDARIN & SPICE FESTIVE BAUBLE, $19, MOLTONBROWN.COM 3. LIQUID GOLD The iconic Dior J’adore perfume gets a couture transformation via concentrated, powerful notes of jasmine, rose and orange blossom in a sculptural bottle adorned with a golden “necklace.” DIOR L’OR DE J’ADORE, $170, DIOR.COM 4. BOTTLED BOUQUET Treat a flower lover to this vibrant fragrance, an…

Is it possible to fully straighten your hair without heat? Not entirely, unless your strands are fairly straight to begin with, pros say. But you can get a sleeker look using rollers. For the heatless “roller trick,” use large Velcro or plastic rollers, advises Olivia Thompson, a hairstylist and Joico brand storyteller in Fort Lauderdale, FL. “The bigger the roller, the smoother your hair will get,” she says. Here’s how: 1 Set up. Thoroughly towel-dry your hair, then glide on an air-dry styling cream and comb through to distribute the product evenly and detangle strands before styling. 2 Section strands. Divide hair into large two- to three-inch pieces (you’ll need one roller for each). “The number of sections you’ll need depends on the thickness of your hair and the size of the…

Couples Stephanie and Mike Lanzerotti and Melly Gonzalez De Acevedo and Cody Epperson have the kind of friendship it’s a dream to develop, especially as adults: The men became close while working together as engineers, and their wives quickly bonded in their own right. Soon the four were nearly inseparable — they went on vacation together, got to know one another’s families and were privy to one another’s joys and heartbreaks. But in the fall of 2021, Melly and Cody offered a gift Stephanie and Mike had never expected — one that would change the course of all their lives. A Surprising Offer Stephanie and Mike got married in 2016 and “spent a year loving being newlyweds,” Stephanie says. The Cincinnati couple were having a great time traveling, going out…

JANUARY The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff FEBRUARY Someone Else’s Shoes by Jojo Moyes MARCH A Small Sacrifice for an Enormous Happiness by Jai Chakrabarti APRIL Hang the Moon by Jeannette Walls MAY The Last Animal by Ramona Ausubel JUNE The Celebrants by Steven Rowley JULY Holding Pattern by Jenny Xie AUGUST To Have and to Heist by Sara Desai SEPTEMBER A Council of Dolls by Mona Susan Power OCTOBER Land of Milk and Honey by C Pam Zhang…

Crammed vitamin aisles at local drugstores…social media ads hawking trendy powders and elixirs…websites devoted to delivering gummies, multis and capsules with a simple click. Making sense of all these nutrients, herbs and compounds can be overwhelming and confusing—there are just so many! The industry is projected to be worth nearly $200 billion worldwide by 2025, according to a recent report in the American Medical Association Journal of Ethics. To help you navigate the supplement section, here are some of the biggest vitamin and supplement must-knows so you can feel confident in choosing the right one for you. Eat, don’t just pop. Multivitamins won’t counteract a poor diet. “People forget that they are supposed to supplement food, not replace it,” says Monica Auslander Moreno, R.D.N., lead dietitian of Essence Nutrition in…

“It’s good to see more high-quality products being made again. That’s one of the keys to being truly sustainable.”—Nicole Papantoniou “It’s fascinating to see how many new products are automating tasks I once did by hand, from growing herbs to making pour-over coffee.”—Eva Bleyer “We tested a lot of on-the-go coffee and tea products that really factor in what it means to travel with a beverage.”—Sarah Wharton “I think we’ll continue to see more multifunctional products like the many we tested for these awards.”—Jamie Ueda “Tea dates back to ancient times, but the unique use of ingredients and sustainable sourcing makes it feel new again.”—Stefani Sassos “It’s amazing to see how kitchen tools and brands are meeting consumers exactly where they want to be.”—Kate Merker “The tea submissions were in…

Magical Microwave Bowls The microwave isn’t just for reheating—you can cook almost anything in it, from eggs and grains to proteins and dessert. And this glass cookware set from Anyday can help. It comes complete with different sizes of dishes and flat lids that can be vented. LAB RESULTS GH kitchen product analysts continue to find unique ways to use this set, including frying shallots and toasting nuts. It also performs well when cooking rice and veggies, saving tons of time. Bonus: The set is easy to clean and can be used for storing food as well. ANYDAY THE COMPLETE SET, $170 Pro Power Carbon steel pans are becoming more and more popular. Like cast iron, they get hot and develop a nonstick patina over time, but they weigh less.…

Silky Nondairy Creamer Alternative milks can be thin and hard to blend in, but Barista Blend oat milk from Califia Farms is creamy and froths well, and it has a subtle vanilla flavor. LAB RESULTS Home testers liked the flavor and commented that it didn’t taste artificial. One tester even used it in oatmeal. CALIFIA FARMS VANILLA OAT BARISTA BLEND, $4.50 Sweet Treat This creamer is made with a by-product of Chobani’s yogurt-making process—natural cream—blended with real milk and sweetened with cane sugar. LAB RESULTS This creamer converted at least two Lab testers who normally drank their coffee black. One tester described it as “rich and tasty”; another said they would “definitely purchase it in the future.” CHOBANI COFFEE CREAMER IN SWEET CREAM, $5.50 It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere Go on, add…

Thanksgiving MENU Starts on p.145 Air Fryer Turkey Breast & Gravy Apple-Chestnut Stuffing Tarragon Green Beans Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies Friendsgiving MENU Starts on p.146 Puttanesca Polenta Bake Skillet Cheeseburger Hot Dish Cinnamon-Scented Icebox Cake Friends + Neighbors HOLIDAY DROP-IN SHOWSTOPPING CHARCUTERIE BOARD Christmas DINNER MENU Starts on p.145 Dijon and Green Peppercorn–Crusted Standing Rib Roast Winter Green Salad Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Crisps Holiday MOVIE NIGHT Snow Day New Year’s Eve Go to goodhousekeeping.com/holiday-movies-2023 for a list of our favorites!…

WHAT IS YUZU? The tangerine-size fruit is similar to a lemon but even more tart, with a slightly floral, aromatic flavor. Find the fresh citrus in Japanese markets and at specialty grocers, or pick up a bottle of the pure juice. SWEET TRADITION These buttery, spiced cookies are popular around the holidays in Belgium and the Netherlands. Historically, children left their shoes out the night before St. Nicholas Day and woke to find them filled with speculoos among other gifts. SHAPE SHIFTER Unlike scooped or sliced cookies, these are formed using a piping bag, allowing for a variety of easy-to-make designs. Be sure to use a piping tip large enough to accommodate the thick dough (we used size 8B).…

Upcycled Bottle Candleholders p. 37 1. Clean glass bottles and remove labels. Place evergreens inside and fill with water. Feel free to add a few fresh cranberries for a pop of color. 2. Rub sticky candle wax on the bottoms of taper candles and place in bottle openings. (If a candle doesn’t fit into the opening, carve away excess wax until it fits securely.) 3. Replace the water every few days to keep greens looking fresh. Never leave a lit candle unattended. Fall-to-Winter Wreath p. 32 1. Begin with a base wreath. Clip branches of faux and dried foliage and flowers, then wire the branches together to create small bundles. (We love the variety of base wreaths and foliage at afloral.com.) 2. Lay bundles on the evergreen wreath, following the direction…

THE FIRST TIME I PROPERLY CELEBRATED AMERICAN THANKSGIVING was not that long ago. As a U.S. citizen who grew up in another country (where we carve our turkeys and offer up thanks in early October), I was excited to join my American cousins and get the full experience. Because many of them live in Houston, my excursion also entailed a big Tex-Mex night out and a trip to their favorite BBQ joint. But on the big day it was all football, turkey, vegetable casseroles and more stuffing than I’d ever seen — plus, a counter full of delicious pies! Since moving back to the States, I now celebrate two Thanksgivings. Sometimes at our home in the Northeast, sometimes down the street at a neighbor’s, occasionally in Canada…and a couple of…

@APRILFRANZINO Q How do I find a red lipstick that looks good on me? — LIZ B. A: Nothing says “festive” like red lips–but wearing the bold color can be tricky. To identify your best match, first choose your desired formula: Pick a matte lipstick if you prefer a muted look, a shine finish if you like a glossier effect (or if your lips tend to be dry, as this is more softening) and a satin finish if you gravitate toward something in the middle with a hint of shimmer. To zero in on your most flattering color, consider your skin tone: “If your skin is fair, opt for a cherry red hue with blue undertones; for medium or olive skin, go with an orangey red; and try a deeper…

PRESENTED BY: GINGERBREAD MEN COOKIES Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Serving Size: One 4 ½-inch cookie | Calories: 120 INGREDIENTS 3 cups all-purpose flour½ tsp baking soda¼ tsp baking powder½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter½ cup Truvia® Sweet Complete® Granulated All-Purpose Sweetener2 tsp ground ginger2 tsp ground cinnamon¾ tsp ground cloves½ tsp finely ground pepper¾ tsp coarse salt1 large egg½ cup unsulfured molasses DIRECTIONS 1. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a large bowl. Set aside. 2. Place butter and Truvia® Sweet Complete® Granulated All-Purpose Sweetener in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix on medium speed until fluffy. Mix in spices and salt, then egg and molasses. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture, mix until…

Separate rooms with a peninsula. The homeowners enjoy entertaining, so designer Candace Shure ditched the kitchen’s previous galley layout. She removed the wall between the kitchen and the dining area and installed an L-shaped counter that could be used as a serving area. “We painted it black to create a visual break between the two spaces,” Shure says. Embrace dark curtains. The couple, who share a 1-year-old and have a baby on the way, tend toward neutrals, so Shure chose dark drapery rods and window treatments to introduce depth and contrast. “We also punctuated the space with found objects and antiques in darker tones,” she says. ADD TILE TO AN ORIGINAL FIREPLACE. “To give the room’s focal point more presence, we widened the footprint and replaced stone with decorative tiling,”…

BEST SCIENCE FICTION The Future by Naomi Alderman In this all-too-prescient dystopian novel, two women may hold the keys to the end of the world: a famous survivalist on the run from assassination and a former cult member whose apocalyptic warnings are starting to come true. This is a story about money and power and how both can corrupt us or set us free. Clear your weekend for a compelling one-sitting read. $29 BEST CAMPUS DRAMA I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai A murder at a New Hampshire boarding school, a student-turned-podcast-host, a guest professor who can’t help digging up long-buried secrets and all the fallout that results—this thriller features gripping suspense, sketchy moral codes and a little ’90s nostalgia. $28 BEST GHOST STORIES Never Whistle at…

When you think of the kind of person you are, do you see yourself as an ambitious go-getter for whom failure is not an option? Maybe you view yourself as a low-key person who doesn’t like the spotlight. Or is I never quit, even when things get hard or Always up for a fun adventure! how you tend to characterize yourself? Even if your answer is “None of the above,” consciously or not, we all have beliefs about who we are that are based on our behaviors, abilities, feelings and personality characteristics as well as on how others see and respond to us. Over the decades, our views of who we are become as solid as clay that has dried in the sun. This is what psychologists call self-concept—a reflection…

@STEFANISASSOS Q How do I eat to keep my blood sugar in check? — KIM H. A: Much of what you eat raises your blood sugar levels—it’s what should happen as your body turns the food into fuel. But certain foods (think highly refined carbs like white bread, pasta and candy) digest quickly and can cause a sharp spike in blood sugar followed by a crash, leaving you drained and lethargic. Fiber-rich carbs like veggies, fruits and whole grains are more blood sugar–friendly, as they digest slowly. Even better, pair a nutrient-dense carb with a protein or a healthy fat — e.g., an apple with peanut butter—for sustained energy. See below for more healthy swaps. Upgrade Your Oatmeal! Make your morning even more delicious with these add-ins that are packed with…

Super Sipper Stanley introduced a new tumbler category that sparked many copycats with the launch of its 40-oz stainless steel cup. This upgraded version has an easy-to-grip handle and a splash-resistant straw opening. LAB RESULTS One tester said, “I take it everywhere! I’d buy one in every color if I could.” Some said it helped them drink more water. STANLEY QUENCHER H2.0 FLOWSTATE TUMBLER, $45 Carbonate Anything This seltzer maker from Drinkmate stands out from others on the market for its ability to be used with all sorts of liquid. The cap on the bottle allows gas to be released before you open it so liquid won’t spill everywhere. LAB RESULTS Some testers who had once bought sparkling water said they now used this unit almost every day. Our analysts…

Brewing Made Easy Various teas benefit from being brewed at different temperatures, optimizing the taste. This affordable kettle from Hamilton Beach has six easy-to-program settings for tea and even hot cocoa. LAB RESULTS After testing more than 10 kettles, Lab Analyst Eva Bleyer said this one stood out for having a user-friendly interface and a comfortable pour. It boiled quickly and accurately. HAMILTON BEACH PROFESSIONAL 1.7L DIGITAL STAINLESS STEEL KETTLE, $70 Balanced Brew This fragrant black tea from Magic Hour smells sweet and warm. It comes in a beautiful glass jar that both makes it giftable and helps preserve the flavor of the leaves. It’s moderately caffeinated and made with Pu-erh, a trending black tea, as well as a Sri Lankan tea and one from Mozambique. LAB RESULTS Jammal thought…

Q Is it worth it to have a weekender bag in addition to my carry-on suitcase? — JODY P. A: It depends on your personal needs, but in general, weekender bags are a great size if you want something bigger than your everyday commuting bag and smaller than your regular luggage. A true travel MVP, this item is ideal for short trips or to use as an extra bag on longer vacations. Some versions are even small enough to fit underneath an airplane seat. Here are a few of our favorites: 1 FASHION-FORWARD Beis is one of the fastest-growing travel brands for a reason: Its clever products are just as stylish as they are functional. The brand’s best-selling weekender bag has a wide opening, a separate bottom compartment for shoes and a…

HERBY LATKES Classic potato pancakes get a fresh upgrade with heaps of chopped dill—perfect for pairing with zingy sour cream. CHALLAH Tear into this braided centerpiece of soft and tender egg-based bread. p. 144 OVEN-BRAISED BRISKET A sweet-and-savory combo of apples, brown sugar, soy sauce and Dijon mustard creates a luxe sauce for braised beef. p. 144 STAR OF THE SHOW Greet Hanukkah guests with a sentimental tablescape: Use twine to tie stalks of an herb like thyme, rosemary or marjoram into Stars of David. SHORTCUT JELLY DONUTS These semi-homemade sufganiyot feature store-bought donut holes stuffed with jam and dusted with confectioners’ sugar.…

MAKE PRETTY PACKAGES Elevate these sweets with simple, festive wrapping tricks: 1. Decant cranberry syrup into decorative glass bottles. 2. Pop brigadeiros (or any truffes) into candy liners and arrange in elegant jewelry boxes painted gold. 3. Wrap fudge in small squares of parchment or waxed paper and secure with glitter tape. 4. Add reindeer chow to cellophane or waxed-paper bags and tie shut with colorful ribbon. 5. Mark vanilla extract jars with homemade printed labels.…

START HERE Active 25 min. Total 25 min. ONION Heat 2 tsp olive oil in medium saucepan on medium. Add 1 small onion (finely chopped) and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and golden, 5 to 7 min. BOUILLON BASE, DITALINI PASTA & PARMESAN Cut rind off Parmesan wedge. Add 3 cups hot water, 1 Tbsp reduced-sodium chicken bouillon base (we used Better Than Bouillon), 2 cups ditalini pasta and Parmesan rind. Bring to a vigorous simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most of liquid is absorbed, 10 to 12 min. FROZEN PEAS Stir in 1 cup frozen peas and ¼ tsp pepper. Remove from heat and remove and discard Parmesan rind. Serve immediately, drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with grated Parmesan. SERVES 4 About 299 cal,…

Wrap a long length of green floral wire around ornaments, faux fruit, nuts and ribbon. Twist the wire around the back of the wreath a few times to secure. Fluff greenery to hide any visible wire. SILVER FLORAL MENORAH p. 114 Start with a basic silver menorah (we used one by Zion Judaica, $18, Amazon). Gather silver faux branches and flowers (we used Glittery Champagne Chestnut Spray, $6, and Champagne Eucalyptus Bouquet, $8, both from jamaligarden.com) or spray-paint faux branches. Using silver floral wire, attach branches, twisting the wire to secure. Add small leaves and flowers with hot glue.…

One weekend when my kids were young, we visited the local animal shelter. We’d always had good luck adopting a pet this way in the past, but on this day it felt more like a scene from Prison Break. As one dog banged his water bowl against the bars, 40 others barked obscenities and snapped at the air. “I don’t think today’s the day,” I said. My husband, David, agreed. But unfortunately, we’d brought our kids along. “How about this cute one?” Sophie shouted. She was pointing at one of the hardened criminals we’d already taken a pass on. “So cute!” Zoë yelled. “Can we take her out to play?” We asked the shelter employee if that was OK, and unfortunately she said yes. And so we took Ma Barker…

WHY IT EARNED THE GH SEAL GH analysts report that this handy kit stands out as a one-stop solution for the cleaning and care of leather furniture, bags, purses, clothing and more! 1 GRIME ELIMINATOR In GH Cleaning Lab tests, the solution worked well to remove dirt and brighten a leather recliner and a leather purse. It even removed dye from jeans that had rubbed off onto a leather car seat without damage. 2 FOOLPROOF USE Simply apply the liquid cleanser to leather with the included applicator sponge and wipe clean. It won’t leave residue behind. GH pros also liked how easy it was to work into the grooves of the grain. 3 SUPERIOR STAIN GUARD The protectant’s creamy formula imparts an invisible shield to help repel spots and safeguard pieces against future…

Country music icon, actress, author and humanitarian Dolly Parton, 77, can now add a new line to her résumé: rock star. Parton’s 49th studio album and first rock album, Rockstar, will be released on November 17; it features 30 tracks, including collaborations with Paul McCartney, Debbie Harry, Steven Tyler and Ann Wilson as well as with some big names in country (Emmylou Harris and Sheryl Crow among them). Recently, Good Housekeeping Group Digital Director (and Dolly devotee) Lauren Matthews appeared on TalkShopLive, an online livestream home shopping platform, with Parton and host Nancy O’Dell to tout Parton’s new album as well as Parton’s recent book Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones. The segment also gave Good Housekeeping the opportunity to surprise the star with yet another accolade: the Good…

Face Lasers Formerly available only via skin professionals to treat a range of concerns from acne scarring to smoothing wrinkles, face lasers are now available for home use. “Lasers transmit a single wavelength of light to a specific target in the skin,” says Ravi R. Patel, M.D., a dermatologist and founder of House of Dermatology in Alpharetta, GA. “They are designed to safely, effectively and efficiently rejuvenate skin by stimulating cells to initiate their own healing and renewal processes.” GOOD FOR: Smoothing lines, evening skin tone and texture, firming WHAT TO EXPECT: “With many devices you’ll initially feel warmth at the treatment site, and skin can become pink for a few hours,” Dr. Patel says. That’s because some lasers “use heat to stimulate collagen production, targeting fine lines and wrinkles,”…

AUTUMN CHIC Dress up a basic wreath with a mix of dried faux foliage and blooms—think oak leaf branches, bittersweet branches, strawflowers and more. p. 149 WINTRY EVERGREEN Give your entryway a cold-weather upgrade. Try dried limes, weeping willow eucalyptus, dried globe thistles and other faux stems. p. 149 All TIED UP! In a pinch, the right ribbon can give candleholders, glasses and even flatware an elegant enhancement. Tabletop GLOW-UP Fill empty glass bottles with greenery, water and a few cranberries. Add taper candles and enjoy the glow! p. 149 Rustic BLOOMS Top wooden disks with pinecones, and you’ll have the perfect ornaments for a nature-inspired tree. p. 149 Playful GARLANDS Here’s one for the kids: Gather pantry goodies (popcorn, candy, pretzels, you name it) to create easy holiday strands. p.…

@fortecarolyn Q What’s the best way to tackle odors so my home smells fresh? — NANCY 0. A: Household odors show up at the worst times, and they can often be difficult to get rid of. Even worse, you may not even notice them until you leave and come back in. I recommend being proactive about odors by keeping your indoor air moving: Open windows, install exhaust fans and run air purifiers. Then address the source, whether it’s excess moisture or stinky pets. Finally, choose products that eliminate odors rather than just masking them—otherwise, smells will return once the scent fades. Some of my favorite (Lab-tested and -proven!) odor busters are below. 1 NEAT CLOSET FRESHENER If a closet smells stale and dank, your clothes can too. Set AirBoss’s No Spill Dehumidifier…

NOVEMBER BOOK CLUB PICK The Comfort of Crows by Margaret Renkl Watch the seasons pass with this lush love letter to the beauty in the author’s own backyard. With meditations on how the natural world changes as the years march on and what that means for our lives, this is a story of hope and grief, joy and sorrow, accompanied by 52 gorgeous illustrations. It’s a warm hug of a book, just in time to help you reflect on your own year and look to the next. $32 DECEMBER BOOK CLUB PICK Welcome Home, Stranger by Kate Christensen Rachel never expected to go back to her New England home-town. She didn’t expect her ex-husband to be dying in the home they still share, her job to fall apart or…

1 TUNE BACK IN TO YOUR VALUES Sit down and, in writing, take stock of your current strengths, weaknesses, values and preferences, suggests Susan Krauss Whitbourne, Ph. D., professor emerita of psychological and brain sciences at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Focus on who you are now. “Talk to people you’re close to, people who know you well, and use them as a reflecting pool,” advises Whitbourne. Think of what you consider your five most important qualities—things like patience, reliability and passion—and ask these friends whether you embody them as much as you think. If the answer is no, take a look at how you spend your time so you can make a concerted effort to engage in more activities that reflect the qualities you value. Living in a way that…

1 Smarter Grilling The Meater+ smart thermometer won a Kitchen Gear award last year for being foolproof, with a user-friendly app. This year’s winner includes four thermometers so you can keep track of different foods on the unit or in the app. LAB RESULTS We liked that we didn’t need to reach for our phones to keep track of our food (but could if we wanted to!), since the block displayed the internal temps of foods, alerted us when they were almost ready and kept track of rest times. MEATER BLOCK, $300 2 Genius Grinder We love a good spice crusher, especially if it can be used with one hand like this one from Finamill. It charges via a USB cable, and the cartridges can be swapped out with a simple push…

• Buy fresh loose-leaf tea when you can. It delivers more flavor than the bagged kind. • Look for packaging that explains the tea’s origin and includes tasting notes and brewing instructions. • To take it a step further, research a few tea companies. Favor ones that source directly from tea gardens. • Check the nutrition label. In fruit-flavored tea, the fruit should be an ingredient. • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for brewing, but feel free to play with water temperature, as it brings out different flavors.…

Presented by McCormick® Prep Time: 20 mins Bake Time: 80-90 mins Cool Time: 1 hrs Servings: 10-12 slices INGREDIENTS Apple Cinnamon Bundt Cake 2 Sticks (½ lb.) Unsalted Butter, room temperature1 cup (200 grams) Granulated Sugar2 cups (396 grams) Light Brown Sugar1 Orange zested and juiced4 Eggs, room temperature3 cups (690 grams) Sour Cream¼ cup (63 grams) Apple Butter4 ¼ cup (603 grams) Cake flour1 tsp. Kosher Salt1 tsp. Baking Soda¾ tsp. Baking Powder2 tsp. McCormick® Ground Cinnamon¼ tsp. McCormick® Ground Nutmeg¼ tsp. McCormick® Ground Ginger1 tsp. McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract1 ½ cups (360 grams) reduced to ¾ cups (190 grams) Apple Cider reduction Cider Cinnamon Glaze 4 Cups Confectioners Sugar½ cup (127 grams) Apple Cider reduction1 tsp. McCormick® Ground Cinnamon½ tsp. Apple cider vinegar (optional)1 tsp. Honey (optional)Pinch of…

The Meaning Victorious, this group of warriors moved to rededicate their holy temple but had only a small amount of oil to light the menorah. Miraculously, the flame burned for eight full days. The Symbols Tradition pays tribute to this miracle of light with a Hanukkah menorah holding nine candles, one lit for each night of the holiday as well as one used to light the others. The Food Fried foods cooked in oil such as latkes and donuts honor the legendary oil that provided eight full days of light.…

KEY: Q QUICK & EASY G GLUTEN FREE M MAKE AHEAD V VEGETARIAN O ONE POT H HOLIDAY FAVORITE YUZU CRINKLE COOKIES M V H Active 35 min. | Total 1 hr. 5 min. plus cooling 1⅔ cups all-purpose flour1 tsp baking powder½ tsp kosher salt¾ cup granulated sugar4 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted2 large eggs3 Tbsp yuzu juice½ tsp pure vanilla extractYellow gel food coloring (optional)½ cup confectioners’ sugar 1. In medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt. In large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, butter, eggs, yuzu juice, vanilla and 3 drops food coloring (if using) until smooth; fold in flour mixture until smooth. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 30 min. 2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Place confectioners’ sugar in small bowl. Working…

How We Test 1 SAFETY CHECK Our engineers and analysts start by ensuring that each toy meets all safety standards. They also assess pinch points and make sure toys won’t shatter into small pieces to pose a potential choking hazard. 2 EASE OF USE Next, we carefully evaluate how simple each toy is to assemble and also how well it’s constructed and how durable it is during play. 3 KID APPROVAL Final decisions are made by more than 450 children of various ages, who assess the fun factor! 0 to 2 Years Old FOR AGES 0+ FEEL-GOOD BEAR This brand’s toys are hand-knitted in Peru from 100% cotton and are lovely as well as cuddly. When you buy one plush toy, 10 school meals are donated to children in need.…

Their top picks: Just One Flake Written and illustrated by Travis Jonker “This book celebrates the uniqueness in all of us. Hal laughed out loud.” Ages 4 to 8 Bear and Bird Written and illustrated by Jarvis “Poppy and I took turns reading this collection of stories, reminiscent of Frog and Toad and other classics, to celebrate the importance of friendship.” Ages 5 to 9 Hoops Written and illustrated by Matt Tavares “Mila flew through this graphic novel that will encourage even reluctant readers. Hoops is a celebration of females in sports, teamwork and the power of dreams.” Ages 8 to 12…

Get caretaker intel. Shelter staff can advise you about the pet’s personality, level of training and other needs or quirks. That’s valuable information when contemplating adding a new family member. Consider your needs. Adopting an adult animal can be less work up front than bringing home a puppy (no potty training required!), which is helpful for busy families and for seniors with limited capacity for training. All pets need cuddles and playtime, but older pets can be lower-energy. Look at your finances. It seems silly to think of animals as something you have to purchase, like a bike, but it’s true. Shelters and rescues typically charge only a nominal fee compared with the thousands you may spend on a bred dog, and rescue pets often come vaccinated and spayed or…