Baking
Classic Scones for Afternoon TeaFebruary 29, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
Classic scones are a must at afternoon tea—one of the three requisite courses—but can be enjoyed any time you sit down with a cup of tea or coffee. On days I’ll be having a late lunch, a warm scone for elevenses (British English for mid-morning tea break) will keep me going.
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Pantry Basics
Easy Homemade GranolaFebruary 26, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
Homemade granola is the only way to go for those of us who find all the store-bought granola far too sweet. This granola is even-textured, great for parfaits, doesn't make big clusters. Making clusters takes sugar, and quite a lot of it.
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Family
Pack a Lunch Your Kids Will EatFebruary 23, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
The big challenge is to pack a lunch your child will actually eat instead of trade or dump. Here are some suggestions to increase the chances your children will eat the lunches you pack:
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Pantry Basics
Belgian Waffles for BrunchFebruary 20, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
Belgian waffles are easy to make, but might take a bit more time than we can spare on a busy weekday morning. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, they’re a clear favorite for a leisurely weekend breakfast or brunch.
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Family
Top 10 Table MannersFebruary 16, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
Consistency is key in teaching children table manners. When there is little or no difference between “company manners” and everyday manners, there will be fewer of those embarrassing incidents when dining out or when guests are present.
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Entertaining
That Versatile Southern FavoriteFebruary 13, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
Pimento Cheese is an iconic Southern food that's been around for over a hundred years. There are many variations, but it's basically shredded sharp or medium Cheddar, mayonnaise and pimientos. It is delicious on a hamburger, hot dog or bacon sandwich. You can also stuff celery with it, spread it on crackers or dip tortilla chips in it. See what I mean by “versatile”?
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Family
The Importance of the Family DinnerFebruary 9, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
We instinctively know that having a meal together every day as a family is a good thing. Now statistics have proven that children who dine with the family are healthier, happier and more successful in school; that the more regularly a family eats together, the less likely the kids are to engage in risky behaviors.
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Family
How to Help Your Picky EaterFebruary 3, 2012 • Posted by Jean at Delightful Repast
Dealing with a picky eater can be a parent’s greatest challenge. Should I force him to eat the offending food? Should I cave in and let her grow up eating nothing but corn flakes and marshmallows? Here are five tips to help you.
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