Innholdsfortegnelse for December/January 2024 i Taste of Home

WINE DIVINE No matter the season, keeping your guests’ glasses of white wine chilled can be a challenge. That’s why we love these triple-insulated tumblers. Plus, the lid and silicone coaster mean more sips and less spills! SWEETS IN SECONDS Craving ice cream, sorbet, milkshakes or a smoothie bowl? With the touch of a button, you can transform frozen solid bases into an indulgent or healthy treat! DISPOSABLE DRESS-UP Foil pans are convenient for taking to holiday potlucks but aren’t the most attractive. Next time, pop your pan into one of these reusable, stylish containers. Each container comes in a variety of colors and sizes, and includes a foil pan and serving spoon. CHOP, CHOP! Make prep easy with this multiuse chopper. Use it to chop, slice and julienne all…

“These tasty ginger bears are a fun—and adorable—alternative to traditional gingerbread cookies. Everyone loves them!”—Bakeable member Kim Schupe OUR JANUARY CHALLENGE: A CLUE FOR YOU! We’ll announce our next Bakeable Challenge recipe Jan. 1, but until then, can you guess what it may be from these ingredients? Just a hint: This is a recipe that’ll stick with you. Come, jump in on the fun! Hover your camera here to join Bakeable, Taste of Home’s community for everything you want to know about baking. You’ll get expert tips, a supportive group of creative bakers and be the first to see our monthly challenge announcements!…

CUBE THE CHICKEN AS SOON AS YOU GET HOME FROM THE STORE SO IT’S READY TO USE IN THIS RECIPE. Chicken Chiles Rellenos Alfredo This recipe combines my daughter’s love of chiles rellenos and my love of chicken Alfredo! You can use Monterey Jack cheese for the pepper jack. Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, IA Takes: 30 min. • Makes: 8 servings 1 pkg. (16 oz.) angel hair pasta1½ to 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1 Tbsp. garlic powder1 Tbsp. dried cilantro1 tsp. ground cumin½ cup butter, divided2 cups heavy whipping cream½ cup cream cheese, softened1½ tsp. grated lime zest½ cup pepper jack cheese2 cans (4 oz. each) chopped green chiles2 Tbsp. lime juice 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. 2. Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with garlic powder, cilantro…

A candy thermometer gives you the best results when making candy. But if you don’t have one, use the cold-water test instead. First, fill a small glass bowl with cold water. Dip a metal spoon into the hot candy mixture and drop a small amount into the cold water. Let the candy cool, then remove it from the water. The candy will have a different consistency depending on its sugar stage. SOFT-BALL STAGE (234° TO 240°) The hot candy mixture will form a ball in cold water and then flatten on your finger. FIRM-BALL STAGE (244° TO 248°) The hot candy mixture will form a ball in cold water and hold its shape on your finger. HARD-BALL STAGE (250° TO 266°) The hot candy mixture will form a ball in…

Hot & Hearty If the weather outside is frightful where you live, it’s time to get cozy and fire up the stove. Simmer up one of these satisfying winter soups packed with comfy ingredients. With 100 options to choose from, like Pasta Fagioli Soup, Cheesy Chili and Potato Clam Chowder, you’ll find more than one recipe to please your family. One bowlful, and you’ll feel as if you’ve wrapped yourself in a big hug! Best Shared Recipes Whether you’re creating a special menu or simply looking for an easy weeknight dinner, this cookbook is the ideal solution. Learn the secrets behind the 240+ go-to classics that today’s home cooks rely on, then get ready to share the recipes yourself. Order yours for only $10 plus free shipping. tasteofhomebooks.com/SHR3 COMMUNITY COOK’S…

Lisa Kaminski shares her expert tips and tricks for December’s Bakeable Challenge: Pesto Tree Bread! STEP 1: BUILD THE BASE The first step of assembly is layering on the flavors. This means a generous spread of pesto and sprinkling of Parm between 2 sheets of dough. STEP 2: CREATE A BASIC TREE SHAPE Once the ingredients are layered, use a ruler and a sharp knife (a pastry wheel also works) to cut a large triangle shape. STEP 3: CUT OUT SOME ORNAMENTS Use small cookie cutters to cut out decorative shapes from the leftover dough. You can bake them while the dough for the tree rises, and use them to garnish and dip. STEP 4: BRANCH OUT Use a large sharp knife to make clean horizontal cuts up and down…

POPS OF COLOR Our board relies heavily on candies (like gumballs, gummy bears, Hershey’s Kisses, Lindor truffles and rock candy) that are blue and white (representing the colors of Israeli flag) as well as silver and gold (symbolizing the precious metals used on menorahs). We also added chocolate-covered pretzels for a sweet-and-salty option. BOOZY BEVERAGE For the adults, offer brandy Alexanders alongside the board. For each serving, combine 1 oz. brandy, 1 oz. creme de cacao and 1 oz. heavy cream in a shaker filled with ice. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a little freshly grated nutmeg. MAKE IT AHEAD You can make this dessert board in advance. Tightly cover it to keep the cookies fresh. When guests arrive, unwrap and serve. L’Chaim! Hover your camera…

Baked Asparagus Dip Combine 1 lb. diced cooked fresh asparagus, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 cup mayonnaise in a 2-cup ovenproof bowl. Bake at 375° for 20 minutes. Serve with pita chips. —Sandra Baratka, Phillips, WI Fruit Dip Beat 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese. Stir in 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow creme and 4½ tsp. maraschino cherry juice. Cover and chill until serving. Serve with fruit. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Buttermilk Vegetable Dip Combine ¾ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup buttermilk and 2½ tsp. Italian salad dressing mix. Cover and chill until serving. Serve with vegetables. —Julissa Coblentz, Westminster, SC Spiced White Sangria I’ve been making this recipe for more than 20 years. My husband and I are in the wine and spirits business, and we served…

DISHING WITH Maggie Knoebel TOH Associate Recipe Editor/Test Cook There’s nothing quite like a warm cinnamon roll fresh out of the oven. The soft, tender dough and gooey frosting are the perfect breakfast treat. The cinnamon adds a sweet, spicy flavor that pairs well with morning coffee. “If you like, sprinkle some chopped toasted walnuts over the cinnamon blend before rolling up. This adds flavor and crunch.”—Maggie Sticky Is Sweet! Don’t worry … this dough is supposed to be really sticky. A bench scraper can help you get it off the surface. It’s also a great tool for cutting the rolls! Saigon Ground Cassia Cinnamon Cinnamon is the star of this recipe so be sure to get the good stuff. We like Saigon cinnamon from the Spice House. It’s sweet…

[We Tried It] Chill Out cont’d. Winter may be the perfect time to curl up with a cup of steaming hot cocoa. But if you like your drinks cold, you’re in for a treat! Now you can combine your appreciation for hot chocolate with a love of things chilly. You’re probably thinking, Can you even make cold hot chocolate? Great question … it’s definitely an oxymoron! But it is possible to turn one of winter’s favorite drinks into an icy treat worth enjoying no matter the weather. Frozen Hot Cocoa Have fun with this iced hot chocolate recipe and experiment with your family’s favorite toppings! Some options include chocolate shavings and caramel sauce. For the holidays, you can substitute a half-teaspoon of peppermint extract for the vanilla. —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa…

Dough Whisk Want to mix by hand? A dough whisk helps incorporate the flour more easily than a spatula. Mini Cookie Cutters Create decorations to garnish your tear-and-share tree with tiny cookie cutters. Sharp Knife Get precise slices for this twisty tree recipe with a large knife. A sharp blade will give you clean cuts.…

Heart Healthy Drinking as little as a quarter-cup of pomegranate juice on a daily basis can significantly improve your cardiovascular health by lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. It’s even been found to reduce the frequency of chest pain for those with existing heart disease. Nutrient Rich While this fruit is low in calories and fat, it’s very high in fiber, minerals and vitamins, particularly Vitamins E, K and C. One pomegranate contains around 40% of an adult’s daily Vitamin C requirement, which can help prevent diseases like cancer and diabetes. Brain Boosting Pomegranates are chock-full of useful antioxidants such as ellagitannins, which help reduce inflammation in the body and also help protect the brain. Some studies have shown that eating pomegranates can help with age-related memory issues in…

STEP 1: If there’s a pull tab on the foil cover, pull on it to cut through and remove the foil. Or, use a paring knife to cut the metal foil right below the lip of the bottle. STEP 2: Gently twist the “O” ring of the wire cage until it comes loose. You can leave the wire cage over the cork or carefully remove it and set aside. STEP 3: Cover the top of the bottle with a kitchen towel. Place one hand on top of the bottle, with your thumb firmly on the cork. Rotate the bottle while holding the cork. The cork should begin spinning slightly, and you should hear a gentle hiss. Gently twist the cork to remove it from the bottle.…