Holiday How-to Guide

Making Spiced Cider

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:46:53 -0700

Use these techniques to make a spice bag for holiday ciders.

Cubing a Pumpkin

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:15:31 -0700

See how to get fresh cubed pumpkin for roasting or to use in soups and stews.

Toasting Pumpkin Seeds

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:19:02 -0700

Save the seeds when you carve a fresh pumpkin, toast them, and use them for snacking or as a crunchy salad topping.

Butternut Squash: Peeling and Chopping

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 14:29:54 -0700

Follow these steps to peel and cut this squash with confidence.

Roasting Chestnuts

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:48:27 -0700

Roast fresh chestnuts in the oven and add to your holiday dishes.

100 Hot Holiday Dishes

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:03:51 -0700

Get inspired with 100 of our most good-looking holiday recipes.

Decorating Cookies

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:02:11 -0800

Try these tips and tricks for icing and glazing cookies.

Decorating Gingerbread Houses

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:58:43 -0800

Get fun ideas for adding candy, pretzels, chocolate, and more to your holiday gingerbread house.

Peppermint Bonbon Cookies

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:02:16 -0700

Here's a decadent holiday combination--soft and chewy chocolate on the inside with a little peppermint candy crunch on top.

Making Two-Layer Caramel-Pecan Bar

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:57:28 -0700

Use these easy steps to make yummy Two-Layer Caramel-Pecan Bars.

Making Chocolate Chip Meringue Cookies

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:11:44 -0800

Dig into these bite-sized treats made from a mixture of egg whites, sugar, and chocolate.

Making Drop Cookies

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 07:50:00 -0700

Follow our simple tips to form the perfect bite-size treat.

Hello Dolly Bars

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:47:09 -0700

Sprinkle chocolate chips, butterscotch morsels, coconut, and pecans over graham cracker mixture to make delicious bars.

Chocolate Chip Meringues with Strawberry Topping

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:47:39 -0700

Learn how to make tasty chocolate chip meringues with strawberry topping

Slicing and Baking Cookies

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:51:08 -0700

To cut dough into slices, use dental floss or a very sharp knife.

Create Cookie Icings and Glazes

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:59:55 -0800

Learn how to make colored icings and glazes for bakery-perfect cookies.

Toffee Truffles

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:38:11 -0800

Shape semisweet chocolate, butter and cream into balls and roll in crushed toffee candy bars for a luscious treat.

Peppermint Bark

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 10:14:53 -0800

Watch how easy it is to make yummy peppermint chocolate bark.

Making Fudge

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:34:06 -0800

Have no fear of making fudge with these easy techniques.

Making Divinity

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:50:31 -0800

Follow our step-by-step instructions for making this heavenly candy.

Making Pralines

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:52:04 -0800

We share our secrets for making this classic Southern pecan candy.

Making Buckeye Balls

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:01:04 -0800

See how easy it is to make these delicious chocolate, peanut butter candy balls.

Making Graham Cracker Gingerbread Houses

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:55:31 -0800

Create a holiday favorite with easy-to-use graham crackers and royal icing.

Making Royal Icing

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:04:43 -0800

Use this stiff, white icing to decorate cookies, cakes, and gingerbread houses.

Filling Pastry Bags with Icing

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:06:44 -0800

Piping icing is easy with these quick tips for filling pastry bags.

Frosting a Layer Cake

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 08:00:18 -0800

Get smooth results every time by following the tips from our Test Kitchen experts.

Making Pie Crust Garnishes

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:28:45 -0700

Decorate your homemade pies with this easy garnishing idea.

Making a Piecrust

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:39:53 -0700

Here's the secret to making the perfect piecrust.

Making a Quick Bread Loaf

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:41:25 -0700

Use these tips to get beautiful and tasty loaves each time you bake.

Stuffing Pork Loin Roast

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:55:56 -0700

Butterfly a pork loin roast before topping with the filling and rolling.

Making Gravy

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:44:15 -0700

Start with turkey drippings to get the most flavorful gravy for your holiday menu.

Preparing a Turkey for Roasting

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 17:24:53 -0800

Watch our step-by-step guide for trussing and stuffing a turkey.

Carving a Turkey

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:15:14 -0800

Use our step-by-step techniques for carving the bird at this year’s holiday meal.

Preparing Mini Beef Wellingtons

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:35:46 -0800

Follow these easy instructions for making pastry-wrapped beef tenderloin steaks.

Preparing a Standing Rib Roast

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:37:15 -0800

See our simple tips for preparing an impressive beef entrée.

Basting a Turkey

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 08:55:08 -0800

Follow these easy steps to keep your turkey moist during roasting.