We'd like to wish a happy and safe Thanksgiving to everyone out there! Enjoy the food, drink, and company. Here's a festive picture of cats for the occasion.
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Thursday, November 28, 2013
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Thanksgiving Recipe: Potato Dough Rolls
Posted by Larimer Associates on 1:30 PM
Still thinking about what to contribute to your Thanksgiving celebrations this year? How about this "Thanksgiving Recipe: Potato Dough Rolls"? We're sure everyone will come back for seconds of this scrumptious dish.
Potato Dough Rolls
Maes 2 dozen rolls
1 tablespoon instant mashed potatoes1 cup boiling water1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces1 teaspoon lemon or orange zest, optional2 1/4 teaspoons (1 package) active dry yeast2 large eggs4 to 4 1/2 cups flourMilk, cream, or egg yolk, to glaze
Whisk the potato flakes into the boiling water. (Note: You can substitute 1 cup of water that you used...
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Posted by Larimer Associates on 12:31 PM
The weather is starting to get more chilly, so it's time to start making some hot and tasty dishes to give yourself a case of the warm fuzzies. Check out "Curried Butternut Squash Soup" to get going!
Ingredients:
1 butternut squash
1 delicata squash
1 onion, finely chopped
2 carrots cut in 1-inch pieces
2 cloves garlic
2 Tbsp coconut oil
6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 can coconut milk
2 tsp red curry paste
1/3 cup cilantro
Optional: 2 stalks lemon grass (cut in 4-inch pieces)
Optional: Squeeze of fresh lime
Optional: Lime leaves
Directions:
Wash both squash and bake whole at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-50 minutes.
In a large...
Friday, November 8, 2013
15 Creative Ways to Wrap with Brown Paper
Posted by Larimer Associates on 11:42 AM
We know that it's really the thought that counts this Holiday season, but why not add a little bit of flair to your gifts by using one of these "15 Creative Ways to Wrap with Brown Paper"!
The possibilities for prettying up a brown paper package are nearly endless. Ribbons, washi tape, handmade gift tags, paint, contrast paper... only your creativity sets a limit. Check out some of these ideas for wrapping gifts with brown paper, which go way beyond "tied up with string."
Pick a color scheme and run with it. This pile of presents from A Creative Mintuses a base of Trader Joes shopping bags and embellishes them with washi tape...
