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National Pork Rind Appreciation Day is celebrated on Super Bowl Sunday each year. Time to grab a bag of pork rinds and settle in for a fun day! Pork rinds have found renewed popularity because they can be included in a Paleo and Ketogenic diet plan. This gives those following the plans another reason to …

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Today is the day to warm up with a brimming bowl of homemade soup. The reason? February 4 is National Homemade Soup Day! When the snow is piling up and chilly winter winds are blowing outside, nothing takes away the cold feeling like a bowl of homemade soup. It’s so comforting. Don’t miss our recipe …

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February 3 is National Carrot Cake Day. Today is a day that we get to eat our cake and vegetables at the same time. There is a carrot cake recipe with cream cheese frosting at the bottom of this post, just in case you want to bake your own carrot cake today! Any excuse to …

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Calling all Oreo fans! Let’s make some chocolate dirt pudding for Christmas. These fun Oreo Christmas inspired dirt cups are a dessert that the whole family will love. Your kids will enjoy helping you make these dirt cups which use waffle cones on top for delightfully delicious Christmas trees that add an extra sweetness and …

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Did you know that gingerbread cookies have their own national day? Keep reading for more about National Gingerbread Cookie Day and get a gingerbread cookie recipe to share. Gingerbread has been around for centuries, and has evolved and changed over the years. National Gingerbread Cookie Day celebrates this tasty treat with a sweet flavor, and …

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Your children will love to help you make these cookie turkeys for your Thanksgiving dessert table. This fun Thanksgiving kid’s dessert features sugar cookies, peanut butter cups, candy corn and malted milk balls – all fashioned into one adorable cookie in the shape of a turkey. Sugar cookies are the staple in any cookie decorating …

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Gobble, gobble, it’s time to make some Rice Krispie turkeys! This fun snack is a seasonal take on the traditional Rice Krispie treat that we all love so much. October 30 is National Candy Corn Day, which makes it the perfect day to make these Thanksgiving Turkey Pops for the kids to enjoy. They are …

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Thanksgiving is right around the corner and dessert is a big part of the celebration. The kids will love these candy corn turkey cupcakes and you can let them join you in making them. If you’re looking for another family friendly activity this holiday season, make sure to check out this Thanksgiving word search and …

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This dirt cup recipe for Thanksgiving is creamy, rich and crunchy with a fun teepee top, candy pumpkin and Swedish fish accent to give the dessert a real holiday look. Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with family and friends. One of the highlights of the holiday, for me, is preparing some fun with food …

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Caramel apples are a Halloween treat with their own national day in October dedicated to them called National Caramel Apple Day.  Just as black cats, jack-o-lanterns, and spooky costumes remind us of Halloween, so do caramel apples! They have a fascinating history with ties to early Halloween celebrations. Keep reading to learn their history, some …

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This do it yourself project for Indian corn cakes will really brighten up your Thanksgiving table. The cakes are authentic looking and are easy to make. The only problem with this harvest cake recipe is keeping the kiddies from eating the cakes until it’s time to serve this sweet Thanksgiving dessert. If you’re looking for …

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Thanksgiving themed snacks like these cute pilgrim hat appetizers will delight your guests. This recipe is a variation on the old “pigs in a blanket” appetizer, except in this case the pigs are all dressed up (and spiced up) for Thanksgiving. To me, having fun with food is one of the best parts of the holiday …

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This Thanksgiving snack mix is a delightful combination of some favorite fall treats. The two printables that I have included also tell your guests what is in the harvest blessing mix and the blessing that each ingredient stands for. I think it’s so neat to have a treat for your guests that is both delicious …

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These adorable owl cookies are as much fun to make as they are to eat. Just take a couple of items from your Halloween candy bag and you’ll be able to put these treats together in just minutes! Not only are these Halloween cookies quick and easy to make, but they’re also a no-bake Halloween …

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Tempt your child with a healthy treat by serving these monster mouth apple snacks instead of sugary sweets. This kids Halloween snack is easy to make and good for them too! This is the beginning of months of temptations for both young and old alike. Why not tempt your child with one of these healthy …

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April 18 is National Animal Cracker Day. In honor of the day, I thought it would be fun to celebrate this national day with some great tasting Animal Cracker Recipes.  Remember those little red boxes, shaped like circus train cars full of tiny animals? This childhood treat has it’s own special day! Many national days …

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March 16 is celebrated annually as National Artichoke Hearts Day.  Ready for some cooking tips and recipes for this tasty vegetable? Artichokes may seem intimidating and a little scary when you first encounter them, but they are actually quite easy to cook and use in recipes.  Plus they’re delicious! Read on for some fun facts …

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January 24 is National Peanut Butter Day. This sticky and delicious food is so loved that it is given its own national day. Keep reading for some interesting peanut butter facts, and the history of this delicious food. There’s also a recipe at the bottom for soft and chewy peanut butter cookies that’s delicious. Try …

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It’s National Curried Chicken Day! January 12 is a day set aside to honor that most spicy of main courses – chicken curry. From Asia to the Caribbean, this dish has a huge following among those who like a bit of heat in their food. Keep reading to learn what curried chicken is, some fun …

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Do you have trouble getting your kids to eat vegetables? This turkey veggie tray will put an end to that! It so cute and inviting that your children will get their daily dose of vegetables in no time flat! This is the time of the year when the pounds get packed on with all the …

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April 17 is celebrated as National Cheese Ball Day. If this party appetizer is something you enjoy, read on for some fun facts and recipes to honor this tasty food holiday. One of the great things about cheese balls is that there are both savory and sweet versions of them. We have plenty of recipes …

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April 10 is celebrated as National Cinnamon Crescent Day. Keep reading to learn more about crescent rolls and fun ways to celebrate the national day. I’ve also compiled a list of crescent roll recipes for you. Why not bake up a batch of crescent rolls to honor this tasty national day? April is a month …

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These adorable Bird’s Nest Cookies are ready in just minutes and are a no bake recipe that is perfect for both Easter and spring. The cookies are super easy to make and will delight your children and the young at heart. The taste is a crunchy mixture of chocolate, peanut butter and chow mein noodles with three …

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The fourth Thursday of February is celebrated each year as National Chili Day. This year, that day falls on February 27. Let’s learn some more about this tasty national day. Who doesn’t love bowl of spicy chili, simmering to the brim with chili peppers, meat and/or bean and a delicious blend of spices in a …

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December 16 is one of this month’s food holidays known as National Chocolate Covered Anything Day!  As far as I am concerned, a bit of chocolate can go a long way towards making dessert recipes taste fabulous. Cashews are a perfect match to go with chocolate, but so are many other things! For an extra special chocolate …

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