Seasoned Cooking: 7 November 2014 Announcements

This year, instead of breaking out the same old Halloween candy or purchasing pre-packaged sweets, get creative and make some homemade treats that are sure to be a big hit with your kids or at your next holiday party.

If you've got kids, you understand the importance of the after school snack. However, a bunch of grapes or carrots and dip can get boring after a while. Here's a little break from the mundane that's perfectly-timed for the apple orchard.

There's nothing wrong with adding a little brightness to an otherwise fantastic meal. One of my favorite ways to do just that is by adding a super star sauce to my plate. As the whisper of winter starts to be heard, few sauces do that as well as chimichurri.

Sometimes, the generosity of others coincides with very special leftovers. It's times like those that your kitchen and your dinner table become places that are nearly sacred and share meals that will have everyone giving thanks.

Everyone should have a handful of recipes that are quick, easy, and versatile enough to fill any gaps in your weekly menu planning. Whether it's because you don't have the energy for your original plan or you just ran out of ideas, go-to recipes should save the day without any guilt.