http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:10:36 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Festive Fun Treat Here is a fun treat to make ahead and have on hand for entertaining. Print up the Harvest Blessing and put beside the mix on a table in a pretty fall bowl or attach it to bag with some colorful ribbon to give as a fun treat to ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/11/harvest-blessings-snack-treat/ While we slow down, sit back, and enjoy the view this Fall, October has quietly sliped away and we've surged into November before we could even count our Halloween loot! Then - it starts to loom over us - turkeys, hams, mashed potatoes, yeast rolls, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/11/thanksgiving-with-simplicity-gourmet/ Every year I decorate my front porch for Fall. I start with some basic components the first of October, Pumpkins of many varieties, scarecrows, and mums. In mid-October, I throw in a couple of Halloween items and carve a pumpkin or two. When the first of November rolls around, I ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/11/fall-decor/ I know a lot of families have movie night once a week where they gather around the television for a good movie and have popcorn. So, I thought I would teach you how to make fantastic popcorn using your waterless cookware instead of the microwave...it's sooo much cheaper and way more fun! Traditional ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/11/movie-night-at-home-with-the-family/ I love the fall...cooler days and nights, beautiful fall color in the trees. It's the time of year that I enjoying cooking warm, hearty meals. I need my meals to be quick and tasty because I get home later from work and the last thing I want to do is stand ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/11/taco-soup/   This time of year always brings up so many memories of growing up. I love fall - sweaters & sweatshirts, forests of fiery leaves, crisp, cool air, breezy, sunny walks, the smell of fires and apples and baked goods, and, of course, pumpkin carving. When I see an intricately carved ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/10/pumpkinfest-with-simplicity-gourmet/ Your choices are unlimited when it comes to your wedding and reception. Each choice and decision you make speaks of your individual taste. Guests love to see those unique individual touches as they unfold throughout the wedding. They are what make each wedding and couple unique! Could you imagine if ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/10/the-big-getaway/ The best time to begin picking the flowers that will become your bouquet is after you have chosen your dress. You want to make sure your bridal bouquet compliments and enhances your dress. This will be determined by the style, intricate details or lack of details ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/10/choosing-the-bouquete/ Have you ever wondered what a "Parsnip" is like? I'm sure you've seen parsnips as you meander through the produce deparment. I"m even more sure, you always quickly think to yourself: What recipes would I use parsnips in? What are the health benefits of them? What are they like? Well, wonder ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/10/parsnip-ology-the-overlooked-underappreciated-veggie/ My family went on a camping trip this past weekend!  I have not been camping in 12 years, yikes!  Needless to say, I was a little nervous about the whole experience.  I had thoughts like: "How am I going to keep the tent clean?" "How do I keep the insects ... http://www.simplicitybridesblog.com/2008/10/wanna-getaway-try-camping-in-the-fall/