Category Archives: Family Feature

Outdoor Dining

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From orchard to table, apples bring flavor for the perfect picnic Strawberry Banana Smoothie Ice PopsBaked Apple Pie Layer BarsSpiced Pork and Apple Burger with Maple DijonApple Tortellini Salad (Family Features) There’s nothing like the perfect picnic or barbecue to slow down and reconnect with friends and family. This season, gather together guests and surprise them with a rustic backyard picnic, starring delicious new recipes that bring out the flavor of apples – a versatile and healthy year-round fruit. Filled with healthy antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals, apples add a flavorful twist to classic picnic fare. For a refreshing treat that both kids and adults will love, try the Strawberry Banana Smoothie Popsicle, made with Tree Top Apple Juice. Or grill some Spiced Pork and Apple Burgers with Maple Dijon, made with Tree Top Apple Sauce for a lean and juicy burger. For more recipes and inspiration, visit www.treetop.com. Designing a Backyard Party Is Easy Set the scene with the right décor and a little bit of creativity – and let nature take care of the rest. Find vintage plates and serving pieces at a local flea market. Serve beverages in Mason jars, which can also be used as flower … Continue reading →

Affordable Pet Care at Home

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(Family Features) Dogs and cats provide “parents” so much love and affection. So, it’s only natural that pet parents want to return that love by taking care of all their pet’s health and wellness needs.  Fortunately, now top-of-the-line routine care can easily be provided at home using veterinarian-quality pet health products, which will help save money and possibly a trip to the vet. When shopping for pet health products, it’s important to look for products that have the same active ingredients as the leading veterinarian brands, such as the new VetTrust line from PetArmor. Taking the extra time to read the labels and compare ingredients can provide significant savings. Try This at Home Help your pet live a longer, happier life with the gift of good health. Providing basic health care and picking the right vitamins and supplements can be easy with a little know-how: Supplemental care. The diets of cats and dogs can benefit from vitamin and mineral supplements. A high-quality supplement helps support immune health. Support joint mobility. As pets get older, they may start to slow down and have trouble with stairs. Joint health products, such as VetTrust Joint Health Chewable Tablets and Soft Chews, contain glucosamine, … Continue reading →

A Celebration of Sides: Barbeque Bests

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Brownie ‘n Berries Dessert Pizza Greek Tossed Pasta Salad Red, White and Blueberry Pasta Salad S’mores Brownies (Family Features) When you’re loading up the family for a big barbeque celebration, be sure to load up a variety of freshly-made salads and deliciously decadent brownies. Whether pasta salads, potato salads or even those leafy greens, this side favorite is a perfect accompaniment to juicy grilled burgers, brats and steaks. Because this savory barbeque fare can bring out anyone’s sweet tooth, don’t forget to dish out the desserts. Adding your favorite nuts, fruit and candy toppings to a rich, gooey brownie can melt the hearts of guests as easily as the hot summer sun. The best part about bringing a salad or brownie dessert – besides both being flavorful barbeque staples – most can be prepared the night before. This gives you more time to focus on the important things, like grilling your next culinary masterpiece and hanging out with your family. For more tips on what to bring to your next barbeque, visit www.bettycrocker.com/brownies and www.suddenlysalad.com. Brownie ‘n Berries Dessert Pizza Ingredients 1 box (1 lb. 2.4 oz.) Betty Crocker® Original Supreme Premium brownie mix Water, vegetable oil and egg called … Continue reading →