One Simply Terrific Thing: A Container That Keeps Brown Sugar Soft!

Latest Recipes Meal Plans Shop Our Store One Simply Terrific Thing: A Container That Keeps Brown Sugar Soft! This week's One Simply Terrific Thing comes from Simply Recipes Contributor Sally Vargas! It would only be a slight exaggeration to say that brown sugar and butter are two of my favorite food groups. Brown sugar is a must for my favorite holiday cookies, but it also finds it way into winter squash, stir fries, glazes for vegetables and salmon, and best of all, candied bacon! There's only one problem: I am usually fighting a hard brick of sugar, and that adds about ten minutes to my projected cooking time, not to mention a boatful of aggravation. Now, I'm not a big fan of single-purpose tools or gadgets, but one day I discovered this brown sugar container by Progressive International ($13 from Amazon). Could such a purchase—we're not talking about breaking the bank here, friends—make a difference in my life? The short answer is: yes! I've had this keeper for about eight months, and I can tell you, when I need a tablespoon of brown sugar for a marinade or stir-fry, I no longer have to scrape the top off a block of brown sugar cement. It's not rocket science to understand how the brown sugar keeper works; it's just a very efficient way of using the apple trick. A terracotta disk soaked in water attaches to the lid of an attractive plastic container and helps keep the brown sugar from drying out. The airtight lid closes with a satisfying snap and the container can be stored at room temperature. It's like having a stone in your shoe, and suddenly, the stone is gone. You didn't even notice how much it bothered you until you started to enjoy your walk without the nuisance of that pesky little stone! Buy It! Progressive's Brown Sugar Container FOLLOW US View in Browser | Update your Preferences | Unsubscribe © 2003–2020 Simply Recipes, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Simply Recipes 7525 SE 24th St, Suite 650 Mercer Island, WA 98040

The Weekly Digest: New Recipes, Roundups, and More!

Latest Recipes Meal Plans Shop Our Store The Weekly Digest: New Recipes, Roundups, and More! Welcome to November, friends! This last week we made some soups, like Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili and Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. But since it's autumn, we couldn't resist a few more pumpkin recipes, like Pumpkin Pie Bars and Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread. Mmmm, yum. Chocolate is always in season, so this last week we also shared our favorite brands of chocolate for baking, and explained the difference between Dutch-process and natural cocoa -- so, now you know! All that and more below, so you don't miss a thing. Slow Cooker Beef and Bean Chili This hearty beef and bean slow cooker chili recipe is loaded with all the classic chili ingredients plus a pinch of cinnamon to deepen the flavor. Best Beef Chili Everyone needs a recipe for classic beef chili. Make this one your go-to! It's made with corn, peppers, tomatoes, and beans, and makes enough to freeze for later! Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup The BEST homemade chicken noodle soup! This version is made from scratch, so it's light and nourishing. All the goodness from the chicken in one pot of soup. Breakfast Casserole with Butternut Squash and Kale This breakfast casserole is the perfect fall dish. Earthy sage balances butternut squash between layers of crusty bread, eggs, kale, and cheese. What We Cook With: Our Favorite Cocoa, Baking Chocolate, and Chocolate Chips From Hershey's to Guittard and Ghirardelli, here are the brands of cocoa and chocolate that we buy and use in our baking! What's the Difference Between Dutch-Process and Natural Cocoa Powder? Learn about the two forms of cocoa powder, when to use Dutch-processed cocoa and when to use natural or regular cocoa, and how to substitute one for the other. Slow Cooker Spiced Oatmeal This recipe combines warming spices and melt-in-your-mouth golden raisins with the nutty bite of steel-cut oats to take breakfast to a whole new level Peanut Butter Pie The most decadent and indulgent peanut butter pie EVER, made with extra peanut butter in the filling, peanut butter cups on top, and a drizzle of melted peanut butter and chocolate. Pumpkin Pie Bars with Candied Ginger Whipped Cream These easy-to-make and utterly delicious pumpkin pie bars have everything you love about pumpkin pie, but they are easy to eat out of hand or gift to a friend. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread! Made with pumpkin puree and warm fall spices, sprinkled with chocolate chips. Great for an afternoon snack with coffee! FOLLOW US View in Browser | Update your Preferences | Unsubscribe © 2003–2020 Simply Recipes, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Simply Recipes 7525 SE 24th St, Suite 650 Mercer Island, WA 98040

This Week's Meal Plan: 5 Hearty Dinners to Help You Feel Satisfied

Latest Recipes Meal Plans Shop Our Store 5 Hearty Dinners to Help You Feel Satisfied We're on a mission with this week's meal plan to celebrate all things YOU. When was the last time you thought about what you wanted for dinner? Which meals will bring you comfort? Which will meals will bring you less stress and more joy? This week's meal plan is full of comforting, satisfying recipes that also take advantage of the fresh root vegetables in season, like Hearty Roasted Vegetable and Chicken Stew, Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese, Instant Pot Roast with Balsamic and Rosemary, and more! Take Me to the Meal Plan! FOLLOW US View in Browser | Update your Preferences | Unsubscribe © 2003–2020 Simply Recipes, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Simply Recipes 7525 SE 24th St, Suite 650 Mercer Island, WA 98040

Treat Yourself: Pumpkin Pie Bars with Candied Ginger Whipped Cream

Latest Recipes Meal Plans Shop Our Store Pumpkin Pie Bars with Candied Ginger Whipped Cream No Thanksgiving feast is complete without pumpkin pie. Sure, a tender, flaky crust filled with silky pumpkin custard is a thing of beauty, but it can also be fussy. Enter Pumpkin Pie Bars! Instead of hassling with rolling out a traditional pie crust, graham crackers are blitzed in a food processor until fine, along with light brown sugar and melted butter, then pressed into a glass baking dish, lined with parchment, and par-baked. Each luscious bite is bursting with spice. The bars can be eaten out of hand or served with fancy china and a fork. Who doesn't love a dessert that can be dressed up or down?! Show Me the Recipe! FOLLOW US View in Browser | Update your Preferences | Unsubscribe © 2003–2020 Simply Recipes, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Simply Recipes 7525 SE 24th St, Suite 650 Mercer Island, WA 98040

Cast Iron Root Vegetable Pot Pie

Latest Recipes Meal Plans Shop Our Store Cast Iron Root Vegetable Pot Pie This rustic take on a pot pie combines the classic fall flavors of carrots, sweet potatoes, rosemary, and sage in a creamy sauce that is rich and bold flavored, even without chicken stock. Enjoy this pot pie as a vegetarian holiday entree or a hearty side dish to a meat-centered meal! Show Me the Recipe! FOLLOW US View in Browser | Update your Preferences | Unsubscribe © 2003–2020 Simply Recipes, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Simply Recipes 7525 SE 24th St, Suite 650 Mercer Island, WA 98040