Instant Pot meals are not only less time consuming, but they can be super comforting considering they’re usually used to make big stews, hearty noodle dishes and a lot of savory meat dishes like these 27 best Instant Pot cubed beef recipes. How to Use the Instant Pot There are plenty of different ways to use your Instant Pot to make all kinds of dishes. Whether you’re planning on hearty pasta that can feed a crowd, warm bowls of soup or even Instant Pot tacos for a Mexican-inspired night in, the Instant Pot can do just about anything!...

This collection includes some of her greatest hits. Most of us aren’t going to start raising our own chickens or hiring staff for our gardens, but we can certainly bake a cake and plug in the slow cooker! Here are the 28 best Martha Stewart recipes that span the gamut, from grilling to cakes, slow cooking to sandwiches (Turkey Monte Cristo, anyone?). You definitely don’t miss her Molten Chocolate Espresso Cakes or Mile-High Apple Pie!...

What is Boursin cheese? Boursin is a soft, creamy, yet slightly crumbly, cheese. While many think Boursin is the type of cheese, it is not, it is simply the brand name. The type of cheese is Gournay. The Boursin name comes from its creator, François Boursin. Mr. Boursin was the first to incorporate the now iconic flavor of garlic and fine herbs. What is Boursin cheese good on? The texture of this cheese is perfect for spreading on crackers and breads, but don’t be limited in its usage!...

The best part is, these games all have patriotic themes and can be played inside or outside! Some of them are a festive take on classic games, like BINGO and corn hole, while others are more original Fourth of July games that you probably never heard of before. But no matter which type is more your style, you’ll be amused for hours on end once you start playing them. So even if you’re not really someone who likes playing games in your free time, you’ll be glad you came across these holiday ones for your guests....

Cookies as we know them fall into four basic categories based on the way they are made, according to Chef Richard J, Coppedge, Jr. certified master baker, professor in baking and pastry at the Culinary Institute of America: Cookie Categories Drop cookies Also known as icebox cookies, drop cookies are made from a sticky dough that patient people refrigerate before baking, Coppedge explains. They can be scooped and dropped onto the baking sheet, no shaping required....

By now, many moms and dads are familiar with Squishmallows. The super soft plush toys launched in 2017, and as their website raves, the various characters (more than 1,000!) “offer comfort, support and warmth as friends, couch companions, bedtime buddies and travel teammates.” We’ve gathered up 31 super-cute plushes including the Winnie the Pooh gang, Dumbo, Moana, Woody, Mike Wazowski and so much more. Whether you’re just caught up in nostalgia or looking for a gift, you’ll love these Disney Squishmallow characters!...

According to the AstroTwins, “Aquarius energy is innovative and avant-garde. From experimental electronic music to community-oriented living, there’s nothing that this sign won’t explore. As the sign that rules groups and teams, bringing people together around a social cause or political agenda is an Aquarian specialty. Aquarius energy is cutting-edge, out there and even a little strange at times.” Famous Aquarius celebrities Oprah Winfrey January 29, 1954 Oprah. Enough said…but we could also mention that the media mogul was the host of The Oprah Winfrey Show for over 20 seasons!...

So to help you plan one epic girls’ night in, in your very own home, we’ve rounded up 32 of the best girly cocktail recipes. Of course there are cosmos and margaritas. Plus frozen drinks, fruity drinks, chocolatey drinks and more. There are fun salt and sugar rims and lovely little garnishes, but feel free to take things to the next level with some hilarious GNI cocktail napkins. And if you don’t live solo?...

Some ideas are unique, some are practical, some are stylish and some help chase homesick vibes away. However, they all have one thing in common: They all make first-class presents for the friends and family in your life who are frequent flyers as opposed to homebodies. So now that countries are starting to open back up and people are starting to embrace their adventurous sides again, it’s the perfect chance to start buying travel-friendly gifts....

With puff pastry, you can make anything from an impressive Puff Pastry Antipasto Stromboli and savory salmon, to crunchy cheese snacks, savory sausage rolls, Pastelitos de Guayaba and more. Read on for what you need to know about this frozen shortcut, and then browse this collection of sweet and savory puff pastry recipes. They’ll inspire you to serve five-star dishes at your own kitchen table. Where to buy puff pastry Puff pastry is in the frozen food aisles of the grocery store....

While it’s obviously much worse to lose a loved one or be infected and hospitalized due to the illness, remember that just because the person next to you is in a full-body cast, it doesn’t mean your broken arm doesn’t hurt. If you’re struggling with the idea of bailing on long-awaited get-togethers due to omicron, you aren’t alone. If humor is one of your coping mechanisms (hello!), enjoy these omicron memes and memes about festive plans and omicron to at least get a silver lining from this frustratingly large, long, dark cloud....

Pals & Confidants Mask, $12.49, Redbubble It’s important to note that these fabric face masks are not medical grade and should not be worn in healthcare settings. They’re designed to maintain safety while social distancing out on walks, while grocery shopping and the like. Take a glance at the coolest face mask options. Don’t love any that you see? Fret not: Here’s a guide to making your own! And if you’re looking for the best masks for kids, we got ’em here!...

There’s new merch in the official Yellowstone store, as well as items from companies the show has partnered with. Check out the best Yellowstone gifts below. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned. Best Yellowstone Gifts Sorta Sweet Sorta Beth Dutton Holiday Fleece Sweatshirt, $37 at Yellowstone TV Shop This sweatshirt is a must for any female fan of the show because aren’t we all a little sweet with a little Beth Dutton mixed in?...

Here is our list of 40 funny and festive Christmas T-shirt sayings. Funny Christmas Sayings for Shirts The more wine, the more merry. I said, meet under the mistletoe; not, eat all of the cookie dough! How does sly fit into naughty or nice? Sorry, Santa. The cookies are gluten, dairy and sugar-free. Grandpa shot the reindeer that ran over Grandma, and put it on his wall. I’m cutting out the middleman and shopping for myself....

Next time you’ve got book club, a costume party, a school event or you’re just passing out Halloween candy, don one of the book character costumes we’ve gathered here. Better yet, rope your loved ones into it (that includes pets). You’ll get noticed by fellow readers and get swept away in the fun. Here, you’ll find costumes for adults, kids, toddlers, infants and furry friends so that everyone can be part of the story....

You think normal dad jokes are groan-worthy? Wait until they’re related to the Heavenly Father. These religious jokes are (sacra)ment to make you grin for what might seem like an eternity, and bring some laughter (and possible good-natured head shaking) to your day. Not only will the lighthearted Christian quips provide smiles before Bible study, they’ll have you passing the peace and passing the jokes to others at church! Call in the cavalry (not to be confused with calvary), because you’ll need help getting off the ground after chuckling through these puns about the Bible, puns about religion, and dad jokes about faith....

This Independence Day, if you want to skip hosting a barbecue, you can get free food from some eateries and snag some serious deals on meal kits to whip up something festive and delicious at home and get steep discounts on sweet treats for dessert. Want to skip crowds? You can even enjoy free fireworks at home (where legal, and please use them safely!) and more. Scope out our full list of July 4th freebies for 2022!...

Here are our favorite Christmas caption ideas for Instagram! Punny (and Funny) Christmas Instagram Captions Food and Drink Christmas Instagram Captions “More peppermint please.” “Maybe hot chocolate just wants to be called ‘beautiful chocolate’ just one time.” “Keep calm and eat latkes.” “Drink up, Grinches! It’s Christmas.” “Candy canes pair perfectly with red and white wine.” “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, but if the white runs out, I’ll drink the red....

Here, we have 50 best friend costume ideas that’ll make this Halloween a screamin’ good time for the two of you. From funny best friend costume ideas, like Bob Ross and his Happy Trees, to DIY ideas, like a couple of bottles of essential oils, this giant list is packed full of clever BFF Halloween costumes. So grab your favorite friend and peruse this slideshow for some Halloween costume ideas for two that you and your bestie are sure to love....

Since Starz has only aired five seasons, we didn’t want to get too far ahead of ourselves for those who only watch the TV series. But since part of book six was used in Season 5, we included quotes from the first six epic novels, many of which have been used in the scripts for the series. And with Season 6dropping on Starz on March 6, 2022, we thought it time to get back in the Highland spirit with our favorite quotes....