Jeanne Benedict

St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes

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Getting the jump on St. Patrick’s Day with these gorgeous green cupcakes for little kids with the Leprechaun Hat and big kids as well via the Beer Cupcake. Enjoy! St. Patrick’s Day Lucky Green Velvet and Gold Coin Cupcake Beer Cupcake St. Patrick’s Day Mint Chococlate Chip Cupcake St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Cupcake More St. […]

February 26, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Sauteed Blood Oranges on Roast Duck

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Blood oranges are such a gorgeous color! My neighbor dropped a bag of these gems on my doorstep the other day and I just had to make something. So, I picked up a duck from Whole Foods and created a belated Valentine’s Day dinner for my husband. The oranges are sauteed in brown sugar and […]

February 18, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Valentine’s Day Cupcakes

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I designed these chic cupcakes for those who want to whip up a little something lucious, sweet, and sparkly to give to their loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Most of the cupcake wraps are made out of scrapbook paper or plush fabric backed by cardstock with rhinestone stickers or brads decorating them. Victorian Red Velvet […]

February 10, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jeanne on The Ellen Degeneres Show for the Super Bowl (video)

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I had the best time with Ellen Degeneres on her big ol’ Super Bowl Show. Check out the hilarity of making spiked dips and trying to keep the libation in the bowl!

February 1, 2010 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Caviar Topped Triple Layer Cheese Torte

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O.K. I know I always say, “This is my favorite recipe!” But, really, truly, honestly, this one for a Caviar Topped Triple Layer Cheese Torte absolutely is! This is a total low-maintenance party food meaning that you set it out and walk away. With 100 servings of pure luciousness, you’ll have little buffet replenishing at […]

December 31, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jeanne on Regis and Kelly with a Holiday Cocktail Party (video)

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I can’t say enough great things about Regis & Kelly. They are so gracious, and I had such an amazing time on there show. I hope to be back soon!

December 18, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Snowman Mashed Potatoes

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I made this little snowman today and snapped a shot with my new camera! Here’s how to make him: Snowman Mashed Potatoes Mashed potatoes (stiff) Small and large olives Roasted red pepper (from jar) Chow mein noodles Carrot 1. Form mashed potatoes into the balls for the snowman’s body using your hands. Stack the snowman […]

December 9, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Christmas Tree Crudite’

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Ever since I created this Christmas Tree Crudite idea for a holiday appearance on Live with Regis and Kelly, I’ve been wanting to reconstruct it to take a photo and post it on my a blog. I received more questions about how to make this crudites display from the TV segment than any other food […]

December 7, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

“Boo” Spaghetti

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My 6-year-old daughter eats pasta and not much else. I came up with this simple idea to make sure she would have a full tummy before trick-or-treating. 1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions, making sure to keep some long noodles intact, as opposed to breaking them to fit into the pot. 2. Line a […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Halloween Chicken Soup in a Pumpkin with Bat Grilled Cheese

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A wee pumpkin full of soup makes a great bowl for the classic chicken noodle with Halloween “bat” grilled cheese sandwiches. 1. Find a small pumpkin to be a soup bowl. Cut a lid out of the pumpkin and scoop out the pumpkin’s pulp and seeds from inside. 2. Use a bat or Halloween shaped […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jack O’ Lantern Cheeseburgers

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These happy Halloween cheesebrugers are sure to put a smile on the faces of the little ghosts and goblins! 1. Cheese slices cut into the shape of a Jack O’Lantern top burgers for a super simple Halloween meal! 2. Use a pumpkin or Jack O’Lantern cookie cutter to cut out shapes from American or cheddar […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Witch Obento Box

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Many are familiar with classic wooden obento boxes where compartments hold a balanced Japanese meal for the diner. The tradition of creating a “bento” box for children so that they may enjoy a nutritious homemade and artistic meal for lunch at school has migrated from Japan to the United States. This bewitching Halloween obento is […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Ghostadas

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Tortillas are so easy to work with and ideal for Halloween. The topper on this Ghost-ada is a flour tortilla cut into the shape of a ghost with a couple of holes for his eyes and mouth. 1. Cut flour tortillas into ghost shapes. Place ghosts on a baking sheet and cook for 5 to […]

October 26, 2009 CONTINUE READING THIS POST →

Jeanne’s Mad Lab Halloween Party Segment on The Bonnie Hunt Show (video)

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Bonnie Hunt is so funny and quick. This mad lab Halloween party segment went awry when she smeared chocolate on her face — I just went with it and loved every minute!

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