Many people are reluctant to learn or perform CPR because they think it’s too difficult or they are apprehensive about doing mouth-to-mouth. Forty-four percent of adults say they would not perform CPR because they’re not confident in their ability, according to a national American Heart Association survey conducted in 2008. However, there’s a two-step technique called Hands-Only CPR that we should all learn. The technique involves calling 9-1-1 and pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest until professional help arrives. Image: Hands-Only CPR “For years the survival rate from sudden cardiac arrest has been abysmal,” said Clyde Yancy, M.D., American Heart Association president. “Bystanders hold the... [Read more]

Instead of eggnog in your mug this holiday season, make these delicious Eggnog Truffles. These rich truffles are easy to make, using white baking chocolate, cream cheese and spices from McCormick. Prep Time: 25 minutes Refrigerate: 5 hours Image: Courtesy of McCormick Ingredients: 1 pound white baking chocolate, divided 4 ounces (1/2 package) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Ground Nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Imitation Rum Extract McCormick Ground Nutmeg (for sprinkling) Directions: Melt 8 ounces of the chocolate as directed on package. Beat cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, nutmeg and extract in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended and smooth. Add melted chocolate;... [Read more]

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. That means it’s time to bake cookies! Instead of plain old sugar cookies, try these candy cake sugar cookies instead. Recipe and image courtesy of BHG.com. Makes: 6 to 7 dozen, 2-inch or 4 dozen, 4-inch cookies Prep: 30 minutes Chill: 30 minutes Bake: 7 minutes per batch Image: BHG.com Candy Cane Sugar Cookies Ingredients: 2/3 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 tablespoon milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 recipe Powdered Sugar Icing* and/or 1 recipe Creamy White Frosting (optional) Creamy White Icing Sanding sugar and/or small hard peppermint candies Red food coloring (optional) Directions: 1. Preheat oven... [Read more]

Chipotle chicken is a popular dish in restaurants around the country. If you love chipotle, try this recipe for delicious chicken tacos at home. This recipe uses avocados, cucumbers, red onion and other great ingredients. This recipe was created by chef Curtis Stone for the Hass Avocado Board. © Courtesy of the Hass Avocado Board Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Hass Avocado and Cucumber Relish Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 Tbsp. finely chopped red onion 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped 2 Tbsp. honey 2 medium, vine-ripened tomatoes, cored, seeded and diced 2 green onions, finely sliced 2 cups coarsely shredded roasted... [Read more]

Gingerbread is a holiday tradition for many families. McCormick offers three ways to use their recipe for gingerbread cookie dough. Your kids will love the gingerbread men. But if you are like me, you’ll adore the Gingerbread Whoopie Pies with Lemon Creme. Let’s start with the dough… Gingerbread Cookie Dough Prep Time: 20 minutes Refrigerate: 4 hours Ingredients: 3 cups flour 2 teaspoons McCormick Ground Ginger 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Ground Nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup molasses 1 egg Directions: Mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt in large bowl. Beat butter and brown... [Read more]