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Just Your Style with Quacker Factory! Chat With Patrick on February 3rd From 6 – 7 PM ET!

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Hello, ladies! Patrick Hoy from Quacker Factory here, and I’m ready to chat with you for a whole hour today, February 3rd, from 6 – 7 PM ET!

Since today is the Just Your Style event on QVC and tomorrow is National Quacker Day and millions of Quackers will be watching and celebrating, it got me thinking about what makes up the ‘style’ of Quackers. Jeanne Bice used to ask the following question:

“What makes a woman Quack in broad daylight?!”

So, other than the fact that you love to wear Quacker Factory clothing, what do you think best describes what Quackers have in common – in other words:

What makes a Quacker a Quacker?!?!

If you had to describe to a total stranger what a Quacker was, what one to five words would you use to describe what she’s all about, the woman she is, and what makes her and her style so special?

Join me beginning at 6 PM ET today, and I’ll be reading some of your answers on air! I’ll also be sharing with you what Jeanne Bice used to say is the ‘style’ of a Quacker and what makes a Quacker a Quacker – so you do not want to miss our show!

See you at 6 PM!


A QVC Photo Shoot - How Do You Say Cheese?

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Today was a fun day! It was time for new QVC publicity shots, so I was the "model". The planning that goes into creating a photo spread is amazing. You might think it's a simple point and shoot, but it is quite an elaborate production. Not only is there a photographer, but an entire team of talented people who make it all happen.

It started with my "story board" -- a compilation of pictures with colors, styles and attitudes crafted by Carol, our Creative Director. It was an outline of how we would convey the essence of who I am and what I like. Her vision was terrific and made it easy for me to relax and have fun.

My "Story Board"

Of course, with any photo shoot, proper lighting is a must. The light was not aimed directly at me. It actually hit the silver umbrella and then bounced back to me. This is what's known as "soft lighting" and is most flattering. I bet it's safe to assume that most women over thirty-something would appreciate soft lighting.

Soft Lighting

Great care is taken when it comes to what to wear. Working with Toi, our Senior Fashion Stylist, was great. She did a fabulous job choosing my outfits. Here is one of the "casual" looks we went with. I love the safari jacket, striped shirt and of course, you know this girl loves her heels.

Wardrobe by Toi

And what photo shoot would be complete without a hair and make-up stylist on set? Not only did Dina get me camera ready, but she stayed the whole time and made adjustments as needed. My hair and lipstick needed a few touch-ups.

Then the fun was on! Carol has such a knack for bringing out raw, genuine emotion, smiles and laughter. I would love to tell you some of the fun ice breakers we played, but I don't want to spoil the fun and surprise for the other hosts. But I can tell you that I explained (in great detail) how I would assemble the "perfect" taco and what super power I would choose.

Upbeat music played in the background and truth be told, I busted more than one move ...... we all did! The mood was light and fun and we were really happy with the outcome.

Keep smiling and I'll "see" you in the morning!

All my best,

Leah


Chocolate-Dusted Fries, Beer & Chocolate, & Mini Meatball Stromboli--Bring on Game Day!!

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Hello, foodies…

Happy Chinese New Year! I hope you enjoyed our egg rolls and special blog from our girl Tovi earlier this week.

Who’s ready for the big game!? The food, the football, the commercials, and…did I mention the food? Whether you’re off to a party, you’re hosting a party, or it’ll be a quiet Sunday for you, I urge you to seek out some recipe ideas on QVC.com. Search “David’s Recipes” or “David’s Main Menu” and I think you’ll be happy with what you find. And, hopefully you’ll find more delicious inspiration right here in today’s post!

First thing’s first, I must wish you a happy February! “Stuff-It” month has come to an end, but February just so happens to be National Chocolate Month. Thus, we’ve worked some form of chocolate into every recipe throughout the month on In the Kitchen with David and you’re in for some sweet—and salty—surprises! Here’s the first recipe of the month: Chocolate-Dusted Fries.

Chocolate-Dusted Fries

Chocolate-Dusted Fries

This recipe is prepared using the Emeril by T-Fal Stainless Steel Deep Fryer (K40144).

Go to David's Recipe Item Page for the full list of items that David has used in his recipes.

Ingredients:

1 lb shoestring-style French fries
1 Tbsp instant chocolate pudding mix
1 Tbsp dark chocolate, finely grated
1/8 tsp instant coffee, crushed between fingers
Pinch of cayenne pepper

Directions:

Fill a deep fryer or a deep-sided pot halfway full with oil and heat to 375°F.

While the oil is heating, combine the chocolate pudding mix, dark chocolate, instant coffee, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.

Place the French fries into the hot oil and cook until golden brown. Place the fries in a large bowl and toss with about 1/3 of the chocolate mixture. Repeat 2 more times, or until fries are fully coated.

Now that you’ve got your game-day fries (which by the way, are absolutely addictive), I’m sure you’re gonna want something to wash them down. A beer, perhaps? I’ve been trying to broaden my beer horizons, foodies. So, I asked Ryan DeLutis, Brewmaster and a partner at The Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey, PA for a little beer wisdom—not to mention some insight on pairing beer and chocolate. After all, Hersey is the “Sweetest Place on Earth!”

Ryan De Lutis

(Say, “Hi, Ryan!”)

DV: What would you say to someone who doesn’t like beer?
RL: I would say that you can't possibly hate every different flavor of ice cream! Beers come in so many flavors and styles, from spicy and hoppy to sweet and malty. There are dark chocolate beers, light fruity ales, just about something for every taste. Please don't base a dislike for beer solely upon a dislike for light American lagers. The craft beer industry has so much more to offer than the macro producers.

DV: Do chocolate and beer go together?
RL: Chocolate enhances some of the best parts of wine and beer. When beer is made, we start with a process called the mash which converts the starches in grain to fermentable sugar. These grains are kilned to different levels of roastiness, much like coffee beans. When you get into brown ales, porters, and stouts, we use highly kilned malts like chocolate malt, black patent malt, and roasted barley. These flavors meld perfectly with chocolate.

DV: Any advice on how you should serve beer and chocolate?
RL: Depends on the person. I personally like to take a sip of the beer, swallow, then eat the chocolate. Next bite, I'll reverse the process to see if I get anything different from the experience.

DV: You mentioned dark chocolate beer earlier…how does one make chocolate beer?
RL: When building a chocolate beer, there are several ways to infuse flavor. Beer can be aged on cacao nibs to give it a dark chocolate flavor. Bittersweet chocolate can also be melted in the boil. When using these methods, I like to sweeten the beer with lactose, a nonfermentable milk sugar, and balance with some vanilla bean to round out the flavor.

DV: What are some things to look for if you’re looking for a dessert beer?
RL: I look for a beer that is made with dessert flavors. Chocolate, fruit, vanilla, coffee, spices... I usually do not look towards hoppy beers like pale ales or IPAs. I need a beer with some residual sweetness to pair with my dessert.

The Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey

That’s the Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey, PA. If you’re in the area, stop by! They’ve got the best of both worlds with unusual wines, hard cider, and unique craft beer. Thanks for your wisdom, Ryan!

Okay, cocoa dusted fries—check. Craft beer—check. I just need one more recipe to make this the most delicious game day ever...A-HA! How about my Mini Meatball Stromboli?

 

Foodies, QVC’s annual Sterling Designer Gallery runs all day Sunday, so there’s no In the Kitchen with David. But hopefully you’ve got some cooking planned. And, here’s a blog question to noodle over: how do you spice up your French fries? Do you sprinkle Old Bay seasoning on them? Do you dip or top them in melty cheese? Maybe you add pulled pork, barbecue sauce, and caramelized onions to your fries? Post your creations on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, or Instagram—whatever you’re keeping up with nowadays. I’ll see you tomorrow for Saturday Morning Q and then again this Wednesday at 8pm ET.

Keep it flavorful!
—David

P.S. Groundhog Day is also this Sunday! Let’s hope Punxatawney Phil does NOT see his shadow. I am ready for an early spring. Keep your fingers—and toes—crossed!

All During A Snowy Holiday Weekend

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Well, it’s official…. My husband has managed to be out of town for every single snow storm over the last 5 years. SERIOUSLY?!?!?!  How on earth did I draw the short straw?  I would love to say that I’m building character and perseverance; but in reality, I’m only building biceps and a better winter wardrobe to accommodate sub-zero temperatures. I’ve blown snow, shoveled snow, and now swept snow!

Yes, you heard me right…”swept” snow.  Ironically, I saw Roxanne DePalma on air for a Garden Event with a broom. In a passing moment, she said I could “even sweep snow.”  (I did a little internal snort in disbelief.) But I really like Roxanne and have enjoyed everything else she’s brought to the Q, so I picked one up anyway--- I figured if nothing else, I’d use it once we’d thawed out. This past weekend, I had to opportunity to test drive it and was blown away at how efficient it was at getting all the powdery snow off the walkway and steps! So as a note for all of you shoveling away, this broom works wonders and I highly suggest checking it out!

In addition to no Hubby at home, Nana and I had 3 children, 2 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and 3 cats all cozied in…. and BORED…. For 5 days!  Needless to say, we had a few “moments.”  We ran out of movies and activities waaaay before we ran out of hours in the day.

Where shall I start???  How about with Biggest Little deciding to cut the dog’s hair….  So, I’ve just come in from shoveling and am sitting at the table with a cup of coffee.  In pounces Jonah (one of the dogs).  I look and then look again.  Jonah is naked.  In walks Biggest Little… beaming I might add.  “Mom, look what I did for you… I gave Jonah a haircut.  Isn’t he handsome.”

Me: Uh, No.  No he’s not handsome… he’s cold.  It’s below zero.  We don’t groom the dogs in the winter for a reason.

Little: Seriously Mom, I was trying to do something nice.  You have to admit I did a good job.

Jonah: Tail down and looking sheepish…. He knows he looks a mess

Me: Wait, wait, wait…. Where and with WHAT did you shave the dog???

Little: Oh, don’t worry, I thought ahead about the mess; so I put the dog in your bathtub and used Dad’s electric shaver.

--To say that I lost all blood flow and color in that instant would be putting the situation mildly—

I get up and start the ascent to my bathroom to assess the situation.  And, Yes, Biggest Little had actually placed a 65 pound dog (with 65 pound course dog hair) into my Jacuzzi tub and shaved him.  There were hair balls everywhere.  At this point, I am counting to 100 in my brain.  I’ve started deep meditative breaths; and am thinking of ways not to self- destruct. 

Little: See, mom,  I told you I took care of it.  There isn’t any hair on the floor.  It’s all in the bathtub.  I was able to wash most of it down the drain.”  --she was so proud of herself.

She had NO clue that she had quite possibly ruined the bathtub and clogged our already half frozen pipes.  I called the plumber.  He told me to start with a drain cleaner because I was too far down the list with the snow storm for a house call.  Thankfully, I had extra packets of the Green Gobbler in the garage. Under normal circumstances, I would only use one packet. Today called for two; and I was ready with a third if need be. Fortunately, it only took two packets and all of us lived to tell the tale.  Although, Hubby did need a new electric shaver as his was now toast.

Movies, I thought….movies are safe! Surely, I can put on a movie and let the Littles eat popcorn. I figured this would give me 2 hours to get some things done around the house----keep in mind that I still have to go to work.  So I download the Lord of the Rings trilogy from Netflix and start the search for microwave popcorn.  BIG score, not only did I find Microwave Butter popcorn; but I also found Microwave kettle corn.  I get each one their own bowl, a water bottle, and a down throw.  I’m feeling like Mom of the Moment….Life is perfect….. for about 20 minutes.

From my office, I can hear the boisterous cacophony of sound billowing down the hall.  At 7, 9, and 14; surely they can work out amongst themselves whatever is askew, right?!?!?  So I wait and listen.  It becomes immensely clear that there are no less than 3 conversations occurring at once---with each one pleading his/her case.

***"Volume’s too loud."  "No it’s not loud enough."  "Turn the Bose Solo on."
"Mom said not past Volume 19."  "You got more popcorn than me."  "How come I didn’t get a bigger blanket?"  "Did you get juice, I only have water?"***

These were all sounding very normal-ish for sibling rivalry, right? What actually got me out of my chair was Littlest Little’s voice rising above the others; and as I walked into the room, I discovered that the voice was accompanied by one hand on a hip and the other wagging in the direction of the older two….. “I am NOT waiting until Summer Time, either you tell me now, or I’m telling Mom.”

I should interject that by this time of the day, I’ve turned Deep Sighing into an Olympic Sport; with a close second going to Extra Ocular Activity--- and at that exact moment, I was sure they rolled back far enough to get stuck in my brain.

Upon seeing me enter the room, each Little began pleading his/her case at the same time. 

Biggest:  Littlest asks too many questions and we keep missing the movie

Middle (the peacemaker and rule follower): I told them about Volume 19.

Littlest: I don’t know what Gollum says and how am I supposed to know if I should be scared or not if I have to wait until summer time for them to explain it.

We are now all looking blankly at Littlest, who has a history of making no sense at all. “Start from the beginning , please,” I say. 

Littlest:  It’s just like I told you, I don’t know what Gollum is saying and those two, said they would explain it in summer time….

Biggest:  Noooo.  We-did- not- say “summer time.”  We said “some other time.”  We said we would explain it to you some other time!

*** More sighing.  More extra ocular activity***

At this point, wer're only on day 2 of 5, and I am more than ready for everyone to head back to school and work {#emotions_dlg.biggrin}. I don’t think I can stand one more minute of this so-called “rest and relaxation” at home!

I will have to keep you posted on any new activity around the house. I'm hoping that the weather warms up soon before the next dog (or quite possibly next family member) undergoes an impulse hair cut courtesy of Biggest Little. PLEASE feel free to share any and all remedies you might have for children suffering from snowed in boredom, as I'm sure you've either lived through it once or at least doing so now! 

Seeking Advice: How To Cure A "Little" Snow Day Boredom?

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Well, it’s official…. My husband has managed to be out of town for every single snow storm over the last 5 years. SERIOUSLY?!?!?!  How on earth did I draw the short straw?  I would love to say that I’m building character and perseverance; but in reality, I’m only building biceps and a better winter wardrobe to accommodate sub-zero temperatures. I’ve blown snow, shoveled snow, and now swept snow!

Yes, you heard me right…”swept” snow.  Ironically, I saw Roxanne DePalma on air for a Garden Event with a broom. In a passing moment, she said I could “even sweep snow.”  (I did a little internal snort in disbelief.) But I really like Roxanne and have enjoyed everything else she’s brought to the Q, so I picked one up anyway--- I figured if nothing else, I’d use it once we’d thawed out. This past weekend, I had the opportunity to test drive it and was blown away at how efficient it was at getting all the powdery snow off the walkway and steps! So as a note for all of you shoveling away, this broom works wonders and I highly suggest checking it out!

In addition to no Hubby at home, Nana and I had 3 children, 2 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and 3 cats all cozied in…. and BORED…. For 5 days!  Needless to say, we had a few “moments.”  We ran out of movies and activities waaaay before we ran out of hours in the day.

Where shall I start???  How about with Biggest Little deciding to cut the dog’s hair….  So, I’ve just come in from shoveling and am sitting at the table with a cup of coffee.  In pounces Jonah (one of the dogs).  I look and then look again.  Jonah is naked.  In walks Biggest Little… beaming I might add.  “Mom, look what I did for you… I gave Jonah a haircut.  Isn’t he handsome.”

Me: Uh, No.  No he’s not handsome… he’s cold.  It’s below zero.  We don’t groom the dogs in the winter for a reason.

Little: Seriously Mom, I was trying to do something nice.  You have to admit I did a good job.

Jonah: Tail down and looking sheepish…. He knows he looks a mess

Me: Wait, wait, wait…. Where and with WHAT did you shave the dog???

Little: Oh, don’t worry, I thought ahead about the mess; so I put the dog in your bathtub and used Dad’s electric shaver.

--To say that I lost all blood flow and color in that instant would be putting the situation mildly—

I get up and start the ascent to my bathroom to assess the situation.  And, Yes, Biggest Little had actually placed a 65 pound dog (with 65 pound course dog hair) into my Jacuzzi tub and shaved him.  There were hair balls everywhere.  At this point, I am counting to 100 in my brain.  I’ve started deep meditative breaths; and am thinking of ways not to self- destruct. 

Little: See, mom,  I told you I took care of it.  There isn’t any hair on the floor.  It’s all in the bathtub.  I was able to wash most of it down the drain.”  --she was so proud of herself.

She had NO clue that she had quite possibly ruined the bathtub and clogged our already half frozen pipes.  I called the plumber.  He told me to start with a drain cleaner because I was too far down the list with the snow storm for a house call.  Thankfully, I had extra packets of the Green Gobbler in the garage. Under normal circumstances, I would only use one packet. Today called for two; and I was ready with a third if need be. Fortunately, it only took two packets and all of us lived to tell the tale.  Although, Hubby did need a new electric shaver as his was now toast.

Movies, I thought….movies are safe! Surely, I can put on a movie and let the Littles eat popcorn. I figured this would give me 2 hours to get some things done around the house----keep in mind that I still have to go to work.  So I download the Lord of the Rings trilogy from Netflix and start the search for microwave popcorn.  BIG score, not only did I find Microwave Butter popcorn; but I also found Microwave kettle corn.  I get each one their own bowl, a water bottle, and a down throw.  I’m feeling like Mom of the Moment….Life is perfect….. for about 20 minutes.

(Biggest Little took this pic during said 20 minute peace treaty.)

From my office, I can hear the boisterous cacophony of sound billowing down the hall.  At 7, 9, and 14; surely they can work out amongst themselves whatever is askew, right?!?!?  So I wait and listen.  It becomes immensely clear that there are no less than 3 conversations occurring at once---with each one pleading his/her case.

***"Volume’s too loud."  "No it’s not loud enough."  "Turn the Bose Solo on."
"Mom said not past Volume 19."  "You got more popcorn than me."  "How come I didn’t get a bigger blanket?"  "Did you get juice, I only have water?"***

These were all sounding very normal-ish for sibling rivalry, right? What actually got me out of my chair was Littlest Little’s voice rising above the others; and as I walked into the room, I discovered that the voice was accompanied by one hand on a hip and the other wagging in the direction of the older two….. “I am NOT waiting until Summer Time, either you tell me now, or I’m telling Mom.”

I should interject that by this time of the day, I’ve turned Deep Sighing into an Olympic Sport; with a close second going to Extra Ocular Activity--- and at that exact moment, I was sure they rolled back far enough to get stuck in my brain.

Upon seeing me enter the room, each Little began pleading his/her case at the same time. 

Biggest:  Littlest asks too many questions and we keep missing the movie

Middle (the peacemaker and rule follower): I told them about Volume 19.

Littlest: I don’t know what Gollum says and how am I supposed to know if I should be scared or not if I have to wait until summer time for them to explain it.

We are now all looking blankly at Littlest, who has a history of making no sense at all. “Start from the beginning , please,” I say. 

Littlest:  It’s just like I told you, I don’t know what Gollum is saying and those two, said they would explain it in summer time….

Biggest:  Noooo.  We-did- not- say “summer time.”  We said “some other time.”  We said we would explain it to you some other time!

*** More sighing.  More extra ocular activity***

At this point, wer're only on day 2 of 5, and I am more than ready for everyone to head back to school and work. I don’t think I can stand one more minute of this so-called “rest and relaxation” at home!

I will have to keep you posted on any new activity around the house. I'm hoping that the weather warms up soon before the next dog (or quite possibly next family member) undergoes an impulse hair cut courtesy of Biggest Little. PLEASE feel free to share any and all remedies you might have for children suffering from snowed in boredom, as I'm sure you've either lived through it once or at least doing so now! 

Mary Beth's Menu - Big Game Day Punch

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I decided to make Evergreen Punch for the Big Game. The basic recipe is a terrific green color and is perfect for Christmas or St. Patrick's Day. However, today I added blueberries and mandarin oranges to the ice cubes so both team colors would be represented.

Evergreen Punch

  • 2 to 3 trays of ice cubes
  • 1/2 gallon lime sherbet
  • 6 liters chilled lemon-lime soda

Place ice cubes in a punch bowl, then add the cold soda and scoop in the sherbet. Serve with a ladle.

Get creative and add fruit to ice cubes the night before and/or use different flavors of sherbet, keeping in mind the colors might mix together.

Enjoy!

Are you cheering for the Broncos or the Seahawks?

Counting our blessings,

Mary Beth Roe

What’s your style?

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What’s your style? Classic? Comfy? Cutting Edge? Somewhere in between? No matter what your style, all day February 3, 2014, QVC is celebrating “Just Your Style”… Leah, Pat, Jennifer, Jayne, Courtney, and Sharon sharing their style and how they paired it with the Women with Control Slim Leg Ankle Pants.

Let us know what your style is!

Leah Williams: My style is classic with a "pop". So I paired the black WWC Slim Ankle Pant with a jacket in a bold color!

Pat James-Dementri: My style in three words-comfy, classic and coordinated.  I love to invest in classic pieces that will help me build a wardrobe of basics...I then like to freshen my look each season with some fun shoes, accessories and must have pieces to update my look each season...

Jennifer Coffey:  My style: classic, timeless, fun! I believe trends are great but knowing what makes you feel beautiful is what really matters.

Jayne Brown: Three words to describe my style. Colorful, comfy and active. I believe strong and confident is sexy!  

Courtney Cason: My style is classic with an edge.  I love using an essential as my base and creating as many styles as possible with accessories.  Fashion tells a story and I love this ankle pant because it can keep up with whoever you want to be.

Sharon Faetsch: My way to wear them would be upscale casual, but very bright and fresh to feel more like early spring.  I’m over the winter weather!

What Colors Your World? Share Your Story for a Chance to Win!

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Hi tartelettes!

Now that Spring is on its way, my sons and I are getting ready to spend time in our backyard to begin planting seeds for the season. Each year we grow our own vegetable and herb garden and then use our homegrown goodies to cook fresh and healthy meals. It's so nice to know exactly where our food is coming from, and it’s a really easy way to get the kids excited about vegetables! Sully and Finn have so much fun picking the fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, and eggplant, and I love seeing their faces as they literally relish in the fruits of their labor.

Sourcing healthy, natural ingredients from the Earth colors my world and brings me true joy in so many ways. I look forward to sharing this colored clay journey with you, and finding out what colors your world!

 

Xoxo,

Maureen

 

What Colors Your World? Whether it’s playing with your pet or sneaking away to read in a quiet corner of the house, we want to know what simple pleasures in life bring color to YOUR world.

Share your story by simply replying to this blog.

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Mom To Mom - How Do You Celebrate Valentine's Day?

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Valentine’s Day holds a special place in my heart for obvious reasons, but did you know Mark and I actually met on Valentine’s Day? Yes indeed, 32 years ago this Friday and we were married just a little over one year later.  And I can honestly say, I am just as much in love with him today, if not more, than I was more than three decades ago. Now, I’m not saying it is perfect, no marriage is, and it’s not always that crazy turn-your-stomach-upside-down kind of love after all these years. However, it is comfortable like your favorite blankie kind of love! He is my best friend, my confidant, my strength and protector, the one I turn to and lean on when things don’t go so well and the one I turn to first to share in good news.  I cannot imagine a life without him and it seems he’s always been a part of my life. I thank God for Mark and my children every day!

Celebrating the holiday of love has certainly changed for us throughout the years, as I’m certain it has for most couples with children. When we were first married, Mark and I would always go out for a romantic dinner, just the two of us. We would hold hands, share dessert and talk about our hopes and dreams both as a couple and as individuals. It was a magical time of wonderment and being young and in love. We always knew we would be together forever and looked forward to things to come.

As we started to build a family, we became more conscious of our roles as parents and our Valentine’s Day celebrations turned from “couple’s love” to “family love”. We always included the children somehow depending on their ages and what they liked … whether it was a little box of chocolate at their spot at the dinner table, a stuffed animal or a card, we always let them know how much they were loved.  And our romantic dinners out, turned to family dinners in with our children, our biggest blessings. It wasn’t about what we ate so much anymore, but who was around our table. From highchairs, to boosters to grown adult children, we continue to be blessed as a couple, as parents and as servants of our Lord.

So whoever you celebrate this Valentine’s Day with and whatever you do, we wish you lots of love and peace and sure, even a dessert or two! ; )

Counting our blessings!

Mary Beth

Nutella-Filled Cupcakes & White Chocolate Mac N' Sweet Mascarpone! It's Chocolate Month!

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Hello, foodies…

I hope you all went to bed last night with a full belly and a new favorite game-day commercial. There are tons of reviews online today—many of which include links to the ads that aired last night. If you missed the game, at least check out a few of the ads. And you’ll want to specifically look for one with a cute little dog and great big horse. That’s all am saying.

Now, if you didn't get a chance to try my Chocolate-Dusted Fries this past weekend, then Wednesday’s recipe—my Nutella-Filled Cupcakes—will be your unofficial kick off to National Chocolate Month and I hope you’re as excited as I am—these are terrific, foodies!

Nutella-Filled Cupcakes

Nutella-Filled Cupcakes
Makes 18 cupcakes

This recipe is prepared using the KitchenAid 10-Speed Tilt-Head Stand Mixer (K37867).

Go to David's Recipe Item Page for the full list of items that David has used in his recipes.

Ingredients:

1-1/3 cups cake flour
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1-1/2 cups light brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup hot coffee
1 (26.5-oz) jar Nutella spread
2 oz hazelnuts, toasted and chopped

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line 2 (12-cup) muffin pans with paper cupcake liners.

Gently whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.

Cream the butter, sugar, and vanilla until fully combined in the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment. Add in the eggs and mix until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.

Add in the dry ingredient mixture, alternating with the sour cream, and mix on low speed until all ingredients are combined. Slowly add the hot coffee and mix on low speed until fully incorporated, scrapping the bowl as necessary.

Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake pan, filling the liners about 3/4 full. Bake on the bottom rack of the oven for 20–22 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center of the cupcake comes out clean.

Remove the pans from the oven and place on a cooling rack. Let cool for only 10 minutes. Meanwhile, fill a pastry bag, fitted with a large star tip, with the Nutella. Pipe the inside of each cupcake from the top, with enough filling to equal about 1 to 1-1/2 Tbsp.

After the filled cupcakes have cooled completely, pipe a rosette with the remaining Nutella on top and sprinkle with the chopped hazelnuts.

Did you notice you don’t have to hollow these cupcakes out to fill them? So many recipes require some messy preparation before filling, but not these cupcakes. Because you’re filling them when they’re still warm, the Nutella will soak right into the cake, making it ooey, gooey, rich, and moist.

On days like today (and by today, I mean snowy—there are at least 6" of snow on the ground here in the West Chester, PA area!) I love to make recipes that take a little extra time. My Nutella-Filled Cupcakes fit a snow-day bill perfectly, as would making your own Chocolate Hazelnut Spread. Of course our friends at America’s Test Kitchen just so happen to have a recipe for such a treat.

Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread
Makes 1-1/2 cups

Make today; enjoy immediately.

Ingredients:

2 cups hazelnuts
1 cup (4 ounces) confectioners’ sugar
1/3 cup (1 ounce) unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons hazelnut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Place hazelnuts in single layer on rimmed baking sheet and roast until fragrant and dark brown, 12 to 15 minutes, rotating sheet halfway through roasting. Transfer hazelnuts to medium bowl. When hazelnuts are cool enough to handle, place second medium bowl on top and shake vigorously to remove skins.

2. Process peeled hazelnuts in food processor until their oil is released and they form a smooth, loose paste, about 5 minutes, scraping down sides of bowl often.

3. Add sugar, cocoa, oil, vanilla, and salt and process until fully incorporated and mixture begins to loosen slightly and becomes glossy, about 2 minutes, scraping down sides of bowl as needed.

4. Transfer spread to jar with tight-fitting lid. Chocolate-hazelnut spread can be stored at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 1 month.

Speaking of ooey gooey, I’ve got another mac & cheese recipe for you as we continue our year-long celebration of my all-time favorite dish. Last month we stuffed a grilled cheese sandwich with mac & cheese. This month, to support National Chocolate Month, we’re making a one-of-a-kind: White Chocolate Mac & Sweet Mascarpone. That’s right—a sweet mac & cheese!

White Chocolate Mac N' Sweet Mascarpone

For the rest of the year, we'll keep our special mac & cheese recipes housed right at the top of my recipe page so you can find them easily. I hope you make each recipe at least once!

Before I close, it seems only fitting to talk about Nutella in our blog question today. Foodies, what’s the verdict: do you love Nutella? And if so, how do you eat it? On warm toast? With fruit like apples or strawberries? Or, do you drizzle it on ice cream and add your favorite toppings? I like a little of all three—and stuffing it in to cupcakes, of course! I’ll see you Wednesday onIn the Kitchen with David at 8pm ET.

Keep it flavorful!
—David

New Collagen Bomb Will Blow You Away

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Is your skin aging? Time to get “bombed!”

Time Bomb antiaging skin care is back this February and I'm thrilled to help you reverse the look of aging skin with an amazing formula. You'll be blown away by our newest secret weapon for your skin: Collagen Bomb Essential Skin Fuel (A254603). We first launched this breakthrough formula in the UK, and its success has been explosive! It's loaded with skin-loving ingredients.

Time Bomb Duo

My great friend Lulu (you might remember her song "To Sir with Love") will be presenting Collagen Bomb Essential Skin Fuel on February 11 at 8pm ET.

Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to help get your skin back to its peak performance. It’ll be a blast!

 

Cheers!

—Gail Federici, Time Bomb CEO

Mary Beth's Menu - A Sweetheart Of A Meal

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Here's a Valentine's Menu consisting of a salad, stuffed mushrooms, pork chops and a coconut cake. I hope you enjoy it and remember, cooking should be fun, so experiment and let your creative side shine. 

For the salad, I just used a spring mix and added cherry tomatoes and yellow peppers. I thought the colors worked really well together.

Stuffed Mushrooms











Ingredients

The original name of this next dish is, Pork Chops Stuffed, but after making it again, I am considering changing it to, "Smothered Pork Chops".

Ingredients

  • 2 cans cream style corn
  • 1 bag Stove Stop stuffing
  • 5 oz. can sliced water chestnuts
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 8 boneless pork chops
  • 1/2 cup butter
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.

In a mixing bowl, stir together the cream corn, stuffing, onion and water chestnuts. Set aside.

Melt the butter in a 9" x 13" baking dish. Place pork chops on top of the melted butter.

Spoon the stuffing mixture on top of the pork chops.

Cover tightly with foil and bake for 1-1/2 hours. Remove foil and continue to bake for one more hour.

As you can see from the photos, I only baked 4 pork chops, so I just cut all the ingredient measurements in half. : ) 

Coconut Cake

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1 small package vanilla instant pudding mix
  • 1-1/3 cup of water
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 vegetable oil
  • 2 cups flaked coconut
  • 1 cup chopped nuts, of your choice (I generally use walnuts)

Blend cake mix, pudding mix, water, eggs and vegetable oil in a large mixing bowl on medium speed for about 4 minutes.

Hand stir in coconut and nuts.

Pour into 2 or 3 greased and floured 9-inch layer pans (depending on if you want a two or a three layered cake. I made two this time.

Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Let cool in pans for at least 15 minutes then remove and completely cool on rack or counter top.

I usually frost with a homemade coconut cream cheese frosting (I will share the recipe another time), but I was short on time and mixed 2 cans of white fluffy Betty Crocker frosting with one and half cups of flaked coconut. Be careful not to add too much coconut or the frosting will be too thick and hard to spread.

I added maraschino cherries for decoration.

Big day coming up and it’s all about YOU!

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Snow

Here in PA lately, the snow just won’t let up. But a little winter weather can’t stop us! It’s a special week here at Temp-tations, with tons of upcoming shows. That means a lot of extra excitement in the air. So, move over, polar vortex. We’ve got work to do!

But, really, how can I call it work? Temp-tations has always been a labor of love for me. It’s about my mom and the memories we share together. It’s about you and giving you a way to really connect with those you love. And when I hear just how much you love Temp-tations, too, it just makes me want to bring you more of what you’re asking for!

In fact, that’s what this week’s special day is all about. I took all the things you’ve been telling me you want and need – like new round bakers, versatile bowls (because I know you love them) and matching Lid-Its for every bowl and baker in the set…PLUS fresh new colors guaranteed to chase the winter blues away. Then I pulled all your must-haves together into a 13-piece set in the most-requested patterns of Old World and Floral Lace. It’s truly a special set conceived by and made for Temp-tationistas. And I can’t wait to bring it to you!

Baking Set

That’s what I love most about this new connected world we’re living in. I so enjoy talking to my Nistas and Nisters on-air and at live shows. But now, through Facebook and Pinterest and Instagram, I get to spend even more time with you…and design what you’re most passionate about.

So be sure to tune in on Wednesday. We’ll have several shows starting at midnight and going all the way up to 6:00 pm, ET. Plus plenty of Live Chats with Lisa. And we’ll end the day In the Kitchen with David…Like the perfect dessert with a cherry on top.

Speaking of YUM, keep an eye out for a new recipe from my mom’s incredible collection, which we’ll be sharing Wednesday on Facebook, as well. My FB family has been begging for more of my mom’s recipes and this one may be the best one yet. I told you, it’s going to be an exciting week.

Once we dig out from all this snow, that is. No worries, our special day has got me thinking Spring! And I really hope it warms up your winter, too!

XOXO

Tara

PS – Don’t forget, in honor of my 40th birthday, QVC is celebrating with special offers for my temp-tations family…and the offer is good up until 11:59PM PST February 6th. My 40th year just keeps getting better and better!

Mary Beth's Menu - Do You Call Them Flap Jacks, Pancakes or Hot Cakes?

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Pancakes have always been a family favorite in the Roe house. It's a simple, but must-have, basic recipe. Experiment with adding chocolate chips or blueberries and of course, making the three-circle, Mickey Mouse shaped pancakes.

Pancakes

Ingredients:

  • 2 eggs
  • 1-1/2 cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons baking powder
Beat the eggs; add remaining ingredients and stir well.
Heat a dab of vegetable oil on a griddle. Pour 1/4 cup of batter on to hot oiled. pan. Flip after bubbling.
Serve with butter, syrup and/or powdered sugar.
Counting our blessings,
Mary Beth



Heart-Shaped Cookies & DIY Valentine's Day Mason Jars--How Sweet It Is!

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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! What do you have planned for your sweetheart? Small gifts are a nice way to let someone know you care. When it comes to roses or chocolate, I vote roses—and I don’t need dozens! I think one beautiful rose says it as loudly as many. I still can remember one of the most interesting Valentine’s Day gifts I ever received—a serenade by a barbershop quartet! My husband Doug arranged for them to come to the restaurant where we were having dinner. Needless to say, I was totally shocked!

That said, I think Valentine’s Day took on more meaning for me when I became a parent. I enjoy helping the kids pick out the perfect valentines card and out every one together with a candy treat. I love the heart stickers and lace doilies that we use to decorate their Valentines mailbox for school. Most importantly, I try to teach them it’s a day that reminds us to be kind and loving towards others.

One Valentine’s Day tradition my family has is decorating heart-shaped cookies. I use my Sour Cream Sugar Cookies recipe, and then we all decorate a pile of cookies and give them to one another. Trevor usually douses his in thick frosting topped off with tons of sprinkles, while Kylie gets a little more creative and makes all kinds of pretty patterns on hers. Doug likes to make faces out of candy on his. Me? I always keep mine simple. Try it for yourself this year—it’s never too late to start a new tradition!

Sour Cream Sugar Cookies

Sour Cream Sugar Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 5 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cream of tartar
  • Powdered sugar, for rolling dough

 Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cream sugar and shortening together. Add sour cream, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well.
  3. Add dry ingredients and mix well (dough should not be sticky).
  4. Roll out cookie dough on a clean surface sprinkled with powdered sugar about ¼” thick. Cut into desired shapes.
  5. Bake on a lightly greased cookie sheet until cookies are puffy and light brown on the bottom, about 10 minutes.
  6. Cool completely and frost with your favorite frosting.

Now, what about a Valentine’s gift for your kids’ teachers. Or, a gift for a close friend or co-worker. Maybe the kids want to treat their grandma or grandpa. Here’s a delicious DIY project that’s inexpensive, fun to make, and so darn cute.

Valentine's Day Mason Jars

These are the insulated tumblers you can get on QVC.com. They come in a set of four, which means you can make four people feel very special. Here’s what’s inside there:

1 cup Golden Grahams
1 cup mini marshmallows
1 cup red and pink M&M's

I put all the ingredients into a big bowl. (Here’s where the kids come in.) Make sure everyone has clean hands, and have everyone get in there and mix! Then, scoop the jars into the bowl to fill them up.

Feel free to vary the recipe based on what's available or what you have on hand. I actually would have LOVED to use Teddy Grahams, but my daughter Kylie has forbidden me to buy them…I bought them for her one time when she was little and she said, “I can’t eat these. I just can’t eat their heads!”

I wish you all an (early!) Happy Valentine’s Day! Now you’ll be prepared with ideas for your sweetheart, your kids, and all those you love.

From my home to yours,
—Jill

Gluten Free Quiche Casserole

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This recipe has a POUND of spinach in it – YES! So glad to have a delicious recipe that is packed with good greens. (Popeye would be proud!) Also, I am trying lots of different gluten-free mixes lately and today’s recipe—Gluten Free Quiche Casserole—calls for Bloomfield Farms Gluten Free Pancake & Waffle Mix.

 

Mixing this blend into the casserole with the butter, eggs, and ricotta gave it a slight crust-like texture on the bottom. Now, it is NOT a thick pastry shell at the bottom, but it does give an amazing, buttery, textural finish to the casserole. I did not expect it, but I LOVE IT! Let’s get into it!

Ingredients

1 (16-oz) bag of washed spinach

½ large yellow onion, diced

¼ cup Bloomfield Farms Mix

6 eggs

1 (15-oz) container skim ricotta

1 (8-oz) package 1/3 less fat cream cheese, room temperature

½ cup butter

½ pound of bacon

1 (8-oz) bag of shredded cheese of your choice! (I used Colby Jack)

2 Tbsp dried parsley flakes

Salt & pepper, to taste

Directions

Put the whole bag of spinach in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Put the lid on the pan and let it reduce all the way down until it looks like THIS:

Mix together the onion, eggs, and Bloomfield Mix. (You do not have to cook the onions prior to mixing everything together.)

In a separate bowl, mix in cream cheese and the wilted spinach. Don’t fret: your cream cheese can stay a little lumpy!

While your two bowls are resting on the counter, now it’s time to cook your bacon. And, make sure to eat a piece or two after it’s done. You deserve it. While your bacon cools and drains on paper towels, pour your egg mixture into the bowl with your spinach mixture and add the melted butter.

In a 9”x13” casserole dish, layer your egg/spinach mix, parsley flakes, crumbled bacon, and cheese.

Bake it at 350 degrees for 35 minutes, OR just until it looks brown and bubbly on top. I have a gas stove, so the cook times may be different depending on your oven!

This is EXACTLY what a chilly weekend morning calls for! Enjoy! ~@Mary QVC

 

Oryam Face & Eye Serum: Dead Sea Minerals Meet Antiaging Technology

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Hello:

Virginie Bouchoucha

My name is Virginie Bouchoucha and I'm so excited to join the amazing QVC Beauty community with a new product we developed over two years especially for QVC.

I'm 40 years old and was born in France to a family that owned a cosmetics business in Provence. When I was a child, my father suffered from skin problems. Every year, we traveled to the Dead Sea and spent a few weeks there floating in the salty water and relaxing in the beautiful mountain desert views while my father was healing.

Dead Sea

I moved to Israel 16 years ago. Amidst the creation of my loving family, which includes my husband and three children (God bless them all), I joined one of the leading cosmetics labs in Israel that specializes in Dead Sea beauty I'm now the head of product development and a consultant to the sales team association nationwide and in Europe.

We wanted to bring QVC an ultimate product they didn't already offer and that would be a great addition to your routine. That's how The Oryam Face & Eye Serum came to be. It was especially formulated to combine Dead Sea minerals and antiaging technology. We used all our years of experience and expertise to develop this cream and spent lots of time experimenting with the different elements until we were pleased with the formula and felt it was great in all aspects: smell, texture, and, most of all, performance. After some great feedback, we feel confident that our new "baby" is ready for its first appearance.

BioMineral Dead Sea Face & Eye Anti-Aging Serum
BioMineral Dead Sea Face & Eye Anti-Aging Serum

Please join me for the launch of The Oryam Face & Eye Serum this Saturday, February 8 at 7am ET during AM Beauty with Leah Williams.

—Virginie Bouchoucha

Peek Behind The Scenes of My TSV!!

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All day, everyday, I'm constantly on the lookout for fabulous new designs and ideas to add to my collection. Whether it be a new style, fabric or print, I love the ever changing landscape of fashion!

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Although, sometimes we find those pieces of clothing that just fit and feel right... These are the items we keep going back to time and time again. Over the past year I found this to be my Chiffon Vest and Liquid Knit Top set. Whether dressing professionally for the office/meetings or out to town with friends and family, I feel beautiful, covered, and ready for anything!

vest

Looking towards spring, I wanted to do a fresh take on this beloved set. I've updated both my lightweight Chiffon Vest and my 3/4 Sleeve Liquid Knit top! The Chiffon Vest now comes in 6 exciting, colorful prints, giving you a whole new selection of styles to choose from! Black Abstract, Navy Polka Dot, Turq Paisley, Orange Status, Neutral Animal, Lilac Floral… Whichever print you prefer, I've got you covered! Paired with my new 3/4 sleeve top in my signature Liquid Knit, it's set apart from the rest with soft, feminine, ruching detail at the neckline. Wear them together or wear them separately, these items will fit seamlessly into your existing wardrobe. You're going to reach for this set on every occasion, and the prints are so beautiful, and fun... it'll be hard to choose just one!

vest

My best selling Chiffon Vest and Liquid Knit Top set has been completed updated! Starting today at Midnight ET... I'm so excited to bring it to you! 

Which print do you prefer? I'd love to hear!

xoxo,

Susan

Deep Dish Eggplant Parm Recipe

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As you can imagine, being a producer in a live TV studio has it’s challenges.  It also comes with some unforeseen benefits, though, especially when that live TV studio happens to be QVC.  For example, I find myself offering up suggestions for accessories my wife could pair with her outfit – and she actually listens!  I’ve also been able to pick up some tips, tricks, and recipes from our awesome food stylist team as well as our very own David Venable.  There’s just something about being in the kitchen and having total control over creating a meal from scratch that gets the juices flowing – excuse my pun!

                Well, anyway, my style in the kitchen is that I like to start with a recipe, but I don’t always follow the recipe.  I know I know, who really follows a recipe word for word.  I consider a recipe a suggested list of ingredients and a general outline of how to prepare it.  From there, it’s up to me to me to add my own flavors – another pun.  That being said, here is my suggested ingredients and basic outline of how to prepare a classic, very scalable crowd pleaser – Deep Dish Eggplant Parm!!

 

Deep Dish Eggplant Parm

Ingredients:

2 medium eggplants (skin removed, sliced)

Olive oil

Salt

Pepper

Jar of marinara sauce

12 oz. sliced mozzarella

Grated Parmesan cheese

Panko bread crumbs

Serves: 4| Hands-On Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins

 

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees

Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil and season both sides with salt and pepper.

Place the seasoned eggplant slices on a rimmed baking sheet (I don’t spray the sheet with Pam).

Bake for 12 minutes, remove the baking sheet, flip over the slices, bake for 12 more minutes.

Layer a small baking dish with marinara sauce, eggplant, sliced mozzarella, grated Parmesan cheese, and the panko bread crumbs.

*Experiment with the order of your layers – I like to stack it high.  I usually go sauce, eggplant, sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, sauce, bread crumbs, and repeat.

 

Enjoy!

 

Tony – Studio Scoop Team

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