FAMILY MEALS COOKED WITH CONVENIENCE IN MIND

FAMILY FEATURES – Part of the fun of family meals is finding inspiration in the variety of dinner ideas you can create together.

TASTE: Busy season meal solutions

FAMILY FEATURES – As families across the country transition back into more normal routines this fall with work, school – whether virtual or in-person – and calendars jam-packed with commitments, it’s important to find ways to save precious time and squeeze in more moments with loved ones.

TASTE: put a zesty spin on weeknight meals

FAMILY FEATURES – Dinner in many households means foolproof recipes that families can count on, but those can become bland and boring. Finding new ways to put a twist on meals throughout the week adds fun to time spent in the kitchen while bringing new flavor to the table.

NORTH TEXAS FILM CRITICS ASSOCIATION NAMES ‘NOMADLAND’ AS 2020’S BEST FILM

DALLAS – The North Texas Film Critics Association announced “Nomadland”  as the best film of 2020, according to the results of its annual critic’s poll.   Coming in a close second was “The Trial of the Chicago 7.

MOVIES: North Texas Film Critics Association nominations announced

The North Texas Film Critics Association (NTFCA) is pleased to announce this year’s nominations in each of our voting categories.  “In a year that saw many changes, I believe we had a variety of choices in the world of film,” said NTFCA President Rita Cook.

COMFORTING DAIRY DISHES THAT DELIVER TASTE AND NUTRITION

FAMILY FEATURES – Cooler weather calls for comfort foods, and it’s hard to top soups, risottos and strata for heartwarming dishes to share with the family on chilly days.

BEHIND THE WHEEL: Hit the road like we did in the 2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible

Lexus uses the LC for Luxury Coupe. After driving it one might say the LC could mean “Low Center” too. We drove the 2021 Lexus LC 500 last week and the minute we got behind the wheel the LC begged for road.

FILLING FAMILY COMFORT FOODS

FAMILY FEATURES – Just the thought of comfort foods is often enough to warm the soul, especially as cool winds blow and temperatures drop.

TASTE: Delectable desserts for holiday celebrations

PEPPERMINT CHEESECAKE BROWNIES Prep time: 10 minutes • Cook time: 30 minutes • Servings: 16   Cheesecake Batter • 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, at room temperature • 1/3 cup granulated sugar • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract • 2 eggs • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour   Brownie Batter • 1...

BEHIND THE WHEEL: My Christmas list; The 2020 Fiat 500L

When I sing “All I want for Christmas this year is you” I could be referring to this snazzy little 2020 Fiat 500L. It depends on who I am talking to, of course, but the Fiat is one of those little driving machines that I was hard pressed to tear myself away from the week I was rolling around in it.