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Celebrate National Candy Cane Day with Sweet & Pepperminty Creations!

Celebrate National Candy Cane Day with Sweet & Pepperminty Creations!


Candy Cane Day is here, and what better way to enjoy the post-holiday festivities than with peppermint-infused treats? Using Babycakes appliances and TRU Espresso & Coffee machines, we’ve whipped up 10 candy cane-centered recipes and a bonus favorite that are fun, festive, and oh-so-delicious. Let’s turn your kitchen into a peppermint wonderland!

National Candy Cane Day is celebrated annually on December 26th, the day after Christmas. While the exact origins of the holiday remain unclear, it’s widely recognized as a fun way to keep the festive spirit alive while savoring those leftover holiday treats—especially candy canes! This quirky holiday gives everyone an excuse to enjoy the iconic red-and-white-striped sweet that has come to symbolize the holiday season.

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Game Day Crunch Time: Guilt-Free Fried Favorites with the Toastmaster Air Fryer

Game Day Crunch Time: Guilt-Free Fried Favorites with the Toastmaster...


Football fans, we’re deep into the season where every play matters. Whether you’re prepping for a Sunday night showdown or gearing up for a festive football feast on December 22, one thing’s for sure—no game day is complete without snacks. Enter the MVP of the kitchen: the Toastmaster 2.6 Quart Air Fryer. It’s here to score big with guilt-free, crispy favorites that keep your taste buds cheering and your kitchen mess-free.

So huddle up, fans, because we’ve got a playbook of recipes that’ll have you “air frying” instead of deep frying and winning the snack game without breaking a sweat. (Psst—there’s a hidden “touchdown” surprise somewhere in this blog for our eagle-eyed readers. Keep scrolling to find it!)

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Touchdown Trios: The Tastiest Trios to Satisfy Those Game Day Cravings with the TRU Triple Slow Cooker

Touchdown Trios: The Tastiest Trios to Satisfy Those Game Day...


Hosting friends and family this weekend for the big game? Whether you're recovering from Thanksgiving festivities or gearing up for Cyber Monday excitement, it's the perfect time to serve crowd-pleasing, low-maintenance dishes. With the TRU Triple Slow Cooker and Pro Pots Football Slow Cooker, your game-day spread will score big with fans of all ages.
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The Ultimate Thanksgiving Meal, Recipes with Select Brands Appliances: Part 3 - Leftovers for Brunch

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Meal, Recipes with Select Brands Appliances: Part...


Part 3: Day-After Thanksgiving Treats – Creative Leftovers & Friendsgiving Ideas

Thanksgiving leftovers are a treasure trove for creative recipes. Here’s how to repurpose your holiday feast with Select Brands appliances, turning classic dishes into new favorites. In Part 3 of our Ultimate Thanksgiving Spread series, you will find a few fun ways to repurpose leftovers, a few new recipes to add to the spread that are easy to make with just a few ingredients and our easy-to-use appliances. 

We've also included a bonus section on hosting a Friendsgiving brunch/lunch using leftovers and new fun recipes with our newest Mickey Mouse 3 in 1 Treat Maker & Waffle Iron.

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The Ultimate Thanksgiving Meal, Recipes with Select Brands Appliances: Part 2 - Cook & Desserts

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Meal, Recipes with Select Brands Appliances: Part...


Part 2: The Ultimate Thanksgiving Day Spread – Show-Stopping Dishes

On Thanksgiving Day, you want appliances that can handle the main event. Here’s how to create a memorable spread using Select Brands’ triple slow cookers, air fryer ovens, and skillets. We hope you love these recipes as much as we do! We also included some of our favorite desserts, that can be made on the counter in our appliances, so we can leave space in the oven for the Turkey!

And don't forget to go to part 3 to find all the amazing ways you can repurpose your leftovers for even more show stopping meals for brunch, lunch and more, because who wants to be cooking again the day after Thanksgiving? We know we don't, and our appliances make it easy, with minimal clean up! 

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The Ultimate Thanksgiving Meal, Recipes with Select Brands Appliances: Part 1 - Prep

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Meal, Recipes with Select Brands Appliances: Part...


The Ultimate Thanksgiving Meal, Recipes with Select Brands Appliances: 3 Part Series, Prep, Cook, Repurpose, & Enjoy!

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and it's time to get creative with your holiday menu! Whether you're preparing marinades, cooking a delicious spread, or whipping up comforting leftovers, Select Brands appliances have got you covered.

From the versatility of slow cookers to convenience of air fryers, these appliances will make your Thanksgiving prep easier, tastier, and more fun. Here’s a complete guide to Thanksgiving recipes using Select Brands products, broken down into three essential parts: prep, day-of cooking, and post-Thanksgiving treats, repurposing all those awesome recipes into even more delicious leftovers.

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