http://www.sheknows.com/authors/claire-gallam/articles Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984163/3-entrees-under-300-calories How are you holding up on your New Year's resolutions to eat healthier and lose weight? If you're having trouble finding recipe inspiration for lighter, delicious foods, check out these three entrees, all with under 300 calories! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984163/3-entrees-under-300-calories Claire Gallam Mon, 11 Feb 2013 09:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984111/homemade-funnel-cake-recipe There's nothing better, or more nostalgic, then eating a freshly fried funnel cake topped with powdered sugar. If you can't make it to a fair soon, make your own funnel cakes at home with this easy recipe! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984111/homemade-funnel-cake-recipe Claire Gallam Fri, 08 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984005/poboy-soup-recipe Nothing says New Orleans, Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday like a giant po'boy, served piping hot with a heavy drizzle of thick remoulade. We've decided to add a more gourmet twist to this sub by deconstructing it and turning it into a luscious, creamy, five-star soup. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984005/poboy-soup-recipe Claire Gallam Fri, 08 Feb 2013 09:45:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984003/strawberry-basil-whoopie-pie-recipe Before you run away because you think we've lost our minds, give one of these fluffy, moist, oh-so-decadent strawberry basil whoopie pies a taste. After one bite, the unique flavors will instantly have you hooked. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/984003/strawberry-basil-whoopie-pie-recipe Claire Gallam Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:45:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983885/red-velvet-fondue-recipe Whipping up a homemade romantic meal for two this Valentine's Day? Why not end your delicious meal with a big pot of this luscious and creamy red velvet fondue! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983885/red-velvet-fondue-recipe Claire Gallam Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983883/crawfish-mac-and-cheese-recipe Craving a taste of the Big Easy but can't swing a trip for Fat Tuesday? Make a big batch of this decadent crawfish mac and cheese for your own deep southern Mardi Gras celebration at home! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983883/crawfish-mac-and-cheese-recipe Claire Gallam Thu, 07 Feb 2013 10:15:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983881/valentines-day-brunch-menu Don't spend another Valentine's Day cramped in an overpriced restaurant. Instead, play hooky from work and spend the morning in bed with your honey and share this romantic brunch menu! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983881/valentines-day-brunch-menu Claire Gallam Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983719/king-cake-pull-apart-bread-recipe Who doesn't love a big slice of king cake on Fat Tuesday? Take all of those flavors you love in the cake and turn them into a breakfast pull-apart bread too! Cake for breakfast, sign us up! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983719/king-cake-pull-apart-bread-recipe Claire Gallam Wed, 06 Feb 2013 10:30:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983713/3-easy-low-fat-chocolate-dessert-recipes If you've stuck to your New Year's resolutions and are feeling better than ever, why blow it all on one dessert on Feb. 14? This Valentine's Day, have your cake and still stay svelte by enjoying one of these low-fat chocolate desserts! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983713/3-easy-low-fat-chocolate-dessert-recipes Claire Gallam Tue, 05 Feb 2013 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983707/best-boutique-wineries-in-washington-state Washington state is home to over 500 wineries that decorate its picturesque landscape. Among the many, these three boutique vineyards and winemakers have won us over with their incredible wines and true passion for what they do. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983707/best-boutique-wineries-in-washington-state Claire Gallam Tue, 05 Feb 2013 07:45:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983695/funfetti-conversation-heart-rice-krispies-recipe Conversation hearts are to Valentine's Day as a pine tree is to Christmas. You just can't have the holiday without them. However, they sort of taste like chalk, right? Instead of choking them down, why not stick them into something delicious, like these Funfetti Rice Krispies treats? http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983695/funfetti-conversation-heart-rice-krispies-recipe Claire Gallam Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983641/3-cocktail-recipes-for-valentines-day Spending Valentine's Day at home with your honey? Keep the wine on the rack and whip up one of these super-sexy cocktails that are sure to get you in the mood! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983641/3-cocktail-recipes-for-valentines-day Claire Gallam Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983543/king-cake-inspired-boozy-milkshake-recipe Put down that hurricane and step away from the margarita. We've just replaced those with a new, more delicious Mardi Gras libation. Grab a big jar of this king cake boozy milkshake for a luscious dessert and cocktail all in one! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983543/king-cake-inspired-boozy-milkshake-recipe Claire Gallam Mon, 04 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983533/boozy-red-velvet-shake-with-homemade-ice-cream Valentine's Day is all about love, and what better way to show your adoration than with a boozy shake? This luscious boozy milkshake and homemade red velvet ice cream make the perfect romantic desserts for your cozy celebration at home. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983533/boozy-red-velvet-shake-with-homemade-ice-cream Claire Gallam Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983441/boozy-hurricane-sorbet-recipe If you love the traditional hurricane cocktails served during Mardi Gras, you're going to love this sorbet even more. It's made with all of the ingredients of the cocktail, just frozen and served up in a bowl instead of a glass. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983441/boozy-hurricane-sorbet-recipe Claire Gallam Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:23:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983405/how-to-make-signature-drinks-for-the-oscars Leave the wine, the boring gin and tonics, and the beer at the door of your Academy Awards party and have a few of these signature cocktails on the menu instead. Learn how to make your own unique drink for your party and check out three of our favorite Oscar-inspired libations! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983405/how-to-make-signature-drinks-for-the-oscars Claire Gallam Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:36:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/983403/decorating-tips-for-an-awards-party It's officially award season! You may not be able to strut down the red carpet in designer gowns, but you can still host an Oscar-worthy party at your own home. From centerpieces to red carpets to glittery printables, we've got you covered to throw a party worthy of an award! http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/983403/decorating-tips-for-an-awards-party Claire Gallam Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:28:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983399/burlap-and-lace-valentines-day-banner Add some love to your mantel this Valentine's Day with an adorable DIY lace and burlap mantel banner. In less than 20 minutes, you can have a festive decor statement piece for your fireplace mantel! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983399/burlap-and-lace-valentines-day-banner Claire Gallam Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:26:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983397/diy-valentines-count-down-calendar Think countdown and advent calendars are just for Christmas? Think again! Countdown to Valentine's Day this year with this fun, cute and easy DIY craft you can do with your kids! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983397/diy-valentines-count-down-calendar Claire Gallam Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:15:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983123/limoncello-pull-apart-bread-recipe Skip the French toast, the pancakes and the bagels this brunch. Instead, make a big batch of this sweet, tart and fluffy limoncello monkey bread! The only thing better than bread is covering it in homemade boozy glaze, are we right? http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/983123/limoncello-pull-apart-bread-recipe Claire Gallam