The history of the candy cane is filled with mystery and various references, but few can argue the legitimacy of their "pacifying" nature. So comforting and crunchy, colorful and festive, and the ...

Peppermint adds a fresh, cool twist to both sweet and savory dishes, making it a fun ingredient to experiment with in the kitchen. Whether you’re baking for the holidays or just want something ...

Chocolate and peppermint are two flavors that were “mint” for each other. Begin by adding oats, bananas, cocoa powder, maple syrup, baking powder, salt and peppermint extract to a blender. Next, pour ...

Note: Once you feel comfortable with these recipes, you can play with the additions. Instead of crushed peppermint candy, you can use any type of sugar candy or candy canes. The flavors are fun to ...

Deciding to do a “peppermint” column this week my thoughts immediately went back in time. Just a few days ago I bought several boxes of candy canes — from the smallest ones to the large ones.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s a sweet treat that makes for a great addition to any cookie tray (or piled up in a holiday tin all to itself). Now you can make your own peppermint bark with the help of ...

What could be a better holiday dessert than chocolate peppermint brownies? These are rich, chocolatey, and have the perfect amount of peppermint flavor. Once they’re baked and cooled, top them with a ...

There are so many people in our lives that deserve a plate of holiday cheer: neighbors, teachers, postal carriers...the list can go on and on. With both Christmas gifts and treats, even if you aren't ...

As we pack away the leftovers from Thanksgiving dinner, we begin to think ahead to the parties of December. This is the traditional time to remember the little favors your neighbor did for you during ...