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15/10/2021

What Is Traditional Halloween Food?
When the scents and tastes of Halloween loom on the horizon, the Bob’s Red Mill team gets very excited! Traditional Halloween food includes everything from caramel apples to pumpkin pies and offers endless variations for creativity in the kitchen.

If you’re looking to craft some tasty recipes and start the fun and lasting traditions with your family and friends, look no further. We’ve compiled a guide of ultimate Halloween classics to get you started.

Whether you’re in the mood for Muffin Tin Pumpkin Pies or a handful of candy corn,there’s something in this list for the Halloween enthusiast in us all. Bring a pumpkin spice beverage and let’s dive in!

Candy & Caramel Apples
Nothing is as nostalgic as candy and caramel apples on Halloween. These traditional Halloween foods are the perfect mix of sweet and tart and are fun to make year after year. Just a Taste has a simple and vibrantly red recipe for Candy Apples that’s both crunchy and delicious. Recipe creator Kelly takes red or green apples, inserts lollipop sticks and dips them in a coating of sugar, light corn syrup and water. After you’ve created your candy mixture, add a bit of red food coloring (it’s Halloween, after all) and carefully dip your apples one by one. After the apples have all been coated, allow them to cool until your candy-coat hardens and enjoy. These are a great treat to bring to school or an upcoming Halloween party. You can also opt for the slightly easier-to-eat Caramel Apple, like this one from The Spruce Eats. This recipe is fast and easy to whip up with kids. It calls for just soft caramels, ripe red apples, water and wooden skewers. Making caramel apples is a great activity for a Halloween party, as you can offer a variety of toppings like sprinkles and nuts and let guests decorate for themselves!

Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is a traditional food in Halloween festivities far and wide. Once autumn hits, nothing cures the Halloween sweet tooth quite like a slice of homemade pumpkin pie. Our recipe for Pumpkin Pie calls for Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Pie Crust Mix. Once filled with ingredients like pumpkin puree, evaporated milk and eggs, the pie takes on a creamy and delectable texture. Spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and allspice round out the flavors and give that quintessential fall feel.

If you love pumpkin pie as much as we do, try a twist on a classic with this recipe for Muffin Tin Pumpkin Pie with Oatmeal Caramel Crumble. The recipe comes to Bob’s Red Mill from Rachel of Eazy Peazy Mealz and is a cute, small and delicious addition to add to your list of traditional Halloween foods. A crust, pumpkin pie filling and crumble combine for a treat that is both decadent and creative. Top it all with a garnish of whipped cream and caramel sauce, perhaps a scoop of ice cream, and relish in the flavors of Halloween.

Apple Bread
With apple season in full swing during the months of September and October, apple bread is a widely popular and traditional Halloween food. Our Gluten Free Fall Harvest Apple Bread is the perfect way to use up a bounty of fresh apples. This bread is soft and fluffy, with chunks of crisp and sweet apples alongside brown sugar and cinnamon. It’s bursting with the flavors of autumn and is one of our all-time favorite recipes. Plus, it’s super easy to make! Simply mix all ingredients together, then layer with apples and the sugar mixture. As the blog notes, the more rustic the bread looks before baking, the better it will be when it bakes. This particular recipe yields three mini loaves or one large loaf, and you can customize the size based on what you’re baking for. Make a big loaf or two for a party, or make a triple batch of the mini loaves and hand them out to your neighbors. However you choose to enjoy this apple loaf, we’re certain you’ll love the aromas as they waft through the kitchen and halls of the house. For something slightly more creative, try this recipe for Honey Cheddar Apple Bread. The combination of apples and cheddar is a winning one, indeed, and the Organic Clover Blossom Honey from GloryBee helps the sweet and savory flavors truly shine. This special fall treat can be enjoyed with coffee and tea or thrown into your kiddo’s lunch bag on Halloween. Use Granny Smith, Fuji or Braeburn apples to ensure the sweetest taste and texture.

Caramel Corn
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Caramel Corn is one of the easiest traditional Halloween foods to make and to snack on! This recipe from Two Sisters Crafting omits the corn syrup and calls for just popped popcorn, salt, butter, light brown sugar, vanilla and baking soda. This particular recipe yields 10 cups, which makes it perfect to bring along to Halloween gatherings. To put a twist on tradition and really celebrate the holiday, try making multiple popcorn recipes. This Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Popcorn comes to life with our Yellow Popcorn, coconut oil, Chocolate Protein Powder Nutritional Booster, salt and peanut butter powder. The addition of coconut oil and the boost of the protein powder make this easy snacker guilt-free and delicious. Our Super Snacking Popcorn is another option that’s equally as tasty. It’s a mixture of popcorn, nuts and seeds that are slightly sweetened with maple syrup. This is a great option for a Halloween party, as the nuts and seeds offer some protein on an otherwise candy-filled evening!

Candy Corn
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Traditional food in Halloween would not be the same without candy corn! If you’ve never made homemade candy corn, you’re in for a colorful surprise. When fall hits, this classic orange, yellow and white treat makes it way to homes and Halloween candy bags everywhere. Making it homemade means that you know exactly what’s going into the recipe without any extra added junk. In this Candy Corn recipe from Hoosier Homemade, Liz creates a mixture of powdered sugar, butter and more to craft her beautiful candies. Once you mix, combine and divide, the real fun comes in! Kids will love helping to roll the candy corn mixture into ropes before pinching, flattening and cutting. These make for a great Halloween gift in a simple bag tied with a piece of raffia or Halloween ribbon. If you love the taste of candy corn, there are a bounty of candy corn recipe options to explore. These Healthy Candy Corn Bars from Living Sweet Moments are made with Jell-O and yogurt as their base. They’re super easy to prepare and are made in layers, which offers the fun quintessential candy corn colors of orange, yellow and white.

Pumpkin Bread
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The aroma of pumpkin bread wafting through the kitchen certainly signals the start of the autumn season. Adding this bread to your list of traditional Halloween food is both a nutritious and delicious idea. Our recipe for Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread with Flaxseeds and Pepitas offers a tasty twist on this classic holiday bread. With Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour and other wholesome ingredients, this beautiful bread is a true winner. Cinnamon and nutmeg round out the fall flavors, and the topping of Organic Chia Seed, Brown Flaxseeds and Pumpkin Seeds add a nice texture. If your sweet tooth is calling, you can also try this recipe for Dark Chocolate-Pumpkin Holiday Cake. It combines the flavors of pumpkin with chocolate chunks, which we just can’t get enough of! Add some pistachios and a hint of pumpkin pie spice, and you’re in for a delicious holiday bread. This recipe makes about 12 servings and can be stored in an airtight container for a few days. If you’re bringing it to a gathering, make a double batch, or better yet, triple it! These breads are delightful when paired with a warm and comforting pumpkin spice latte.

Traditional Halloween foods are so fun to make! Coming up with a list of new recipes to try will keep each Halloween holiday unique and special in its own way.

As the years progress, you’ll find yourself returning to a few classics you just can’t get enough of. Whether that’s pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread or caramel apples, we hope this guide has inspired you to turn on some spooky music and get baking.

Have any favorite Halloween traditions or recipes of your own? Feel free to share them with our readers in the comments below.

From all of us at Bob’s Red Mill, wishing you a happy, healthy and safe Halloween holiday ahead! May it be spook-tacular!

13/10/2021

Americans Celebrate Halloween
October 31
Every October 31, both children and adults slip into the night as ghouls and goblins, princesses and pirates. Many Americans celebrate the traditions of Halloween by dressing in costumes and telling tales of witches and ghosts. Pumpkins are carved into glowering jack-o'-lanterns. Children parade from house to house, knocking on doors and calling out "Trick or treat!" hoping to have their bags filled with candy. It can be a night of fun for those who participate, but the history of Halloween in America has a darker side
For most of the 19th century and well into the 20th, Halloween was more trick than treat. Bands of mischief-makers roamed city streets and country roads blowing horns and vandalizing both residences and businesses. In addition to playing relatively harmless tricks, some pranksters caused major inconveniences. Often, special police were appointed to keep damage to a minimum.
Today, many people celebrate Halloween at masquerade parties. Sometimes, those who are at the party vote for the best costume. Have you ever been to a Halloween party? What costume will you be wearing this year?

02/09/2021

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01/09/2021

18 Halloween Decorations for the Chicest Home
Ditch the cheap plastic pumpkins in favor of black candelabras, smoked glass goblets, and pumpkin tureens.
Decorating for Halloween is one of the big parts of the holiday's fun, but it doesn't need to be all plastic pumpkins (or really, any plastic at all). Go for decorations that work all season, like black crystal coupes and pumpkin-hued linens, then add just a touch of kitsch, like a fuzzy oversize spider or carved Día de los Mu***os candles. Add in piles of candy, dim the lights, and you are ready for a marvelously spooky monster mash.
Spooky Bones: Quirky dancing skeletons (and the right movie) will set the tone for a fun Halloween bash.

25/08/2021

What Does the Farmer Wear?
So if you haven’t been following along, please allow me to summarize our winter thus far: cold, mud, snow, repeat. Not kidding. It’s been one of the coldest, wettest – and therefore muddiest – winters we’ve had and because we raise cattle, the farmer hubs is outside everyday checking our mother and baby cows. He loves this part of the job but the work doesn’t come without a hefty amount of wet and dirty clothing that finds its way into my home and then my washing machine. If you’ve ever met a farm wife you know how important a good washing machine is to handing the dirt that comes from farming.

But what ends up on my laundry room floor is a far cry from what I see people dress in when they want to look like a farmer. So let me give you a glimpse into what a 21st Century farmer does wear . . . and just a hint, the often-cited American Gothic image gets it all wrong.
I’ll skip the first layer . . . but the second is always jeans. Even when it’s 110 degrees outside, the farmer hubs always has on jeans. He likes simple jeans – no logos, fancy pockets or colored stitching. Just plain blue jeans you can find at the farm supply store. And absolutely no holes in his jeans. They drive him crazy. Thank goodness my mom is a master jean patcher. Jeans seem to be the one staple across all parts of farming. You’re hard pressed to find another piece of clothing as adaptable, durable and affordable to withstand hours of hard, dirty work each day.

And no, there are no overalls in this house – never has been, never will be.

On the top my hubs always wears a button up shirt – with a pocket and collar, same as his dad and his dad’s dad. Why a button up and not a t-shirt? A few reasons: (1) the pocket is important, especially now that he carries a cell phone; (2) buttons can be undone when it gets super hot; and (3) farmers end up in town and in meetings a lot so while they may have grease on their hands, at least they look somewhat put together.

If you want to know where the saying “farmer’s tan” comes from, allow me to explain. During the summer months my husband’s upper arms while be pasty white while his lower arms are as tan as can be because the sleeves on his button-up shirt usually come to his elbow. Add to that a tan neck and the “V” that forms at the top of a slightly unbuttoned shirt and you have a “farmer’s tan.”

Then at the very top is the hat – always a hat. But not a cowboy hat (that’s for special occasions) just an old baseball hat. We have 1 million hats in our house because every seed company, coop and animal health company gives the hubs a hat so there is always one laying around to throw on. The hat keeps the sun out of his eyes and off his head.

When the weather gets cold, the layers come on. My husband has become a big fan of quarter-zip sweatshirts (not hoodies, never hoodies on the farm) and then a sturdy coat if the weather requires such. These coats are by no means pretty (or really all that clean). But they keep him warm, have pockets for his gloves and random tools and can withstand the wet and wind. At any given time the farmer hubs’ coat has pieces of cow p**p, mud, oil, grease and then more mud on it. That’s why farmers wear cotton duck coats that have thick linings, sturdy zippers and can be thrown in the wash.

Probably the most important part of any farmer’s outfit is the shoes – or boots in our case. My husband’s everyday work boots are plain brown and built for work – not play. They carry a dollar figure that rivals my most expensive running shoes but he spends up to 18 hours a day in them so they are worth the investment. Boot technology has come a long way and many brands use the same insole and arch support technology found in tennis shoes. Good boots are essential for happy farmers.

When we get mud or wet conditions, the Muck boots come out. These are calf-high water-proof boots that keep the feet warm and dry. Regular boots just don’t cut it in moisture and keeping your feet dry is key to staying warm in the winter. Again, these aren’t cheap but they are essential for navigating water, mud and cold.

My husband doesn’t put a lot of thought into what he wears everyday but like most farmers, he moves from the pickup to the tractor to the coop office and back to the feed truck, all in one day. That means his clothing has to be durable and adaptable.

22/08/2021

Most popular Halloween costumes for adults
Halloween is the one day of the year where it's socially acceptable for adults to dress up in costume, even at work. If you're looking for adult Halloween costumes, here are the top five most popular to consider.

1. Witch
More than 4.6 million people plan to be a witch for Halloween, making it the most popular Halloween costume for adults. This costume is easy to pull together last minute or it can be an elaborate costume, too. Start with the basics and include a broom and pointed black hat, and you've got yourself a costume.

2. Vampire
From “Dracula" to “Twilight," America has an obsession with vampires, so it's no surprise that this made the list as the second-most-popular Halloween costume. These blood-sucking creatures make for a classic yet spooky Halloween costume idea.

3. Cat
Seeing a black cat on Halloween is said to bring bad luck, so prove everyone wrong by being the friendliest cat around!

4. Batman
Like kids, there are plenty of adults that want to live out their dreams of taking down bad guys while wearing a mask and bat-winged cape. Ever since it was announced in 2019 that there will be another Batman movie, the crowds have not stopped talking about this beloved superhero.

5. Ghost
It's not just kids that are getting into the Halloween spirit with ghost pictures. Many adults are also following the ghost photoshoot TikTok trend. Besides that, ghosts have been associated with Halloween for a long time and they're one of the easiest costumes to create, making them a go-to for many busy adults who want to dress up without the stress of costume shopping.

21/08/2021

What's not to like about a dedicated day where you can get and give candy and play dress up all day long?
Filled with both tricks and treats, Halloween is a beloved American holiday celebrated by children and adults alike. Pets often join in on the fun, too!

This year, things are going to be a little different. According to new data, people are actually planning on spending more money on All Hallow's Eve to make sure that they can still enjoy the holiday given the current circumstances. People are planning to spend $92.12 on average to purchase fun decorations and delicious candy for themselves, since many aren't attending parties and almost half of people won't be handing out candy to trick-or-treaters.
Most popular Halloween costumes for kids
Oct. 31 is the day where kids can make their fantasies come true and pretend to be anyone or anything they desire — even if they aren't going trick-or-treating in the traditional manner. While the imagination can run wild, these are the top five tried-and-true costumes for kids.

1. Princess
Being a fairy tale princess for Halloween is the dream for more than 2.7 million children, according to the NRF survey. Princesses are a Halloween costume idea with endless possibilities.

From Elsa and Anna (the eighth most popular kids Halloween costume) to Cinderella and Snow White, children want their own happily ever after and like to be princesses for Halloween.

2. Spider-Man
Cartoons, TV shows and movies have brought superheroes to life, and Spider-Man happens to be the most popular among them all. Around 1.8 million children want to tap into their Spidey senses this year and become the webbed wonder on Halloween.

3. Superhero
Superheroes are the second most popular Halloween costume for both boys and girls, with 1.6 million people saying they'll purchase a superhero costume this year. Superheroes allow ordinary children to do extraordinary things.

4. Ghost
ghost halloween costume
Thanks to a recent TikTok trend, ghosts have been taking over the internet, and it doesn't seem they'll be leaving before Halloween. Ghost photoshoots are extremely popular this year — and the tinier the ghost, the cuter they are!

5. Batman
Last but not least is Batman from the DC universe, ranking as the fifth most popular costume for kids. Batman has stood the test of time as kids still dream about fighting crime while driving the Batmobile.

19/08/2021

What to Wear for Halloween in the U.S.

Halloween in the United States is more of a party rather than a cultural celebration. You’ll find the best costumes in the US are conversation starters. It could be a topical character from a television show, a political figure, a classic couple or a “sexy” something or other.

Just be sure to dress appropriately for the occasion. You don’t want to wear a sexy costume when you take your children out trick-or-treating!
New Orleans, Louisiana
Full of historic murders and creepy voodoo, New Orleans, also known as “the most haunted city in America,” is the perfect place to celebrate Halloween.

Halloween is, in fact, second in celebrations to the legendary Mardi Gras festival. In addition to haunted tours and spooky hotels, the city puts on plenty of parties around the French Quarter, making it a great Halloween destination.
Salem, Massachusetts
What better way to celebrate Halloween than in the place where the famous witch trials were held? Over 500,000 visitors come for the month-long Festival of the Dead.
You’ll experience the traditional wicked fair and Witchcraft Expo and even interact with psychics, mediums, witch-doctors, and modern-day witches.
West Hollywood, California
Looking for the country’s biggest Halloween party? Look no further than the streets of West Hollywood! 500,000 people dressed in eccentric, complex, and outrageous costumes go bar-hopping along Santa Monica Boulevard where you can drink, dance, and watch live performances all night long. Don’t be surprised if you see some celebrities here!
Sleepy Hollow, New York
The famed grounds of Washington Irving’s legendary story is a great place to get into the Halloween spirit. For an entire month, you can enjoy haunted hayrides, live music, street fairs, parades and haunted tours. You can even visit the resting place of Washington Irving at the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery!
Disneyland, California/Disney World, Florida

Staff and guests alike dress in elaborate, family-friendly costumes as they ride terrifying versions of their favorites rides (like the Nightmare Before Christmas Haunted Mansion and Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy).

The best part? You can trick-or-treat throughout the park at the Halloween Party, which is held 14 nights of the season.

17/08/2021

How to Wash and Care For Polyester Clothing
Polyester is a highly breathable, moisture-wicking fabric commonly used in apparel, linens, and upholstery. It resists wrinkles, fading, and shrinking when taken care of properly, proving to be an old favorite when it comes to t-shirt materials.

There's a reason why fabric lovers recommend 100% polyester (or a 50/50 blend) when it comes to comfortable shirts. Its shrink resistance and ability to maintain shape even through everyday wear and tear make it the perfect addition to any wardrobe.

But if you’re unsure how to wash polyester, then we want to help put you at ease. Read on to learn about caring for this fantastically durable material.

THE ORIGIN OF POLYESTER
Polyester is a synthetic fiber derived from coal, air, water, and petroleum. Developed in a 20th-century lab from a chemical reaction between an acid and alcohol, this reaction formed fibers with long molecules that were stable and strong—bringing upon the famous polyester fabric.

Image Source - The manufacturing process of polyester fiber.

However polyester wasn’t utilized in shirts and clothing overnight. It took a full decade from its discovery for this fabric to even hit the shelves!

In 1941, two British chemists named John Rex Whinfield and James Tennant Dickson patented “polyethylene terephthalate”—also known as PET or PETE—essentially creating Terylene, the first polyester fabric.

Five years later (in 1946), the chemical company DuPont bought out all polyester rights and developed the chemists’ version into something called Dacron. Finally, in 1951, the American public was introduced to polyester fabric.

But even then, the world wasn’t interested in polyester. People wanted to stick with natural materials like cotton or linen, so it took another 30 years for polyester to really take off. Eventually, after a lot of marketing (and the 1970’s), Americans finally accepted polyester as an everyday fabric in the 1980s—and the rest is history!

HOW TO WASH 100% POLYESTER
While you should always adhere to the care tag’s instructions, most 100% polyester fabrics will require the same type of care when it comes to washing and drying. Follow these steps as a general guideline to washing your favorite polyester t-shirts.

Step #1: Turn the fabric inside out.
Although polyester is most famous for its anti-wrinkle capabilities, it does have some downfalls, such as the tendency to pill. Turning the shirt inside out will help prevent the outside of the shirt from facing any of the harsh movements inside the machine. In doing so, you can avoid unwanted pilling and potential shrinking.

Step #2: Use cold or warm water for your wash cycle.
Washing with cold water is always a safe bet when it comes to cleaning your clothing, especially if it’s with a material you’re unfamiliar with.

But 100% polyester will also do very well with warm water, which can help remove stains, prevent shrinkage, and avoid color bleeding into other clothing in the cycle.

Step #3: Use standard detergent.
Simple detergent (without the extra bells and whistles like “tough on stains” or “wrinkle release”) is the best route to go when dealing with most materials. While these formulas are helpful for several reasons, they can sometimes be too harsh on polyester t-shirts, which pill and bleed easily during vigorous cycles.

Step #4: Dry on low heat or air dry.
A low-temperature dry cycle is the best way to avoid shrinkage—even for 100% polyester. Although an otherwise durable material, polyester tends to shrink or even melt on extremely high temperatures. It’s best to play it safe and dry on low heat or just air dry your fabrics altogether, which will avoid any potential damage.

Does Polyester Shrink?
Polyester is one of the most popular fabrics when it comes to apparel because of its durability. Thanks to its synthetic chemical makeup, polyester is known to fight off unwanted wrinkles, which means that it’s improbable that a 100% polyester t-shirt will shrink in the wash or dryer.

However, it’s not uncommon to find t-shirts that have a combination of polyester materials. You might find a fabric that says 50% polyester and 50% cotton. In instances where the content isn’t 100% polyester, there is a probable chance of shrinkage, especially if it’s a t-shirt combined with shrink-prone fabrics like cotton.

HOW TO CARE FOR POLYESTER
Whether you choose to machine-wash or air-dry your polyester fabrics, most of us want to get the most out of our clothing. The most important thing is to consider the care label, which is usually found near the collar or along the lining of the torso.

The care label will tell you exactly what’s required to take proper care including information on the ideal:

Wash temperature

Type of washes

Bleaching options

Drying options

Ironing temperatures

Dry cleaning options

Unless otherwise specified, most polyester tags will tell you to machine wash in cold or warm water and tumble dry low.

Can You Iron Polyester?
The first thing you should do is check your care label. Some labels may say not to iron or dry clean, which is an essential bit of information you should adhere to. But if the label gives you the green light to iron your favorite t-shirt, then you can prepare your board.

Of course, you’ll want to be sure that you use the right heat settings. If your care label doesn’t specify the type of heat you can use, then it’s best to stick to a low setting on your iron, like 3. Iron setting 3 is relatively low compared to what heavyweight cotton requires, which is setting 7. Setting 3 should roughly translate to 300° Fahrenheit (or 148° Celcius). You don’t have to take any precautionary steps when ironing a polyester t-shirt—but you can flip it inside out to avoid any accidental tugging or pilling as you go over the fabric.

FINDING THE BEST POLYESTER CLOTHING
Polyester is an excellent and versatile fabric that can be found in athletic wear, sleepwear, and even undergarments like socks and underwear. While you should always abide by the polyester’s care label, this hardy fabric is anything but finicky and can handle plenty of wear and tear.

If you’re searching for high-quality polyester clothing in a variety of styles, then you don’t have to look any further: ShirtSpace has thousands of 100% and blended polyester clothing, ranging from t-shirts to sweatshirts to athletic apparel. Browse through some of the nation’s most quality polyester clothing today!

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