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Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwiches

  Ingredients: Chicken: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts. Marinade: 1 cup buttermilk, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, and salt/pepper to taste. Breading: 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup cornstarch, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, and a pinch of cayenne (optional for heat). Oil: Enough for deep-frying (vegetable or peanut oil works well). Sandwich components: Burger buns, lettuce, pickles, and your favorite condiments (mayo, spicy sauce, etc.). Instructions: 1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix buttermilk and spices, then submerge the chicken in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor). 2. Prepare the Breading: In another bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, and spices. 3. Coat the Chicken: Take the marinated chicken and coat it thoroughly in the flour mixture. For extra crispiness, dip it back in the buttermilk and re-coat in the flour. 4. Fry to Perfection: Heat oil in a deep pan ...

Christmas vacation ideas for the perfect family getaway

 


Here are some family vacation ideas for the Christmas season:

  • New York City: Families can visit the Rockefeller Christmas tree, window displays on 5th Avenue, enjoy ice skating, see the Radio City Rockettes, shop at Christmas markets and more.
  • Asheville, North Carolina: Come for the Biltmore Estate, where there’s a traditional Christmas celebration that includes elaborate decor and candlelit evenings. Families can also enjoy The National Gingerbread House Competition and Winter Lights at North Carolina Arboretum.
  • Aspen, Colorado: Those needing snow to get in the Christmas spirit should head here and celebrate their 12 days of Christmas, referring to the town’s 12-day celebration (12 Days of Aspen) that runs through the new year. Apart from winter sports like skiing and tubing, families can also enjoy the town’s annual light festival.
  • Park City, Utah: Domestic ski destinations like Park City, Utah are quite popular for those looking for a winter wonderland ski and snow vacation over the winter break. Families visiting Park City over the holidays can also go for a sleigh ride through town or check out the Midway Ice Castles.
  • Nashville, Tennessee: Celebrate the holidays in the Holy City, which might feel a bit like stepping into a Charles Dickens’ tale. Families can enjoy a holiday lights festival and the Children’s Village at Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
  • Charleston, South Carolina: If the kids are worried Santa might not stop, book the French Quarter Inn’s Sleigh Bell Suite, which comes fully decked out in holiday decor and features an in-room eggnog bar, cookies and milk.
  • White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia: Experience the magic of Christmas starting the weekend after Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier with a tree lighting. Dubbed “America’s Resort,” families can experience weekends with Santa which include cookies and milk and one-to-one time with St. Nick for kids.
  • Finland: Not only is it a winter wonderland, it is the home of Santa Claus himself. There are Christmas markets and even reindeer in the streets. Families who travel at Christmas may also experience a bonus — a possible Northern Lights sighting.
  • Germany: The Christmas markets in Germany are a top winter getaway destination. Nuremburg is one of the best.
  • Quebec City, Canada: The entire old town turns into a Christmas village. Families visiting at Christmas can enjoy outdoor markets, ice skating and no shortage of twinkling lights.
  • San Miguel de Allende, Mexico: Visitors to San Miguel de Allende should go to experience the Christmas culture of Mexico in a colonial town that has both colorful celebrations, but also respects the religious aspects of the holiday. There are over 40 places of worship within the old town.
  • London, England: Big cities go all out during the holidays. The filming location for the famed Christmas movie “Love Actually,” London offers Christmas visitors markets, theater performances and a sea of historical landmarks.


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