This Pastitsio Recipe Will Be Your Go-To Comfort Food On Chilly Evenings

Sep 26, 2022

The Mediterranean diet is one of the few eating philosophies that's simultaneously healthy for your body and totally free from restriction and deprivation. The happy coincidence, of course, is that Mediterranean cuisine is incredibly delicious. From fresh vegetables to delectable seafood recipes, food from this region is nourishing, colorful, and packed with flavor. Something we don't always associate with Mediterranean-inspired meals? Comfort food. Enter pastitsio, a baked pasta dish hailing from Greece that's filling, hearty, and absolutely perfect for cold fall and winter evenings. You're going to want to bookmark this one.

Ingredients:

Tomato Meat Sauce:

2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 pound lean ground beef
1 pound ground lamb
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Bechamel and Pasta:

1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 stick salted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups Pecorino Romano or fresh Parmesan, divided
2 eggs
2/3 sheep yogurt or Greek yogurt
3/4 pound small shell pasta

Optional Toppings:

Chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

Tomato Meat Sauce:

Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large pot or deep pan.
Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes.
Add in ground beef and ground lamb, and sauté for an additional 8-10 minutes until no longer pink, breaking up with a wooden spatula or spoon.
Drain off excess fat, then add in balsamic vinegar and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add in garlic, cinnamon, oregano, and thyme, and continue cooking over medium heat for 5 minutes.
Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and simmer for 45 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Béchamel:

Heat milk and cream together in a saucepan over low heat until simmering.
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter.
Add the flour and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly for 2 minutes.
Pour the milk mixture into the butter mixture, whisking constantly.
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and thick.
Add in nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir in half of the Pecorino or Parmesan and 1/2 cup of the tomato meat sauce until well mixed.
Cool for 10 minutes.
Whisk eggs in a bowl, then add to the sauce along with the yogurt, and set aside.

How It All Comes Together:

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and set aside.
Mix the cooked pasta to the tomato meat sauce, then add to a large baking dish.
Spread the béchamel evenly over the pasta, then sprinkle remaining Pecorino or Parmesan on top.
Bake for 1 hour until golden brown. Serve hot and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes:

To make gluten-free, just sub the flour for gluten-free all purpose flour, and the pasta for gluten-free pasta!

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Recipe and photos by Sarah Anderson.

I Made The Starbucks Medicine Ball Drink At Home – Here's How It Went

When I was working barista shifts at Starbucks over the winter, we'd get Medicine Ball orders every single hour. And not going to lie, I really hated them. Let me get this straight — I didn't hate the drink, but I more so disliked the fact that the customers ordering them almost always demanded their tea between a swarm of thick coughs and countless small sniffles. Yuck.

It truly felt like I was on the fence of getting sick pretty much every time someone stepped up to the register. But, I remained strong and I did what I had to do as a service worker, which in this case, was to pour the peachy-citrus tea into a pool of honey syrup, then top it with steamed lemonade. Coughs and sniffles aside, I often questioned why someone would order the Medicine Ball, based on the cost of the drink alone (up to $6, and that gets expensive when you're ordering it all the time).

Popular during sick season, the Starbucks Medicine Ball (AKA the Honey Citrus Mint Tea) may be good, but it's not good enough to cure you of that semi-flu, or whatever other pathogens might have been floating around in my café. It's also not worth putting someone else's health in jeopardy. Turns out, you can make the Medicine Ball at home — which saves money and effort (and spares others' safety) in the long run.

Scroll on to find out how simple making the Starbucks Medicine Ball really is!

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TikTok always makes recipes look effortless. So, I took this trusty tutorial into our own hands to compare how good an at-home Medicine Ball could really be against the real one from Starbucks.

Ingredients for the Starbucks Medicine Ball Drink

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How can I make a Medicine Ball at home?

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Making a Starbucks Medicine Ball at home is pretty straightforward:

Heat 1 cup of lemonade in the microwave for 45 seconds to a minute.
Add 1 cup of hot water and stir in 1 tablespoon honey.
Add one bag of Peach Tranquility and one bag of Jade Citrus Mint, then steep for a few minutes.
Enjoy your Medicine Ball!

How I Made The Starbucks Medicine Ball At Home

Meredith Holser

First, I embarked on an ever-iconic Target run to gather my copycat Starbucks Medicine Ball recipe ingredients. Since they were out of the exact Teavana teas I needed to replicate the TikTok recipe, I picked up two similar ones: first, the Good & Gather Organic Peach Honey Tea, and the Good & Gather Organic Mint Tea. I also picked up a jug of lemonade, and planned to use the honey I already had at home. All together, the three ingredients I needed ended up costing me about $9.50.

Step 1: Heat Lemonade

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I measured a cup of lemonade, and just popped my Starbucks mug in the microwave for a minute.

Step 2: Add Water and Honey

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While the lemonade was in the microwave, I set some water on in my electric kettle. Once both liquids were heated up, I measured a cup of water and combined it in the mug with a tablespoon of honey. Yum!

Step 3: Steep Tea Bags

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Then, I put the two teabags in the mixture to steep. The tea wasn't overly hot either, and I steeped them for about 3 minutes before giving my homemade Medicine Ball recipe a lil' sip.

Is the homemade version of the Medicine Ball as good as the one from Starbucks?

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To my surprise, my homemade Medicine Ball recipe was extremely delicious, and it mimicked the Starbucks one so closely. Before tasting, I gave my tea a sniff, and the smell was pretty much identical to the drink made in stores. The flavor hit the exact same mark.

Overall, I rate my homemade Starbucks Medicine Ball a 4.7/5.

The only detracting factors are the temperature of the drink – Starbucks steams their lemonade to make the drink super hot, and mine wasn't nearly as piping. Of course, this is just personal preference, and next time, I can heat the lemonade for a longer duration, or reheat the drink altogether. Another reason for the minimal point deduction is the drink wasn't as sweet as I expected it to be. Again, this is a personal preference, and you can add as little or as much sweetener you desire!

All of this goes to say, that a homemade Starbucks Medicine Ball is just as yummy as the one you can get at a Starbucks cafe. By following the steps above, you can make a copycat recipe that's going to satisfy your hankering for a citrusy, hot tea!

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45 Festive Christmas Desserts To Feed Your Holiday Spirit

It's time for apple, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice desserts to take a backseat – Christmas desserts with peppermint and spiked sweets are here to shine. Festive food gets us in even more of a holiday mood than we're already in, and you really can't decorate your space or watch a holiday movie marathon without some sweet treats, can you? Get ready to yank your baking supplies out of the pantry at least once or twice this holiday season.

Here are 45 festive Christmas desserts that will make your holidays so magical!

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Vegan Mini Chocolate Pies with Pecan Caramel

Mini pies are the perfect Christmas dessert because they're hand-held and bite-sized, plus these feature chocolate, pecan, and caramel flavors! They're also vegan, which just makes us love them even more. (via Brit + Co)

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Easy Puppy Chow Recipe

You probably already have everything you need for this DIY dessert recipe: peanut butter (or another nut butter), chocolate chips, Chex cereal, butter, and powdered sugar. The red and green candies are just a bonus! (via Brit + Co)

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The Best Sugar Cookies

These sugar cookies are so good, they don't really need any embellishments, but would it really be a Christmas party without reindeer cookies?! Save a few to leave out for Santa, too. (via Brit + Co)

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Oreo Red Velvet Cheesecake

If you love red velvet cake and you love cheesecake, then this is the dessert for you. The crust, cheesecake filling, and whipped cream come together beautifully so that every bite you take is better than the last! Plus, the Oreos on top are the perfect finishing touch. (via Brit + Co)

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Paleo Christmas Cookies

Cookies will never be totally healthy, but there are definitely ways that you can make them healthier. Check out this easy Christmas dessert that's paleo-friendly. (via Brit + Co)

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Eggnog French Toast

Have breakfast for dessert by adding eggnog to your French toast batter. It adds just the right amount of spice to the recipe and makes it creamy and smooth. (via Brit + Co)

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Sweet Chai Latte Cupcakes

Turn your favorite morning beverage into a sweet treat with these cupcakes. The flavors and spices make for the perfect holiday season dessert. (via Brit + Co)

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Peppermint Macarons with White Chocolate Ganache

Find a new way to enjoy the minty flavor of peppermint with this macarons recipe. Covered in white chocolate, it's a nod to the traditional French pastry. (via Brit + Co)

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Chocolate Pumpkin Tart with Gingersnap Crust

Move over white chocolate ganache, because this pumpkintart is ready for its turn in the spotlight. We love that the gingersnap crust helps balance the rich taste of dark chocolate. (via Brit + Co)

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Puff Pastry Apple Roses

These roses look good enough to eat – because they are indeed edible! It's the one time you'll enjoy stopping to smell the roses. (via Brit + Co)

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Vegan Apple Cake

If puff pastry apple roses feel like too much of a lite dessert, you'll want to keep this vegan apple cake recipe handy. (via Brit + Co)

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Baked Hot Chocolate Doughnuts

We have a *major* sweet tooth for anything that involves gooey chocolate, so combining our love of doughnuts and hot chocolate sounds like a dream come true. (via Brit + Co)

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Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Yogurt Cups

Take a break from traditional Christmas desserts and make candy recipes instead! Who knows, someone may request that you make frozen chocolate peanut butter yogurt cups for their birthday next year. (via Brit + Co)

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Eggnog with Sugared Rosemary

Who says desserts have to be food? This sweet drink is a classic Christmas dessert, whether you're decorating the tree or curling up for a movie night. Our favorite detail is definitely the sugared rosemary. (via Brit + Co)

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Mini Gingerbread Cheesecakes

If regular slices of cheesecake are too rich for you, try these mini bite-sized options for your next get-together. They're a little bit spicy, a little bit sweet, and just the right amount of creamy. (via Brit + Co)

Even Santa Will Want A Bite Of These Christmas Desserts!

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Peppermint Bark Cannoli

You just can’t get through the snowy season without indulging in some sweet and cool peppermint bark. No surprise, it's amazing in cannolis. (via Sugar and Cloth)

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Mott's Gingerbread Cups

These lil cups are a fun, festive, and fabulous treat to make with and for your little ones — or for anyone else, frankly! Just look how cute they are! (via Mott's)

Liv for Cake

Rum and Eggnog Bundt Cake

We like big bundts and we cannot lie; a slice of this, we can't deny! Flavored with rum and eggnog, this luscious cake is slathered with a generous coating of eggnog cream cheese icing that will make your tastebuds sing. (via Liv for Cake)

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Eggnog Cheesecake Brownies

With creamy eggnog cheesecake swirling into fudgy goodness, these brownies will make even eggnog naysayers fall in love with the soft and chewy bites. (via A Cookie Named Desire)

Two Peas & Their Pod

Chocolate Peppermint Bundt Cake

We know you’re thinking it because we’re thinking it — be still, my heart! This rich, minty, and chocolatey cake is dripping with glaze and topped with crushed candy canes. Can you say flavor bomb? (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Sugar and Cloth

Champagne Donuts With White Chocolate Glaze

One of the best things about donuts is they can be enjoyed as both a dessert *and* as a sweet breakfast option. The Champagne-infused dough and white chocolate glaze create the ultimate holiday treat. (via Sugar and Cloth)

Domestic Gothess

Apple and Mincemeat Filo Wreath

This swoon-worthy recipe stuffs crisp apples and mincemeat into a flaky filo pastry, resulting in complete dessert heaven. Adorned with cranberries and drizzled with custard, this treat is guaranteed to be a hit at any holiday party. (via Domestic Gothess)

Two Peas & Their Pod

Mexican Wedding Cookies

These tiny snowballs are slightly salty, nutty, buttery, and downright delish. (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Pinch of Yum

Cranberry Dark Chocolate Biscotti

We hope you’re ready for additional caffeine, because you’ll be brewing an extra cup a day just for an excuse to dip and devour these beauties. Totally addicting, these munchies are packed with nuts and cranberries and drizzled with chocolate. (via Pinch of Yum)

The Real Food Dietitians

Homemade Marshmallows

Storebought marshmallows will never taste the same after you make these. Dip them in chocolate or add them to your hot cocoa for a truly decadent treat. (via The Real Food Dietitians)

Sprinkle Bakes

Eggnog Panna Cotta with Spiked Cranberry Sauce

Silky smooth panna cotta may seem like a summery dessert, but when made with eggnog and topped with orange liqueur-spiked cranberry sauce, it's completely festive. (via Sprinkle Bakes)

You Won't Want To Share These Delicious Christmas Desserts

How Sweet Eats

White Christmas Sparkle Cake

If you prefer snowflakes and twinkly lights to bright red and green decorations, you'll love this fluffy vanilla almond cake with cream cheese frosting. (via How Sweet Eats)

You Won't Believe How Tasty These Christmas Desserts Are

Sprinkle Bakes

Meringue Christmas Wreath Cake

But if you do love colorful decorations, opt for this wreath cake, decked out with nonpareils and candy canes. (via Sprinkle Bakes)

Averie Cooks

Holiday Sugar Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Instead of rolling out dough to make individual cookies, bake up these bars, and have fun making your own sprinkle design on top. (via Averie Cooks)

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Marmalade Thumbprint Cookies

It truly isn’t the holidays without some jam-filled thumbprint cookies to munch on. Though a berry jam is most commonly used, the choice of this orange jam is brilliant. (via The View From Great Island)

My Life Cookbook

Christmas Tree Mousse Cups

You don't have to be an artist to make an adorable tree-shaped dollop of mousse in these chocolate cups. (via My Life Cookbook)

Best Friends for Frosting

Peppermint Cream Puffs

Bite-size cream puffs are the ideal treat, and with a light peppermint ganache and festive sprinkles, they're holiday-ready. (via Best Friends for Frosting)

Feel Good Foodie

Chocolate Peppermint Mousse

We love how fluffy mousse is, and this Christmas dessert (which only needs four ingredients, FYI!!) mixes in peppermint extract for the perfect seasonal flavor. Add some crushed candy canes on top for an extra cute detail. (via Feel Good Foodie)

Passion for Savings

Funfetti Christmas Cake Roll

Don't be intimidated by the cylindrical shape; this colorful cake is both easy to bake and easy to roll up while hot. (via Passion for Savings)

Just a Little Bit of Bacon

Italian Pear Cranberry Tart

If the cranberry sauce at your Thanksgiving dinner didn’t satisfy your cranberry needs, this festive tart will. Fresh cranberries are piled into a shortbread crust over a luscious layer of almond cream, and it’s kind of the best thing ever. (via Just a Little Bit of Bacon)

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Viennese Crescent Cookies

Popular in Austria, these melt-in-your-mouth Christmas cookies are a simple blend of hazelnuts, butter, and powdered sugar. (via Leite's Culinaria)

We'd Recommend These Christmas Desserts To Everyone

Domestic Gothess

Mincemeat, Marzipan, and Apple Bread Wreath

Filled with mincemeat, marzipan, and apricot jam, this impressive buttery wreath is packed with flavor. And since it's fruity, you can get away with eating it for breakfast. (via Domestic Gothess)

Half Baked Harvest

Sugar Cookie Chocolate Crème Brûlée

Have more Christmas cookies than you know what to do with? Use them to top these velvety, chocolate-rich crème brûlées. (via Half Baked Harvest)

The View From Great Island

Gingerbread Bundt Cake

If you want to get real fancy, haul out your bundt cake pan and try this recipe. The patterned cake looks even more impressive when laden with a shiny glaze. (via The View From Great Island)

Crowded Kitchen

Slice and Bake Heart Cookies

These heart-shaped cookies are so much easier to make than you'd think. Impress your Christmas guests with a bout of sugar cookies! (via Crowded Kitchen)

Forks and Foliage

Tahini Brownies

If you can't handle full-on sweetness, try these brownies that mix in some tahini for a nutty flavor addition. The flaky salt on top adds an edge that you do not want to miss out on. (via Forks and Foliage)

Rachel Mansfield

Vegan Peanut Butter Blossoms

Is there a better duo than chocolate and peanut butter? These blossoms feature creamy peanut butter and dark chocolate chips for a rich, smooth take on the classic combo. (via Rachel Mansfield)

Averie Cooks

Olive Oil Orange Cake

This citrusy, just slightly olive-oily cake will brighten up your winter diet, and the touch of Grand Marnier makes it taste extra-elegant. (via Averie Cooks)

Vanilla and Bean

Hazelnut Shortbread with Salted Ganache Sandwich Cookies

Okay, regular Oreos. We raise you one with these uniquely delicious (and super festive!) homemade sandwich cookies! (via Vanilla and Bean)

Chef Genevieve LaMonaca

Sugar Dusted Donut Christmas Tree by Chef Genevieve LaMonaca

For this delicious Christmas dessert, roll 60 (3lbs) white donut holes in 2.25oz green sugar sprinkles, then cover a 5.5 x 13.5-inch foam cone in plastic wrap. Insert your toothpicks (you'll need 60) into the foam, then push donut hole on the toothpick. Start from the bottom and work your way up. Add 1/2 cup peanut M&M’s to fill holes to resemble Christmas ornaments. Top with gold star cupcake topper. Cover with saran wrap until ready to use. Make up to 3 days ahead of time!

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This article has been updated with additional reporting by Justina Huddleston, Dana Sandonato, Meredith Holser, and Chloe Williams.

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Make These Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes As A Thanksgiving Appetizer (Or Side!)

Have you figured out your Thanksgiving menu yet? Whether you're serving up a turkey, vegan options, or all of the above, you probably want some super delicious sides and appetizers to complement your other Thanksgiving recipes! These bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes are so versatile, you can serve them before your meal, on the side, or even for breakfast on the morning of Thanksgiving Day. Delicious and Paleo-approved, they really have no downsides. Plus, bacon!

Get the recipe for bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes below!

Ingredients for Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes

Sarah Anderson

3 medium sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
20 slices of bacon
1/4 teaspoon pink salt
Freshly ground pepper

Directions for Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potatoes

Sarah Anderson

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
Line a baking sheet with some parchment paper.
Cut your sweet potatoes into thick-cut wedges or fry shapes.
Wrap each sweet potato piece with a slice of bacon, slightly overlapping the bacon on itself as it goes around the sweet potato.
Place the sweet potatoes in a single layer onto the baking sheet, leaving an inch or two in between each one. Do this in two batches, if needed. Sprinkle salt and pepper on top before baking.
Bake the bacon-wrapped sweet potatoes for 35 minutes. The potatoes should be tender and the bacon should be crispy.
Serve the wedges with your choice of ketchup, ranch, or aioli – or all of the above! Enjoy!

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Kourtney Kardashian & Travis Barker Get Cozy In Sweet Birthday Tribute

In the realm of celebrity families, the Kardashians reign supreme. Among them, eldest sister Kourtney Kardashian stands out with her dynamic personality and well-documented (Hello, Keeping Up With The Kardashians!) foray into motherhood. She recently made it known that being a mom is her number one priority, and she won't allow anyone or anything to take her away from that. With that level of dedication, it's clear that Kourtney is an amazing mom with lots of love to give! Here's everything you should know about her sweet kids!

How many biological kids does Kourtney Kardashian have?

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Kourtney Kardashian has four biological kids! Their names are Mason, Penelope, Reign, and Rocky. She shares her first three children with ex Scott Disick, and now shares Rocky her current husband, Travis Barker. Kourtney also appears to be very close to her step children, Landon and Alabama Barker.

What is Kourtney Kardashian's new baby's name?

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Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker announced the birth of their beautiful baby boy on December 22, 2023. His name is Rocky Thirteen Barker, which has a special meaning for Travis' father. Travis told Grazia Magazine that Rocky George was the guitarist for Suicidal Tendencies, and 13 is "just the greatest number of all time."

Will Kourtney Kardashian have a surrogate?

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According to Daily Mail, Kourtney's pregnancy with Rocky wasn't easy, eventually ending up with a rush to the hospital for urgent fetal surgery. Because of how difficult (and likely traumatizing) that was, Kourtney and Travis have apparently decided to go with a surrogate for any future children they have.

Mason Dash Disick, 14

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Mason Dash Disick, born on December 14, 2009, is Kourtney's first biological child. He's also the first grandchild of the Kardashian family, and his birth was actually filmed for Keeping Up With the Kardashians! His middle name might sound familiar, as it also belongs to the set of stores that Kourtney, Khloe, and Kim previously ran. "Dash" parallels their last name and simultaneously serves as a tribute to their late father's (Robert Kardashian) nickname.

Penelope Scotland Disick, 11

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Penelope — often affectionately referred to as "P" — was born on July 8, 2012. She was also born on Keeping Up With the Kardashians and is very close with her famous cousin, North West. They post their hilarious antics all over TikTok, making us miss those childhood mems with our own cousins.

Reign Aston Disick, 9

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Reign is Kourtney and Scott's youngest child, and he was born on the same day as his older brother Mason! He's nine years old, and seems to bring his big personality wherever he goes. You can find a lot of his goofiness all over Kourt's Instagram.

Rocky Thirteen Barker, 3 months

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Rocky Thirteen Barker is the latest addition to Kourtney Kardashian's kids! Kourtney was very open about her struggles with conceiving Rocky, as well as the complications that arose during her pregnancy. Thankfully, all worked out well, and now Rocky is living his best life with his parents and siblings!

How many kids does Travis Barker have?

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Outside of Rocky, Travis Barker shares two biological with his ex-wife, Shanna Moakler. He also has a step-daughter named Atiana De La Hoya who he — and Kourtney — are very close with.

Atiana De La Hoya, 24

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Travis Barker's shares his step daughter, Atiana De Le Hoya, with her mother Shanna Moakler. Atiana was born on March 29, 1999, and she's the eldest of the combined Barker-Kardashian clan. Atiana acts, and she recently starred in a thriller called Maya.

Landon Asher Barker, 20

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Landon Barker was born on October 9, 2003, and is a musician — just like his dad! He's released a number of songs including "Trust" and "Holiday". In June of 2022, Landon began dating Internet celebrity and TikTok star, Charli D'Amelio. Sadly, in February of 2024, the two called it quits. They expressed that they're still friends and still have a lot of love left for one another.

Alabama Luella Barker, 18

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Music must run in the family because Alabama Barker is a budding musician, too! She was born on December 24, 2005, while her family was starring in a reality show called Meet the Barkers. Today, she's still in the spotlight and is very active on TikTok. She posts a lot of her music across her platforms — which have collectively over 3 million followers!

How old is Travis Barker?

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Travis Barker recently celebrated his 49th birthday with Kourtney Kardashian by his side. The Lemme founder shared a sweet carousel of pictures of Instagram and wrote "Happy birthday to the love of my life," in her caption. Travis responded with, "My best friend, I love you. It’s you forever 🖤," which makes my heart melt.

Each picture features a candid BTS look at them cuddling and enjoying each other's presence, but they all share a common theme. These two are happily in love and are excited to be taking on the world together.

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2024’s Boldest Holiday Decor Trends—Chrome, Disco, and Pretty Pastels

This holiday season is all about thinking outside the traditional festive box of decorations. From disco ball ornaments to huge velvet bows, chromatic Christmas accessories, and pastel hues, this list is full of everything you need to decorate your home for the holidays with more personality than ever before. Hop on these bold Christmas decorating trends for 2024 and turn your home into a spunky and spirited place to be all season.

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Revive Your Holidays With Rose Pink Velvet Ornaments

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Soft pastel tones bring a dreamy, tranquil vibe to holiday decor, perfect for a fresh, modern look that adds warmth and elegance to any space. Start the season with a bright and retro set of rose pink velvet ornaments that are far more stylish than the traditional green and red.

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Brighten Up Your Tree With This Sequin Tree Skirt

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Add a touch of elegance to your holiday decor with this 48-inch pink sequin tree skirt. Its shimmering sequins and double-layered, durable design bring a festive glow, pairing perfectly with rose gold accents for a unique holiday look. Ideal for 6-7.5ft trees and use indoors or out.

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Soften Your Scheme With This Vintage Night Light

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This classic Christmas tree night light brings a touch of vintage charm to your holiday scheme. When plugged in, it casts a retro glow that warms up hallways, bedrooms, or bathrooms with timeless holiday nostalgia.

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Soften Your Dining Space With This Blush Pink Table Runner

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Elevate your table with this soft, hand-dyed cheesecloth table runner. Its rustic, vintage charm and fray-proof edges make it perfect for home decor, weddings, holidays, and boho-themed gatherings. A graceful drape beautifully enhances tables, chairs, or wedding arches with timeless charm.

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Go Chrome With Christmas Cones

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These three disco Christmas cones, each in a different size, offer a stylish and unique addition to holiday decor. Their sturdy structure and reflective surfaces bring a modern, welcoming touch to any Christmas setting, effortlessly enhancing desks, rooms, or party spaces with a festive ambiance.

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Add Colorful Texture With Tassel Garland

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Brighten your space with this boho tassel garland, crafted from soft cotton rope in vibrant colors that resist fading. Paired with smooth, natural wood beads, this charming garland adds a pop of farmhouse flair. Perfect for decorating hallways, nurseries, and holiday setups, it brings cheerful charm to any room.

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Make Your Space Feel Like Magic With Christmas Fairy Lights

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These 19-foot Christmas fairy lights feature a convenient end-to-end connection, allowing multiple strands to link for larger displays. The parallel circuit design ensures one bulb’s outage won’t affect the rest, adding reliability to their energy-efficient glow. Complete with spare fuses and bulbs, these lights are built for a warm, lasting holiday display.

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Jingle With Rustic Gold Bells

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Handcrafted in India, these vintage-style gold bells bring rustic charm and warmth to any holiday decor. Their timeless, velvet-wrapped elegance adds a nostalgic, harmonious touch to Christmas trees and displays.

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Cheers in Style With New Glass Coupes

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Add a splash of color to your glassware collection with these colorful glass coupes. Each glass brings its own charm in hues of pink, magenta blue, green, and orange, blending a vintage floral silhouette with a vibrant modern twist. Perfect for hosting or quiet evenings, these 7-ounce coupes invite a touch of playful elegance to any moment.

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We Can't Get Over This Chicken Nuggets Ornament

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Bring a quirky touch to your holiday decor with this glass chicken nuggets ornament! Shaped like a glittering red box filled with golden “chicky nuggies,” it adds a fun twist to traditional holiday decorations. Perfect for those who love a dash of humor and nostalgia on the tree, this eye-catching ornament will surely be a conversation starter all season long.

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Style a Winter Wonderland With Candy House Ornaments

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This set of pastel candy house ornaments brings a touch of whimsy to your holiday decor. In soft pink, blue, and green, these charming houses light up to create a cozy, inviting glow. Crafted from durable soft clay with delicate, candy-like details, they add a sweet, magical touch to your Christmas tree, perfect for creating a warm holiday atmosphere.

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Dress Up Your Sofa With Seasonal Pillow Covers

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These seasonal Christmas pillow covers easily refresh your decor and can be stored compactly. The set of 4 features unique, charming designs that pair well with rustic, modern, or vintage styles, perfect for any room or outdoor space. Made from durable polyester with invisible zippers, they’re easy to wash and reuse. Ideal as a holiday accent or a thoughtful gift, these covers add simple, festive charm to any home.

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Create Your Own Candyland With These Plastic Candy Canes

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These festive plastic candy cane decorations come in classic Christmas colors, adding a cheerful touch to trees, windows, or gifts. Perfect for decorating Christmas trees, windows, walls, wreaths, and gift packages, they offer versatile holiday decor options with customizable color combinations.

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Dress Your Tree In Pretty Sweets With Pastel Macaron Ornaments

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Add a sweet touch to your holiday decor with the Kurt Adler pastel macaron ornament set. Featuring glittery, pastel macarons in soft colors, these charming ornaments bring a whimsical, festive sparkle to your Christmas tree or home decor.

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Dance On With This Disco Tree Topper

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This 8-inch disco ball tree topper combines a retro-inspired design with festive elegance. Its reflective silver mirror squares catch the light, enhancing your tree’s presence with a subtle, glamorous shimmer. Perfect for adding a touch of 70s nostalgia, this topper creates an inviting, vintage ambiance that elevates any holiday decor.

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Deck The Halls With a Colorful Pom Pom Stocking

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Brighten your holiday decor with this colorful Christmas pom pom stocking. Adorned with playful, vibrant pom poms, this stocking adds a cheerful, festive touch to any space and provides ample room for holiday treats and surprises.

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These Disco Bows Don't Miss

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Add sparkle to your festivities with these unique silver disco bows. Featuring 12 disco-inspired bows that brilliantly reflect light, they’re perfect for creating a dazzling effect on Christmas trees, wreaths, or any holiday decor, leaving a lasting impression that's totally on-trend.

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You Can't Go Wrong With Pastel Disco Ball Ornaments

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This set of six three-inch hanging disco ball ornaments brings vibrant reflections to any celebration. Handcrafted with shimmering sequins, each ornament creates a captivating light display. Ideal for Christmas trees, garlands, or party decor, they add dazzling energy to any event.

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You Need These Huge Sparkling Pine Branches

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Add sparkle and texture to your holiday decor with this set of 20 glittered pine branches, each measuring 10.4 inches. Perfect for enhancing wreaths, garlands, or Christmas trees, these bendable, soft-touch branches bring a festive shimmer to any arrangement, adding dimension and a touch of holiday magic.

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Revamp Your Vibe With Velvet Bows

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Add a vintage touch to your Christmas decor with this set of 24 velvet bows. Each bow measures five inches wide and seven inches long and is crafted from luxurious velvet for a soft, smooth feel. These elegant bows are perfect for trees, wreaths, and gifts, bringing a warm, timeless charm to your holiday celebrations.

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A Statement-Making Tree Topper Bow

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Make a bold holiday statement with this oversized satin tree topper bow in soft pink, complete with long, flowing streamers. This striking bow adds a playful yet elegant touch, bringing a nostalgic charm and warm, feminine flair to your holiday decor. Perfect for creating a festive focal point.

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Create Bold Christmas Style With Sushi Ornaments

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Add a playful twist to your holiday decor with these plastic sushi ornaments! From colorful rolls to nigiri topped with “fish,” each piece is crafted with fun, quirky details that sushi lovers will adore. Perfect for bringing a dash of culinary flair to your tree, these ornaments will catch everyone’s eye and spark smiles all season long.

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Create Rustic Charm With Snowflake Decorations

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These staggered-sized snowflake decorations blend well with any Christmas scene and fit nicely on top of a fireplace mantle. The distressed design makes creating a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere easy.

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Every Home Needs Joyful Felt Christmas Gnomes

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Bring charm and whimsy to your holiday decor with this set of two handmade, lighted Christmas gnomes. Standing 12 inches tall, each gnome features a soft felt body, a bendable sequined hat, and a fluffy beard. They're perfect for adding a cozy, playful touch to your table or tree skirt this season.

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Illuminate Your Holiday With These Table Candles

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These table candles, crafted from quality wax and featuring a realistic Christmas tree design, bring festive warmth to any setting. Paired with sturdy metal holders, they ensure style and safety, adding a timeless charm to your holiday table settings.

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Create Classic Christmas Appeal With Plaid Cloth Napkins

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These plaid cloth napkins add a cozy, timeless touch to any table setting. Their soft texture and classic design bring warmth to holiday gatherings and dinners alike. Machine washables are right on trend with sustainable design trends.

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Jazz Up Dinner With Velvet Napkin Rings

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Add a festive touch to your table with this set of six green velvet napkin rings. Their bow design is stylish yet subtle, perfect for formal banquets and casual gatherings. Crafted from high-quality velvet, they bring your settings a soft, sophisticated charm.

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There's a Winter Wonderland Inside These Snow-String Lights

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Add a cozy, festive glow to your home this season with adorable Christmas snow-string lights. Each bulb is filled with faux pine, snow, and charming mini decorations, perfect for creating a warm, vintage-inspired ambiance in bedrooms, around fireplaces, windows, or curtains.

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Deck Your Halls With Mini Disco Balls

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This mini disco balls set, available in assorted sizes, brings a subtle, elegant shimmer to any setting. Each reflective surface catches light beautifully, adding a sophisticated ambiance to celebrations. Ideal for occasions like weddings, birthdays, or festive gatherings, these ornaments elevate decor, whether displayed on trees, ceilings, doors, or windows.

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Curate Your Holiday Vibe With Mini Pine Trees

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This set of mini pine trees offers a versatile palette of colors ideal for creating a charming holiday scene. Available in three sizes, each frosted sisal tree features snowy branches for a wintery effect, allowing you to craft a unique and festive display with an enchanting vintage feel.

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Activate Holiday Nostalgia With Ceramic Christmas Lights

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The 25-foot strand of vintage C7 Christmas lights features 25 multicolor ceramic bulbs that emit a soft, warm glow. Ideal for indoor and outdoor use, these lights bring a nostalgic, festive ambiance to any holiday setting, enhancing spaces with a cozy, retro charm.

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Add Heigh With Baby Pine Trees

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These tiny snow-dusted pine trees have a solid wood base for stability all season long. They’re lightweight and easy to move around as you add more to your mantle in preparation for Christmas morning.

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Effortlessly Deck Your Halls With Festive Ball Garland

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This 4-foot Festive Ball Garland brings a cheerful holiday touch with its multicolored plastic balls, perfect for adding color and charm. Ideal for mantels, banisters, or Christmas trees, the garland’s lively palette infuses spaces with seasonal warmth. Its durable plastic construction ensures it remains a vibrant decor piece year after year.

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Entryways Need This Festive Pink Doormat

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Greet your guests with a cheerful, merry, and bright welcome when you decorate your entryway with this pastel pink doormat. "I really, really love this doormat," said one reviewer. "It has beautiful vibrant colors, and I based my Christmas decor for my front porch all on how cute this mat was!"

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Family-Friendly Style With Flameless Taper Candles

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These flameless taper candles offer a safe, elegant ambiance without the mess of wax or risks of fire, perfect for homes with children or pets. The LED bulbs feature a diamond-like cut, casting a warm, flickering glow that adds a festive sparkle to any setting. Equipped with a convenient timer and remote, these candles allow easy brightness adjustments, making them an ideal choice for Christmas or special occasions.

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This Pink Christmas Tree Is Everything

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This unique pink Christmas tree brings a playful twist to traditional holiday decor, instantly catching the eye in any room. With full, fluffy branches that shape up in minutes, it offers ample space for ornaments, creating a vibrant and festive focal point that’s both fun and stylish.

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Brighten Your Holidays With This Twinkle Tree

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Add a glistening twinkle tree to your tabletop each season to bring on the good luck of the new year. This white twig design features 24 LED lights that glow for a festive ambiance, especially on your mantle or coffee table.

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Treat Your Guests With Glittering Gold Placemats

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Every seat at your dining table is like its own mini vignette. Adding these chic gold placemats to each setting this holiday season will add a touch of glamour to your dinner party and save your tablecloth from spills and stains.

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