Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

Peppermint Hot Chocolate
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Prep time: 5 minutes

Cooking time: 30 minutes

Serving size: 10 servings

Ingredients

  • ¾  cup white sugar
  • 5 cups milk
  • 1 1/2 cups dark or milk chocolate, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Optional: whipped topping
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Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar and chopped chocolate over low heat.
  2. Gradually add the milk, stirring slowly until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and heavy cream.
  4. Cook the hot chocolate mixture on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve the peppermint hot chocolate with whipped topping (optional) and enjoy!
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Flights
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Flights

Raleigh-Durham International Airport’s Busiest Domestic Flights

Data for domestic flights from RDU are from April 2023 – March 2024

10. Newark, New Jersey (263,600)

Busiest Domestic Flights Out Of RDU - Newark
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263,600 passengers took the flight from RDU to Newark with the top carriers being Delta and United. On average, there are 15 flights a week traveling from RDU to Newark.

9. Boston, Massachusetts (268,920)

Busiest Domestic Flights Out Of RDU - Boston
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The 1 hour and 27 minutes flight from RDU to Boston carried 268,920 passengers. The top carriers for the flight were Delta, Frontier, and JetBlue. Flights from RDU to Boston are operated 40 times a week, 6 flights a day on average. 

8. Chicago-O’Hare, Illinois (289,450)

Busiest Domestic Flights Out Of RDU - Chicago
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RDU to Chicago had 289,450 passengers with American Airlines, Frontier, and United as the top carriers. The flight time is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. 

7. New York, LaGuardia (291,790)

Busiest Domestic Flights Out Of RDU - Laguardia
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291,790 passengers traveled from RDU to LaGuardia between April 2023 and March 2024. The top carriers are American Airlines, Delta, and Frontier with a flight time of approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.

6. Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas (309,150)

Busiest Domestic Flights Out Of RDU - Dallas
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The flight from RDU to Dallas Fort Worth carried 309,150 passengers with American Airlines and Frontier as the top carrier. The flight time lasts around 2 hours and 30 minutes.

5. New York, JFK International (310,470)

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RDU to JFK International flew 310,470 passengers from April 2023 to March 2024. The flight lasted approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes and the top carriers were American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue. 

4. Denver, Colorado (313,970)

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The flight from RDU to Denver takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes and carries 313,970 passengers. The top carriers are Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines. This is the longest of the top domestic flights at 1,436 miles.

3. Orlando, Florida (405,150)

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Orlando, a popular tourist destination, had 405,150 passengers from April 2023 to March 2024. The top carriers include Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, and Southwest. The flight from RDU to Orlando takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

2. Charlotte, North Carolina (496,120)

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Charlotte, a popular flight connection, is the second busiest route from RDU with 496,120 passengers. The top carrier is American Airlines and the flight duration is approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes. This is the shortest of the top destinations at 129 miles.

1. Atlanta, Georgia (702,900)

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The most popular domestic destination out of RDU is Atlanta, Georgia with 702,900 passengers. The top carriers include Delta, Frontier, and Southwest. A flight from RDU to Atlanta, GA takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

Slow-Cooker Pot Roast

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Slow-Cooker Pot Roast Recipe by Amanda Tarlton from TasteofHome.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3-4 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 large carrots, cut into chunks
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 2 medium onions, cut into wedges
  • 2 celery ribs, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Directions

  1. Prepare the roast: Coat the roast with flour, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the roast on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  2. Layer the vegetables: Place carrots, potatoes, onions, and celery into a 6-quart slow cooker.
  3. Add the roast: Place the browned roast over the vegetables.
  4. Season and cook: Combine broth, thyme, basil, and garlic powder; pour over the roast. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender.
  5. Serve: Remove roast and vegetables to a serving platter. Strain cooking juices to serve as a gravy if desired.
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Peppermint Milkshake

Peppermint Milkshake

Peppermint Milkshake

Peppermint Milkshake
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Prep time: 5 minutes

Cooking time: n/a

Serving size: 3 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy
  • Whipped cream
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Directions

  1. Combine milk, vanilla ice cream, peppermint, vanilla extract, and peppermint crushed candy in a blender and blend until smooth. This should take approximately 30 seconds.
  2. Pour and top the peppermint milkshake with whipped cream and extra crushed peppermint (optional).
  3. Serve and enjoy!
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Orange Cranberry Glazed Meatballs

Orange Cranberry Glazed Meatballs

Orange Cranberry Glazed Turkey Meatballs

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Orange Cranberry Glazed Turkey Meatballs Recipe by John Mitzewich from AllRecipes.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
  • ¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup canned jellied cranberry sauce
  • ½ cup orange marmalade
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced Fresno pepper
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
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Directions

  1. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, poultry seasoning, garlic salt, onion powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Stir in 1 beaten egg, milk, and bread crumbs. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  2. Form and Brown Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Roll the turkey mixture into 1-tablespoon-sized balls. Place meatballs in a single layer in the skillet and brown on all sides, flipping occasionally. Transfer browned meatballs to a baking sheet and set aside.
  3. Make Cranberry Glaze: In the same skillet over medium heat, combine cranberry sauce, orange marmalade, and chicken broth. Stir in chopped jalapeño and Fresno peppers.
  4. Finish Cooking Meatballs: Add the browned meatballs to the skillet with the glaze. Reduce heat to medium-low, cooking until meatballs are no longer pink in the center and the glaze thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve Warm: Enjoy these spiced turkey meatballs with cranberry glaze as a festive appetizer or main dish!
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Apple Bacon Grilled Cheese

Apple Bacon Grilled Cheese

Apple Bacon Grilled Cheese

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Apple and Bacon Grilled Cheese Recipe from Food Network.

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds assorted tomatoes (heirloom, vine, and plum)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, for garnish (optional)
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 2 small onions, sliced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1-quart chicken stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
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Directions

Bacon, Apple, and Cheddar Grilled Cheese

  1. Assemble Sandwiches: Spread Dijon mustard on 4 slices of country white bread. Layer with sliced cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, and thin slices of Granny Smith apple. Top with 4 more slices of bread.
  2. Cook Sandwiches: Butter the outsides of the sandwiches. In a skillet over medium-low heat, cook each sandwich until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden, about 3 minutes per side.
  3. Serve with Roasted Tomato Soup (recipe below).

Roasted Tomato Soup

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 450°F.
  2. Prepare Ingredients: Core and halve larger tomatoes, leaving cherry tomatoes whole.
  3. Sauté in Roasting Pan: In a flameproof roasting pan over medium-high heat, drizzle 1/2 cup olive oil and add the tomatoes, garlic, and onions. Cook, stirring gently, until the garlic is browned (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Roast: Place the pan in the oven and roast until the tomatoes caramelize, about 20-30 minutes.
  5. Simmer Soup: Transfer the roasted tomatoes, garlic, and onions to a large stockpot (reserve cherry tomatoes for garnish). Add 3 cups chicken stock, 2 bay leaves, and butter. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until the liquid reduces by one-third, about 15-20 minutes. Discard the bay leaves.
  6. Blend and Finish: Add fresh basil to the pot, then blend until smooth using an immersion blender (or blend in batches in a regular blender). Adjust thickness by adding up to 1 cup of additional chicken stock. Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve: Divide the soup among bowls, garnish with roasted cherry tomatoes, and drizzle with olive oil.
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Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes

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Mashed Potatoes Recipe by Natasha Kravchuk from Natashas Kitchen.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 25 minutes

Servings: 10 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs russet potatoes, (12 medium) peeled
  • 1 1/4 cups hot milk, (use 1 to 1/4 cups) we used whole milk
  • 16 Tbsp unsalted butter (2 sticks), at room temperature (not melted)
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste (we used sea salt)
  • 1 Tbsp fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped for garnish (optional)
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Directions

  1. Prepare Potatoes: Peel and rinse the potatoes in cold water. If they’re very large, cut them in half. For extra smoothness, remove any small knots with a spoon or potato peeler.
  2. Boil Potatoes: Place potatoes in a large pot (5 Qt+) and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then cook partially covered for 20-25 minutes, or until easily pierced with a knife. Avoid overcooking.
  3. Drain and Mash: Drain potatoes well and transfer to the bowl of a stand mixer. Using a whisk attachment, mash the potatoes lightly by hand first, then begin mixing on low speed for 30 seconds.
  4. Add Milk and Butter: Slowly drizzle in 1 to 1 1/4 cups of hot milk to reach your preferred texture, increasing the mixer speed to medium. Add softened butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, allowing a few seconds between each addition.
  5. Season and Serve: Once fluffy, add 1 1/2 tsp salt or to taste. Serve warm!
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Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie Recipe

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Pumpkin Pie Recipe by Lauren Allen from Tastes Better From Scratch.

Prep time: 30 minutes

Cooking time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Serving size: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pie crust (9-inch, deep dish, unbaked)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 large eggs
  • 15-ounce can of canned pumpkin or fresh pumpkin puree
  • 12-ounce can of evaporated milk
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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. In a large bowl beat the eggs and pumpkin together. 
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and cloves. Add to the pumpkin mixture.
  4. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk. Carefully pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust. 
  5. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. 
  6. Reduce temperature to 350° F and bake for 40 to 50 minutes longer, or until the pie is set. 
  7. Check for doneness by giving the pie a gentle wiggle. The center may jiggle just a tiny bit but it will continue to set up as it cools.
  8. Allow the pumpkin pie to cool completely on a wire rack. 
  9. Serve with whipped cream and caramel pecan topping, if desired.
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Stuffing

Stuffing

Easy Stuffing Recipe

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Stuffing Recipe by Holly from Spend with Pennies.

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 55 minutes

Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 small yellow onions diced
  • 4 ribs celery diced
  • ⅔ cup butter
  • 1 ½ teaspoons poultry seasoning or ½ teaspoon ground sage
  • black pepper
  • salt to taste
  • 12 cups dry bread cubes
  • 2 to 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dry parsley
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs sage, thyme, and rosemary, or 1 teaspoon dry herbs
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Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and poultry seasoning (and rosemary if using). Reduce the temperature to medium-low and cook until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, onion mixture, parsley, and fresh herbs.
  4. Pour 1 cup of broth overtop and toss the cubes. Add the remaining broth, a little bit at a time until cubes are moist (but not soggy) and gently toss. You may not need all of the broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Place the bread mixture in a baking dish, dot with additional butter if desired, and cover.
  6. Bake for 35 minutes, uncover, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
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Productions

Productions

North Carolina Movie and TV Show Productions

One Tree Hill (Wilmington, NC)

One Tree Hill Set in North Carolina Productions
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Set in the fictional town of Tree Hill, North Carolina, One Tree Hill was filmed in several locations, including near the battleship USS North Carolina and the University of North Carolina Wilmington campus. The series premiered to 2.5 million viewers, quickly growing to 3.3 million by its second week. Notably, One Tree Hill was one of only three shows to increase its viewership in the second episode of the 2003-2004 season.

Dirty Dancing (Lake Lure, NC)

Dirty Dancing Set in North Carolina Productions
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Dirty Dancing, the 1987 American romantic drama, was primarily filmed in Lake Lure, North Carolina. Additionally, scenes were shot in Mountain Lake, Virginia, with meticulous editing to create the illusion of a single location. In Lake Lure, filming took place at Camp Chimney Rock, a former Boy Scout camp.

Outer Banks (Wilmington, NC)

Outer Banks Set in North Carolina Productions
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Outer Banks is set and filmed in North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Although co-creator Jones Pae initially envisioned Wilmington as a filming location, Netflix chose not to due to House Bill 2 legislation. Wilmington didn’t appear in the series until the fourth season in 2023. Additionally, the show filmed in Charleston, South Carolina, and Morocco. Outer Banks the TV show is one of the more popular North Carolina productions.

A Walk To Remember (Wilmington, NC)

A Walk to Remember Set in North Carolina Productions
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A Walk To Remember, filmed in Wilmington, North Carolina, took over 39 days during the summer of 2001. Because of this, the production utilized sets shared with Dawson’s Creek, including the school, hospital, and Landon’s home.

The Hunger Games (Western North Carolina)

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Filming for The Hunger Games primarily took place in North Carolina in 2012. Because of North Carolina law, Lionsgate acquired $8 million in tax breaks for filming in North Carolina. DuPont State Forest in North Carolina became the scene for District 12. Charlotte, Asheville, and Shelby were amongst other locations where filming took place in North Carolina.

Eastbound & Down (Shelby and Wilmington, NC)

Eastbound and Down
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Eastbound & Down takes place in Shelby, North Carolina, but filming occurred in Wilmington (NC), Myrtle Beach (SC), and Puerto Rico. The show premiered on February 15th, 2009, and concluded on November 17th, 2013.

Forrest Gump (Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina)

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Filming for Forrest Gump mainly took place in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The 1994 film was an adaptation of the 1986 novel by Winston Groom. North Carolina filming locations included Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, and the Biltmore Estate.

Talladega Nights (Charlotte, NC)

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Talladega Nights is set in both North Carolina and Alabama and except for one week of shooting, all filming occurred in North Carolina in 2006. Talladega Nights is one of the most notable North Carolina productions with most of the filming occurring in the Charlotte Metropolitan Area. Filming locations include the Charlotte Motor Speedway, Rockingham Speedway, and Concord, North Carolina.

Bull Durham (Durham, NC)

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Bull Durham is based around the Durham Bulls baseball team and Durham, North Carolina. The 1988 film is based on the experiences of minor-league baseball from the viewpoint of writer/director Ron Shelton. Filming for Bull Durham took place in Durham Athletic Park and various other locations around Durham.

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