Image: Nintendo It’s not a successor to the Switch, but Nintendo does have a new piece of hardware to announce: a motion-controlled alarm clock. The device is called Alarmo, and it “responds to your movements,” which means you can snooze it with a gesture or stop it by actually getting out of bed. It costs $99.99 and will be available in early 2025, though Nintendo says Switch Online subscribers can purchase it early right now. It appears this is the mystery Nintendo gadget that hit the Federal Communications Commission last month, which revealed that the device features a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi radio and a 24GHz mmWave sensor. In addition to the motion features, a big part of the device appears to be its immersive sounds, which are pulled from five different... Continue reading…

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Ground Beef Wellingtons are a simpler version of the original. It’s a stick-to-your-ribs kind of dinner with flaky puff pastry filled with creamy ground beef and topped with a simple homemade gravy! IMPRESSIVE (BUT NOT DIFFICULT) DINNER RECIPE This Ground Beef Wellington was inspired by a traditional Beef Wellington. But, since I am not a huge fan of almost rare beef that’s traditionally used in a true Beef Wellington, I went with ground beef that I knew would be cooked through more and would appeal to the more average, everyday cook like myself. Plus, there is no guessing game if the beef is done since we’re cooking it before adding it to the puff pastry. A hearty dinner that’s easy to make for a weeknight meal. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:  Do I have to use ground beef? I have a Chicken Wellington recipe if you’d like to try this with chicken instead. You can use ground pork or even ground sausage if you prefer. Is it hard to make a Wellington? Maybe with a traditional beef Wellington but not with this ground beef version. The folding does take some effort, but it is much easier to do than you might think at first. It does not have to be perfect at all. This is a very forgiving recipe. I tried to make sure the photos below showed this process step by step to make it easy to follow. What else can I add to these? You can add some sauteed mushrooms, frozen peas, or other veggies to the filling to bulk it up. If you do this, you can probably get 7-8 pouches rather than 6 since you are making the filling thicker. Help! My Wellingtons are leaking, what do I do next time to prevent this? Don’t stress. If you didn’t seal them great, they will leak a little but it is just fine. Just when you go to serve them, scoop up any filling that leaked out and pour it on top of the pouch. Try to make sure before cooking that you seal it really well at the top, even if it means it doesn’t look so pretty. As it bakes, it will end up being just fine! What’s the best way to store these Ground Beef Wellingtons? I suggest storing the wellingtons and gravy separately so they don’t end up getting soggy while being stored. Leftovers can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days, or keep them longer in the freezer for up to 3 months. How should I reheat leftovers? Reheat these in the oven or air fryer. Heating them back up in microwave will make the pastry soggy (unless you like it softer). To reheat the gravy, you will probably have to add a splash of beef stock or water to loosen it up. The gravy can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) ground beef – you could also use venison for this. I do suggest using lean ground beef if possible. medium sweet onion– small diced and divided garlic cloves – my preference is always fresh garlic. I think it just gives more of a garlic punch but you could use the jarred stuff if that is all you have on hand. condensed cream of mushroom soup– you can use low or no sodium versions if you’re sensitive to salt. You can also make your own Homemade Cream of Mushroom soup. Worcestershire sauce – this adds a really good depth of flavor to the meat mixture. However, if this isn’t something you normally keep stocked in your refrigerator, don’t go out and buy it just for this recipe. Just skip it. It will still turn out yummy. puff pastry – if you’ve never purchased puff pastry before, you will find it in the freezer section in a box of two – usually near the desserts. It needs to be thawed in the refrigerator before using. Or just follow the directions on the box for thawing. egg unsalted butter – I suggest unsalted butter because there is plenty of salt in the beef stock. all-purpose flour beef stock– you can use low or no sodium versions if needed if you’re sensitive to salt in recipes or need to cut back. HOW TO MAKE GROUND BEEF WELLINGTONS Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a large baking with parchment paper and set aside. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with half of the onion, breaking it up into crumbles until there is no pink left, 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Take off the heat and stir in the cream of mushroom soup and Worcestershire sauce, set aside. Working with one of the 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed at a time, roll it out on a lightly floured work surface into a 12×12-inch square. Cut into 4 sections. Add a heaping ¼ cup of the filling per section. Lightly dampen the outside edge of the pastry with water. Fold up the sides around the filling and pinch the seams so they form a little package. Repeat with all of the filling and half of the remaining puff pastry. Place the pouches on the parchment-lined baking sheets. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and a splash of water until well combined. Brush the pouches with the egg wash. Bake for 30-32 minutes until golden brown. While the Wellingtons are baking, make the gravy. Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Add the remaining half onion and cook until the onion softens and starts to brown slightly, 10-15 minutes. Add the garlic and stir it in until just fragrant, 30 seconds. Whisk in the flour and cook for an additional 1 minute. Slowly stream in the beef stock while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Stir in the pepper. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and add salt if necessary. Keep warm until ready to serve with the wellingtons. Serve and enjoy your Ground Beef Wellingtons. CRAVING MORE RECIPES?  Chicken Wellingtons Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls Puff Pastry Chicken Pot Pie Print Ground Beef Wellington Puff pastry filled with a creamy ground beef filling all topped with a simple homemade gravy. Course Dinner, Main CourseCuisine American Prep Time 30 minutes minutesCook Time 42 minutes minutesTotal Time 1 hour hour 12 minutes minutes Servings 6 Calories 705kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook IngredientsFor the filling:1 pound ground beef (if possible, use a leaner ground beef)1 medium sweet onion, finely diced (divided use)2 cloves garlic, minced10.5 ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup (can use low or no sodium)1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceFor assembly:2 sheets puff pastry, thawed1 large eggsplash of waterFor the gravy:4 Tablespoons unsalted butter2 cloves garlic, minced5 Tablespoons all-purpose flour2 cups beef stock (can use low or no sodium)½ teaspoon black peppersalt, to taste InstructionsPreheat the oven to 350° F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with half of the onion, breaking it up into crumbles until there is no pink left, 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds.Take off the heat and stir in the cream of mushroom soup and Worcestershire sauce, set aside. Working with one of the 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed at a time, roll it out on a lightly floured work surface into a 12×12-inch square. Cut into 4 sections. Add a heaping ¼ cup of the filling per section. Lightly dampen the outside edge of the pastry with water. Fold up the sides around the filling and pinch the seams so they form a little package. Repeat with all of the filling and half of the remaining puff pastry (you will have some puff pastry leftover.) Place the pouches on the parchment-lined baking sheets. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and a splash of water until well combined. Brush the pouches with the egg wash. Bake for 30-32 minutes until golden brown. While the Wellingtons are baking, make the gravy. Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Add the remaining half onion and cook until the onion softens and starts to brown slightly, 10-15 minutes. Add the garlic and stir it in until just fragrant, 30 seconds. Whisk in the flour and cook for an additional 1 minute. Slowly stream in the beef stock while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Stir in the pepper. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and add salt if necessary. Keep warm until ready to serve with the wellingtons. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. NutritionCalories: 705kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 45g | Sodium: 776mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g

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The estate of Whitney Houston confirmed the death of Whitney Houston’s mother, Cissy Houston, via a statement to The Times. The two-time Grammy winner died in hospice care at her New Jersey home after battling Alzheimer’s disease for years. Like her late daughter Whitney, Cissy was known for her impactful gospel music and memorable collaborations with Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin. In addition to Aretha, who was her godmother, Cissy was one of Whitney’s biggest inspirations.  Tributes to Cissy Houston Cissy Houston /Everett Cissy’s daughter-in-law, Pat Houston, is married to her ex-NBA player son, Gary Houston. She is called the late matriarch, a woman of deep faith and conviction, commending her music career of over 80 years. Despite fame, Cissy was a dedicated mother and was present in her community, especially at the church. Fans also took to social media to pay their tribute as soon as media outlets broke the news. “Now Cissy can be with Whitney and Bobby Christina in heaven. May they all rest and find peace,” someone wrote, remembering Cissy’s late granddaughter. “Gone, but never forgotten. Always the best, the immortal Cissy Houston,” another added. Cissy and Whitney Houston / Everett Cissy Houston’s life and career Cissy’s career began in 1938 with her siblings Anne, Larry, and Nicky, who formed the Drinkard Four. Dionne Warwick’s mother would later join the group, often performing together at their church and later Carnegie Hall and the Newport Jazz Festival. Cissy also got her first TV appearance as a part of the band and eventually nurtured her solo career after a successful run with the group. Cissy Houston / Everett Away from music, Cissy was married twice, first to Freddie Garland and then to John Russell— with whom she had Whitney and her older brother Michael. She also authored a book in tribute to Whitney, Remembering Whitney: My Story of Love, Loss, and the Night the Music Stopped, where she described her battle with her daughter’s addiction and eventual death in 2012. Next up: Leonardo DiCaprio Lookalike Sent To Fight In War After Gaining Too Much Weight To Be Star’s Double The post Whitney Houston’s Mother, Cissy Houston, Dies At 91 appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

Former President Jimmy Carter’s youngest son, Jeff Carter, has been living with Parkinson’s disease, unknown to the public for a while. His son Josh recently told PEOPLE about how Jeff lives with the illness, especially after his wife, Annette Davis Carter, died in 2021. Jeff’s diagnosis became known during a panel discussion at the United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons event on Monday. Josh revealed that his dad has been supportive of Grandad Carter through hospice; however, his presence has been limited due to his own health struggles. Why was Jeff Carter secretive about his Parkinson’s battle? Jimmy Carter with his wife and children / Everett Josh noted that his father preferred to keep his illness away from the news to avoid unnecessary public attention. So far, Jeff has been doing fine living alone in his home, which he built years ago, with wheelchair accessibility for potential issues in old age. He praised his 72-year-old dad for his foresight into his later years, which is a result of his caregiving prowess. Jeff joined the family to care for his mother-in-law Dorothy Davis during her battle with stroke and supported Josh when his youngest son was diagnosed with a chronic intestinal disorder. The Carter family also took turns visiting ex-US president Jimmy and his late wife Rosalynn in hospice. Jimmy Carter and family/ Instagram Jeff Carter is doing fine on his own Jeff uses deep brain stimulation therapy for his activities, which involves two remote-controlled electrodes in the areas of his brain that manage movement. With these, he can manage his symptoms and control his brain from his smartphone. Jimmy Carter with his youngest son and family/ Everett With this technology, Jeff can turn his sensors on and off at will to move around, eat, drink, communicate, and even play. Without his device, he is limited and cannot function without help. Despite his illness, Jeff makes time out for his grandchildren and family thanks to his simulation therapy. Next up: Whitney Houston’s Mother, Cissy Houston, Dies At 91 The post Jimmy Carter’s Youngest Son Is Reportedly Quietly Battling Parkinson’s Disease appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

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