About now I start thinking about ways to cut corners and maximize all I can in the kitchen in order to pull off smooth going holidays.
I don’t know one person who doesn’t love caramels. They time a bit of time to make, but make great holiday gifts. You will definitely need a candy thermometer for this recipe
These cookies are cute, delicious, and fun to make either by yourself or with the kids. No Christmas season is complete with old-fashioned frosted cut-out cookies.
I can’t stand that whipped topping stuff you find in the freezer section of the grocery store or that stuff that comes from a spray can. It’s so much better to make the real thing to top your awesome holiday desserts.
The holidays are for baking. Here are my Baking Essentials that will ensure that your holiday baking goes smoothly.
You can make this as jam to spread on toast or you can pour over a plain cheesecake. Cranberry Jam says Christmas!
I’m believe in planning ahead. Heck, I start my Christmas shopping in July for goodness sake! Most of us focus on Christmas dinner, but what about breakfast?
My great grandmother used to make these cookies for the holidays. One year I asked her for the recipe, which I am delighted to share with you. They are easy to make. You can add raisins or leave them out.
I’m amazed at how simple these chocolate nut clusters are to make. They are great to give as gifts or to bring out after holiday meals. If you don’t have a double boiler then use a metal bowl over hot water.
I confess that I have eaten way too much last week so it’s time for me to lighten up a bit. I like to use a mild and sweet soybean paste, but any white miso will work just fine.
This pumpkin cherry bread is perfect to give away as gifts or to have around for quick breakfasts. Make several loaves and store one in the freezer for those out-of-town guests who are coming for the holidays.
Here is a good way to use up leftover turkey and also feel like you’re having a completely different meal.
...and the third year since ye Pilgrims landed on ye Pilgrim Rock, there to listen to ye pastor, and render thanksgiving to ye Almighty God for all His blessings.
I know that my Thanksgiving plate is not complete without a generous helping of rich turkey gravy. Here is an easy, but delicious gravy. A gravy separator does make fast work of separating the turkey juices from the fat.
I have to admit that I’ve never really been a big fan of the traditional Candied Yam dish, but I know that a lot of Thanksgivings just aren’t complete without out it.
Chanukah, celebrating the rededication of the Temple after the Maccabees defeated Antiochus and the Syrian army in 165 B.C.E., is a joyous occasion, a time for parties AND for latkes.
Every year I tell everyone not to overcook his or her turkey and to purchase a meat thermometer AND USE IT! The objective, of course, is to have moist and juicy breast meat with succulent thighs!
If you’re looking for more Thanksgiving side dishes to make here is a good one. Forget that mushroom soup green bean casserole thing.
Help, help, I have extra guests coming! My gravy doesn’t look right! What to do? These are some holiday entertaining questions that I have been asked over the years.
Pie Crust, Pie Crust, Pie Crust!!! Even the most experienced chefs can be intimidated by making pie crust. Here is a good basic single pie crust recipe along good tips to help with pie crust problems
Who doesn’t love Thanksgiving Traditions? I swear my husband lives for Thanksgiving! Here is a delicious Thanksgiving turkey recipe that I’m sure that you will love.
In the spirit of getting organized here is a Thanksgiving Menu guide that can help you plan according. Print this list out and add your own notes. Remember that the key to a successful Thanksgiving dinner is organization.
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While Pecan Pie is not my favorite I certainly appreciate a good one. I added dark rum, which I believe, improves the basic traditional Pecan Pie.
Holidays are supposed to be about family and friends; love and being grateful; welcoming and peaceful. Often times we miss the mark because we are totally overwhelmed with putting on the perfect Thanksgiving dinner.
Thanksgiving is almost here which marks the beginning of the holiday season. With so many holiday pressures often times we forget what truly is important.