Up till my teen years, the only way I would eat carrots and some other vegetables was to mash them in with my potatoes. Let’s just say, I took an extra heaping spoonful of potatoes! If you plan on making carrots and potatoes, why not save yourself a pan and dish and make them together. This might help you with … Read More ...
8 Traditional Holiday Sides Made Vegan
I’m pretty sure we are all on the same page of making sure your guests are able to eat what you serve. It can be tricky around the holidays, because sometime you have guests you’ve never met before. As much as you try to make sure you find out if someone has allergies, dietary restrictions, or they are vegan/vegetarian, someone … Read More ...
Cajun Cornbread Stuffing
If you would like to add a little spice to your holidays, try some Cajun cornbread stuffing as one of your side dish. Andrea from Tabler Party of Two created this recipe and she tells us how it can be prepped ahead of time to ease the stress of holiday dinner. That is one thing we can all be thankful … Read More ...
Maple Pecan Bars
Pecan Pie meet your replacement maple pecan bar. I’m sorry! Allison at Celebrating Sweets has created this pecan bar on shortbread. This would make a great dessert for the pecan lovers and easier to cut into small pieces for those that just want a taste. I’m thinking crumbled over some ice cream would be yummy too.
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Coconut Key Lime No Bake Cheesecake Jars
Is it too late for key lime? Since it is cheesecake, it’s never too late! Plus, this is no bake and how cute do they look in jars. The holidays don’t always mean pumpkin, gingerbread, and peppermints. Plus, after so many snow days, we tend to tropical dream! An easy dessert to whip up for unexpected guests or something different … Read More ...
7 Layer Fruit Dip Party Food
Holiday parties will begin soon! Do you need something to bring that is quick and easy? This 7 layer dip by Ashley Phipps will be a hit. It’s perfect when you don’t have room for those baked goods, but need a little sweetness after the meal. Great potluck item, afternoon snack, or snack to enjoy during game and movie night.… Read More ...
Gingerbread Chess Pie
What would you like to see for the holidays? Do you need new flavors, more sides, easy, or make ahead items? Let me know!
It seems the sweet tooth has taken over, because all the sweet ideas look really good to me. You may want to make space for this pie, or maybe just replace a pie with this one … Read More ...
Spicy Shrimp Guacamole Bites
As you prepare for the holidays, here is a new appetizer to add to your menu. A much healthier alternative to the bacon wrapped appetizers. I’ll still eat those, but it is nice to have some other options. Why not make them for football Sunday? If you are already making guacamole for the party, this will just kick it up … Read More ...
Easy Cinnamon Roll Knots
Another easy cinnamon roll recipe! Yay! Plus, another use for the pizza dough. Two Peas and Their Pod show you how easy it is to make these yummy knots using pizza dough. I don’t usually make breakfast on the holidays, but between this recipe and smoothies, we might have a new tradition.
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Pumpkin Pie Pudding
If you pumpkin pie lovers haven’t had enough ideas, how about pumpkin pie pudding? This recipe is gluten free, vegan, and soy free. Spoon it out of the container or fancy it up by serving in wine glasses like Win-Win Food. Great dessert for all of your holiday parties. Plus, a healthy snack for your afternoon break.
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Vegetarian Black Bean Chilaquiles Casserole
I don’t know about you, but I always have a few leftover taco shells or a bag of leftover corn chips from a party that I need to use up. I can now use them for a quick meatless dinner during the busy weeknight. You could add chicken if you wanted. We aren’t vegetarians, but I like at least one … Read More ...
How to Make Turkey Gravy Without Gravy Drippings
I love this idea for extra gravy, because our family loves extra gravy on everything! I always like extra for dipping sauce for my turkey sandwiches the next day. If you smoke, fry, or buy a precooked turkey this will be helpful. Looks like I need to add some turkey legs to my shopping list.
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Healthy Crustless Pumpkin Pie
For me the pie crust has always been my favorite. Sometimes I will eat all the filling first and then eat the pie crust. My favorite part of making pies is the leftover pie crust with butter, cinnamon, and sugar baked into pie crust cinnamon rolls. Heaven! For those watching their calories or aren’t pie crust fans, this is the … Read More ...
Slow Cooker Hot Buttered Rum
There is a non-alcoholic version of this recipe, but I say give the kids the hot cocoa and let the adults have their drink to enjoy. It is okay as long as you drink responsibly and mark all alcoholic drinks for adults only with kids around. What a great way to warm up after being out in the fall or … Read More ...
Lemongrass and Wasabi Asian Style Chicken Nuggets
These chicken nuggets are the kind I can sink my teeth into! An upscale nugget that could be served as an appetizer for your holiday party, or just a small get together. Homemade chicken nuggets are so much better than the frozen kind. Pick up an extra package of chicken when it’s on sale and make some of these to … Read More ...