Creative food craft ideas
Still looking for a side dish? Since I’m the only one that likes sweet potatoes, this is one that I’m trying this year. This recipe is great, because you can bake the potatoes ahead of time and then bake them again in the oven with toppings for the holiday feast. A sweet potato casserole for one, love it!
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The holiday is a time of celebration and get togethers with family and friends near and from afar. Sometimes we like to celebrate with a drink. This drink is perfect for the holidays. As always, remember to drink responsibly and have a designated driver. We want everyone to have a safe and happy holiday!
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If you are looking for an easy holiday dessert to please everyone, here it is! Who doesn’t like chocolate, especially during the holidays. You could make this in individual bowls, so no one has to share or let the battle begin over a big trifle bowl. This can be made a head of time, so there is less stress. Even … Read More ...
With just the three of us, we now just do a turkey breast. I don’t get as much leftover to freeze for later, but we can get a couple of sandwiches and a soup out of it. If you have a very small gathering for Thanksgiving or maybe you don’t want the turkey to be center stage, this recipe will … Read More ...
I could probably eat this for lunch, but this would be a nice appetizer for your holiday get together. This would be good for a small gathering of friends or to bring to a potluck to share. You could also make this for your family and friends for Thanksgiving and Christmas. A little something to snack on before dinner or … Read More ...
What a great way to start the festivities with this DIY cranberry sauce! This appetizer is perfect for the holidays. You can make it for holiday Christmas parties, Thanksgiving or Christmas, or just as a cranberry snack for the holiday movies. This can be made with leftovers and you could switch out the sausage with vegetables to make it vegetarian.… Read More ...
Since you already have the ingredients on hand for Thanksgiving dinner, why not jazz up your biscuits too. Kita from Pass the Sushi shows you how to add some extra flavoring to your biscuits. You might want to make some extras to have mini turkey sandwiches on the day after Thanksgiving. These would be great for any meal or just … Read More ...
This recipe from Averie at Averie Cooks is very similar to the recipe I use. It is really easy to make and I think much better than the boxed or bag brand. To save time I usually mix the butter, herbs, onion and celery the night before and reheat the next day when preparing the stuffing. You could dry out … Read More ...
I can never seem to time the potatoes right for Thanksgiving. I was happy to see the idea of keeping the potatoes warm in a crock pot and this recipe for actually making the potatoes in the crock pot. Warm potatoes and a free spot on the stove is a win, win for me. This would be great for a … Read More ...
If you need an appetizer for the holidays or something different for football Sunday, give these cilantro garlic ranch fried pickles a try. I’m not a big ranch dressing fan, but I think homemade version, might make me a convert. The pickles are actually broiled in the oven, so it is a little healthier version.
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A great dessert, breakfast, or snack during the holidays. You can make them ahead of time and reheat them before serving. Jillian from Food, Folks, and Fun recommends that you serve these warm. This recipe is easy for the older kids to help make for breakfast Thanksgiving morning, while you start making the turkey feast.
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Have you been good all year eating healthy and exercising, but now dreading the holidays? Have no fear, here are 7 recipes to help you stay strong. Danielle from Delightful Mom Food has quick and healthy dishes for your holiday table. I usually lose the battle of healthy around the holidays, but maybe these recipes will keep me on track.… Read More ...
The best thing about mini items is everyone gets their own individual dessert and no one will complain about getting a smaller piece than someone else. Let Mary from Home is Where the Boat Is show you how to create these cute pies and check out the wonderful pictures on her site. The pies would be cute as place cards … Read More ...
Treat your guests to this cinnamon pumpkin honey butter instead of the boring plain butter. Don’t put too much out, you’ll want to make sure they still have room for the meal. Kayley from the Kitchen McCabe will show you how to create this yumminess. She also has a great idea of giving this as a gift. What a treat … Read More ...
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 ...