While y’all were enjoying your pumpkin spice, I had to wait another month for eggnog to come out. We get ours from a local dairy farm and it is so yummy. It is one of those taste kind of drink. Either you like it or you don’t. Kari from Cooking Up Clean has a dairy-free version, if you’ve always wanted … Read More ...
Easy Cranberry Daiquiris
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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Oreo Brownie Chocolate Trifle
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 ...
Philly Cheese Steak Soup
When the cold weather hits, I get into the comfort food zone. As much as I love warm hearty sandwiches, such as a cheese steak or meatball sub, sometimes I just want the filling and not the bread. Ruth from Viva Veltoro has answered my needs. Philly Cheese Steak in soup form. Yes, please! Ruth also teaches you how to … Read More ...
Roasted Turkey Thigh Stuffed with Dried Cranberries, Mushrooms and Sausage
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 ...
Thanksgiving Wreath Braided Bread Centerpiece
If you are feeling creative this Thanksgiving, you could make this Thanksgiving wreath centerpiece for your table. Jennifer Field from Pastry Chef Online will help you make this beautiful wreath for Thanksgiving. She also lets you know what to do if you just want to use the bread recipe and make bread or rolls.
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Cranberry Orange Baked Brie Dip
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 ...
Sausage and Stuffing Balls with Cranberry Dipping Sauce
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 ...
Chocolate Turkey Cupcakes
Gobble, Gobble! How cute are these turkey cupcakes?! The kids will have fun helping you decorate the cupcakes. You can use your favorite cupcake recipe or hit the bakery and buy some cupcakes to decorate. Whatever works for you. You can also use a different cookie for the base of the turkey. Hope you saved those candy corns!
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Herbed Thyme and Lemon Biscuits
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 ...
Classic Traditional Thanksgiving Stuffing
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 ...
Cheesy Pasta with Bacon and Kale
I don’t like to do a lot of cooking before Thanksgiving and it’s just hectic during the holidays and everyday schedules. Time isn’t always on your side. Nicky from Nicky’s Kitchen Sanctuary has a meal that will be ready in 15 minutes. If you are stuck in traffic and your kids know how to make pasta, they can get it … Read More ...
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
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 ...
Butterbeer and Pumpkin Cupcakes
Is it me, or is Harry Potter on 24/7 during the holidays? As a Harry Potter fan, you don’t mind and of course you need some treats to enjoy during the Potter marathon. Although Flick from They Called it the Diamond Blog created this and other goodies for Halloween, I think you can have them anytime you are enjoying Harry … Read More ...
Chocolate Pretzel Scarecrow Treats
Beth at Hungry Happenings has the cutest treats for your holiday and non holiday needs. These cute scarecrows will make everyone smile and what a great treat to make with the kids. If you like these, there will be a turkey version coming soon. She also has a snowman version for the winter months.
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