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Cookies

Cranberry Orange Pecan Snickerdoodles

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Cranberry Orange Pecan Snickerdoodles

Cranberry Orange Pecan Snickerdoodles are a festive twist on a classic cookie.If you love a classic snickerdoodle, you are going to love this festive twist. These Cranberry Orange Pecan Snickerdoodles have everything I love about a traditional snickerdoodle—soft centers, lightly crisp edges and that familiar cinnamon-sugar coating—with the addition of tart fresh cranberries, bright orange zest and crunchy pecans.

After baking, the bottoms of the cookies are dipped in melted white chocolate, adding just the right amount of sweetness and making these cookies especially pretty on a holiday cookie tray.

The combination of cranberry, orange, pecan and cinnamon makes these cookies perfect for fall and holiday baking. They are just as delicious alongside a cup of coffee or tea as they are packed into a Christmas cookie tin for sharing. Continue reading Cranberry Orange Pecan Snickerdoodles →

Breakfast/Brunch

HOMEMADE EGGNOG FRENCH TOAST

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HOMEMADE EGGNOG FRENCH TOAST                    

Homemade Eggnog French Toast, thick slices of  brioche bread, soaked in a custard made of eggs, heavy cream, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and salt, then fried in butter.  It is delicious served warm, with butter, syrup, confectioner sugar, and fresh fruit.Homemade Eggnog French Toast is one of our family’s favorite breakfast dishes.  It is so simple to make during the holidays, when eggnog is available, but I have created a recipe that will allow you to make it  any time of the year.

Thick slices of  brioche bread, soaked in a custard made of eggs, eggnog, heavy cream, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and salt, then fried in butter.  It is delicious served warm, with butter, syrup, confectioner sugar, and fresh fruit. Continue reading HOMEMADE EGGNOG FRENCH TOAST →

Appetizers, Main Course

TURKEY CRANBERRY FONTINA CROSTATA

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I am sharing a recipe for this savory TURKEY CRANBERRY FONTINA CROSTATA that I created for the Cape Cod Select Holiday Blogger Recipe Challenge several years ago. It was the perfect time to use some leftover Thanksgiving turkey and  the beautiful cranberries.

Turkey Cranberry Fontina Crostata, a great way to use leftover holiday turkey and frozen cranberries.

 

 

A crostata is baked on a baking sheet with the edges of the dough folded up over the filling.

I used a refrigerated pie crust that made it so easy. A filling made with butter, leftover turkey, frozen cranberries, apples, onion, fontina cheese, and some warm spices was perfect. Continue reading TURKEY CRANBERRY FONTINA CROSTATA →

Side Dishes

OLD FASHIONED SCALLOPED POTATOES

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An Old Fashioned Scalloped Potato recipe packed with a rich creamy, cheesy sauce

OLD FASHIONED SCALLOPED POTATOES

Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes is a rich, creamy side dish that has been a family favorite for generations. Made from scratch with simple ingredients and plenty of cheese, this comforting recipe is perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or any special gathering.

I have been making this recipe for over 50 years, just the way my mother made it—with creamy cheese sauce and plenty of flavor. While it’s not a low-calorie dish, it’s one that everyone looks forward to on special occasions.

It’s also very versatile. You can easily add ingredients like ham, bacon, or garlic to change it up, and it’s perfect for feeding a crowd or taking to a covered dish dinner. Continue reading OLD FASHIONED SCALLOPED POTATOES →

Side Dishes

BAKED SWEET POTATOES IN BROWN SUGAR SYRUP

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Baked Sweet Potatoes in Brown Sugar Syrup is a traditional holiday side dish.

 

Baked Sweet Potatoes in Brown Sugar Syrup is a classic holiday side dish made with tender sweet potatoes coated in a rich, buttery brown sugar and cinnamon syrup. It’s simple, sweet, and always a favorite at the table.

This is one of those recipes my mother made every holiday when I was growing up. While we enjoy sweet potatoes year-round with just a little butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar, this version is reserved for special occasions.

The first time my son-in-law tried this dish at Christmas, he realized he actually did like sweet potatoes—and now it’s one he looks forward to every year. Continue reading BAKED SWEET POTATOES IN BROWN SUGAR SYRUP →

Side Dishes

GREENBRIER GARLIC POTATOES

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Greenbrier Garlic Potatoes 

Greenbrier Garlic Potatoes are thinly sliced potatoes simmered in heavy cream, with fresh garlic, seasonings, eggs, and fresh parmesan cheese. They are then baked in this creamy sauce.

Greenbrier Garlic Potatoes are a rich and creamy side dish made with thinly sliced potatoes simmered in heavy cream, fresh garlic, and simple seasonings. Eggs and Parmesan cheese are added before baking, creating a silky, custard-like texture that sets this dish apart from traditional scalloped potatoes.

I’ve always made scalloped potatoes for our holiday meals, but after trying these Greenbrier Garlic Potatoes, my family quickly fell in love. They’re just a little more elegant, yet still simple and comforting. Continue reading GREENBRIER GARLIC POTATOES →

Main Dishes, Side Dishes

HOME-STYLE CHICKEN and NOODLES

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 Home-Style Chicken and Noodles are an old-fashioned comfort food that you must add to your recipe collection. This dish brings back memories of cozy family dinners.  Made with frozen noodles, rotisserie chicken and a rich broth, this recipe taste like it was made from scratch.

Homestyle Chicken and Noodles, old fashioned flavor with updated easy recipe.

Continue reading HOME-STYLE CHICKEN and NOODLES →