Category: Winter/Christmas
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Pumpkin-Cranberry Muffins
Pumpkin and cranberry are two great flavors to enjoy for the holidays! I really like these Pumpkin-Cranberry Muffins because they have dried cranberries, golden raisins, chopped pecans, and spices mixed in the batter—they just seem perfect for this time of year! You don’t really need a glaze for these, since they’re sweet enough on their…
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Chicken Noodle Casserole
What could be better than a steaming bowl of chicken noodle soup on a chilly day? Well, if you’re a casserole lover, it could be this Chicken Noodle Casserole! It has that delicious chicken noodle soup flavor with some cheese and veggies added in and a yummy cracker crumb topping!
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Pumpkin Spice Cornbread
If you’re a cornbread-lover, take note: this cornbread is flavored with pumpkin puree and slightly sweetened with pure maple syrup—perfect for fall and winter! The pumpkin puree makes this Pumpkin Spice Cornbread nice and moist, and cinnamon and nutmeg add that rich spice flavor we love so much in our autumn and winter baked goods!…
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Homemade Cranberry Sauce
I was never much of a fan of cranberry sauce as a kid, but I like it now, especially if it’s homemade. When I reviewed the book In Winter’s Kitchen by Beth Dooley a few years ago, I found a recipe for cranberry sauce which I decided I had to try, since I’ve never made homemade cranberry sauce.
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Sourdough Sage Dressing
I really like making recipes with fresh sage! I usually grow sage in the summer, along with some other herbs. It gives savory baked goods such a great flavor. Since stuffing and dressing recipes are on everyone’s mind during the Thanksgiving and holiday seasons, and since I’m a big fan of sourdough bread, I thought…
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Turkey Tetrazzini
I think of the cooler weather seasons as comfort food seasons and this Turkey Tetrazzini is definitely comfort food! It’s also a great way to use that leftover turkey from your Thanksgiving meal! This pasta dish has a creamy sauce made of condensed cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, a little butter, and some chicken…
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Pumpkin-Pecan Bread
When the days start getting slightly cooler and a little shorter, you know that pumpkin bread season is here—a much-anticipated time for pumpkin-lovers everywhere! I’ve made this Pumpkin-Pecan Bread for a long time and it’s a simple, delicious recipe you can enjoy throughout the fall and winter seasons. If you prefer not to have pecans…
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Apple, Walnut, and Stilton Cheese Salad
If you’re craving a good salad, this is a great one for fall! The crisp, chopped fresh apples and lightly-toasted chopped walnuts give this Apple, Walnut, and Stilton Cheese Salad a delicious autumn taste. It’s tossed in a dressing of raspberry balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and walnut oil, but if you don’t have those ingredients,…
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Cranberry Sweet Potatoes
If you’re in need of another side dish for your menu, these colorful Cranberry Sweet Potatoes would look great on your holiday table—and they taste great, too! They’re sweetened with a little maple syrup and brown sugar, and have a touch of tartness from the fresh cranberries. It’s a great combination of flavors!
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Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board
I’ve seen so many great charcuterie boards on blogs, websites, and Pinterest, and I was inspired to try one myself! It’s really pretty easy to put one together. I thought it would be fun to do one in the shape of a Christmas tree! You’ll want to decide ahead of time what items you’ll want…
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