winter and christmas

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Eggnog Cut-Out Cookies

Posted by mommyoffour  

Eggnog is a traditional Christmas drink made with eggs, cream and sugar and sometimes flavored with rum,brandy or whiskey. This recipe uses it as a flavor for the cookies and then decorated with a egg yolk "paint". Makes a fun activity... MORE»

Recipe #312344

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Almond Brittle Cookies

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

These take a little bit of work, but they are well worth it. Surpise a far-away friend or family member with this treat, as it travels very well, and is ideal for shipping. Prep times does not include chilling time, which is about 2-1/2 hours. MORE»

Recipe #308486

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Gingerbread Hermits

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

These holiday treats can be enjoyed at home or shipped to a friend. They are not too fragile, so they stand up well to traveling. MORE»

Recipe #308478

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Hazelnut Shortbread

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

From "Cookies That Don't Crumble", Good Food Magazine, November 1986. MORE»

Recipe #308476

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Date Chewies

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

Here is another cookie that travels well, making it ideal for shipping as a gift during the holidays. MORE»

Recipe #308430

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Gram’s Secret 24 Hour Potatoes

Posted by pittgal  

These potatoes are a family staple for the holidays. It is my grandma's secret recipe. Be warned, once your guests try them you will be forced to bring them to every family gathering. These are some delicious potatoes. MORE»

Recipe #306145

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Baked German Gingerbread Apples

Posted by Mom2Rose  

Source: Germanfoods.org MORE»

Recipe #304970

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Cranberry Bliss Bars (Almost Like Starbucks)

Posted by Sue L  

I got a recipe for Cranberry Bliss Bars from someone else a few years ago when I was heavy into low carb and changed it into low carb suitable. These are so GOOD! People not doing low carb loved these as well and wanted the recipe (and they didn't... MORE»

Recipe #303663

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Holiday Sweet Potatoes and Apples

Posted by mliss29  

From Aldi's website. MORE»

Recipe #302192

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Merry Berry Salad

(1 reviews) Posted by Slatts  

I always make this salad for winter holiday gatherings. It comes from "Quick Cooking" magazine. The salad is beautiful and incredibly yummy! There is always way too much dressing so I usually double or triple the salad amount... MORE»

Recipe #302133

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Festive Butter

Posted by English_Rose  

Flecked with red and green, this tasty festive butter adds a colourful note to Christmas dining. Use on steak, chicken, fish or for spreading. MORE»

Recipe #301175

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Peppermint White Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted by mliss29  

I think I came up with these as a result of surfing the web and adding a few ideas together. These are really, really good. Be sure to use the parchment or wax paper or you will have a terrible mess on your hands. (Guess how I know this. ) MORE»

Recipe #297154

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Cranberry Gelatin Salad

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

Holiday Side Dishes From Woman's World Magazine 11/23/04. A delicious twist on cranberry sauce, this festive mold is sweet and tangy. MORE»

Recipe #295746

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The Day After the Feast Before Turkey Soup

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

I had always been a great follower of Craig Claiborne and Pierre Franey of The New York Times, and learned to cook by following their recipes. They printed this recipe in 1987, from which I learned to make a rich, delicious stock and heartwarming... MORE»

Recipe #294487

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Vegan Apple Crisp (No Margarine)

(2 reviews) Posted by White Rose Child  

At Christmas, my mom ALWAYS baked an apple crisp in her deep glass pie dish, and we unashamedly scarfed it down. The apples made it healthy, sure, but what about all the hard fat? When we went vegan and couldn't buy a dairy-free margarine, that... MORE»

Recipe #293922

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Easy Steamy Fruit Pudding

Posted by peachy_pie  

An amazingly healthy and economical pudding. This is a great way to use up stale bread, and what's more, it has NO added fat, eggs or sugar! Cooking time is mostly passive. MORE»

Recipe #293417

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Hot Cranberry Punch

Posted by mommyoffour  

If you like cranberries and cinnamon you will like this recipe. It is warm and soothing on those cold winter nights. This is also great for the holidays. MORE»

Recipe #292161

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Egg Nog

Posted by mommyoffour  

I love the holidays and this is one big reason for that. I would make this more often but this is so rich that its usually kept for that one special time of year. This makes a big batch and is very potent, but soooo good. Make sure you use a... MORE»

Recipe #290682

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Mexican Hot Chocolate

Posted by JackieOhNo!  

One year, I hosted a Mexican-themed Christmas Eve. I covered the table with a festive serape, lit the luminarios, hung the pinatas, and ended with this lovely hot drink. Feliz Navidad!! MORE»

Recipe #290502

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Aunt Marianne's Pecan Butter Tarts

Posted by Chef #776905  

I actually don't know the origin of these. Maybe they came from my grandmother. So yummy You need prepared and baked tart shells beforehand for this. MORE»

Recipe #289625

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