Recipezaar: Non-Religious Holiday,For Large Groups recipes

Evil Mint Brownies

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:30:18 -0400

Minty brownies with delicious frosting. My mom and I make these for Christmas EVERY year (upon my request) for Christmas family get-togethers. They're the one thing that'll break my healthy eating streak for sure! -- posted by Chef #1345159

Smoky Strip Steaks With Chimichurri Sauce

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:07:52 -0400

From: July Fourth, Published July 2007, on the Grill & Pairing of the Day: Big, Balanced Red Wines, July 2008, Food & Wine Magazine, Recipe by Laurent Tourondel. The chimichurri sauce made with parsley, garlic & olive oil is the ubiquitous accompaniement to grilled meats in Argentina; when serving steak, Chef Turondel often prefers its clean, sharp flavors to richer French sauces like bernaise or red wine sauce. The tang of chimichurri is especially delicious with his smokey steaks, seasoned with both smoked sea salt and smoked pepper. Make the sauce a day ahead - it will keep very well. :) -- posted by Manami

Happy Hour Punch

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:54:47 -0400

Always looking for a new punch to make for a party, I ran across this recipe tucked away in Mom's old recipe box. It's great for most occasions. -- posted by Chef Lanfear

7 Layer Taco Dip

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:52:57 -0400

This is a classic for Parties -- posted by GingerlyJ

All Grown-Up S'mores

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:29:57 -0400

Sticky, Chewy, Messy, Gooey by Jill O'Connor is a wonderful book with some of the most delicious-looking desserts!. Found this one there too, the desserts are to die for! A sweet, crumbly graham cracker crust is topped with a dense, very adult, very rich, and very boozy chocolate cream ;).The combination of liquers here is by no means written in stone: dark rum, Grand Marnier, bourbon -- just pick two or three complimentary flavors. BTW - my friend Judy has added this as one of the desserts for her summer blow-out. :) -- posted by Manami

Tangerine & Chili Chicken Wing Sauce

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:55:24 -0400

I really love the combination of sweet and spicy flavors on food...especially fried food! Last year, I did a lot of innovative testing of wing sauces during football season...it was my way of cheating on my Weight Watchers diet. This recipe is one of my favorites. -- posted by Melanie B.

Witch's Hairy Finger Breadsticks

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:20:36 -0400

Green Halloween breadsticks from TOH-has a creepy picture! They're best when served right out of the oven because the cheese is still warm and soft. Serve with marinara dipping sauce. -- posted by WiGal

Melanie's Chicken Chili

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:52:11 -0400

Years ago, I started experimenting with a Chicken variety of my mom's old basic chili recipe. I think I've made this Chicken Chili at least 100 times. Every time, I guarantee it is slightly different. The only time I ever wrote down the recipe (of how I made it that day) was for my mother-in-law who won a Chili Cook off with it. So here goes - I'm attempting to officially put it on paper. Some measurements may be slightly off (especially the spices) but the overall target flavor is the same. -- posted by Melanie B.

Pumpkin Fluff Dip

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:15:34 -0400

This is a Midwestern classic apparently-- a school chum from Iowa told me about this recipe that's popular around fall and early winter, from having leftover cans of pumpkin from stocking up on sale but not wanting to make any more pumpkin pies-- they're popular for high teas, luncheon spreads, Superbowl parties, Thanksgiving and Christmas, or sitting on your can watching The Golden Girls. :D Since I didn't want to use actual marshmallow Fluff...this is my fluffy adaptation of this recipe that came out HEAVENLY. I could eat a drum of this stuff and not get bored of it! One 15 or 16 oz can of pumpkin works, or you can measure out 2 cups from a 28-oz can. You can also use 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice for the spicing but it tends to be overpowering, the subtler cinnamon and nutmeg is better. -- posted by the80srule

Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:16:07 -0400

Loyaers of spicy gingerbread, pumpkin filling, and fluffy whipped topping make this decadent desert a feast for your eyes and taste buds. From Taste of Home August/Sept 2008. Posted for safekeeping. -- posted by Chef Skie

Pumpkin Nuggets With Vanilla Sauce

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:17:45 -0400

I think few adore sugar and pumpkin as much as I do. :D I guess you could say this is something of a copycat recipe-- I went to this Japanese "snack cafe" several years ago and had these delicious pumpkin nuggets that came with chocolate and vanilla dipping sauces. Mine came out much thicker than I remember those ones, (and I haven't quite mastered that Japanese confectionery technique for a soft outside and creamy inside) but they're still really good. The chocolate sauce seemed like a thick chocolate syrup like U-Bet, but I think my vanilla sauce is even better (and will probably post as a separate recipe) You can use all-purpose flour for the nugget mixture, but I find that the rice flour is really the best or a mix of the two works too. -- posted by the80srule

Pumpkin Bread Pudding With Vanilla Butter Sauce

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 10:51:23 -0400

This recipe comes from www.McCormick.com Make as directed or pour into ramekins for individual servings. Pumkin lovers, this is 5-star all the way! If you like this one from McCormick, you'll enjoy Recipe #392276 also. :) -- posted by 2Bleu

Apple Spice Crumb Cake

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:12:41 -0400

This recipe is from the "best foods" website. Looks amazing and just in time for Thanksgiving! It had good reviews so I will try this tonight! -- posted by Dizalexa

Cake Truffles

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:47:04 -0400

This recipe is from Bakerella, is super popular, and is very good. They are time consuming, especially if you make them for the first time, so plan for a couple days. This is a unique treat to give as a gift or to serve at a bridal shower, a holiday party, or any get together. Enjoy! Prep time does not include chilling time. -- posted by Greeny4444

Crab Salad Stuffed Shells

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:32:20 -0400

These always go over well at my summer barbecues and Picnics. It's not the Normal presentation for crab salad but that's what people love about it -- posted by GingerlyJ

Granny's Pumpkin Bars

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:09:51 -0400

My mother-in-law shared this delicious recipe with me. The rolled oats give these pumpkin bars a wonderfully moist texture. -- posted by buckeye1953

The Only Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe You'll Ever Need

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:13:01 -0400

It has taken several years and taking bits of pieces from here and there for me to make the perfect turkey, but It is so moist and has a wonderful flavor and always gets rave reviews. It's labot intensive but worth the effort in the end -- posted by GingerlyJ

Aunt Edna's Persimmon Pudding

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:17:32 -0400

This recipe comes from my great aunt Edna, which I got from my aunt Shirley. I always remember it from family reunions but only recently discovered how to make it. After making a couple batches and having them come out just as I remember as a kid, I decided I had to share it with the world. -- posted by Chef Curt

Pumpkin Cupcakes Cake

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:50:03 -0400

I needed something cute for our fall festival cakewalk at church this weekend and I found this recipe in the Better Homes and Gardens publication "Halloween tricks & treats". It was really easy; the hardest part was picking the orange and black M&M's out of the M&M's GHOUL'S Milk Chocolate Mix. If you live in a bigger city or can order online, you can probably order just orange and black ones to make this easier yet! -- posted by DeniseBC

Buckeye Balls

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:42:08 -0400

chocolate covered beanut butter ballas. delicious! -- posted by Chef #1403135

Halloween Bats

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:54:22 -0400

It comes from All You and it's a good idea for Halloween.Preparation time includes chilling time. -- posted by littlemafia

Halloween Brew-Ha-Ha Punch

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:58:19 -0400

It's all Southern Living and it't look great with some eyeballs in it! -- posted by littlemafia

Mummy Loaf Filled With Fall Apples

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:55:09 -0400

This is a take off of my Recipe #193353. You can use store bought can or Recipe #259671. If using my recipe you don't need to use anything else but the dough. -- posted by ~Rita~

Flautas De Pollo With Avocado Cream

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 02:31:03 -0400

This is my favorite Mexican dish. I have been searching for a recipe for years but all fell short. Then one Saturday morning i saw this on cooking for real with Sunny Anderson. It's just pure heaven It got it's name because of it's long thin shape. Flauta is Spanish for Flute -- posted by GingerlyJ

Pumpkin Brownies

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:19:45 -0400

The recipe is from Nestle (I'm not taking credit for it) and it was sooo good that I had to post it here for safe-keeping. It originally called for vegetable oil which I subbed with applesauce as I do with all my baked goods to cut calories and I tweaked a few other things. This is perfect to make when you have only a little bit of pumpkin left! A little goes a long way for this recipe. NOTE: I just modified this recipe because I made it again, and used 1 oz Baker's bittersweet choclate instead of cocoa powder. Came out so much better! Sweeter and creamier. I think adding 1 tbsp milk or cream will give it a nice lustre too. -- posted by the80srule

Rachel's Fried Ravioli

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:49:37 -0400

Very yummy and easy fried ravioli. Feel free to use your own homemade ravioli, I had coupons for Buitoni so I got their whole-wheat 4-cheese ravioli, it turned out great. Using this to make fried gnocchi works well too! (I especially love frying up whole wheat pumpkin gnocchi.) Makes an awesome kid pleaser, comfort food, and party favorite. -- posted by the80srule

Firecracker Fudge Cookies

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:36:27 -0400

Another fantastic cookie recipe from Nestle Toll house, Ya gotta love that Chocolate!! -- posted by Chef mariajane

Sweet Milk Dinner Rolls

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:34:28 -0400

I've tried alot of recipes for dinner rolls but I always come back to this one. they are just sweet enough and go great with a bit of honey butter -- posted by GingerlyJ

Versatile Buttercream Frosting

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:39:27 -0400

This is a copycat recipe from another one I saw on here-- but not a duplicate, because this is intended to be made for frosting than for bonbons (though it certainly could be used that way.) By "extract", vanilla extract is the most commonly used one for traditional buttercream flavor. But this is a versatile recipe: you want almond-y buttercream? Use almond extract. Fruity buttercream? Try orange, strawberry, or pineapple extract. Why not chocolate extract or peppermint extract! Chocolate and vanilla extracts together taste great too. Frosts about 20-24 cupcakes or one 8" two-layer cake. -- posted by the80srule

Salami Firecrackers

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 09:36:18 -0400

A spicy salami, horseradish and cream cheese finger food appetizer guaranteed to please fans of these flavors. Easy to make, and a great alternative for those who get tired of chips and salsa or veggies and dip, as long as you're not feeling too health conscious. Stores well in the freezer. Thanks to my friend Candy for this recipe -- I think of her and of her wonderful hostessing skills whenever I make them. -- posted by MarieL

Halloween Strawberries

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:33:42 -0400

Strawberries dressed up for a Halloween party. -- posted by Brittanynm

Sour Cream Cheese Puffs

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:46:58 -0400

Recipe by Annie Darling, Minneapolis MN. Annie says "she makes these pretty little puffs for all occasions - from a football party to a wedding rehearsal dinner." tasteifhome.com//appetizers -- posted by Manami

Pineapple and Cottage Cheese 'salad'

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:02:12 -0400

My absolute favorite at Grandma's, she only made it at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Can be served with a meal or as dessert. -- posted by mulegirl

Halloween Test Tube Shooters

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:39:31 -0400

Youre never too old to celebrate Halloween. These test-tube shooters, which closely resemble a science experiment, may be served at kid and adult Halloween parties. Adults may celebrate by substituting sparkling wine for grape juice. Courtesy of Mealtime.org. -- posted by Chef #1365024

Munch-A-Roaches

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:43:18 -0400

A scarier take on traditional Rice Krispies Treats®, Munch-A-Roaches are perfect for packed Halloween lunches or after-school snacks. Tropical fruit salad and currants boost the nutritional value of this crunchy, fruity treat. Courtesy of Mealtime.org. Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 100; Total fat 1.5g; Saturated fat 2g; Cholesterol 5mg; Sodium 80mg; Carbohydrate 22g; Fiber 0g; Protein 1g; Vitamin A 4%DV*; Vitamin C 20%DV; Calcium 0%DV; Iron 15%DV *Daily Value -- posted by Chef #1365024

Strawberry Ghosts

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:03:10 -0400

Kids will gasp in delight at these adorable ghosts from Nancy Mueller in Bloomington, Minnesota. Juicy strawberries, chocolate and a lick of almond flavor make these little bites a howling success! -- posted by Yesi09

Strawberry Ghosts (Toh)

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:09:46 -0400

A healthy Halloween treat from Taste of Home Healthy. -- posted by seesko

Witch's Finger Cookies

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:02:02 -0400

from Kraft Food and Family 2009. My kids love to make and eat these. These are not a super sweet cookie... more of an almond shortbread. Tasty and creepy! They take about 25 minutes to bake at 325 in my oven. -- posted by HollyGolightly

Croque Monsieur Puffs

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:24:10 -0400

My latest crush is this new incarnation of gourgeres, or cheese puffs. These were inspired by the classic French ham-and-cheese sandwich, Croque Monsieur. If you're serving only one thing with cocktails before dinner, it would have to be these heavenly puffs. They're perfect for "popping" in between sips of a Pear Thyme Fizz or Peach 75. -- posted by College Girl

Rice Krispy Jack O Lantern

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:13:20 -0400

This requires a bundt cake pan. It is fun and easy to make and the end result is so cute. Its great for parties because it uses four batches of the rice krispy treats recipe. Make the face with black colored icing or fondant. Orange , green and black food color will be required, I recommend using the food color paste that is used for cake decorating, buy it at the craft store. -- posted by aimbrulee

Streusel Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:30:27 -0400

This recipe is a twist on pumpkin cheesecake with a yummy cinnamon streusel topping. Go ahead and make two, which will use the whole can of pumpkin pie filling and evaporated milk! -- posted by Chef #1427798

Hot Shrimp Hors D'oeuvres

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:22:59 -0400

Saw this on our local KCTS TV channel and copied it the best I could because they weren't giving out the amounts and one of the ingredients. So I have done my best. Plan to prepare it soon and see what the end result will be. If you beat me please give your suggestion and ideas. Thanks in advance. :) You can replace the shrimp with crab meat. Cooking time does not include the time needed to cook the shrimp. -- posted by TeresaS

Thanksgiving Cranberry Fig Jam

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:37:50 -0400

Aah! The last of the figs from my garden. Thanksgiving is 1 month away so I added cranberries, ginger root, orange, and vanilla. Try it on your turkey or pork roast. Also great on scones or warmed over pancakes making a wonderful holiday breakfast. -- posted by ~Rita~

Granola Bugs

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:11:38 -0400

Spark your kids imaginations with these multi-grained, buggy cookies that are full of fruit, whole grains and flavor. They're no-bake, so prep is a breeze. Even the smallest hands can help. -- posted by Chef #1365024

Spooktacular Halloween Pudding Cups

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:17:46 -0400

Super fun Halloween treats that the kids are sure to enjoy. Easy to make and look great to!! I got the idea off of another website that used chocolate pudding but I thought using vanilla and dying it orange would be really cool since the pudding and oreos together would be traditional Halloween colors. This recipe can be easily divided in half and so on. For the pudding I used the kind that you cook verses the instant. I think the cooked pudding has a much nicer and thicker consistancy. The amount below for the oreos is a guesstimate because it wouldn't let me put down 1 large package of oreos but either way just one regular package of oreos crushed is what you need. Enjoy! -- posted by mamawheezy

Spider Web Brownie

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:42:32 -0500

Using box cake and can filling for ease. -- posted by ~Rita~

Double Chocolate Cake

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:11:39 -0500

Recipe is from Family Circle. -- posted by Lainey6605

After-Thanksgiving Turkey Soup

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:54:38 -0500

Got this from another site; I am not a big turkey eater, but being in Wisconsin, the soups is needed in the cold winter months. Posting for future use. -- posted by AZPARZYCH

Deviled Eyeballs

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:58:43 -0500

Much easier than it looks, a fun twist on deviled eggs for Halloween. Using the long spiral pasta (fusilli col buco) you can rest them on a bed of brains. If you can't find the pasta, other short spiral pasta will do, it is needed to keep the eyeballs from sliding around. -- posted by Chef #609434

Pickle Wrap Dip

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:14:12 -0500

The yummy taste of pickle wraps with only 1/2 the hassle! -- posted by grungezombie

Mimi's Pecan Pies

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:10:22 -0500

My grandmother was always the baker in our family and made these pecan pies for every special occasion! -- posted by Mrs. Shields

Pumpkin Dessert Dip

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:11:53 -0500

Savor every bite of Kraft Food's Pumpkin Dessert Dip. Each serving of this spicy-sweet dip goes a long way on pumpkin flavor. Recipe was found at: http://www.kraftfoods.com/kf/recipes/philadelphia-pumpkin-dessert-dip-52069.aspx -- posted by I <3 Cookbooks

Linzer Cookies

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:42:08 -0500

Delicious Linzer hearts sandwich cookies. Great for holiday and romantic gifts -- posted by Chef #251940

Whole Roasted Turkey With Fennel Spice Rub

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:53:21 -0500

I got this recipe from Food Network...I've been using it for three years...My whole Family LOVES it!!! -- posted by Chef #1444108

Lemon Leaves

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:45:26 -0500

Sugar, chopped pistachios and lemon peel sprinkled on top of these cookies make them extra special. Feel free to use whatever cookie cutters you have on hand. -- posted by Lizzymommy

Maple Leaf Sugar Cookies

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:32:52 -0500

This recipe is requested by friends and family every time I'm asked to bring cookies for an event. Folks enjoy the subtle maple flavor in these crisp cookies. -- posted by Lizzymommy

Creamy Potato Salad

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:44:51 -0500

I have combined a couple of my favorite potato salad recipes to come up with this one. I use it for all the holidays. -- posted by Nasseh

Dipped Cherry Cookies

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:32:25 -0500

Really beautiful, these cookies are terrific for Holiday Cookie Platters, or Valentine's Day, or just because they're yummy! :) -- posted by Lizzymommy

Pumpkin Layer Dessert

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:33:47 -0500

This pumpkin recipe is just outstanding. It is a great change from Pumpkin Pie and it serves so many more people. Every time I serve it, even the pumpkin pie haters beg for the recipe and add it to their Thanksgiving menu the following year. Please try it, I know you will just love it!!!! -- posted by LizP

Down South Sweet Potato Pie

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:31:08 -0500

Whether from the North or the South, East Coast or West Coast, homemade sweet potato pie brings out the Southern drawl in all of us. The sweet potatoes provide this indulgent dessert a healthful boost of nutrients, especially beta carotene (forms vitamin A). This pie can be enjoyed not just during the holiday season, but all year long! Courtesy of Mealtime.org -- posted by Chef #1365024

Grandma Linda's Thanksgiving Dressing

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:22:41 -0500

My mother has made this dressing for our family since I was a little girl. It is the only Thanksgiving dressing my family will eat. I would weigh 500 pounds if I made this dressing as often as I craved it! Although I know most people prefer holiday recipes that have been passed down in their own families, I hope you will enjoy this Thanksgiving dressing recipe that the McWell's have enjoyed for many, many years! My mother used Jiffy corn bread mix in the old days, then later switched to Marie Calender's corn bread mix. In this recipe, I am using the "sweet corn muffins" recipe on a box of Albers Yellow Corn Meal. Because I am using Albers brand corn meal, all ingredients up to "12 Tbs butter" are for this particular brand cornmeal. If using any other cornbread mix, follow directions on the box, then add ingredients beginning with "1 Lb bacon." This recipe is for Thanksgiving so it makes quite a large amount. Thanks Mom! -- posted by Mrs Cook

Thanksgiving Pumpkin Blondies

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:15:40 -0500

From The Best 50 collection of cookbooks. This is straight out of the Brownies and Blondies edition. A little of this goes a LONG way! Not really a blondie by my standards, but it passes off as an interesting bar-type dessert. PLEASE NOTE: Because most people are not really used to tasting molasses, it may take a few bites to fall in love with this recipe. I did not like it at all when I first tried it. But, after giving it a second bite, I found I can't get enough of it. This seemed to happen with EVERYONE who tried it. So, please, before giving an unhappy review, try it again. If you find that the molasses is just too much to handle, try cutting the topping ingredients in half. It really does make a lot of topping as it is. I hope you enjoy this! -- posted by the_cookie_lady

Ww Rich Rosemary Gravy

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:24:39 -0500

from WW.com By straining the gravy at the end, you get rid of any lumps and guarantee it will be silky smooth. And while some fat is used in this gravy recipe, its still just 1 POINTS® value for a generous 1/4 cup serving, so pour it on! -- posted by SVSOUZA

Best-Ever Slimmed-Down Roast Turkey

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:16:09 -0500

from ww.com - check your own points but should be 4 points per 3 oz cooked. -- posted by SVSOUZA

Cranberry Squares

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:00:43 -0500

My hubby isn't a huge fan of cranberries because they're too sour for him but I love them around the holidays. I made this a couple years ago for Thanksgiving and he loved it! The jello portion should be made the night before and the topping can be made the day of, but should be refrigerated at least an hour before serving. -- posted by The Wallaces

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:57:35 -0500

I haven't tried this yet. It's from Argo cornstarch. These need to chill for one hour after they've baked. -- posted by Debbie R.

Corn Bread and Broccoli Rabe Strata (Melissa Clark)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:58:12 -0500

A decadent recipe from Melissa Clark of the New York Times that combines the cheesy gooiness of a casserole with the custardy richness of a soufflé. Makes a satisfying vegetarian main dish (for 10) or a delicious side (for 16) for Thanksgiving or another special occasion. Recipe can be halved or even quartered. Dish requires at least 4 hours resting time. -- posted by blucoat

Mom's Rice Crispy Treats

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:43:50 -0500

a quick easy large quanity of YUMMY rice crispy treats. like my mom loves to make. also some mixins if you like. -- posted by Barbi Ebby

Mama Stamberg's Cranberry Relish

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 18:32:37 -0500

Heard this recipe on NPR and was pleasantly surprised that the strange ingredients garnered such a great cranberry dish. All credit must go to NPR's Susan Stamberg who shares this recipe on air every year at Thanksgiving time. -- posted by Emily

Barbara Treves' Award Winning Apple Pie

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:31:36 -0500

Barbara Treves' Forever Favourite Apple Pie took top honors at the 1st Annual KCRW Good Food Pie Contest, winning first place in the Fruit & Nut category as well as being named "Best in Show". Start this recipe ahead of time to allow for soaking, resting, and cooling times. -- posted by blucoat

Big Daddy's Mini Sweet Potato Pies

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 01:54:12 -0500

I saw these on a recent episode of Big Daddy's House. They look easy and yummy and I can't wait to try them! -- posted by FeelinYummy

Thanksgiving Brined & Roasted Turkey

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:43:17 -0500

This takes a mediocre turkey and makes it good, and takes a natural turkey, and makes it heaven. Even people who don't like turkey like it this way.And it's simple, too! -- posted by chakrates

Grandma Phyllis' Holiday Cranberry Salad

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:31:37 -0500

My grandma made this cranberry dish for every holiday dinner and it's one of my fondest memories. It has just enough sweet to balance out the tartness of the cranberries. It's a great dish if you're looking for a new way to include cranberries in your Thanksgiving meal. (She sometimes put in walnuts or pecans for a little extra crunch.) Cooking time is for the jello to set up in the refrigerator. -- posted by DragonIady

Cranberry Blondies

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:54:56 -0500

Blondies were my favorite cookie bar as a child. My grandmother made them the best! Here is a modified version of her recipe, which I adapted to use up some of the mega-bag of fresh cranberries that I bought at Costco. I think she would have liked these. -- posted by Susiecat too

Down South Yam Cake

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:12:49 -0500

I think I adapted this recipe from something printed on a can of yams about 20 years ago. I have always enjoyed this during the fall and winter seasons, and I think you will too. It is a nice change of pace from the usual spice cake. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Holiday Eggnog Cake

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:32:47 -0500

This is a recipe that I have had for ages and is a special treat during the holiday season. This cake is very rich. It is also pretty easy to make, and pretty to look at (if garnished with some nutmeg and red and green cherries). You can make it up to 24 hours in advance, but be sure to refrigerate any leftovers. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

1958: Eggnog

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:11:30 -0500

A Craig Claiborne classic from The New York Times. One just can't do any better than this one. Cook time is chill time for the alcohol to remove any raw egg taste. I don't make it unless it gets really cold - so, for those who have snow ... make a batch of this & put another log on the fire. Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! -- posted by Buster's friend

Halloween Butterfinger Eyes

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:29:33 -0500

Ahhhhh! Scary! These are so fun for a Halloween party, children and adults both devour them. They are different than the usual recipe because you add Butterfinger candy bars for a nice crunch! -- posted by Rollin in the Dough!

Fig Cranberry Matrimonial Slice

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:13:14 -0500

Also from City Palate, a local bi-monthly foodie magazine. Made this to give away with Xmas baskets instead of the usual date square... yummy... for the base, you can use a combination of all purpose white and whole wheat flour! -- posted by Cadillacgirl

Mrs. Gordon's Chinese Chicken Wings

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:25:31 -0500

My MIL used to make these - everyone loved them, and so I got the recipe from her so I could make them more often. Now I try to avoid eating chicken wings, but I make an exception for these - every Christmas eve my mom makes them, and they are always a big hit - no left overs! -- posted by WorkingMom2three

Cranberry Salad

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:45:07 -0500

Not your typical canned cranberry jelly that grandma used to serve. Thanks to my mother-in-law for this recipe. The nuts are optional and mostly change texture, not taste. If you can't find cranberry Jell-O, use two raspberry and one cherry. -- posted by Michael Wodnicki

Peanut Blossom Cookies

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:06:42 -0500

Peanut Blossoms couldn't be more American; combining two of our favorites; peanut butter and Hershey's Kisses. Both have been with us since the early 1900s but how they exactly came together in this cookie. These delicious peanut butter cookies with a kiss sitting happily on top is a hit! -- posted by Rebecca A. L.

Mushroom Green Bean Casserole

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 16:45:16 -0500

A french-style green bean casserole minus the fried onions and using homemade white sauce with fresh mushrooms and onions. This is very similar to Kittencal's Recipe #128905 , but mine does not use water chestnuts or almonds, and mine uses Cheez Whiz process cheese instead of shredded cheddar. You can use two 16-ounce packages of frozen french-style green beans instead if you like. Use more or less cream depending on how thick you like your sauce. Yum! -- posted by Laura70

Pumpkin Biscotti With White Chocolate

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 02:10:26 -0500

I included them on my Christmas cookie platters this year, and everyone made a point of telling me how good they were. I found the recipe on the web. The raisins were my idea. Dried cranberries would be as good, if not much, much better. Or leave them out completely. Both light and dark brown sugar work beautifully, although I think I like the dark brown sugar version just a tiny tad more. I used good-quality white chocolate chips mixed with about 1/2 teaspoon of shortening for the drizzle. And if you can, use freshly ground nutmeg. Also, you can use up to 3/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries. Any way you try it, I think you'll love them. (Time does not include chilling time.) -- posted by Charmed

Pizza Frita

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 02:15:20 -0500

This has long been a family tradition as an appetizer during the holidays. It's not the most healthy of foods, but is healthier than many other fried dough recipes out there since it's quick fried, and soaks up a lot less of the oil it's fried in. This is a recipe that's always a pleaser, and quite tasty when dipped in some sugar, or even by itself. The anchovy paste variant is my favorite. It doesn't taste like anchovy at all - instead it has a quite pleasant flavor, and almost omits the need for sugar dipping the finished product. -- posted by Obsidian468

Spiced Pecans

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:54:33 -0500

Make plenty of these mildly sweet and salty nutsthey are great to have on hand over the holidays. -- posted by Papa New's Girl

Steak & Boursin- Wrapped Bells

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 09:32:48 -0500

Healthy Tidbits for any party. -- posted by Papa New's Girl

Dycio Crescents

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:35:34 -0500

These crescents are not very sweet, but light and flaky in texture, and the jam centers make them that much more delightful. I used the Solo Apricot filling, but the Almond flavor is also a very good choice for variation. This recipe was passed on to me by a friends who bakes without written recipes, and put a lot of effort to give me the ingredients and preparation directions. If you would like to see a picture of the finished product, please check it out on my blog: http://suburbangrandma.com/recipes/dycio-crescents-cookie-recipe/ -- posted by Suburban Grandma

Paul Prudhomme's Hoppin' John

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 12:46:02 -0500

Based on the recipe in Seasoned America. Note that even though this recipe uses dried peas, they are not presoaked or precooked. -- posted by Chocolatl

Buttermilk Biscuits With Cranberries

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 16:20:40 -0500

Light and tender biscuits. The key is to sift the the dry ingredients FOUR times. The dough should be manageable but sticky; a wetter dough makes a lighter biscuit. -- posted by swissms

Cream Wafers

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:31:04 -0500

These are my most favorite cookies. I bake them for holidays and special occasions. My family absolutely loves them as well. If you read the ingredients, you might not be able to envision how decadent these really are. They are very light and flaky, resemble a puff pastry, and practically melt in your mouth. You can use them plain, or fill them with special frosting. They taste great either way, but of course are much richer with the filling. For picture and step-by-step preparation, please check out my blog:http://suburbangrandma.com/recipes/cream-wafers-cookie-recipe/ -- posted by Suburban Grandma

Butter-Bean Puree Appetizer

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:29:08 -0500

This is a recipe from a Taste of Home cookbook magazine Dec. 2009. It is a super recipe that is perfect for a party. It looks elegant and sophisticated yet tastes simply divine.This recipe makes a lot so plan accordingly. Serve to your guests and get "ooohs and aaahs." They will guess hummus but be surprised by this unique flavor. Enjoy ChefDLH -- posted by ChefDLH

Cornbread Spicy Sausage Stuffing/ Dressing

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:50:01 -0500

Sausage loaded dressing. Recipe #407287 was used to flavor the stuffing but your favored poultry seasoning will work fine. This makes enough to stuff the bird and have a casserole for crisper dressing. Leftovers can be frozen for future use. -- posted by ~Rita~

Major Grey's Chutney Cheese Ball With Cherries and Pecans

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 01:11:29 -0500

This is a great tasting cheese ball that is very simple and easy to prepare! Requires several hours chilling-- so plan ahead. Serve with assorted crackers or crusty bread, add a nice bottle of wine and grapes for a party or tucked into the picnic hamper. From Taste of Home. -- posted by BecR

Cranberry Orange Pinwheels

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:10:42 -0500

Recipe I want to try next fall. -- posted by *Kathy*

Double Kisses (Great for Valentine's Day)

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:05:40 -0500

So good, but I can't say easy. Your Valentine will Love you. I've estimated the prep time. I recall this was a recipe that was printed in the Daily Record (newspaper). -- posted by Holly-Daze

BBQ Jalapeno Poppers

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:17:56 -0500

From "The Pioneer Woman Cooks"...my roommates book...didn't want to lose the recipe! -- posted by F-16 momma

Mandelmusslor (Almond - Cream Tartlets With Berry Sauce)

Sat, 30 Jan 2010 23:11:01 -0500

Published in Saveur magazine, December 2009. -- posted by swissms

Pumpkin Spice Blossoms

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:01:00 -0500

A fall twist on a classic peanut butter blossom, utilizing a seasonal candy! The recipe can be found here: http://lobsterandfishsticks.com/2009/11/17/pumpkin-spice-blossoms/ -- posted by ChefMamaBlogger

Chicken Seafood Gumbo

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:53:26 -0500

A northerners attempt at good gumbo soup. Uses chicken, shrimp, crawfish and andouille sausage. Easy to make, basically dump and go. I make it in a 12 quart roaster oven. Can easily make smaller amounts by division. -- posted by SAM the Nuke [:-{)