Recipezaar: Thanksgiving,Fall recipes

Dad's Award Winning Apple Butter Crepe Bites

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 18:32:00 -0500

The church my parents go to have a cook off recently where all of the entries had to use apple butter as an ingredient. A bit like a PA Dutch themed RSC :) Anyway, my dad came up with the winning recipe and this is it. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Pumpkin Cookies

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 01:49:08 -0500

I am not much one for pumpkin, but this recipe is delicious, and so easy, especially with a KitchenAid! Just dump it all in, let the Kitchen Aid do its thing, and then bake the cookies. -- posted by Super Wifey

Mimi's (Jones) Sausage Stuffing

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 02:40:24 -0500

This is the most wonderful sausage stuffing, and my mom Mimi made it every year at Thanksgiving and/or Christmas. I like it even better than her homemade cornbread stuffing. I'm assuming she got it from the Jones Sausage package. I think you could use any mildly-seasoned ground sausage for this recipe. NOTE: The amount of liquid used may be adjusted based on your preference; start with 2 cups as a baseline. -- posted by FloridaNative

Black Friday Jerk Turkey Soup

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:32:26 -0500

An "everything but the kitchen sink" concoction I made from leftover Jerk Turkey we bought from a Caribbean restaurant and other Thanksgiving leftovers (thus the name Black Friday). I wanted to make a soup with a Caribbean flair. I used homemade stock I made with the turkey bones but storebought will work just as well. -- posted by Chelley-Chelle

Turkey Spaghetti Casserole

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:44:30 -0500

I got this from my MIL. I had it at her house one day after Thanksgiving, and I nearly slurped up the whole pan. That is something else considering I usually avoid her cooking as much as I can. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Whole Wheat Date and Nut Bread

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:58:41 -0500

Recipe by Elizabeth Alston. Make recipe one day before needed to allow nut bread to rest. -- posted by Sue L

Apple, Dried Cherry, and Pecan Salad With Maple Dressing

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:14:39 -0500

Adapted from recipe from Mountain Town Station Brewing Company and Steakhouse in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Original recipe published in Bon Appetit, September 2002. Great salad for the holidays. Very easy but impressive. Dried cranberries can be substituted for the dried cherries. Also good with glazed or spiced pecans. Pears would also be good in place of apples. For a less creamy dressing, reduce or elimate sour cream and increase vinegar and oil. -- posted by swissms

Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:25:10 -0500

This recipe is from my mother-in-law, and is absolutely delicious. It is pumpkin pie only a fluffy, no-bake version that is very easy and quick to prepare. -- posted by Vicki in Houston, TX

Pumpkin Muffins

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:37:30 -0500

Great for a breakfast or dessert! Serve warm with whipped cream cheese for a decadent treat. If you don't have pumpkin-pie spice on-hand, this is the recipe: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice. I always add raisins to my muffins, but walnuts are good too! -- posted by galexa

Acorn Squash With Wild Mushroom Cranberry Stuffing

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:16:03 -0500

This is very delicious! It can easily be doubled or even tripled. I have added some sausage to this as well at times. I roast my squash first with a little maple syrup rather than do the micro-wave, but am including the micro-wave method here as well. This is an adapted recipe from Bon Appetit, October 1995. -- posted by Scoutie

Lighter Whipped Candied Brandied Yams With Pecans

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 01:15:15 -0500

Entered for safe-keeping. From Evelyn Tribole's "More Healthier Homestyle Cooking." This version reduces the amount of brown sugar and brandy, uses egg whites in place of whole eggs, and eliminates butter in the yam mixture. Note that Splenda Brown Sugar Blend for Baking may be substituted for the brown sugar, but you will need only half as much. -- posted by KateL

Apple Cranberry Spice Cake

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:56:36 -0500

From "Cake Mix Magic." This sounds like an absolutely delightful fall cake. For a little variation, the dried cranberries could be replaced with dried cherries or raisins. Some suggested apple varieties to use are Spy, Spartan, or Golden Delicious. -- posted by the_cookie_lady

Crock Pot Butternut Squash With Brown Sugar and Cinnamon

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:16:05 -0500

I found this recipe in a cook book that I bought from the local high school marching band booster club. This is a great way to cook butternut squash, and it's very easy to make. Use a large, wide round or oval crock pot for best results. -- posted by Eclipsante

Acorn Squash With Spinach Stuffing

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:17:47 -0500

Very simple side dish with very simple ingredients. The color is great and the taste is even better. It's a great comfy fall dish. -- posted by Jess4Freedom

Pecan Pie

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:08:49 -0400

A traditional fall favorite using Truvia, a stevia-based sweetener. -- posted by Sue L

Nutmeg Ice Cream - Zuni Cafe

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:13:17 -0400

Excellent served with your favorite fruit pie or tart. Be sure to use freshly grated nutmeg, not ground nutmeg. -- posted by swissms

Coconut Pralines

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:05:44 -0400

A classic deep South confection. Make ONLY on a low humidity day. From The Times-Picayune. -- posted by Buster's friend

Chorizo Corn Pudding

Mon, 04 May 2009 20:13:23 -0400

From "A Southwestern Thanksgiving", Good Food Magazine, November 1986. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Mushroom and Wine Casserole

Thu, 28 May 2009 23:32:20 -0400

This is from the May 2000 Oak Hill Elementry Cookbook. This is a really good side dish for holidays. It looks really fancy and It's delish. Almost any kind of mushrooms work... just use your favorite. -- posted by College Girl

Pumpkin Bread With Mini Chocolate Chips

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:07:40 -0400

This recipe has been in my family for years. As soon as the weather cools, it becomes Pumpkin Bread season! Tastes great with whipped cream or cream cheese - breakfast or dessert! -- posted by LoveMyVeggies

Traditional Pumpkin Pie With a Walnut-Crunch Topping

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:30:37 -0400

The tried and true pumpkin pie takes on a culinary twist with the addition of a gooey-crunchy walnut topping, the zing of maple, and a delicate sprinkling of orange zest. This creamy pumpkin delight will be a hit on its own, but you can sweeten the deal by topping it off with ample amounts of whipped cream or a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Feast Your Eyes!

Perfect Pie Crust

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:39:06 -0400

I always used to use store bought pie crusts but this one is so easy to make and is pretty fool proof. Thanks to my mother-in-law I am now able to make a great flaky crust! -- posted by LarkinSauce

Sweet Potato Bundt Cake With Spiced Buttered Rum Glaze

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 02:45:10 -0400

Can't wait to make this one. From Dave Lieberman and the food network. -- posted by cookiedog

Pumpkin Bread - Foster's Market (Or Muffins or Bundt Cake)

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:30:04 -0400

From Foster's Market (North Carolina). This pumpkin bread has a wonderful flavor. You can use two loaf pans, a 12-cup bundt pan, or make 2 dozen muffins (if making muffins, bake for only 15-20 minutes). Feel free to add chopped pecans to the batter. You can also add a streusel topping or once the bread has cooled you can sprinkle with powdered sugar. -- posted by swissms

Apple Marzipan Galette

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:58:18 -0400

Published in Cooking Light, March 2002. -- posted by swissms

Thanksgiving Leftovers: Harvest Turkey Bread Salad

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 02:23:34 -0400

This is a great panzanella bread salad using up those leftover pieces of turkey meat, rolls, and cranberries. Alternately, you could use Texas Toast croutons (from the store) or toast up some of the leftover rolls instead of using Italian bread. Thanks to the Taste Of Home folks for a great way to make the day after Thanksgiving as tasty as the Big Dinner. -- posted by Debber

Sheila's Pecan Pie

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:04:18 -0400

There has not been a Thanksgiving in 27 years that has not seen me baking this pie! It is super simple and takes no time to put together. -- posted by JackieOhNo!

Whiskey Spiked Cranberry Relish

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:14:30 -0400

An old holiday favorite with a little added ZING! Good with pork or turkey. (This is NOT for the kiddies :) ) Cook time is chill time. -- posted by mikekey

Butterscotch Apple Crisp #2

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:33:01 -0400

Try bringing the fun of caramel apples into your kitchen with this Butterscotch Apple Crisp. Chopped nuts and oatmeal make for a chewy and delicious baked dessert perfect for crisp Fall nights. -- posted by Annacia

Pumpkin-Cheesecake Pie

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:40:27 -0400

I have not made this yet! I tore it out of a magazine, my cat got a hold of it and I'm trying to save it in a safer way! Let me know if you try it. -- posted by LauraMLover

Cranberry Delight

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:52:21 -0400

A delightful salad/dessert for the Thanksgiving holiday table. Very easy to make. Prep time includes a 5 to 7 hour freeze time. -- posted by BecR

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

Spiced Autumn Walnut and Golden Syrup Tart-Pie

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:58:40 -0400

This sticky and lightly spiced walnut tart is absolutely perfect for any autumn gathering, especially Thanksgiving, Halloween or Bonfire Night. It combines walnuts together with warm spices and a hint of orange, which are all bound together in a buttery syrup filling.......if you cannot get hold of golden syrup, you can use honey instead. Serve this pie with a dollop of cream, crème fraiche or yoghurt. -- posted by French Tart

Pear-Mace Rustic Tart

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:13:05 -0400

A pretty fold up the crust tart with a delicious filling of thick pear wedges, lemon zest, and mace (a nutmeglike spice). Don't let the amount of directions panic you. It's not really difficult and is a pleasant way to pass 45 mins of afternoon time. -- posted by Annacia

Thanksgiving Cornbread Dressing

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:48:01 -0400

I grew up with Turkey and Dressing, stuffing was just foreign to me, until I became an adult, and while I can appreciate stuffing, nothing comes close to the dressing the women in my family made every Thanksgiving. If made properly, you'll find this somewhat lighter than most dressing recipes. I grew up in the south, and recently moved to California. Thanksgiving foods here are great, but they don't usually bear a strong resemblance to the holiday food I'm used to. The instructions may sound a little odd, but please, just follow them, and you'll have a really delicious dressing, and enough for a crowd. This does make a large amount, but Thanksgiving leftovers never got to waste in my family. -- posted by velvet_sj

Pumpkin Pie Steel Cut Oats/Oatmeal for Slow Cooker

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:00:18 -0400

This is my adaptation of a recipe a friend gave me. Use more or less milk and/or adjust spices and sugar to your taste. Makes 4 modest servings or 2 very hearty servings. My husband prefers much more sugar in his. Alternatively, you may bring to a rolling boil, then boil gently 10 minutes, reduce heat to low and simmer 30 or more minutes, or according to your oat package instructions & taste. Watch for boil over! -- posted by Chef #977894

Grandmother's Pumpkin Pie

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:02:46 -0400

My grandparents had a big pumpkin farm and fall was always my favorite time of year because of all the pies! This is my grandmother's recipe that is famous among family members. She always used a thin layer of pumpkin and tin disposable pie pans because she made so many at a time to give away- this made the pies thin and proportion of crust to filling just perfect! -- posted by Meri Beth

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

Spicy Savory Pumpkin Soup

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:13:04 -0400

I made this one up on my own after I learned how to cook well enough. All kinds of beans can be used, black beans do very well as do pinto beans, but regular red or dark red kidney beans are my favorite with this particular soup. You can also substitute pumpkin puree for squash puree! I think the green onion goes perfect with the mix but a small can of green chiles works well too. This is a great soup to have in the fall. Yields about 4 medium-sized servings. -- posted by the80srule

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

Southern Cornbread Dressing (Stuffing)

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:05:39 -0400

This dish is most famous as a thanksgiving side, but I crave it year round and my whole family loves it. this one is seasoned just right -- posted by GingerlyJ

Carrot Roll

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:03:42 -0400

My grandma always made pumpkin rolls for the holidays and i decided to play around with the recipe and came up with this. Everyone loved it. -- posted by racegurl77

Cinnamon-Swirl Pumpkin Rolls

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 10:38:10 -0400

This recipe is from King Arthur Flour and is a delicious fall twist on cinnamon buns. And, they are somewhat healthier because they contain some whole wheat flour (and a vegetable!). The dough is very easy to handle and rises up beautifully. These would also be good with a cream cheese icing. Dough requires a total of at least 2 1/2 hour rising time (if you use liquid milk instead of dry, you may require slightly longer rising time). You can make the dough the day before. Just let them rise for about 30 minutes, wrap them up, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, let them rise a bit more and warm up, unwrap and then bake. -- posted by blucoat

Diane Morgan's Spiced Pumpkin Layer Cake With Cream Cheese Frost

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:56:11 -0400

Found on CBC's website. Looks delicious, I can't wait to try it! This is simply a spectacular cake - moist and light with spiced pumpkin flavour and sweet bites of coconut and pineapple. In addition, it is a snap to make. It requires two nine-inch cake pans to make the layers, but the cake itself can be mixed together with a rubber spatula and bowl. If all the cake ingredients are pre-measured and the cake pans prepared, this can be a fun kitchen project to do with children, especially since it can be made ahead and frozen. Prep time includes putting the cake in the fridge after baking to set the icing. -- posted by MissingWhiteWings

Apple Strudel Easy!

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:50:21 -0400

This is made easy with store bought puff pastry. I used a mix of dried nuts and dried fruit but you can use either or. -- posted by ~Rita~

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

Pumpkin Pie - Easiest Ever

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 03:28:06 -0400

This comes together SO fast with just one bowl and a whisk. A great recipe from the 1976 edition of Eet Smakelijk - a cookbook from the Junior Welfare League of Holland, Michigan. -- posted by KissKiss

Autumn Wild Rice

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:00:58 -0400

A beautiful chewy autumn side filled with a blend of wild, whole grain brown rices apples, onions and a kick from a jalapeno. I use Lundberg Rice blend, But if you can't find it go for brown rice of choice. Start the rice cooker before dicing the goodies. This would be a nice stuffing! -- posted by ~Rita~

Peanut Butter Candy Corn Cookies

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:53:09 -0400

As a kid, I used to love peanut butter and candy corn sandwiches and recently I thought the combination would make a great cookie! Mmmmmmmm..... This recipe is based on Recipe #51104. -- posted by mliss29

Apple Coffee Cake With Crumble Topping

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:40:21 -0400

I got this recipe from food network and it tastes amazing it even has an optional brown sugar glaze -- posted by rachtach123

Sweet Potato Gratins With Creme Fraiche, Onions, and Bacon

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:11:48 -0400

A winner on another foodie site where I am a member, food52. Apartmentcooker's recipe looked too amazing to lose, so I saved it here with the review from the webmasters. There were comments that you could double the recipe for a larger casserole dish, rather than do individual servings.... Sweet potatoes are often made even more sweet using ingredients like maple syrup, brown sugar, molasses, and even marshmallows. We like that apartmentcooker goes definitively in the other direction by adding bacon, parmesan, onion, garlic and a crème fraîche bechamel, while still paying homage to more traditional recipes (she adds a tablespoon of brown sugar to the bechamel, with delightful results). Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are layered in the baking dish (we used one dish big enough for two rather than individual ones) with bechamel, crisped bacon, and raw onions and garlic, which infuse the gratin with their fragrance. A sprinkling of parmesan on top helps with browning, but if you want a little more color, pop the gratin under the broiler for a few minutes at the end. We found that 20-25 minutes baking time was perfect for a two-person baking dish. -- posted by Raquel Grinnell

Cider Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:13:00 -0400

A glaze of seasonal apple cider complements an amazingly simple dish. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, highlighting fresh, local ingredients. -- posted by Laurie150

Leftover Turkey & Fixin' Phyllo Packets

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:53:12 -0400

One year when I was a kid, my great-aunt Helen visited us for Thanksgiving. I have this memory of her and my mom in the kitchen having fun creating a clever way to "re-package" thanksgiving leftovers. I couldn't have been older than 6 or 8 years old but my mom never tried it again. As an adult the memory stuck with me and here is how it came out...its so easy! And you can substitute the ingredients with whatever left-overs suit your taste. -- posted by Melanie B.

Carrot Bread (Yeast) from Martha Stewart

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:16:20 -0400

A no-knead (isn't that great?!) bread from chef Jim Lahey. I saw this made on Martha's show and it was so beautiful! Very crusty but the inside is a soft, beautiful orange from the carrot juice. Just imagine a slice of bright orange bread studded with nuts and fruit, topped with some melty butter... What a great bread for fall. Prep time is so long because it needs to rise for up to 18 hours on the first rise - gotta plan ahead! -- posted by yogi

Almost No-Fat Harvest Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:38:07 -0400

I came up with this recipe one rainy Saturday morning when everyone wanted cinnamon rolls but I didn't want to take the time for "regular" ones. I had purchased a ball of pizza dough at the store so I used that as my dough for the rolls. Worked out GREAT!! This will probably be our Christmas breakfast.....easy and YUMMY!!! I am a "dump cook" so I approximate with measurement. :-) My kids LOVED these!! Would be good with chopped walnuts, but my kids won't eat those very often. I have to call them "super food" to get them to eat ...but only occasionally. :-) -- posted by sconehead

Tortellini With Turkey Sausage in Creamy Butternut Apple Sage

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:32:23 -0400

A Turkey dinner! Yes! Turkey sausage with butternut, apples, onions and cranberries. Flavored with crisp sage and garlic. For a quick and easy method look here Recipe #194908. The sausage can be removed from the casing and crumbled and cooked. -- posted by ~Rita~

Pumpkin Bread Pudding W/ Caramel Sauce

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:54:11 -0400

This came from the Nov 2000 issue of Bon Appetit. It's super easy to make and absolutely delicious, everyone always asks for the recipe. It does not have an overwhelming pumpkin flavor. It's very moist and sweet. Don't sprinkle on the powdered sugar until the last minute, right before you serve, or it will melt into the bread. -- posted by Chef #296829

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

Pumpkin Oatmeal Smoothie

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:18:43 -0400

Perfect drink for the fall season! Blends my love of pumpkin and smoothies! :) -- posted by LaxLily

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~

Colorado Mel's Apple Cranberry Crisp

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:08:04 -0400

This recipe is delicious. Our family really enjoys tart fruit desserts, so the recipe below reflects that. If you prefer yours a bit sweeter then you should use a sweeter apple or add another half cup sugar to the fruit. One thing I love about this recipe is how versatile it is! I'll switch out what fruit I'm using just based on what I have on hand. Yummm! This is also a healthier "Crisp" recipe than the average. There is more fruit and less crisp... I enjoy the taste of the ratio as well as the lower fat content of the ratio. ;) Try it- I bet you'll enjoy it! -- posted by Colorado Mel

Crankins

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:10:49 -0500

Candied pumpkin seeds and dried cranberry cookies -- posted by ChangoMalo

Butternut Squash W/ Wilted Spinach and Blue Cheese

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:26:25 -0500

from the Whole Foods Market website... I might try it for Thanksgiving dinner. -- posted by Napoleon Dynamite

Glazed Roasted Chestnuts

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:20:13 -0500

Yes! Hot roasted chestnuts need only a touch of salt. But once cooled this is the way to reheat them adding more sweet nutty flavor. To roast chestnut check out Recipe #108746 or buy jarred shelled chestnuts. If you make a lot you can chop them and add to a stuffing/ dressing, soup or use in a dessert. -- posted by ~Rita~

Bill Yosse's White House Apple Pie

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:06:30 -0500

Came across this in The Seattle Times. Pie without an exquisite crust is simply not the real thing. They said, "White House pastry chef Bill Yosses' light, flaky pie crusts have earned him the nickname "The Crustmaster" from President Barack Obama." This recipe is adapted from Bill Yosses, White House Pastry chef - hope this version is as good as the one being served in the White House. Note it makes use of lard, the secret of all great pastry. Just in time for prime pie making! Use a good cooking apple for this pie. -- posted by Buster's friend

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

Roasted Butternut Squash and Leek Soup

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:14:23 -0500

This is my adaptation of several squash recipes I've seen. This is a great recipe for a first course of dinner, lunch or snack. It can be prepared up to 2 days ahead of time (bring to work!). Reheat refrigerated soup before adding garnish. For vegan option, use Vegetable stock rather than chicken stock, substitute olive oil for the butter and omit the cream. Make sure to use a vegan wine as well. -- posted by Austin Vegas

Sugar Free Pumpkin Pie Latte

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:35:07 -0500

From the Torani site - am stashing to be able to access the ratios easily. -- posted by Buster's friend

Pumpkin Eggnog Custard Pie

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:36:53 -0500

This is a fantastically airy and well spiced pumpkin pie. This recipe was entered in the Martha Stewart Show's first annual pie baking contest in November of 2009. Even those who do not like pumpkin pie will love this! Baked in a gingersnap cookie crust and topped with cinnamon, vanilla meringue, this pie is sure to please! -- posted by CoreyMB

Minestrone With Turkey

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:17:30 -0500

From TOH Dec/Jan 2008 issue. I plan to try this with leftover turkey after Thanksgiving. I will probably add more turkey to this. The recipe says you can also add a can of rinsed and drained garbanzo or kidney beans. -- posted by Ginny Sue

Sweet Potato Mousse With Gooey Praline Sauce

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:24:05 -0500

This is the BEST way to eat sweet potatoes! The praline sauce goes perfectly with the sweet potatoes and the pecans give it a great crunch. Enjoy -- and happy eating! -- posted by Cooking Ventures

Pumpkin Pudding With Candied Ginger Whipped Cream

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:31:48 -0500

I love to add some port or dark spiced rum (Zacapa or Zaya), to the pudding and/or the topping! Serve with a tawny port such as my favourite Taylor Fladgate 20-year or a higher-end sipping rum such as Zacapa or Zaya. The pudding can be made up to a few days in advance, but wait to mix the topping until you're ready to serve. -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Port-Cranberry Sauce

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:36:05 -0500

Quick and healthy. Can be made up to two weeks in advance of your event. -- posted by GoldsmithLissa

Spiced Baked Pears

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:05:52 -0500

This is a perennial favorite for Thanksgiving! It's adapted from a recipe for Spiced Baked Apples by Lorraine Chausse on allrecipes. The pears make a really lovely presentation for dinner parties and can cook while you eat dinner. The recipe states 6 servings, but you can also halve them and just ladle the sauce over the half. These are yummy served by themselves or with some vanilla ice cream. -- posted by Heidigal

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

Baked Squash With Apples and Cranberries

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:14:13 -0500

The tart flavor of this cranberry-colored glaze perfectly balances the sweetness from any winter squash. If acorn squash is not your favorite, try butternut. -- posted by Annacia

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

Sweet and Savory Squash Stew

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:41:31 -0500

This recipe combines some of the most iconic tastes of fall--butternut and acorn squash, sweet potato, apple--in a sweet and savory pot of deliciousness. I recommend serving with a dollop of sour cream. And cornbread. All amounts for seasonings are estimates--I tend to season as I go and according to taste; I have a feeling these are underestimates. I will be sure to update the next time I make this with adjusted amounts. I used a smoked (pre-cooked) ham steak for this; I have also made it with other kinds of ham, with turkey sausage, and without meat altogether with positive results. -- posted by Tlharin

Sour Cream Apple Pie

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:00:42 -0500

The best apple pie ever! A must have year round at our house. Not too sweet, very creamy and super delicious! -- posted by LizP

Aunt Heide's Yam Casserole

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 18:05:56 -0500

This has been a staple at every family thanksgiving that I can remember. My aunt started the tradition and we just won't let her stop! It's easy to make but we generally leave it for a once a year indulgence. -- posted by Michigander Shawna

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

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

Stuffed Pork Loin With Cherries (4 Ingredients)

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:00:04 -0500

This rolled pork roast is very simple to prepare, but elegant enough for special dinners. We make this during the Thanksgiving holidays, usually on the weekend after we've had enough turkey. I found this recipe in a magazine called "Home for the Holidays" possibly around 1995, and I'd like to give that credit although I no longer have the magazine. -- posted by Cookin'Diva

Carrot Soup

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 12:13:09 -0500

made up on a whim! turned out to be delicious! -- posted by Susiecat too

Apple Pie

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:34:57 -0500

This apple pie has a moist fluffy crust and a rich cinnamon and nutmeg taste. -- posted by mithrilbalrog

Cinnamon Red Hot Apple Pie

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:36:12 -0500

Many years ago, a co-worker of mine used to go apple picking annually and would then bring some apples to me so I could make a pie for him. I got tired of making my same old apple pie and asked him if I could experiment a little bit. He agreed, and this is what I came up with. He was pleasantly surprised (and so was I). -- posted by JackieOhNo!

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!

Butternut Squash and Potatoes With Rosemary

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:15:17 -0500

From the Italian Slow Cooker by Michele Scicolone. It's wonderful to be able to use the slow cooker to make side dishes, especially on those occasions when the oven is engaged by the main event. You cannot go wrong with butternut squash, potatoes and rosemary. While this appears in an Italian cookbook, the ingreidets are very familiar to North Americans, as well. -- posted by duonyte

Simple and Easy Pumpkin Pies

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:15:22 -0500

I have made these pies year after year. The family is upset at the holidays if I dont make them and they all want one to take home too. This makes 2 shallow pies (my preference) or one deep dish pie. Serve with cool whip for an extra touch and flavor. -- posted by Scout Aunt

Roasted Acorn Squash With Wild Rice Stuffing

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 17:37:10 -0500

Acorn squash is a satisfying side when roasted and topped with a pat of butter and a drizzle of maple syrup, but filled with a hearty stuffing of wild rice, pecans, and cranberries, its a meal in itself. Loaded with comforting flavors, this dish brings fall home, but it can be made any time of year. The wild rice mixture can be made up to 2 days ahead; keep it refrigerated in an airtight container. You can make the stuffing up to 6 hours ahead; keep it covered in the refrigerator. extracted from Chow.com, haven't tried this yet but posted here for safekeeping -- posted by endeavour

Carrot Souffle With Crunchy Topping

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 02:00:37 -0500

This is spectacular, soft, and very sweet. -- posted by Geca

Buttered Pecan, Cranberry and Apricot Sausage Stuffing Loaf

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:49:04 -0500

A wonderful stuffing recipe for your turkey or indeed lamb, beef or game birds - this is baked in a bread (loaf) tin and looks very impressive when turned out, as well as being easy to slice and serve. It can also be served as an alternative type of "meatloaf" with salad, pickles and chutneys........or even better, in sandwiches. I have also made this as a vegetarian option, leaving out the sausage meat and adding more breadcrumbs to the stuffing loaf. -- posted by French Tart

Pumpkin Pie

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:49:10 -0500

This pie is delicious, and no one will EVER miss the eggs. You can use this filling with your favorite home made pie crust, or store bought. I made this for Thanksgiving 2009 using this crust: Recipe #404587 Because I didn't have clove, I used 1/2 tsp cinnamon PLUS from Pampered Chef, which has a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. I also used candied pecans for the top. From: Joy of Vegan Baking -- posted by Kozmic Blues

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

Hot Vanilla Chocolate

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:42:36 -0500

all the creaminess of a packet brand only better and homade it warms you up on a cold winter day -- posted by YellowLillac

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