Thanksgiving

Mocha Caramel Cappuccino Tartelettes Recipe

by Jerry 13 comments February 2, 2013 Recipes
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From the archives: There’s been quite a stir over these little gems in the past few days, so we’ve updated the post images and recipe.  Enjoy! I think I’ve died and gone to heaven this time folks. I can’t even begin to do justice to the flavors and textures in this sweet dish. The first [...]

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Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies Recipe

by Jerry 7 comments December 15, 2012 Recipes
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*From the archives. Spread a little cheer this Holiday season with these simple pinwheel cookies. The Holidays are the time for indulgences, meaning pastries, cookies, cakes, pies and what have you. In that spirit we’ve dusted off our baking gear for the season to bring you a slew of great recipes for you and yours. So as [...]

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Sinfully Good Hot Dark Chocolate Recipe

Thumbnail image for Sinfully Good Hot Dark Chocolate Recipe by Jerry 3 comments December 13, 2012 Recipes
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There’s nothing that takes me back to my childhood faster than a steaming mug of hot chocolate. Just the smell is enough to bring back the sounds of my mother’s laughter, wrapping paper tearing and my sister squealing in happiness at the latest treasure to find its way out from under the tree. There are [...]

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Glazed Gingerbread Scones

Thumbnail image for Glazed Gingerbread Scones by Jerry 1 comment December 7, 2012 Recipes
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Nothing quite says Holidays like gingerbread. Unfortunately, making traditional gingerbread men takes a bit of effort and a bit of skill as well.  So what are you to do if you’re craving the Holiday’s most delectable and iconic treat but are unwilling to wrestle with traditional dough? Make scones! These things are little bites of gingerbread heaven. [...]

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Turkey Stock Recipe

by Jerry 4 comments November 24, 2012 Recipes
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Updated from the archives, because there is no reason to waste anything from your gorgeous Thanksgiving meal. If you haven’t broken down your turkey just yet then there’s something I need to tell you. “Don’t throw out the carcass!” That’s right, don’t throw it out. Use it to make enough turkey stock to get you [...]

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Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

by Jerry 11 comments November 21, 2012 Recipes

From the archives, because every Holiday table deserves this dish. Seriously… You need to make this! I can usually avoid desserts, but cheesecake is my weakness.  I can’t be in the same room with a cheesecake and not just have to have some.  It was love at first bite for me, and it’s a love [...]

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A CbsoP Thanksgiving – Our best Turkey-Day Recipes

Thumbnail image for A CbsoP Thanksgiving – Our best Turkey-Day Recipes by Jerry 19 comments November 14, 2012 Recipes
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Updated for a new year:  If you’re wondering what to serve this year for the holidays, this list may just help you find the perfect recipe for the job. It’s that time of the year again!  Families and friends are already preparing to gather together to give thanks for, well, whatever it is there is [...]

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Mini Dessert Empanadas (Empanaditas)

by Jerry 3 comments May 8, 2012 Recipes
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What does the word empenada conjure in your mind when you first hear it?  Do you think of the savory meat and cheese-filled versions found all over the Western United States, or do you think of the sweet versions found in Latin America? Do you suddenly crave the Filipino version, stuffed with ground beef or [...]

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Leftover Ham and 15 bean Soup – A Holiday Staple

Thumbnail image for Leftover Ham and 15 bean Soup – A Holiday Staple by Jerry 10 comments December 4, 2011 Recipes
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Holiday leftovers are some of my families favorite meals. They tend to be quick, hassle free and simplistic, yet brimming with flavor. They’re easy because after all the work that went in to the Holiday meal, nobody is really in the mood for a complicated affair or a long day spent tending another meal. Of [...]

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Curried Cranberry-Orange Turkey Thighs

Thumbnail image for Curried Cranberry-Orange Turkey Thighs by Jerry 5 comments November 22, 2011 Recipes
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Sometimes a Holiday meal should be uncomplicated. There’s enough stress out there for anyone, right? Why should you also be expected to put out expensive, fussy meals throughout the season on a regular basis? The answer is; you shouldn’t. Your holiday meals don’t have to be complicated to be fabulous. This dish is a recreation [...]

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