We’ve had our fill of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pie. I have a feeling you may be in the same boat. I did a 20 pound turkey this year just to be sure I’d … Continue reading
One more quick post before the big day! I’ve got this beautiful goodness resting in my fridge along with my Very Berry Cranberry Sauce that I do every year. Pies are baking in my oven and I have visions of … Continue reading
My mom made sweet potatoes every Thanksgiving and they were beautiful in their simplicity. I never cared for the overly sweet, marshmallow topped variety. Hers were clean and simple and consisted of fresh sweet potatoes, a little butter, a little … Continue reading
Technically, a pound cake consists of a pound each of butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. Over time there have been tons of variations on this classic recipe and most bakers today measure in cups, not pounds. Yet, we still call … Continue reading
Pecan pie is a must at the holidays. Add a little bourbon and you’ve really got something!. As long as I’ve been married, I’ve had a bottle of Jim Beam in my pantry. No, marriage has not driven me to … Continue reading
As we close in on the holidays it’s time to start thinking about pie. A good pie MUST start with a good crust. Easy as it may be, the ready made variety available at the grocery store is not going … Continue reading
A few years back I started making my own cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving. I’ve always thought the stuff from the can was great but once you make your own, there’s no going back. I’ve played around with a lot of … Continue reading
Stuffing can be a touchy subject for folks. For some it’s got to have sausage, for others it must have cornbread, and some people even put the yucky innards from the turkey in there. Sorry if I’ve offended any giblet … Continue reading
Pumpkin roll is one of my all time favorite things to make at this time of year. If you’re not feeling the fall vibe just yet, this will do it for you. The flavors of pumpkin and cream cheese with … Continue reading
Gingerbread will always hold a special place in my heart. Just the smell of it baking in my oven evokes very special memories for me. My Mom made it frequently at this time of year and I have great memories … Continue reading
Pull on a sweater, light a fire, and get a big pot of this going on the stove. There is nothing that makes me feel more warm and cozy than a bowl of butternut squash soup. So creamy and slightly … Continue reading
This is one of my favorite cakes to bake when we start seeing the first signs of fall. It has an extremely moist and delicate texture and the simple icing complements it perfectly. It’s a great alternative to traditional pies … Continue reading
