Another recipe found in my grandmother's recipe box that she used to make for my brothers and sister when we were young. Hope you too, will enjoy this one.
Here's a pumpkin pie that will get rave reviews for both taste and appearance. With layers of plain and chocolate-flavored pumpkin filling plus a sweet sour-cream topping, it takes a bit longer to make…
Looking for something different for the holidays? This pumpkin cheesecake is absolutely phenomenal. It has a pumpkin cheesecake filling with a vanilla cheesecake top layer. The crust is made with gingersnaps…
This beautiful creamy, velvety, nutty, rich soup is wonderful by itself or served with a grilled salmon steak with herb salad. It's a perfect Christmas appetizer too!
Dazzle family and friends year-round with this luscious pumpkin dessert. They're winners whenever you want to go all out and make something spectacular and enticing for a special occasion - or simply…
I remember having these at church functions when I was growing up. I love to make these to this day, it brings back such wonderful memories of my childhood. Go ahead, mix up a batch this evening and start…
My husband loves these cookies. They were his favorite while growing up and still to this day he asks for these to be made. Now he has passed his love for these cookies onto our four boys. This is a favorite…
This recipe was just given to me from a friend and I just had to share it with all of you. Infused subtle sweetness of vanilla, this sweet, buttery kettle corn makes a wonderful snack to satisfy your…
Please don't tell my kids that this recipe contains squash! They LOVE these and eat the heck out of them. So if you have kids, do not make these muffins when they are around.
A wonderful cookie to make with your children. They will love all the colors that are in their cookies and have fun looking for the cookie that has the most of their favorite color in it.
A classic stuffing recipe that's full of flavor and herbs. A great option for Thanksgiving because you can throw it in the crockpot and tend to your turkey!
My mother made this casserole every Thanksgiving since I was a small child and is a favorite in our family. She usually doubled the recipe because it was always the first thing to disappear from the table.…
This is a fancy cheesecake that is definitely worthy of the Thanksgiving or Christmas table. You can make most of it ahead of time, so you won't be rushing to get everything on the table.
Wondering just how you're going to cook that bird on Thanksgiving or Christmas? Here's a deliciously easy, fail-safe recipe that ensures wonderful results!
This is a holiday pleaser and very easy to prepare. Just listen to the comments and you know you have a hit. They will want the recipe. This is a Thanksgiving favorite in my home.
Several years ago I decided to do a "Nationwide Thanksgiving" for my family. I tried to cook each dish to represent a different location in the USA. This stuffing is very, very Hawaiian. I found that…
My aunt always makes her "special stuffing" and brings it to both our Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. I absolutely LOVE this recipe and I cannot imagine another dinner without it. She is 92 and I was…
Most of us have a special memory or a trinket or two that make us think of our mother's love.I have a red cookie tin. After my mom passed away I took her red cookie tin.She would make her favorite biscotti…
I grew up with my mom and several ladies in our neighborhood making cookies around the holidays and each would make a different cookie and then they would divide the cookies with one another so that each…
This recipe makes delicious Thanksgiving turkey a cinch! My mom gave me this recipe and it is made for a 15-lb. turkey. It is cooked for 3.5 hours total.
Whether it's Thanksgiving or not, this turkey recipe is simple and delicious! Using rosemary, sage and apples gives it fabulously sweet, herbed flavor.
Visually appealing. Nice flavor. A great compliment to the traditional Thanksgiving dinner. This recipe has been in my family for nearly 70 years. I have passed it on to my daughters.
The combination of the herbs and red wine make for such a bountiful and refreshing dish. Opting for the turkey products is a very figure-friendly choice and using the lemon juice and zest in the meatballs…
Cupcakes are a great alternative to pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving. Spiced Sweet Potato Jumbo Cupcakes are trendy, tasty and sure to please the kid in everyone at your table.
Moist and flavorful, you can also use this recipe for Cornish game hens, chicken breasts or roasting chicken. Select a turkey sized according to the amount of people you will be serving.
This is a cranberry relish that has been in my family and has been made for over 50 years. My grandmother made it for many years before I started making it. I keep it on hand most of the winter months,…
A perfectly seasoned and juicy turkey. My friend from France taught me to cook turkey like this, but she never measures anything so use your own judgment for vegetable amounts, etc. I usually err on the…
With Thanksgiving looming around the corner, I look for something new to make for dinner and try it out ahead of time - I liked this sweet potato soup. Found this one on another website. Sounds warm,…
My mom and grandmother would make these wonderful nut rolls at every holiday. When these are being made they bring back so many warm memories of my childhood. Make some of these and start making wonderful…
My grandmother gave me this Elvis Banana Pudding recipe as a hand-me-down and she would always say "I'll bet Elvis would even like this banana pudding" hence the name.
This is a great turkey that is full of flavor. I used my recipe for the rub which you can look at here on Recipe4Living. Click here to get the recipe for The Perfect Rub For Any Meat.
Given to me from a friend. This is a wonderful recipe if you like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. When I make these, they don't last very long around my house.
This French Toast Casserole is the winner of Recipe4Living's Casserole Contest! It is easy to make and the only caveat is that you must prepare it 3 to 12 hours before baking it in the oven. Perfect…
A school teacher in Portland, Tennessee passed this one along to me as one of her family favorites. Everyone loves my rendition of the recipe and begs me to make it when they are home.
Excellent dish for party or any meal as an appetizer. Chilling day before enhances the flavor. If you prefer more spice, use hotter picante sauce, depending on your preference.
This pumpkin soup can be used as a light first course for Thanksgiving or to accompany turkey sandwiches the next day. Nutritious and delicious, this is a treat for the taste buds! Easy adaptations make…
A rich, oh so good dressing. You can bake alone or stuff the bird, it works either way! This makes a great leftover dish too. . Look for my Cran-Relish recipe to go with it. This stuffing can be made…
These wrapped candies are perfect treats for celebrating Halloween. Pepitas, or pumpkin seeds, are available hulled or unhulled at health-food stores. Paper candy cups are available at baking supply stores.
This unique recipe is the winner of the sweet potato category in our Thanksgiving Recipes Contest! Cooked, mashed sweet potatoes with coconut and butter.
This is a "chunky" dip that can be made as spicy hot as you want! This is a crowd pleaser! I ALWAYS come home with an empty dish! My husband says this dip would be good on a car bumper!
This casserole has an outstanding flavor mix. Add the saltiness of ham and the sweet taste of sweet potatoes and you will come up with a casserole to die for.
This is a wonderful and festive cheese spread best served with a hearty cracker. I have adapted this over the years for use on different occasions. Cranberries or Craisins make it a perfect Thanksgiving…
This recipe is easy and so simple; great for big meals like Thanksgiving coming up. Tastes mm good, it looks too good to eat sometimes with its bright yellow texture.
These zucchini logs are packed with flavor and the kids love eating them along side their turkey legs. I think they like the name! These can also be served as a meal with a side salad.
Years ago my mom used to stuff the turkey with this rice recipe. I like it so much I don't wait for a turkey to make it. If you want to make a meal out of this, add 4 links of sauteed sausage for heartier…
This is a wonderful side dish for Thanksgiving. I wanted to do something other than the traditional sweet potato and marshmallow dish. I came up with apples and sweet potato and then decide to throw in…
This delicious recipe is the winner of the stuffing category for our Thanksgiving Recipes Contest! Cornbread dressing with fresh corn and thyme, flavored with celery and onion, and moistened with chicken…
I like things that taste really great! I love it when people tell me how wonderful my food is. Who doesn't? I REALLY like it when the food I have created is just the easiest ever but tastes like I had…
I first tried this recipe for Thanksgiving and it was a nice change from the traditional apple pie. The recipe is from the glorious Alice Waters, so how could it be bad?
I make this frequently but since some people don't care for pumpkin I sometimes make this as a dessert for Thanksgiving. Everyone likes the apples but the best thing about this dessert is the really crunchy…
This wonderful recipe is the winner of the squash category in our Thanksgiving Recipes Contest! A French recipe for potimarron, this bread has a wonderful golden color.
This oyster dressing recipe has a great taste and is always a hit! My father made it for years and I carry on the tradition of oyster dressing for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.
This recipe has a unique attribute: tasters can't tell the difference between the white flour and whole wheat flour versions. If you've been looking for a whole-grain recipe that's sure to please the…
Put away that rolling pin! Whip this lighter pumpkin pie together in a blender or food processor and pour it directly into the pie pan. It's easy and delicious.
Cranberries, apple pie filling, walnuts, raisins, and orange marmalade make this almost-no-cook cranberry relish easy for any cook to put together, but it looks and tastes like it took hours to make!
Whenever my aunt made a pan of this apple cake, it would be gone before we knew it! This recipe is more like a coffee cake that is moist and appetizing. It has a sweet apple and coffee taste to it.
Great with fresh fruit! Use apples, pineapple chunks, grapes, oranges or other fruits of your choice. Have toothpicks available to spear the fruit for dipping. Great for showers or parties!
This dish can be served as a side or mail dish by adding a salad or even soup. Crunchy on the outside and smooth and salty on the inside. Who could ask for more? You can use also puff pastry or the bisquick…
I made this up during the Christmas holiday. I was making a theme of the Christmas colors on my table, spinach being green was one of them. Well, it cooked up faster than the rest of my food. All I can…
Dark, soft and delicious! I remember my mom going North to bring grandma back to our house just to make alot of these cookies. Watching grandma make them, I always wondered how she knew when to stop…
This apple dumpling recipe is one that my family enjoys and I have used it many times. It looks wonderful and my family never waits until I say it is okay to eat it. They dig in as soon as it comes from…
The beauty of Thanksgiving is that it about bringing families together and if your family is of Chinese descent, this is a fantastic way to bring a little bit of history and culture to the table.
I won a contest sponsored by our local newspaper with this apple pie recipe, and it was featured on a nearby restaurant's menu for a month. The combination of cream cheese, maple, apples, and walnuts…
I make this for every holiday dinner. My grandchildren love it so I make extra and the next day I microwave the leftovers or use the rest to make Shepherd Pie.
This sweet take on sweet potatoes brings wonderful memories of holiday dinners at Granny's house. The gooey marshmallows with the crunchy pecans and bananas add such a wonderful blend of favors to satisfy…
This pie is great warm, with a scoop of ice cream or ice cold out of the fridge. I make these for bake sales and they have sold out for the last 3 years.
The Long Island Iced Tea (LIIT) is the basis of many elaborate mixed-drinks. It dates to the 70s, named after the USA's largest island, Long Island, in New York. Although it doesn't contain tea, its taste…
My family likes sweet potatoes like this instead of baked with all the marshmallows on top. It is very good and if sweet potatoes are a must for your Thanksgiving you should definitely try this recipe.
A hearty soup with ground beef, two types of beans, corn and cheese! This is a great meal for those cold winter nights or to take to a pot luck dinner.
The gravy is best made over several hours or days. Complete step 1 while the turkey is brining, or up to 3 days in advance. Continue with step 2 once the bird is in the oven. Start step 3 once the bird…
A chunky chutney like this one makes a great gift for friends and neighbors. I give them the chutney in a decorated jar with a package of cream cheese and a box of crackers. It makes a lovely snack and…
Here is my favorite recipe for green bean salad. I serve this to my whole family over Thanksgiving. This is a cold and delicious salad with French cut green beans, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, water chestnuts…
These enchiladas are a great rendition of the tradtional enchilada recipe. I have had many compliments on them. My dad loves them so much he asks me to make them at least twice a month.
Easy turkey salad made with only white turkey breast meat, colorful sweet peppers and Miracle Whip. Taste is sweet but a little spicy and very fulfilling.
This is a recipe passed down through my family, I remember my grandmother making it for us on Christmas, saying it needed to sit a day or two; it was so hard to smell it and not be able to eat it. The…
This is such a sweet and tasty recipe for you not so ordinary stuffing. Add the tanginess of pineapples to your stuffing mix and you will never want to make stovetop stuffing again.
Dislike rutabagas? You won't after trying this yummy soup. For a perfect dinner party opener, serve it in demitasse cups and ask your guests to guess what it is.
Cranberries are a staple of the Canadian diet, we drink them in juice form, as a side dish for Turkey and in our muffins and desserts, enjoy this wonderful variation on the baked apple.
I love to mix tea and juices. I really like them in the winter when you can drink them warm. This recipe is good hot or cold. I also have tried several kinds of tea (even decaf). You cannot really taste…
Overall taste can be mild to medium to super-hot, dependiing on how much Tabasco you like to add to the recipe. Have plenty of napkins around. I experimented with this recipe for a family cookbook about…
We always made bread stuffing for holidays, but it wasn't my thing so we came up with this rice stuffing. Adding Craisins makes it a little more festive but isn't necessary.
This is an interesting blend of flavors, such as cranberry sauce, strawberry gelatin,celery , chopped nuts and cream cheese. This would be a great side dish for a family holiday dinner.
The Italian dressing in this chicken Parmesan casserole gives the chicken zing and keeps it moist. Smoked mozzarella will add another layer of flavor. Is your mouth watering too?
Overall taste is typical of one anticipated for a winter holiday. It looks very pretty when presented. It came from my own experimentation to find someting typical but a new and interesting way to serve…
This cranberry relish recipe has been in our family for many years. It will last more than a week in the refrigerator if you keep it covered! I hope you will make it one of your holiday favorites also.…
This is a simple recipe that can be a side dish or Hors d'oeurves. Great for folks that are not particularly fond of vegetables. If used as Hors d'oeuvres, furnish picks to put on plates.
Pumpkins have multiple uses: you can carve them, make a pie out of them, or even a fudge, but what do you do with those darn seeds? Well, if you try this recipe, youl'l find out that even the seeds are…
This wonderful meal can be sweet or savory. You will decide when you look in the fridge and see what kind of leftovers you have. The spice cabinet is a favorite of this dish as well. Don't be afraid,…
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When you're running around the kitchen trying to get ready for Thanksgiving, this is an easy dump cake that you won't have to think about for an hour… if you can find room in oven.
A 'spiked' version of the traditional hot cider - great for fall or holiday gatherings. This can be made in large quantities and kept warm in an electric coffee server.
This recipe makes 2 pies and is sinfully delicious. It is almost like eating a banana split. I am always asked to bring these pies to our family gatherings and church suppers.
This is a hearty classic stuffing that isn't very hard to put together. It takes about 2 hours to do the prep work because the giblets are slowly simmered until they are tender.
Waking up Thanksgiving morning to the smell of roasting turkey, the spices and herbs used to flavor the giblet gravy and used to make the dressing/stuffing are things memories are made of. I was always…
My husband can not get enough of these. Pecan Pie Muffins can be baked in fancy little muffin cups and used for holiday parties. All I can say is they do not last long at our house!
If you are a sweet potato fan, you will just go bonkers about this one… If you are not all about sweet potatoes, you will soon be after you try this fantastic recipe.
This would put a smile on any children’s face. This is a great recipe for parties also. This recipe is great to make with a friend, but can definitely be made solo.
A wonderfully refreshing drink! Everyone who tries it, loves it. Perfect, served at a summer deck party or delightful, served at a party for the holidays. It will be requested.
This is cookbook author Rick Rodgers' recipe for a traditional turkey and stuffing. Instructions are for an average-size 18 lb. turkey, but the recipe can be adapted to the size of your bird.
Instead of using the regular bread crumbs, try using Panko Japanese bread crumbs. They are found in the oriental food section. You will find it is crispier and adds a total different flavor to it. After…
A great recipe for delicious turkey roasted in lemon, orange, and tangerine juice, and stuffed with meat, roasted chestnuts, and pine nuts. An excellent recipe for everybody who loves Greek cuisine.
This recipe came from my grandmother and is infamous among people who know us. I have never found coffee frosting anywhere else, and this one is definitely the best! Perfect for those who like a rich…
We had family over for Halloween this year and I made this soup as a starter. I roasted two fresh sugar pumpkins and a couple sweet potatoes along with some spices, which filled the house with such a…
These are so good you'll want to double the recipe because they'll be the first to go. I created this recipe to take to work for luncheons. The first time I brought them in they were gone in a flash and…
The original recipe was my aunt's and years later we added the marshmallows, and started using the canned yams. If you try this recipe you will never make it any other way.
This is a jam with a combination of strawberries and cranberries. It is a wonderfully rich red and perfect for the Christmas season. I received this recipe from a former teacher of my children in elementary…
A reader asked for this recipe. It is so much better than the instant banana pudding you keep showing. I hope more people will make this one and taste the difference.
When you don't have all day to slave away in the kitchen, but you want to put something nice on the table for the holiday, try this quick and delicious sauce.
This recipe was passed down through my family at holiday dinners. Its very easy to make and delicious. It requires a yellow cake mix (pudding in the mix) and a can of pie cherries already prepared.
Throughout my childhood, I remember tending to a massive half-acre size garden that was abundant with all the glorious flavors of fall. Now in my adulthood, I have found I tend to shy away from the typical…
I like this recipe, and have used it for everything as side dish as well as a mainstay for supper. It is an easy, delicious entree for this time of year.
A very tasty side dish, great for company, especially at Holiday times for this makes a "pot full", and doesn't tie up your stove/oven. HOWEVER, when the family gets together, it all goes!! May change…
Eggnog is a holiday tradition. This is so creamy and delicious. It is a real winner in taste and how easy it is to make. You'll have to make a lot because this disappears quickly!
This is a simple, tasty variation of a Southern Pecan Pie. By replacing some of the corn syrup with Kahlua, or any coffee flavored liqueur, the pie is not as sweet and has a wonderful aroma. Because the…
Pumpkin seeds must be completely dried out in the oven before combining with spices. Whether for cooking or carving choose an unblemished pumpkin that feels heavy for its size; it will store well, uncarved,…
This banana nut bread is very delicious and easy to make. My family and friends love it! I love to cook and bake and this banana nut bread is made with a lot of love.
Always make at least double the stuffing you need for the turkey and cook the extra stuffing in a casserole dish. For an extra taste delight, sprinkle some of the turkey juice or canned broth over the…
This creamed chipped beef recipe was a favorite as a child, and still is today! I always like to have some extra on hand, to throw on toast or a biscuit later. This picture was taken after we ate half…
The most tender, tasty, surprising meat dish. Don't tell them about all the fruits they'll never believe you, just serve and enjoy the compliments. My Grandma Rose was a child of the depression and she…
This sweet potato recipe is a favorite in our house during the holidays! You will love these - I got this recipe from my mother and have never heard of anyone else making them like this.
This is a fantastic dish to make for Thanksgiving because the bread uses the natural sweetness of the potatoes to really accentuate the flavor. Lots of spices and molasses make this a truly memorable…
A healthy take on a classic favorite! Great served with burgers! I'm always looking to add a healthy twist on classic recipes now that there are so many ingredient alternatives available on the market.
Translated it means mozzarella in the carriage. The carriage being the crusty bread. This is a delicious appetizer, mid-day snack or evening meal with a salad and side vegetable or even some Split Pea…
Instead of adding fat during cooking and serving the turkey covered with gravy, this roasted bird is complemented with a refreshing, aged Italian vinegar-brown sugar sauce.
This creamy crowd-pleasing side dish features summer squash, carrot, stuffing mix and cheese baked in a creamy sauce. Crispy on top and creamy in the center, this favorite side dish is a winner on any…
I came up with this recipe for two of my family members who are diabetic. It's not totally sugar free but it's close. No one in the rest of the family realized the recipe became sugar free and it's still…
This seafoam green colored salad is pear flavored and made from Jello, cream cheese, and Cool Whip! It makes a very yummy side dish! This has become a staple at our family's Thanksgiving, Christmas and…
I actually came up with this recipe while trying to create a sweet potato dish for our baby girl, Kaia. She just loves sweet potatoes and it's necessary to create a variety of dishes using them. I do…
This recipe is based on something I used to order at a favorite restaurant I frequented. Since moving two states away, I was left on my own to prepare something similar and different at the same time.…
Here's a family-friendly dish fits right into your busy schedule. It features convenience products like cream of mushroom soup, frozen vegetables and stuffing mix that combine with cooked turkey or chicken…
I found this recipe in the summer and tweaked it a bit. It is light and refreshing any time of year. Fennel is healthy for you in that it provides Antioxidant Protection and Immune Support from Vitamin…
This delicious appetizer is a sure 'make ahead' treat. This will activate your taste buds and make you wish you had made a double batch. Can be prepared 2-3 days ahead.
Wolfgang PuckEvery cook has his or her own special way to prepare a whole Thanksgiving turkey. Some brine the bird first, soaking it for several hours or more in a seasoned saltwater solution before cooking;…
Actually, this is my nephew's recipe. He's a Sergeant in the Army and he just came back from Afghanistan. He usually makes this pie for special occasions, but after arriving home on May 9,2008, this is…
You can prepare this gratin in stages in advance: Bake, peel, and slice the sweet potatoes a day or two ahead of time. Then assemble and bake the gratin the day of serving. Baking the potatoes in the…
This is a very old and wonderful dressing to use instead of your typical turkey and dressing recipe. You can make it with fresh or frozen yellow squash. You can also use this year round.
A traditional Scandinavian Smorgasbord recipe upgraded for ease that begins with tasty, beautiful thin slices of salmon. Grav lox will keep forever in your refrigerator once made, so there is always an…
This zesty spread is a holiday hit! It's easy to make and tastes even better the day after you make it. Serve with crackers or slices of baguette. This spread is zippy, so if you don't like spice, reduce…
You can count on having this just about every Saturday morning at my house! The cinnamon smell that rolls through the house in the early hours of Saturday morning... You see, the beauty of this recipe…
You can prepare stock weeks before Thanksgiving so you have it on hand not only for making gravy but also for preparing soups, braising vegetables and moistening stuffings.
A very easy and cheap recipe everyone will love. Even people who don't like mushrooms will love this dish especially if you don't tell them whats in it.
This hearty sausage and grilled vegetable lasagna is a family favorite! It is very flavorful and easy to make. After trying several other recipes, I created this one by combining the best parts from each…
This is an easy no bake delightful dessert for the blueberry lovers in your family. Top with fresh sliced strawberries for a patriotic look. Can be altered some with diet Jell-O, low fat cream cheese,…
While making apple pies for a church supper, I ran out of cinnamon. While looking for something else to use, I found a bag of my son's Red Hot candies. Why not? They are just cinnamon and sugar. Results!!…
This is a lighter healthier version of what my family used to make when I was a kid. Who wants to eat all that oil anyway! The optional additions make it colorful and it gives the dish lots of flavor…
I tried this way of fixing sweet potatoes one year. They are a lot more healthy and everyone loves them. My grandmother used to request them when we would have holiday dinners.
Rich, hearty, and comforting! This soup is a meal in itself. The spice of the pepper flakes compliment the spice of the Italian sausage. Great served with a baguette and softened butter.
You knew thanksgiving was coming when these came out of the oven. The chestnut itself is sweet and with a hint of salt, it is the perfect snack or part of the after dinner dessert.
This is along the lines of a custard. My mama made this every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It has more cornmeal (yellow preferably) than others and has no flour. The cornmeal gives it a crunchy…
My family traditionally makes this for an appetizer on Christmas or New Years but I like to make it all year 'round. It is crunchy on the outside and smooth on the inside. Enjoy!
Why wait for Thanksgiving for turkey? This is a quick and easy recipe. You don't have to worry about the whole bird (no one in my family eats any dark meat). If you are having company, make one whole…
This recipe uses fresh cranberries and is a great addition to any Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner! It has been passed down from my grandmother and anyone who has tried it wants the recipe.
This is a stuffing recipe for turkey or chicken: it's easy, fun and so yummy! My grandmother from southern Illinois made this stuffing for our large family and we finished it off each year! Now we make…
Wolfgang PuckI've done it all: soup, sandwiches, salads, cold buffet platters, you name it. But one of my favorite treatments for leftovers is a traditional French recipe that is most often used for leftover…
This is just a fun and new way to make a Brown Betty. I have found that there is really no way to screw up a Brown Betty, so I just twisted it up a little! My favorite apple is a Granny Smith so that…
Instead of pumpkin or mince pie, offer this colorful dessert at Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, and top it off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The refreshingly tart filling, made by combining cranberries…
Spice up your pierogies with salsa and sour cream! My kids love these little pillows as a main course or snack. You can substitute these in recipes that call for ravioli too.
This lime salad recipe brings so many great memories growing up as a child. My grandmother would almost always make this at our family get togethers. It is light and refreshing.
A very rich chocolate mousse over a rich chocolate cake layer and topped with chocolate ganache sauce and chopped nuts. Great for special occasions. This cake takes a lot of time to make, and a lot of…
You can have this salsa done in 10 minutes. Chill for 30 minutes and it is ready to serve. The heat depends on how you like it. Just add more jalapenos to adjust to your own tastes.
It is family tradition that we serve this dish every Thanksgiving and Christmas. We serve it frozen. With all of the warm, delicious food on our plates, this cool dish perfectly balances everything out…
Instead of topping canned sweet potatoes with a glaze and miniature marshmallows, this version uses fresh sweet potatoes and a lighter, less gooey glaze.
We love garlic bread in my house but I don't always have ciabatta bread so I use what is on hand. The biscuits were on sale so I had a few lying around. Good with my Split Pea Soup.
This salad tastes just like the salad at Pasta House. My friend Joyce makes it all the time and she shared the recipe with me. It is delicious and doesn't have too many calories!
A delicious baked ham for anytime of year! You'll surprise everyone with this fabulous ham that has a delicious crust, and is basted in Coke! Don't be mistaken, it doesn't taste like a soft drink, and…
This easy banana nut pumpkin cake is delicious. It is very moist. I had left over pumpkin pie filling. (easy Libby's) and ran out of pie crust. I didn't want to make any more crust or go the store for…
This clam dip recipe has been a family favorite for more than 60 years. It just wouldn't be a holiday without it! Use low fat cream cheese and/or mayo if desired. Don't add any more salt until you've…
Quick and easy homemade pecan rolls. You wake up in the morning and soon your house is filled with the most heavenly fragrance. These rolls will get anyone out of bed.
Light, lemony and luscious are just a few of the ways to describe this incredibly easy dessert. Top with whipped topping or whipped cream for a fabulous dessert that no one will be able to resist.
Believe me, this potato and cauliflower dish is really good! Served with buttered rice, it is yummy. This is a basic recipe from a restaurant I visited many times. Use as a side dish or main dish.
This apple crisp recipe is easy, quick, and tastes yummy. It's really good with vanilla ice cream and it's a good fall recipe when apples are plentiful.
This recipe is great as an appetizer served with crackers or french bread, or as a side dish along with a meal, or just soup and salad. Freezes well for later use.
I got this recipe from a very good friend that got it from her grandmother. The first time I tasted this sweet potato casserole, I just couldn't believe how delicious it was! They have been making it…
This cake is very moist and it's always a hit. This is one of my top cakes I make for family birthdays, etc. Very easy and simple to make. It came from former First Lady Rosalyn Carter (Mrs. Jimmy Carter)
This is a very easy dish to make using a slow cooker process. If you like beef stew, chili beans with meat and corn, you will love this. Can be as spicy as you like depending on how much paprika or cayenne…
Enjoy sweet bites of soft & creamy pumpkin fudge that is lightly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg & ginger. Place the fudge in small plastic bags and wrap with orange ribbon. If desired, gently press a pecan…
When I was in Vicenza, Italy at an open market downtown, I smelled this scrumptious smell of roast chicken at this stand. So I bought one of their chickens and looked what they stuffed in the cavity to…
The perfect soup full of potatoes, bacon, onions, and seasonings to have as the main dish with bread sticks, and a tossed salad. You could even make it as an appetizer for your family dinner. Guaranteed…
Get ready for a sweet, tangy, nutty, flavorful delight that can be eaten as a garnish with the main course, as a topping for ice cream, OR, like my kids LOVE it, in a cup for a between-meal snack! It's…
My father-in-law gave me this recipe. This soup is phenomenal! The best thing about it is it only takes 5 minutes to prepare! If you can open a can, you can make this soup. It is also very budget friendly,…
Wolfgang PuckIn winter, while I was growing up in the Austrian village of St. Veit, green vegetables never appeared in my mother’s kitchen. Every vegetable we ate during the cold months came from our…
These cookies are the kind that flatten out and stay semi-soft. They are the favorite of friends and my whole family. My husband requests them at holiday times over cakes or pies. One of our good friends…
This is a very old family recipe that came from France and this cake is delicious. Very light and flavorful. It takes a little work but it's definitely worth it!
My family loves this recipe. It is hearty and delicious. Add sauteed chicken for a full meal and serve with my Keep Away the Vampires Cheesy Garlic Bread. Use multigrain pasta for more nutrition.
This expanded version of traditional Green Bean Casserole is sure to satisfy any crowd with its flavorful combination of Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup, green beans, milk, seasonings and…
After learning our toddler loved sweet potatoes, this was one of the many creations invented. Perfect for the Fall time, a fresh earthy sage and a gift from grandma was the perfect pair.
This shrimp appetizer recipe is extremely tasty and makes a great presentation! I use this recipe for an appetizer but by doubling the dressing and increasing the rest of the ingredients, you can make…
This cornbread stuffing recipe was handed down to me from my great-great-great grandmother! The cornbread can be fresh made or saved throughout the year (that is the way my mama made it).
Received this recipe from a Southern friend years ago and it has been a favorite in our household ever since. We even enjoy it during the winter and we have it at all holidays. The color and fact it is…
This is a nice twist to a wonderful combination of rice, sausage, seasonings, and cranberries baked in a pumpkin, which enables an eye-pleasing presentation for any Autumn dinner as a side dish or main…
I love to order Chinese take out but want to know what is in my food. I found this chicken lo mein recipe that was close to what ingredients I liked and tweaked it a bit. Hope you enjoy it.
A great way to get the kids to eat their veggies. This has become a family tradition at our house for Thanksgiving. It is also inexpensive and would be great for a pot luck!
This is a delicious blend of fall flavors including Italian mild/hot sausage, carrots, onions, celery and brown lentils. Serve this soup with a salad and crusty Italian bread for a complete meal!
Enjoy sweet bites of soft and creamy pumpkin fudge that is lightly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. This fudge makes of oodles of candy. Share the sweets!
This calzone recipe is so easy and quick - I just love the combination of cheese and dough. Adding a few other ingredients brings it to a new level. Spinach and mushrooms or prosciutto make this a meal.…
When you want the height of flavor but don't want to fool with a whole bird, roast a turkey breast. Basted with a thyme, butter and wine sauce, this one's moist and full of flavor.
Falafel is one of our favorite foods! These falafel gyros only take 5-10 minutes to prepare and about 20 minutes to cook so the whole thing is ready in 30 minutes!
This is on the dessert side like the fluffy fruit salads. Rich and creamy and goes very fast at potlucks. I use my home canned black raspberry preservers, red raspberry or blueberry pie Filling. This…
This is my version of my grandmother's recipe. Everyone tells me it's the best they've ever eaten. So when we have get togethers, guess who gets to make the potato salad!
This recipe is better than the store-bought pickled garlic; it stays in the refrigerator well and is good to go for parties. My family really likes this recipe.
This apple tart is elegant for the holidays and delicious anytime! Looks like you worked all day on this apple tart but you can make the dough ahead of time.
Natural bran and whole wheat flour make these savory muffins quite healthy too. A traditional Samhain recipe, it includes pumpkin and cinnamon with raisins for sweetness.
This recipe came from a luncheon at the assisted living facility my mom lived in. They had a luncheon once a month and this was a favorite. I have shared it many times and everyone loves it.
This orange bread is very moist and has a great color. This is an old recipe from my grandma - she ground her oranges. You can add Craisins if you wish.
Whether or not you like green beans, you will still love this. This has been in our family for generations. The ingredients sound strange but the outcome DELICIOUS!!!
I like this soup so much because it's rich and creamy without adding too much fat. By using low fat sour cream, yogurt and turkey bacon, I'm eliminating a lot of unnecessary fat and calories, but still…
These cookies are a cross between a cookie and a cake - they can be cut into shapes and frosted or dusted with powdered sugar. They are really good with a cup of tea or coffee any time of the day.
Try this gluten free chocolate cake recipe for something flavorful! This recipe is dedicated to the men in my life. Recently my husband and 15 year old son were diagnosed with Celiac Disease (people…
The first time I had this was at a Super Bowl Party--I couldn't believe how yummy and different it was. This could also be classified as a dessert and tastes just like a caramel apple. Good way to get…
I make and freeze herb cubes to use in sauces, soups and entrees throughout the year! I make them for sauces and soups. They add just that extra fresh taste to soups, meatloaf, sauces and so forth. I…
Why wait for Thanksgiving to have a sweet potato. You can make these all year long. As a side or main with roasted poultry or meat. Not too sweet, just right.
This is a quick and easy bar to make that tastes like a million dollars. You can switch ingredients to make it taste different every time; the flavor of cake mix, type of chips and nuts. You can serve…
This recipe is from my Mom. I'm not sure where she got the recipe from. The family loves this pie and fights over the last piece. The juices always bubble over the sides giving this pie a rustic appearance.
Instead of using the regular bread crumbs, try using Panko Japanese bread crumbs. They are found in the oriental food section. You will find it is crispier even after you cook them and also adds a totally…
This is a wonderful “Country Dessert” right after a meal like Chicken and Dumplin's or Country Fried Steak… Heck… As far as I am concerned, I could eat this dessert after ANY meal! Honestly...…
I love the boxed macaroni and cheese but sometimes I want something a little heartier and healthier. Even though you're using a whole lot of cheese in this recipes, the rest of the ingredients are fairly…
I have had raves for over 45 years, every time I take this to anyone. I always make two and freeze one to have one on hand. Wonderfully easy to make and so yummy and fork tender! Add a salad and dinner…
Instead of our norm, this year we hickory smoked a turkey and then topped it off with Cranberry BBQ Sauce for our holiday meal. We cut the turkey up like a chicken. This made it a whole lot easier to…
These spice date cookies are very soft and tasty especially with the icing. You can definitely taste the spices in these cookies - they make your kitchen smell wonderful during cooking.
Panettone is an Italian bread that sometimes has dried fruit and chocolate in it. It can be used as dessert, breakfast, whatever you can think of. Good for any day or holiday. It is available all year…
I make this with reduced fat cheeses so I don't feel so guilty and to boost the nutritional value, I added some veggies. Be creative and add what you like. Add shredded chicken or cut up meat balls for…
This delicious raspberry Jell-O recipe is a must try! I use it as a dessert for heavier meals or as a side for summer get togethers. This is incredibly easy to make. The flavors meld together to make…
It's a savory and wonderful tasting side dish suitable for any occasion: cook outs, get togethers, and so on. It's red and just a great tasting dish. Can be cut down about half for a smaller amount.
This was a favorite dessert at Thanksgiving and Christmas when we all gathered at Grandma's house - the holidays weren't complete without her delicious homemade sherbet. I remember those days fondly whenever…
My kids used to tease me that I made the best yams chips ever. My candied yams came out crunchy with great flavor. I don't know what made me try this but I can't make enough of them for the holiday meals.…
These rolls are JUST like the ones the cafeteria ladies make in the school lunch rooms! My 8 year-old daughter loves the cafeteria rolls and said my recipe was even better! You can't mess these up! They…
This pumpkin sweet potato pie recipe was made by my brother in law Chuck before he passed away waiting for a heart transplant in 1992. It always reminds me of his love for the holidays and family.
I am always cooking and looking for short cuts that still taste good. This is definitely a time saver. Serve with a salad and you have a cheap, tasty meal.
This is made in a 13x9 glass dish. It is a cool and refreshing dessert. Needs to be kept chilled or refrigerated. Great for get togethers, treat for guests or for that little afternoon snack. I use a…
I whipped these up for my grandkids' breakfast the day after Thanksgiving from the leftovers. They felt quite special having individual little pies of their own.
A delicious different way of serving ordinary potaotes starting out with mashed potatoes, which is a recipe originated with the Pa German community. A real pleaser enjoyed by all who I have served it…
This pie is so good, that I would eat less dinner to make sure I had room for pie! So creamy and rich! This recipe makes 6 pies but you can divide it to make 2.
Instead of using the regular bread crumbs, try using Panko Japanese bread crumbs. They are found in the oriental food section. You will find it is crispier even after you cook them and also adds a totally…
This dish was inspired by my mom who in my opinion is the best cook in the whole world. It is so simple and easy to prepare that it will dress up any meat as a side dish. My teenage sons also cook this…
I've been trying to stay on a low-calorie diet and still eat interesting food so I made this Mediterranean Turkey Sandwich for lunch. Hope you like the flavors.
My mother made this recipe often for us kids when we were growing up, and it was one of our all time favorites. After making it I am sure you will see why!
This elaborate turkey dish is worthy of your Thanksgiving table or any other special occasion. This elaborate turkey dish is worthy of your Thanksgiving table or any other special occasion.
Growing up Italian, ricotta and mozzarella cheeses were a staple in our home. This delicious baked ziti recipe is a family favorite for holidays and just any day.
This meal is super easy. The light yet unexpected smoky flavor of these stuffed pork chops will please the entire family! They make a lovely presentation for company too!
This is definitely a cheap meal. It is great to make when you have a lot of company. If the yellow and orange peppers aren't on sale, get the green ones - no big deal. Also, buy sausage in bulk and freeze.
This is so pretty -- A seedless orange cut into a cup, filled with a sweet potato souffle mixture and baked until puffy and brown. A marshmallow on top is optional.
This fudge recipe is so easy, kids can make it! My grandkids love it. It has a nice rich taste without being too sweet. I can't keep enough of it around!
This delicious cranberry sauce was given to me by a friend whose grandmother was an Ojibwa Indian. She made it for them whenever there was fresh game for the table. You'll never use canned sauce again.