This vibrant roasted red pepper & walnut dip, known as muhammara, makes for the most delicious Christmas appetizer. It has just enough spice and tons of rich flavor. Full of sweet roasted red peppers, toasted walnuts & grainy bread, bright lemon, tangy pomegranate molasses, and bold spices. It gets pulsed up until creamy and topped with pomegranate seeds and chives. Serve it with toasted pita bread for a festive, flavorful start to your meal. Continue reading “Roasted Red Pepper & Walnut Dip (Muhammara)”
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Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Cider Syrup
Brussels sprouts have become a staple on every holiday table, so why not make them the very best they can be!? Shaved brussels sprouts with bacon & cider syrup – quickly sautéed sprouts, crispy bacon, caramelized shallot, lots of lemon, crumbled manchego cheese, roasted hazelnuts, and a drizzle of sweet cider syrup. All the best flavors in one side dish!
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Hot Cocoa Cookies
The countdown to Christmas is on, and these hot cocoa cookies will get us in the festive mood! Soft, chewy chocolate cookies topped with a melted marshmallow and more chocolate. They’re really simple cookies that have such an incredibly rich chocolate flavor. Everyone will love them! Continue reading “Hot Cocoa Cookies”
Cranberry & Prosciutto Ricotta Toast
Festive cranberry & prosciutto ricotta toast for the holiday season! Slices of bread toasted in olive oil, topped with creamy ricotta cheese that’s been flavored with honey and fresh sage, spiced cranberry jam, and salty prosciutto. You could eat this as a sweet and savory breakfast or appetizer! Continue reading “Cranberry & Prosciutto Ricotta Toast”
Balsamic Caramelized Radicchio with Grapes & Gorgonzola
A simple side dish for your Christmas menus: balsamic caramelized radicchio with grapes & gorgonzola. The radicchio is pan-seared in olive oil then roasted with red onions and balsamic vinegar until tender and caramelized. It gets topped with jammy grapes, tangy gorgonzola cheese, and a drizzle of honey. Something a little different than a traditional side dish, that’s just as tasty as it is beautiful! Continue reading “Balsamic Caramelized Radicchio with Grapes & Gorgonzola”
Roasted Garlic Parsnip Soup with Brown Butter Walnuts & Dates
Roasted garlic parsnip soup with brown butter walnuts & dates – a creamy, extremely flavorful soup to make all winter long. The soup is full of sweet roasted garlic, earthy parsnip, caramelized onion, bay leaf, and fresh thyme flavor. It’s really simple to make, has such a rich aroma, and made even better with a toasty brown butter drizzle, crunchy walnuts, and sticky dates. Continue reading “Roasted Garlic Parsnip Soup with Brown Butter Walnuts & Dates”
Gingerbread Pancakes with Spiced Syrup
Entering the holiday season with the coziest, most festive breakfast recipe: gingerbread pancakes with spiced syrup! The pancakes are soft and fluffy, speckled with warm winter spices, full of gingerbread flavor, and incredibly delicious. The spiced syrup drizzled over top adds even more sweet warmth. Top it all off with whipped cream, crushed gingerbread cookies, and powdered sugar…because every breakfast in December needs that “over the top” special touch. Continue reading “Gingerbread Pancakes with Spiced Syrup”
Herby Sausage & Fennel Stuffing
Sharing a last-minute herby sausage & fennel stuffing if you’re looking to try a new stuffing this year! This is my go-to stuffing, with classic flavor and lots of texture. It’s full of Italian sausage, caramelized onions & fennel, plenty of herbs, and a buttery pistachio & dried apricot topping…baked until golden and slightly crisp on top. Serve it with lots of gravy as the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table. Continue reading “Herby Sausage & Fennel Stuffing”
Mushroom Frittata with Asiago & Kale
A really simple mushroom frittata with asiago & kale. It’s a hearty breakfast that’s full of flavor and extremely comforting…perfect for Thanksgiving morning or any weekend throughout the fall and winter. Full of caramelized mushrooms, shallots, garlic, lots of kale, buttery asiago cheese, and fresh parsley. Simple, satisfying, and a great option for serving a crowd! Continue reading “Mushroom Frittata with Asiago & Kale”
Apple Butter and Melted Brie Tart
A Thanksgiving appetizer that’s as impressive as it is simple to make: apple butter and melted brie tart. You can use your favorite store-bought apple butter or if you’ve got the time, make my homemade (and extremely delicious) recipe. It’s slathered over puff pastry and then topped with slices of brie, fresh apple, bacon, and thyme. The tart gets baked until golden, cut into pieces, and served! Continue reading “Apple Butter and Melted Brie Tart”