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Epiphany Ham
I wanted to cook a ham but didn't have the ingredients for my usual glaze recipe, so I made substitutions....
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Roasted Veggie Strudel
Roasted Brussels sprouts and potatoes go so well with bacon and Brie in my shortcut strudel. I leave potato skins...
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White Chocolate Cranberry-Orange Bars
This is my take on my mother's recipe for chocolate chunk bars, which she made every Christmas Eve. Our family...
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Maple-Orange Pear Crisp
In fall, my family loves to kick back after dinner and dig into big bowls of this spiced crisp. It...
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts & 3-Cheese Crostini
Brussels sprouts for a snack? Oh, yes. Combine these roasted goodies with cheese for the ultimate toast topper. —Athena Russell,...
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Figgy Apple Brie Tart
Our holiday gatherings often included baked Brie. I transformed it into a dessert that’s savory and sweet. It makes a...
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Eggnog Cream with Spiced Pecan Raisin Dunkers
I have a thing for eggnog and other creamy desserts like s’mores, pudding, mousses and dips. So I turned them...
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Parmesan Crisp Baked Apples
A dear friend and I wanted to make an easy apple crisp. We made a Parmesan filling, stuffed the apples...
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Corn & Onion Souffle
I swapped out my old cheese souffle for one with corn. If you’re souffle-challenged, it helps to use smaller ramekins...
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Apple-Cranberry Breakfast Risotto
Cranberries and apples are tart enough to balance the sweetness in this hearty dish that's fun for an after-presents breakfast...
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Creamy Root Veggie Soup
On chilly nights, we fill the pot with parsnips and celery root for a smooth, creamy soup. Garlic, bacon and...
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Vanilla Citrus Cider
My mom used to make cider for the holidays, so I based my citrus-vanilla variation on her recipe. I think...
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Gouda Mixed Potato Mash
Everything's better with cheese, right? This cheesy two-potato mash is no exception. If you cube the cheese, you’ll discover delicious...
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Spiced Hot Apple Cider
During cool-weather season, my husband and I take this soul-warming drink outside by the fire pit. Our house smells amazing...
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Pea Soup Shooters
Appetizers really don’t get any easier than this. These shooters can be made ahead, they’re colorful, and they won’t weigh...
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Cheesy Mashed Potato Cups
I double this mashed potato recipe for an extra batch to freeze. It’s a nice alternative to the standard potatoes...
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Spiced Tea Poached Pears
Pears are among my favorite fall fruits. This lovely dessert makes them especially spectacular. Easy elegance at its best—and that's...
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Butternut Squash Oven Risotto
Squash and beer make my risotto different and delicious. Plus, cooking it in the oven cuts down on hands-on time...
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Rich & Creamy Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
For special occasions (like my husband’s birthday dinners), I mash potatoes with cream cheese, sour cream and Parmesan. It's divine...
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Green Bean and Walnut Salad
Cranberries make this side dish delightfully Christmasy. Everyone will love the crunchy walnuts, too. —Deborah Giusti, Hot Springs, Arkansas
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Plum Conserve
My mouthwatering conserve is a versatile gift. It makes a lovely garnish for rolls during holiday feasts, is delicious paired...
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Maple-Glazed Parsnips on Kale
This recipe is special to me because it allows me to use delicious farm-fresh produce in a way my family...
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Sage-Apple Cider Bread
Who knew sage and apple cider would create such a fantastic bread? This versatile loaf that has just a hint...
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Brandy Pear Pie
I tapped into my French heritage for this recipe by incorporating Calvados, an apple brandy from the Normandy region of...
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Hazelnuts
What I love about this recipe is the mix of Brussels sprouts and hazelnuts. This flavorful combo is festive enough...
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Pecan-Stuffed Butternut Squash
I love autumn, when butternut squash is at its peak. This is one of my favorite ways to prepare it....
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Icebox Potato Rolls
These tender rolls are a family favorite, and we sometimes have more than 20 people around the table. Make the...
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Soft Cornmeal Cookies
Combining humble ingredients can sometimes result in a delicious treat. Use these versatile cookie as the base for ice cream...
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Fig-Carrot Stuffed Kabocha Squash
While searching for a new winter squash variety, I stumbled upon kabocha squash—it really wowed me. The flavor and texture...