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Cherry & Apricot Crostata with Ricotta Filling
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
Who knew that Cherries & Apricots are a match made in heaven? Crostatas are very easy to make
- For the crust:
- 1 stick or 1/2 cup cold butter
- 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (I use King Arthur Brand)
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
- For the filling:
- 1 cup ricotta
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 Tablespoon orange zest
- For the fruit:
- 20 about 20 cherries, pitted
- 3-4 apricots, pitted and sliced
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch (or 1 teaspoon clear jel)
- 1/4 tsp almond extract (optional, but my favorite)
- 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons apricot or peach jam (optional)
- coarse sugar (for a delicious crunch on the dough)
- 1 egg, beaten and mixed with water
- powdered sugar, for dusting
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake
By á-43062
Peanut butter and chocolate are a classic dessert duo, but they really shine in this no-bake recipe
- 10 graham crackers
- 7 tablespoons melted butter
- 24 ounces cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips, melted
- 2 cups peanut butter, melted
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
Eggnog Monkey Bread
By á-160091
Eggnog is an essential part of the Christmas season! This eggnog monkey bread is a great way to add festive flavors...
- EGGNOG DRIZZLE:
- 1 (16.3-ounce) can Pillsbury Grands Homestyle Biscuits
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
- 3 tablespoons eggnog
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
Gingerbread Turtle Thumbprint Cookies
By carvalhohm
Gingerbread turtle thumbprint cookies are easy to make and delicious! These cookies will have everyone coming back
- 1 (30-ounce) roll refrigerated gingerbread cookies
- 2/3 cup all purpose flour
- 2 egg whites, beaten
- 2 cups finely chopped walnuts
- 1 cup dulce de leche or caramel dessert topping
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Potato Kugel Gratin
By kimvess
The matzo meal in this Potato Kugel Gratin recipe is the key to that golden-browned crust
- 4 teaspoons coarse salt, plus 1/4 teaspoon, divided
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus 1/4 teaspoon, divided
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing baking dish
- 3 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, about 6 large potatoes
- 5 shallots, thinly sliced, about 9-ounces
- 3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
- 5 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsalted matzo meal
- flaky sea salt, such as Maldon, to taste, for serving
Eggnog Jello Shots
By VegasBartender
Now your favorite egg nog is a Jello shot! Perfect for holiday entertaining
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 packet Knox unflavored gelatin
- 3/4 cup vanilla or whipped cream vodka
- 1/4 cup amaretto
- 12 small plastic shot glasses
- 12 cinnamon sticks
- Whipped cream (go for the can in this instance)
- Nutmeg or cinnamon (for sprinkling on top)
Christmas Morning Cinnamon Rolls
By OmenTrance
Start a new tradition this holiday season with this cinnamon roll recipe
- 1 (2.25-ounce) package active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water brought to 110°F
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Glühwein, Spiced Austrian & German Holiday Mulled Wine
By á-10847
Glühwein is a traditional Christmas drink in Germany and Austria that's very similar to mulled wine, just the thin
- 500 milliliter red wine, about 2 1/4 cups
- 100 milliliter water, about 1/2 cup
- 1 (about 2.25-inches long) Cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise
- 1/2 vanilla bean
- pinch nutmeg
- 1 orange
- 10 cloves
- sugar to taste
Popcorn Toffee Crack Bars
By á-61574
These popcorn toffee crack bars are a deliciously unique treat! Make them a few days ahead for a stress-free desser
- Nonstick vegetable oil spray
- 15 graham crackers
- 4 cups popped popcorn (from 1/4 cup kernels)
- 1 cup salted, roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
- 3/4 cup puffed rice cereal
- 1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper (optional)
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate or chocolate chips, chopped (about 6-ounces)
- Flaky sea salt (for serving)
Vegan Green Chili & Lentil Tamales
By jacewildman
Looking for a great vegan recipe? Try these healthy and delicious Green Chili and Lentil Tamales
- FILLING:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 small onion, diced fine
- 1 (15-ounce) can lentils, drained
- 1 vegan "beef" bouillon cube
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 (16-ounce) green chili (I love the stuff from KingsChefDiner.com)
- 1/2 cup frozen sweet corn
- TAMALE:
- 4 cups masa
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup coconut oil, melted
- 3 vegan "beef" bouillon cubes dissolved into 3 cups of water
- 1 (16-ounce) package dried corn husks
Snowman Mini Donuts
By á-30663
So easy and so cute! These snowmen are made from mini donuts
- Mini Powdered Donuts
- Candy Corn (or orange M&Ms)
- Mini Chocolate Chips
- White Frosting
Friendship Soup Mix Gift in a Jar
By WhystleStop
What a great idea! Use this wonderful 'staple' to keep or gift for a cold, gray day
- 1/2 cup dry split peas
- 1/4 cup pearl barley
- 1/2 cup brown rice
- 1/2 cup lentils
- 1/4 cup dehydrated onion, minced
- 4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup whole wheat small pasta
- 1-quart Mason jar with lid
- 6-inch circle of a Christmas print or fun print cotton material
- several cotton balls to create a soft rounded lid
- 2 small clear cellophane bags or zippered plastic bags for the seasoning and the pasta
- A blank recipe card or sheet of paper to include the directions to prepare the soup
- Red or green curling ribbon
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