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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
4.6/5 (14 Votes)

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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
4.4/5 (20 Votes)

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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
4.4/5 (21 Votes)

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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
4.4/5 (22 Votes)

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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
4.1/5 (28 Votes)

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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)
4/5 (46 Votes)

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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
4.2/5 (25 Votes)

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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
4.5/5 (17 Votes)

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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)
4.5/5 (11 Votes)

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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
4.3/5 (27 Votes)

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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
4.2/5 (25 Votes)

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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
4.3/5 (32 Votes)

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