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Peppermint Frosted Sugar Cookies
By carmen-2
Peppermint Frosted Sugar Cookies, a soft cookie similar to the ones you find in the grocery store, frosted with a h...
- COOKIE:
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- 2 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt*
- 6 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- PEPPERMINT FROSTING:
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
- Pinch salt
- 6 tablespoons heavy cream
- Food coloring, if desired
- Colored sprinkles and crushed candy canes for decoration
Katie Lee's Cornbread Stuffing
By wing118677
I made this for Thanksgiving and everyone loved it! To save time, i prepared the cornbread a couple of days prior s...
- HERB BUTTER:
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for the baking dish
- 3 tablespoons fresh sage, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
- Kosher salt & freshly ground pepper
- STUFFING:
- 2 large onions, finely diced
- 3 celery stalks, finely diced
- 9 cups cubed cornbread (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- Kosher salt & freshly ground pepper
Slow-Cooker Corn Chowder
By CarolineNGa
There is nothing quite like a steaming bowl of Slow-cooker Corn Chowder, which comes together in no time at all and...
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
- 3 cups peeled and cubed russet potatoes
- 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups frozen whole kernel corn
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon snipped fresh thyme
- 4 slices bacon, crisp-cooked, drained, and crumbled
- fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Gingerbread Muffins
By PineyCook
Yum! These delicious Gingerbread Muffins may be dipped in or drizzled with a sweet glaze
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 egg
- 1 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Spinach-Parmesan Dip
By EricS52
Spinach-Parmesan dip can satisfy even the pickiest eater! The best thing about this recipe is that it cooks in your...
- nonstick cooking spray
- 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 1 (14-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise or salad dressing
- 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend, shredded
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Lemon Drop Jello Shots
By Dglmedia
Arguably the most beautiful jello shot, these lemon drop shots will surely wow your guests
- 8 lemons, large
- 2 (3-ounce) packages lemon Jell-O
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup citrus vodka
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup ice cold water
Holiday Brunch Torte
By smclane
Serve this stunning brunch dish with fresh melon slices and strawberries, orange juice, champagne and flavored coff...
- 1 (15 oz) package Pillsbury All Ready Refrigerated Pie Crusts
- 4 ounces (1 cup) Cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
- 3/4 pound cooked ham, thinly sliced, divided
- 1 1/2 cups unpeeled red potatoes, thinly sliced, divided
- 1 medium onion, sliced, divided
- 1 (9 ounce) package Green Giant Harvest Fresh Frozen Spinach, thawed and squeezed between paper towels to drain
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Crack Green Beans
By PineyCook
Crack Green Beans will have even the pickiest eater begging for seconds
- 5 (8-ounce) cans of green beans, drained
- 12 slices bacon, chopped, cooked to crisp and drained
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 7 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
Strawberry, Mango & Rose Pavlova
By LRay
Strawberry, Mango & Rose Pavlova, a decadent, sweet and scrumptious treat
- 6 egg whites
- 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
- Pinch salt
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon rose water or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 4 cups sliced mango and strawberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 cups whipping cream
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- Edible pink rose petals
Pomegranate Moscow Mule
By ROBandSEAN
This refreshing twist on the classic vodka and ginger beer cocktail is perfect for the holiday season! Garnish with...
- GINGER LIME SUGAR:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of half a lime
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
- POMEGRANATE MOSCOW MULE:
- 2.5 ounces 100% pomegranate juice
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice (reserve the lime wedges)
- Ice cubes
- 6 ounces ginger beer (Fever-Tree Premium Ginger Beer is great!)
- Pomegranate arils, for garnish
Creamy Potato Salad
By hanley89
Classic potato salad recipe that is perfect for picnics, barbecues or any time!
- 3 1/2 pounds potatoes, cut into 1/2" cubes
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup cooked crispy thick cut, bacon, chopped
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped, or 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 to 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh ground pepper, to taste
- 1 to 2 teaspoons ground mustard
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
By á-2710
Shrimp wrapped in bacon is noteworthy enough, but adding some hot sauce to the mix takes it to a whole other level
- 1/2 pound shrimp
- 3/4 cup hot sauce
- 5 slices center-cut bacon, thinly sliced
- Blue cheese or ranch dressing, for dipping, optional
- Sliced green onions, for garnish, optional
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