2012 Thanksgiving Countdown
The Thanksgiving Dinner can be a challenge for even the best of us. Let’s face it, Thanksgiving is a feasting holiday. This is the dinner your guests have been waiting all year to enjoy. It’s a meal that needs to…
3 Easy Leftover Turkey Ideas
As soon as the whirlwind of cooking and feasting is over, what do you do with the leftovers? I actually love to have leftovers, especially at Thanksgiving. I always have an abundance of food prepared, being able to send some home…
Drunken Figs, appetizer and dessert
A couple of months ago I prepared a big batch of drunken figs. The figs have been happily soaking away in Brandy and are now ready to come out and play! And if you recall, a walnut was inserted into…
Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic and Lemon Thyme Butter
You have to serve mashed potatoes at Thanksgiving. There are all sorts of ways to prepare potatoes but on this turkey day, gravy poured over mashed potatoes is a must. I know, I’ve tried in years past to serve au…
Cranberry Salsa
I’m always thankful for simple, easy dishes that please everyone! Several years back I made this salsa on a whim to add another appetizer for Thanksgiving. I thought I’d throw in one more little something that didn’t require a lot…
Pumpkin and Amaretti Gnocchi
Coming together for a holiday certainly revolves around the food we eat; especially in Italian families and for all those food lovers out there! But there is also another important part that truly makes the holiday special. And that is…
Braised Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Pecans
Ever since roasting or braising of brussels sprouts became popular, this veggie has gained a lot of attention. Prior to it being boiled (to death) these little balls of mini cabbage were not pleasantly taken to. They certainly have earned…
Pumpkin Biscuits
A basket of freshly baked biscuits are always a welcome, special treat. I’m no Southern gal nor was I raised on biscuits but through the years I came to like making mine with self rising flour. Since I’ve been on…
Artichoke and Vegan Sausage Stuffing
I’ve been sharing my favorite recipes for this year’s Thanksgiving. There are so many different stuffing recipes out there using cornbread or wild rice, dried fruits and nuts. I probably have made just about every recipe there is over the years! …
Pumpkin Cranberry Bread and Cranberry Pecan Butter
On Thanksgiving morning I want to wake up knowing that my espresso is ready to be brewed and breakfast is only moments away. I’ve been busy prepping and planning for this day and one of the important things I do is…
