Tag: Holiday recipes

Slices of this Festive 5 Star Amaretto Fruitcake are spread out across a tray. The cake is packed with cherries and nuts.

Festive 5 Star Amaretto Fruitcake

I’m on a mission to convert as many fruitcake haters as possible with this Festive 5 Star Amaretto Fruitcake recipe. Packed with cherries, dates, candied pineapple and pecans, this delightful, holiday dessert is finished in a blend of Amaretto and golden rum. Fruitcake. Where do I even begin. This dense […]

No-bake Make-ahead Sage Stuffing

Easy No-bake Make-Ahead Sage Stuffing

Thanksgiving prep doesn’t get any easier than this recipe for Easy No-bake Make-Ahead Sage Stuffing. Make this stove top stuffing recipe the night before and reheat before serving. Simple and delicious! If you’re looking for an easy homemade stuffing recipe – one that’s a lighter, easier version of an old […]

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Do Thanksgiving Like a Boss!

This year, let’s Do Thanksgiving Like a Boss! I’ve heard it said that the best hosts make everything look easy and stylish. Even if you don’t have a small scullery army assisting you with preparations, you still have a formidable arrow in your kitchen quiver. Project management skills, baby! Let’s conserve […]

A porcelain gravy boat sits atop an antique linen serving towel and a rustic platter. Fresh thyme sprigs and a small ladle rest next to it. Silky smooth, warm and inviting is this Easy classic herb and sherry gravy inside the boat. A delicious pairing with mashed potatoes.

Easy Classic Herb and Sherry Gravy

This year, claim your title as the gravy master with this smooth and perfectly seasoned recipe for Easy Classic Herb and Sherry Gravy. It’s Thanksgiving Day. The cooks are standing around the kitchen nervously looking at each other to see who will either volunteer or be “voluntold” to make the […]

Perfect Chive and Horseradish Mashed Potatoes. Slices of herb crusted roast chicken, generously drizzled with gravy provide the background for these perfectly seasoned mashed potatoes. In the center of the potatoes is a generous portion of gravy - nearly ready to spill over the edge onto the plate.

Perfect Chive and Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

Level up your Thanksgiving dinner with this recipe for Perfect Chive and Horseradish Mashed Potatoes. Once you try them, they’ll become your new favorite side. If you’ve ever wondered, “How can I make my mashed potatoes better?” you’ll like the layers of flavor the chive and horseradish bring to these […]

A beautifully roasted chicken sits center of a white marble cutting board. The skin looks crisp and delicious. The herb rub is generously sprinkled across the skin.

Easy 5-Minute Homemade Herb Rub

This recipe for Easy 5-Minute Homemade Herb Rub is fast and oh, so delicious! If you’re hosting for the holidays you need this mix on hand. Even if you’re not, you’ll still want to add this rub to your spice rack. Although I love the mashed potatoes, gravy and other […]

A beautiful serving dish of Easy MOstly Bakes Signature Cranberry Relish boasts slices of mandarin oranges, black currants, nuts, celery and cranberries.

Easy MOstly Bakes Signature Cranberry Relish

Easy MOstly Bakes Signature Cranberry Relish features tart cranberries beautifully balanced by sweet oranges, currants, walnuts and celery. This homemade cranberry sauce recipe will have your family begging you to make a double batch! Check out this short video on how to make this Easy MOstly Bakes Signature Cranberry Relish. […]