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December 11, 2023

Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries

  This melted Brie with toasted almonds & cranberries is a favorite holiday appetizer and has been for many years.   It is full of flavor, and actually super simple to make.   Ingredients for the Melted Brie with Toasted Almonds & Cranberries To make this appetizer, gather the following items:  1 small wheel of Brie (usually 8 oz), slivered almonds, dried cranberries, and a small amount of honey.  When serving,…
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baked finnish bread on a baking pan, garnished with slivered almonds
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December 9, 2023

Finnish Bread

This is a delightfully rich and sweet Finnish style bread, and is a holiday staple from our childhood.  Our mom would make this bread for friends, neighbors, and our teachers as Christmas gifts, and of course she would always make some for us to enjoy over the holiday season.  We always enjoyed warmed up, with butter, for breakfast. Finnish Bread Ingredients For this delicious Finnish bread recipe, you will need 2…
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Cinnamon & Raisin Pinwheel baked with glaze drizzled over the top, garnished with strawberries
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December 7, 2023

Cinnamon Raisin Pinwheel

This raisin cinnamon pinwheel is a baked delight that we have enjoyed at the holidays for many years.   We think it is best served  sliced, warm, and with a spread of butter.   Cinnamon Raisin Pinwheel Ingredients This recipe results in two cinnamon raisin pinwheels.  For the making the dough, you will need yeast, water, scalded milk, sugar, butter, flour, 2 eggs, and salt.  A special note on yeast, make…
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A glass of prepared Elderflower & Lime Prosecco next to a bottle of St. Germain Liqueur, 1 lime, and lime shavings
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December 5, 2023

Elderflower & Lime Prosecco

While we all love a fresh glass of bubbly, this is a fun spin.  By adding just a touch of Elderflower liqueur and freshly grated lime zest, this Prosecco takes on a whole new life.  This celebratory beverage was introduced to me by my sister-in-law one Christmas time in France.  We enjoyed large wine glasses full of this delicious concoction on Christmas Eve.   Elderflower & Lime Prosecco Ingredients All…
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Christmas tree cookies decorated with icing and sprinkles on a round white plate
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December 4, 2023

Gingerbread Cookies

These gingerbread cookies are the perfect holiday treat and making them is a favorite tradition for our family.  Add frosting, sprinkles, and/ or candy decorations or they are delicious just plain as well.  Ingredients For Gingerbread Cookies From the pantry, you will need flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, dark brown sugar and vanilla.  The spices in this recipe include ground ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg.  In…
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Prepared coffee drink topped with whipped cream, alongside the Dorda brand chocolate Liqueur, and Vanilla Spiced coffee creamer
Chocolate Liqueur Coffee BreakfastChristmasCold Weather ComfysDrinksEasterValentines
October 25, 2023

Chocolate Liqueur Coffee

One of life's great combinations is chocolate and coffee.  If you agree, you'll have to try this chocolate liqueur coffee. This is a fun and fancy homemade coffee for which you don't have to leave the house.  We love having these ingredients on hand for guests or to make a special coffee drink during a slow Sunday morning. The Ingredients You will want to brew an extra strong coffee (4…
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coffee creamer prepared in a glass bottle alongside a fresh cup of coffee, topped with whipped cream and cinnamon
Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer BreakfastChristmasCold Weather ComfysDrinksEasterValentines
October 24, 2023

Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer

This spiced vanilla coffee creamer is inspired by our dear sister in law, and it is truly comfort in a cup.  An incredible way to start the day and also makes visitors feel especially welcome.  Try this amazing, yet super simple,  homemade coffee creamer.  You will not be disappointed! Spiced Vanilla Coffee Creamer Ingredients All you will need for this unforgettable delight is 2 cups of your choice milk (whole,…
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4 champagne flutes filled with champagne and creme de cassis and garnished with raspberries.
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August 9, 2023

Kir Royal

Kir Royal: A Classy Celebration Aperitif Not only is this champagne based cocktail delicious but it is gorgeous as well.  We enjoy this Kir Royal cocktail when celebrating a special occasion with friends.  Adding just a little splash of flavor to your bubbly (Champagne if from France and Sparkling Wine from anywhere else) offers color and a nuanced sweetness that is refreshing and delightful. What is the Kir Royal Aperitif?…
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super sized cinnamon roll in a white pie dish after baking
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May 25, 2023

Super-Sized Cinnamon Roll

Best Holiday Breakfast Tradition This is our best holiday breakfast tradition! Making a giant, supersized cinnamon roll with my kids in preparation for Christmas or Easter morning has quickly become one of the most anticipated holiday events in our house. We have also made it for birthdays as a fun morning treat.  This giant cinnamon roll  has all of the delicious flavor of individual cinnamon rolls but with a visual…
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