We usually have this hearty bread for breakfast on Thanksgiving, to pace ourselves! It’s a great way to start the day, with Thanksgiving flavors wrapped up in a nut loaf.
Cranberry Orange Bread w/Cheddar Cheese, Nuts (Thanksgiving?!)
Posts Tagged: Holiday
Pumpkin Pie w/Simple Ingredients- Perfect Crust, Not Soggy!
I’ve “had” to make this pie every Thanksgiving for years. “Had” to, because the kids love it so much! (I personally just need some pecan pie, and I’m a happy camper.) Partially bake the pie crust before-hand, and use the microwave (or stove-top) to get the filling ingredients (except eggs) up to temperature; a moist,…
Green Bean “Casserole”, All Natural
Fresh green beans & caramelized onion, topped w/almonds for crunch make for a gluten-free, healthy version of “green bean casserole”. No MSG from canned stuff, either!
Easy Cranberry Chutney (Like on the Bag, but Classier)
It’s time to prepare for Thanksgiving, and this is an easy, do-ahead recipe for cranberry chutney. Similar to the simple recipe on the bag o’ cranberries, only classier.
Thanksgiving Gravy (Make some stock ahead & Make it Easy!)
Lots of folks are a bit nervous about making gravy. My aunt asked for my help with her gravy one year. The scary thing was, she only had “wondra flour”, which was not a good choice for gravy!
Persimmon Bread, New Deli Seasonal Fave!
Put squishy persimmons to work in this delicious (decadent) nut bread. Perfect for holiday gatherings, or for gifts! The New Deli crew starts craving this every autumn…
Traditional Pecan Pie (but More Pecans)- Easy Double Recipe
I rarely consume corn syrup in any form, but I’ll save my yearly ration to eat it all in this pie. Honey or maple syrup will substitute if necessary, but this pie is so worth it as is.
Christmas Crafts for Small Kids: Cinnamon Ornaments
Over 25 years ago, I received a darling Christmas ornament our son had made with his Kindergarten teacher. The craft project uses a simple blend of glue, cinnamon, and water, & lasts for years. Such a keepsake!
Quinoa Pumpkin Bread- W/Fresh-Grated Pumpkin, Gluten-free
Skip canned pumpkin- use grated pumpkin, plus soaked, processed quinoa. Gluten-free, healthy eating for the fall season! (Use leftover grated pumpkin in soups, pasta.)
Pumpkin Streusel: Easy Holiday Dessert, Healthy Style
Skip the typical box mix used in many streusel toppings; make homemade box cake mix to top this pumpkin custard. No pie crust to roll out- easy AND delicious!
