As far as Thanksgiving green bean sides go, cooked to a golden crisp, these Oven Roasted Orange Pecan Green Beans, are far from ordinary. Not even close!With our cherished food holiday just a handful of days away, I thought I’d better throw out a new, quick and easy recipe for one of my favorite Thanksgiving green bean … [Read more...]
Pecan Crusted Acorn Squash with Crispy Sage Leaves
This warmly spiced Pecan Crusted Acorn Squash with Crispy Sage Leaves is the ideal Thanksgiving side dish. It's full of comforting fall flavors, and it will be a beautiful addition to your holiday table. Pecans and acorn squash are a spectacular combination!When people ask me to describe my site, I typically say that … [Read more...]
Spiced Buttermilk Roasted Apple Muffin Recipe
This Spiced Buttermilk Roasted Apple Muffin recipe is the essence of fall. These muffins are warmly spiced, full of tender, sweet apples, and are as comforting as can be!Imagine, if you will, something between luscious apple pie and warm apple cake. That's exactly what this Spiced Buttermilk Roasted Apple Muffin … [Read more...]
The Everything Cookie
The Everything Cookie might just be the most unique cookie I've ever made. And the most delicious!You might be thinking The Everything Cookie is similar to a "Kitchen Sink" cookie. You know, the cookies you throw everything into (M & M's, oats, raisins, nuts, etc.)? Think again. Think The Everything … [Read more...]
Spiced Pumpkin Double Roasted Granola Recipe
This Spiced Pumpkin Granola is everything you want in a fall inspired breakfast! It's full of warming spices, it's sweet, it's hearty, and oh-so-delicious!When we're talking about recipes, let's be honest, the word "pumpkin" doesn't really sound as delicious without the word "spiced" before or after it. In the … [Read more...]
Brown Butter Praline Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
I love a delicious pecan praline recipe, and this one is fantastic! With ground pecans, brown butter and chocolate in the cookie dough, these Praline Chocolate Chip Cookies are a mouthful of heaven! Bite-sized, they're perfect to bring to a party, or to much on for a delightful, sweet snack. I made these super rich, … [Read more...]
Sweet & Savory Cheddar Potato Bites with Cranberry-Pecan Caramelized Onions
I used to feel like Thanksgiving wouldn't be the Thanksgiving I knew and loved, if we didn't celebrate in the home I grew up in. The home my parents still live in, and where most of the Thanksgivings of my life were spent. My parents' home invites Thanksgiving like no other. The whole family filled the living … [Read more...]
Red Wine Braised Chestnuts and Pearl Onions
Thanksgiving sides with chestnuts are truly something special! And these Red Wine Braised Chestnuts are a beautiful blend of ingredients and will dress up your feast. One of my most cherished food memories is when I'd open the front door to my house and immediately take in the incredible aroma of my mom sautéing … [Read more...]
Pecan Crusted, Salted, Spiced Caramel Pumpkin Pie {Gluten-Free Recipe}
With Halloween only days away, and pumpkins on my mind, I'm preparing my Thanksgiving menu! This is no an ordinary pumpkin pie, my friends. This is the yummiest pumpkin pie ever! It's delightfully smooth and incredibly rich . . . and the flavor is beyond belief! Am I building up the hype here too much? … [Read more...]
Holiday Hors D’Oeuvre Party – 2011
People ask me for catering recommendations all the time. I always say the same thing -- Garrick & Miller Fine Catering (mrsjam30@aol.com)! Always! Their food is unbelievably delicious and simply beautiful. And they happen to be two of the loveliest people I know! While Grrick & Miller cater all types … [Read more...]
