holiday recipe

Triple Layer Peanut Butter Brownies

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These brownies were a big hit. They are rich, moist, and delicious – the trouble is it is hard to eat just one. This recipe uses a boxed brownie mix, but I am sure you could substitute your own brownie recipe in place of it. It takes a little bit of time to put it all together but it is well worth the effort. Triple Layer Peanut Butter Brownies Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Larry Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 60 mins Total time: 1 hour 15 mins Serves: 24 depending on size 3.4.3177 Adapted from Kraft Recipes  

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Brownies Recipe

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These Peanut Butter and Chocolate Brownies are moist, rich, and delicious. It takes a little bit of effort to put it all together but it is well worth it. This is a good size recipe so you will probably have some left to put in the freezer. This would also be a great recipe for a party or pot luck. Give these Peanut Butter and Chocolate Brownies a try. I’ll be you can’t stop eating just one. Peanut Butter and Chocolate Brownies Recipe Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Larry Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 35 mins Total time: 55 mins …

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Sweet Potato Pancakes Recipe

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This is pretty much a basic recipe leaving a lot of room to add additional spices, but I wanted to keep this recipe as quick and simple as possible. The recipe was prepared as written – I thought the end result was pretty good. Sweet Potato Pancakes Recipe Recipe Type: Breakfast Author: Larry Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 30 mins Serves: 12 3.4.3177 Adapted from Food.com

Black Forest Cream Cheese Pie

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Chocolate, cream cheese, whipped topping, and cherries forming a rich and delicious combination of flavors to create this Black Forest Cream Cheese Pie. Wow your Holiday guests – this Black Forest Cream Cheese Pie is quick and simple to put together. Black Forest Cream Cheese Pie Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Patricia Prep time: 20 mins Total time: 20 mins Serves: 1 pie 3.4.3177 Adapted from Taste of Home

S’mores Blossom Cookies Recipe

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What would the Holidays be without cookies? These S’ mores Blossom Cookies are delicious and have a perfect combination of flavors for the holiday season. This is a simple and quick recipe that makes 24 cookies depending on the size you make. Bake some of these cookies up for Christmas; you and your guests will love them.   S’ mores Blossom Cookies Recipe Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Larry Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 25 mins Total time: 45 mins Serves: 24 3.4.3177   Adapted from Cooks Country  

Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

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This Sweet Potato pie is rich, smooth, and delicious because the filling is cooked to perfection. In the past, over the holidays I have always prepared pumpkin pie, but because I have never had sweet potato pie I decided to give it a try. This pie was no disappointment; it’s delicious. If you have never had sweet potato pie, and are looking for a change, give this Sweet Potato Pie Recipe a try for the holidays. Sweet Potato Pie Recipe Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Patricia Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 40 mins Total time: 1 hour Serves: 1 pie …

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Brown-Sugar-Glazed Winter Squash

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Brown sugar and butter blazed over winter squash – absolutely delicious. Every year I look forward to the winter squash varieties with my favorite being the butternut because of its smooth texture. However, this recipe will work just as well for almost any winter squash. Brown-Sugar-Glazed Winter Squash Recipe Type: Side Dish Author: Larry Cook time: 60 mins Total time: 1 hour Serves: 2 3.4.3177 Adapted from Cooks Country Recipe Book

Buttermilk Cornmeal Drop Biscuits Recipe

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Drop biscuits are so easy to make – and if you have the right recipe they are delicious. These Buttermilk Cornmeal drop biscuits require very little prep time, and bake quickly, so you can have them to serve with your dinner in 15 minutes or less. Give them a try; they’re really good. Buttermilk Cornmeal Drop Biscuits Recipe Recipe Type: Appetiser Author: Larry Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 12 mins Total time: 17 mins Serves: 12 3.4.3177 Adapted from Cooks Country

15 Minute Chocolate Fudge Recipe

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This is the quickest and most simple Old-Fashioned Chocolate fudge recipe I have ever made, and the texture is almost perfect. The recipe is basically a combination of semi sweet chocolate, unsweetened chocolate, and sweetened condensed milk. This recipe makes 2 ½ pounds, so there is plenty to eat fresh, with left overs for the freezer. These chcolate fudge squares would make a wonderful Christmas gift for a special someone over the holidays! 15 Minute Chocolate Fudge Recipe Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Larry Prep time: 15 mins Total time: 15 mins Serves: 2 1/2 pounds 3.4.3177 Adapted from Cooks Country

Peach-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs

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When I first looked at this recipe I thought, It looks OK, but it was much better than that. The peach preserves, fresh peach, along with a little heat from a jalapeno and cayenne pepper turned this dish into a delicious combination of flavors. It does take a little time to prepare because of the brine time, but it is well worth the effort. Fire up the grill and give this one a try – it’s really good! Peach-Glazed Grilled Chicken Thighs Recipe Type: Grilling Author: Larry Prep time: 70 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 1 hour 30 …

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Ham Steak with Red-Eye Gravy

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My son has cooked this dish a number of times when he has been home for the Holidays and has the recipe posted on his Blog (blogchef.net). It is really good so I decided to put it on the supper menu for last night’s supper. This is a simple recipe that requires very little prep, and cooking time. The end result is a delicious ham steak dinner. If you don’t want to deal with a whole ham this would also be a great recipe for the Holidays. The next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe give …

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Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy

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I had a turkey in the freezer I wanted to use up so I decided to give this Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy recipe a try. This recipe has a little bit of work to it but once the prep is done it is pretty much a set it and forgets it for most of the afternoon. The breast comes out juicy and tender and the gravy is delicious over mashed potatoes. I listed the rosemary as optional because that spice is very dominant in the recipe. Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy Recipe Type: Main Author: Larry Prep time: 20 …

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Eggnog Pancakes Recipe

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Every holiday season I look forward to eggnog turning up in the grocery stores. If you like eggnog, here’s a delicious holiday breakfast treat. This is a basic pancake recipe incorporating the eggnog in place of the eggs and milk. Eggnog Pancakes Recipe Recipe Type: Breakfast Author: Larry Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 30 mins   3.3.3077  

Mashed Potato Cakes Recipe

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If you’re looking for a way to use up some of your leftover mashed potatoes from Thanksgiving Day, give this quick and simple Mashed Potato Cakes Recipe a try. This recipe just requires a few ingredients and makes a great side dish. Happy Thanksgiving!! Mashed Potato Cakes Recipe Recipe Type: Side Dish Author: Larry Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 10 mins Total time: 15 mins Serves: Makes 6 3.3.3077 Adapted from: epicurious.com Check out Minimalist Kitchen Inspiration: 10 Ways to Streamline by Nichole @ Who Goes Wear at Mode

Brown Sugar Glazed Butternut Squash Recipe

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Squash is supposed to be really good for you – and I guess it is until you add all the good stuff to it like brown sugar and butter, but it’s so good!! If you want a great recipe for a Thanksgiving Day side dish here it is. Brown Sugar Glazed Butternut Squash Recipe Recipe Type: Side Dish Author: Larry Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 45 mins Total time: 55 mins 3.3.3077 Adapted from cookscountry.com

Apple Cranberry Pie Recipe

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  This is a great combination of fall flavors with the tart cranberries offsetting the sweetness of the apples. Outside of the crust, this is a very simple recipe to put together. I cheated on this one and used a store bought pie crust. If you looking for a good pie recipe for the upcoming Thanksgiving Day holiday give this one a try; it’s really good. Adapted from ocean spray Apple Cranberry Pie Recipe Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Larry Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 55 mins Total time: 1 hour 10 mins Serves: one 9 inch pie 3.3.3077

Mexican Macaroni Salad Recipe

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With Labor Day approaching I thought this would be a good time to post another side dish recipe. This is a simple recipe to prepare and will feed a good size crowd. The recipe is mildly seasoned so if you want to heat it up a little bit, it should work out well; Jalapenos would be a good addition to this recipe. If you looking for a good side dish give this Mexican Macaroni Salad Recipe a try. This is a good recipe for pot luck, or a Labor Day picnic. Mexican Macaroni Salad Recipe Recipe Type: Side Dish Cuisine: …

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Gas Grill Smoked Pork Chops Recipe

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Adding smoked flavor to your grilled food can be a nice added touch. This Gas Grill-Smoked Pork Chops Recipe adds a nice lightly smoked flavor to the pork chops complimented by a delicious homemade barbeque sauce. The pork chops for this recipe are thick cut to allow enough time for the pork to absorb the smoked flavor before they are finished cooking. Fire up the grill, place a packet of soaked wood chips between the grate and the burner, and you are ready to create your own smoke flavoring using your gas grill. This is a simple recipe, and fairly …

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Best Ever Grilled Turkey Burgers Recipe

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With the 4th of July coming up at the end of the week I thought it would be a great time to post this Best Ever Grilled Turkey Burgers Recipe. This is a simple recipe that requires very few ingredients, almost no prep time, and cooks quickly, with the end result being delicious, juicy, burgers. I served these burgers on a grill-toasted bun with slices of tomato and Valeria onions. You can use your choice of condiments. Fire the grill this 4th of July and give this one a try. Best Ever Grilled Turkey Burgers Recipe Recipe Type: Grilling Author: …

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Steak Dry Rub Recipe

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Steaks on the grill are always a nice treat so when I ran across this spice rub recipe I decided to give it a try. I used this spice rub on ribeye steaks and they were delicious. This is a fairly large recipe so you will have spice mixture left over to use on future cook-outs. Wow, you guests this 4th of July with this spice rub recipe on your favorite cut of steak. I also used this recipe in a fish coating on our last fish fry by mixing 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture in all-purpose flour as …

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