Pear Custard Pie
Sweet pears in an eggy vanilla custard, Pear Custard Pie is a quick and tasty recipe that is perfect for a holiday brunch or light dessert. Do your holidays go…
Read moreHoliday Shortbread Balls (Melting Moments Makeover)
Lightly sweet, melt-in-the-mouth Melting Moments get a classic cookie makeover, turning them into Holiday Shortbread Balls. It was an old cookie recipe of my mother’s. She made it every Christmas–high…
Read moreLate Harvest Sangria
With warm notes from citrus & cloves, plus a fall fruitiness from pears & apple brandy, this Late Harvest Sangria is perfect for the holidays or all winter. I usually…
Read morePeppermint Brownie Madeleines
These Peppermint Brownie Madeleines combine dark chocolatey flavor with a unique combo of light, chewy and crunchy. Is it a cake or a cookie? I resisted buying a madeleine pan…
Read morePoached Pear Salad with Goat Cheese
Pears, poached in red wine and cinnamon, add a festive touch to this Poached Pear Salad topped with goat cheese, pistachio nuts and pomegranate seeds. I am a serious pear…
Read moreCoquito: Coconut Eggnog or Not Eggnog
One. Last. Treat. Coquito… Coconut eggnog. ‘Cause one kind of eggnog is never enough. It’s been quite the holiday eat-a-thon, err, season. With out-of-state college kids home for the holidays,…
Read moreA Big Green Party and Salmon Phyllo Cups
Yes you can serve super easy and elegant Salmon Phyllo Cups on compostable plates! Have yourself a greener holiday party today! Whew, it’s been a busy week—full of holiday festivities!…
Read morePear Gingerbread Upside-Down Cake
With sweet pears and spicy gingerbread, this Pear Gingerbread Upside-Down Cake is a perfect holiday treat. Even better with ice cream and caramel sauce! Life has been crazy. In…
Read moreChocolate Mascarpone Pie – 4 Ingredients
Rich and chocolatey with a chocolate cookie crust, this Chocolate Mascarpone Pie is quick and easy and perfect for any occasion. Every year, I bring pies for Thanksgiving. My brother…
Read moreCranberry Glazed Pork Chops
Cranberry Glazed Pork Chops are elegant and “comfy” at the same time. The savory pork and glistening berries make it a perfect dish for Valentine’s Day or Christmas dinner. What…
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