Favorite Bourbon Pecan PieThis bourbon pecan pie is a touch more decadent than the normal holiday favorite. Using bourbon in place of vanilla adds a distinctive flavor. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Mix white sugar brown sugar and butter together in a bowl. Stir in corn syrup eggs and bourbon … [Read more…]
Easy Oven Pulled PorkThis no-fail pork recipe produces tender, moist, rich meat which can be used in sandwiches, tacos, stews, and pasta ragu. Set the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees C). Cut 8 tiny slits into the pork, each one about 1 1/2 inches deep, using a pairing knife. Each slit should contain … [Read more…]
Diablo ShrimpThis dish of angel hair pasta is spicy thanks to the shrimp that are cooked in butter and olive oil flavored with jalapeno peppers. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair at a boil stirring occasionally until cooked through yet firm to the bite 4 to 5 … [Read more…]
Gluten-Free Coconut MuffinsThese sweet and fluffy gluten-free muffins are made with coconut flour, coconut milk, and coconut flakes. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. Sift coconut flour together with baking powder salt and baking soda into a bowl and set aside. Whisk eggs coconut … [Read more…]
Cranberry Coffee CakeFresh cranberries, walnuts, and a sweet streusel topping make this cranberry coffee cake the ideal dessert for chilly winter days. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan. Combine flour sugar and salt in a bowl. Stir in cranberries and walnuts; toss to coat. Stir … [Read more…]
Homemade Wonton SoupPork wontons simmer in chicken broth with Chinese vegetables in this hearty and warming soup. Dice the green onions and set aside all but 1 tablespoon. Slice the mushrooms and set aside all but 1 tablespoon. Finely chop the 1 tablespoon of green onions and 1 tablespoon of sliced mushrooms and place in … [Read more…]
Corned Beef Dinner for St. Patrick’s DaySt. Patrick’s Day dinner isn’t complete without a crowd-pleasing corned beef dinner with tender vegetables and a homemade creamy sauce. Place corned beef in a 6-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot and pour in enough water to cover beef by 2 inches. Bring water to a boil skimming the … [Read more…]
Hasty PuddingThis is a quick, yummy recipe that makes it’s own hard sauce. Serve it with real cream. It’s an old German recipe my family has made for many holidays. Set oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees C). A 9-inch square baking pan should be greased. Mix the brown sugar, butter, and boiling water … [Read more…]
Sticky Toffee PuddingThe incredibly smooth texture of this sticky toffee pudding is the result of soaking finely chopped dates in hot tea. Combine dates and tea in a bowl and soak for 15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line with parchment paper. … [Read more…]
Pumpkin CocktailThis pumpkin cocktail made with pumpkin pie filling and spiced rum almost tastes like egg nog and is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner. Add pumpkin pie filling, spiced rum, half-and-half milk, cinnamon, and nutmeg to an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake with the lid on the shaker; pour into a martini glass.