This can be a fun holiday time dessert. Serve with apple and pear slices.  Yields approximately 1 1/2 cups You’ll Need · 2 egg yolks, beaten · ½ cup packed brown sugar · ½ cup granulated sugar · ¼ cup butter · ½ cup water1 teaspoon vanilla Directions...

Looking for a breakfast for the out of town holiday guests? Try this make ahead French toast You’ll Need · 12 eggs · 2 cups milk · 1 teaspoon lemon rind · 1 teaspoon sugar · 1 teaspoon vanilla · ½ teaspoon salt · ¼ teaspoon cinnamon · 8...

Looking for a special gift for that special someone? Make some chocolate truffles for them!  Truffles: 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (or another) 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter 1 pound dark or bittersweet chocolate, cut into small pieces Coating: 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1/8 cup confectioner’s...

This is the perfect meal for lunch the day after Thanksgiving.  You’ll Need 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup finely chopped peeled carrots 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3 cups chicken stock 1 (6-ounce) package long grain and wild rice 1 cup chopped cooked chicken or turkey 3 tablespoons sherry Directions In...

Despite the fact that Dottie’s pie has displaced my mom’s pumpkin pie as the fairest in the land, she and Dottie still speak. Actually, mom has given up the old ways of cooking with sweetened condensed milk, and adopted this recipe. So much for that old saw about old dogs...

Apples are in season! This is a nice dessert for the Thanksgiving spread.  You’ll Need  5 medium apples sliced and peeled 1/2 cup brown sugar ¾ cup oats ¾ cup flour 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 stick butter, softened ¼ cup apple juice, or water Directions Preheat...

This is a fun dish to share at a work potluck or even for a holiday themed brunch. You’ll Need: 1 cup flour ½ cup whole wheat flour ½ cup sugar ¾ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda A pinch of allspice ¼ teaspoon salt...

This is another great side dish to complement the Thanksgiving feast. But it also works perfectly for a side dish year round too. You’ll Need 4 small unpeeled sweet potatoes ½ cup golden raisins 2 Tablespoons brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained 2...

This is a unique way to make turkey in the crock pot. Use it for a holiday party or even for an easy to prepare meal during this time of year. You’ll Need: 4 pounds turkey breast 1 Tablespoon salt 2 large onions Garlic powder Paprika Directions: Two days...

A great way to take advantage of the acorn squash that is in season. This could work well for a holiday party that you decide to host. This main course is presented in such a striking way too! You’ll Need 2 acorn squash, medium 1 pound lean ground beef 1 ½ teaspoons salt plus...