There is something magical about German Christmas markets: The colors, the lights, the sounds, the displays, the huge selection of hand-crafted goods, delicious foods, and intoxicating aromas. Time seems to stand still in this setting and you can easily lose yourself for … Continue reading →
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries, Bacon & Balsamic Reduction
Few dishes spark more intense feelings at the Thanksgiving and Christmas table than Brussels sprouts. A close runner up is probably sweet potato casserole - you know, the stuff with the brown sugar and marshmallows on top? I've always hated that stuff. But my parents and … Continue reading →
Best Gluten Free Gingerbread Cookies
I've been cutting back on our family's gluten intake the past few months and so have been experimenting with more gluten free baking. During the Christmas season it's always a tradition to make and decorate gingerbread cookies with our kids and I went for a gluten free … Continue reading →
Classic Cranberry Sauce
The holidays simple aren't complete without cranberry sauce - every dining table needs a bowl of it. Right? If you're like me I know what you're thinking: "Eww, cranberry sauce. That jelly-like gelatinous stuff that makes an unpleasant suction sound as it oozes its way … Continue reading →
Salmon with Cranberry Ginger Mustard Sauce + Sous Vide & Slow Cooker Giveaway!
I've teamed up with Hamilton Beach to bring you this delicious post! Last week I found an incredible deal on fresh cranberries at a roadside produce stand: 2-pound bags for $2. Our family are all avid smoothie drinkers and being the berry-maniacs we are, I grabbed 15 … Continue reading →
Cranberry Ginger Mustard Sauce
Cranberry sauce. Whether you love it or hate it, Thanksgiving and Christmas simply aren't the same without it. As a kid and teenager I used to avoid the stuff. You know, that thick gelatinous stuff that retains the shape of the can after it's unceremoniously dumped onto … Continue reading →
Bacon, Blue Cheese and Cranberry Cheese Ball with Pecans
Thank you to Food Should Taste Good for sponsoring this post! The cheese ball needs to make a comeback. But not as a repetition of history. No, the cheese balls of yesteryear deservedly earned a bad rap. You know the ones: A mass of sticky artificial orange … Continue reading →
Traditional Nürnberger Elisenlebkuchen (German Lebkuchen)
Lebkuchen go all the way back to 14th century Germany where they were created by Catholic monks. Prepared in monastery bakeries, Lebkuchen included honey, a variety of spices and nuts. These ingredients not only had symbolic religious meaning but were highly prized for … Continue reading →
White Chocolate Cranberry & Pistachio Ice Cream
I've teamed up with Cuisinart to bring you this post. My husband and I were destined to love ice cream. We both come from a family of ice cream lovers. Coincidentally, it was both sets of our grandfathers who were especially passionate about ice cream. Among other … Continue reading →
German Nussmakronen (Hazelnut Macaroons)
Another traditional German cookie enjoyed particularly during the Christmas season. These Hazelnut Macaroons have a fabulous texture with a very delicately crisp exterior and a delightfully chewy interior. Using just three ingredients, they're super easy and quick to make. … Continue reading →
How To Make a “Gourmet” Homemade Christmas Wreath & Simple Advent Wreath
I figured as long as I get the word "gourmet" in there, it's suitable for a food blog, right? … Continue reading →
Perfectly Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes
One of the cardinal rules of good potato au gratin is it cannot be dry. The cheesy cream sauce needs to ooze out. Not "run" out all over the plate in a big wet mess, but just slowly oooooze out. Here is the classic Creamy Potatoes Au Gratin at its best. … Continue reading →
Easy Green Bean Casserole From Scratch
Thank you to Del Monte and POPSUGAR SELECT for sponsoring this post! I don't know when or how or by whom the classic green bean casserole was invented, but whoever did should have a holiday named after them. Or at least a postage stamp, don't you think? I mean, the … Continue reading →
Mini Pumpkin Lattice Pies (baked inside the pumpkins!)
Yes, you read it right. These are mini pumpkin lattice pies INSIDE of mini pumpkins! Easy to make and it doesn't get any more adorable than this! … Continue reading →
Chili In A Pumpkin
Growing up my mom would make some fabulous meals inside of pumpkins during the Autumn season. It was always fun to lift off the lid and scoop the food out along with some of that beautiful orange pumpkin flesh. I've adopted the tradition in my own family and this year … Continue reading →
Creamy Mashed Parsnips & Potatoes with Horseradish
Here is a delicious alternative to your standard mashed potatoes. Creamy with the sweet flavor of parsnip and the spiciness of horseradish. A lovely side dish! … Continue reading →
Classic Gingerbread Cookies
Classic Gingerbread Cookies. There's a reason why these have been a Christmas tradition for eons. They're so much fun to make! … Continue reading →
Cranberry (or Cherry) Almond Streusel Cake
Cranberries, another highly nutritious "superfruit", are nestled in this moist butter and sour cream-based streusel cake along with ground almonds and a hint of orange. This cake was no sooner placed on the cake platter than it was stampeded by the clatter of eager forks … Continue reading →
