No Thanksgiving table is complete without the turkey! I'm a fan of traditional poultry seasoning flavor; bring on the fresh sage! This recipe, however, adds onto that flavor profile with a delicious maple and bay basting sauce. The result is an incredible balance of herbs and gentle sweet maple. This turkey is the perfect recipe … Continue reading Roasted Maple Sage Turkey
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Thanksgiving Turkey Pie Design
Looking for a way to make a basic pumpkin pie more festive for Thanksgiving? Put a turkey on it! TIMESAVER TIP: You don't even have to make anything from scratch! This works great with refrigerated/frozen pie crust and a premade pie from the freezer section/bakery of your local grocery store. Just make sure, before you … Continue reading Thanksgiving Turkey Pie Design
No-Bake Cheesecake Hacks
Are you someone who doesn't bake but would love to impress this holiday season? I've got you covered! In this post, learn how to jazz up a store-bought, no-bake cheesecake in FOUR different ways that will leave your guests begging for seconds! First, buy a no-bake cheesecake. During the fall holidays, I love the Pumpkin … Continue reading No-Bake Cheesecake Hacks
Pomegranate Pistachio Chocolate Bark
Have you seen the new fall 2022 pomegranate-flavored sweet treats at Williams Sonoma? They look so tempting! However, with a little effort, you can make these seasonal goodies at home, saving money and offering more opportunities to customize to your preferences. The fastest and easiest of these is this Pomegranate Pistachio Chocolate Bark. The concept … Continue reading Pomegranate Pistachio Chocolate Bark
Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
Happy PSL Day! Or better yet, Happy You-Don't-Have-To-Pay-Starbucks-For-A-PSL Day! The Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte, or PSL, needs no introduction. It has developed a cult following, and its late August release always heralds the beginning of early fall. I've tried many recipes over the years, promising to deliver the same flavor as the original PSL, only … Continue reading Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
Copycat Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato
As the masses flock to the green mermaid to caffeinate this fall, you can rest assured that both of Starbucks signature fall drinks for 2022 can easily be made at home! We're starting with a copycat of the Apple Crisp Macchiato. To accomplish this, we're making an easy homemade syrup and a caramel-like drizzle, just … Continue reading Copycat Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato
Russian Tea Cakes
These little nutty shortbread cookies are found in several different cultures throughout the world. In Russia, they're made with hazelnuts and called Tea Cakes. In Mexico, they're made with almonds and called Wedding Cookies. In the Southern USA, they're made with pecans and called Pecan Sandies. And sometimes, usually at the holidays, they're simply referred … Continue reading Russian Tea Cakes
Sugar Plum Cream Cheese Danish
The only thing I like more than Starbucks' Sugar Plum Danish during the holiday season is the freedom to make it at home all throughout the year, using cleaner ingredients, and for much cheaper! I'm including two different options: one using premade puff pastry from the grocery store, and the other for those who wish … Continue reading Sugar Plum Cream Cheese Danish
Spiced Plum Jam for the Freezer
In the Northern Hemisphere, plums ripen in the summer months, typically between July and September. Yet, plum is such a popular flavor for the November and December holiday season, especially when you include warmer spices, like clove and cinnamon. What better way to celebrate Christmas in July than to make homemade Freezer Plum Jam, plain … Continue reading Spiced Plum Jam for the Freezer
Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark
Peppermint bark is easily one of the most popular holiday sweet treats. It can be pricy to buy premade, but not to worry: it's super easy to make at home! This version is special, however. Sprinkles and candies turns this tasty peppermint bark into adorable Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark. Try making this with your kiddos, … Continue reading Melted Snowman Peppermint Bark
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