Macaroni & Cheese

This recipe for macaroni and cheese was introduced to our Thanksgiving menu via Samantha.

Zucchini and Cheese Casserole

This casserole has zucchini, tomatoes, onion, and cottage cheese.

Springerle Cookies

Well now I am a little confused. I have two springerle cookie recipes, this one and one called “Mrs. Miller’s Springerle Cookies”. I think this is actually the one that my grandmother used.

Apricot Nectar Pudding

This is a cake topped with apricot nectar poured over and baked.

Oven Caramel Popcorn

Popcorn is one of my favorite snacks, but this sweet version is a little too sweet for me.

Spinach Quiche

You will need some frozen spinach, Swiss cheese, eggs, and a pie crust for this quiche recipe.

Giblet Gravy

This is the gravy that we have been serving at Thanksgiving for all of my life.

Potato Rolls with Rosemary

½ cup water (room temperature)2 ¼ tsp 1 packet active-dry or instant yeast1 tsp plus ⅓ cup sugar (divided)1 cup mashed potatoes¼ cup milk6 Tbsp salted butter (melted and cooled)2 large eggs2 ½ tsp minced fresh rosemary1 ½ tsp salt4 ½ to 5 cups all-purpose flour Proof...

El Torito’s Sweet Corn Cake

  El Torito’s Sweet Corn Cake 2/3 c unsalted butter1/3 c masa harina (see note)4 tbsp cold water10 oz frozen corn kernels (or corn from 2 large fresh cobs)3 tbsp cornmeal1/3 c sugar2 tbsp whipping cream¼ tsp baking powder¼ tsp salt Place butter in mixing bowl and...

Pasta Primavera

This recipe can be used with any in-season vegetables, such as broccoli, zucchini, cauliflower squash, and carrots.

Instant Pot Turkey Breast

Instant Pot Turkey Breast

  Instant Pot Turkey Breast Cook a turkey breast - or two - in a pressure cooker from frozen! 3 lb Butterball (or other) Turkey Breast (the herb one is nice)2-3 stalks celery (to fit on the bottom of pot)1 onion (cut in large chunks)2 Tbsp butter (sliced in...

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

  Chicken Pot Pie Soup This is a hearty soup made to mimic the yummy taste of chicken pot pie, but convenient for ladling into a bowl. "Pie" Crust2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/4 tsp salt2/3 cup shortening5-6 tbsp 2% milkSoup2 tbsp butter1 cup cubed and peeled...

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