My mom recently sent me this recipe, telling me she could could have “eaten twelve of these rolls at a time”. She made these rolls for Thanksgiving and I am making them for Christmas. They are the perfect dinner roll because they can be made ahead of time and look so beautiful because of the all of fresh herbs.
In a large bowl, sprinkle:
1 package of active yeast over
1/4 cup warm water
Let stand about five minutes or until yeast is dissolved and foamy. Stir in:
3 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon …

This is my absolute favorite filet mignon dish to serve for a special occasion, such as Christmas or a birthday celebration. This cut of meat is so tender and it goes so well with any side. Most importantly, once you season and prepare the meat, there is very little “cooking” left so you can stay out of the kitchen and enjoy the celebration.
Make a point to buy top quality meat and to request a “filet mignon roast” with your butcher early enough because they may not have that cut of …

This is a wonderful dressing recipe for Thanksgiving. The bacon and biscuits even make it a great leftover for the morning after Thanksgiving.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On a baking sheet arrange:
12 already baked biscuits, cut into 1 inch cubes (could be home-made or store bought, baked according to directions)
Toast biscuits until lightly browned, about 15-20 minutes. Set aside. Increase oven to 375 degrees. In a large skillet, over medium to high heat, cook:
1 lb bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
Drain all of excess fat …

If you like sweet potatoes this is an easy and delicious side dish. The lemon and thyme really compliment the flavor of the sweet potatoes. I was very pleasantly surprised when I made this dish. This would be a great alternative to plain old mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl mix together:
4 large peeled and sliced sweet potatoes (about 1/2 inch thick)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Once potatoes are coated with oil, salt and pepper, arrange in …

I am always looking for great and easy holiday recipes that utilize seasonal flavors. Fall is my favorite time of year and I love pumpkin, so naturally, I love this recipe.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, mix together:
1 29 oz can of pumpkin

2 14oz cans sweetened condensed milk
4 egg yolks (save whites for later)
2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt

Separately beat 4 egg whites until stiff and fold into combined pumpkin mixture. Spread evenly into greased 13×9 inch baking pan. Directly …

This is a great recipe to serve on Thanksgiving or the days leading up to Thanksgiving. It combines apples and cranberries and is a wonderful alternative to the traditional pie. Serve it with ice cream or home-made whipped cream.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a 9×13 greased baking pan, evenly place:
5 tart apples, peeled, slice and cored
In a large bowl mix together:
1 can whole cranberry sauce
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons flour
Pour cranberry mixture evenly over apples. In a small bowl mix together:
1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, …

This is a great stuffing for Thanksgiving. I made it for the first Thanksgiving dinner I prepared and loved it because the sausage was a nice change of meat from all the turkey. The apple flavor makes it just a little sweet and so delicious.

This is a great dessert to serve on Thanksgiving if you are looking for something different than the usual pumpkin pie.  It is a great twist on an old classic.  This pumpkin pie cheesecake is so rich and smooth. I love to serve it with fresh whipped cream and coffee. It is my favorite cheesecake!
Make at least one day in advance before serving. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Cover the outside and bottom of a springform pan with foil, shiny side on the outside. Grease …

I love snickerdoodle cookies.  They remind me of Christmas because my mom made them ever year for her holiday cookie plates.  This is my mom’s recipe.  It is an easy snickerdoodle cookie recipe and is so delicious that they can be enjoyed all year long.
In a large bowl, combine:
3/4 cup shortening
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
Beat until combined and smooth.  Then add:
2 3/4 cup flour
1 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Once all ingredients are combined, chill in refrigerator for about an hour.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  …

This is a great variation on roasted potatoes and can be served with many Italian or Greek meals, instead of pasta. Plus it is so easy!
In a medium bowl, combine:
2 pounds of small red potatoes, quartered
6 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried orgegano
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
Once potatoes are coated, add to a large, hot skillet and cook 2-3 minutes on high heat. Transfer to a 9×13 inch greased baking pan and cook for 30-35 minutes or until …