Quick view Acorn Squash with Walnuts and Cranberries Roast acorn squash in the oven and top with butter, crunchy walnuts and sweet cranberries. It’s stunning on the table and everyone in my family loves it as holiday side or cozy weeknight main dish. Ingredients: 2 medium acorn squash1...
Quick view Anise Biscotti Though modern biscotti are associated with the Tuscan region of Italy, the popular Italian cookie traces its origins to Roman times. The word biscotto derives from “bis,” Latin for twice, and “coctum” or baked (which became...
Quick view Apple Cider Sangria This fragrant Apple Cider Sangria is a beautiful cocktail that’s perfect for fall. Serve this seasonal crowd pleaser at your next holiday party. It makes entertaining easy as you can have several pitchers at the ready and guests can serve...
Quick view Baked Pears with Honey, Cranberries and Pecans Ingredients: 4 pears, I prefer Bosc as they are firmer and hold their shape well 24 fresh cranberries4 tablespoons chopped pecans1/2 teaspoon Ground Saigon Cinnamon, plus more, if needed1/4 teaspoon Grenada Nutmeg Ground, plus more, if...
Quick view Boozy Rum Cake Great as a traditional holiday cake but yummy any time of the year. I have substituted a number of different types of liquor throughout the years including vanilla and maple flavored whiskeys as well as almond, orange and coffee liqueurs...
Quick view Braided Easter Sweet Bread Ingredients: 1 cup heavy cream (reserve 2 Tbsp for brushing)2 1/2 tsp active dry yeast4 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup sugar1 tsp vanilla extract1 Tbsp lemon or orange zest3 large eggs (2 whole eggs and one separated with yolk reserved)...
Quick view Butternut Squash with Sage and Piment d'Espelette The French Piment d'Espelette is a variety of chilies that are cultivated in the French, Pyrénées and are traditionally used in the cuisine of the northern Basque people. There are 160 producers of Piment d'Espelette in the French...
Quick view Corned Beef and Cabbage - Slow Cooker, Instant Pot or Stove Top Ingredients: 4 - 6 cups hot water2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper1 large onion, cut into quarters3 lbs corned beef brisket + 3 tablespoons Pickling Spices8 small white or yellow or red...
Quick view Cranberry Orange Pound Cake Orange and Cranberry are such wonderful flavors, especially during the winter and holiday months. The sweetness of the cake contrasts nicely with the tartness of the fresh berries, and the icing on the cake is a sweet orange glaze that puts this stunning...
Quick view Crunchy Cornflake, Sweet Potato and Pecan Casserole This recipe was given to me by my ex mother-in-law more than 30 years ago as a mandatory holiday side dish when I hosted my first Thanksgiving. I acquiesced reluctantly but must admit it has become one of my favorites and has made its way onto the table...
Quick view Dark Chocolate Stout Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients: 1 cup Guinness or other stout beer10 tablespoons unsalted butter¾ cup Black Onyx Cocoa Powder2 cups sugar¾ cup sour cream2 large eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour2 ½ teaspoons baking...
Quick view Homemade Corned Beef - Curing and Cooking Ingredients: For Brine:4 quarts hot water1 ½ cups kosher sea salt¼ cup sugar2 tablespoons The Spice and Tea Shoppe Pickling Spices1 ½ teaspoons The Spice and Tea Shoppe Pink Curing Salt a.k.a. Prague Powder No. 2 1 5-pound...
Quick view Homemade Sambuca Liquer Ingredients: 1 1/2 Tablespoons Anise Extract1/2 Cup Honey2 1/2 Cups 100 proof Vodka Directions: Dissolve the honey in approx. 1 c. of the vodka. Then separately mix the anise extract with the remaining vodka and add this to the honey mixture, and...
Quick view Irish Soda Bread Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour4 tablespoons sugar1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon baking soda3 tablespoons butter, chilled, cut into cubes1 cup buttermilk2/3 cup raisins - I like to use a combination of golden and...
Quick view Maple Pecan Glazed Cookies Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon Maple Extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon Kosher Flake Sea Salt2 cups white baking chips1 cup chopped...
Quick view Mediterranean Lamb Chops Ingredients: 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil½ large lemon – juiced2 tablespoons Lamb Rub1 ½ pounds lamb chops – 4 to 6 chops Directions: Put olive oil and lemon juice in shallow pan and mix well. Brush the chops with...
Quick view Microwave Salted Caramels Gorgeous, creamy, buttery, soft caramels with just the right amount of salt to balance the sweetness. This easy to make and practically fool-proof microwave version only requires a few ingredients and just under 15 minutes to make. The hardest part...
Quick view Roast Prime Rib with Madeira Sauce & Yorkshire Puddings Ingredients: 1 - 4 to 6 lb. prime rib beef roast1 tablespoon olive oil6 medium yellow onions, peeled, quartered½ cup (1 spice bottle) of The Spice & Tea Shoppe Prime Rib Rub (double amount for 7 to 10 lbs. etc)2 ½ cups beef...
Quick view Roasted Balsamic Root Vegetables Ingredients: 3 medium carrots , cut into 1 inch pieces1 large parsnip , cut into 1 inch pieces1 rutabaga , peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces1 red onion , peeled and cut into eighths2 tablespoons Cask Aged 5 Year Balsamic Vinegar1...
Quick view Savory Herb Stuffing with Sausage, Apples & Nuts Ingredients: 1 lb. maple sausage4 cups diced Granny Smith Apples3 celery ribs2 onions chopped1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter2-3 cups chicken broth or more for moister stuffing10-12 cups dried bread cubes1 Tablespoon Poultry Stuffing and Seasoning Blend1/3...
Quick view Sweet Spiced Nuts Year over year this has been one of our most requested recipes for holiday gift giving. Fun and easy to make in large batches and tied with festive bow your friends, neighbors and co-workers are sure to love these. Or keep them all for yourself, we wont...
Quick view Thanksgiving Turkey Brining & Roasting Guide So many of you have had questions about how I do my Thanksgiving turkey that I broke it down step by step at your requests. This is just what I do and have had excellent results every year. As with all things - do what makes you happy. Weekend...
Quick view Trinity of Roast Potatoes Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs. sweet potatoes peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces 2 lbs. Yams peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces 3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces 1/4 cup butter melted1/4 cup olive oil 2 Tablespoons mixed dried herbs such...
Quick view Turkey Breast with Rosemary Gravy A bit simpler approach to a holiday meal. This recipe can be sized up to a full turkey for a crowd and works well for a smaller intimate gathering using a turkey breast. Ingredients: 1 large Turkey breast, keep skin on for moisture1 teaspoon...
Quick view Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie with Lentils and Potatoes Ingredients: Mashed Potatoes 2 large russet potatoes - about 1.5 lbs, peeled and chopped to 1/2-inch cubes1/3 cup milk1 tablespoon butter1 large egg yolk1/2 teaspoon granulated garlicsalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoons chives dried or...
