Category Archives: Christmas

Raspberry-filled Poppy Seed Thumbprints

These are pretty little cookies that taste similar to shortbread. Preserves give them extra sweetness. We used raspberry preserves, but you can substitute other fruit preserves or jam, depending on what you have on hand. Continue reading →

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Banana Nut Bread

This is my favorite banana bread recipe. It makes two loaves that cook evenly. We can’t wait for them to cool . . . we spread butter on them and eat them while warm. But since this makes two loaves, we can eat one now and save the other for later! Continue reading →

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Eggnog Pie

This is a great make-ahead pie for the holidays. It’s very easy and light. Continue reading →

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Spiced Cranberry Spread

Brighten up the table with this colorful and tasty spread. There is a surprise ingredient – ground red pepper – that makes it spicey. Continue reading →

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Pizzelles

These cookies are made using a pizzelle iron, which is similar to a waffle iron. You can also roll these cookies up into cones for ice cream. Continue reading →

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Shortcut Fudge

1 (12 oz.) Pkg. Semisweet Chocolate Chips 2/3 Cup Sweetened Condensed Milk 1 Tablespoon Water 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Nuts (optional) In saucepan, melt chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients, blending until … Continue reading →

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Cranberry Orange Nut Bread

This is an easy bread to make, and is great for gift-giving. Continue reading →

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Cande’s Microwave Peanut Brittle

1 cup raw peanuts or pecans 1 cup sugar ½ c light syrup (Karo) 1/8 tsp. salt 1 tsp. margarine 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. vinegar Butter the pan you will be using. Combine nuts, syrup, … Continue reading →

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