Thanksgiving

I love this tablescape so much! It’s my favorite fall tablescape so far. From the gorgeous Spode plates to the lavender and plum linens, this table is warm and inviting.…

If you’re looking for a special rice for the holidays, this wild rice pilaf is a perfect accompaniment to roasted duck, Cornish hen, roasted chicken or Thanksgiving turkey. This is…

Looking for a simple and elegant dinner for Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving? This menu is for you. I love turkey, but I know it’s not everyone’s favorite. If you’re looking for…

Haricots Verts Amandine is a classic French side dish that’s absolutely delicious. What’s not to love about thin green beans, cooked in garlic, butter, lemon and topped with toasted almond…

These delicious Cornish game hens will make a stunning appearance at any holiday or special gathering. Plump, tender and gorgeous little hens are seasoned and roasted to perfection. What is…

When these glass pumpkins showed up at HomeGoods, I went crazy and bought quite a few of them, maybe too many. Around the same time, I also found these beautiful…

I came across these two images of a wonderful Thanksgiving our family enjoyed in 2004, many years before Instagram. The image quality is poor and the setting is nothing fancy…

If you’re like me with limited storage space, it’s really not possible to create the gorgeous and elaborate holiday displays we love to see on Pinterest or Instagram. My limited…

We all love carrots. They are delicious raw, roasted, sautéed, boiled, steamed and we eat them in just about anything from soups to sushi. It’s no surprise they make the…

Here’s another fun and easy tablescape for four. Cross two table runners and use the ends as a placemat. A few brass candlesticks and tapered candles make this tablescape a…

Welcome fall! I love simple and uncomplicated tablescapes. This setting pulls in a pumpkin color and natural elements. Add in a little glow for extra sparkle and you’re all set.…

According to an old farm cookbook I have, true southern cornbread is made with white cornmeal, buttermilk and no sugar – just a handful of ingredients. Apparently, the cornbread I…

Stuffings or Dressing? Growing up we always called it stuffing. Most likely because we grew up eating Stove Top Stuffing and then moved on to Pepperidge Farm Classic Herb Stuffing,…

Who doesn’t love sweet potato casserole? We serve it as a vegetable side, but let’s be honest, it’s rich and sweet like dessert. I’ve been perfecting my sweet potato recipe…

When you want all the flavors of Thanksgiving without all the fuss, this turkey breast cutlet is the way to go. Tenderloin meat is pound thin, floured and pan fried…

Peach Apricot Glazed Ham is our family’s favorite and a centerpiece at Easter, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas! It’s absolutely scrummy as Mary Berry would say. Peach apricot preserve is…

Last year we were grateful to celebrated an early and intimate family Thanksgiving dinner while my daughter was visiting. Not wanting to roast a whole turkey for five people, I…

Looking for a pumpkin bread like grandma used to make? Look no further. This tried and true recipe is over 50 years old and has stood the test of time.…

No other holiday brings family and friends around a bounty of food to give thanks to God for a year of blessings. What an amazing country we live in and…

It’s easy to decorate your holiday desserts and cocktails with sugared fruit. Depending on the number of desserts or cocktails with sugared decorations, I may sugar half a bag of…

This Classic Pumpkin Roll is a true holiday classic! The roll (sponge cake) is light and moist with a mild pumpkin flavor. Mascarpone cheese is Italian cream cheese and because…

This Classic Cranberry Sauce is my go to recipe. It’s simple and uncomplicated is always best since you don’t want so many flavors competing over the Thanksgiving meal. Place all…

Love, love, love sangrias! Sangria – the national drink of Spain and Portugal. A glorious combination of red wine, fruit, and spirits. Served at bars, restaurants and family tables throughout…

Fall has officially arrived!  I love everything about fall – the crisp air, the scarves, sweaters and boots, and the food!  Although it’s about 90° outside, inside it’s a cool…

Bugs Bunny isn’t the only one that loves carrots. This vegetable is inexpensive, delicious and versatile. You can serve them as a side dish or transform them into other dishes…