Posts Tagged ‘Christmas’

Christmas Leftovers = Turkey Club Pizza

December 29, 2009

The week between Christmas and New Year’s is filled with bargain hunting at after-Christmas sales, gift exchanges and returns, parties – and leftovers! Most of us have turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, roast beef, or cranberry sauce sitting in the refrigerator, covered with foil and plastic wrap. And lots of candy canes on the tree.

This will be last posting  of a recipe ideas using the remains of your Christmas feast. They are, of course, good enough to serve to company. But also treat your family to a warm, comforting meal on one of the cold and crisp days after Christmas. After today you should toss out all your Christmas Leftovers

Since your kids are out of school this week, treat them to a special hot lunch with PIZZA! (more…)

Christmas Leftovers = Turkey Mornay

December 28, 2009

The week between Christmas and New Year’s is filled with bargain hunting at after-Christmas sales, gift exchanges and returns, parties – and leftovers! Most of us have turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, roast beef, or cranberry sauce sitting in the refrigerator, covered with foil and plastic wrap. And lots of candy canes on the tree.

This week I will be posting some delicious recipe ideas using the remains of your Christmas feast to make wonderful meals and treats. They are, of course, good enough to serve to company. But also treat your family to a warm, comforting meal on one of the cold and crisp days after Christmas.

My Turkey Mornay is an after-Thanksgiving classic from my family. (more…)

End of Year Shopping tips to SAVE MONEY for 2010

December 28, 2009

After-Christmas sales can be a great time to load up on bargains – and not just on Christmas items.

With many people back at work today, the store will be less crowded and you will still find many great deals. Here’s how to make the most of those sales:

You might find great deals in my online outlet. Click here for more information

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Christmas Leftovers = Ham Tomato Wrap Sandwiches

December 27, 2009

The week between Christmas and New Year’s is filled with bargain hunting at after-Christmas sales, gift exchanges and returns, parties – and leftovers! Most of us have turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, roast beef, or cranberry sauce sitting in the refrigerator, covered with foil and plastic wrap. And lots of candy canes on the tree.

This week I will be posting some delicious recipe ideas using the remains of your Christmas feast to make wonderful meals and treats. They are, of course, good enough to serve to company. But also treat your family to a warm, comforting meal on one of the cold and crisp days after Christmas.

Try some of the newer flavored flour tortillas for this easy wrap sandwich. You could also use any meat; chopped ham would be delicious. (more…)

Christmas Leftovers = Ham Stuffed Manicotti

December 26, 2009

The week between Christmas and New Year’s is filled with bargain hunting at after-Christmas sales, gift exchanges and returns, parties – and leftovers! Most of us have turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, roast beef, or cranberry sauce sitting in the refrigerator, covered with foil and plastic wrap. And lots of candy canes on the tree.

This week I will be posting some delicious recipe ideas using the remains of your Christmas feast to make wonderful meals and treats. They are, of course, good enough to serve to company. But also treat your family to a warm, comforting meal on one of the cold and crisp days after Christmas.

This fabulous casserole has the most wonderful flavor. It freezes really well too, so make a couple of batches this holiday season. (more…)

Christmas Breakfast Strata

December 24, 2009

I am not exactly sure what most people eat for breakfast on Christmas morning. There is often a lot of talk about dinner: roasts and hams, traditional side dishes, and glittering desserts. But the day has to start somehow; you can’t dig through stockings and unwrap presents on an empty stomach. And it’s Christmas, so it better be special.

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More Tips on How To Make Perfect Cookies

December 23, 2009

Use top-quality ingredient and assemble the ingredients before starting:

You can’t expect a first-rate product using second-rate ingredients. Be sure your ingredients are fresh and of the finest quality. If your recipe says the ingredient must be room temperature, be sure it is room temperature before proceeding. (more…)

How To Make and Bake Perfect Cookies

December 22, 2009

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Classic Spritz Cookies

December 22, 2009

Classic Spritz Cookies are an easy way to add variety to a tray of cookies. A cookie press lets you change disks to produce many different shapes. Serve them plain, sprinkled with decorations or sugars, frosted or dipped in melted chocolate!
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TURKEY BRINING 101

November 26, 2009

Kitchen Tip of the day:

This Thanksgiving, whether you are roasting or smoking your holiday turkey, don’t forget the most important step: brining.

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