Category Archives: Holiday Cooking

Smart Carbs for the Holidays

Carbs have gotten a bad wrap for years and so they should. But then again, do you know what are carbs?  When I ask students and patients the answer is usually, “pasta, breads, potatoes.”  Yes they are carbohydrates but did … Continue reading

Favorite Holiday Recipes

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      Best Ever Apple Pie (serves 6) This apple pie has the perfect balance of sweet and tart. It will be the tallest apple pie you ever made. 6 cups Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced 2 … Continue reading

Hot Tamale Pie with Red Beans!

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Hot Tamale Pie with Red Beans (Serves 6-8) I have taken this to parties and potlucks and it’s everyone’s favorite – very visually attractive it is a sure hit! Don’t let the ingredient list stop you; this is well worth … Continue reading

Cozy Fall Comfort Foods…

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These three mouthwatering dishes are perfect for gatherings with friends and family, and are sure to be crowd pleasers.  See below for recipe details…. Sweet Potato Home Fries (Serves 2-3) Craving a bag of chips? Quick…make some home fries!  Certainly … Continue reading

Rosemary Biscuits

Rosemary Biscuits These wonderful little biscuits go well with soups or as appetizers, breakfast, teatime with jam and picnics. They are quick and easy to make too! 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 cups unbleached flour ½ teaspoon sea salt … Continue reading

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Cranberry Glazed Yam Casserole

Cranberry Glazed Yam Casserole (Serves 6) This is a holiday favorite side dish for our family. No, we don’t do the marshmallow sweet potato tradition. Yam Casserole: 3-4 Yams or sweet potatoes, baked ¼ Cup butter (½ stick or 4 … Continue reading

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Cranberry Apple Raisin Chutney

Cranberry Apple Raisin Chutney (Serves 6-8) This is my homemade version of cranberry relish. We love it tart with a hint of sweet fruit. ½ Cup raisins ½ Cup apple juice 1 Cup fresh apples, peeled and chopped or 1/2 … Continue reading

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