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I Can’t Pronounce The Name Of These Cookies But They Are DELISH

Many years ago I spent two weeks in Germany, traveling around the country with a group of friends. I know most people think of Oktoberfest when you mention you’ve been to Germany, but we weren’t there for the beer. To us, it was all about the food! I knew I liked German food, based on dishes I had enjoyed back home already – but when we were actually there, everything was even more delicious!

Somehow I had this thought in my mind that I would mostly be eating different kinds of sausages and really good bread. I wasn’t expecting to fall in love with German sweet treats, but I did. The pfeffernusse cookies!

I still don’t know how to pronounce it correctly but I can tell you these spice cookies are amazing. I think these are traditionally holiday cookies, but I’m planning on making these all year long. They’re way too tasty to be made once a year only!

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Quick Tip: You can make these several weeks ahead! Store in a tin, and the flavor will just get better over time.

So Yummy, You’ll Forget Your Manners

Now that we are in the middle of the Holiday season, I think it’s time to share some of my family’s favorite Thanksgiving and Christmas dishes.

This super scrumptious sweet potato casserole is definitely one of them – and it’s so tasty, I tend to make this year ’round (even though some people consider this Holiday food!) I really don’t care if something is traditionally a Christmas dish. If it’s delicious, I will make it any time of year!

What makes this sweet potato casserole extra special, is the splash of Grand Marnier (you could use Cointreau, if preferred). I think it really gives this side dish a very sophisticated touch, and makes it fancy enough for any occasion. The flavor is not too strong, no need to worry about that! And this dish definitely won’t make you tipsy.

This recipe makes eight servings – maybe six, if you like this as much as I do! It’s very easy to double, if you’re cooking for a crowd, and you’ll even get make-ahead directions for it.

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Quick Tip: This recipe makes 8 servings.

I Could Eat That Praline Topping With A Spoon!

I will never forget Thanksgiving dinners at our house, as they were quite the extravagant event while I was growing up.

We had so many family members and friends packed into our house for hours and hours. People would always stay for lunch and dinner, both. My favorite part of this food fest were the incredible desserts, and there were always many. I especially loved the pumpkin pie! My mom would make the best one on the planet. She always served hers with some whipped cream and each slice was better than the next.

The other day I was browsing my friends’ Facebook pages for some pumpkin pie recipes that might differ from the classic versions. I came across this adorable pumpkin pie with pecan praline topping, and I couldn’t be happier! This pie looks so stunning. And guess what? It tastes like a dream come true. Have you tried this version of pumpkin pie yet?

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Quick Tip: Add lots of whipped cream to this pie or eat it with ice cream. Both are equally yummy.

How To Take The Easy Road And End Up With This Amazing Entree

When it comes to Thanksgiving you gotta have a turkey, right? Wrong! You can have a ham, too! However, I prefer making this pineapple glazed ham on Christmas.

My husband’s side of the family loves eating ham so this recipe is the perfect choice. It’s sweet, easy to make, and everyone loves it. Although the recipe doesn’t call for them, I enjoy decorating the ham with maraschino cherries. I just love those little red things!

I have pinned pineapple rings and placed cherries in their centers with toothpicks. The design was so cute! It was a shame when I had to remove them so people could eat the ham haha!

Anyway, if you’re looking for an easy entree for the holidays I’d definitely choose making this ham. It’s really simple because the ham is pre-cooked so basically all you are doing is re-warming it with the special pineapple glaze. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!

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Quick Tip: This ham recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter dinners.

How To WOW Your Dinner Guests

First off, don’t let the long list of ingredients scare you. I was determined to make this knowing it featured both bananas foster flavors and caramel – what could be more tempting? Plus I find, as I am moving along in the kitchen I enjoy gathering the ingredients and mixing them up. I put on some country music and sing as I go. Cooking can be a great adventure or a solitary escape.

Honestly the cake was quite easy and so good I couldn’t stop eating it. You may want to plan for this and have it be your breakfast, lunch and dinner all in one. I’m actually glad I had my husband and our friends to share or else I would have easily eaten it all! When the knife went through that first slice it was like butter, so soft and welcoming!

This is a cake that is fancy enough for any occasion, but I still love making this on a regular weeknight, as well. Dig in and enjoy every single bite – you deserve it!

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Quick Tip: You can also top this cake with whipped topping if you like!

Are You Ready For The BEST Apple Pie Ever Known To Man?

If there is one thing I love about pie it is the crust. I am a huge fan of buttery, flaky pie crust. I honestly think I could just eat the crust and not the pie filling. LOL!

However, today’s recipe for homemade apple pie definitely leaves me wanting to eat the filling. You guys, this recipe is just like your grandmothers. It is entirely made from scratch and produces one of the best pie crusts I’ve ever eaten. It takes a minute to throw it all together but let me tell ya, once it’s made, you’ll be glad you put in the effort.

The crust in this apple recipe is flaky and delicious, and I think it might be because of the addition of buttermilk. I especially like how three types of apples are used. It just added to the overall yumminess. All that’s missing is a scoop of vanilla ice cream! If you have some on hand, please try this pie with the ice cream. It is going to make you slap your knees! I think I’ll being serving this yummy pie over the holidays.

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Quick Tip: Serve this apple pie with your favorite ice cream for a fun treat!

This Pork Is So Tender, You Could Eat It With A Spoon!

I have a feeling that whenever people want to create a menu for a special occasion, they tend to think they need exotic, out-of-the-ordinary, or at least expensive ingredients. That’s how I used to feel, anyway, whenever I was cooking a special dinner. I’m not sure where the idea came from – after all, it all comes down to great taste, right?

Food doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult to make, to be delicious. This awesome recipe from Guy’s Home Kitchen proves it! Everyday ingredients from your pantry will help you turn your pork tenderloin into mouth-watering medallions, and that beautifully creamy sauce takes this dish to a whole new level of yum!

This is a meal fit for a king – although I guarantee you’d rather hide every piece for yourself! Should you be lucky enough to have leftovers, they will make amazing sandwiches the next day. If you don’t have a probe thermometer, I highly recommend getting one. It will help you cook the most amazingly tender pork!

Recipe and image courtesy of Guy’s Home Kitchen.

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Quick Tip: You’ll need a probe thermometer to make this divine meal!