Thanksgiving

Recipe: Libby’s Famous Pumpkin Pie

November 14, 2009

…………………………………………………………………………….. Face it. You just can’t celebrate Thanksgiving without indulging in a Pumpkin Pie. In fact, even America’s pilgrims thought so when one early celebration was delayed pending the arrival of a supply ship carrying molasses, an essential ingredient for baking pies of the time.

Recipe: Mini Potato Corn Cakes with Cheddar & Sour Cream

November 13, 2009

I’m always on the lookout for recipes that double as appetizers and side items. And this one combines many of my favorite ingredients!! I’ll admit that I haven’t made it yet; the thought of pan frying all those little patties makes me a little tired; I may try baking them instead. Yield: 6 dozen appetizers […]

Recipe: Pink Fluff Jell-O Salad

November 12, 2009

It’s Thanksgiving and I’ve timed the shell game of covered dishes in and out of the oven just about right. It’s finally time to spread the feast across the kitchen counters and call the family in. Nestled between the green bean casserole and the mashed potatoes, there is a bowl of bright pink fluff that […]

Recipe: Mallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes

November 05, 2009

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Kraft, the world’s second largest food and beverage company is one of the world’s most trusted food brands. For over fifty years, Kraft’s Jet-Puffed Marshmallows have been a part of traditional American cooking as a key ingredient in seasonal sweet potato recipes. Add some sweetness to your Thanksgiving side dishes with this classic holiday food. Prep Time: […]

Recipe: Apple Cobbler

November 03, 2009

Apple cobbler is traditionally a dessert favorite, especially around the holiday season. For those of you who can relate to not being an expert chef, you may share my excitement in finding a quick, delicious recipe for apple cobbler on the back of a NillaWafer box. I must point out that this recipe only makes […]

The Holiday Hierarchy

November 26, 2008

Is it me, or are we transitioning immediately from Halloween to Christmas? Just when the last Trick-or-Treater of the night walks away from my door step, K-mart busts out the 15 foot inflatable snow globe. Are we skipping something? Yes, I think it is called Thanksgiving. According to a recent study by the CDC, 34% […]