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Happy Hour: Cran-Limoncello
Every few months, I host a book club in my home, and find it a lovely occasion to try out a new cocktail. This time around, I couldn't wait to incorporate ingredients that evoke the holidays, like cranberries and the zesty Italian after-dinner favorite, limoncello.
This three-ingredient sipper couldn't be easier to pull together; it simply calls for seltzer, limoncello, and cranberry juice — no shaker required.
Yummy Links: From German Beer to Healthful Holiday Eating
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10 Thanksgiving Recipes You Must Make
Hopefully, all of the hype surrounding Thanksgiving has got you pretty excited about the biggest food holiday of the year. Still looking for that clutch dessert or impeccable side to help you stand out at the dinner table? Then cease to look further, because I've compiled 10 entrées, sides, desserts, and condiments that you absolutely cannot live without this turkey day.
Time to Get the Carrots Glazing
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays; however, eating the same dishes year after year can be a little monotonous, so this Thursday all the classics are getting a modern twist. Glazed carrots have always been an essential dish for my feast, but I crave more complex flavor. Pomegranate-balsamic glazed carrots fits the ticket perfectly.The sweet glaze combines honey, balsamic vinegar, and pomegranate juice.
13 Under $20 Wines Perfect For Hostess Gifts
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Southern (Indian) Thanksgiving
This story was written by member courtneyd and comes from the Kitchen Goddess group in the YumSugar Community.
For a few years now I've wanted to try to marry the traditional Southern Indian food my husband grew up enjoying with Thanksgiving as I know it (Southern girl with a love of spice and heat). So this year I did a trial run of a tandoori-style turkey made in the oven.
Do You Stuff Your Turkey?
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Come Party With Me: Last-Minute Thanksgiving — Menu
Thanksgiving is two days away, and if you've all of a sudden realized that you're in charge of planning, cooking, and hosting a dinner, don't freak out. I've got your back — and an incredibly easy menu that can be put together in just about two hours. For the appetizers, take some help from the store.
On Thanksgiving, Nothing Beats Classic Pumpkin Pie
As much as I love experimenting with alternative pumpkin desserts like pumpkin layer cake and mini baklava pumpkin tarts, sometimes nothing is better than the beloved standby, classic pumpkin pie. This year I tried out an old-fashioned style recipe.
The delicious crust is flaked with pecans, and the filling is a mixture of pumpkin puree, molasses, and sour cream.
How to Set a Formal Place Setting
Since so much thought, time, and preparation goes into making the Thanksgiving meal I think it's important to properly set the table. Thanksgiving is only three short days away, so why not do the place settings tonight? From the utensils to the water glass, it can be hard to remember where everything goes.
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