Those of us who like to host during the holidays will know the struggle between wanting to serve something fancy and keeping things stress free. Here are 3 DIY seafood platters that range from an easy, inexpensive tinned seafood plate to a cold platter with shellfish to a luxury platter or tower for the seasoned …
Quick Summary: Traditional Mexican pork tamales with red chile pepper sauce, made easier with a homemade spice blend instead of rehydrating and roasting dried peppers. Includes step-by-step photos and video for assembly. Prep: 45 min | Cook: 45 min + 60-90 min steaming | Makes: about 30 tamales Jump to: RECIPE | 5 Secrets to …
The Brits do love their steamed puddings, from the Christmas “figgy pudding” to all kinds of sweet and savory renditions. After making this persimmon steamed pudding, I echo their pudding love. It was delicious, and doesn’t require specialized equipment. Most of the “time” is down time while it is steaming away. Jump to: RECIPE | …
Oyster stew is a classic Christmas Eve recipe, but it also serves as creamy comfort food that will get you through any cold evening. Fresh oysters are ideal for this soup, but canned oysters can work almost as well if fresh are not available. This soup/stew recipe is made with a base of bacon and …
Camarão na Moranga (Shrimp in Pumpkin) is a creamy seafood stew from Brazil beautifully served in a colorful pumpkin. Traditionally it would be served in a pinkish heirloom variety of pumpkin called Moranga (see photo below). If you can’t find this variety however, an orange baking pumpkin will work just fine. The flavor and the presentation …
Brussel sprouts are often hailed as one of the most-hated foods. However, Caesar salad is one of the most popular. This unique combination of brussel sprouts and Caesar salad brings out the best in both dishes for a spectacular side dish to any meal. Jump to: RECIPE | Health Benefits of Brussels | Substitutions | …
Pheasant Normandy (Except with chicken) is a famous French stew make with apples, onions, cream and apple brandy
Using sugar substitutes can help curb the sugar craving when you are on a low carb diet. This recipe for chocolate truffles is easy and can work for keto.
These popular, spiced, gingerbread-like cookies are one of those unique holiday treats that are hard to find off-season in a typical grocery store. They are easy, festive and they ship well for sending in gift packages. Jump to: RECIPE | What are Pfeffernusse? | Homemade vs Store-Bought | Ingredients & Substitutions | How to Ship …
Halloween is one of my favorite times to send out a college care package. As freshmen my kids were still missing home in October and care packages eased the nostalgic sadness for both parent and child a bit. Food is a given in a college care package but here are some other ideas that were …