Most families have favorite stuffing or dressing recipes that have been passed down for several generations. If you weren’t privy to the early Thanksgiving morning kitchen activities as a kid, there’s a chance you may have missed watching Mom or Grandma making their signature stuffing. There are many stuffing recipes and variations from region to...Read More

The holiday season can be full of excitement, but it can also bring some stress for little ones. Why not set aside time for a cozy family movie night with classic holiday films and a bowl of homemade Caramel Almond Popcorn Clusters? This delicious treat is easy to make and perfect for getting the whole...Read More

These family style rolls are perfect for Thanksgiving dinner or a Sunday supper. Adding potato flakes to dinner roll dough significantly improves their texture by making them softer, moister, and more tender due to the high starch content in the potato flakes which effectively traps moisture within the bread, preventing it from drying out quickly...Read More

This savory dressing recipe is more of a guideline than an exact recipe. You can create your own version using your favorite combinations of bread, herbs, dried fruits, or nuts. Some years I like to use all sourdough bread, and other years I use a mixture of multigrain bread and french bread or Francese. Mostly,...Read More

Brussels sprouts used to have a bit of a reputation, didn’t they? Many of us grew up seeing them mostly on Grandma’s Thanksgiving table, where their strong taste and unpleasant smell didn’t always make them the crowd favorite. But times have changed, and so have our cooking methods! Thanks to innovative recipes and techniques, Brussels...Read More

Add a tropical twist to your breakfast spread with this Kiwi Rum Jam! Sweet, tangy kiwi meets a splash of smooth rum for a jam that’s as unique as it is delicious. Spread it on toast, drizzle over pancakes, or even stir a spoonful into yogurt for a morning treat with a hint of island...Read More

Kiwi pineapple jam is a delightful blend of tropical flavors that’s both tangy and sweet, perfect for brightening up your morning toast, yogurt, or even as a unique glaze for meats. The tartness of kiwi pairs beautifully with pineapple, creating a jam that’s vibrant in both taste and color. Easy to make, this jam is...Read More

Colorful and zesty, we love this fresh kiwi salsa with shrimp, fish, or carnitas (pork) tacos. It’s also great with corn chips. INGREDIENTS: 4 ripe kiwifruit, peeled, chopped 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (arils) 1/2 avocado, peeled and chopped 1 heaping tablespoon green onions, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeño pepper (no seeds) 2 tablespoons...Read More

These irresistible Brussels sprouts are tossed with apple juice, honey, with a splash of apple cider vinegar and roasted for a flavor-packed side or appetizer. They’re best served warm and crispy straight from the oven. INGREDIENTS: Apple Gastrique 1/2 cup apple juice 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar salt Brussels...Read More

Although we love baked sweet potatoes, steaming is quicker and produces a perfectly moist potato. Steamed baked potatoes take about 30 minutes, while baked potatoes take at least an hour. This method is for medium-sized potatoes. However, if you have only large-sized potatoes, you can cut them in half. (1) Fill the lower part of...Read More