Entries tagged "Cranberry"

White chocolate and cranberries are an unexpected yet flavorful combination that Dads are sure to adore.

Pay homage to the Pilgrims by serving this classic cocktail named after the land first sighted by voyagers on the Mayflower: Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Although the story goes that the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, historical accounts may suggest otherwise. Some believe that the Pilgrims landed at Cape Cod and didn't feel the area suited their needs. After exploring the land, Plymouth, with its safe harbor, rivers and lakes, and land to grow crops, seemed the ideal place to settle.

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This crimson condiment--tart and sweet, with a touch of heat--is delicious with all kinds of hot and cold meats, and particularly good on leftover turkey sandwiches. It will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator and is perfect for a Thanksgiving dinner.  Find the full recipe for Julia's Cranberry Chutney at StarChefs.com.

Most of the flavors associated with Thanksgiving - pumpkin, pecan, sweet potato - are easily incorporated into cupcake recipes that make great holiday desserts. Whether you serve them for your big family meal, a school event or a fall festival, the following recipes bring the tastes of Thanksgiving in delicious cupcake form.Spiced pumpkin cupcakes give the essence of pumpkin pie by adding a few additional ingredients to a boxed cake mix. How easy is that?This recipe from the Cupcake Project equates to sweet potato casserole in a cup. It includes a maple syrup filling and caramel frosting. Top with nuts and toasted marshmallows, or decorate with a Thanksgiving theme.If it's not Thanksgiving without pecan pie, you'll love this super-simple recipe for pecan pie cupcakes. Just mix all the ingredients together and bake.Like the holiday side dish, the addition of cranberry topping to lemon cake provides a sweet and tart flavor. If you must have frosting, try creamy homemade lemon.