Holiday Shopping with the RocketMoms: Week 2

The Official Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity) Lens

from the RocketMoms!

Best Homemade Cranberry Sauce by j_barnhart4

Thanksgiving is coming up again and food is one everyone's minds. Most people worry about the turkey or stuffing or pumpkin pie. My favorite dish, though, is cranberry sauce. With so many great recipes that are easy and flavorful, there is no reason to buy it in a can.

Vegetarian Thanksgiving by hlkljgk

Thanksgiving is all about family and food. Most families have recipe traditions that have spanned generations, and everyone looks forward to sharing the feast.

Pumpkin Spice Coffee for Your Thanksgiving Holiday by HorseAndPony

When does Thanksgiving day begin? Well, that would be different for everyone. Myself, I like to sleep in until I wake up. So, my Thanksgiving day begins right at that moment and I like to start celebrating as soon as possible. That means, break out the Pumpkin Spice Coffee and get the party started.

Thanksgiving Menu Ideas: Pumpkin Spice Biscotti by lakeerieartists

Baking biscotti is perfect for a large meal because you can bake a lot of biscotti quickly, they are very easy to make, and they do not need to be refrigerated or frozen. Biscotti last for about six weeks at room temperature assuming your family does not eat them all in a few days (like mine do).

The Best Sausage, Apple, Cranberry Stuffing by capriliz

It is time to start planning your Thanksgiving dinner. Are you having turkey with all the trimmings? Try the sausage, apple, and cranberry dressing. Your family will love the dish (and you for preparing it!).

Smell like a Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving! by bdkz

I don't like eating Pumpkin Pie. Call me crazy but I just don't have a hankering for the taste of pumpkin. The smell on the other hand is delicous! Just like coffee...I love the smell, but hate the taste.

Brussels Sprouts in Cheese Sauce Recipe by rms

My Brussels Sprouts in Cheese Sauce recipe takes simple Brussels Sprouts and turns them into a super side dish your family will love!Brussels Sprouts in Cheese Sauce makes a terrific Thanksgiving dinner side dish but can also be served and enjoyed any time of the year.

Cheese Salsa Crustless Quiche by stargazer00

Would you like to simplify things in the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day? Why not make breakfast the day before while you are making your pies? Cheese Salsa Crustless Quiche is very simple and can be cut, served and heated in the microwave on Thanksgiving Day morning.

This Fall Harvest A Thanksgiving Turkey Apron by Treasures-By-Brenda

There are some absolutely amazing thanksgiving aprons out there from the humorous to the seriously beautiful. I hope this page will help you find the one that is perfect for you as you prepare to celebrate one of the most important holidays in North America, Thanksgiving Day.

Tasty Winter Casseroles by theraggededge

Coming home to the comforting smell of a gently simmering casserole is one of life's greatest pleasures. The combined warmth of the kitchen and the intermingling aromas of tenderly cooked beef (or chicken, lamb or pork) and fragrant vegetables is like being hugged.

Coffee Can Pumpkin Bread by Heather426

Yes, you really can make Pumpkin Bread in a Coffee Can...My Mother started making these unique "loaves" years ago and gave them away to everyone all during the Holidays.

Green Bean Casserole Recipe by ckm

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and it's time to start planning out the Thanksgiving Day menu. Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and crescent rolls are easy additions to the menu.

How I Like My Mango Served by vanidiana

In my country, Indonesia, we don't celebrate thanksgiving day. But through September to November, with the beginning of rainy season in every year, Indonesian people harvest lots of delicious tropical fruits.

Thanksgiving The Day in Canada, A Children's Book Review by Treasures-By-Brenda

Thanksgiving Day in Canada was written by Krys Val Lewicki and illustrated by Ana Auml. It tells the story of a family that travels to their Grandparents home for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in Canada.

Cookin' Collard Greens - A Southern Recipe by shajo

Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful and I sure am thankful for Collard Greens! Join me as I share one of my favorite down home southern cooked recipes for Collards.

Five Kernels of Corn by Comfortdoc

I discovered a moving story of the five kernels of corn working on Thanksgiving lenses. This story is a wonderful tradition to include with your family as you sit down to eat your holiday meal.The legend also worked well as a concept for the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff for Charity.

Ham Loaf Recipe by Macs

Ham loaf is similar to meatloaf but is made from ground ham, ground pork, brown sugar and seasonings. It's the perfect meal to make when you have leftover ham to get rid of!

No Bake Chocolate Nut Cookies by Heather426

No Bake Chocolate Nut Cookies! You had me at No Bake and Chocolate, let alone add in nuts! This recipe is perfect for those times when you want something sweet and don't want to heat up your kitchen, or if you want something easy to make that your kids can help with, or you need a quick easy treat to take to a party.

Cranberry Sauce - From Bog to Table by happynutritionist

Come along with me to Maine, where my recipe for Cranberry Sauce starts with a stop at a Cranberry Bog where berries are gathered, sorted with an antique Cranberry sorter, taken home to my kitchen, where they were made into delicious all-natural, healthy Cranberry Sauce...2 years in a row!

Traditional Sherry Trifle by whitemoss

You might wonder why I'm suggesting a traditional English sherry trifle as a Thanksgiving dessert!Well, back in the 1950s my aunt left England for the USA, and as a newlywed in a new country she was made very welcome by her neighbors.

Favorite Thanksgiving Pies by oztoo

Welcome to my favorite thanksgiving pies lens. I've entered it into the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it gets selected, the charity I support, gets $1000.There's something about this time of year that makes you want pies (well I do) more than at any other time.

Feed the Homeless During the Holidays by LeanneChesser

What's the first thing you think of when you think about the holidays? If you're like most people, you probably think of food! Huge meals are so common at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Have you ever eaten until you were way too stuffed to be comfortable? I know I have!

Pumpkin Parfait, Anyone? by kimmanleyort

Just before getting married, my Mom gave me a book that contained favorite recipes from both my mother and mother-in-law, (Marjorie and Margory). This is such a treasured book since it has my Mom's own handwriting and she has been resting in peace for 25 years now.

A Tasty Apple Cake by imolaK

It's autumn and we can find fresh apples at stores. I like apples; I think they are very healthy and tasty .In my oppinion, apples are "winter fruits", and in autumn we buy two boxes of apples.During the winter we keep the apples in cellar.

My Top 10 "Top Chef" Guest Judges by KarateKatGraphics

I've been watching "Top Chef" on Bravo more or less religiously since it debuted in spring 2006. I'm not generally big on reality TV, but I like shows that focus on talent and skill in a targeted area-- "Project Runway" is another fave--and show us how different folks respond to pressure.

Spice Tea Recipe by Sylvestermouse

The holidays are often hectic and tiring, but in the end they are always filled with wonderful memories. Each year my family gathers together for the festivities.

Cranberry Bread by JoyfulPamela

Our senses of taste and smell are always tantalized during the holidays! Special recipes are shared to spread cheer, goodwill, and gratitude . The recipe I want to share is called "ABC Bread" featuring bright red, juicy, fresh cranberries.

The First Thanksgiving Foods by Comfortdoc

If you were eating at the First Thanksgiving, you would discover that your Thanksgiving favorites might not have been served.

Top 10 Holiday Side Dish Recipes by BrandyT

I absolutly love all the holidays! With a big family spread out every where this is the time of year when we can all get together. And everyone coming together means lots of wonderful food.

Cherry Chocolate Red Velvet Cake by Dkprincess6

This is my lens for the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it's liked enough, my favorite charity, The Humane Society Of The United States gets $1000.

Sweet Potato Crisp by genglo

Whenever I'm invited to a holiday party, they always ask me to bring my Sweet Potato Crisp. I could be concerned and wonder if they only want me for my food, but I don't mind because it is a super easy casserole to bring to parties.

Ham And Green Beans by Macs

There are a lot of old PA Dutch recipes that no one has heard of. Shoofly Pie, Chicken Pot Pie without the crust (far superior to crusted pot pie), Fastnachts, original Whoopie Pies ... the list goes on, and on. This brings us to Ham and Green Beans.

Roast Turkey with Pasta Tatters by a_willow

One of the known facts about Croatia: we have almost 2 million people with Croatian origin abroad . Croats mostly emigrated from Croatia after World War I and World War II looking for work and better place to live.

Seasonal Cooking for Harvest Festival by NanLT

The time of harvest is that time in the year when foods are most plentiful. It is a time of giving thanks, a time of taking stock, and a time for being with family.The foods we traditionally eat are those foods that are in season this time of year.

My mom's Thanksgiving corn casserole by _Joan_

This recipe was developed extemporaneously by my mother and has become a Thanksgiving favorite. Mom had never written down the recipe before, but at my request she estimated the proportions of the ingredients she uses.

Food Coloring Pages by GonnaFly

Whether you are looking for food coloring pages for educational purposes or just for fun, you've come to the right place. On this page you'll find a growing list of the best food coloring pages available on the internet sorted into different categories.

Everything that I want to make for Thanksgiving this year! by StaciJansma

Welcome to my lens. I've entered it into the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it gets selected, the charity I support gets $1000. I hope you enjoy -- and if you do, don't be shy, spread the word! Photo Courtesy of equiLearn.

Pumpkin Squares Dessert by SpellOutloud

When I think of Thanksgiving, I think of things I am grateful for, getting together with extended family, and pumpkin squares. Ever since I was a young girl, my family has always made this pumpkin dessert center-stage at our family get-togethers.

How to Host a Thanksgiving Family Event by LakeMom

Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for family & friends. We are hosting an event that will allow us to give thanks to family, friends and our veterans. This page will give you some ideas on how to host a similar event.

Soup Recipe Books for Autumn and Winter by vanidiana

vanidiana - Get the best of soup recipe books for autumn and winter!Welcome to my lens. I've created this soup recipe books lens and entered it into the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it gets selected, the charity I support gets $1000.

How I Like My Mango Served by vanidiana

vanidiana- In my country, Indonesia, we don't celebrate thanksgiving day. But through September to November, with the beginning of rainy season in every year, Indonesian people harvest lots of delicious tropical fruits.

Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe by RickyRobi

The version of the Tetrazzini Recipe I show here is modified from my great aunt's Chicken Tetrazzini. It is a great Casserole for Leftover Turkey. The best thing about this recipe is that it is easily adaptable. You can add, change or take away just about anything.

Quick Chicken Rice Casserole by Heather426

Chicken Rice Casserole is one of my all time favorite recipes because it is not only quick and easy, and healthy, and gourmet, and it uses only one dish, but it also has endless variations! I have listed the basic one here, plus 6 more, but really you could easily add more variations by altering the spices. The thing I like best is that it is all in one dish, so easy cleanup!

Pumpkin-Pecan Pie Recipe (for Charity) by bethd821

Welcome to my lens about Pumpkin-Pecan Pie. I've entered it into the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it gets selected, the charity I support gets $1000. I hope you enjoy -- and if you do, don't be shy, spread the word!My Charity is The Leukemia-Lymphoma Society.

Food for Thought by Mickie_G

Thanksgiving is just what it says - a time for giving thanks. To get you in the mood, below you will find some proverbial food for thought. I've entered this lens into the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it gets selected, the charity I support (Food for Everyone) gets $1000.

Treats for the Tall AND the Small by Wysiwigs

Perhaps this came about because I am a very a picky eater, or maybe it's just because I hate to leave anyone out. Whatever the reason, I decided to approach the dessert portion of the menu from a slightly different angle (um, make that height).

Super Easy Spinach Quiche Appetizer Recipe by Mickie_G

Welcome to all of you cooks who are looking for the perfect appetizer recipe! Think--easy recipe!My mini spinach quiches are the ideal appetizer for any situation.

Relish Tray-Holiday Appetizer Platter by Ladydove62

Welcome to my lens. I've entered it into the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it gets selected, the charity I support gets $1000. I hope you enjoy -- and if you do, don't be shy, spread the word!

Cherry Cheesecake - A Delectable Dessert by Norma_Budden

Cherry cheesecake - just the thought of it makes me cheery! Right now, I'd love nothing more than to have a piece of this delectable dessert. In fact, I think I'll go ahead and make one!

Moist Smoked Turkey

Welcome to my lens. I've entered it into Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for Charity). If it gets selected, the charity I support gets $1000. I am supporting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Delicious Holiday Food & Gift Baskets

Pecan Pie Vs. Pumpkin Pie by bethd821

Pecan Pie is a better choice than Pumpkin Pie for the Holidays!Pecan pie has nuts and therefore provides fiber to your diet. Pecans give pecan pie a more palatable texture than pumpkin pie. Pecan pie and pumpkin pie will be found at most Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings.

Canning Vegetables - Easy to Do by bethd821

Canning vegetables is fun and easy. You can learn to can. It's so satisfying. I've been canning for the past 3 years and I wish I had started a long time ago. I have a dream of having a kitchen with a 6 foot by 12 foot island and 4 commercial size stove tops.

All About Cranberry Sauce by TrishH

Thanksgiving is here. Let's face it, Thanksgiving is just not Thankgiving without Cranberry Sauce. Cranberry sauce is such a marvelous addition to your Thankgiving table. It adds color to the table and kids seem to love it.

Gifts for the Chef in your life!

Soup Tureens for Fall and Winter by LensbyLisa

A soup tureen can be a great addition to the fall and winter table. It also makes a great serving piece for those holiday dinners.With the onset of colder weather, soups and stews become more popular. The tureens featured here are a very attractive way to serve those soups and stews.

Christmas Cookie Cutters by LensbyLisa

Christmas cookie cutters can be found in most kitchens. Today you can find a wide variety of shapes, including boxed sets of many assorted shapes.

Christmas Salt and Pepper Shakers by JenniferAkers

Christmas salt and pepper shakers are popular for many reasons. Shaker sets are fun collectibles, remembrances of holidays or trips, and the finishing touch on your table.

Great Gifts For A Chef by shannonpatricia

There are so many kinds of chefs. the everyday cook, the grill master, the professional chef! It dosen't matter the one you or someone you know is. Every chef or cook has his or her own style.I have selected some great gift ideas for the chef in your life.

A Gift For a Chef by imolaK

I don't think that exists a kitchen without spices. I don't consider myself a good cook, and certainly I can't compete with a Chef but I like to use spices.

Turkey Roasters for your Holiday Bird by WindyWinters

Have you read the latest news?? The holidays are around the corner and now it's time to go shopping for a turkey roaster for your holiday turkey, ham, roast or holiday dinner.A turkey roaster maybe an open roaster or a roaster with a covered lid.

Be A World Wide Chef Right At Home by SueM11

Cooking can be an exciting culinary adventure. No longer are our palates confined to the traditional dishes our mothers and grandmothers used to cook.Today, the world is a much smaller place with faster and easier travel.

Gifts to buy for someone who has a blue kitchen by JanTUB

My new kitchen has blue stone benchtops, blue ragged walls and Dulux® Warm Neutral cupboards.The perfect accessories have to be blue!

Help Your Favorite Chef Green Her Kitchen With Eco-Friendly Gifts by Ecolicious

Take a look at your chef's kitchen (you may be the chef). How sustainable is it? Aside from remodeling the whole thing (this can be very expensive) to make it more sustainable there are smaller step you or your chef can take to green the kitchen.

Shop for Great Cookbooks!

Betty Crocker Cookbooks by bdkz

Betty Crocker is the Queen of Cool Cookbooks. I remember reading the Cooky Book when I was a kid and just loving the pictures. From Appetizers to Zucchini Betty Crocker is a cooks best friend.

Buying a cookbook vs getting free recipes online by angelsmummy

Here we will be debating which is an easier way to cook, using a recipe book or getting a recipe of the internet. Which do you find easier? I would like peoples opinions and for everyone to let me know how they cook, do you use the internet or recipe books?

Cookbooks by the Top Chefs of Australia by PirateMummy

Cookbooks! So much more personable than a recipe from the internet. And if you're like me, you've probably got a bookcase full of them - cookbooks I mean - though I do have a folder stuffed with printed recipes from the net as well!

Shop for the Perfect Kitchen Gadget!

My Favorite Kitchen Gadgets by bdkz

OK, I am a complete sucker for Kitchen Gadgets. I have a basement full of As Seen on TV wonders that were not so wonderful. Some I like, some I hate. Here is a list of My Favorite Kitchen Gadgets.

Food Processor Battle by DianaHarper

I am in the market for a new food processor. When we went to the State Fair, I had an opportunity to try smoothies prepared with a Vita-Mix. It has enough accessories to satisfy the gadget geek in me. But, there is Kitchen Aid. I see it on the shelves of my local stores. What to choose?

Thanksgiving Decorations

Fun Thanksgiving Decorations by crosscreations

Consider more than just food when planning for your Thanksgiving Day Celebration. Sometimes we concentrate on the menu, shopping, cleaning and so on, and leave setting the table or decorating to the last minute.

Let's Talk Turkey For Your Table by BevsPaper

We serve the noble Turkey to our guests for Thanksgiving or at least most American families do. What about the table decorations? Let's talk Turkey for our tables of the inedible variety. Let's talk about turkey dinnerware, centerpieces, and other table accessories.

Thanksgiving Family Traditions & Giving Thanks

A Thanksgiving Bowl by Comfortdoc

One valuable way to help everyone in the family remember that Thanksgiving is about giving thanks is to include a tradition of a Thanksgiving bowl, jar, box or wreath.Using some kind of object helps family and friends pause for a moment to be grateful on this holiday about gratitude.

Thanksgiving Themes from Kitchen to Table by Wednesday_Elf

Whether decorating for Thanksgiving Dinner, preparing the meal, or needing a special host/hostess gift, here are a few ideas with fun Thanksgiving Themes to save you time and tension while preparing for the holiday.

Being Thankful for the Basics by bygproductions

If you live in the United States, Japan, China, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Brazil, Canada, than you live in one of the top 10 richest countries based on estimated 2009 GDP. (1) Here's another statistic for you.

Holiday Recipes from the RocketMoms!

Apple Dumplings by Macs

An apple dumpling is a pastry filled with apple, cinnamon and other spices.Apples are peeled and cored, placed on a portion of dough, then filled with cinnamon and sugar. The dough is then folded over the apples and the dumplings are baked until tender. A light drizzling of syrup tops them off.

Corn Casserole Recipe by sandyspider

Corn casserole is a rich creamy savory dish (also known as cornbread casserole.) Add this to compliment your main course meal for the holidays or anytime.This easy recipe is much like a pudding filled with corn, sour cream, eggs, butter, cheddar cheese and the cornbread muffin mix.

Roast Turkey and Tasty Bread Stuffing by jgelien

Thanksgiving dinner at my house used to be a massive undertaking. I have learned over the years to simplify. I learned to cut way back on the ridiculous number of dishes I always prepared. I finally realized I don't need do everything myself.

Avocado and Tomato Salad by jptanabe

I don't consider myself a great cook and I used to hate pot luck events because I never knew what to bring. But friends who had eaten at my house always asked me to bring my salad with avocado and tomatoes - they thought it was delicious! It's so easy I never thought of it as special

Damper by ElleDeeEsse

Damper is a traditional Australian wheat flour bread baked in the coals of a campfire. Made from nothing more than flour and water with perhaps the addition of salt, damper of the early days of Australian settlement was meant to do little more than fill a hole.

Homemade Bread by Jewelsofawe

I made this bread recipe many times. It is the perfect addition to any holiday table. It is easier to make than you think. You will be glad you made it if you do. Once I started making this I did not want to eat store bought bread again.

Crock Pot Roast Beef A Jus by Brookelorren

Roast beef seems like such a complicated dish to make, but if you use the crock pot, it's fairly simple. To make a great roast with only a little bit of effort, all you have to do is throw the ingredients into the crock pot, add the roast, add water, and wait.

Easy Christmas Cookies For Kids by ShirlW

The difference between Christmas and a Meaningful Christmas is the special moments we create with our families. Kids really look forward to those traditional moments, especially the ones they get to spend with you.

Delicious Bird Milk Recipe by imolaK

I know the title "Bird Milk" sounds weird. This is a delicious dessert which my grandmother used to prepare from time to time.Preparation is not as complicated as it sounds, and no, birds are not involved. I'm telling these because, I remember when I was a child, I always teased my grandmother asking her if there are any birds in milk.

How About Turducken This Year? by Dkprincess6

How about breaking with tradition this year, and cooking a turducken, instead of a turkey this year?So what's a turducken you ask? It's a deboned chicken, stuffed inside a mostly deboned duck, stuck inside a mostly deboned turkey. Then, of course, you can put stuffing in.

5 Things To Do With Leftover Turkey by Dkprincess6

The Maid Stuffing a TurkeyPhotographic PrintLeen, NinaBuy at AllPosters.com After Thanksgiving there's always leftover turkey right? Ever wonder what you can do with all of it? Sure, there's the usual turkey sandwiches, but what else can you do with it?

The Perfect Thanksgiving Smoothie! by Tiffany

Thanksgiving and the other holiday meals are not usually the healthiest. Sure we may add some green beans to the plate next to a jumbo serving of Turkey and mashed potatoes drowned in gravy... but where are the leafy greens and the raw, living foods?

Pumpkin Spice Cookies by Adrian_dsp

I was definitely not blessed with the talent of cooking. My mother has tried to get me to cook since I was a little girl. Finally now that I'm a stay at home mom, I'm trying to work on cooking attempts.

Tomato and Onion Salad by jptanabe

If you love tomatoes and onions like I do, you must enjoy them as salad! It's so easy to make a salad with only two ingredients, plus dressing, you just can't go wrong.Since my husband is Japanese we eat a lot of Japanese-style food.

Dinner Rolls To Die For by Bemused-in-Tasmania

No Need to Knead - Easy and DeliciousI've been making these rolls since forever (which in my case, nearly is forever!) and they are a hit every time. Not only are they simple to make, and virtually fool-proof, but they can be timed to coordinate with the rest of your meal preparation.

Ham Loaf Recipe by Macs

Ham loaf is similar to meatloaf but is made from ground ham, ground pork, brown sugar and seasonings. It's the perfect meal to make when you have leftover ham to get rid of!

Stuffed Eggs For Special Events by imolaK

In my country , and in Europe, stuffed eggs are prepared for special ocasions like Christmas, Easter, birthday parties or any other special events.

Mont Blanc by NanLT

I first made this dessert for our family Christmas dinner two years ago. It gives a nice seasonal change from pies and cakes at the holidays.This dessert was a hit with everyone at my table and it will be at your table as well.

Tasty Holiday Recipes-Side Dishes by momto4

The best thing about the Holidays has got to be the food. I know it's my favorite thing! Each year I always enjoy seeing all my relatives and getting to sit down and catch up over Thanksgiving dinner or Christmas dinner or Easter.

Christmas Pudding Recipe by EverythingMouse

Add the prefect finishing touch to your Holiday meal with the perfect traditional Christmas pudding recipe. This popular British tradition is one which is now popular all over the world.The Christmas pudding certainly has an interesting history.

Hot Chocolate for the Holidays by eclecticeducation

I'm not real crazy about the winter time, but one of the things I do love is sipping hot chocolate on a cold, snowy day. It adds cheer to this frozen time of year.

Quick And Easy Turkey Recipe by RickyRobi

I learned how to make my Thanksgiving Turkey from my Papa Harper. He made the Turkey every year for our big family Thanksgiving dinner. This Turkey Recipe is supper easy, but very tasty. I want to share this family recipe with you and hope you and your family enjoy it as much as mine has.

Hot Chocolate Cocktails by lou16

There's nothing better in winter than to sit around a fire with a lovely mug of hot chocolate.....unless you count hot chocolate with extras! Yes, adults only hot chocolate is a different type of cocktail that you can serve to your family and friends this winter and here I have listed some of the best hot chocolate cocktails for you to enjoy.

World's Best Food Quotes and More by clouda9

Chattin' up the world's best food quotes from the maker's and shaker's of real food and verse.Virtually taste the words by reading these food quotes from celebrities, famous people, plus many more! Are you a foodie or gourmet? Make sure to chime in on the polls.

Tasty Holiday Recipes-Sweet Potatoes by momto4

Every holiday, for as long as I can remember, my aunt has always made her sweet potatoes. And every year my sister and I always fight over who is going to get the last little bit (somehow she usually win!) It has always been one of my favorite things about the holiday.

Great Menus for Christmas Parties by mbgphoto

I love to entertain during the Christmas season. I always look forward to planning my menus and getting ready for my guests to arrive.I enjoy spending the time with my guests so my menus are set in advance and much of the food is prepared ahead of time so I can spend the maximum time with my guests.

Sensational Taco Dip by Norma_Budden

Who loves tacos?I can't say everyone does because it's guaranteed that, somewhere on this planet, someone does not love tacos. Truly, I cannot understand it because I love tacos!There! It's out in the open!

Cranberry Sauce from a Tin Made Gourmet by athomemomblog

If you're one of those ladies who feels overwhelmed at Thanksgiving and Christmas, plopping a can of cranberry sauce into a bowl and chopping it up with a spoon to make it look homemade, this is the page for you.