Category: Recipes

Good-Bye Fruitcake, Hello Fruitcake Cookies Recipe

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There are fruitcakes, some delicious, some unfortunate. They are a classic but polarizing holiday dessert. And then, there are fruitcake cookies, irresistible finger food that will remain popular far beyond the holidays. Sun-Maid, seller of popular dried fruits that go into fruitcakes (and many other recipes) during the holiday season—has formally announced an amicable break…
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Smoked Mussels: An Unusual But Tasty Stocking Stuffer

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[1] A tin of smoked mussels is a tasty little stocking stuffer (photos #1 and #2 © Good Eggs). [2] These mussels are sustainably harvested off the coast of Spain. [3] Crostini with smoked mussels and diced tomato, red onion, celery root, and cilantro (photo © Rachel Claire | Pexels). [4] Add some smokey protein…
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A Lane Cake Recipe For Christmas & The History Of Lane Cake

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Lane cake a Southern specialty, is a rich, boozy cake often served for birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and other special occasions. It is the official state cake of Alabama, home of its inventor, Emma Rylander Lane. “I just love this southern-style dessert, and so do dinner guests, says Mabel Parvi of Ridgefield, Washington, who shares her…
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Salted Cod Recipe With Tomatoes, Capers and Olives

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[1] Delicious salted cod with tomatoes, capers, olives, and red pepper flakes (photos #1, #2, #5, #8, and #9 © DeLallo). [2] A box of salt cod, ready for soaking. [3] Non-pareil capers are the smallest and most delicate in flavor (photos #3 and #6 © Good Eggs). [4] Crushed red pepper flakes (photo ©…
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Easy Christmas Risotto Recipe & The Types Of Risotto Rice

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Most of us would not consider risotto to be an “easy” recipe. It requires constant observation and stirring. But Dole created this recipe as a multi-cooker risotto. The rice practically makes itself! And the bright holiday colors have great eye appeal in what is often a “beige” dish. The recipe follows below, but first: >…
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