Recipes for Real Life
Welcome to our collection of holiday recipes. This collection includes main dishes, side dishes, casseroles, desserts, cookies and more. If you’re looking for recipe ideas for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter or other holidays and get-togethers like celebrations and potlucks, you are in the right place.
I was introduced to this book years ago by a co-worker. I got my own copy shortly thereafter. It is a must-have for every wet bar. It makes a great gift, too! PS – I’ve had this book for years and just noticed it has one page in the back titled ‘Notes and Phone Numbers.’ …
Thinking of getting festive for Cinco de Mayo tomorrow? Might I share a few ideas . . . Salsa Quesadillas (top) Easy Chicken & Cheese Enchiladas (bottom) Even if you’re just planning to whip up a Taco Bar, I highly recommend not leaving out the Spanish rice or Sweet Corn Cake. As you can tell, they are …
Hands-on time: 5 minutes Total time: 15 minutes 1 lb green beans 1 Tbsp olive oil Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the green beans, and cook until tender 5-7 minutes. Drain and toss with the remaining tablespoon of oil and serve. And now the final of the recipes from Real …
Hands-on time: 10 minutes Total time: 35 minutes 2 large russet potatoes (about 1 lb), washed ¼ c whole milk 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces 4 oz Cheddar cheese, grated (1 c) Microwave the potatoes on high until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Halve lengthwise, and preserving the skins, scoop the flesh into …
Hands-on time: 10 minutes total time: 1 hour Serves 4 1 boneless, skinless turkey breast (about 2½ lbs) 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme salt and pepper Heat oven to 400°F. Place the turkey breast on a rimmed baking sheet and rub with 1 Tbsp of the oil; season with thyme, ½ …