Christmas Cake

Posted in Desserts, Recipes on January 4th, 2010 by admin | No Comments »

Ingredients: 1 ½ cup of butter. 1 ¾ cup of brown sugar. 16 eggs 4 lbs of raisins. 4 lbs of currants. 1 lb of mixed peel 2 lbs of flour. 1 lb of blanched & chopped almonds 2 x grated nutmeg ½ pt Brandy. 1 tablespoon of lemon essence. Directions: Cream butter together with the sugar. Add the beaten egg yolks, followed by the stiffly... ...read the full story

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Christmas Sugar Cookies

Posted in Breakfast, Recipes on January 3rd, 2010 by admin | No Comments »

Ingredients: 4 cups of flour. 2 cups of sugar. 1 cup of shortening. 1 cup of buttermilk. 2 large eggs. 2 teaspoons of baking powder. 1 teaspoon of baking soda. ½ teaspoon of vanilla. ½ teaspoon of salt. Directions: Cream together the sugar and the shortening. Add the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla, then beat thoroughly. In a separate bowl... ...read the full story

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Christmas Cranberry Punch

Posted in Drinks on January 3rd, 2010 by admin | No Comments »

Ingredients: 7 ½ cup of Cranberry juice cocktail. 3 ¾ cup of Orange juice. 22 ½ oz Sugar-free lemon-lime pop. Whole cranberries. Directions: 1. Mix the Orange and Cranberry juices in a bowl. 2. Slowly pour in the lemon-lime pop into the bowl, try not to make too many bubbles. 3. Float the whole cranberries on the top of the punch.  Read More →

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Christmas Fudge

Posted in Recipes on January 3rd, 2010 by admin | No Comments »

Ingredients: 3 cups of whole pecan halves. 3 cups of sugar. 1 ½ cups of heavy cream. 1 ½ cups of chopped Brazil nuts. 1 ½ cups of chopped walnuts. 1 cup of candied cherries. 1 cup of candied pineapple. 1 cup of white corn syrup. 1 teaspoon of salt. 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Directions: Take the pecans, brazil nuts, walnuts, candied cherries... ...read the full story

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Christmas Cookies

Posted in Recipes on December 21st, 2009 by admin | No Comments »

Introduction During the festive season it is important for families to spend not only quality time but fun time together. A great way to share some quality and fun time is to make and bake Christmas cookies. Even very young children can participate and they especially love the job or stirring or adding ingredients. It’s quality time because you are... ...read the full story

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Breakfast Strata

Posted in Recipes on December 17th, 2009 by admin | No Comments »

Introduction Make this easy egg and sausage strata the night before and wake up to a leisurely breakfast on Christmas morning. Pop it in the oven while everyone’s opening presents and you’ll have something left to tuck into once all the gifts are unwrapped. Ingredients 1 lb. (500 g) sausage meat, any kind 1 onion, chopped 1 loaf egg or... ...read the full story

Christmas Tree Cookies

Posted in Recipes on December 17th, 2009 by admin | No Comments »

Introduction This basic sugar cookie dough recipe can also be rolled into balls, dropped from a spoon, or baked in a pan to make bar cookies. But for the holidays, it’s a wonderful to roll and cut out into tree shapes because they’re not too delicate (no tiny pieces to break off) and they’re simple to decorate, too. Simply shake colored... ...read the full story

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Christmas Pudding

Posted in Recipes on December 15th, 2009 by admin | No Comments »

Introduction: No traditional Christmas dinner is complete without pudding. It is best if allowed to mature for at least two days before serving, but it can be made up to three months ahead. Makes 12 to 16 servings. Preparation time: 5 hours and 3 days. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups raisins, chopped 2/3 cup dates, pitted and chopped 1 cup soft dried figs,... ...read the full story

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Christmas Fruit Mince

Posted in Recipes on December 15th, 2009 by admin | No Comments »

Introduction: Serve this spicy fruit mixture in pies or miniature tarts for Christmas festivities. Prepare the mince well beforehand to ensure full flavor–and to make the pie-making go faster. Makes about 10 cups. Preparation time: 6 weeks. Cooking time: 30 minutes. Ingredients 3 cups dried currants 1 1/2 cups golden raisins 1 1/2 cups dark raisins 3/4... ...read the full story

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