American winter recipes

Pisco Sour

The famous Pisco Sour is said to have its origins from South America where two countries, Peru and Chile, lay claim as being the first ones to come…

Sir Cedric

A quick casserole given to us by our friend Barb McGillen in Indianapolis. A family favorite

Angel Food Waldorf Cake

A company-best cake recipe with real WOW factor, from my recipe archives. Originally from the Betty Crocker Recipe Card Library (1971) though the…

Awesome Split Pea Soup

We made this soup by combining the best of two recipes...one from America's Test Kitchen and one from Cook's Illustrated's the Best New Recipe. I…

Hershey's Special Dark Truffle Brownie Cheesecake

Uncle Sidney's Red Beans

There are two ways to go here: smoked meats (sausage, rib tips, neck bones, ham, country bacon), OR pickled meat. Either way, you'll obtain a rich…

Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding (easily converts to a lighter bread pudding dessert)

Bread puddings are the ultimate comfort food, but if you're into light,…

Lime & Mint Jelly

Tart and zesty, this jelly makes a nice gift for the holiday host or hostess. Lime is the predominant flavor, with a “hint of mint.” Serve it with…

Cottage Cheese Dill Bread

We don't eat bread often. However when the weather begins to change and it starts getting cooler it seems spark me into wanting to make bread.…

Baked Mashed Potatoes

Baked Mashed Potatoes is a great option for your holiday menu. Creamy, easy and delicious mashed potatoes that will become your regular mashed…

Crazy Hot Dog Scrambled Eggs

This is a super kid friendly dish. We make it when we have left over hot dogs. It's good plain or add a little cheese to it. It's a good weekend…

Starbucks Eggnog Latte Made Skinny

Just 3 ingredients to this pure holiday yumminess! And you don’t need any fancy equipment either. The foamy…

Applesauce Cake Made From Scratch

This cake has become a family tradition during the holidays. I look forward to Christmas just to eat this…

After Thanksgiving Turkey Noodle Soup

There's nothing better than a basic Turkey noodle soup. We all look forward to this after Thanksgiving. This…

Crock Pot Lentil Soup

In the mood for delicious, healthy soup, with high fiber as an added bonus? Try this recipe. Prep time is minimal, and resulting taste is maximum…