Tag: Thanksgiving

Small Batch Molasses Cookies Recipe

Small Batch Molasses Cookies Recipe

This small batch cookie recipe yields 6 cookies, but they are large cookies. I was thrilled with how they tasted (My first time trying a molasses cookie). They are soft and chewy, and it’s difficult to eat just one.

Small Batch Soft Pumpkin Cookies Recipe

Small Batch Soft Pumpkin Cookies Recipe

Fall is all wrapped up into a soft and cakey pumpkin cookie. They present a warm pumpkin spice flavor. Cookies are a quick and easy fall or anytime-of-year treat.

Cranberry Mousse Recipe for Two

Cranberry Mousse Recipe for Two

This dessert has several steps, but easy steps. The resulting dessert is worth every minute. It is elegant looking and tastes wonderful. The sugared cranberries used as a garnish are amazing in flavor and appearance. This is a must-make dessert for a special occasion.

Spiced Orange Carrots Recipe for Two

Spiced Orange Carrots Recipe for Two

I love carrots, especially when they are in season. Of course, you can make this dish any time of year. We have tried baby carrots (our favorite), regular carrots, and rainbow carrots. They all work in this recipe. The glaze is slightly spiced and sweet, a perfect match for the carrots. This dish adds a bright visual addition to any meal.

Small Batch Baked Brie Recipe

Small Batch Baked Brie Recipe

I fell in love with this cheese immediately. It is mild, creamy, and delicious. The crunch of pecans, spiced apricot, and cranberries goes so well with the cheese flavor.

Salad with Pears and Goat Cheese Recipe for Two

Salad with Pears and Goat Cheese Recipe for Two

This is not a boring salad. It is full of fresh flavors, and the vinaigrette adds a nice touch. The crunch of the pecans takes the place of the usual croutons. The goat cheese adds a wonderful creamy texture to this salad. This is one of our favorite salads.

Mulled Red Wine Recipe for Two

Mulled Red Wine Recipe for Two

This not only tastes wonderful, but it will fill your home with an aromatic scent of orange and spices. A warm and traditional mulled wine. Perfect on a cold night or add to your holiday gathering. It tastes and smells like holiday magic.

Thanksgiving Dinner for Two

Thanksgiving Dinner for Two

Thanksgiving gives us warm and comforting feelings. Our family not only looks forward to a wonderful meal, but also to spending time together. We usually play games and watch a favorite movie. Mom says I outdid myself with the menu this year. Everything is so flavorful. I think the Crustless Pumpkin Pie is my favorite, but I had a hard time choosing. Mom’s favorite thing this year is the mini Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Balls.

Mini Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Balls Recipe for Two

Mini Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Balls Recipe for Two

These cheese balls are the perfect size and taste amazing. They blend creamy and crunchy with wonderful flavor notes from chives and cranberries. Make them any time of the year, especially around Thanksgiving and Christmas. They are beautiful and won’t disappoint.

Crispy Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Recipe for Two

Crispy Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Recipe for Two

I’m not a Brussels sprout lover. I actually don’t like them prepared in any way. On the other hand, Bethany loved these. She didn’t have a problem eating them in two meals. This is the first time she tried Brussels sprouts, my bad. The glaze