Hard Sauce At every Thanksgiving dinner I remember, a big bowl of Hard Sauce (sprinkled with nutmeg) has been the inseparable companion for Mince Pie. As kids we silently measured the amount each person before us scooped onto the dessert … Continue reading →
Homemade Mincemeat Makes enough for 1 pie and 6 mini tarts Served with Hard Sauce on the side, Mince Pie in various forms has been the Thanksgiving dessert favorite in my family forever. Mincemeat is a classic sweet and savory … Continue reading →
Sautéed Julienne Root Vegetables Serves 6-8 This is a colorful, light alternative to scalloped sweet potato or candied yams. I know it’s not “traditional” for Thanksgiving and it could fly in the face of Uncle Fred’s favorite miniature marshmallow-topped casserole … Continue reading →
Sautéed Brussel Sprout Leaves and Kale Serves 6-8 When they are cut away from the core, brussel sprout leaves are delicately sweet and stay cup-shaped even after they are sautéed. Combined with dark green kale and a little lemon juice, … Continue reading →
