My Recipe Box Blog

If you thought you had time to order a pre-made Traditional English Christmas Pudding, you’re probably too late. There ARE several on the market.  However, if you follow tradition…OR…want to start a new one that’s REALLY going to be a “pleaser,” its about time for what’s called: “Stir-up Sunday,” in preparation of this delicacy for your Christmas dinner.

If you don’t have your own English Christmas Pudding Recipe, I’ve got mine for you: CLICK HERE!

It’ll take some time, BUT…Its well worth the effort. This is a traditional Yuletide dish that’s been around for quite awhile and sure to please your family and guests.

Part of the tradition (to this day) involves the British Sixpence, as made reference to in the favorite seasonal favorite tale, “A Christmas Carol,” written by Charles Dickens.

Had your fill of turkey this holiday season?  Well, there’s still a few days left before you indulge in it, again, - probably - as Christmas dinner is around the corner.  Here’s a taste deviation that will satisfy and delight: Chinese BBQ Spare Ribs.

Its a dish that can be served up as a main course, or you can use it as a party appetizer for your Ney year’s Eve get-together.

Here’s the RECIPE!  Its going to take a bit of time, buit its well worth your effort!

OK, I saw this on The Food Network and had to mention it, just because its a nifty little high tech gadget that’s not your ordinary kitchen tool or cookbook. It doesn’t matter if you’re an inexperienced chef, just learning to cook, you just want to try out some new and exciting recipes in your own kitchen, or cook with your kids!  Its a completely interactive cookbook for the Nintendo DS, offering your own private cooking instructor, I’ll tell you all about it when you CLICK HERE!

If you haven’t completed your Thanksgiving meal “bill of fare,” I’ve added a few “last minute” recipes.  As usual, they’re easy, quick, and healthy.  They’re also a favorite on your holiday table for Christmas Dinner.

Southern Style Cornbread Stuffing
Its also called “dressing” when used a side dish.  In the Southern states, its definitely a holiday tradition.

Butternut Squash
Also a favorite traditional dish, particularly on Thanksgiving.

Simple Cranberry Relish
Tired of that usual old canned GLOP of cranberry sauce?  Try this twist with cranberries. Besides, its prettier to look at!

Happy Thankgiving!