Breaking Bread
at the holiday table
Bread, yum, now you are talking my favorite part, but not just any bread. There are only two I absolutely love: true parker house rolls and Southern buttermilk biscuits. No table is complete without them! Invest a little time and be sure to make real home-made rolls and biscuits. Another great bread to serve is a simple cast iron skillet cornbread stuffed with jalapeños, corn, cilantro. Works well with Turkey! Pull-apart, yeasty breads are the best and worth the extra effort to make.
More Than American Pie!
I absolutely pecan pie but I love it mixed with other items! I came across a pumpkin/pecan pie that combines both into one! I think I found that recipe in Southern Living Magazine and it is to die for! For traditionalists, the classic pumpkin pie is a great standby, but I invite all cooks to try mincemeat. It was originally made from meat, but now it’s made from fruit. Look for easy because you will be stretched with doing all the main dishes and sides! I love my mother’s coconut cake recipe for the holidays. Try a caramel crème brûlée or ask one of your guests to bring a family favorite.