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Skip to Recipe The holiday season is about to begin, which means it is time to party with our near and dear ones. Christmas involves a lot of prep, especially when you're hosting. Amidst all the gifts-wrapping, and decorating the Christmas tree, the last thing you want is to be stressed over ridiculously difficult recipes. That's where this easy appetizer comes into play! When it comes to holiday appetizers, nothing is as classic as Pigs in a Blanket. Delicious mini smokies are wrapped in flaky, buttery puff pastry dough and baked to perfection. They are one of my favorite snacks when hosting a party along with some of my other favorites such as Crispy Parmesan Potato Stacks , Brie Raspberry Bites and Easy Garlic Parmesan Knots. Why is it called Pigs in a Blanket? Sounds funny, doesn’t it? The term “pigs in a blanket” typically refers to hot dogs, in this case, mini cocktail smok

Skip to Recipe A warm, freshly baked dinner roll is one of the biggest highlights of the holiday table, be it Thanksgiving or Christmas. A few days ago, I was scrolling through Pinterest when I stumbled upon these Pumpkin Shaped Dinner Rolls. One look and I was so besotted I knew I had to make them. These little pumpkins look so pretty and adorable, who wouldn’t want to bake them? This year, instead of settling for store-bought ones, take it up a notch and impress your guests with a basket of these delicious rolls. These Pumpkin Dinner Rolls are soft, fluffy, buttery, perfectly sweet and deliciously satisfying. They are definitely going to be the highlight of your Thanksgiving Table! The taste of pumpkin is very subtle in these rolls and hence can be served with almost anything. While they are great as breakfast slathered in butter or cream cheese, their pull-apart shape makes them perfect for dipping into soups and s

Skip to Recipe Who doesn't like potatoes? They are versatile, affordable, and it doesn’t take much to transform them into scrumptious, mouthwatering dishes, making them an excellent choice for party appetizers that can feed a hungry crowd. These Crispy Parmesan Potato Stacks are a fun twist on the traditional potato dishes. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes that are infused with butter, garlic and parmesan and then baked in a muffin pan until golden and crispy. As each stack bakes, the top layers of the potatoes and edges get crispy while the center remains soft and creamy. Not to mention,as they bake in the oven, they will leave your kitchen smell incredible! Though they look festive and elegant, they don’t need much to make them delish. The secret to a great stack is thinly slicing the potatoes and layering them together. So while a sharp knife is an option, you're much better off using a mandolin. This ensures that each

Skip to Recipe With Easter weekend just around the corner, I am sure most of you have got your hands full with the last-minute preparation. If you looking for an easy yet impressive appetizer to entertain your guests, then you have to try these Brie Raspberry Bites. Flaky puff pastry filled with creamy gooey brie cheese and a hint of sweetness from the raspberry sauce, topped with chopped pecans and fresh sprigs of rosemary- these festive yet flavorful bites make the perfect start to the Easter meal. Baked till golden crisp, every morsel of these Brie Bites has the perfect blend of flavors and screams deliciousness! These are a total game-changer in any party and get polished off in minutes! Though these may look super fancy, you only need 4 ingredients to make this appetizer: Puff pastry sheet, brie, raspberry sauce and pecans, and no one will know how easy they were to put together. Can I make these Brie Bites

Skip to Recipe I can't believe this year is going to end and Christmas is just 3 days away! Nothing defines 'Christmas!' more than a slice of traditional fruit cake! It takes me back to my childhood days, where mouth watering plum and fruit cakes would jostle for spaces in the bakery days before Christmas. A Christmas cake is a rich, dense fruit cake that is filled with warm baking spices and dried fruits like apricots, raisins soaked in alcohol. Traditionally, making it takes a lot of time where you’ll have to spend several weeks feeding the cake with alcohol before it is ready to be consumed. However, if you are looking for an easy alcohol- free Christmas fruitcake to make the last minute, then your search ends right here! This is a festive, flavorful and moist fruit cake that you can cherish the holiday season! A cup of warm coffee in my hand, with a big slice of this cake is enough to perk up my winter afternoons!

Skip to Recipe Nothing can be cozier than snuggling up on the couch, wrapped up in a cozy blanket with a warm drink in your hands on a winter night. And, when it comes to warm drinks, how can I forget the classic Mulled Wine. I was first introduced to this festive drink at a Christmas market in Germany. Standing out in the cold and sipping it while looking at all the glittering lights of the markets was a true Christmas Market experience. Mulled Wine is an alcoholic drink usually made with red wine, simmered along with aromatic whole spices that is enjoyed by people all over the world during the holiday season. It is also known as Glühwein, Glögg, or Vin Chaud, Vin Brulé, or any other name, depending on where in the world you live. Needless to say, it seems like just about everyone in the world loves this warm beverage. I love it too and it is something that I look forward to making every winter. This classic drink can be easil