Month: November 2011

A whole Pumpkin Pie topped with pastry leaves and surrounded by fallen leaves - a great conclusion to our Thanksgiving menu.

Classic Pumpkin Pie

This pretty Pumpkin Pie is a perfect complement to the colors and aromas of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Somehow its warm spicy fragrance and smooth texture offer a compelling sense of resolution to the holiday feast.

A slice of Cornbread for a Crowd stacked on top of a slab of cornbread sliced into serving sized pieces.

Cornbread for a Crowd

With a touch of honey and the addition of sour cream this cornbread recipe is a crowd-pleaser. Fast and easy to put together, this practical cornbread can also feed a crowd inexpensively and on short notice.

Greek Feta Chicken

A Bookcase Full of Recipes I have an entire bookcase full of cookbooks. It is always overflowing with some sitting on the floor propped up against the side. Having decided that my cookbook collection must remain limited to this space, I frequently find that I need to pick and choose, […]

Spirited Southern Sweet Potato Bars with toasted pecan topping on a white dessert plate in the garden.

Spirited Southern Sweet Potato Bars

Pretty and appealing, Spirited Southern Sweet Potato bars are easy to like. Until you think about it you’ll scarcely notice the addition of red pepper or the flavor of the bourbon. Even then it’s just a whisper for those who are listening.

Courier & Ives Ironstone Gravy Boat on Thanksgiving Table

31 Recipes for Planning Your Thanksgiving Menu

My Thanksgiving menu planner includes recipe suggestions for a complete Thanksgiving feast, and more. Choose from appetizers, side dishes, the main course and desserts to complete a festive holiday dinner. You will also find a few ideas for the long holiday weekend including a soup for Thanksgiving Eve, suggestions for a seasonal breakfast and a little inspiration for using any leftovers from the big meal.