Thanksgiving leftovers sandwich
Is there anything better than a great big Thanksgiving meal? We think so. Leftovers. In our opinion, the leftovers beat the main meal and we
Thanksgiving
Old-fashioned Buttermilk Pie
This old-fashioned buttermilk pie is smooth and creamy. Easy to make and utterly delicious. Be sure to use the best buttermilk and butter in this
Turkey Crescent Roll bundles | Timeless Traditions Recipe
These little bundles of carbs, meat, and dairy are called Turkey Crescent Roll bundles and, to me, they are more than piles of goodness. This
Baked Brie and cranberries (in bread bowls)
Anyone that has baked brie knows what a treat this is. If you haven’t yet tried it, do so! It is an easy, delicious, and
Pumpkin Better than Sex Cake
There are loads of easy cake recipes to bring to parties. Some only take 30 minutes, or others only a few simple steps. This Pumpkin
easy Key Lime Pie
This key lime pie recipe is pretty darn close to the classic version Grandma used to make, with a few changes to simplify the recipe
easy Apple Pie Bars – with crumble topping
These easy Apple Pie bars are easy to make, taste like apple pie AND apple crisp at the same time! Perfect for serving a crowd!
How to create a Thanksgiving Leftovers Station
A Thanksgiving Leftovers Station is easy to put together and a great way to send home guests with leftovers! Guaranteed crowd pleaser this Holiday season!
Bourbon Apple Cider Sangria Cocktail
Bourbon-soaked apples and pears combine with sparkling wine and apple cider for Bourbon Apple Cider Sangria.
Teriyaki Turkey Lettuce Wraps (Paleo & Gluten Free)
My girl Haley is a genius at budget-friendly recipes that are tasty AND good for your pocketbook. Some of you know that I, too, have
The Pumpkin Gingersnap Pie you never knew you needed!
We have updated the photo and recipe for this pumpkin pie post which first appeared in 2013 (though we left many original photos as well). This
Healthier green bean casserole
Green bean casserole is a holiday must-have alongside brown sugar glazed carrots and your favorite stuffing. The mixture of beans, mushrooms, onions, and delicious creaminess
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