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This Friday is our group of friends' Thanksgiving potluck.  The hosts are cooking the turkey and we are bringing side dishes.  After searching for a tasty side dish, I've decided on this one.  It's easy, I can make it the night before and it sounds delish! Au Gratin Potato Casserole Yield: Makes 10 to 12 servings Ingredients […]

November 18, 2009

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ALL Holiday items are now on SALE over at Hostess Jo! Wine and cheese anyone? Winter Cardinal Cheese Server Winter Cardinal Glass Stick-ems  Perfect place to shop for your holiday gifts!  As always-free ground shipping for purchases over $75! 

November 16, 2009

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Here is an easy way to transform a regular terra cotta pot into a pilgrim's hat for a festive Thanksgiving centerpiece!  So cute. Materials: Oak tag8"-wide terra-cotta potScissors or craft knifeMini glue gunTerra-cotta spray (we used American Accents) 28" x 2" brown velvet ribbon or fabricMetallic gold paper Instructions: Cut approximately 15"-diam circle from oak […]

November 16, 2009

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How do you feel about white chocolate?  A lot of people I know are not huge fans.  I happen to LOVE it!  I will definitely be trying this recipe for white hot chocolate.  What a great twist on the traditional. White Hot Chocolate Ingredients 3  cups half-and-half or light cream* 3/4  cup vanilla-flavor baking pieces […]

November 13, 2009

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I love the look of this citrus fruit centerpiece with the addition of the shiny ornaments.  It's perfect for the holiday season!  BONUS-it's easy and inexpensive too.    What you need: • Metal tiered tray• Florist foam, soaked• Lemons• Limes• Clementines• Blood oranges• Sphagnum moss• Florist pins  Use one third of the florist foam on […]

November 12, 2009

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Well my previous post got me searching for cranberry recipes.  There are a ton of cranberry sauce and cranberry muffin recipes out there… but how many of you have ever used cranberries in your appetizers?  Here a couple of yummy ones I've found so far…and of course the cocktails to go with them! (click titles for recipes) […]

November 10, 2009

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I noticed our grocery store just started carrying fresh cranberries-that means its officially holiday season!  I love anything made with cranberries.  Their bright red color is even great in decorating for the holidays.  How about using them in your Thanksgiving and holiday flower arrangements?  What a festive touch they add to a simple bouquet. Just rinse […]

November 9, 2009