Orange/ Cranberry Muffins

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20-25 minutes Materials: 2 cups flour sifted 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon Pinch of salt 1 cup granulated sugar Zest of 1 orange 1/4 cup orange juice 1/2 cup whole milk 1/2 cup neutral oil 2 large eggs 1 tbsp. vanilla extract 1 cup fresh or frozen…

Hot Chocolate Cupcakes

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: Varies on box mixture Materials: 1 box white cake mix (as well as the ingredients listed on the box, i.e. eggs, oil, water) 1/3 cup hot chocolate mix plus additional 1 tbsp. for frosting 14 oz can vanilla frosting 1 cup mini marshmallows Marshmallow crème for filling (optional) or…

Eggnog Breakfast Bake

Prep time: 15-20 minutes Cook time: 40-45 minutes Materials: 1 package (16 oz) plain Panettone 1 1/2 cups eggnog 1/2 cup whole milk 4 large eggs 1 tbsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp cinnamon (additional 1/2 tsp needed for glaze) 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1/2 cup granulated sugar Pinch of salt 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2 tbsp….

Quick & Easy Soft Pretzels

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 18-20 minutes Materials: 1 can buttermilk biscuits 1/4 cup baking soda 1 egg w/ 1 tbsp. cold water Sea salt to taste Process: Cut each biscuit into fours. Taking each piece roll into a ball and using a small pairing knife cut an X into the top. Set aside….

Dynamite Sliders

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: Materials: 1 lb. ground beef or turkey 1 onion chopped 2 garlic cloves minced 2 bell peppers chopped 1/4 cup tomato paste 28 oz. tomato sauce 10oz diced tomatoes & chilies 1 tbsp. sugar 1 tbsp. oregano 1 tsp basil 1/4 tsp (more if you like heat) red pepper…

Holiday Salsa

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 0 minutes Materials: 1 cup pomegranate seeds 1/3 cup cilantro diced 1 shallot diced 1/2-1 jalapeño diced Salt and pepper to taste Juice of 1/2 lime 1-2 tbsp. honey 1 tbsp. olive oil Process: In a small mixing bowl combine all the above ingredients. Enjoy right away or refrigerate…