Christmas Burger Recipe - Chili Burger with Sweet Potato Fries

Chili Burger with Sweet Potato Fries

Makes : 4 servings.

Fries Ingredients:
2 tablespoons Butter, melted
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
 
Burgers Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 (3/4-ounce) slices Deli American Cheese
4 hamburger buns, if desired

Directions :
1.     Heat oven to 425°F.
2.     Place melted butter into large bowl;
3.     Add sweet potatoes. Toss to coat.
4.     Add all remaining fries ingredients; toss to coat sweet potatoes.
5.     Arrange sweet potatoes in single layer on greased 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
6.     Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning sweet potatoes once, until golden brown.
7.     Heat gas grill on medium or charcoal grill until coals are ash white.
8.     Meanwhile, combine ground beef, onion, chili sauce, pepper and salt in large bowl;

9.     Mix well. Form mixture into 4 (4-inch) patties.
10.   Place patties onto grill. Grill, turning once, to desired doneness (15 to 18 minutes).
11.   Top each burger with 1 slice cheese.
12.   Serve on hamburger buns, if desired.

 

TIP :  Chili sauce is the secret ingredient in these grilled burgers.

Sweet potato flesh can range from yellow to deep orange.

The orange-fleshed varieties are generally sweeter and include the Garnet, Jewel and Beauregard varieties.

Sweet potatoes are high in vitamins A and C and are a good source of potassium and fiber.

Nutrition Facts (1 serving) :
Calories: 420,
Fat: 26g,
Cholesterol: 95mg,
Sodium: 880mg,
Carbohydrates: 18g,
Dietary Fiber: 2g,
Protein: 28g

Recipe Courtesy : Land O Lakes, Inc.

Christmas Casserole Recipe - Crab & Shrimp Casserole

Crab and Shrimp Casserole

Makes : 6 servings

Ingredients : 
1/2 pound crab meat
1/2 pound shelled, cooked salad shrimp
1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed cream of shrimp soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup milk
1 (8-ounce) package very fine small noodles
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 (6-ounce) container fried onion rings

Directions :
1.     Preheat oven to 350*F (175*C).
2.     In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, and mayonnaise.
3.     Stir until smooth. Stir in the crab meat, shrimp and uncooked noodles.
4.     Spoon into an ungreased 9 x 12-inch baking dish.
5.     Sprinkle top with cheese.
6.     Bake, covered, for 35 minutes.
7.     Uncover and sprinkle onion rings over the top.
8.     Return to oven and bake for 10 minutes.

Recipe Courtesy : Helen J.

Christmas Pie Recipe - Raspberry Glaze Pie

Raspberry Glaze Pie
This simple, no-bake raspberry pie is an easy way to transform fresh summer berries into a cool,

sweet treat, ideal after a light warm-weather supper.

Makes : 8 servings.

Ingredients :
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1 cup crushed rinsed raspberries
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
5 cups raspberries, rinsed and drained well
1 (9-inch) baked pie crust

Directions :
1.     In a heavy medium saucepan, stir together sugar and cornstarch.
2.     Gradually stir in water and crushed raspberries.
3.     Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly as the mixture thickens.
4.     Let it come to a boil. Continue cooking and stirring for 1 minute.
5.     Remove from heat and let cool.
6.     In a small mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
7.     Spread in bottom of a 9-inch baked pie crust.
8.     Fill with raspberries.
9.     Pour cooked raspberry mixture on top.
10.   Refrigerate for 3 hours or until set.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes

Christmas Casserole Recipe - Crab and Shrimp Casserole

Crab and Shrimp Casserole

Makes : 6 servings

Ingredients :
1/2 pound crab meat
1/2 pound shelled, cooked salad shrimp
1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed cream of shrimp soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup milk
1 (8-ounce) package very fine small noodles
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 (6-ounce) container fried onion rings

Directions :
1. Preheat oven to 350*F (175*C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, and mayonnaise.
3. Stir until smooth. Stir in the crab meat, shrimp and uncooked noodles.
4. Spoon into an ungreased 9 x 12-inch baking dish.
5. Sprinkle top with cheese.
6. Bake, covered, for 35 minutes.
7. Uncover and sprinkle onion rings over the top.
8. Return to oven and bake for 10 minutes.

Recipe Courtesy : Helen J.

Christmas Stew Receip - Pork & Pepper Stew

Pork and Pepper Stew

Makes : 4 servings.

Ingredients :
3 boneless pork chops, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14 1/2-ounce) diced tomatoes, undrained
8 small red new potatoes (1 pound), quartered
2 red or green bell peppers, cut into bite-size 1/2-inch wide strips
1 cup beef broth
2 teaspoons dried marjoram, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Directions :
1.     In a Dutch oven heat oil over medium-high heat.
2.     Cook and stir onion and garlic until tender but not brown.
3.     Add pork to Dutch oven; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes or until browned.
4.     Stir in tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, 1 cup beef broth, marjoram, salt and pepper; 5.     Bring to boiling, reduce heat.
6.     Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until pork and potatoes are tender.
7.     Combine 1/4 cup beef broth and flour; add to Dutch oven.
8.     Cook over medium heat, stirring constnatly, until mixture thickens.
9.     Stir in parsley.
10.   Serve in bread bowls or with breadsticks.

Nutrition Facts :
Calories 265 calories
Protein 21 grams
Fat 7 grams
Sodium 967 milligrams
Cholesterol 44 milligrams

Recipe courtesy : Pork, The Other White Meat.

Christmas Bar Recipe - Chewy Date Bars

Chewy Date Bars

Makes : 16 bars.

Ingredients :
1 cup chopped dates
2 tablespoons rum
2 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons powdered sugar

Directions :
1.     Preheat oven to 350*F.
2.     In a small bowl, combine chopped dates and rum.
3.     In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat eggs until frothy.
4.     Gradually beat in sugar until fluffy.
5.     With the mixer on low speed, beat in flour and baking powder until blended.

6.     Stir in chopped pecans and the date/rum mixture.
7.     Pour into a greased and floured 8-inch pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes,
        or until the center is just set.
8.     Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
9.     Turn out onto a cutting board and dust with powdered sugar before cutting
        into bars.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes

X'mas Drink Recipe - Santa's Cocoa Mix

Santa's Cocoa Mix
A bit of peppermint turns this creamy chocolate drink into a Christmas treat.

Makes : 10 servings.

Ingredients :
8 cups powdered milk
1 (16-ounce) package instant cocoa
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
10-ounces powdered non-dairy creamer
8-ounces miniature marshmallows
6-ounces finely crushed peppermint candy

Directions :
1.   Combine powdered milk, cocoa, powdered sugar, creamer, marshmallows
      and peppermint candy.
2.   Mix well.
3.   Store in an airtight container.

Recipe To Attach :
For each serving, mix 1/3 to 1/2 cup of mix with 1 cup boiling water; mix well.

Tip :
1.   Garnish it with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for extra flair.
2.   This Recipe is excellent for gift giving.
3.   Simply make the recipe, package in jars and use a festive ribbon to attach
      a decorative label with preparation instructions.

Courtesy : Cook Recipes

Christmas Salsa Recipe - Orange-Mint Salsa

Orange-Mint Salsa

Makes : About 1- 1/2 cups

Ingredients :
2 oranges, peeled, seeded and chopped
3 kiwi fruit, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 cup snipped fresh mint
1/4 cup minced red onion
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
Salt, to taste

Directions :
1.   Stir together all ingredients.
2.   Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3.   Serve chilled or room temperature.

Tip :
Fruit salsa is a tasty side to your holiday ham or along side of Spicy Pork Quesadillas.

With any leftovers add more sliced orange, kiwi, and sliced banana and make into a fruit salad for the next day's lunch.

Nutrition Facts per serving (1 tablespoon) :
Calories 10 calories
Protein 0 grams
Fat 0 grams
Sodium 10 milligrams
Cholesterol 0 milligrams

Courtesy : The Cooks Recipes

Christmas Casserole Recipe - Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

Makes : 4 to 6 servings.

Ingredients :
1/3 cup butter or margarine
1 small onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 (6 to 8 ounce) package stuffing mix
1 2/3 cup water or chicken broth
4 to 5 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 (10 3/4-ounce)can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/3 cup sour cream or milk

Directions :
1.     Melt butter a medium saucepan and saute onion and
        celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
2.     Remove from heat and stir in stuffing mix (and seasoning packet, if included),
         coating well.
3.     Add the water or broth and stir to combine.
4.      Set aside to allow liquid to be absorbed.
5.      Prepare chicken and spread evenly in the bottom of a greased
         13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
6.      Combine soup with the sour cream or milk.
7.      Spoon evenly over chicken.
8.      Sprinkle stuffing mixture evenly over all.
9.      Bake, uncovered, in a 375*F (190*C) oven for 35 minutes or
         until chicken in cooked through.

Tip : Additional salt is unnecessary and not advised, as the stuffing mix and
         condensed soup provides enough for the recipe.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes

Christmas Fish Recipe - Barbecued Salmon in Pesto Sauce

Barbecued Salmon in Pesto Sauce

Makes : 6 servings

Ingredients :
3/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided use
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 cloves garlic, peeled
2 green onions, trimmed and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup olive oil, divided use
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup white wine, divided use
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds salmon
1/2 cup whipping cream

Directions :
1.     Heat grill.
2.     In a food processor, add mint, 1/2-cup Parmesan cheese, cilantro,
         garlic, green onions, basil, chili sauce and salt.
3.     Carefully pour 1/2-cup olive oil in while blending thoroughly; set aside.
4.     In a large dish, combine 1/4-cup olive oil, lemon juice,
         1/4-cup white wine and pepper.
5.     Add salmon and marinate 15 minutes.
6.     Grill the salmon until just flaking, about 12 minutes.
7.     Meanwhile, in a saucepan combine cream and 1/4-cup white wine and
         bring to a boil
8.     Add the garlic mixture and serve over the salmon;
9.     Remove the skin before serving, if desired.
10.   Sprinkle with 1/4-cup Parmesan cheese, and serve with the garlic sauce.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes

Christmas Turkey Recipe - Beer Can Turkey

Beer Can Turkey

Makes : 12 servings.

Ingredients :
1 (9 to 10 pound) whole turkey, thawed or fresh
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons granulated onion
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup canola oil
12 to 24 ounces beer

Directions :
1.     Remove giblets, neck and any excess fat from turkey.
2.     Rinse with cold water; drain well.
3.     In a small bowl combine spices, herbs and seasonings.
4.     Meanwhile, preheat gas grill with all burners on high or build a charcoal fire.
5.     Reduce heat to Indirect Medium heat (about 350ºF) or

         position gray-ashed briquettes on either side of an aluminum drip pan.
6.     Pour beer inside turkey sitter and set aside.
7.     Blot turkey dry with paper towels.
8.     Rub interior of bird with 2-3 teaspoons of rub mixture.
9.     Brush turkey all over with oil and place drumstick-side down on sitter.
10.   Season turkey exterior with remaining rub.
11.   Place turkey directly on the grill rack cooking grate, carefully balancing the bird.
12.   Grill over Indirect Medium heat for about 2-3 hours until the juices run clear
        and a meat thermometer registers 185 degrees F in thigh and
        170 degrees F in breast.
13.   Wearing barbecue mitts, carefully remove turkey from the grill,
        being careful not to spill the hot beer. Discard the beer.
14.   Let turkey rest at least 20 minutes before carving. Serve warm.

 

 

NOTE  :   On some grills, lid may not close completely. In this case,

a small gap will still allow turkey to grill thoroughly. For added safety,

place foil over turkey to avoid contact with grill lid.

Recipe courtesy : The National Turkey Federation

Christmas Salad Dressing Recipe

Fresh Lime Fruit Salad Dressing
A refreshing dressing, versatile enough to use as a dip.

Makes : 8 servings.
 
Dip Ingredients:
1 cup Sour Cream
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons grated lime peel

Dippers Ingredients:
Assorted fresh fruit (apple wedges, banana slices, grapes, strawberries, cherries, etc.)

Directions :
1.   Stir together all dip ingredients in small bowl.
2.   Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
3.   Serve dip with assorted fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts (2 tablespoons without dippers):
Calories: 220
Fat: 16 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg
Sodium: 70 mg
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 2 g

Recipe courtesy : Land O Lakes, Inc.

Christmas CheeseCake Receipe

Chocolate-Almond No-Bake Cheesecake
A light and fluffy chocolate cheesecake that's not too sweet.

Makes : 10 servings.

Ingredients :
2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
1 cup finely chopped toasted almonds
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 packet unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup milk
1 (12-ounce) package or 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions :
1.     Combine cookie crumbs, almonds, sugar and butter in a medium bowl.
2.     Press into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
3.     For the filling, sprinkle gelatin over milk in a small saucepan.
4.     Let stand until gelatin is dissolved, about 1 minute.
5.     Warm over low heat until, stirring occasionally.
6.     Mixture will become slightly translucent.
7.     In a large saucepan, melt chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly.
8.     Remove from heat and beat in cream cheese and sour cream until fluffy.
9.     Stir in gelatin mixture and almond extract, beating until smooth.
10.   Whip cream in a medium bowl until soft peaks are formed.
11.   Fold into cream mixture and transfer to prepared crust.
12.   Chill until firm, at least 3 hours.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes

Christmas Bonbons Recipe

Christmas Bonbons

Ingredients :

1/3 cup sugar

1/4 cup margarine; softened

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed and undiluted

1/4 cup honey

1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange rind

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 egg

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all purpose flour

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon baking soda

1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/3 cup golden raisins

1/3 cup finely chopped dried apricots

3 tablespoons chopped almonds

 

Directions :

1.     Cream sugar and margarine, using an electric mixer set at medium speed,

         until mixture is light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).

2.     Add juice concentrate, honey, orange rind, vanilla, and egg;

3.     Beat at medium speed until blended.

4.     Combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves and allspice.

5.     With mixer running at low speed, gradually add to orange mixture.

6.     Stir in cranberries, raisins, apricots, and almonds.

7.     Spoon batter evenly into 33 paper lined miniature muffin pans.

8.     Bake at 350 deg F for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

9.     Cool in pans 3 minutes;

10.   Remove from pans and cool on wire rack.

 

 

Courtesy : World Famous Recipes

 

 

Christmas Bread Recipe - Choclate Chip Banana Bread

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Makes : 1 loaf (18 servings)

Ingredients :
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup mashed ripe banana (2 to 3 medium)
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 large eggs
1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions :
1.   Heat oven to 350°F.
2.   Grease bottom only of 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
3.   Combine all ingredients except small chocolate chips and walnuts in large bowl,
4.   Blend well on medium speed of mixer.
5.   Stir in small chocolate chips and walnuts.
6.   Pour batter into prepared pan.
7.   Bake 60 to 65 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
8.   Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan.
9.   Cool completely on wire rack.

Variations:  Chocolate Chips or Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips may be substituted for small chocolate chips.

Recipe courtesy : The Hershey Company

Christmas Pie Crust Recipe - Peanut Butter Chip Crust

Peanut Butter Chip Crust

Makes : One 9-inch pie crust.

Ingredients :
1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs
3/4 cup peanut butter-flavored chips
2 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons melted butter

Directions :
1.   Put vanilla wafer crumbs and peanut butter chips in food processor or electric blender and process

       until mixture is well combined and fine crumbs.
2.   Combine crumb mixture with the sugar and melted butter.
3.   Press crust mixture into a 9-inch pie pan and chill until firm. Fill as desired.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes

Christmas Sausage Recipe

Quick-Mix Breakfast Sausage

Serves : 8

Ingredients :

1 pound ground pork
1 teaspoon ground sage
1/2 teaspoon dried savory
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions :
1.   Thoroughly mix seasonings into pork.
2.   May refrigerate covered to allow flavors to "marry".
3.   Shape into patties and brown OR crumble and brown for use in a recipe.

Tip :
*For Spiced Breakfast Sausage: To Breakfast Sausage mix add 1/4 teaspoon EACH ground cloves and ground mace

Nutrition Facts :
Calories 120 calories
Protein 10 grams
Fat 8 grams
Sodium 170 milligrams
Cholesterol 40 milligrams
Saturated Fat 3 grams
Carbohydrates 0 grams

Recipe courtesy : Cooks Recipe

Christmas Fish Recipe - Fish in Beer Batter

Fish In Beer Batter

Makes : 4 servings.

Ingredients :
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup beer
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 (8-ounce) sole fillets

Directions :
1.   In a large bowl mix flour and baking powder; stir in beer, egg, paprika, salt
      and garlic powder.
2.   Heat oil in a skillet.
3.   Dip sole fillets in the batter, one by one; coating both sides.
4.   Put directly into the hot oil, fry for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until done.
5.   Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
6.   This fish is moist and flaky. Serve with homemade French fries for a quick
      meal.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes

Christmas Appetizer Recipe - Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail

Cranberry Shrimp Cocktail

Makes : 12 servings.

Ingredients :
Cocktail Sauce :
1 (16-ounce) can Cranberry Sauce (Jellied)
1/2 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish

Shrimp:
48 cooked medium shelled deveined shrimp with tails left on (about 1 pound)

Directions :
1.   Combine all sauce ingredients in a medium saucepan.
2.   Bring to a boil on medium-high heat.
3.   Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes or until onion is tender and sauce thickens
      slightly, stirring frequently.
4.   Cool; refrigerate until cold.
5.   Fill a large bowl with crushed ice
6.   Place bowl of cocktail sauce in center of ice.
7.   Arrange shrimp on ice around bowl of sauce.

Courtesy : Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.

Christmas Bar Recipe - Strawberrie-n-Cream Dream Bar

Strawberries 'N Creme Dream Bars

Makes : 24 bars.

Ingredients :
1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
2 tablespoons butter OR margarine, melted
2 (8-ounce each) packages cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
24 strawberries

Directions :
1.   Preheat oven to 375*F.
2.   Combine vanilla wafer crumbs and melted butter in a bowl.
3.   Press onto the bottom of an 8-inch square pan.
4.   Beat together softened cream cheese, sugar and eggs until smooth.
5.   Stir in lemon juice and vanilla. Pour over the crust.
6.   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the center is set.
7.   Cool, then cut into squares.
8.   Melt semisweet chocolate chips and decorate the squares.
9.   Top with 24 strawberries.

Courtesy : Cooks Recipes