Merry & Bright | December 2018

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Gingerbread-Berry Trifle

Featuring gingersnaps, sweet jam, fresh berries, and a vanilla pudding and cream cheese custard, this trifle-meets-icebox cake is a festive centerpiece dessert for the holidays.

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White Russian Hot Toddy

The ideal after-dinner sipper on a cold winter’s night, this version uses rum instead of whiskey or vodka for a drink that will warm you inside and out.

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Chocolate Christmas Trees

Add some extra pizzazz and decorate these festive trees with fun sprinkles in different colors and shapes.

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Steak with Caper Butter

There’s never been an easier way to impress guests than with this seasoned butter spooned over sirloin. Serve with baked potatoes and a green salad.

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Snowman Cheese Ball

This adorable snowman will delight kids and grown-ups alike. For the most snow-like Parmesan, place small chunks in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form.

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Brussels Sprout Gratin with Bacon

Gooey Gruyère binds together creamy potatoes, crunchy bacon, and earthy Brussels sprouts in this guest-worthy side dish.

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Seared Scallops with Lemony Potatoes

This sophisticated supper comes together in minutes thanks to quick-cooking scallops and store-bought mashed potatoes. Be sure to pat the scallops very dry to get the best sear.

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Shrimp Linguine alla Vodka

A seafood-rich take on an Italian-American classic, this quick dish starts off with store-bought sauce to get dinner on the table even faster.

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Thai Chicken Pizza

A quick and easy riff on that ‘90s mall classic, this version features the same shredded carrots and cilantro for freshness with a base of sweet peanut sauce.

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Beet and Hazelnut Salad

The earthiness of beets is rounded out by a Dijon-spiked vinaigrette and crisp greens for a salad that’s equal parts tasty and beautiful.

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Noodle Kugel with Cinnamon-Cracker Topping

Slightly salty, buttery cracker crumbs are an unexpected upgrade to this traditional Jewish side dish.

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Olive Oil Dreidel Cookies

Using olive oil in these cookies not only adds flavor but also makes them perfect for Chanukah. Let kids get creative and decorate their own with icing pens and colorful sprinkles.

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Root Veggie Latkes

Using a mixture of different root vegetables like sweet potatoes and parsnips in addition to traditional potatoes gives more depth and sweetness to these fried Chanukah treats.

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Sweet Onion Brisket

Caramelized sweet onions plus a low-and-slow braise turn beef brisket into an irresistibly tender and flavorful main dish.

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Corn Flake-Crusted Chicken Tenders

Corn flakes are the not-so-secret ingredient for the ultimate crunchy breading in this dinner that’s a winner with adults and kids alike.

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Beef Empanada Stars

These delightful meat pies are stuffed with a spiced meat mixture and Cheddar. Serve as a fun Christmas appetizer or casual dinner.

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Baked Camembert with Red Currants

What’s not to love about gooey melted cheese topped with sweet jelly and fresh, festive currants? This crowd-pleasing showstopper is sure to become a holiday favorite.

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Bacon-Wrapped Chicken with Spinach

A bacon blanket jazzes up lean chicken in this easy dinner that you’ll want to put in your weekly rotation.