Creamy Red Pepper Pasta

Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Burrata & Herbs

The simplest creamy red pepper pasta flavored with caramelized shallots, garlic, lots of woodsy herbs, balsamic vinegar, and parmesan cheese. Topped with burrata for a fresh, extra creamy finish. This pasta is so delicious and just the thing to put on your Christmas menus! Continue reading “Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Burrata & Herbs”

Filet Mignon with Rosemary Cream Sauce & Mushrooms

Sharing the special, festive dinner we all need on our Christmas tables – filet mignon with rosemary cream sauce & mushrooms. It’s an easy-to-follow recipe that you will absolutely want on your holiday menu! The steak is seared simply, the cream sauce is flavored with rich herbs and parmesan, and everything is topped with a really vibrant parsley topping! Continue reading “Filet Mignon with Rosemary Cream Sauce & Mushrooms”

Pear & Prosciutto Ricotta Tart

Pear & Prosciutto Ricotta Tart

A Christmas appetizer worth swooning over – pear & prosciutto ricotta tart with a rosemary honey butter sauce and pecans. The Prosciutto di Parma is the absolute star, pairing so well with the buttery pastry and sweet pears. I can’t think of a better combination of flavors and textures to start off a holiday meal on the very tastiest note! Continue reading “Pear & Prosciutto Ricotta Tart”

Roasted Garlic & Kale Caesar Salad

Roasted Garlic & Kale Caesar Salad

Sharing this simple kale caesar salad today that will be the perfect addition to your Christmas menus! Thinly sliced romaine & kale, crispy bacon, torn croutons, and lots of parmesan cheese…all tossed in a flavorful roasted garlic caesar dressing. It’s a spin on the traditional caesar salad that’s really beautiful and bursting with caramelized garlic flavor. There’s lots of crunch and texture, and just the right amount of nutty parmesan. Perfect salad for any December meal. Continue reading “Roasted Garlic & Kale Caesar Salad”

Spiced Mascarpone Cranberry Cake

Spiced Mascarpone Cranberry Cake

Sharing a festive cake to kick off the holiday baking season: spiced mascarpone cranberry cake. A simple spiced cake flavored with warm cinnamon & nutmeg, with flavors of orange and creamy mascarpone running throughout the batter. Topped with a tart cranberry jam and baked until golden. Dusted with lots of powdered sugar and served in slices. This cake is just the thing to have on your holiday table, whether it be for a morning breakfast with a cup of coffee or a delicious dessert. Continue reading “Spiced Mascarpone Cranberry Cake”

Pumpkin Cheesecake

The Original Dish 2020 Thanksgiving Menu

The holiday season officially kicks off next week with a big turkey feast, and I’m so excited to share my 2020 Thanksgiving Menu with you!! This year’s menu is simple and a little scaled back, but we’re covering all the essentials with a decadent breakfast, a festive appetizer, staple side dishes, a beautifully roasted turkey, and my favorite classic dessert. It’s a delicious menu that I for one am beyond excited to cook this coming Thursday. In this guide, you’ll also find a grocery list, kitchen timeline, and my best Thanksgiving tips & tricks! Continue reading “The Original Dish 2020 Thanksgiving Menu”

Whipped Goat Cheese with Bacon & Dates

Whipped Goat Cheese with Bacon & Dates

A fun, simple appetizer to start off your Thanksgiving feast! Creamy whipped goat cheese topped with a caramelized mixture of dates, shallots, vinegar and honey, with bacon and fried rosemary crumbled over top. You can serve this just like a dip, with either toasted bread or crackers for dipping. Kind of a spin on the classic “bacon wrapped dates” that everyone loves to bring to a party. It’s bold, flavorful, and such a beautiful dip to serve for any fall or winter holiday. Continue reading “Whipped Goat Cheese with Bacon & Dates”

Candied Bourbon Pecan Sweet Potatoes

Candied Bourbon Pecan Sweet Potatoes

With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, I’m sharing these simple, quintessential candied bourbon pecan sweet potatoes! Roasted, slightly crisp sweet potatoes tossed in a sweet, syrupy glaze. It’s one of those side dishes that comes together effortlessly, yet everyone will rave about it. Definitely one to add to your holiday menu! Continue reading “Candied Bourbon Pecan Sweet Potatoes”

Pumpkin French Toast

Pumpkin French Toast with Spiced Pecan Syrup

An extra decadent, yet really simple pumpkin french toast recipe with spiced pecan syrup generously drizzled over top! Infused with warm spices and intoxicating maple, plus I’m using brioche bread for a buttery, rich bite to every piece of toast. It’s the perfect breakfast for any upcoming holiday or just for a cozy weekend brunch at home. Continue reading “Pumpkin French Toast with Spiced Pecan Syrup”

Roasted Hasselback Butternut Squash Salad

Excited to bring you this impressive, yet simple roasted hasselback butternut squash salad! Beautiful squash gets roasted, scored, and roasted again with a syrupy maple glaze. It’s put together with peppery arugula, a tangy caramelized shallot & dijon vinaigrette, maple pecans, and creamy goat cheese. It’s one of the very best combinations of flavors for fall and would make such a stunning side dish for any upcoming holiday dinner!

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