Christmas
Italian Green Beans with Pancetta and Braised Garlic
Braised garlic and pancetta flavor this easy, make-ahead side dish made with Italian-style flat (or regular) green beans.
Spiced Pork Medallions with Cranberry-Orange Port Sauce
Pork tenderloins crusted in cinnamon, coriander and brown sugar are sliced into medallions, pan seared and topped with a Cranberry-Orange Port Sauce make an elegant entree.
Avocado and Shrimp Crostini
Toasted baguette slices topped with a creamy avocado puree, fresh cilantro, tangy chili sauce and cocktail shrimp make up a quick appetizer that never fails to be a hit.
Port, Prosciutto and Fig Crostini
Whip up this simple yet elegant appetizer made with figs simmered in port, prosciutto and creamy ricotta.
Figgy Pudding Cake
This super-moist cake is rich with the flavors of cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, nutmeg and figs that are perfectly complemented by the creamy rum sauce.
Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom-Port Sauce
This beef tenderloin roast is coated with a simple blend of salt, pepper and garlic and served with a chunk sauce made with mushrooms and port wine.
Hasselback Potatoes
Easy-to-prepare, these buttery roasted potatoes make a beautiful presentation and pair well with entrees like roast beef or pork.
Cranberry Cookies
Sweet and tangy drop cookies made with dried cranberries, walnuts and a hint of orange flavor.
Mini Peppermint Cupcakes
Made with canola oil and skim milk, these mini holiday cupcakes are low in both calories and fat.
Sugar Plums
Sugar plums are small candies that feature the warm winter flavors of allspice, cloves, cinnamon and cardamom, as well as dried fruits and toasted nuts.
Peppermint Bars
These pretty bar cookies from the McCormick Kitchens consist of a layer of brownie, peppermint frosting, chocolate glaze and crushed candy canes.
Vanilla Bean Cupcakes with Chai Spiced Frosting
Delicious, moist vanilla bean cupcakes topped with cream cheese frosting flavored with a multitude of freshly ground spices.
