I am taking a blogging vacation from now until the first week of January. I’m planning to curl up in our cabin, drink tons of hot cocoa and tea, find my kids some snow and enjoy every single moment of my favorite two weeks of the year.
Here is a peek at what I am planning to make in the next two weeks. These are some of my favorite recipes and I can hardly wait to enjoy them again! If you are interested in the recipes, you can click on any of the pictures for a link to the original post.
Vanilla Bean Mashed Sweet Potatoes have been requested once again and so they will be made for our Christmas dinner. Unbelievably smooth and creamy, I will probably be enjoying these for a dessert as well. Luckily, I will have a food processor at my disposal this time!
Crockpot Pulled Pork is a great meal to start in the morning and then forget about all day. I plan to use my crockpot as much as possible and avoid all but the most fun cooking whenever I am able.
Carmelized Brussels Sprouts have become a new favorite food in my house. I’m still surprised at just how much we like these. Each time I buy Brussels Sprouts, I intend to try something different with them. However, when it comes time to cook them, I can’t help making this awesomely easy recipe once again. They are perfect every time!
I’ve been wanting to make this Twisted Chicken Piccata again for a while now, so it is on the menu for the week after Christmas. I’m really looking forward to it. I can’t wait!
I have made several batches of these Ginger and Honey Roasted Almonds already. I added a dash or two of cayenne last time and they were even better. (Thanks for the suggestion, Chris!)
I can not resist the temptation to make the Cranberry Christmas Cake once again this year. This is one of my favorite new dessert finds and I have a LOT of cranberries stashed away in the freezer now. I plan to enjoy this several times throughout the coming year.
Ann@Anncoo Journal says
Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year 2012.
Allison at Novice Life says
Merry Christmas to you too, Mary!
Califia's Lap says
God bless you and yours and Merry Christmas!! Here's hoping you have a wonderful 2012.
SixBalloons says
Merry Christmas and Best Wishes to you and yours too Mary!!
Sue/the view from great island says
Have a great break, Mary!
Jean | Delightful Repast says
Mary, I hope you have a fabulous time! I know you're going to have a delicious time with that lineup of great dishes! This post made me suddenly very hungry.
Three-Cookies says
Merry Xmas and all the best for 2012. With all those delicious food I wonder if you will ever leave the cabin:)
sweetcarolinescooking.com says
Enjoy your time off…sounds like you're going to have a lovely time. What great recipes to re-make, everything sounds delicious! Merry Christmas and happy new year to you! x
Geni says
All of these things looks so ridiculously delicious. Have a wonderful Christmas and a nice break from blogging. Take care! 🙂
Big Dude says
Have a great Christmas. I'm not sure where you are but if you're going to be cured up in a cabin with hot chocolate, I hope you have some snow.
clevermuffin.com says
Merry Christmas Mary! Have a wonderful break and enjoy cooking, eating, spending time with family and relaxing. See you in 2012!
Screaming Sardine says
Happy Holidays! Sounds like you'll have a great time with your family.
Off to check out some of those yummy recipes you highlighted.
Cheers,
Tracy Screaming Sardine
[email protected] says
Merry Christmas Chickie!. Enjoy every last bit of your cabin time with those sweet boys and your Guy and Happy new year! Eat well it all looks d'lish!
Erin @ Cooking on Whim says
Enjoy your time away! You deserve some rest & relaxation!
Inside a British Mum's Kitchen says
Have a wonderful Christmas and see you back in January
Mary oxo
Jen says
Merry Christmas Mary! I hope you have a great Holiday! I am for sure making that cranberry cake over the holidays!
Words Of Deliciousness says
Merry Christmas. I hope you have a wonderful time off!
Sonia (Nasi Lemak Lover) says
Wishing you and your family a blessed Christmas and Happy Holidays..See you soon in New Year..
E @ Act Fast Chef says
Merry Christmas Mary! Thanks for all the yummy recipes
Rosita Vargas says
Sugerencias exquisitas me encantan,abrazos y Feliz Navidad muchas bendiciones.