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WHITE CHRISTMAS MOJITO PUNCH

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Tried to make these twice, wonderful flavor, it was delicious!! My kind of mojito!! I couldn’t wait to have another glass!! Love these mojitos! Christmas should be white, Ho . . Ho . . Ho . .  Ho . . !! WHITE CHRISTMAS MOJITO PUNCH The perfect cocktail to serve a crowd in the festive season Prep time 10 minutes Total time 10 minutes Servings 6 servings Calories 204 kcal Ingredients 1 cup lime juice 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves plus more for serving 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup white rum 1/4-1/2 cup coconut rum dependent on your taste 1 cup canned coconut milk sparkling water for topping pomegranate arils for serving Instructions In a large pitcher, muddle the lime juice, sugar and mint leaves until the leaves have broken down. In a blender, combine the white rum, coconut rum, and coconut milk and pulse until smooth. Full Recipe @ www.halfbakedharvest.com

JUICY ROAST TURKEY

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I made this recipe for a work party, it was beautiful and delicious! I plan to do it again for Thanksgiving, along with the maple glazed ham. Excellent recipe, and clear instructuions. JUICY ROAST TURKEY Juicy Roast Turkey fresh out of the oven with turkey gravy and cranberry. Dry brining is the best path to juicy roast turkey! Easier and more practical than wet brining (no bucket!), better turkey flavour, and you can even brine a partially thawed turkey. The results are exceptional - crispy skin and moist flesh. This recipe needs to be started two days before cooking. Use the RECIPE SCALER to change ingredients to the weight of your turkey. Prep 20 mins Cook 2 hrs Total 2 hrs 20 mins Servings: 10 -12 Ingredients 10 lb / 5kg whole turkey , thawed (plain not pre brined) (Note 1) Dry Brine Rub: 2.5 tbsp salt (Note 2) 2 tsp dried thyme , or other herb of choice 1 tsp paprika , sweet or ordinary 1 tsp garlic powder (optional) 1/2 tsp black pepper For Roasting 150g

CHRISTMAS JELLO

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This is a great idea! So cute! I haven’t made Jello cups before, I have tried this recipe, it is very simple and very easy, very beautiful on the table with other Christmas foods. CHRISTMAS JELLO Servings 20 shot glasses (1.5 oz) Ingredients 1 Strawberry Jell-O Gelatin 3 oz 1 Lime Jell-O Gelatin 3 oz 8 oz thawed Cool Whip 2 cup boiling Water 2 cup cold Water Christmas Decorations Instructions If you can find tall shot glasses they will work best, but any clear glass will do. Place strawberry gelatin in a bowl and add 1 cup boiling water. Full Recipe @ cincyshopper.com

CHRISTMAS SANGRIA

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I tried this for my Christmas party yesterday, Love it! How festive! The colors!! Beautiful recipe, Can’t wait to make it again! CHRISTMAS SANGRIA Rosemary, cranberries, and apple make this sangria the perfect Christmas drink that goes with any holiday meal! Serves 4-6 Prep time:  4 hours 5 Minutes Total time:  4 Hours 5 Minutes Ingredients 2 bottles Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay (I used Soverain Chardonnay!) 3/4 cup sparkling apple cider 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup cranberries, halved 3/4 cup cranberries, whole 1 Granny Smith apple, chopped 3 rosemary sprigs Garnish: rosemary sprigs Instructions Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher. Stir together with a large wooden spoon to help the sugar dissolve. Full Recipe @ www.cakenknife.com

RED VELVET CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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Red Velvet for Christmas ! Ho ho ho ho . . . They were absolutely delicious and will definitely be made again soon. RED VELVET CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES Soft, Chewy Red Velvet Chocolate Chip Cookies. With a delicate hint of cocoa & oozing with melted chocolate chips - they're perfectly festive! Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 8 mins Total Time 3 hrs Servings: 26 cookies Calories: 104 kcal Ingredients 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour , spooned and leveled (careful not to over measure) 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 and 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter , softened to room temperature 1/3 cup brown sugar , lightly packed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 large egg , room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla 2-3 teaspoons red food coloring , liquid or gel 3/4 cup white chocolate chip cookies Instructions In a large bowl whisk together the flour, cocoa, cornstarch, baking soda & salt.  In a separate large bowl bea

ROASTED BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH MUSHROOMS AND WHITE WINE CREAM SAUCE

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The Perfect Christmas Eve dinner here, love, love, love, love, LOVE this!! December is my favorite month of the year because i get to spend time with my family, & we always have tenderloin for christmas eve dinner. This wine cream sauce SO GOOD! ROASTED BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH MUSHROOMS AND WHITE WINE CREAM SAUCE Prep time 10 minutes Cook time 25 minutes Total time 35 minutes Servings 8 servings Calories 663 kcal Ingredients 1 (4-5) pound whole beef tenderloin 2 tablespoons dijon mustard 1/4 cup peppercorns crushed, or fresh balck pepper kosher salt 16 ounces cremini mushrooms halved 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons butter White Wine Cream Sauce 1/2 cup white wine can also use chicken broth 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 2 cups heavy cream or whole milk 1/3 cup grated parmesan kosher salt and pepper Instructions Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F. Rub the beef with mustard and season generously with peppercorns and salt. H

BUCKEYE BALL (PEANUT BUTTER BALLS)

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Peanut Butter is NEVER WRONG !! Love the idea of sprinkles, I just love these classic peanut butter balls with the holiday decorations! Yummy and festive! BUCKEYE BALL (PEANUT BUTTER BALLS) This recipe for buckeye balls is the classic peanut butter balls dipped in dark or white chocolate. Prep Time 1 hour Cook Time 2 minutes Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes Servings 20 buckeye balls Calories 212 kcal Ingredients 1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup butter at room temperature 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted 8 ounces chocolate chips or candy melts/almond bark can be dark chocolate, white chocolate or both 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening optional: 1/2 cup holiday sprinkles Instructions Place the peanut butter, butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl. Mix until the ingredients are incorporated, then knead with your hands until a smooth dough forms. Shape the dough into tablespoon sized balls and place on a sheet pan that's been lined with parchment paper