Holiday & Party
Irish Rarebit
What is Rarebit anyway? Think beer and cheese fondue on toast. A perfect snack for a St. Patrick’s Day buffet, this Irish twist on a classic is boldly spiced with mustard and Worcestershire powders, and …
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Valentine’s Pepper Pocky
Pocky is fun to eat, fun to make, and fun to spice! Inspired by Susan Spungen’s recent recipe post, homemade Pocky jumped to the top of our recipe list and we’re glad we didn’t wait. …
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Smoked Pepper Fudge
Our Smoked Tellicherry Black Pepper adds a surprising spark to this easy, no-fail fudge recipe. Each bite of intense sweetness is punctuated with a peppery zing at the finish. It’s about time we started combining …
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Long Life Noodle Soup
Inspired by the upcoming Lunar New Year, this 30 minute meal is a spicy aromatic explosion bound to leave you optimistic for whatever the future has in store. Traditionally, the noodles eaten during lunar new …
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Grandma’s Applesauce Fruitcake
This recipe has been in our family for decades. The base of this Applesauce Cake is extremely versatile and can be modified to any taste. We decided to add candied orange, dried cherries and Gingerbread …
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Saffron Pumpkin Crème Brûlée
There’s no shortage of pumpkin pairings these days, and the beloved spicing tends to be loud and proud. But why not switch it up? Winter is long and there are pumpkins aplenty. For a mellow …
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Gingerbread Pumpkin Butter
Two holiday favorites were combined into one treat with this recipe and it’s easy to make and keep on hand for the whole season. If you’re like me, you want any excuse to snack on …
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Pink Chai Nog
Happy Nog Season! Eggnog is traditional this time of year, and spicing the custard with our Pink Chai came naturally. Full of holiday favorites like cinnamon, ginger and cardamom, it’s a fresh and welcome twist …
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Mulled Honey Glögg
Glögg. The name alone makes you feel cozy. From start to finish, this Nordic drink is a delight. It is fun to make, aromatic and nutty and the warm cuppa is simply delicious. Our version …
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Mulled Cranberry Mimosa
Here are a few of our favorite things, crisp bubbly champagne, fresh cranberry juice cocktail, and mulling spices. In this Mulled Cranberry Mimosa you can have them all! After taking a sip of this brunch …
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Cascade Turkey Roulade
After years of grilling the turkey, we decided to try something entirely new this year. Inspired by the bounty of the Pacific Northwest, we created a menu to showcase regional flavors with this delicious turkey …
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Huckleberry Gravy
Thickening the gravy can be a hit or miss pinch point on a feast day and this reduction takes the stress out but keeps the flavor in. Once it is simmering, you can leave it …
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Black Garlic Standing Potato Gratin
Whether they’re mashed, scalloped, fried, or baked, potatoes will always have a special place in my heart and at the holiday table. This casserole does them justice with a show-stopping presentation and a flavor profile …
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Maple Spiced Carrots
Here’s a side dish that indulges your sweet tooth during dinner. With some inspiration from pecan pie and some from our pan-Asian super-spice Seattle Salmon Rub, the dish comes together beautifully. Can you put salmon …
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