As the holidays are fast approaching, my to-do list seems ever expanding – everyday I pin another recipe I’d like to try, or DIY project I’d love to tackle. I’m sure many of you can relate to this, but every year I wish that December was a couple of days longer. Between flavoured marshmallows, indulgent cakes and intricate cookies, I know this holiday season will be sweet, flavourful and time-consuming!
To help ease the hectic season and lend a little festive spirit, here is the first of our December giveaways! I have a copy of Rachael Ray’s newest cookbook, My Year in Meals. The book is split between recipes and a series of cocktails concocted by Rachael’s husband, John Cusimano. If you’re looking for a few colourful drinks to add to your holiday menus, this is a great place to start. I already have my eye on the Panettone, a mix of vodka, Grand Marnier, orgeat syrup and champagne – that has to be a perfect way to ring in the new year, don’t you think?
To enter the contest, simply leave a comment on this post and let me know what your go-to holiday dish is when you entertain. The contest ends on December 15th, at midnight. The winner will be drawn at random and you must be a Canadian or American resident to enter. Good luck and I look forward to hearing from you!
And for a few stress-free holidays treats, try a few of my favourite indulgences for this time of year!
{1} Almond, Ginger and Chocolate Buche de Noel
{2} Hot Chocolate with Mini Marshmallows
{3} Lemon Bundt Cake
Enjoy the read!
annc999
December 3, 2012 at 10:29 pm (11 years ago)Lasagna – in a variety of ways. Always good, always make-ahead. Stress free entertaining.
scrambledhenfruit
December 3, 2012 at 10:39 pm (11 years ago)I always make Iced Spice Cookies in lots of different Christmas shapes- they’re my favorite! 🙂
Jennifer Moscovitz
December 3, 2012 at 10:54 pm (11 years ago)Cinnamon buns! A must during the holiday season
Asiya @ Chocolate and Chillies
December 3, 2012 at 11:13 pm (11 years ago)My go-to holiday dish is a quick and easy khorma!
Michael J. McCoy
December 4, 2012 at 12:42 am (11 years ago)Mexican Lasagna. Kinda turned into my specialty dish
The Erudite Lit-ite
December 4, 2012 at 9:41 am (11 years ago)Chocolate truffles–definitely!
Elin Woods
December 4, 2012 at 10:53 am (11 years ago)I love making little munchies for people at parties. All sorts of dips and what not.
Brandee
December 4, 2012 at 11:03 am (11 years ago)I always do some baking – usually treats, such as lemon squares or truffles.
GoGreen
December 4, 2012 at 11:25 am (11 years ago)I can make a tasty healthy Turkey Chili.
Bonnie
Maren Z
December 4, 2012 at 11:31 am (11 years ago)We make Lasagna for the holiday’s every year!
Nicole
December 4, 2012 at 12:03 pm (11 years ago)my go-to treat is always some sort of bread. I love baking yeasty rolls and loaves!
Sara
December 4, 2012 at 1:16 pm (11 years ago)I love to entertain with pot roast from the slow cooker…so easy, but everyone loves it!
Sarah
December 4, 2012 at 7:50 pm (11 years ago)My favorite holiday dish for entertaining is homemade candied orange peel dipped in chocolate!
Suzanne Perazzini
December 4, 2012 at 8:36 pm (11 years ago)Oh no, I’m not eliglible. Favourite dish – trifle. My mother makes it every Christmas along with the classic Xmas pudding.
gdwmsu
December 4, 2012 at 11:37 pm (11 years ago)Cream cheese, pepper jelly, crackers. Always have it on hand for last minute guests!
gdwmsu
December 4, 2012 at 11:38 pm (11 years ago)cream cheese, pepper jelly and crackers. Always have it available for last minute guests.
Alicey
December 6, 2012 at 11:59 pm (11 years ago)red velvet cream cheese brownies!
steven
December 7, 2012 at 9:18 am (11 years ago)Roasted Goose…or Pheasant!
steven
December 7, 2012 at 9:19 am (11 years ago)Roasted Goose…or Pheasant!
Susan C
December 9, 2012 at 3:56 am (11 years ago)I love serving appetizers, cookies, candy – finger foods.
Helene Peloquin
December 10, 2012 at 11:49 am (11 years ago)Chicken with greek salad and greek potatoes.
Laura
December 12, 2012 at 12:32 am (11 years ago)My go-to holiday dish is always cookies because I spend the whole season constantly baking and filling tins. I also always make beef tenderloin for Christmas dinner itself.