If you are looking for a drink that is the epitome of festive to share with your loved ones this Christmas, this Santa-inspired cocktail should do the trick. This recipe combines vodka, cranberry juice, and other simple ingredients, for an easy but visually appealing accompaniment to your meal. Creating a delightful, Santa-themed vodka cocktail is … Read more
Nigella Lawson has recommended a gingerbread eggnog cocktail to enjoy this Christmassy season, among others. What is eggnog? Eggnog is a mixture of milk, cream, sugar, spices and eggs that pairs perfectly well with rum. And, don’t worry, Nigella has shared how to make your eggnog at home so that you have enough for 12 … Read more
Directions In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat together butter and powdered sugar on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately two minutes. Add vanilla to the mixture and continue to beat until well combined, about 20 seconds. Gradually incorporate flour and salt into the mixture, beating on low … Read more
Paul Hollywood has shared a recipe for his Mincemeat Lattice Tart, a festive treat that elevates that combines some of the best-loved ingredients in Christmas baking. Serving 6-8, this tart combines the flaky perfection of sweet shortcrust pastry with a luscious filling of mincemeat, fresh apples, pears and juicy satsumas. Described as a “showstopper” by … Read more
There is nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of soup on a cold winter day, and Mary Berry has shared how to make a creamy yet earthy mushroom soup. Homemade soup does not have to be a complex meal to cook up according to Mary Berry, as her tasty chestnut mushroom soup recipe can … Read more
Anthony Bourdain believed that Thanksgiving dinner should stick to tradition, and when it comes to Christmas food, that belief should perhaps also apply. “Thanksgiving is not the time for innovation,” he wrote in Appetites: A Cookbook (2016). “Give the people what they want, and make sure it’s consistent with what they remember.” This applies to … Read more
