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Gingerbread Martini

December 23, 2016 by Holly 4 Comments

Shake up a festive Gingerbread Martini with Hot Damn!, Vanilla Vodka, Baileys and a Ginger Simple Syrup. Garnish it with crushed ginger snaps and plenty of whipped cream for a decadent Christmas cocktail. This is how you drink your dessert!

Feel free to use Gingerbread Man Cookies or Ginger Snaps for a garnishment. The extra bit of cookie adds a welcome ginger flavor to this creamy, dreamy martini. I made a super easy Ginger Simple Syrup with cloves and fresh ginger to get that sought after cookie flavor. Hot Damn! Schnapps adds a Hot Cinnamon flavor for an extra bit of spice.

I really need to get a move on it! I just sent my husband to the store to buy ingredients for Christmas Eve Bread Pudding. Right before he returned, I realized that we also still need to buy ingredients for our favorite Christmas brunch items. A Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Strata and Overnight Apple French Toast are on the menu with a festive Candy Cane Crescent Roll Pastry. I plan on making everything before bed on Christmas Eve, so I can try and enjoy a somewhat carefree morning.

HA…one can only dream! Hopefully, that Barbie Dream House will be big enough for “sharing”. This skill is just so difficult for these sisters to master. Tiny gladiators seem to come out swinging every time there is a shiny new item. There is just so much fun to be had…standing in line for 2 hours to only have your 2 year old have a complete meltdown when it is finally her turn to sit on Santa’s lap. Well, at least one kid showed up for pictures. I think letters to the North Pole are in order for next year!

Be sure to check out my Saturated Saturday Page or my 20 Holiday Cocktails post for more great cocktail ideas to get through the holidays. So much bliss just waiting to be drank!

: 20 Holiday Cocktails

: Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine

: Cranberry Orange Mimosa Float

Gingerbread Martini

A Gingerbread Martini with Hot Damn!, Vanilla Vodka and a Ginger Simple Syrup is perfect for the holidays.

Course: Cocktail

Servings: 1

Author: Holly-3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

3 Oz. Vanilla Vodka
1.5 Oz. Baileys
2 Tbsp. Hot Damn! Schnapps
1.5 Oz. Ginger Syrup see recipe below
1.5 Oz. Milk or Half and Half
Garnishments:
Ginger Cookies
Whipped Cream
Honey
Ginger Syrup:
3 Tsp. Fresh Ginger; minced
1 Tsp. Whole Cloves
1 C. Sugar
1 C. Water

Instructions

Dip rim of a martini glass into honey and then, crushed ginger cookies until coated.
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with around 1 C. of ice.
Shake vigorously for around 30 seconds and strain into a prepared martini glass.
Top with whipped cream and a ginger cookie.
For Ginger Syrup:
Add all ingredients to a small saucepan on Medium Heat.
Bring to a low boil and continue stirring for around 3 minutes until syrup is thickened.
Run through a sifter to get out any chunks.
Allow to cool completely before using.

Eggnog French Toast Cups with Cranberry Syrup

December 16, 2016 by Holly 5 Comments

These Eggnog French Toast Cups with Cranberry Syrup are perfect for Christmas brunch. The flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg taste so ambrosial with the fresh, cranberry syrup. Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar and an extra bit of syrup before serving for a decadent treat that will have you hearing sleigh bells.

I love the idea of individualized servings of French Toast. There is no guessing how big to cut it and assurance that there will be enough for each guest to savor. More importantly, they look super cute and taste amazing!

Let’s talk about THAT SYRUP for a second. Nothing screams Christmas morning like the flavors of Egg Nog and fresh cranberry syrup. It is SO easy to make by gently boiling fresh cranberries with sugar and a bit of orange juice. Once thickened, the syrup is easily strained to remove any chunks. Hmmm…I don’t think I should ever use the word chunk while discussing food again. That is just too hard-hitting this time of the year.

Choose festive muffin cup liners to amp up the Christmas cheer factor. I sent my husband to the store to buy said festive muffin liners and ended up with red and green metallic. Which would be fine for entertaining, but not the best for photographing due to wild reflective surfaces! Sending him to the store is definitely rolling the dice, but at least it keeps me out of this nasty cold weather. I sear it was like 60 degrees only a couple of weeks ago! No wonder its a chronic snot factory around here. My daughter seems to use my shirt as a tissue to motor boat at any given time. Usually, when I’m trying to leave the house for work.

Try to stay warm out there! I recommend hot drinks with alcohol and an adult onesie while enjoying these Eggnog French Toast Cups with Cranberry Syrup. I wonder if my husband would find that attractive? Until then, this Baileys Peppermint Hot Chocolate will have to do! Check out my Saturated Saturday Page for more cocktails seen below. A Candy Cane Crescent Roll Pastry will also make a great addition to your holiday brunch menu!

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5 from 1 vote

Eggnog French Toast Cups with Cranberry Syrup

Prep Time

20 mins

Cook Time

25 mins

Total Time

45 mins

Egg Nog and fresh cranberry syrup make these French Toast Cups perfect for Christmas brunch!

Course: brunch

Servings: 12

Author: Holly- 3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

1 Large Loaf French Bread; cut into small cubes around 7 Cups
4 Eggs
1 C. Sugar
1 1/2 C. Prepared Egg Nog
1/2 C. Milk or Heavy Cream
1/4 C. Butter; melted
1/4 Tsp. Nutmeg
1 Tsp. Cinnamon
1 1/2 Tsp. Vanilla
1 Tsp. Rum Extract
Syrup:
1 C. Fresh Cranberries
1 1/2 C. Sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp. Orange Juice

Instructions

Add bread cubes to a single layer on a cookie sheet. Bake them at 220 degrees for around 5 minutes until slightly dried.
Prepare Syrup:
Add cranberries, orange juice and sugar to a small saucepan on medium heat. Bring to a low boil and cook until cranberries burst and sauce thickens for around 3 minutes; stirring continuously.
Allow mixture to cool and begin preparing French Toast.
{Once cooled, pour through a sifter to remove any cranberry pieces.}
Prepare French Toast:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a large mixing bowl; whisk together eggs and sugar.
Whisk in Egg nog, milk, melted butter, nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla and rum extract.
Add bread cubes to mixture and lightly stir until coated.
Allow to set for several minutes.
Add muffin cup liners to a 12 count muffin tin.
Lightly spray liners with cooking spray.
Fill liners halfway with bread mixture, drizzle with cranberry syrup, fill up remainder of muffin cup until full to the top, and drizzle with more cranberry syrup.
Bake for around 25 minutes until set and lightly golden brown.

20 Holiday Cocktails

December 13, 2016 by Holly 2 Comments

These 20 Holiday Cocktails will surely add some cheer to your day! Nothing says Christmas like a cocktail with liquor and cranberry. Serve it up hot with a Mulled Wine, or on ice with a Mojito or Mule. Discover the brilliance of the creamy, dreamy White Russian with a Gingerbread or Peppermint twist. Drink your Hot Chocolate like a boss with Baileys or Red Wine. Toast to the new year with a bit of sparkle and a Cranberry Vanilla Mimosa. The thought of Christmas just got so much better!

Champagne Shirley Temple Via Sugar and Soul

Cranberry Mulled Wine Via Swanky Recipes

Baileys Peppermint Hot Chocolate Via 3 Yummy Tummies

Holiday Cranberry Mojito Via As Easy As Apple Pie

Caramel Creme Brulee White Russian Via 3 Yummy Tummies

Candy Cane Chocolate Martini Via Peas & Peonies

Crockpot Cranberry Cider Via Kleinworth & Co.

Gingerbread White Russian Via Running To The Kitchen

Orange Cranberry Mimosa Floats Via 3 Yummy Tummies

Cranberry Orange Moscow Mule Via What The Fork

Salted Caramel Chocolate Martini Via 3 Yummy Tummies

Vanilla Cranberry Mimosa Via Honey and Birch

Egg Nog Maple Martini Via 3 Yummy Tummies

Pomegranate Margarita Via Lemon Blossoms

Apple Cider Honey Jack Martini Via Taste and See

Cranberry Mojito Punch Via Sugar & Soul

Grapefruit Rosemary Mule Via Domesticate Me

White Chocolate Cranberry Pink Martinis Via 3 Yummy Tummies

Pink Peppermint Russian Via Kleinworth & Co.

Red Wine Hot Cocoa Via The Taylor House

Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

December 9, 2016 by Holly Leave a Comment

These Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies are the perfect balance of soft and chewy. Dried cranberries are a great change from the typical raisin cookies and taste SO good with plenty of white chocolate chips. These are such great cookies to enjoy and give out for the holidays.

I was a bit overzealous with all my cookie planning this year and I’m not sure when all of it will actually happen. I made these over the weekend with my Candy Cane Crescent Roll Breakfast Pastry (SO gooood) and have plans for a few other cookie experiments. Obviously, I had one too many Caramel Creme Brulee White Russians when I made plans to turn up the heat in my kitchen the day before my buyers’ home inspection (#whatthehellwasIthinking). I cussed myself out as I was scrubbing toilets and showers at 1AM.

I’m sure my husband was thrilled with having to help clean up the colossal mess I left behind when all was said and done. I really need to get better at cleaning up as I go. Anyone else have a robotic vacuum on their Christmas wish list? Well, at least the end result was an enjoyable one. I’m loving the soft, chewy texture of these cookies! This affords me the opportunity to burn off those calories as I chew, right?

It takes way too much restraint to avoid that tub of cookies calling my name from the kitchen. I tried hiding them from myself, but my memory is just too good at this stage. Strange, I seem to forget other stuff all the time. Dang, dang…maybe I should have my kids hide them. Then, they will be immediately demolished and I am completely worry free until the next batch!

It is essential that you prioritize the major holiday food groups as your planning your holiday food menus. By that I mean, brunch, desserts and booze! My list of essentials this year includes a Candy Cane Crescent Roll Pastry, a Caramel Creme Brulee White Russian, Whiskey Sour Slushes (bucket-oh-fun-oh) and a Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Strata with Blender Hollandaise (in that order for my consumption). Not bad….I managed to throw in a breakfast item before my cocktail and to incorporate essential vegetables and protein. Now, I just need to talk someone else into preparing the real food for later.

: Candy Cane Crescent Roll Breakfast Pastry

: Whiskey Sour Slushes

Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

10 mins

Cranberry and white chocolate chips add a welcome twist to this soft and chewy oatmeal cookie.

Course: Cookies

Servings: 3 dozen

Author: Holly-3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

3 C. Quick Oats
1 1/2 C. Flour
1 Tsp. Baking Soda
1/2 Tsp. Salt
1 C. Brown Sugar
1/2 C. Sugar
1 1/2 Tsp. Cinnamon
1 C. Dried Cranberries
1 1/2 C. White Chocolate Chips
1 1/2 Tsp. Vanilla
1 C. Butter; softened
2 Eggs

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugars and butter.
Add eggs and vanilla; continue mixing.
In a separate bowl; stir together oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
Slowly beat in flour mixture until combined.
Stir in Cranberries and White Chocolate Chips.
Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheets at least 2 inches apart.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until top is lightly golden brown.

Caramel Creme Brulee White Russian

November 30, 2016 by Holly 3 Comments

This Caramel Creme Brulee White Russian is inspired by one of my favorite seasonal latte flavors at Starbucks. The addition of vanilla and caramel syrup, a floating of whipped cream, and crushed caramel candies makes this the most decadent drink combination. The Dude would be so pleased and I’m over the moon just thinking about drinking another one!

My love for White Russians began shortly after seeing The Big Lebowski for the first time. This was not a shaken, not stirred type of character situation. The Dude just liked to lead a lifestyle of total leisure while bowling with his favorite drink in hand. Sounds good to me, especially when it includes creamy goodness and vodka!

I’m sure you’ve seen different variations of this drink before, but I really wanted to do something a bit different. I was probably drinking my favorite latte from Starbucks when I had a total cocktail epiphany…need latte and White Russian. I had no luck finding the vanilla syrup included in the latte recipe, so I decided to make my own. A simple syrup is quite easy to make and necessary for many great cocktail recipes. Just combine equal parts sugar and water and bring to a boil until thickened. Remove it from heat and add any additional flavorings.

I may have a hole in my bathroom wall days after selling my house (who would of thought a new light fixture would lead to a plumbing leak), but who cares! OH and yes, the kids are both sick again. No problem man…one of these has successfully made me forget about all my problems. The flavors are just SO good and it feels wonderful to drink my dessert. I love you Kahlua and vodka!

If you like this Caramel Creme Brulee White Russian, be sure to visit my Saturated Saturday Page for more great cocktail ideas for all of your holiday needs! My Salted Caramel Chocolate Martini is equally full of creamy vodka goodness. I think hump day calls for a celebration this week!

HOLIDAY FAVORITES

: Christmas Sangria

: Snowflake Martini

: Pineapple Orange Creamsicle Mimosas

: Gingerbread Martini

: Candy Cane Crescent Roll Breakfast Pastry

: Chocolate Cherry Cookies

: Salted Caramel Chocolate Martini

: White Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cheesecake

5 from 2 votes

Caramel Creme Brulee White Russian

The White Russian gets a make over with the additional of caramel and vanilla syrups and a whipped cream topping with crushed caramel candies.

Course: Cocktail

Servings: 1

Author: Holly-3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

3 Oz. Vodka
1.5 Oz. Kahlua
1.5 Oz. Milk or Heavy Cream
2 Tbsp. Caramel Syrup
2 Tbsp. Vanilla Syrup
Garnishments:
Whipped Cream
Crushed Werther's Original Caramel Candies
Vanilla Syrup:
1 C. Water
1 C. Sugar
1 Tbsp. Pure Vanilla Extract
Caramel Syrup

Instructions

Fill an Old Fashioned cocktail glass halfway with ice.
Add vodka, Kahlua, milk, vanilla syrup, caramel syrup (in that order).
Top with a floating of whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce and crushed caramel candies.
Vanilla Syrup:
In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water.
Heat to boiling on Medium/High; stirring frequently until thickened (around 2-3 minutes).
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
Allow to cool completely before transferring to a sealed container.

Slow Cooker Garlic Asiago Mashed Potatoes

November 17, 2016 by Holly 2 Comments

These Slow Cooker Garlic Asiago Mashed Potatoes are so creamy-dreamy! What can be better for an easy side dish over the holidays than a one pot and done situation? Especially, when it happens to have the most perfect texture and flavors…yes please!

The secret to good mashed potatoes is plenty of garlic, cream cheese, butter and a bit of your favorite cheesy delight. Just remember to set your scales back 10 lbs. on time for the holidays…daylight and scale savings time! I just happen to love asiago cheese (hello best bagel ever), so it was a no-brainer to add plenty of it to this luscious recipe.

The taters are peeled and cubed and thrown in the Slow Cooker with a bit (okay 10 cloves of garlic) and some chicken broth. A few hours later and boom, you have perfectly tender potatoes just waiting to be smothered in a pool of butter and cheese. There is no boiling potatoes and transferring them to another bowl to dirty them up! Ugh…who has time for all these dishes anyway? I can’t stand all the clean up that a holiday meal brings, so I have nominated my mother-in-law to host Thanksgiving this year. So, what dish did I enthusiastically volunteer to bring? Yep…Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes!

What the heck do you do with a crockpot full of potatoes and nothing else to go with them? You throw it in a large Tupperware after a few necessary “sample” bites. Then, you try and serve it to your picky kids for dinner the next night and repeat the story of Green Eggs and Ham until you begin to turn green in the face. Maybe, I should of just served it with a layer of ice cream on top!

Are you in love with your Slow Cooker like I am (don’t be jealous hubby)? I use mine for everything…too bad my turkey won’t fit! Be sure to check out some of my other favorite Slow Cooker recipes…Cranberry Mulled Wine, Creamy Tortellini and Mushroom Soup and Hot Wings (#thatsauce). Use up that leftover turkey with a flavorful, Slow Cooker White Turkey Chili.

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: Salted Caramel Sweet Potato Casserole

: Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake

: 20 Thanksgiving Desserts

: Apple Cider Margarita

: Pumpkin Spice White Russian

: Pumpkin Gooey Butter Cookies

5 from 1 vote

Slow Cooker Garlic Asiago Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

3 hrs

Total Time

3 hrs 15 mins

No need to dirty extra dishes with these creamy, dreamy Slow Cooker Garlic Asiago Mashed Potatoes.

Course: Side Dish

Servings: 12

Author: Holly- 3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

7 Large Yukon Gold Potatoes
1 1/2 C. Chicken Broth
10 Cloves of Garlic; roughly chopped
1 8 oz. Cream Cheese; cut into small cubes
2 C. Shredded Asiago Cheese
1 Tsp. White Pepper
2 Tsp. Fresh Chives; roughly chopped
4 Tbsp. Butter
Salt to taste

Instructions

Wash, peel potatoes and cut into large cubes.
Add potatoes and garlic to crockpot, top with chicken broth.
Cook on High for 3 hours or until potatoes are tender when poked with a fork.
Drain around half of the broth before mashing.
Mash potatoes using a potato masher.
Add cream cheese, butter, asiago cheese, white pepper and salt.
Beat until smooth.
Top with fresh chives.
Note: You may prepare a little ahead of time and keep your crockpot on Warm until ready to serve!

Recipe Notes

You may substitute 2 tbsp. of garlic powder in place of garlic cloves; add it at the same time as the cheese and butter.

Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine

November 14, 2016 by Holly 2 Comments

I’m preparing this Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine for Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. It is SO good and perfect for staying warm and bringing in the winter holiday flavors with apple cider, cranberries, red wine and a splash of brandy. A dash of honey, cinnamon sticks and cloves add the perfect medley of spices to this festive drink.

Another great benefit of this comforting cocktail is its ability to clear out your chest. The heat of the drink combined with herbs and honey is a great natural remedy for congestion. I would know all about it these last couple of weeks. My entire family was plagued with bronchitis. I tried making my own herbal tea, but couldn’t even suck it down while holding my nose. Tea is just not my thing, but a nice warm pot of wine with a bit of spice and brandy is SO soothing. A little extra splash of brandy is just what I needed!

The beauty of this drink is that you can throw in the cranberries, apple cider and spices and let it simmer on Low for a few hours before your party (or solo day of rest). The wine and brandy get added right before serving.

You don’t want to overheat the wine and cook out vital alcoholic content! This is so essential to get through all the stress of hosting a party. You know what’s at stake here…the turkey could be too dry, the potatoes too lumpy! Just give the guests plenty of mulled wine and no one will ever notice.

I’m working on developing my tastes to become more of a sophisticated wine drinker. One who can sniff and swirl the wine and identify its creation date and origin. Ha…is that even possible? Who knows…I just drink what tastes good and that is usually something more on the fruity side. Let me tell you, this is the only way I will truly be able to enjoy a Cabernet Sauvignon. The addition of cinnamon and honey add the perfect balance of sweetness with the cranberry flavors…holy yum!

Are you looking for more great cocktail ideas for the upcoming holidays? I also recommend 2 of my other favorite cocktails that are perfect for pleasing a crowd…a Caramel Apple Sangria and Whiskey Sour Slush. If you are having trouble deciding, just make them all! They are sure to disappear quickly. All these great recipes can be found on my Saturated Saturday Cocktail Page.

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: Gingerbread Martini

: Caramel Creme Brulee White Russian

: Salted Caramel Chocolate Martini

: Caramel Apple Sangria

: Baileys Peppermint Hot Chocolate

5 from 1 vote

Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine

Cook Time

4 hrs

Total Time

4 hrs

This Slow Cooker Cranberry Mulled Wine is the perfect holiday cocktail to feed a crowd with fresh cranberries, red wine and spices.

Course: Cocktail

Servings: 16

Author: Holly-3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

1 Bottle Cabernet Sauvignon
4 C. Apple Cider
1 C. Orange Juice freshly squeezed is better
Zest of 1 Orange
4 Cinnamon Sticks
1/3 C. Honey
2 C. Fresh Cranberries
1 Tsp. Ground Cloves
1/2 C. 4 oz. Brandy (optional)

Instructions

Add cranberries, apple cider, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon sticks, honey, and cloves to crock pot; gently stir.
Heat on Low for 4 hours.
Add wine and brandy (optional) right before serving; gently stir.
Garnish with orange peel.

Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Strata with Blender Hollandaise

November 9, 2016 by Holly 2 Comments

This Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Strata with Blender Hollandaise Sauce is the perfect, savory breakfast casserole for the upcoming holidays. A layer of french bread gets topped with turkey bacon, and a medley of broccoli, cheddar and egg. The casserole is drizzled with an easy, hollandaise sauce straight from the oven.

I’m usually a sweet breakfast casserole fanatic, but holy eggy goodness! This combo is the best savory breakfast dish I have ever tasted…seriously. The french bread adds a welcome layer of texture and you just can’t go wrong with a broccoli cheddar combination. This SAUCE is my new love! I’m thinking 30 ways to use hollandaise…can we just pretend that it is healthy? Next month can be everything oats and egg whites…blah, blah.

Seriously though, let’s take a break from my love affair with bread and egg for a sec. I’ve tried to show you how simple it is to piece this beauty together. A layer of cubed french bread begins the journey of egg goodness. I cut mine into around one inch cubes or so.

Then, you will want to halve your turkey bacon and fry it until just crispy. Put a single layer of it over your bread, wipe out your skillet and sauté the broccoli and garlic mixture. Whisk your eggs and milk together and gently stir in your broccoli and cheddar cheese.

Pour it all over the top of your bread and wait for that magical aroma to enter your life…holy yum situation has arrived!

Blenders are our friend…how else would we make frozen margaritas and pina coladas? OH, and this no fuss hollandaise sauce! Just blend it up and add it to the top of the casserole while warm and try your hardest to share with others.

Its been a little while since I’ve posted something (house for sale manic cleaning preoccupation), so I really wanted to knock your brunch socks off! I hope I’ve done it for you…my husband certainly enjoyed around 3 portions of it at once. My whole family came over and had it for dinner along with a crockpot of mulled wine. Is that a winning combination or what?

Perhaps you want to save the wine cocktails for your dinner crowd and indulge in a mimosa or 2 with brunch. I’ve got you covered with some great bubbly options on my Saturated Saturday page. Be sure to browse around for more great brunch options.

: Caramel Apple Sangria

: Pineapple Orange Creamsicle Mimosas

: Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

: Baked Apples with Oatmeal Filling

5 from 1 vote

Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Strata with Blender Hollandaise Sauce

Prep Time

30 mins

Cook Time

30 mins

Total Time

1 hr

A Broccoli Cheddar Egg Strata with turkey bacon and a topping of blender hollandaise sauce.

Course: brunch

Servings: 12

Author: Holly - 3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

Around half a loaf of French Bread; cut into 1" cubes
12 oz. Package of Turkey Bacon
2 Tbsp. Butter
12 Eggs
2 C. Milk
4 Cloves of Garlic; minced
Half of a Yellow Onion; finely diced
4 C. Fresh Broccoli Florets; stems removed
1 1/2 C. Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
2 Tsp. of freshly chopped chives
Hollandaise Sauce:
1 Stick of Butter
1/4 C. Lemon Juice
4 Egg Yolks
1/4 Tsp. Cayenne Pepper
Salt to Taste

Instructions

Spray the bottom of a 13x9" baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
Line the bottom with a single layer of bread cubes.
Cut turkey bacon in half; sauté until lightly browned and crispy.
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
Wipe out skillet.
Add a single layer of turkey bacon to the top of the bread cubes (will have extra).
Cut broccoli florets into smaller pieces so that they are no bigger than an inch or so wide.
Add butter to the skillet; heat to medium high heat.
Add garlic and onion; sauté for around 2 minutes until onion slightly translucent.
Add broccoli and salt/pepper to taste; saute until broccoli is slightly tender for around 3 minutes.
Remove from heat.
In a large bowl; whisk together eggs, milk and salt/pepper to taste.
Gently stir in broccoli mixture and cheddar cheese.
Pour over the top of the turkey bacon.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Allow egg mixture to set for around 5 minutes before baking.
Bake for around 30 minutes or until top is lightly browned and center is firm.
Prepare Hollandaise sauce:
Add egg yolks, lemon juice, salt and cayenne pepper to the blender bowl.
Melt butter in a bowl in the microwave until bubbly, but not browned.
Slowly add in hot butter while blending; blend for around 30 seconds after all butter has been added.
Add more salt or cayenne pepper to taste as needed.
Pour sauce over casserole while warm.
Top with fresh chives and enjoy!

Pumpkin Muddy Buddies

October 10, 2016 by Holly Leave a Comment

These Pumpkin Muddy Buddies are a must for your next Halloween party. They are so addictive, easy and fun for the kids to help make! Melted white chocolate chips, canned pumpkin, candy corn and sprinkles make for a festive treat that will disappear in an instant.

Ohhh how I love this sweet combination of gooey goodness and sugar! The original version is so good with chocolate and peanut butter, that I thought I would do some experimentation to come out with something equally enticing with the flavors of fall. This gives you the perfect excuse to whip up some of these buddies for your peeps at work (sorry guys I ate it all), kids (hide some for yourself of course), or your upcoming Halloween bash (lucky you). It also makes good use for that dreaded bag of candy corn your kids made you buy at the grocery store 3 weeks ago.

I love any recipe like this that only requires a quick spin in your microwave! No good flavors are sacrificed and very little effort is needed. Accept, when your daughter has taken the liberty of sprinkling the powdered sugar over large sections of your kitchen floor! Oh well…all part of the kitchen bonding experience.

Let’s talk about candy corn again for a moment. It is so festive and colorful, but is better served in a trashcan than by itself in a bowl. However, a sprinkle of it here or there mixed with other flavors or alcohol (yes alcohol) makes it completely edible. Wondering what the heck I’m talking about with the alcohol comment? We are talking about infusing whipped cream vodka with candy corn for the most awesome tasting orange, Candy Corn Martini ! Grab an extra bag of candy corn and add this cocktail to your Halloween party menu immediately! You will thank me later candy corn haters. Find more great cocktail ideas on my Saturated Saturday Page. Including my fall favorite, Caramel Apple Sangria.

: Caramel Apple Sangria

: Candy Corn Martini

: Pumpkin Shandy

: Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

Pumpkin Muddy Buddies

Cook Time

2 mins

Total Time

2 mins

Muddy Buddies with white chocolate, pumpkin and spice make a delicious treat without the need for an oven.

Course: Snack or Dessert

Servings: 12

Author: Holly-3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

1 C. White Chocolate Chips
2 Tbsp. Butter
2 Tbsp. Heavy Cream
1/3 C. Canned Pumpkin
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 Tsp. Pumpkin Pie Spice
1/2 Tsp. Cinnamon
8 C. Rice Chex
1 1/2 C. Powdered Sugar
3 Tbsp. Sprinkles
1 C. Candy Corn

Instructions

Add chocolate chips, butter and heavy cream to a microwave safe bowl.
Microwave for 11/2 - 2 minutes; stirring every 30 seconds until melted.
Add pumpkin, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon; whisk into chocolate mixture until combined.
Add Chex to a large mixing bowl; lightly stir in pumpkin mixture until combined.
Add powdered sugar to a gallon zip-loc bag.
Add the Chex mixture to the bag of powdered sugar, seal and shake until coated.
Remove from bag and place on wax paper until cool.
Add to a large Tupperware; lightly stir in sprinkles and candy corn before storing or serving.

Pumpkin Shandy

October 1, 2016 by Holly Leave a Comment

This Pumpkin Shandy is a refreshing light drink with pumpkin beer, apple cider, fresh orange juice and a splash of triple sec. You can add equal parts alcohol and fruit juice or increase either to taste. It also doesn’t hurt to throw in a splash of vodka to kick things up a bit.

I am definitely more of a vodka drinker, so a nice shandy or mule with a splash of vodka is a great way to drink beer. It is also a pretty versatile drink. You can add your favorite fruit juices or lemonade with equal parts beer for a great, lighter drink. Serve it over ice in a Moscow Mule mug with a garnishment of fresh fruit for a beautiful presentation.

I just love the look of copper mugs with the colors of fall. They are also great for keeping your drinks refreshingly cool. You can find them just about anywhere these days with the rise in popularity of the mule. There are quite a few different pumpkin beers to choose from this time of the year, so feel free to choose your favorite brand.

Its amazing how my little ones have an instant craving for fresh apples and oranges the second I try to take pictures of them! I usually have to beg them to eat their fruits and vegetables. Apparently, everything always tastes better when it isn’t your own. Which consequently, is a great diet plan…bite of your sandwich, bite of your soup, bite of your pancakes, drink of your latte (heck no!).

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Its a #pumpkineverything kind of month now that it is officially fall. Be sure to check out some of my other great pumpkin recipes if you are completely obsessed like me! Find more great fall cocktail ideas on my Cocktail Page including my favorite, Caramel Apple Sangria.

: Caramel Apple Sangria

: Candy Corn Martini

: Pumpkin Pie Martini

: Pumpkin Spice White Russian

: Fireball Apple Cider Sangria

: Chocolate Turtle Martini

: Apple Cider Margarita

: Crockpot Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate

Pumpkin Shandy

A refreshing blend of pumpkin beer, apple cider and orange juice makes the perfect fall cocktail.

Course: Cocktail

Servings: 1

Author: Holly - 3 Yummy Tummies

Ingredients

1/3 C. around 2.5 oz. Orange Juice (preferably freshly squeezed)
1/3 C. Apple Cider
3 Tbsp. 1.5 oz. Triple Sec
2/3 C. around 5 Oz. Pumpkin Beer
1/8 Tsp. Cinnamon optional
Orange Slice

Instructions

Fill a Moscow Mule mug or 16 oz. glass with ice.
Add orange juice, apple cider and triple sec to a cocktail shaker; shake to combine ingredients.
Pour mixture into the cocktail glass or mug.
Fill the remainder of the glass with pumpkin beer.
Lightly stir to combine, sprinkle the top with cinnamon and garnish with a fresh orange slice.