Category Archives: Holidays and Special Occasions

Braised Short Ribs

Posted on March 28, 2020 by swellkid recipes

Six years ago I was teaching half time and staying home half time with my preschooler. Even though I was very busy, I was home a lot more and so my cooking was slower, more complex, and frankly, better.  I … Continue reading →

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Holiday Cookies and Candies

Posted on December 15, 2019 by swellkid recipes

I haven’t had the time in the last two years to post many new recipes. My job as an elementary school teacher and my second job as a mom of two makes it pretty tough to carve our the time … Continue reading →

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Show-stopping Holiday Mains

Posted on December 8, 2018 by swellkid recipes

The holidays are a time for showcasing your best cooking and hospitality. If you’re hosting dinner this year, try one of my special occasion roasts or braises.  Be sure to plan ahead so that your meat counter or butcher has … Continue reading →

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Harvest Moon Pies

Posted on October 1, 2018 by swellkid recipes

Who doesn’t love an ice cream sandwich?  These pumpkin and spice moon pies are the perfect treat for fall.  Thanks to my husband Harley for the catchy title. 2 eggs 2 C. brown sugar 1 C. vegetable oil 2 C. … Continue reading →

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Peppermint Oreo Truffles

Posted on December 19, 2017 by swellkid recipes

So easy, these are not really even a recipe, more of a method.  You can mix and match Oreo flavors with your favorite spices and extracts. Done in 20 minutes, start to finish! 1 package of regular Oreos 1 brick … Continue reading →

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Sicilian Almond Cookies

Posted on December 18, 2017 by swellkid recipes

Anything almond flavored is nostalgic for me.  The smell of almond extract transports me back to my childhood summer visits to Sicily.  Once, when visiting my Nonna’s house in Siracusa, my dad arrived with a platter of bakery-bought almond cookies.  … Continue reading →

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Oregon Oyster Stuffing

Posted on November 18, 2017 by swellkid recipes

Oyster stuffing, or dressing, originated in New England, some say all the way back to the Colonial period when oysters were extremely plentiful and therefore eaten by rich and poor alike.  They made their way to tables in the Midwest … Continue reading →

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Browned Butter Sweet Potato Brulee

Posted on November 11, 2017 by swellkid recipes

Wow. So, so, so delicious. I realize I am tooting my own horn here, but really, this dish is a winner.  The sweet potatoes are smooth and light thanks to being passed through a potato ricer, the browned butter gives … Continue reading →

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Make-Ahead Veggie Strata

Posted on December 23, 2016 by swellkid recipes

I love to have people over for brunch. I am in favor of any event that gives me an excuse to drink champagne during daylight hours.  What I don’t love is getting up early to cook, so I like to … Continue reading →

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Maple Glazed Squash with Figs and Pomegranate

Posted on November 20, 2016 by swellkid recipes

I don’t know very many people who look forward to the sweet potato dish on the table at Thanksgiving. Maybe it’s because I grew up in Pacific Northwest? Maybe we don’t know how to treat sweet potatoes the way they … Continue reading →

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