My favorite holiday sides and desserts!
This Christmas Morning Apple Cinnamon French Toast Bake is the ultimate make-ahead holiday breakfast. Soft, custardy, layered with cinnamon apples, and finished with a light cream cheese drizzle — perfect for prepping the night before and baking Christmas morning.  Creator: Leslie Stokes There are certain recipes that instantly feel like Christmas, and this apple
This creamy baked potato soup is rich, cozy, and full of classic steakhouse flavor. A holiday favorite in our house, perfect for Christmas Day or cold winter nights. Â Â Creator: Leslie Stokes A cozy, steakhouse-style classic and one of our favorite Christmas traditions Every single year on Christmas Day, we make a big pot
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This Hot Honey Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant Casserole is the Thanksgiving-morning breakfast you’ll want every year. Buttery croissants, crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, melty cheese, and a warm hot honey drizzle on top. Sweet, spicy, savory, and unbelievably good.  Creator: Leslie Stokes There is something about Thanksgiving morning that just feels magical. The house
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A from-scratch upgrade to the classic holiday casserole—no canned soup, just real ingredients and a silky mushroom cream sauce that tastes so much better than anything from a can.  Creator: Leslie Stokes There’s something about a green bean casserole that just feels like the holidays. It’s one of those dishes that has shown up
This Pumpkin Pie Crumble Skillet is the easiest, coziest alternative to pumpkin pie—made with a silky pumpkin filling and a buttery cinnamon crumble that’s not too sweet. Perfect for Thanksgiving or fall gatherings and best served warm with melty vanilla ice cream.  Creator: Leslie Stokes If you love pumpkin pie but want something a
Thanksgiving is all about gathering together, celebrating good food, and giving thanks. This Pumpkin Whipped Feta is the perfect addition to your holiday table. With its unique fall flavors and simple preparation, it’s one less thing to worry about on a busy cooking day – and one more thing for guests to rave about. Â
Creamy Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes, seasoned to perfection and topped with crispy fried onions, are sure to become a festive favorite. Creator: Leslie Stokes Ingredients: 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes Salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 cup warm milk 4 ounces cream cheese 1/4 cup butter Crispy fried onions About how many cups