Two Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes
November 04, 2005
Contributing Writer: Monica Resinger
My husband, two kids and I go to my parents' house every Thanksgiving for a wonderful home cooked dinner by my mom. One of my favorite dishes my mom used to make is Sweet Potato Casserole. The reason I say `used to' is because each year I ask my mom what dish I can bring and she now has me bring this and another dish, a salad.
My mom is a teacher's assistant at an elementary school and the Sweet Potato Casserole was one of the dishes brought to a potluck by another staff member. My mom loved it so much she got the recipe and we've been having it every Thanksgiving since. It's more like a dessert than a side dish.
The Cranberry Fruit salad recipe I'm including was also found at a staff potluck at the school where my mom works. It's sweet-tart, delicious and very easy which is a big plus at Thanksgiving time! I hope you'll try them on your tables this year.
Sweet Potato Casserole
Serving Size: 8- Two 16 Oz Cans Sweet Potatoes
- 1/4 Cup Butter
- 3/4 Cup Sugar
- 1/2 Tsp. Salt
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 Cup Milk
- 1 Tsp. Vanilla
Topping:
- 1 Cup Brown Sugar
- 1/4 Cup Butter
- 2 Tsp. Cinnamon
- 1/4 Cup Flour
NOTES: May be made the day before and refrigerated before baking. Happy cooking - Mom.
Cranberry Fruit Salad
- one 12-oz pkg. fresh cranberries
one 20-oz can pineapple chunks, drained - 1 Cup sugar
- 1 pkg. mini marshmallows
- one 12 oz. container whipped topping
==============================
Monica Resinger is the Editor of Creative Home Ezine, a jam-packed e-mail e-zine that publishes the collective advice of thousands of homemakers in all home and garden topics like organizing, cooking, parties, decorating, cleaning, family life, gardening, crafts and much more!
Become a part of our family and receive this fun and informative resource Monday through Friday. Join now by sending a blank e-mail to: CreativeHome-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.
==============================
Copyright, 2000, Monica Resinger
==============================
Recently in Food & Diet:
Cupcake Wedding Cakes
Cupcake wedding cakes are beautiful, fun and can be much less expensive than traditional wedding cakes...
Fun Valentines Day Sweet Treats
Children love to decorate for all holidays and they love to help out in the kitchen and make crafts. The following cover all three of these areas for some special family fun...
The Right Way to Eat for Better Health and Weight Loss
For most of your life, you probably have eaten breakfast, lunch and dinner. Now depending on your eating habits, this may be okay...but many people skip breakfast because they don't have the time, they have a semi-normal lunch and then a large dinner. Avoid this at all costs...
How To Naturally Lose Weight Fast - 5 Secrets
Losing weight naturally is the best way to go. As you lose weight, you will feel better and you will look better to those to whom you are attracted. By understanding the connection between caloric intake and calorie burning, you have the right foundation in place for see significant weight loss...
Healthy Easter Treats -- Easter Bunnies Bring More Than Chocolate Eggs
Easter baskets don’t have to be full of chocolate and peeps. Here are some great ideas that will fill your Easter basket without all the extra fat and sugar...
A St. Pat's Day Feast!
You don't have to be Irish to have fun on St. Patrick's Day. Why not surprise your family with a meal all made of green foods...
Valentine Chocolate Kiss Bouque
Chocolate is a very popular gift for Valentine's Day. Many gift boutiques and flower shops offer beautiful candy bouquets that make a wonderful surprise for any Valentine. However, these arrangements can be quit costly. The good news is that these arrangements aren't that difficult to make. Try making this homemade rendition that is sure to make your Valentine feel very special...
Valentine's Day Recipe: Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Here's a perfect romantic recipe to make on this Valentine's Day: chocolate-covered strawberries. And it's so easy to make...