Holiday Spreads

Braised Beef Short Ribs & Irish Soda Bread with Fresh Herbs

Two Classic and Comforting Dishes Fit for an Irish Feast
Filed Under > Food

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You’ll want to grab a plate and pull up a seat at this gorgeous Irish inspired dinner because Chef Jason at Homespun has prepared a truly drool-worthy menu.  Think tender seasoned beef that doesn’t require a knife anywhere near it, sweet, yet savory roasted vegetables and a warm loaf of homemade Irish soda bread with fresh parsley and chives fresh out of the oven. This is one of those meals that you’ll be sorry to join the “clean plate club” for, but don’t worry…it all tastes even better on your second helping. 

Thank your oh-so-handy dutch oven for working the magic on these braised beef short ribs.  They’re truly slow cooked to perfection alongside a glorious mix of fingerlings, carrots, celery and garlic. Guinness, wine and sherry vinegar offer quite the tasty base for the beef, while a sachet of fresh rosemary, thyme and salt and pepper provide the last layer of seasonings. 

Irish soda bread really needs no introduction, am I right?  But this gorgeous loaf (yes, bread can totally be gorgeous) reminds us all just how much better homemade really tastes.  Just don’t even THINK about serving it without that creamy, local grass fed butter

If your St. Patrick’s Day gathering doesn’t include a warm, comforting meal like this with a big glass of Guinness…well, you may want to reconsider. Big thanks to the entire creative team on this shoot for inspiring us with a truly stunning St. Patty’s Day spread.  Cheers, Kat

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Sparkling Pear, Apple & Cranberry White Sangria

The Perfect Holiday Batch Cocktail to Ring in the New Year
Filed Under > Cocktail Hour

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As promised when you saw a sneak peek on Instagram last week, I’m sharing the recipe for a delicious and easy batch cocktail to enjoy on New Year’s Eve: my Pear, Apple & Cranberry Sparkling Sangria.  

Whether you’re sipping long before the ball drops, and/or well into the new year, this white sangria recipe hits just the spot.  It’s light, bubbly and refreshing, while having that lovely, wintry warmth thanks to whole cinnamon sticks and fresh rosemary sprigs from the herb garden.  My recipe calls for Pinot Grigio (here I’ve used one of my faves, Santa Margherita), which I’ve found marries the sweetness of the apple and pear and the tartness of the fresh cranberries and lemon to perfection.

And in terms of serving this gorgeous drink,  it’s safe to say that you can’t go wrong. The deep, ruby reds of the cranberries speak for themselves, but when the pristine slices of crisp apple and pear are added, the drink is truly tantalizing.  Thanks to my time with the Epting brothers in Athens this summer, I now have an appreciation for a great crystal collection—the definition of heirloom pieces—and I recently started my own collection that can be passed down from generation to generation.  This year’s batch of sangria looks truly stunning in my Waterford crystal punch bowl (which will also find its home on my bar cart as an ice bucket), allowing guests to serve themselves (with the most adorable holiday tongs) and see all of the gorgeous, sparkling contents afloat.  So tell me, Loves, how will you be toasting to the new year?  Truly, MKR

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Homemade Holiday Chex Mix

An Easy Snack Recipe to Enjoy While Holiday Lounging
Filed Under > Appetizers & Sides

Homemade Holiday Chex Mix

Now let me start this by saying I’ve made it my mission to perfect my holiday Chex mix recipe (or rather my grandma’s holiday Chex mix) for years.  After receiving my grandmother’s original recipe way back when, I’ve made batches of this super easy snack for just about everyone in my life to enjoy. It’s always been a winner; a batch was even cleared out within a single day at The Mr.’s office.  It’s perfect to have around the house during the holidays, to gift to neighbors and co-workers, and I love that you can make it your own with a few simple additions (we like ours with a little heat).  

And this year I’m proud to bring you my best batch of holiday Chex mix yet.  The secret to this year’s amazing batch:  bake it “low & slow.”  Year’s past I was baking at too high of a temp and the Chex was burning rather than crisping and instead of using a standard cookie sheet (like I did for years), I brought out my turkey roasting pan.  The pan allows you to properly mix the ingredients without making a big ole mess.  And lastly make sure to pay attention to step 4, this is key.  After an hour, and a few stirs later, you’ll have the perfectly crunchy Chex mix to rival my grandmother’s. Truly, MKR

P.S. This is absolutely NOT just a holiday dish, and I would eat this pretty much every day if I could.  It would be perfect if you’re hosting a little Super Bowl get together, plus you can easily make it gluten-free to make practically everyone happy.

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