From family get togethers, company holiday parties, Friendsgiving and more there is always something going on this season where you will most likely need to bring a dish. I mean sure you can sign up for plates and silver ware again and this year's potluck but why not take a leap and impress those relatives with something NEW. We've compiled a Holiday Recipe Cheat Sheet so you can surprise your in laws with something FANCY AS HELL without burning your kitchen down.
Drool Worthy Charcuterie Board
for the non so kitchen friendly people
Not big on cooking? That's OK, sign up for an appetizer at this year's holiday potluck because this Charcutierie board looks Pinterest Worthy with very minimal effort and of course no cooking needed.
Formula for a perfect snack board:
at least 2 different types chips or crackers, you can also use a snack mix like
1-2 of your favorites
grapes and/or berries
olives
sliced cured meats
1-2 different types of cheeses (brie is shown here, but you can choose your favorite)
sliced cucumbers and/or carrot sticks
your favorite honey, like Blue Sage Honey's infused honey
get fun and creative with the assembly.
5 Ingredient Cinnamon
Oatmeal Cookies
for people who can bake, but not cook.
These cookies will make everyone think you are a baking expert but really only take a few minutes to whip together.
Mix together
1 egg
1 cup coconut sugar
1/2 favorite nut butter
1 dash of cinnamon
1/2 cup oats
Mix and bake for 12-15 minutes
SOURDOUGH SAGE STUFFING
for the over achiever
Yes you read that right - - not only is this stuffing classy as hell but it's relatively easy to make as far as homemade stuffing goes. The slight sweetness of the apple, tangy-ness of the bread and richness of the sage makes this stuffing the perfect combination of flavors to make your family think "ok... someone's been watching Iron Chef" which trust me, is a good thing.
STUFFED DATES
for the non so kitchen friendly people
Stuffed Dates are a real crowd pleaser and require very minimal effort. You can both sweet and savory and can be used for an appetizer or dessert.
Savory Idea:
Stuff with goat cheese & wrap in proscuitto
Sweet Idea:
Stuff with nut butter and topped with dehydrated berries & bee pollen like the Almond Butter Stuffed Dates pictured here.
Gingerbread Banana Bread
for people who can bake, but not cook.
Holiday brunch or dessert you can bring this grain free Gingerbread Banana Bread with Dairy Free Caramel sauce. Every one of your friends and family will no only appreciate your baking skills but will be impressed with how creative you are to adapt their favorite breakfast into a holiday treat.