Category “Christmas and Holidays”

Monday, 28 November, 2011

Divinity Fudge

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving, dear readers. And now the Christmas season is finally here! Let’s ring in the cheer with some delicious and easy treats.

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Monday, 21 November, 2011

Pumpkin Roll with Cream Cheese Filling

Well, it’s an exciting day for Vintage Victuals, dear readers. It is VV’s third blogoversery! I can’t believe that my first post three years ago has led to so many fun recipes, fun people, and fun food! Thank you all for being a part of this special place – it wouldn’t be the same without you!

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Monday, 31 October, 2011

Pumpkin Bars

Happy Halloween, dear readers! I hope you all had a day filled with magic, mystery, and (of course) delicious food. Here is a festive fall recipe to celebrate the day.

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Friday, 21 October, 2011

Buttermilk-Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

If you ask me, nothing is more comforting than a big bowl of delicious, cheesy mashed potatoes! This version features the intermingling of tangy buttermilk with sharp, melty cheddar cheese. Leave the skins on the potatoes for extra texture, color, and nutrition. This dish makes a perfect pair with saucy pork chops, roasted chicken, holiday turkey, or juicy pot roast.

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Thursday, 13 January, 2011

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

If you ask me, sweet potatoes are hard to improve upon – the simple richness of a sweet potato baked to caramelized perfection is my ideal. That is why I love this simple, old-fashioned recipe for mashed sweet potatoes. It subtly enhances the flavor and texture of the sweet orange flesh without overwhelming the main ingredient with unnecessary embellishments. This dish is pleasingly fluffy and light, and it melts in your mouth like sweet candy.

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