‘Tis the season for infinite family gatherings, overly crowded shopping malls, extreme traffic jams and, of course, overindulgent holiday eating.
The month of December is often characterized by an overbooked calendar brought on by an extensive number of social gatherings held in a short period of time. Whether you’re the host or the guest at such festivities, the presence of food remains a constant factor, leading to another phenomenon known as holiday weight gain.
Packing on the pounds can be tough to avoid this time of year, but that’s what New Year’s resolutions are for, right?
Don’t let the stress of the season get you down; enjoy your time with family and friends, celebrate and reflect on all the memories of the past year, and please, don’t be a scrooge.
You can start by spreading some holiday cheer with these festive favorites from the State Fair of Texas Cookbook collection. Be sure to check this page daily for more recipe ideas!
Holiday Sweet Treats
Hazelnut Orange Thumbprint Cookies
Holiday Appetizers
Impress your guests with these simple yet scrumptious appetizers:
White Cheddar-Chive Pimiento Cheese
Decadent Spinach Artichoke Mushrooms
Holiday Breads
When it comes to the holidays, the more the merrier. (Note: this rule also applies to carbs)
Orange Cranberry Delight Biscuits
Side Dishes
A few festive ideas for that side dish you signed up to bring.
Apple Walnut Cornbread Dressing
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