• Sweet Potato Casserole
    This recipe was given to the Smith side of our family by a family friend.  For several years, especially when we were spread all over the country, it wasn’t considered a complete Thanksgiving if at least one person didn’t call another asking for the recipe. As a result, I’m pretty sure this recipe has been …
  • Quick Cranberry and Orange Relish
    This is a super simple addition to Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner.  It also makes for a great addition to your post Thanksgiving sandwiches. 1 pound fresh cranberries Grated zest and juice of 1 orange ½ walnuts (make it better and substitute Pecans) 1 c sugar, or to taste Combine the ingredients in the bowl of …
  • Cornbread Dressing (or Stuffing)
    Cornbread Dressing (we call it stuffing, but we don’t actually stuff the turkey at all.  Also there seems to be some ongoing debate about the bread you stuffing should be made from.  In my personal opinion, cornbread is the only answer.  ½ c dark raisins ½ c cognac (more if you want to enjoy a …