Hi Friends!

Here’s my weekly post sharing about what’s going on in the world of RecipeGirl, as well as some fun links to things I’ve come across lately. So here it goes: following are 10 things to share with you this week- everything from recipes to shopping to a few fun articles and more. There are a few affiliate links included here and there. Have a great week!

Christmas Dinner Ideas:

• Christmas Pasta is fun for a holiday dinner.
• Or go classic with Brown Sugar Glazed Ham. 
• Rosemary Pork Roast is a delicious main dish to serve on Christmas day.
• Serve Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes as your potato side!
• Our family always makes Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Manicotti for Christmas night dinner!
• Prime Rib Roast is always a favorite. And Yorkshire Pudding is a great side to Prime Rib!

Fun Shopping Finds:

• I bought faux leather pants! I’m not really such a fashionable dresser all the time, but I thought these would be fun for a special night out or parties. They fit like regular pants (not skin-tight), and they’re true to size.
• I got this cozy robe for one of my guys. It was a great price, so hopefully it’s still on sale!
• This is a showstopper jacket!
• If you’re looking for the prettiest red top ever, this Rose Applique Top is beautiful!
• Red leather gloves would be a lovely gift too.
• These sneakers are cute!
• My Anthropologie obsession continues with this pretty blouse. Which color should I get?

Instagram accounts to follow:

• Follow Zoe Bakes for delicious baked goodies!
• Follow The Magical Slow Cooker for great slow cooker recipes!

What I’m watching and reading:

• We started watching the latest season of Yellowstone on Paramount Plus. The family in the show is a total train wreck, but we love the show.
• I’m still listening to Educated by Tara Westover on audiobook. Sometimes I get distracted when listening to audiobooks, but I’m enjoying this one and staying engaged with this compelling memoir.

Fun Recipes I’ve spotted on the internet this week:

• Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls sound wonderful for Christmas morning!
• Baked Ham and Cheese Pinwheels looks so yummy for a holiday party or gathering of relatives.
• If you’re a meatloaf fan, this homemade meatloaf looks perfect.
• This Cranberry Christmas Cake is lovely.

Here’s what’s going on in my life:

• I bought a new car! I won’t say what it is because I’m kind of private that way… but I ordered it last January, and it finally arrived. Very exciting!
• It rained in Scottsdale last week!  I know that doesn’t sound all that interesting, but we actually rarely get rain so it felt like a couple of winter days for once. Otherwise our winter usually has highs in the 50’s and low 60’s during the day.

Catch up on food-related news of the week:

•  Newly released cookbook: What’s for Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People: A Baking Book by Claire Saffitz. Need I say more- it’s a dessert book!
• Thinking ahead… how to start the Mediterranean Diet.
• The French baguette has been given UNESCO protection!
• I found some easy Hanukkah recipes for you!
• Here are the best, new Trader Joe’s products.

Products I’m loving:

• This is kind of a weird share, but I’ve had several people tell me over the last year that I have amazing skin with very few wrinkles for my age. I’m not sure why, but I like to think it’s because of the face moisturizer that I use. It’s Blue Copper Prime Face— and it’s ridiculously expensive, but you can usually find it on sale. It’s one of the things I totally splurge on.
• Look for Bonne Maman brand Cherry Preserves. I bought a giant jar at Coscto, but they probably carry it in the regular grocery store too. It’s delicious!
• If you are looking to buy a jewelry gift, I wanted to share that I have a pair of bracelets that I absolutely love, and I wear them together. One is a pearl bracelet, and the other is a knot bracelet. I have them both in silver, and I wear them all the time.
• Look for Blue Diamond Gourmet Almonds- Garlic, Herb and Olive Oil. I bought a big bag at Costco, but they might have it in the regular markets. They’re spiced Marcona almonds, and they’re so good!
• Fill the guys stockings this year with cool cocktail ice cube trays and cute swizzle sticks.
• Dress your doggie up for the holidays!
• A checkered pie plate with a matching server, anyone?

Bake this weekend: 

• Pecan Sticky Buns for breakfast!
• Cinnamon Swirl Bread for holiday mornings.
• Peppermint Brownies are a great addition to your holiday treat platters.
• You must bake Gingerbread for Christmas!

Next Week’s Recipes:

• On RecipeGirl: Smoked Chicken Chowder, Bourbon Balls, Mountain Christmas Cookies, Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries, Cream Scones and Rocky Road Fudge
• On RecipeBoy: Candy Cane Grahams
• On RecipesForHolidays: Biscuits and Gravy for National Biscuits and Gravy Day (Dec. 14th)

Have a wonderful week!

XO 
Lori (RecipeGirl)

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