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Egg Nog Custard Tarts

December 10, 2017 by The Runaway Spoon Leave a Comment

In the busy, crazy holiday season, necessity is often the mother of invention, and this recipe is proof of that. Some years ago, after a trip to Portugal with a group of girlfriends, I worked out a recipe for Portuguese Custard Tarts. It was really an attempt to recreate a memory for my friends, but they are so easy to make and lovely to serve, that they became something of a … [Read more...] about Egg Nog Custard Tarts

Gingerbread Brownies with Buttermilk Glaze

December 7, 2014 by The Runaway Spoon 2 Comments

My first introduction to “gingerbread” was the cute crisp gingerbread men cookies decorated with cinnamon candies and white icing we are all so familiar with. Few of those were homemade, and none ever did much for me. So I really never much thought of gingerbread as a favorite part of my holiday season. Those cookies sure are cute, but not much in the flavor department. But … [Read more...] about Gingerbread Brownies with Buttermilk Glaze

Holiday Spice Bread with Whipped Honey Butter

December 22, 2013 by The Runaway Spoon Leave a Comment

I adapted this recipe from an old community cookbook, modernizing and stream lining it a bit, but I can’t imagine its origins.  Maybe Scandinavian? Or a take on a French quatre epices? A Byzantine tradition?  I don’t know, but the unusual spice combination lightly sweetened with honey really sets this bread apart.   I want there to be some story that this is … [Read more...] about Holiday Spice Bread with Whipped Honey Butter

Eggnog Pie

December 9, 2012 by The Runaway Spoon 1 Comment

I considered calling this Christmas Panic Pie. It is the perfect recipe to have in your pocket for  the busy holidays.  It is simple, requires a few ingredients you can easily have on hand and can be dressed up elegantly or served simply.  During the holidays, I always have a carton of eggnog in the fridge.  It is one of my favorite holiday flavors and ingredients, and stashing … [Read more...] about Eggnog Pie

Homemade Fruitcake

November 25, 2012 by The Runaway Spoon 3 Comments

I love fruit cake.  I know, I know, I am in the minority.  Fruit cake is one of the most maligned and made fun of foods out there.  We’ve all heard the jokes about the one fruit cake that actually exists, but is re-gifted around the country year after year.  I think the only thing some people like about the gift of fruit cake is the handy tin it comes in, great for storing … [Read more...] about Homemade Fruitcake

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