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Holiday Recipes

Whether you're cooking for a family gathering or hosting friends, these holiday recipes make every occasion feel special. You'll find Mediterranean-inspired dishes, gluten-free options, and a few Jewish favorites that bring warmth and flavor to the table all year long.

Some of my personal favorites are the Haystacks Candy, White Chocolate Cranberry Blondies, and the Dark Chocolate Bark!

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  • Lamb moussaka being lifted with a spatula out of the casserole to show the layers.
    Lamb Moussaka
  • Baked Eggplant Parmesan Without Breadcrumbs Recipe on a white plate.
    Healthy Eggplant Parm
  • A white plate filled with cheesy chicken meatballs and arugula.
    Meatball Parmigiana
  • Chicken thighs baked with lemon and rosemary.
    Baked Tuscan Chicken
  • Orange Glazed Cranberry Bread with an orange and a bowl of cranberries
    Cranberry Walnut Bread With An Orange Glaze
  • White chocolate almond bark with cranberries in broken pieces on parchment paper.
    White Chocolate Almond Bark
  • Dark chocolate bark with sea salt stacked on a wire rack.
    Dark Chocolate Bark
  • A stack of milk chocolate almond bark set on a wire rack.
    Milk Chocolate Bark With Almonds
  • Gluten-free Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cookie Bars on a white plate
    White Chocolate Cranberry Blondies (GF)
  • white chocolate and dark chocolate studded with crushed peppermint.
    Homemade Dark Chocolate Bark With Peppermint

Appetizers

  • A plate of Greek chicken meatballs garnished with lemon slices and herbs, served with a small bowl of creamy dipping sauce topped with chopped parsley.
    Greek Chicken Meatballs With Lemon and Herbs
  • A white plate filled with golden brown garlic confit cloves, garnished with fresh rosemary sprigs on the side, placed on a light surface with a green cloth nearby.
    Garlic Confit With Thyme and Rosemary
  • A black bowl filled with cubes of marinated feta cheese in herbs and oil, garnished with chopped parsley and red pepper. Slices of bread, a spoon, and a green napkin are nearby on a white surface.
    5-Minute Marinated Feta Cheese With Herbs
  • A white bowl filled with cinnamon roasted almonds, coated in a shiny caramelized sugar layer, sits on a light-colored cloth on a white surface.
    Homemade Cinnamon Roasted Almonds (Candied Almonds)
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Main Course Meals

  • Round white pot filled with Greek Beef Meatballs, or Soutzoukakia, in rich red tomato sauce, garnished with chopped parsley. A striped towel, wooden spoon, and fresh parsley leaves are nearby on a light-colored tabletop.
    Greek Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce (Soutzoukakia)
  • A cast iron skillet filled with creamy chicken orzo bake, wilted spinach, and five golden-brown chicken thighs, garnished with grated cheese and herbs, sits on a light surface near a striped towel.
    Creamy Chicken Orzo Bake (One-Pan Dinner)
  • A pot of Penne Pomodoro with Italian tomato sauce, fresh basil leaves, and grated cheese, surrounded by tomatoes, garlic, basil, and a checked cloth on a white surface-a classic Italian dish.
    Penne Pomodoro With Tomato and Basil
  • A Mediterranean bowl filled with grilled chicken, couscous, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, cucumber, kalamata olives, red onion, tzatziki sauce, and crumbled feta cheese, surrounded by bowls of olives and tomatoes.
    Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl
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Side Dishes

  • A beige bowl filled with creamy French Onion Pasta, topped with shredded Gruyère cheese, black pepper, and a sprig of thyme. A fork, a gray napkin, and fresh garlic are nearby.
    French Onion Pasta with Gruyère Cheese
  • A white bowl filled with colorful Sicilian caponata, featuring chunks of eggplant, tomatoes, bell peppers, and herbs, garnished with fresh mint leaves. A spoon rests in the bowl on a light surface.
    Sicilian Caponata with Raisins, Celery & Fresh Herbs
  • A white bowl filled with roasted zucchini slices, garnished with crumbled cheese, fresh mint, chopped herbs, and lemon zest. Orange wedges and a small dish of cheese rest nearby on a white surface.
    Mediterranean Roasted Zucchini Slices
  • A pan of vibrant Mediterranean rice, colored with turmeric and garnished with chopped almonds, dried cranberries, and fresh parsley, sits beside an orange towel and a wooden spoon.
    Mediterranean Rice with Turmeric, Almonds, and Raisins
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Salads

  • A black bowl filled with Tortellini Pesto Pasta Salad, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, red onion slices, olives, and pesto, garnished with fresh basil. A spoon, fork, and napkin are beside the bowl, with extra pesto in a small dish nearby.
    Tortellini Pesto Pasta Salad (GF)
  • Tuna nicoise salad on a white platter.
    Nicoise Tuna Salad Recipe With A Dijon Dressing
  • Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad in a white bowl.
    Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad
  • Arugula, beet, and goat cheese salad in a white bowl with a fork stuck in it.
    Arugula And Beet Salad With Goat Cheese
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Brunch & Eggs

  • A pistachio ricotta cake, topped with powdered sugar and chopped pistachios, is cut into eight slices and displayed on a beige plate. A cup of coffee and a piece of newspaper are seen in the background.
    Moist Pistachio Ricotta Cake
  • Two glasses of green pistachio latte, made using a delicious pistachio latte recipe, are topped with foam and chopped pistachios on a white surface, surrounded by scattered pistachios and a small bowl of green sauce.
    Pistachio Latte Recipe With Real Pistachio Spread
  • A bowl of gluten free gnocchi salad with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, red bell pepper, and fresh basil sits on a light surface, accompanied by a spoon and green napkin.
    Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad With Gnocchi (GF)
  • A round, baked monkey bread made in a Bundt Pan is topped with chopped nuts and cinnamon glaze, sitting on a white plate on a white surface next to a green napkin and a fork.
    Sweet Bundt Pan Noodle Kugel With Cinnamon and Raisins
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Desserts

  • Nutella In Puff Pastry on a wooden board with parchment paper.
    Nutella In Puff Pastry
  • Holding a slice of Cinnamon Banana Bread.
    Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
  • Gluten free zucchini muffins stacked on top of each other with the top muffin half eaten.
    Healthy Gluten Free Zucchini Muffins (DF)
  • Chocolate covered stuffed dates stacked on top of each other and one is half eaten.
    Peanut Butter Stuffed Dates
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  • A slice of the Krembo cake on a plate with a fork.
    Krembo Cake
  • A white plate stacked with chocolate krispy treats, their crunchy, textured surface on display, sits on a white table near a few chocolate pieces and a partially visible white bowl.
    Spanish Chocolate Krispy Treats (Turrón de Chocolate)
  • Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake with one slice starting to come out of the cake.
    Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake for Passover
  • Simple Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries on a white plate
    Chocolate Covered Cherries Recipe
  • Chocolate dipped macaroons on a white plate.
    Gluten-Free Coconut Macaroons (6 Ingredients)
  • A slice of flourless chocolate cake on a white plate with a fork holding one piece.
    Flourless Chocolate Cake For Passover
  • Gluten-free, dairy-free chocolate chip cookies on parchment paper and a wire rack.
    Gluten And Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Chocolate Almond Torte on a white cake plate.
    Chocolate Almond Torte (GF)
  • A piece of carrot kugel topped with pecans and brown sugar on a white plate.
    Carrot Kugel
  • Greek Green Beans Recipe in a white bowl.
    Healthy Greek Green Beans
  • Two Italian almond cookies with almond flour, dusted in powdered sugar, are stacked; the top cookie has a bite missing, exposing its soft, crumbly interior. The background is light and blurred.
    Italian Almond Cookies with Almond Flour (Soft Amaretti Style, GF)
  • Sliced chicken roulade with spinach, sundried tomatoes, and herbs, arranged on fresh spinach leaves atop a wooden board, garnished with chopped parsley and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
    Easy Chicken Roulade Recipe With Spinach & Sundried Tomatoes (GF)
  • A close-up of a baked gluten-free puff pastry cup filled with melted brie cheese, cranberry jam, walnuts, and garnished with a sprig of rosemary, sitting on a wooden surface.
    Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites (Gluten-Free)
  • A plate of golden, flaky Greek Spanakopita Triangles topped with sesame seeds and garnished with fresh parsley. The pastries are arranged neatly on a round plate, with a small dish of dipping sauce nearby.
    Easy Greek Spanakopita Triangles with Spinach and Feta
  • A bowl of rigatoni creamy pasta topped with ground meat, fresh herbs, and grated cheese, placed on a light table with bowls of pasta, grated cheese, and fresh parsley nearby.
    Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta With Spinach
  • two servings of overnight french toast casserole on white plates and served with mixed berries.
    Overnight Brioche French Toast Casserole
  • Roasted smashed potatoes in a white bowl with rosemary on top.
    Crispy Smashed Fingerling Potatoes With Garlic
  • Using a pair of tongs to hold one piece of the boneless beef ribs.
    Easy Oven Baked Boneless Beef Ribs
  • Close-up of Cannoli Cookies with chocolate chips, drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with orange zest, with more cookies and chocolate chips in the background on a light surface.
    Cannoli Cookies With Ricotta and Orange Zest
  • classic italian ribollita soup in a white bowl.
    Tuscan Kale And White Bean Soup (Easy One-Pot Recipe)
  • Baked Brie with honey and walnuts in a white bowl with thyme and rosemary.
    Baked Brie Cheese With Honey And Walnuts
  • Neiman Marcus Bars stacked on top of each other and on a white plate with raspberries and whipped cream.
    Neiman Marcus Bars
  • Banana and Pumpkin muffins stacked on top of each other on a wire rack.
    Banana And Pumpkin Muffins
  • A black plate with two crispy Gluten-Free Chicken Milanese fillets, a handful of fresh arugula, two slices of lemon, and cherry tomatoes in the background. A fork and napkin are beside the plate.
    Gluten-Free Italian Breaded Chicken (Chicken Milanese)
  • A skillet filled with four browned chicken thighs in a creamy mushroom sauce, inspired by Chicken Marsala, garnished with fresh parsley and herbs, sits on a wooden board with a small dish of ground pepper nearby.
    Juicy Chicken Marsala Thighs (GF, One Skillet)
  • A white bowl filled with roasted nuts, including almonds, cashews, pecans, and pumpkin seeds, sits with a gold spoon beside it. Fresh herbs are placed nearby on a wooden surface.
    Roasted Nuts With Sage And Rosemary
  • Chocolate Chow Mein Noodle Cookies on a white plate
    Haystacks Candy (GF)
  • A slice of Unique Apple Cranberry Torte Dessert Recipe on a white plate with blackberries.
    Apple Cranberry Tart With An Oatmeal Crust
  • A round Apple Caramel Cake topped with chopped pecans sits on a light surface with an apple nearby. The cake has a golden-brown, rustic appearance, a moist center, and is perfect drizzled with caramel glaze.
    Apple Caramel Cake With Pecans And Caramel Glaze
  • A golden-brown carrot ring Bundt cake with a ridged, ring shape sits on a white plate atop a light-colored surface.
    Carrot Ring With Brown Sugar And Lemon
  • pumpkin fluff dip in a white bowl with ginger snaps. featured image.
    Pumpkin Fluff Recipe (5 Minutes, No-Bake)
  • Iced pumpkin spiced latte in a clear glass with a straw and cinnamon stick.
    Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte
  • Marinated Mozzarella Balls in a white bowl and someone holding one ball.
    Marinated Mozzarella Balls
  • A gluten-free pumpkin muffin half eaten and laying in a paper liner.
    Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins
  • Dark chocolate truffles stacked on a white plate with several coated with cocoa powder, coconut, or nuts.
    Dark Chocolate Truffles (2 Ingredients)
  • Creamy low carb Cauliflower soup with chicken featured image
    Healthy Cauliflower Chicken Soup
  • Cornbread slices on a white plate.
    Gluten Free Cornbread Recipe
  • Holding a biscoff brownie and watching the center drip down.
    Biscoff Brownies
  • Gluten free sweet potato casserole in a white dish with pecans scattered around it.
    Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole With A Pecan Streusel
  • A baked cottage cheese noodle casserole with a golden, crispy, and slightly browned top layer, featuring swirls and peaks in a white rectangular dish. The edges show some caramelization and browning.
    Classic Cottage Cheese Noodle Kugel (GF)
  • Warm Roasted Cauliflower Salad Recipe on a white plate with a striped napkin and a fork.
    Roasted Cauliflower Salad
  • Easy Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookie Brownie Bar Recipe baked and cooling on a wire rack.
    Pecan Brownies With Chocolate Chunks

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Hi! I'm Gwen

I’m so happy you are here. I started blogging to share my recipes with family and friends. You will find recipes that are Mediterranean-inspired and mostly gluten-free. I try to eat simple and seasonally, cooking with fresh whole foods. I hope to inspire you with a love for amazing food, as well as to encourage you to try something new!

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  • A white plate stacked with chocolate krispy treats, their crunchy, textured surface on display, sits on a white table near a few chocolate pieces and a partially visible white bowl.
    Spanish Chocolate Krispy Treats (Turrón de Chocolate)
  • A bowl of rigatoni creamy pasta topped with ground meat, fresh herbs, and grated cheese, placed on a light table with bowls of pasta, grated cheese, and fresh parsley nearby.
    Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta With Spinach
  • Close-up of Cannoli Cookies with chocolate chips, drizzled with chocolate and sprinkled with orange zest, with more cookies and chocolate chips in the background on a light surface.
    Cannoli Cookies With Ricotta and Orange Zest
  • A close-up of a baked gluten-free puff pastry cup filled with melted brie cheese, cranberry jam, walnuts, and garnished with a sprig of rosemary, sitting on a wooden surface.
    Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Bites (Gluten-Free)
  • Sliced chicken roulade with spinach, sundried tomatoes, and herbs, arranged on fresh spinach leaves atop a wooden board, garnished with chopped parsley and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
    Easy Chicken Roulade Recipe With Spinach & Sundried Tomatoes (GF)
  • Two Italian almond cookies with almond flour, dusted in powdered sugar, are stacked; the top cookie has a bite missing, exposing its soft, crumbly interior. The background is light and blurred.
    Italian Almond Cookies with Almond Flour (Soft Amaretti Style, GF)

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  • Chocolate Chow Mein Noodle Cookies on a white plate
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