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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 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)
  • 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 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 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
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Main Course Meals

  • 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
  • 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 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)
  • One Pan Chicken Marsala Meatballs in a creamy mushroom and onion sauce, garnished with parsley, served in a white oval dish. A yellow cloth napkin and fresh herbs are partially visible beside this gluten free meal.
    Chicken Marsala Meatballs (GF, One Pan)
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Side Dishes

  • 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
  • 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 bowl from The Sunday Thymes filled with peeled cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and garlic cloves marinated in olive oil. The bowl rests on a white surface with a green cloth and sprigs of herbs nearby.
    Cherry Tomato Confit With Basil and Thyme (Mediterranean Style)
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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

  • 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 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
  • 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 black bowl filled with chicken and pesto pasta salad-penne tossed with cherry tomatoes, spinach leaves, mozzarella chunks, olives, and chicken in pesto sauce-sits on a light surface.
    Chicken And Pesto Pasta Salad (GF)
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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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  • Healthy Greek Green Beans
  • Cannoli Cookies With Ricotta and Orange Zest
  • Tuscan Kale And White Bean Soup (Easy One-Pot Recipe)
  • Baked Brie Cheese With Honey And Walnuts
  • Neiman Marcus Bars
  • Banana And Pumpkin Muffins
  • Italian Almond Cookies with Almond Flour (Soft Amaretti Style, GF)
  • Juicy Chicken Marsala Thighs (GF, One Skillet)
  • Roasted Nuts With Sage And Rosemary
  • Haystacks Candy (GF)
  • Apple Cranberry Tart With An Oatmeal Crust
  • Carrot Ring With Brown Sugar And Lemon
  • Pumpkin Fluff Recipe (5 Minutes, No-Bake)
  • Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte
  • Marinated Mozzarella Balls
  • Gluten Free Pumpkin Muffins
  • Dark Chocolate Truffles (2 Ingredients)
  • Healthy Cauliflower Chicken Soup
  • Gluten Free Cornbread Recipe
  • Biscoff Brownies
  • Gluten Free Sweet Potato Casserole With A Pecan Streusel
  • Classic Cottage Cheese Noodle Kugel (GF)
  • Roasted Cauliflower Salad
  • Pecan Brownies With Chocolate Chunks
  • Marinated Olives With Citrus
  • Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts With Cranberries
  • Italian White Bean Salad
  • Nut Clusters With Chocolate And Mixed Nuts
  • Baked Salmon Pesto in 20 Minutes
  • Savory Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes, and Herbs
  • Italian Potato Salad With Green Beans And Fresh Herbs
  • Gluten Free Pot Roast In A Crock Pot
  • Gluten Free Turkey Meatballs With Basil Sauce
  • Prosciutto Wrapped Dates
  • Chocolate And Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats
  • Rice Krispie Peanut Butter Balls (GF)
  • Mediterranean Salmon (Baked, Lemon Oregano)
  • Greek Lentil Salad With Lemon Dressing
  • Moroccan Salmon With Pistachio Gremolata
  • Moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
  • Creamy Chicken Dijon With Mushrooms
  • French Onion Chicken Recipe (GF)

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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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Easy Winter Recipes

  • 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
  • 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)
  • 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 bowl of muhammara dip, made from a classic muhammara recipe, garnished with chopped walnuts, parsley, and pomegranate seeds, displayed on a light-colored plate against a white background.
    Muhammara Recipe (Roasted Red Pepper Dip, GF)
  • A white baking dish filled with shrimp oreganata, baked to perfection and topped with golden, crispy breadcrumbs, garnished with lemon wedges and parsley. Two serving spoons are in the dish, and a lemon sits beside it on the table.
    Classic Shrimp Oreganata (Gluten-Free)
  • A square white bowl filled with green walnut pesto sauce sits on a white surface, with arugula leaves and walnut pieces nearby. A green cloth and silver spoon are also partially visible next to the bowl.
    Walnut Pesto With Arugula

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