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The Sunday Thymes

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It's Sunday and that means it's time for a NEW Sunday Thymes! Today, we are sharing what's new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we've been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or just want to say hi, we love hearing from you.

A plate of turkey-shaped Thanksgiving treats from Sunday Thymes, made from chocolate cookies, candy corn, chocolate balls, and frosting, arranged to resemble turkeys with colorful candy tail feathers.

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Happy prep time for Thanksgiving!

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What's Happening

It was a pretty quiet week around here, which honestly felt nice. One of the dogs had a vet appointment so that took center stage for a day. I also worked with a dog trainer this week, and let's just say the dogs caught on faster than I did.

I did slip out to see another influencer's cooking demo, which was a fun change of pace and gave me a few new ideas. It's always good to step out of my own kitchen and watch someone else do the cooking for a bit. I'm glad I went. She was sweet and her presentation was a lot of fun. I hope to reconnect with her again in the future.

My focus now is shifting to Thanksgiving. I'm making lists, double-checking what I already have, and trying to stay one step ahead before things get busy. A calm week was exactly what I needed before the holiday whirlwind hits. Cooking starts on Monday, but the turkey began defrosting today.

We are having my daughter-in-law's family for Thanksgiving and one of my girlfriends. It is a fun time and the kids appreciate that they don't have to divide and conquer two families for a holiday. I am making everything for the main meal and my daughter's Mom is bringing the app's and desserts.

A cheese ball covered in chopped pecans is shaped like a turkey, with a pretzel rod neck, round snacks for eyes, and pretzel stick tail feathers, perfect for your Sunday Thymes gathering and displayed on a platter in the kitchen.

Recipes

I have two new recipes for you and some updated gems this week. Enjoy!

Cannoli Cookies With Ricotta and Orange Zest
Soft Cannoli Cookies made with ricotta, orange zest, cinnamon, and mini chocolate chips. These cookies capture the bright, creamy flavors of a classic cannoli in an easy drop cookie that feels fresh and Mediterranean. Simple to make and perfect for holiday trays or an everyday sweet treat.
Cannoli Cookies
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.
French Onion Pasta with Gruyère
French Onion Pasta with Gruyère brings all the cozy flavors of French onion soup into a silky, comforting bowl of pasta. Slow-cooked onions, white wine, and rich broth create a deeply savory sauce that melts beautifully with Gruyère and Parmesan. It is elegant, satisfying, and easy to make with gluten-free pasta if desired.
French Onion Pasta
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.
Savory Baked Feta Dip with Tomatoes, and Herbs
This Baked Feta dip is a warm, flavorful appetizer that is simple and impressive. It features tangy feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, shallots, thyme, and garlic. A Mediterranean-inspired dish that is perfect for family or friends.
Baked Feta
Baked feta in a white casserole dish with tomatoes, garlic, and shallots.
Baked Brie Cheese With Honey And Walnuts
This Baked Brie Cheese with Honey and Walnuts is creamy, warm, and slightly sweet. It's the perfect appetizer for any gathering and comes together in minutes.
Baked Brie
Baked Brie with honey and walnuts in a white bowl with thyme and rosemary.
Healthy Greek Green Beans (Fasolakia)
Greek Green Beans, or Fasolakia, is a classic Mediterranean dish that combines tender green beans with a rich tomato-based sauce, flavored with olive oil, onions, and garlic. This recipe is simple and focuses on the beans, making it a perfect side dish.
Easy Greek Green Beans
Greek Green Beans Recipe in a white bowl.
Blistered Green Beans With Lemon Tahini
Beautiful blistered green beans with a light, citrusy lemon sauce. Excellent for a crowd or an easy weeknight dinner.
Blistered Green Beans
green beans on a white plate drizzled with a tahini sauce and lemon zest
Cauliflower Mushroom Recipe with Garlic Butter and Fresh Herbs
This Cauliflower Mushroom Recipe with Garlic Butter and Fresh Herbs is an easy skillet side dish. The vegetables turn golden and tender with rich, savory flavor in every bite.
Cauliflower Mushroom Skillet
Mushroom, cauliflower, and garlic in a skillet with a spoon.
Cranberry Walnut Bread With An Orange Glaze
This Cranberry Orange Walnut Bread is sweet, tart, and refreshing topped with a buttery streusel and drizzled with orange glaze. It's a delicious burst of bright flavor for any dessert table.
Cranberry Bread
Orange Glazed Cranberry Bread with an orange and a bowl of cranberries
Two small dogs, one black and white and the other mostly black, sleep curled up together on a fluffy beige dog bed. Sunday thymes bring cozy naps, with dog toys scattered nearby and cereal boxes visible on a shelf in the background.

It's close to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I'm starting to compile my lists. Here are a few items I am looking for but I promise I will have more next week:

  • I just bought two of these baskets for my office! I always need space to store "stuff". I also bought this blanket for hubby's office. I also couldn't resist this playset for my great niece along with this play tent!
  • We are a huge puzzle family. I bought this puzzle for one of my daughters.
  • Every year for the holidays I buy candles for my boys. Their favorite are the Frazier Fir candles. I just bought them for the holidays. It's a tradition, but did you see this Levain cookie candle?
  • I have a lot of serving pieces from Swiddles, Inc. She is a friend of mine and her business has really taken off. You can customize the look and the color that is on your pieces.
  • Here's a trick to remove those pesky red wine stains from your Thanksgiving meal.
  • I am signed up for a cooking class at Sur La Table in the next couple of weeks. They have fun classes both in person and online. It's always good to increase knowledge, right? I am also taking a knife skills class this weekend. I will report back!
  • Look at this gorgeous menorah! I like collecting unusual pieces and this fits the bill.
A picture of Gwen Wolken.

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Thank you!

Gwen

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