Mom Confessions

50 Toast Toppers
Pick up a loaf of French bread and get inspired by dozens of savory and sweet topping ideas. Try No. 24, with Taleggio cheese and candied nuts.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/holidays-an ... st-toppers

Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Don't throw out the mushroom stems! They add an earthy element to the sweet Italian sausage filling. Finish off each cap with breadcrumbs, cheese and chopped green olives for a tangy touch.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... ms-3363352

Cheesy Phyllo Cups with Butternut Squash
These tiny phyllo cups are one-bite dips. You'll layer cream cheese, smoked cheddar and roasted squash for a sweet, savory and smoky bite.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... sh-3894771

Crispy Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Cream cheese, chopped veggies and fresh lemon make bright additions to this crab filling. It would make a wonderful dip on its own, but it’s even better when baked into mushrooms with buttery cracker crumbs.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... ms-3363545

Pomegranate-Brie Phyllo Cups
Bright, juicy pomegranate seeds complement creamy Brie cheese in these bite-sized apps.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... ps-3562313

Squash Soup in Pumpkin Bowls
Surprise guests by serving this squash soup in a hollowed-out pumpkin for holiday entertaining. A range of toppings like pepitas, croutons and crisp prosciutto completes the festive bowls.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... pe-1973305

Maple Cranberry Sauce
Calling for only five holiday staple ingredients, this homemade sauce is a great way to put a spin on the classic—and still appease the traditionalists at the table.

http://relish.com/recipes/cranberry-map ... E%20RECIPE

Cranberry Jalapeño Relish
Make use of unexpected flavors like jalapeño and fresh cilantro.
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Bundt Pan Cornbread Dressing
Bake your dressing right in a bundt pan for a fun slice-and-serve presentation. Kids especially love this variation—it's like having cake for dinner.

http://relish.com/recipes/bundt-pan-cor ... E%20RECIPE

Try Panade Instead of Stuffing
Think "bread pudding"—only savory, and packed with veggies.


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