Cottage Kitchen

“Go thy way, eat thy bread with joy, and drink thy wine with a merry heart; for God now accepteth thy works.” ~Ecclesiastes 9:7

When it comes to cottage-style food, think of rustic, simple, and old-fashioned. I pore over old cookbooks to rediscover old favorites and bring them back!

Drinks · Hot Drinks

Orange Blossom Scented White Cocoa
The fierce gorge winds visit regularly at Hidden Bluff. On those days I prefer to be inside listening to the howling as opposed to being out in it. It is…
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Cookies · Cottage Kitchen · Desserts

White Chocolate Mandarin Cranberry Cookies
White Chocolate Mandarin Cranberry Cookies. December 21, 2021. New Christmas cookies are always welcome because they spice up the Christmas cookie tray while still enjoying the old favorites. And often…
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Cocktails · Cottage Kitchen · Drinks · Holiday Food

9 Holiday Drinks for your Festivities
Here is a roundup of 9 holiday drinks to serve at your festivities! Enjoy!
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Cottage Kitchen · Drinks · Holiday Food · Hot Drinks

Merry Mint Tea DIY
Tea has become a regular part of my life. While the lifelong coffee addiction still runs strong it became clear that cutting back a bit would be a good idea….
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Cakes · Cottage Kitchen · Desserts · Holiday Food

No-Bake Pink Peppermint Fluff
No-Bake Pink Peppermint Fluff. November 29, 2021. No-Bake Pink Peppermint Fluff was the Christmas dessert we had every year while I was growing up. We loved it. Nothing says Christmas…
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Cocktails · Cottage Kitchen · Drinks · Holiday Food

Fluffy Candy Cane Martini
When my brother comes over from Germany to visit, he and I like to have a late night martini and chat away. We will stay up late nursing our martinis…
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Cocktails · Cottage Kitchen · Drinks · Holiday Food

Homemade Candy Cane Liqueur
Today’s idea for a Christmas diy is a fun one! Last week, I got the idea to put a bunch of candy canes in vodka to see if it would…
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Cottage Kitchen · Holiday Food · Side Dishes

Homemade Cranberry Peach Sauce
Cranberry sauce is indispensable at the holidays. Thanksgiving dinner just isn’t the same without that ruby colored dish of tangy, sweet berry preserves. I always put a good dollop of…
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Cocktails · Cottage Kitchen · Drinks · Holiday Food

White Peach Cranberry Spritzer
When it comes to parties, I like to serve one main cocktail. Having an “official party drink” is a great way to add a touch of elegance to the gathering….
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Appetizers · Cottage Kitchen · Holiday Food

Brie Toasts with Microwave Peach Pepper Jelly
November rain is pouring outside my writing room while I am bundled up in a chunky knit sweater and typing. Dinner plans for homemade curry have been slightly altered as…
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Candy · Cottage Kitchen · Desserts · Sauces, Condiments, Spice Mixes

Hot Fudge Sauce & Butterscotch Sauce Recipes
Hot Fudge Sauce & Butterscotch Sauce Recipes. October 6, 2021. Homemade gifts are a special delight to receive because you know the giver has put effort and love into them….
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Cottage Kitchen · Main Courses · Vegetables

Apple Bacon and Pecan Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing
Apple Bacon and Pecan Salad with Maple Dijon Dressing. September 14, 2021. A beautiful and flavorful salad is always the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of fall. There is…
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