Winter is well on its way, and our readers are craving all things holiday! From cozy drinks for the whole family to beloved soul-warming dinners, this month’s most popular recipes are sure to get you into the holiday spirit. All you need is a side of eggnog to sip on!
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Italian Invisible Apple Cake (Torta Invisibile di Mele)
This rustic Italian cake uses simple ingredients for major impact: once sliced, its cross section reveals beautifully complex layers of apple that seem to almost disappear into a buttery batter. Flavoured with vanilla bean, lemon zest and freshly ground nutmeg, this warming cake was a major hit with our readers this month!
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Simple Oven-Baked Stuffing
This easy make-ahead recipe is perfect for the holidays. It only takes 40 minutes in the oven and reheats beautifully for a holiday dinner and leftovers afterwards.
Sticky Toffee Apple Cake
Our readers just can’t get enough of this sticky toffee apple cake recipe. Sticky toffee pudding meets apple cake in this delightful mashup of two favourite fall desserts. Shredded apples are baked right into the batter, making for a seriously tender and moist cake.
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Italian Pastina Soup
It’s no surprise that readers are flocking to this recipe as cold and flu season starts to pick up. A simple interpretation of chicken noodle soup, this beloved Italian comfort food comes together in under an hour.
Curl Up With Chocolate Orange Hot Chocolate
Sipping on a hot chocolate is one of the best parts of the holiday season, and this chocolate orange twist on the classic drink is sure to surprise and delight. Orange zest lends this bevy an elevated citrusy touch.
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Moussaka
This beloved family recipe features rich layers of meat sauce, roasted vegetables and a creamy bechamel for the perfect hearty main.
Non-Alcoholic Hot Toddy
Cold winter days call for hot drinks to warm you up, and this non-alcoholic hot toddy is perfect for everyone! Featuring warming ingredients like ginger, jalapeno, pepper and tamarind, this is not your average bevy.
Marinated Persian Olives With Whipped Ricotta
The perfect holiday appetizer, the best part about this dish it that it tastes even better if you make it ahead of time, which can be a real time saver! Pomegranate molasses in the olive marinade is a unique addition that your guests are sure to love.
Traditional Acadian Chicken Fricot
A Food Network Canada reader favourite, this recipe is popular every winter. It’s a total cold weather comfort dish, and it’s also great for using up leftover turkey from the holidays.
Air Fryer Baked Brie with Caramelized Pears
Baked brie gets a holiday upgrade in this delightful recipe. Coated in crispy panko crumbs and topped with caramelized pears, this easy holiday appetizer is a must-make this winter.