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Christmas Cranberry Salad

Finely chopped fresh cranberries sweetened with sugar, folded with crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows and optional nuts into a cream-cheese and whipped-cream mixture, served chilled.

AmericanSalad4 hr 20 min10 servings516 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: cranberry

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, soup

HB-8907 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Fruit Salad

A red and green fruit salad of pear, apple, grapes, kiwi, raspberries and pomegranate in a light honey and lime dressing. A fresh, healthy addition to the holiday table.

AmericanDessert, Side Dish, Snack10 minServes 6143 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: pear

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13189 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Honey Garlic Herb Pork Roast

A pork loin roast rubbed with honey, garlic, Dijon mustard, thyme and rosemary, seared and roasted over chicken broth or apple juice, then sliced into medallions.

AmericanMain course1 hr 35 minServes: 6352 kcalGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: pork

Pairs well with: applesauce, roasted sweet potatoes, coleslaw, cornbread, braised cabbage

HB-8909 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Light Cupcakes

Chocolate cupcakes made from cake mix enriched with pudding mix, sour cream and vanilla, topped with swirled vanilla buttercream. A black icing string loops over the frosting with colourful candy-coated chocolates studded along it as Christmas lights.

AmericanDessert2 hr 2 minMakes 18 cupcakes385 kcalVegetarianGluten-free

Main ingredient: box

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-8910 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Margaritas

A shaken holiday margarita of pomegranate juice, tequila and Cointreau topped with sparkling water, served over ice in vanilla sugar-rimmed glasses with frozen cranberries.

AmericanDrink5 minServes 2214 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: vanilla sugar

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-12186 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Red Velvet Poke Cake

A boxed red velvet cake baked in a 9×13-inch dish, soaked with sweetened condensed milk and melted white chocolate, and frosted with a cream cheese and whipped topping mixture.

AmericanDessertVegetarianGluten-freeLow-Sodium

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-8911 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Reindeer Crack

Rice or Corn Chex, mini pretzels and Bugles tossed with holiday M&M’s, coated in melted white almond bark and topped with red, green and white sprinkles.

AmericanMain courseVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-Sodium

Main ingredient: rice

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-8912 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Sprinkle Cookies

Soft-centred sugar cookies with sprinkles folded through the dough and pressed over the tops, scented with vanilla and a hint of almond.

AmericanDessert27 minServes 12226 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-17506 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Sunset

Orange juice poured over a sunk measure of grenadine gives a drink that shades from gold at the top to deep red at the bottom. It is a two-ingredient holiday flute with a garnish of orange and cranberries.

AmericanDrink5 minMakes 157 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: orange juice

Pairs well with: holiday cheese board, spiced nuts, brunch pastries, glazed ham

HB-18747 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Tree Cupcakes

Moist vanilla cupcakes under tall swirls of green buttercream piped to look like Christmas trees, finished with sprinkles. Pretty enough for the holiday table.

AmericanDessert42 minServes 24435 kcalVegetarianRenal

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-13193 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread

Thirty-three mozzarella-stuffed dough balls arranged as a Christmas tree, brushed with garlic parmesan butter and baked golden. Serve it warm with marinara for dipping.

AmericanAppetizer, Bread30 minServes 1154 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeDiabeticLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: pizza dough

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13194 · Hand-built original

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Christmas Tree Sugar Cookies

Soft vanilla sugar cookies cut into Christmas trees, baked pale and tender, and finished with smooth royal-style icing for decorating.

Americancookies, Dessert, holiday1 hr 8 minServes 18249 kcalVegetarianLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-17232 · Hand-built original

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Churro Cereal Mix

Toasted rice and cinnamon cereal coated in white chocolate and butter, tossed in cinnamon sugar.

AmericanDessert, Snack10 minServes 12208 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: rice

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-5327 · Hand-built original

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Churro Cheesecake

Cheesecake filling baked between two crescent roll sheets dusted with cinnamon sugar, chilled until firm, and served with strawberries and a condensed milk drizzle.

AmericanDessertVegetarianGluten-freeLow-Sodium

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-12380 · Hand-built original

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Churro Cheesecake Bars

Crescent-roll dough layered around a vanilla cheesecake filling, coated top and bottom with cinnamon sugar and baked until set, then chilled and cut into bars.

AmericanDessert2 hr16 bars209 kcalVegetarianLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: cheese

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-9740 · Hand-built original

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Ciabatta Sandwich

A chewy ciabatta loaf layered with pesto, mozzarella, deli turkey, salami, tomato and basil, then sliced into pieces. A flavour-packed sandwich that takes minutes to assemble.

Americanlunch10 minServes 6293 kcalEgg-freeDiabetic

Main ingredient: turkey

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13196 · Hand-built original

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Cider and Maple Old Fashioned

An old fashioned built on bourbon, maple and a measure of cider, split across two rocks glasses as published. Stirred, spirit-forward and gently spiced.

AmericanDrink5 minServes 222 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: bourbon

Pairs well with: roast duck, pecan pie, dark chocolate, blue cheese

HB-18691 · Hand-built original

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Cincinnati Chili (Skyline Chili)

The famous Cincinnati-style spiced beef sauce, simmered rather than browned with cinnamon, allspice and cloves, spooned over spaghetti with cheddar and diced onion. A regional classic with a fine, saucy texture.

AmericanMain Course1 hr 20 minServes 41004 kcalEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: beef

Pairs well with: mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, red wine sauce, yorkshire pudding, green beans

HB-13200 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Banana Bread

A cinnamon-forward banana loaf made with almond, tapioca and coconut flours, blended bananas, eggs and vanilla, baked until a toothpick comes out clean.

AmericanDessert55 minServes 6316 kcalVegetarianDairy-freeDiabeticHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: banana

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-11370 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Bourbon Cranberry Sauce

Fresh cranberries simmered with orange juice and coconut sugar, finished with bourbon, vanilla and a cinnamon stick until thick and glossy.

AmericanSide30 minServes 896 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: cranberry

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-11371 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon butter brioche toast

Thick brioche slices spread with cinnamon butter and toasted in the air fryer until crisp at the edges, topped with whipped cream, toasted nuts and syrup. A decadent ten-minute brunch.

AmericanBrunch40 minServes 2273 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeDiabeticRenal

Main ingredient: temperature

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13203 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Cardamom Old Fashioned Cocktail

A bourbon old fashioned warmed with cinnamon cardamom syrup and brightened with fresh lemon and orange juice. Stirred over a large cube with an orange peel garnish.

AmericanDrink15 minServes 134 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: bourbon

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13204 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Cardamom Sparkling Mocktail with Orange and Lemon

A sparkling alcohol-free drink of orange and lemon juice with cinnamon cardamom syrup, topped with bitters. Light, spiced and refreshing over a full glass.

AmericanDrink15 minServes 162 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: sugar

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-13205 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Whip up this simple cinnamon cream cheese frosting in less than 5 minutes! It's velvety smooth and once you add it to your cake or cupcakes for a delightful treat, everyone will be asking for seconds.

Americanbaking5 minServes 24192 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: ¾ oz cream cheese

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-0611 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Crêpes

Thin blender crêpes made from flour, almond milk, maple syrup and cinnamon, cooked one at a time in a hot, well-oiled pan.

AmericanBreakfastServes 1317 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeLow Fat / Low Cholesterol

Main ingredient: sugar

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-11372 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon French Toast

Sprouted bread soaked in a cinnamon and vanilla egg custard and fried in ghee until crisp, topped with sliced strawberries, hemp hearts and maple syrup.

AmericanBreakfastServes 4115 kcalVegetarianDiabeticLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolRenal

Main ingredient: avocado

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-11373 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Maple Bourbon Sour

A whiskey sour sweetened with maple instead of sugar, warmed through with cinnamon and bitters. Tart lemon keeps it bright while the bourbon carries the finish.

AmericanDrink5 minServes 190 kcalVegetarianVeganGluten-freeDairy-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumLow Fat / Low CholesterolHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: bourbon

Pairs well with: roast turkey, pecan pie, aged cheddar, spiced nuts

HB-18685 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread

A loaf built from frozen dinner rolls flattened, coated in cinnamon butter sugar, stacked sideways in a loaf pan, risen, baked and drizzled with a vanilla powdered sugar glaze.

AmericanBread, Breakfast, Dessert1 hr 40 minServes 11306 kcalVegetarianGluten-freeEgg-freeLow-SodiumHigh FiberRenal

Main ingredient: rolls

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-6568 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough

A cinnamon raisin sourdough loaf made with bread flour and whole wheat rye flour, an active starter and overnight refrigeration, baked in a Dutch oven until deeply crusted.

AmericanBreadVegetarianVeganDairy-freeEgg-freeHigh Fiber

Main ingredient: bread flour

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans

HB-6569 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding

Day-old cinnamon rolls cut into pieces and soaked in an egg, milk and evaporated milk custard with cinnamon and bourbon, baked until puffy and golden.

AmericanDessert1 hr 30 minServes 6454 kcalVegetarianGluten-free

Main ingredient: egg

Pairs well with: toast, hash browns, fruit salad, bacon, avocado

HB-9213 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake

A baked cheesecake on a cinnamon graham cracker crust with a cinnamon sugar paste layered through the cream cheese filling, cooled slowly, chilled, and topped with sweetened whipped cream.

AmericanDessert8 hr 30 minServes 12795 kcal

Main ingredient: crackers

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-6570 · Hand-built original

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Cinnamon Roll Dessert Pizza

Pizza dough spread with a buttery brown sugar, oat and cinnamon topping, baked and drizzled with cream cheese glaze. All the flavour of a cinnamon roll in a shareable pizza.

AmericanDessert40 minServes 8300 kcalVegetarianEgg-freeLow-SodiumRenal

Main ingredient: dough

Pairs well with: coleslaw, cornbread, potato salad, baked beans, coffee

HB-13210 · Hand-built original

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