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On Christmas eve at our house it is a busy time! Everyone is running around getting ready for family arriving that evening. By the end of the day I spend my time putting together toys for the little ones for the next morning.

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Hot Apple Cider

Ingredients

  • 6 cups apple cider
  • 1/4 cup real maple syrup
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 6 whole allspice berries
  • 1 orange peel, cut into strips
  • 1 lemon peel, cut into strips

Directions

  1. Pour the apple cider and maple syrup into a large stainless steel saucepan.
  2. Place the cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries, orange peel and lemon peel in the center of a washed square of cheesecloth; fold up the sides of the cheesecloth to enclose the bundle, then tie it up with a length of kitchen string. Drop the spice bundle into the cider mixture.
  3. Place the saucepan over moderate heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cider is very hot but not boiling.
  4. Remove the cider from the heat. Discard the spice bundle. Ladle the cider into big cups or mugs, adding a fresh cinnamon stick to each serving if desired.
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So this year I decided to have a small holiday party to flex my culinary muscle and cook for the people I work with. I am excited, it is a bit of work, but not too much as long as you mise en place. Below is my menu:

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Pear Martini, Santa’s Red Hat & Wine Selections

Almond Crusted Gouda Delights

Gouda Cheese crusted with Almonds

Basil Tortellini

Tortellini in a light tomato, basil sauce

Pesto Scallops

Scallops in an herb pesto sauce

Beef & Chicken Skewers

Beef & Chicken skewers in a ginger apricot glaze

Endive Wedges

Tender endive wedges with a sweet dressing, topped with Bleu cheese

Holiday Chocolate Truffles

JTLwww.jacobtylerlucas.com

I will be having a soloist also at the house to play the smooth sounds fo Christmas! It is shaping up to be a great party! I will report back with pictures of the food and how it all went! Wish me luck.

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The fast-cooking entree is sure to make a regular appearance at your dinner table!

Ingredients

* 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
* 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
* 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
* 4 (4 ounce) boneless pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, basil, salt and chili powder. Gradually stir in 1 tablespoon oil until crumbly. Rub over both sides of pork chops.
2. In a large skillet, cook pork in remaining oil over medium heat for 7-8 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

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