‘Tis the season for all things wonderful – cozy gatherings with loved ones, the glow of festive decorations, and, of course, indulging in scrumptious holiday treats! We recently asked the ACCESS PT team to share their absolute favorite holiday recipes, and boy, did they come through! Check out our top three picks:
Sweet Potato Holiday Cookies
Submitted by: Chelsea Colandrea, Sales Development Rep
Transform your leftover sweet potatoes into a delightful treat with this innovative Sweet Potato Cookie recipe! Harnessing the natural sweetness of the sweet potato, these cookies offer a delightful blend of flavors and a moist, chewy texture. Perfect for those seeking a unique twist on traditional cookies or looking to repurpose leftovers into a tasty snack. Give these Sweet Potato Cookies a try and experience a whole new level of deliciousness!
Shrimp Salad Appetizers
Submitted by: Monica Locascio, Talent Acquisition Specialist
Delight your taste buds with these exquisite Shrimp Salad Hors d’oeuvres! Made with succulent shrimp, crisp celery, flavorful crab, and fresh, crunchy lettuce, these bite-sized delights are a perfect balance of textures and tastes, and are an elegant addition to any gathering.
Cranberry & Apple Crumble
Submitted by: Jeanne Stanley, Marketing Coordinator
Cooking Light Magazine
Braeburn, Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, or any other tart variety of apple will work well in this recipe. I often use a mix of varieties for added flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup chilled butter, but into small pieces
- 6 cups sliced & peeled Braeburn apple
- 1 cup cranberries
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Ground cinnamon
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup; level with a knife.
- Combine flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter in a food processor; pulse 10 times or until mixture resembles coarse meal.
- Combine apple and cranberries in a large bowl.
- Combine juice and remaining ingredients; pour over apple mixture.
- Toss well.
- Spoon apple mixture into a 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Sprinkle with flour mixture. Optional – sprinkle with more cinnamon.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
