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Midwest Living November/December 2013 Recipes

Savor holiday recipes that include peppermint-flavored baked goods, a classic turkey and sides, and make-ahead party foods from Indianapolis food blogger Annie Marshall.

Cider-Brined Turkey with Roasted Apples [1]

Cider-Brined Turkey with Roasted Apples

Even better than the pretty glazed fruit and crazy-juicy bird? The appley gravy made from the drippings.

Cider-Brined Turkey with Roasted Apples [2]

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Pumpkin Parsnip Bisque with Hazelnut Toasts [5]

Pumpkin Parsnip Bisque with Hazelnut Toasts

Puree wintry vegetables like potato, leek and parsnip into a velvety soup. Don't skip the crisp, buttery dippers. They're delicious dunked in the soup.

Pumpkin Parsnip Bisque with Hazelnut Toasts [6]

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White Christmas Peppermint Layer Cake [9]

White Christmas Peppermint Layer Cake

Fanciful pink peppermint frosting and snowy cake layers will brighten any holiday party. To decorate, choose between simple candy adornments (pictured) or whimsical white-chocolate trees.

White Christmas Peppermint Layer Cake recipe [10]

How to Decorate a Peppermint Forest Cake [11]

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Nutella Cherry Hazelnut Fudge [14]

Nutella Cherry Hazelnut Fudge

Chocolate-hazelnut spread (Nutella) gives this fudge a smooth texture and luscious nutty flavor. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.

Nutella Cherry Hazelnut Fudge [15]

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Parmesan-Crusted Goat Cheese with Basil Oil [18]

Parmesan-Crusted Goat Cheese with Basil Oil

This beautiful and unusual recipe makes one small cheese ball, but easily doubles or triples to make multiple for a party. The recipe comes from Indiana-based Annie Marshall of the blog Everyday Annie.

Parmesan-Crusted Goat Cheese with Basil Oil [19]

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Candy Cane Snack Mix [22]

Candy Cane Snack Mix

What's better than sweet and salty? Sweet, salty and pepperminty! This easy-as-could-be snack mix is fantastic for holiday gifts.

Candy Cane Snack Mix [23]

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Triple Pear Pie with Walnut Crust [26]

Triple Pear Pie with Walnut Crust

You can't mistake the fruit in this cardamom-spiced beauty. Pear nectar and dried pears complement thick slices of fresh, juicy Bosc pears.

Triple Pear Pie with Walnut Crust [27]

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Maple-Butternut Puree [30]

Maple-Butternut Puree

Roasting brings out squash's natural sugars. Blending with maple syrup, butter and nutmeg makes it utterly addictive. Bonus: This dish reheats beautifully.

Maple-Butternut Puree [31]

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Cornmeal Pumpkin Cake with Dried Fruit Compote [34]

Cornmeal Pumpkin Cake with Dried Fruit Compote

Riesling-poached fruit and billowy whipped cream crown a dense spice cake inspired by ingredients from the first Thanksgiving.

Cornmeal Pumpkin Cake with Dried Fruit Compote [35]

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Raspberry Truffles [38]

Raspberry Truffles

These five-ingredient truffles come together in a snap. Blending jam into the chocolate makes for a subtle fruit flavor perfectly balancing the rich, smooth chocolate. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.

Raspberry Truffles [39]

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French Onion Sliders [42]

French Onion Sliders

These totally indulgent sliders pack all the flavor of French onion soup into a tidy little sandwich. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.

French Onion Sliders [43]

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Cranberry Margarita [46]

Cranberry Margarita

Stir up a pitcher of these rosy margaritas for your next holiday bash. The Simple Syrup recipe makes enough syrup for 30 margaritas but is easily halved or quartered.

Cranberry Margarita [47]

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Chocolate Cream Pie [50]

Chocolate Cream Pie

The filling of this chocolate-crust pie is luscious, but not too rich. (Think old-fashioned chocolate pudding.) A bit of sour cream in the whipped topping balances the chocolate perfectly.

Chocolate Cream Pie [51]

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Cauliflower Gratin [54]

Cauliflower Gratin

Tossing cauliflower with bread crumbs, Dijon, cheddar, herbs and almonds makes this humble veg holiday-special.

Cauliflower Gratin [55]

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Lemony Green Beans [58]

Lemony Green Beans

Garlic, shallots and lemon brighten crisp-tender beans. Save time by parboiling the green beans a day early.

Lemony Green Beans [59]

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Sausage-and-Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms [62]

Sausage-and-Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms

Unlike most stuffed mushroom recipes, these savory sausage-filled gems don't contain cheese, so they're a great choice for people avoiding dairy. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.

Sausage-and-Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms [63]

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Lemon-Vanilla Ornament Cookies [66]

Lemon-Vanilla Ornament Cookies

Whether you hang theses sugar cookies on a decorative tree like blogger Annie Marshall does or share them at a cookie exchange, these cutouts hold their shape beautifully. A standby on the blog Everyday Annie, it's a great recipe to have in your repertoire.

Lemon-Vanilla Ornament Cookies [67]

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Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites [70]

Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites

This festive holiday appetizer couldn't be simpler. Find easy-to-slice logs of Brie at large supermarkets. The common brand President is available at Super Target.

Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites [71]

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Turkey Pesto Sliders [74]

Turkey Pesto Sliders

These six-ingredient party sandwiches are simple and delicious. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.

Turkey Pesto Sliders [75]

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Sweet Potato Biscuits [78]

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Orange zest, nutmeg and smoked paprika add layers of flavor to these tender biscuits.

Sweet Potato Biscuits [79]

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Cucumber Bites with Herbed Cheese and Salmon Mousse [82]

Cucumber Bites with Herbed Cheese and Salmon Mousse

The recipe makes half the bites with pink salmon mousse filling and half with white herbed cheese. If you like, streamline by choosing just one filling and doubling its ingredients. This recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.

Cucumber Bites with Herbed Cheese and Salmon Mousse [83]

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Peppermint Sugar Cookies [86]

Peppermint Sugar Cookies

Peppermint extract infuses these crisp, buttery cookies with holiday flavor. Choose between slice-and-bake swirls or candy-cane shape cookies.

Peppermint Sugar Cookies [87]

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Calico Corn Bread Dressing [90]

Calico Corn Bread Dressing

Homey corn bread meets woodsy sage, thyme and shitake mushrooms. Carrots and apricots add color and sweetness.

Calico Corn Bread Dressing [91]

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Eggnog Cheesecake Bars [94]

Eggnog Cheesecake Bars

A spiced graham cracker crust and bourbon-infused egg nog filling give these simple bars a delicious holiday twist. The recipe comes from Annie Marshall of the Indianapolis-based blog Everyday Annie.

Eggnog Cheesecake Bars [95]

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Cranberry Chutney [98]

Cranberry Chutney

Cranberries and apple simmer with red onion, ginger and mustard seeds for a spiced variation on traditional sauce. Try it on a sandwich with leftover turkey.

Cranberry Chutney [99]

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Roasted Pork and Beet Salad [102]

Roasted Pork and Beet Salad

Heart-healthy walnuts and lean pork tenderloin make this dinner salad as nutritious as it is colorful. You can pop a package of whole-grain take-and-bake rolls in the oven after you remove the pork. By the time you've assembled the salad, the rolls will be ready.

Roasted Pork and Beet Salad [103]

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Sausage Polenta with Nestled Eggs [106]

Sausage Polenta with Nestled Eggs

Green chiles and shredded cheese lend Southwest flavor to this hearty breakfast casserole that you can prepare the night before and bake in the morning.

Sausage Polenta with Nestled Eggs [107]

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