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How To Make A Hot Toddy Recipe

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How to make a Hot Toddy recipe. This is the best Hot Toddy Recipe and Grandma’s secret home remedy for colds. When it comes to nasty winter colds and coughs I haven’t found anything that works as well or as fast as this Hot Toddy Recipe! The Hot Toddy, or warm whiskey, is a classic recipe that has been around for generations.  The medicinal drink is said to have originated in Scotland as early as the 1700s. Before store-bought and over-the-counter medicines were readily available, people sipped on a warm Hot Toddy to fight colds and respiratory ailments. And before you fret about the whiskey remember that drug store cough and cold syrups have alcohol in them plus a bunch of other things I can’t pronounce. I can also tell you that doctors were proscribing whiskey for coughs and colds long before pharmacy medications.

But I am not a doctor, so this recipe should be used at your own discretion. 

How to Make a Hot Toddy Recipe for Winter Colds

How To Make A Hot Toddy Recipe

Why The Hot Toddy Recipe Works

Why does this Hot Toddy recipe work so well to fight coughs and colds? Well here’s what I found:

  • Whiskey works as a powerful decongestant; the alcohol dilates your blood vessels and helps the body to fight congestion. It also is relaxing which will help you rest. The whiskey will aid your body in fighting off infection and the growth of microorganisms! Don’t go overboard on the whiskey, a little goes a long way.
  • Honey is an antioxidant and has both antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Honey can soothe and relax a sore and scratchy throat and quiet a cough. A good quality, locally sourced, honey is best!
  • Lemon are an amazing source of vitamin C and added to a hot drink can aid in reducing and loosening phlegm.
  • Hot tea soothes the throat, loosens phlegm in the chest and nose making it easier to blow and cough it all out.
  • Adding a bit of ginger can soothe a queasy tummy or cinnamon to add a bit more flavor.

How to Make an Old Fashioned Hot Toddy Recipe

This will make one serving and it is best to make this as needed.  I do not recommend using a microwave to heat anything, especially honey, because you’ll be killing off the good stuff!I use a standard stove-top tea kettle.

How to Make a Hot Toddy Recipe for Winter Colds
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Old Fashioned Hot Toddy Recipe - Grandma's Home Remedy

Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of hot tea you can really use any good organic tea but it is best to use a decaffeinated tea so you can rest
  • 1 - 2 tablespoons of whiskey we use Jack Daniels Honey Whiskey but any quality brand will do
  • 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice straight from the lemon
  • 2 tablespoons of honey raw is best but any is fine as long as honey is the only ingredient
  • 1 pinch of ground ginger or cinnamon optional

Instructions

  1. Brew your tea and let it steep for 7  - 10 minutes
  2. Add 1 - 2 tablespoons of whiskey and stir
  3. Add in the 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice and stir
  4. Lastly add in your 2 tablespoons of honey (you can add more if it isn't sweet enough) and give it a good stir until the honey disappears into the liquid
  5. Optional add in a pinch of ground ginger or cinnamon
  6. Serve immediately - it should still be hot.

  7. Serve with a wedge a lemon

  8. You can enjoy a Hot Toddy Home Remedy 2 - 3 times a day and you'll be amazed at how quickly it works.

Legally speaking this Hot Toddy Recipe is for adults only. It has been prescribed for under 21 for years but that is at your discretion and I assume no responsibly for its use in adults or otherwise. 

If you’re not comfortable with a Hot Toddy check out my grandmother’s natural cough syrup recipe – it can work wonders too!

How To Cook A Prime Rib In An Electric Roaster

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How to cook a prime rib in an electric roaster – easy and perfect every time. With the holidays upon us you may be planning out your Christmas dinner menu, like me. I traditionally make a ham with my family’s secret sauce, and this year is no exception. However I have discovered how to make the perfect prime rib in an electric roaster and have decided this decadent delight must be part of our meal this year too. Prime rib is my husband’s favorite meat so learning to make it well has been a goal for me; not to mention ruining a cut of meat the price is terrifying!

You can make a worry-free, perfect, prime rib in an electric roaster and everyone is going to love it!

How to Make Prime Rib in an Electric Roaster

How To Cook A Prime Rib In An Electric Roaster

Now first things, first, I’m assuming you already own an electric roaster but if you don’t I can recommend the Oster 18 qt model (great for roast turkey too). You can probably do this recipe in the oven with similar results, but I have only done it in a roaster. You will also need a meat thermometer. It is important not to open your roaster during cooking so I recommend an electric meat thermometer like this one that can be read outside of the roaster. Make sure your thermometer has fresh batteries!

Why I Prefer to Cook Prime Rib in an Electric Roaster

Fear. Yeah, totally fear. No, really, that is why I originally did it this way. I felt like the roaster had more consistent temps that my old oven and with it self-basting I knew I couldn’t dry it out! I love using my electric roaster, especially for big holiday meals because it frees up space in my oven for other baking and side dishes. It was worth the investment and pantry space it takes up!

A Few Notes Before We Make This Delicious Prime Rib in Your Electric Roaster

Before we get to the recipe it most be noted that you should NEVER, ever, open the roaster during cooking. That’s why the meat thermometer is so essential; you’ll know it is done without lifting to look. A roaster self bastes the food but everything gets disturbed when the lid is lifted. Let everyone in the house no – NO LIFTING THE ROASTER LID!!! The same goes for your oven, if you choose to do it in there; do not peek until the meat thermometer says it’s done. The roast should take about 13 – 15 minutes per pound to cook, depending on how you like your meat.

When you cook prime rib you can use these meat temperatures for guidance on how well done you want it. Most people associate prime rib with medium rare but not everyone likes it that way.

Prime Rib Meat Doneness Guide:

You can set your meat thermometer to beep when your meat hits the desired temperature.

130ºF – Rare
135ºF – Medium Rare
140ºF – Medium
150ºF – Well Done

Prime Rib In An Electric Roaster – The Recipe 

How to Make Prime Rib in an Electric Roaster
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Delicious and Easy Prime Rib in an Electric Roaster

Ingredients

  • 6 - 8 lbs Prime Rib Roast
  • Sea Salt or Kosher Salt to taste
  • 2 tsp or more of Black Pepper
  • 1 to 2 tsp Dried Rosemary
  • 1 to 2 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 5 - 6 cloves Minced Garlic I used jar garlic because I didn't have my own available

Instructions

  1. Take the roasting rake out of the roaster and set aside.
  2. Plug your electric roaster in, lid on and pre-heat to 325 degrees F.
  3. A lot of cooks will tell you to leave the roast on the counter for up to 2 hours to allow it to come to room temperature. I don't do that but it is up to you.
  4. Open your roast and place it on the roasting rack so you can just lift it into the roaster once it is prepared.
  5. We aren't going to be super precise with the seasonings - trust me, it is going to be ok! However you are going to get your hands all over uncooked meat so please take safety precautions to keep from doing any cross-contamination.
  6. Liberally salt the roast on all sides.
  7. Now evenly spread out the black pepper, rosemary and thyme over all sides of the roast.
  8. Really press those seasonings into the meat, including the salt.
  9. Next I like to spread the minced garlic on the top only but you can try to spread it around if you want.
  10. Carefully life the rack with the prime rib into the pre-heated electric roaster. You do not need to add any liquid to the pan.
  11. Put the meat thermometer dead center in the meat; and make sure it is on and set to your desired doneness.
  12. 130ºF - Rare
  13. 135ºF - Medium Rare
  14. 140ºF - Medium
  15. 150ºF - Well Done
  16. Replace the lid. Leave the roaster at 325 degrees F and DO NOT OPEN THE LID!
  17. Once done remove the prime rib from the electric roaster and allow it to rest for 15 - 20 mins.

We like our prime rib with a creamy horseradish sauce that you can make in a jiff!

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DIY Fast & Easy Peasy Creamy Horseradish Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup full fat sour cream
  • 1/3 cup prepared horseradish
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instructions

  1. If you find it too strong you can add a bit more sour cream until it is to your liking.

  2. In a small bowl whisk all your ingredients together and allow it to chill 20 - 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Serve

I hope you find cooking a prime rib in an electric roaster as easy as I do. Enjoy the rave reviews on this meal! Great served with mashed potatoes, and a simple green vegetable.

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Rocky Road Fudge

 

Rocky Road Fudge Super Easy No Fail

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This recipe for no cook rocky road fudge is SUPER easy, and no fail guaranteed. You can have your rocky road fudge ready in about 10 minutes or less, so it is great for a last minute candy or dessert to share. I have never brought any of this home when I take it to a holiday party or potluck! My grandmother loved rocky road ice cream…hence this was her favorite fudge. I love to make it and think of her enjoying her bowl of rocky road and watching Wheel of Fortune. Food has so many memories attached to it! Now I make these goodies with my daughters; and a no cook rocky road fudge recipe is a great starter recipe for kids.

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No Cook Rocky Road Fudge Super Easy No Fail

Now I know traditional fudge making scares a lot of people (me included). Because cooked fudge is pretty easy to mess up; I have made some fudge that could not be eaten, in my early cooking years.

You Cannot Fail with No Cook Fudge!

But not with this no cook rocky road fudge! You are going to look like a champion chocolatier my friends! Not only is this recipe, no cook, no fail fudge; you can really customize it to your tastes. I like semi-sweet chocolate best but you can switch up the recipe and use milk chocolate, if you prefer that. I have always wanted to try a white chocolate version of this but I haven’t yet (if you do let me know what you think!).

A note on the nuts: I love the fudge with almonds but it is equally good with peanuts, walnuts, macadamia nuts or what use a combination of your favorite nuts. I tend to use a salted nut but you certainly could sub a non-salted version if you’re watching your salt in-take.

VARIETY IDEA: Take out the nuts, and some graham cracker pieces and now you have S’more Fudge!!!

rocky road fudge recipe

With 5 simple ingredients, this fudge is not only easy to make, it is affordable too. Make a few batches to share with family, friends and neighbors; but be careful because you’ll get requests for it next year! These little morsels look wonderful plated up with your favorite cookies ( See Vintage Cookie Recipes ) at your holiday gatherings too.Be sure to check out my Vintage Pie Recipes too!

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Super Easy Rocky Road Fudge - No Fail, No Cook

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1 can 14 oz. Sweetened Condensed Milk (do NOT use evaporated milk)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract optional
  • 2.5 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1.5 cups coarsely chopped almonds

Instructions

  1. Line your 13x9 baking dish with foil or parchment paper. For best results, if you use foil, lightly spray non-stick spray.
  2. To a large pot add your chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk.
  3. Set your stove top burner to low.
  4. Melt the ingredients together, continuously stirring to prevent scorching.
  5. Once mixture is completely melted and smooth, remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
  6. Fold in your chopped almonds and marshmallows.
  7. Spread the mixture out, evenly, into your prepared baking dish.
    rocky road fudge recipe
  8. Put in the refrigerator and allow it to competely chill and harden.
  9. Once hardened remove from your pan and cut into 24 pieces.
  10. Store in air-tight container, I keep mine in the fridge.

I hope you love this rocky road fudge recipe as much as we have over the years.  What are your holiday favorites to make? Leave me a comment and share!

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How to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers

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How to use Thanksgiving leftovers without hating turkey. So the big day is fast approaching us, are you ready? If you are still looking for amazing Thanksgiving recipes then make sure to check out my How to Make a Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey with more than 50 recipes for sides, salads, desserts and more! Or if you really want to switch things up check out 25 Amazing Instant Pot Recipes for Thanksgiving!

But today is all about how to use Thanksgiving leftovers…my favorite part of the meal.

how to use thanksgiving leftovers

I love Thanksgiving leftovers; maybe everything tastes better because I haven’t been up cooking since 4:00 am! There are so many things you can do with your turkey, stuffing (dressing), sides and veggies. Our absolute favorite recipe is one we call the Sunrise Sammie. It is based on a sandwich we had in Tucson, AZ at Baggins Gourmet Sandwiches. I think we ended up calling it the Sunrise Sammie because we ate it for breakfast the next day. You’ll find the recipe for that delicious Thanksgiving leftover below, along with many more amazing ways to use your Thanksgiving leftovers.

How to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers

Ok before you even make your Thanksgiving turkey this year make plans to use the carcass to make a nourishing bone broth. Great for recipes and for your general health. You can make it right in your crock pot, Instant Pot or stock pot. Nothing need go to waste!

Bone Broth 3 Homemade Ways to Make It - Use your stock pot, crock pot or Instant Pot!
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Simple Turkey Bone Broth Recipe 3 Ways to Make

Ingredients

  • 1 Turkey Carcass best if it is a pastured bird
  • 2 Turkey Feet if Available optional
  • Giblets if you still have them.
  • 1 Large Yellow or White Onion quartered
  • 2 Medium Carrots chopped
  • 1 - 2 Whole Celery Stalks with leaves
  • 5 Cloves of Garlic smashed
  • 1 Bunch Cilantro or Parsley
  • 2 - 3 Tablespoons Organic Apple Cider Vinegar I prefer the kind with a mother.
  • 2 Teaspoons of Sea Salt
  • 1 Tablespoon of Whole Black Peppercorn
  • 1 Whole Bay Leaf
  • Filtered Water

Instructions

Stock Pot Directions

  1. Add all of your ingredients, except water, into your stock pot.
  2. Pour the filtered water over everything until it is completely covered.
  3. Bring the ingredients to a low boil and then put the burner to low to low medium.
  4. Cover and let it slowly simmer for 24 – 48 hours.
  5. You’ll need to keep an eye on it. You don’t want it boiling but you don’t want it so low it isn’t cooking either.
  6. Don’t be afraid to give it a stir a few times.
  7. When it is done spoon off any foam on the top.
  8. Then stain out turkey meat, bones, veggies, etc. Keep the meat but discard the rest.
  9. You may want to do a 2nd strain with a cheese cloth to get out the really tiny bits.

Crock Pot Directions

  1. Add all of your ingredients, except water, into your slow cooker.
  2. Pour the filtered water over everything until it is completely covered.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 24 – 36 hours
  4. Sometimes I find I need to add a little water if I want to cook it a full 48 hours. Just watch it.
  5. I try not to take the lid off during cooking.
  6. When it is done spoon off any foam on the top.
  7. Then stain out turkey meat, bones, veggies, etc. Keep the meat but discard the rest.

Instant Pot Directions

  1. Add all of your ingredients, except water, into your Instant Pot. You may not be able to get all the turkey bones in without breaking them down a bit.
  2. Pour the filtered water over everything until it is completely covered. But make sure you stay under the max fill line.
  3. Choose the Soup button and Low pressure.
  4. Now set the time to 120 minutes.
  5. It will take some time to come up to pressure. After it is done cooking, let it naturally release, don’t touch that vent!
  6. The Instant Pot will keep everything warm so if you’re not home when it’s done, that’s ok.
  7. I usually do not have any foam when I do this method, but if you do, spoon it off.
  8. Then stain out turkey meat, bones, veggies, etc. Keep the meat but discard the rest.

Recipe Notes

Wait for your broth to cool a bit before transferring it to clean glass mason jars, or they can break. Your bone broth will stay good in the refrigerator for about 3 days or freeze it and defrost as needed. It will stay good in the freezer for months (be sure you don’t fill the jars all the way up!).

As a note, I do not skim the fat off of my broth – it adds wonderful flavor!

 

 

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The Perfect Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich (Sunrise Sammie)

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 2 Slices of thick bread or a fat roll
  • 1 - 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise - less or more to your taste
  • 3 - 5 oz of leftover Thanksgiving turkey
  • 1/2 cup of leftover Thanksgiving stuffing dressing
  • 2 - 4 heaping tablespoons of leftover Thanksgiving cranberry sauce

Instructions

  1. Spread your mayonnaise on your bread or roll.
  2. Lay your turkey meat on one side of the bread.
  3. Top the turkey meat with your stuffing or dressing.
  4. Now spread the cranberry sauce on top of the dressing.
  5. Put the other slice of bread on top and you're ready to dig in!

Recipe Notes

Sometimes we toast the bread before making the sandwich, which helps it stand up to all the sammie ingredients.

Now that’s just two ways you can use Thanksgiving leftovers. But I asked some friends to send me their favorite ideas on how to use Thanksgiving leftovers and I got some amazing recipes to share with you.

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How to Make Yummy Soft Snickerdoodle Recipe

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Something about fall makes me want to bake more. And nothing says fall and the start to the holidays like Grandma’s yummy soft Snickerdoodle recipe. Crisp cookies are ok but if I am going to make holiday cookies I prefer them soft and chewy. This is hands down the best soft snickerdoodle recipe you’ll ever try; if I do say so myself. I highly recommend enjoying a few with a mug of tea (British style with cream).

As I type this I can already smell that spicy goodness rising up from the kitchen as the perfect chewy and soft Snickerdoodles bake to perfection…

Soft Snickerdoodle Recipe

How to Make Yummy Soft Snickerdoodle Recipe

History of the Snickerdoodle Cookie Recipe

It is said that the Snickerdoodle recipe originated from a German recipe. Interestingly Snickerdoodles are really only popular in the United States and Canada; they are pretty much unknown everywhere else (or maybe known by another name). The simple flavors of the Snickerdoodle is so famous that you can find other products that claim to taste like a Snickerdoodle; everything from coffee, teas and coffee creamers to ice creams and snacks. But nothing beats the real deal like s soft and chewy Snickerdoodle.

Most of the Snickerdoodles I find are thinner and crispy, which are not bad. But this is a Soft Snickerdoodle Recipe that will have a chewy texture. You’ll also note that I use salted butter; I know many think this is a no-no in the baking world but it has always worked for me. If you prefer to use un-salted butter you’ll need to add about a 1/2 teaspoon of salt into your dough with the dry ingredients.

You can make the dough ahead of time, roll into balls and roll in the coating. Freeze them separately (so they don’t stick together) first, then put them in an air-tight container for up to 3 months in the freezer. Make sure you fully defrost them in the fridge, again not touching, before trying to bake them.

 

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Yummy Chewy & Soft Snickerdoodle Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cookies

  • 3 level cups All purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar slightly packed
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon ground
  • 2 tsp Cinnamon Ground
  • 2 tsp Cream of tartar
  • 1 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract Pure
  • 1 Egg large
  • 1 Egg yolk large
  • 1 cup Butter Salted

For the Coating

  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons of cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In mixing bowl combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and cinnamon. Set that aside while you mix the wet ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl combine the softened butter, granulated sugar and the brown sugar with an electric mixer. This should take about 1 - 2 minutes.
  3. Now add your egg, egg yolk and vanilla extract to the wet mixture; combine, making sure to scrape the sides of the bowl to get everything well incorporated.
  4. Add the dry ingredients into your wet ingredients and mix until combined. Cover and place in your refrigerator for about an hour (no less than 30 minutes!).
  5. After the dough has chilled for 1 hour pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees F and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Mix your coating ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
  7. Using a spoon or a cookie scoop measure about 1 to 1.5 tablespoon balls out of the dough, making approximately 45 - 48 total.
  8. Make sure to cover each ball evenly in the coating mixture and set it on the baking sheet. Give space between each ball so the cookies can spread during baking.
  9. Bake each batch of cookies for 8 - 10 minutes, until set and slightly golden. Allow them to cool for at least 5 minutes before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Recipe Notes

The dough can be pre-made and frozen for up to 3 months but you will want to pre-roll you dough balls and coat them before freezing in single layers. Once frozen you can put them in a container together. Be sure to separate them into single layers again to defrost.

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