An old-fashioned glazed ham features a classic brown sugar and mustard coating, decorated with pineapple rings, maraschino cherries, and whole cloves

An old-fashioned glazed ham features a classic brown sugar and mustard coating, decorated with pineapple rings, maraschino cherries, and whole cloves Ingredients1 (10 to 14-pound) fully cooked bone-in ham (shank or butt end)1 cup light or dark brown sugar½ cup Dijon mustard½ cup pineapple juice (plus extra for the pan)1 can (20 oz) pineapple rings, drained (reserve juice)½ cup maraschino cherries1 tablespoon whole cloves InstructionsPreheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Place an oven rack in the lower middle position : Place the ham face-down (cut side down) in a large roasting pan. Pour a splash of pineapple juice into the bottom of the pan to keep the meat moist. : Use a sharp knife to score the top fat of the ham lightly in a diamond pattern, about ⅛-inch deep. Initial Bake: Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes per pound, or until heated nearly through Mix the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and ½ cup of pineapple juice until smooth Decorate: Remove the ham from the oven and take off the foil. Press whole cloves into the intersections of the diamond-scored fat. Use toothpicks to secure pineapple rings across the top and sides of the ham, placing a maraschino cherry in the center of each ring Glaze and Caramelize: Increase the oven temperature to 400°F–425°F. Brush the glaze generously over the ham, fruit, and exposed areas. Return to the oven uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, until the glaze is bubbly and deeply caramelized and the pineapple edges turn golden brown Rest and Serve: Remove the ham from the oven and let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes before removing the toothpicks, slicing, and serving

Old-fashioned cream puffs feature light, airy choux pastry shells filled with rich vanilla cream and dusted with powdered sugar

Old-fashioned cream puffs feature light, airy choux pastry shells filled with rich vanilla cream and dusted with powdered sugar IngredientsPastry Shells1 cup water½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter¼ teaspoon salt1 cup all-purpose flour4 large eggs (room temperature) Cream Filling1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix½ cup cold milk2 cups heavy whipping cream¼ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)1 teaspoon vanilla extract DirectionsMaking the Pastry ShellsPreheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine water, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil until the butter melts completely Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a thick ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 1 minute) Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing completely after each egg until the dough becomes smooth and glossy Spoon or pipe 2-inch mounds of dough onto your prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each puff Bake at 400°F for 35 to 40 minutes until they turn deep golden brown. Do not open the oven door during the first 15 minutes Poke a small hole in the side of each puff to let steam escape, then let them cool completely on a wire rack Making the Filling and AssemblingWhisk the instant vanilla pudding mix with the cold milk in a medium bowl until it thickens.Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.Gently fold the pudding mixture into the whipped cream until smooth.Slice the cooled pastry shells horizontally across the middle or pipe the filling directly inside using a small hole.Spoon or pipe the vanilla cream generously into the bottom shells, replace the tops, and dust with powdered sugar. Spoon or pipe the vanilla cream generously into the bottom shells, replace the tops, and dust with powdered sugar. ( CUT THEM IN HALF AND PUT VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM A SCOOP OR HOME MADE WHIP CREAM PUT THE TOP BACK ON AND PUT POWDERED SUGAR ACROSS THE TOP AND DRIZZLE WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE YUMMY)

To make classic old-fashioned Christmas chocolate fudge, you boil sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and salt together, then beat in butter and vanilla until smooth Ingredients3 cups granulated sugar⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder⅛ tsp salt1 ½ cups milk or evaporated milk4 tbsp (¼ cup) unsalted butter1 tsp pure vanilla extract½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) InstructionsPrep the pan: Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper Combine dry ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Add milk: Pour in the milk and stir until well blended. Boil: Place the pan over medium-high heat and stir constantly until the mixture comes to a full boil Simmer without stirring: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Insert a candy thermometer. Cook without stirring until the temperature reaches 238°F (the soft-ball stage Cool: Remove the pan from the heat. Drop the butter and vanilla on top, but do not stir. Let the pan cool undisturbed until the bottom feels lukewarm (about 110°F to 114°F), which takes 50 to 70 minutes Beat the fudge: Using a wooden spoon or hand mixer, vigorously beat the mixture until it thickens and loses its glossy sheen. Quickly fold in the optional nuts. Set and slice: Spread the fudge evenly into your prepared pan. Let it cool completely at room temperature, then cut into 1-inch squares

To make classic old-fashioned Christmas chocolate fudge, you boil sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and salt together, then beat in butter and vanilla until smooth Ingredients3 cups granulated sugar⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder⅛ tsp salt1 ½ cups milk or evaporated milk4 tbsp (¼ cup) unsalted butter1 tsp pure vanilla extract½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) InstructionsPrep the pan: Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper Combine dry ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Add milk: Pour in the milk and stir until well blended. Boil: Place the pan over medium-high heat and stir constantly until the mixture comes to a full boil Simmer without stirring: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Insert a candy thermometer. Cook without stirring until the temperature reaches 238°F (the soft-ball stage Cool: Remove the pan from the heat. Drop the butter and vanilla on top, but do not stir. Let the pan cool undisturbed until the bottom feels lukewarm (about 110°F to 114°F), which takes 50 to 70 minutes Beat the fudge: Using a wooden spoon or hand mixer, vigorously beat the mixture until it thickens and loses its glossy sheen. Quickly fold in the optional nuts. Set and slice: Spread the fudge evenly into your prepared pan. Let it cool completely at room temperature, then cut into 1-inch squares

Golden Rum Cake features chopped walnuts baked right into a buttery bundt cake and a rich rum syrup poured over top.

Golden Rum Cake features chopped walnuts baked right into a buttery bundt cake and a rich rum syrup poured over top. IngredientsFor the Cake1 cup chopped walnuts1 package (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix4 large eggs½ cup dark rum½ cup water½ cup vegetable oil For the Rum Glaze½ cup unsalted butter1 cup granulated white sugar¾ cup water (divided: ¼ cup for boiling, plus remaining)½ cup dark rum (stirred in after removing from heat InstructionsPreheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Generously grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan Add Nuts: Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly across the bottom of the greased bundt pan Mix Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix and instant vanilla pudding mix. Add the eggs, ½ cup of dark rum, ½ cup of water, and vegetable oil. Beat with a hand mixer for about 2 to 3 minutes until smooth. Bake: Pour the batter evenly over the walnuts in the pan. Bake for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean Make the Glaze: While the cake bakes, combine the butter, white sugar, and ¼ cup of water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and let it cook for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully stir in the remaining ½ cup of dark rum Soak the Cake: Let the baked cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Invert the cake onto a serving plate. Poke small holes over the top of the warm cake using a skewer or toothpick, then slowly brush or spoon the warm rum glaze over the top and sides, letting the liquid soak deeply into the crumb. Repeat until all the glaze is absorbed

You can bake a spooky centerpiece using the Haunted Halloween Gingerbread House recipe

You can bake a spooky centerpiece using the Haunted Halloween Gingerbread House recipe Ingredients½ cup salted butter1 cup brown sugar1 cup molasses2 tbsp ground cinnamon1 tbsp ground ginger½ tsp ground cloves1 tsp salt½ cup water6 cups all-purpose flour InstructionsMelt the base: Heat butter, brown sugar, molasses, spices, salt, and water in a saucepan until melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly.Add flour: Stir in the flour to form a stiff dough. Chill the dough for at least 2 hours.Cut shapes: Roll out the dough and cut out walls, roof panels, and other spooky shapes using a template.Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes until firm. Cool completely before assembly.Assemble and decorate: Use thick royal icing to glue the walls and roof together. Decorate with candy, chocolate, and eerie details.

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Make old-fashioned stovetop candied yams by simmering fresh sweet potatoes in a rich, buttery sugar syrup with warm spices Ingredients3 lbs fresh sweet potatoes (or orange-fleshed yams), peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter3/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed3/4 cup granulated white sugar1 tsp ground cinnamon1/2 tsp ground nutmeg1/4 tsp ground ginger1 tsp vanilla extract1/4 tsp salt2 tbsp fresh orange juice or a splash of water to start the liquid ( I USE PUMPKIN PIE SPICE BY MCCORMICK ) Prep the potatoes: Wash, peel, and slice the sweet potatoes into even 1/2-inch rounds or thick chunks Make the base: Place a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the butter, brown sugar, white sugar, orange juice, and spices. Stir until the butter melts and the sugars dissolve into a thick syrup Coat and simmer: Add the sliced sweet potatoes to the pot, stirring gently so every piece is coated in the syrup Cover and cook: Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender Thicken the glaze: Remove the lid during the final 10 minutes of cooking. Turn the heat up slightly to medium so the liquid bubbles down, thickens, and creates a rich, sticky glaze that coats the yams Serve: Remove from the heat and let rest for a few minutes so the syrup thickens further before serving warm ( I ALSO PUT TINEY MARSHMELLOWS ON THE TOP OR I USE THE FLUFF MARSHMELLOWS IN A JAR

Make old-fashioned stovetop candied yams by simmering fresh sweet potatoes in a rich, buttery sugar syrup with warm spices Ingredients3 lbs fresh sweet potatoes (or orange-fleshed yams), peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter3/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed3/4 cup granulated white sugar1 tsp ground cinnamon1/2 tsp ground nutmeg1/4 tsp ground ginger1 tsp vanilla extract1/4 tsp salt2 tbsp fresh orange juice or a splash of water to start the liquid ( I USE PUMPKIN PIE SPICE BY MCCORMICK ) Prep the potatoes: Wash, peel, and slice the sweet potatoes into even 1/2-inch rounds or thick chunks Make the base: Place a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the butter, brown sugar, white sugar, orange juice, and spices. Stir until the butter melts and the sugars dissolve into a thick syrup Coat and simmer: Add the sliced sweet potatoes to the pot, stirring gently so every piece is coated in the syrup Cover and cook: Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender Thicken the glaze: Remove the lid during the final 10 minutes of cooking. Turn the heat up slightly to medium so the liquid bubbles down, thickens, and creates a rich, sticky glaze that coats the yams Serve: Remove from the heat and let rest for a few minutes so the syrup thickens further before serving warm ( I ALSO PUT TINEY MARSHMELLOWS ON THE TOP OR I USE THE FLUFF MARSHMELLOWS IN A JAR