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Favorite Recipes for the Holidays
Whether it is Easter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July, or another holiday you like to get together with loved ones and celebrate, we’ve got your menu covered!
Don’t want turkey? We’ve got great Rib Roast, Ham, and Filet Mignon too.
Latest Posts
Beef and Bean Burrito Skillet
A beef and bean burrito skillet hits all the right spots. A little bit beefy, a little edge of spiciness, nice and filling, a beef and bean skillet just satisfies so deeply. Can’t forget about all that melted cheese, either! Beef and Bean Burrito Skillet A skillet burrito keeps things simple. You cook everything in one skillet, and it goes pretty quickly. Then serve it with tortilla chips or put…
Moscow Mule Recipe
The Moscow Mule typically gets served in a copper mug. A wonderfully savory cocktail, Moscow Mules take advantage of the heat and savory spiciness of fresh ginger. Moscow Mule Recipe This classic cocktail is a great one to have in…
Fisher Fair Scone Waffles
Fisher Fair scone waffles use the incredible Fisher Fair Scone Mix to make waffles. I know that almost sounds like an oxymoron. Afterall, what does a scone and a waffle have in common besides a few ingredients? Fair Scone Waffles To…
Chicken and Rice Noodles
These easy stir-fried Chicken and Rice Noodles are one of the easiest dinners you can toss together, and something even picky eaters will love. This is one of my favorite super-easy 30-minute meals! Chicken and Rice Noodles Stir fry is…
Prime Rib Sandwich Pinwheel
If you have leftover Prime Rib Roast laying around waiting to be used and want something a little different than your typical prime rib dip sandwich, this is the sandwich for you. Prime Rib Pinwheel Sandwich This easy-to-make and even…
Christmas Cosmo
Just when you thought Christmas couldn’t get any tastier, I’m bringing you one of the most festive cocktails around. The Christmas Cosmo uses Brown Sugar Bourbon from Heritage Distillery along with cranberry pomegranate juice and cranberry spice sprite to really…
Easy Holiday Charcuterie Board
Putting together a Charcuterie Board has never been easier! Use some of these easy suggestions and throw on some of your favorites for good measure too. Easy Holiday Charcuterie Board Typically, a charcuterie board assembles a variety of cured meats…
Spinach Dip Rollups
This Spinach Dip Rollup is everything you love about this popular appetizer, and more. A whole bag of baby spinach sautéed with garlic and butter, then mixed with cream cheese, sour cream, mayo and copious amounts of mozzarella, Swiss and…
Sherry Chicken with Chanterelles
You will seriously want a bite or three of this delicious Sherry Chicken with Chanterelle Mushrooms at your next dinner party or family get together! This recipe is very similar to my Chicken Marsala, but using Sherry instead of Marsala,…
Smoked Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Our homemade Smoked Buttermilk Fried Chicken is going to officially blow your mind. Fried chicken lovers don’t know what they’re missing until they’ve tried chicken that’s been smoked before hitting the oil. I love doing chicken this way, and so…
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
These Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches are an easy dinner that feature panko chicken breast that’s crispy-fried until it is golden brown, then gets slapped on a loaf of toasty garlic french bread loaves, covered in cheese, drenched in marinara, and into…
BBQ Smoked Sausage Bites
These BBQ Smoked Sausage Bites will have you and your guests going back to the serving platter again and again! This is kielbasa, andouille, and garlic apple sausage that’s been sliced, sauteed, and browned on a flat top, and then…
Caramel Pecan Bites
These easy Caramel Pecan Bites are not only simple to whip up, but they are delicious and will be the hit of your holiday cookie tray, for sure. Featuring homemade nougat, rich caramel, and toasted pecans. This recipe was first…
Nicole Johnson
Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.