What kind of bourbon is good for pecan pie?

I believe that the kind of bourbon to use in pecan pie is the kind you like to drink. If the flavor is not something that everyone who eats the pie likes, they will not like it. It helps to have a smooth flavor that is not too strong as well. Something sweet and warm like Maker’s Mark or a low-proof bourbon like 80-proof Jim Beam. It even has subtle hints of butterscotch and honey in it.

What can I use as a non-alcoholic substitute for bourbon?

One of the number one choices is bourbon extract. It tastes the most like bourbon and has absolutely no alcohol at all. Madagascar vanilla, which is a non-alcoholic vanilla from the Bourbon Islands, is another great choice. The sweet, buttery taste and rich creamy texture are somewhat overwhelming so do not use too much. Mixing peach nectar and apple cider together can also provide a taste like bourbon without the alcohol. It is a delicious way to enjoy any pie, actually.

How do I tell if my pie is done?

First, if it jiggles just a little bit in the center, it is done. But if the whole pie is moving like a wave, leave it in for another 10 minutes. Another way to tell is to stick a knife in the middle of the pie. If it comes out clean, it is done. If not, give it a few more minutes. The most precise way to know whether the pie is done is to use an instant-read thermometer. Place it in the middle of the pie and it should read 200 degrees F.

Can I make this pie in advance?

Yes, put the pie crust together and store it in the fridge for up to three days covered in plastic wrap. The filling can also be stored separately for up to three days in a sealed container. The pie crust can be frozen if needed but do not freeze the custard before baking it because the uncooked eggs will curdle when thawed out. Instead, bake and cool the pie completely, wrap it, and freeze it for up to three months.

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Christmas Recipes

Christmas recipes are always popular because they are usually fun and festive. It is hard not to smile when you watch your kids or grandkids decorating Christmas cookies or making a gingerbread house. And the whole house just seems more pleasant with the scents of vanilla, baked breads, and delicious turkey.

Even if you are not much of a baker, the holidays bring it out in all of us. You just want to continue the tradition of making a delicious meal or letting the kids help you make scrumptious desserts like cakes, cookies, and pies. Whether it is your first-holiday meal or your 101^st, it is always nice to have help in the kitchen.

With our Christmas recipes, you can find all sorts of new ideas and old classics from pumpkin pie to cheesecake-stuffed red velvet cookies. We have about 200 dishes you can try such as eggnog cheesecake, the best honey ham, and reindeer nose treats as well as Christmas drunken cherries, perfectly creamy mashed potatoes, and 30-minute dinner rolls. Here are four of our favorites.

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Cookies

If you want something different to make for the holiday season, try our cinnamon cream cheese cookies. They are creamy, soft, and sweet with a tanginess of cinnamon like a snickerdoodle and a mixture of cream cheese and butter for a creaminess you cannot get in other cookies.

We add cream cheese with butter and powdered sugar along with ground cinnamon and vanilla to make these cookies an instant hit. The recipe is easy to do with very little prep time and they take less than 10 minutes to bake! You can have these delicious cinnamon sugar treats on the table in no time.

M&M Cookie Bars

Talk about easy! To make these M&M cookie bars, all you need is four ingredients! And everyone loves M&M candies so these will be a big hit with your family, friends, or co-workers at a holiday party. Using only the red and green candies lets you make these even more festive as well as yummy and the kids can make them because they are so easy.

What makes these so simple to make is that you use a vanilla cake mix instead of having to make your own cookie dough from scratch. It is certainly okay to cut corners to speed up yumminess. Just get a box of cake mix, a couple of eggs, some butter, and two cups of M&M candies. Mix it all together and put it in a pan. Then all you have to do is cool, cut, and serve them.

Pecan Pie Bars

If you love pecan pie, you are really going to enjoy this pecan pie bar recipe. It is not difficult to make and in the end, you will have a dessert that looks like it came from a fancy baker but tastes even better! For the crust, all you need is flour, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, baking powder, and salt.

To make the topping, mix butter, syrup, brown sugar, and heavy cream with egg yolks, cornstarch, salt, vanilla, and roasted chopped pecans.

Christmas Punch

You need something festive and refreshing to drink with all of these scrumptious desserts. Try our Christmas Punch recipe made with four different kinds of fruit juices, fresh fruits, and a few other ingredients. This is an adult beverage made with rum but you can always leave that out if you are serving the kids.

The fruit juices include pomegranate, cranberry, pineapple, and lime. Then you just mix that with sparkling water and one cup of rum. Mix it all together and toss in some fresh cranberries and sliced limes. You can also garnish with more mint sprigs, cinnamon sticks, and maybe even some orange wedges.

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