We love celebrating the holidays at HHHunt Communities because it’s such a fun and joyous time spent with neighbors, friends, and loved ones. It also helps that this time of year is also known for delicious homemade food and wonderful parties! We believe it’s how you live that matters, and creating lasting memories are what the holidays are all about! Why not spend time with loved ones by making these festive treats in preparation for your holiday party? Both recipes are simple to make and will definitely put you in the holiday spirit.
Individual Potato Gratins
Photo courtesy of The Food Network
Ingredients
- Vegetable spray
- 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ cup grated Swiss cheese
- 2 green onion, finely chopped
- Salt and ground black pepper
- ¾ cup heavy cream
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Spray 8 muffin tins with vegetable spray. Layer potato slices, cheese, onions into each muffin cup. Season with salt and pepper and top each gratin with 1 or 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Cover with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes, removing foil halfway through cooking time. Invert gratins onto plate and serve. Enjoy!
Chocolatey Fudge Wreath
Photo courtesy of Rachael Ray
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz.) bag semisweet chocolate chips
- 3 cups butterscotch chips
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup walnut halves
- ½ cup currants
- 8 inch cake pan, lightly greased
- Candied cherries, red and green, for garnish
Directions
Place a pot on the stove and preheat over low heat. Add chips and milk and stir until chips are melted and milk is combined. Save the empty milk can. Stir in vanilla and remove fudge from heat. Add nuts and currants and stir in immediately.
Cover empty condensed milk can with plastic food wrap and center in the greased cake pan. Spoon fudge into pan around can.
Decorate wreath with the garnish. Chill covered in the fridge and slice fudge very thin when ready to serve. Enjoy!
We hope you enjoy the rest of the holiday season, as it’s one of the best times of the year! Happy Holidays from all of us at HHHunt Communities!