This Christmas Sangria is simple to make and fizzy with your choice of club soda or tonic water and sweet from the natural fruit juices that are muddled and swim in the wine overnight. This recipeis the perfect cocktail for the Christmas holiday! What makes this Sangria the best Christmas Cocktail Here are my simple reasons…

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Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners should be centered around the Best Mashed Potatoes. It’s not only one of my favorite side dish but easily my favorite food EVER! These are the Best Creamy Mashed Potatoes you’ll ever make and super easy too! They’re loaded with butter, milk, and cream then flavored with garlic, thyme, and a touch…

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Who doesn’t love a Easy Holiday Cocktail Party I threw a small and super fun Holiday Cocktail Party to say thank you to the people the help me with all my crazy projects here at Ali in the Valley. I put together this easy breezy menu of bites that can be assembled before guests arrive, along…

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Louisiana style Collard Greens made even better with the addition of bacon, onions, and a hint of Tabasco sauce. This recipe feeds about 8 people and makes a scrumptious side dish at any holiday meal or gathering. Serve with a hearty, meaty main course and some mashed potatoes for a spread of comfort food. I love my…

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