Holiday House, Elgin, Illinois

Holiday House, Elgin, Illinois

Appetizers And Snacks - Caramel Pretzel Nut Popcorn

This is a very good holiday treat the my kids can't get enough of. It combines the sweetness of caramel with the saltiness of pretzels, nuts and popcorn. There is no mess because it is mixed in a large throw-away brown bag!

Side Dish - Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes With Ham

This hearty dish of potatoes and ham has just a bit of Cheddar cheese and green peas in a creamy white sauce.

Pasta - Chicken And Sausage With Bowties

A potent saute of chicken with spicy sausage, tomatoes and herbs over pasta. This recipe is just the start--do not hesitate to add more vegetables, or substitute rice for the noodles.

Desserts - Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cookies

A peanut butter cookie filled with chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and peanut butter cups. If you like peanut butter and chocolate - these cookies are for you!

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Fruits And Vegetables - Peaches And Cream Wontons

Peaches and cream cheese are wrapped in a wonton wrapper and fried to crisp sweet perfection.