Turkey Crescent Wreath

I'm always looking for a new way to use up my leftover Thanksgiving and Christmas turkey, aren't you? I found this Turkey Crescent Wreath over on Bethany's blog and decided to give it a try.

Don't let the simple ingredients fool you - this recipe is fantastic! You could also easily substitute leftover chicken, as well!

(If you're a fan of Faith's Chicken Casserole, you'll LOVE these!)

You will need a tube of crescent rolls. Begin by unrolling the crescent dough and arranging a circle on a round baking sheet or stone, like this:

Combine 2 cups of shredded turkey or chicken, 1 8-oz package of softened cream cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of seasoned salt, and 1 teaspoon of dried minced onion.

Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, divide meat mixture evenly and place on large ends of crescent dough:

Wrap small end of dough over meat mixture and press to seal:

Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Yep, that's it! Now, eat and enjoy! Yum, yum!

TURKEY CRESCENT WREATH

1 tube refrigerated crescent rolls
2 cups shredded cooked turkey or chicken
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dried minced onion

Arrange crescent dough in a circle, with large ends overlapping, on a round baking sheet. Combine turkey, cream cheese, seasoned salt, and onion. Place meat mixture evenly on dough. Wrap meat with small ends of crescent dough. Bake at 375 degrees until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Recommend: YES

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Chocolate Truffle Cookies

Unfortunately for my family, these little morsels won't be on their cookie platters this year.

I think the reason is perfectly understandable.

I can't stop eating them...and they'll be gone by tomorrow. ;-)

So, here's the recipe so they can make their own batch!

CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE COOKIES


1-1/4 cups butter or margarine, softened (I used 1/2 cup margarine and 3/4 cup shortening)
2-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups flour
2 cups (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, sugar, and cocoa until light and fluffy. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Add flour; mix well. Stir in chocolate chips. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Shape into 1-inch balls; dip tops in chocolate sprinkles. Place, sprinkled side up, 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 325 degrees for 10 minutes or until set. Cool for 5 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. Yield: about 5-1/2 dozen.

Recommend: YES


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**Disclaimer: I was given a free product for review purposes only. My reviews are not monetarily compensated and have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way, unless otherwise disclosed. Each review is based on the reactions and opinions of myself and/or family. Post *may* contain affiliate links.**
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Still House Pond by Jan Watson

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Lilly Gray Corbett loves living on Troublesome Creek, but she would much rather play with her best friend than watch her little brother and the twins. Her mama, Copper, is often gone helping to birth babies, and Lilly has to stay home. When Aunt Alice sends a note inviting her to visit in the city, Lilly is excited to go, and Copper reluctantly agrees to let her. Later, when they hear the news that the train crashed, Copper and her husband, John, rush to find out if their daughter is injured . . . or even alive. (Tyndale)

MY THOUGHTS:

I really wanted to like Still House Pond by Jan Watson, but I just couldn't get into it.

Although Still House Pond is supposed to be a standalone novel, I felt like I'd tuned into a Walton's episode a half hour too late.

Since I haven't read Jan's Troublesome Creek series and that's where many of the characters were first established, I felt a little lost.

I did enjoy Jan's style and the 'Walton's' feel to the book, so I think if I was properly introduced (by reading mama Copper's stories), I may be able give Lilly and Still House Pond a fresh start.

Also reviewed on Amazon and Christianbook.

Recommend: YES


**Disclaimer: I was sent a review copy from Tyndale for review purposes only. My reviews are not monetarily compensated and have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way, unless otherwise disclosed. Each review is based on the reactions and opinions of myself and/or family. Post *may* contain affiliate links.**
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