The Three (3) Amazing Meals To Make A Perfect Twist | Pecan Pie Bars, Pecan Pie Bars And Mulled Wine.

Pecan Pie Bars | These scones are flavored with dried cranberries and orange zest

Easy steps to make Cranberry and Orange Scones:

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 large egg

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the dried cranberries and orange zest.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg.
6. Add the cream mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until it comes together.
8. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
9. Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
11. Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.

These Cranberry and Orange Scones are perfect for a holiday brunch or afternoon tea. 

The combination of dried cranberries and orange zest gives them a sweet and tangy flavor that’s sure to please.

Pecan Pie Bars | These bars are a twist on the classic pecan pie. They’re made with a shortbread crust and a pecan filling

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

For the filling:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• 2 cups pecans, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
6. While the crust is baking, prepare the filling.
7. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
8. Add the corn syrup, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract and stir until well combined.
9. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
10. Whisk in the eggs until the mixture is smooth.
11. Stir in the chopped pecans.
12. Pour the filling over the baked crust.
13. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set.
14. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.

These Pecan Pie Bars are a delicious twist on the classic pecan pie. The shortbread crust and pecan filling make them perfect for a holiday dessert buffet.

Mulled Wine: This warm and spicy drink is made with red wine, spices, and citrus

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of red wine
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 3 star anise
• 6 whole cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Steps

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it comes to a simmer.
3. Reduce the heat to low and let the wine simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Strain the wine through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the spices and fruit.
5. Serve the mulled wine hot in glasses or mugs.

This warm and spicy drink is perfect for sipping by the fire on a cold winter night.