Holiday Traditions

Each December, at Green Lotus, we ask members of our wonderful staff to share some of their favorite recipes. This year we asked them to share their seasonal traditions as well. From our hearths to yours, we hope you enjoy the recipes, the stories, and the memories that we share with you this year.

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Easy Cranberries Everyone Will Love

I can’t remember when or where I found this recipe, but it has been my go-to my entire adult life: My family members vie for the leftovers, if there are any.  This recipe only takes five minutes from start to finish – and there is no cooking.

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Popcorn Feast: Henrietta’s Holiday Popcorn Balls

Popcorn balls held a special place in Mom’s holiday recipes. Starting with Halloween, they would make appearances at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s as well. Soft and gooey, not those horrible dry things that could chip a tooth, she lovingly wrapped them in wax paper and tied a colorful ribbon around the twisted top. Then they would go in a paper bag and be stored in a warm closet to be doled out when people stopped by or as gifts.

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