Caramelized Honey Orange Rosemary Pecans with Brandy

Caramelized honey orange rosemary pecans in a dark serving bowl, garnished with fresh rosemary and dried orange slices, styled in warm candlelight for a festive holiday setting.

These festive Caramelized Honey Orange Rosemary Pecans with Brandy are a glossy, stovetop skillet treat made with toasted pecans, maple sugar, bright orange zest, fragrant rosemary, and a splash of brandy. Gently spiced with cinnamon and rounded out with vanilla, this recipe delivers sweet–savory balance and a deeply festive aroma that’s perfect for holiday snacking, gifting, or finishing cheese boards.

Rum and Raisin Sautéed Apples

Rum and raisin sautéed apples served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, citrus zest, and crumbled cookies in a festive holiday setting.

This rum raisin sauteed apples recipe brings together tender apple slices, plump raisins, warm cinnamon, honey, and a generous splash of spiced rum, all cooked gently in butter until glossy and fragrant. It’s a simple skillet dessert with deep, cozy flavours, perfect for the colder months and festive tables alike.