It’s Chestnut Roasting Season

For most of us, the holiday season goes hand in hand with chestnut roasting season. I think we can all agree that there is something special about the smell of freshly cooked chestnuts filling the house. Below, I’m sharing my foolproof ways to cook (and peel) chestnuts at home so you can make them however you like.

The Perfect Prime Rib Dinner

Prime rib is everyone’s favorite Christmas dinner, but let’s be honest… It’s expensive. When you’re cooking something that special, you want a method you can trust. Below are the recipes I use every year, from the prime rib itself to the au jus, horseradish sauce, and the seasoning blend that ties it all together.

Reader-Favorite Christmas Cookies

Anyone who knows me knows how much I love baking with almond flour. These almond flour cookies are the ones I reach for all the time, and people are always surprised by how good they are. They’re naturally gluten-free, gently sweet, and come together with just a few ingredients.

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Dinner Recipes for Cold Nights

Cold nights always make me crave something warm and cozy for dinner. The kind of meals that simmer on the stove and warm up the whole kitchen. These are some of my favorite dinners I make during these colder months.

Cranberry Recipes

Cranberries always find their way into my kitchen this time of year. They add such a nice brightness to holiday cooking, whether you’re making something sweet or savory. Below you’ll find a mix of my favorite cranberry recipes.

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I am Aysegul and I am glad you are here. Foolproof Living is a food blog where you can find recipes that are made with seasonal and wholesome ingredients and without the use of refined sugars. I am all about making your life easier in the kitchen with tried and true recipes that are presented to you with easy-to-follow photos and helpful hints.

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