The holiday season is a time for togetherness, warmth, and of course—delicious food! This collection of recipes, shared by members of the Myasthenia Gravis Association, is filled with dishes that bring comfort and joy to the table. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering, preparing a cozy meal for your family, or simply looking for festive inspiration, these recipes are sure to add a special touch to your celebrations. From the indulgent Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole that’s perfect winter, to nostalgic favorites like Grandma McCreedy’s Spaghetti, and crowd-pleasing sides like Spinach Artichoke Dip, these dishes are as heartwarming as they are flavorful. And let’s not forget dessert—what holiday spread is complete without a festive Streusel topped with a sweet drizzle? Let the holiday spirit inspire you as you whip up these recipes, and may the season bring warmth to your kitchen and joy to your table. Happy holidays from the MGA family!
Main Dishes
Chicken Cordon Blue Casserole
Ingredients
1 whole cooked chicken, shredded (5-6c.)
1/2lb. thinly sliced ham, chopped
1/4 lb. thinly sliced Swiss cheese
Sauce
4 T. Butter
4 T. Flour
3 c. milk
2T lemon juice
1 T. Dijon mustard
3/4 t. sea salt
1/2 t. smoked paprika
3/4 t. white pepper
Topping
4 T. butter, melted
1/2 t. seasoning salt
1 1/2 t. dried parsley
1 1/2 c. panko breadcrumbs
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 1 9x13 baking dish. In dish, layer chicken, then ham, then cheese. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan. Add flour and whisk until combined. Cook roux 3-5 minutes, or until bubbly, thin and golden. Slowly add milk, bring to a simmer. Simmer over medium heat until sauce thickens (about 10 minutes). Stir in lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper, and paprika. Pour sauce over chicken mixture.
In a small mixing bowl, mix breadcrumbs and spices, then add melted butter. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake about 45 minutes or until breadcrumbs are golden and sauce is bubbly.
Grandma McCreedy’s Spaghetti
Ingredients
1 lb. hamburger
1 large, chopped onion
1/8 teas chopped garlic
2 T dried parsley
dash of Italian seasoning
dash of salt and pepper
2 large cans of tomato sauce
1 can of tomato paste
season with garlic salt
Directions
Brown hamburger and drain. Cook onion and garlic in oil. Add other ingredients. Simmer covered for at least 1 hour. Stir occasionally until thickened. It will be very thick. Serve over cooked spaghetti.
Appetizers and Sides
Grandma McCreedy’s Mustard bread
Ingredients
1 15 in loaf French Bread
6 T. Butter
1/2 cup green onions and tops, chopped
2 T parsley
2 T. Mustard
2 T. Seasame seeds or poppy seeds
Directions
Cream butter. Blend in onions and parsley. Split loaf the long way. Spread with butter mixture. Spread with mustard and top with seeds. Cut bread diagonally in 1 1/2 inch. slices not quite through the crust. Preheat oven to 350 and bake for about 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ingredients
1 8oz Pkg Cream Cheeze
1 C. Mayonnaise
1/4 C. Onions diced
1 Pkg Frozen Spinach (Drain Well)
1 Can Artichoke Hearts or Bottoms (Drained and Cut Up)
1 Pkg Shredded Parmesan
Directions
Mix all ingredients and bake 375° 30 to 40 minutes.
Dessert
Streusel
Ingredients
Dough
4 C. Flour
1 pkg Active Dry Yeast
1 Lb (4 sticks) butter room temp
8 oz Sour Cream
3 Egg Yolks
Streusel Topping
1 Tbsp Almond Extract
1/4 C. to 1/2 C. Butter
1/2 C. Flour
3/4 C. Sugar
Filling
1 Can Pie Filling (Cherry, Apple, Blueberry....etc)
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp Sugar
2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
1 Tsp Cinnamon
1 Tsp Almond Extract
Icing Drizzle
1/2 C. Powdered Sugar
1/2 Tsp Almond Extract
1/4 Tsp or less Water
Directions
Mix Yeast with Sour Cream and Egg Yolks. Set aside.
Cut Butter into Flour. Add Sour Cream Mixture and mix until dough forms. (Soft Ball.)
Form into 4 balls. Roll each ball into rectangular shapes long and wide enough to fill half a baking sheet when sides are folded after filling.
Place on baking sheet. Fill will desired fruit filling. Sprinkle Sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, almond extract and butter on top. Fold sides over filling and then top and bottom on already folded sides.
Sprinkle Streusel on top.
Secure with aluminum foil up middle of baking sheet so it doesn't move when baking.
Bake 375° for 25 to 30 minutes.
Remove from oven and cool completely.
Drizzle with Icing.
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