Think back to the last time you ate your favorite food. How did it make you feel? Eating is one of the greatest pleasures in life. Diving into a plate of Mom’s lasagna or devouring a freshly-baked chocolate chip cookie can be a real joy, something that makes life seem full and wonderful. Did you know there are actually foods that are scientifically shown to lift spirits?
Our relationship with food is so much more than just a need for calories. The fact that we even have a “relationship” with food is telling enough.
The Chef at Symphony Linden enjoys treating her guests with her favorite recipes to keep their bellies full and spirits lifted. We thought you might enjoy these simple and festive holiday recipes yourself!
Recipe #1: Pumpkin Fluff
Directions
- Mix 16 oz. container of cool whip, instant vanilla pudding mix, 2 tsp. cinnamon, and 1 tsp. vanilla extract together.
- Drizzle caramel syrup on top.
- Dip with graham crackers or vanilla wafers and munch away!
Recipe #2: Piggy Pudding
Directions
Crust
- In a bowl, mix together ½ cup butter, 1 ½ cups flour, and 1 ½ cups of chopped walnuts.
- Place this mix into a 9" x 13" baking dish and flatten evenly. Bake at 375º for 20-30 minutes.
- Allow to cool.
Pudding
- Beat one 8 oz. softened cream cheese package with 1 cup of confectioner sugar until smooth.
- Fold in ½ the tub of whipped topping.
- Spread over the cooled crust.
- Place in fridge.
Topping
- Mix together one package (3.9 ounces) of chocolate pudding mix and 3 cups of milk.
- Spread over cream cheese layer.
- Optional: Spread chopped walnuts on top
Enjoy! To download a printable flier with these recipes, click here or click on the image below. Many thanks to our Chef for sharing these tasty delights. And from all of us at Symphony Linden, we wish you a holiday season full of joy and delicious meals.
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