Holiday and New Year Dishes with Chef Jamie Gwen

Whether you're hosting a small, festive get-together or a grand New Year’s Eve party, nothing brings friends and family together like warming comfort foods. Bush’s Baked Beans are the perfect base for a homemade dish—allowing you to put your own twist on casseroles or other go-to holiday dishes without much extra effort. I make Baked Beans with Brisket and it’s always a crowd pleaser, every time. Whether it's Original, Brown Sugar Hickory, or any of the Bush's flavor varieties, they are a perfect pairing for any gathering, whether you’re serving smoked turkey, beef tenderloin or honey ham— the sweet taste blends together perfectly, enhancing each dish. Bush’s also offers Bush’s Zero Sugar Added Baked Beans, which feature the iconic Bush’s flavor you love, without the added sugar, so everyone can enjoy this holiday season. Click here to learn more.

I love a charcuterie board and at the holidays, I like to elevate my boards by making this beautiful Olive Wreath. I assemble it using a mix of different varieties of olives, some applewood smoked salami, chunks of Parmesan and more. I always choose a mix of Pearls Specialties Olives and Black Olives because I know that I can count on the quality. Each Pearls olive is hand-picked and packed and they all add such fabulous flavor. From traditional ripe black olives to a full line of imported Specialties, including gourmet olives stuffed with garlic or blue cheese and the best Castelvetrano Olives and Kalamatas. All of the Pearls Olives offerings are the perfect choice to add to your holiday table. Click here to learn more.

And, check this out…Perfect for chilly nights, skip the store bought packets of chocolate powder and make your own Hot Chocolate Spoons. They’re so easy to make and they make for the richest and creamiest hot chocolate town. Marshmallows included! Click here to learn more.