FIRE & FLAVOR HOLIDAYS holiday dishes you will love 2 STARTERS & SALADS 3 4 5 6 7 Smoked Trout Blinis Carrot Ginger Soup Sweet Potato Souffle Soup Butternut Squash and Arugula Salad Winter Grapefruit and Avocado Salad 8 SIDES DISHES 9 10 11 Roasted Brussels Sprouts Spice Roasted Cauliflower Sour Cream Rolls 12 THE MAIN EVENT 13 14 15 16 Classic Roasted Turkey Herb Brined and Smoked Turkey Cajun Dry Brined Turkey Spice Rubbed Apple Smoked Turkey 17 LEFTOVERS MADE EASY 18 19 20 21 Turkey Tacos with Cranberry Apple Salsa Turkey Panini Turkey Enchiladas Rustic Turkey Minestrone Soup with Basil Pistou Cooking is my passion, a hobby, and an activity that relaxes me. But when I sit down and really think about what I love the most about cooking you know what it is? It’s inspiring and teaching others to cook. How fulfilling it is to know that a product I created or a recipe I have written can inspire a mom, a dad, or an aspiring cook to create a meal that is healthy, flavorful and shared by many. This is exactly why my husband, Davis, and I founded Fire & Flavor. We strive to live a healthy lifestyle that revolves around good food, hard work, and our family and friends. What better time to enjoy all these things than the holidays. I hope you are inspired by our selection of recipes from Fire & Flavor and my two cookbooks, Southern My Way and Food & Family. Let’s celebrate the holidays with family and friends. Be thankful, get inspired, and stay healthy. Cheers to the holiday season, GENA KNOX Co-Founder, Fire & Flavor STARTERS & SALADS Smoked Trout Blinis with Chives and Crème Fraîche Ginger Carrot Soup Sweet Potato Soufflé Soup Roasted Butternut Squash And Arugula Salad Winter Grapefruit And Avocado Salad SMOKED TROUT BLINIS with Chives and Crème Fraîche Keep these little savory pancakes in your freezer for last-minute guests. You can top them with anything, but the flavor of smoked trout, combined with the silkiness of crème fraîche, is a standout. FROM MY KITCHEN If your local market doesn’t carry crème fraîche, you can easily substitute sour cream or make your own. To do so, combine 1 cup whipping cream with 2 tablespoons buttermilk. Cover and let sit at room temperature for 10 to 24 hours until thickened. Refrigerate up to 2 weeks. 3 Prep Time: 15 minutes BLINIS: 2 eggs, lightly beaten ½ cup sour cream ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon baking soda 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives Canola oil for coating pan TOPPING: Crème fraîche, about ½ cup 4 to 6 ounces smoked trout Cayenne pepper Chopped chives or microgreens for garnish Cook Time: 10 minutes Starters & Salads Yields: About 35 blinis FIRST Whisk eggs and sour cream together and set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk flour, salt and baking soda. Spoon dry ingredients into egg mixture and whisk until smooth; fold in chives. NEXT Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Coat skillet with 1 teaspoon canola oil and wipe down with a paper towel. Working in batches, spoon batter into skillet by ½ tablespoons to form 1 ½-inch to 2-inch rounds. Cook until bubbles appear on surface and undersides are golden brown, about 1 minute. Flip and cook an additional minute or until brown. Transfer to a serving platter; repeat with remaining batter. LAST Top each blini with a dollop of crème fraîche and ½-inch chunk of smoked trout. Sprinkle with cayenne pepper and chopped chives or microgreens to serve. GINGER CARROT SOUP I know I’ve found a winning recipe when my 4-year-old asks for seconds! Coconut milk adds luxurious richness to one of my favorite flavor combinations: carrots and fresh ginger. Top the soup with pepitas or toasted pumpkin seeds for a nice crunch. 4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes 2 teaspoons olive oil ½ medium sweet onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 pound carrots, roughly chopped 1 small potato (6 ounces), peeled 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 3½ cups low-sodium chicken stock 1 teaspoon salt 1½ cups light coconut milk 2 teaspoons lemon juice Cayenne, cilantro and pepitas to garnish Starters & Salads Yields: 6 servings FIRST Heat oil in a large stockpot over mediumhigh heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in carrots, potato and ginger; sauté an additional minute. Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer; cover and cook 20 minutes or until carrots are tender. NEXT Puree soup with a soup emulsifier or, working in batches, in a blender (take care to avoid burns). Stir in coconut milk and lemon juice; season with freshly ground black pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with cayenne, cilantro and pepitas. SWEET POTATO SOUFFLÉ SOUP In our house, the holidays wouldn’t be the same without sweet potato casserole, my favorite side dish. I converted it into a quickcooking soup that I make throughout the fall and winter. My children absolutely love it! 5 Prep Time: 10 minutes 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 ½ pounds), peeled and diced 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 5 cups low-sodium chicken stock, divided 3 tablespoons brown sugar ¾ teaspoon salt 1 ¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger ½ tablespoon butter TOPPINGS: Mini marshmallows Toasted pecans Cook Time: 35 minutes Starters & Salads Yields: 6 servings FIRST Fill a large stockpot with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook potatoes until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside. NEXT Heat oil in a large pot and sauté onion until lightly browned and tender, about 7 minutes. Add potatoes, 4 cups stock, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; simmer 15 minutes. Using a handheld soup emulsifier, blend soup until smooth. (If you don’t have an emulsifier, puree soup in several batches using a blender, taking care to avoid burns.) Stir in ginger and butter; season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. If soup is too thick, add extra stock to reach desired consistency. LAST Ladle soup into bowls. Top with mini marshmallows and pecans to serve. ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND ARUGULA SALAD Not only is this salad delicious as a holiday side, but we love it paired with cedar planked salmon for a healthy, fall meal. 6 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes SALAD: 2 ½ pound butternut squash 1 tablespoon olive oil 1½ teaspoons Fire & Flavor’s Salmon Rub ½ teaspoon salt 5 ounces baby arugula 1 avocado, peeled and cut into chunks 4 Medjool dates, seeded and chopped ¼ cup roughly chopped cilantro ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese DRESSING: 1 small shallot, finely chopped 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon honey 3 tablespoons olive oil Starters & Salads Yields: 6 side dish FIRST Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel squash and using a sharp knife, cut in half horizontally. Scrape out seeds and cut into 1-inch cubes. Place squash on a greased large, rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, salt, and Salmon Rub. Toss to coat and roast until edges begin to brown and squash is tender, but not mushy, about 25-30 minutes. NEXT While squash is roasting, combine dressing ingredients, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and set aside. LAST Place arugula in a large bowl, top with warm squash, and drizzle with enough dressing to lightly coat. Gently toss and add avocado, dates, cilantro and cheese. Serve immediately. WINTER GRAPEFRUIT AND AVOCADO SALAD With my hometown so close to Florida, boxes of fresh grapefruits and oranges always make popular Christmas gifts among family friends. They’re often used for ambrosia, but there’s only so much of that you can eat. This refreshing salad makes a nice starter to a winter meal. FROM MY KITCHEN With fresh, local shrimp or crab, this becomes a light but satisfying lunch. You can easily substitute orange segments for the grapefruit, if you like. 7 PREP TIME 10 minutes SALAD 2 pink grapefruits 2 ripe but firm avocados 1/3 cup torn basil leaves 1 head buttercrunch lettuce, torn into large pieces DRESSING 2 tablespoons minced shallots 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon honey ½ teaspoon sesame oil ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger 2 tablespoons olive oil Starters & Salads YIELDS 4 servings FIRST Peel and segment grapefruits, reserving 4 tablespoons juice. NEXT To prepare dressing, whisk together reserved grapefruit juice, shallots, soy, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and olive oil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper; set aside. LAST Quarter avocados lengthwise and remove pit and peel. Cut lengthwise into ½-inch slices and place in a large bowl. Gently toss avocado, grapefruit segments, and basil with desired amount of dressing. Arrange lettuce on 4 salad plates, top with avocado mixture, and serve. SIDE DISHES Roasted Asian Brussels Sprouts With Bacon Spice Roasted Cauliflower With Pomegranates Sour Cream Rolls ROASTED ASIAN BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON Bacon and Brussels sprouts? How can you go wrong? Fire & Flavor’s Asian Rub packs the perfect punch of flavor and spice for one of our favorite fall vegetables. 9 Prep Time: 10 minutes 1 ¼ pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 1 strip bacon, chopped 2 teaspoons sesame oil 1 teaspoon Fire & Flavor Asian Rub Juice of ½ lemon Cook Time: 20 minutes Yields: 4 servings FIRST Preheat oven to 425°F. Place Brussels sprouts on a greased, rimmed baking sheet and toss with bacon, oil, and Asian Rub. Spread in a single layer, cut sides facing down. LAST Roast in oven until edges begin to brown, tossing once, about 15-20 minutes. Squeeze with lemon and season with salt to taste; serve. Side Dishes SPICE ROASTED CAULIFLOWER WITH POMEGRANATES Our “Chicken Rub” has become a pantry staple for so many customers. Not only is it the perfect compliment for chicken, but it might make some of the best roasted cauliflower you have ever tasted. A perfect side for all holiday events! 10 Side Dishes Prep Time: 10 minutes 1 large head cauliflower, about 2 pounds cut into florets 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 ½ teaspoons Fire & Flavor Chicken Rub ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup pomegranate seeds Fresh parsley to garnish Cook Time: 25 minutes Yields: 4-6 servings FIRST Preheat oven to 400°F. Place cauliflower on a greased, rimmed baking sheet and toss with oil. Season with Chicken Rub and salt and spread into an even layer. LAST Roast until golden and tender, about 25 minutes. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and fresh parslely. SOUR CREAM ROLLS These rolls are delicious straight out of the oven. Growing up, we never sat down to Sunday lunch without a basket full of them on our table. 11 Side Dishes Prep Time: 5 minutes ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted 8 ounces sour cream 2 cups self-rising flour SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: MINI MUFFIN TINS Cook Time: 15 minutes Yields: about 24 rolls FIRST Preheat oven 425°F. In a medium bowl, stir together butter, sour cream, and flour. Drop by heaping tablespoons into greased mini muffin tins. LAST Bake for 12 minutes or until rolls begin to brown; serve immediately. MAIN DISHES The Perfect Roasted Turkey Herb Brined Smoked Turkey Cajun Dry Brined Turkey Spice Rubbed Apple Smoked Turkey THE PERFECT ROASTED TURKEY Prep Time: 30 minutes + brine time 1 (12-14 pound) turkey, neck and giblets removed and rinsed 1 package Fire & Flavor Turkey Perfect Brine Kit or Dry Brine Cotton string for tying 2 tablespoons canola oil Cook Time: 2-2 1/2 hours Yields: 8 servings FIRST Brine turkey according to package directions. If using liquid brine, remove turkey from brine and pat dry. Allow turkey to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before roasting. Preheat oven to 500°F. Place turkey on a roasting rack set inside a rimmed roasting pan or sheet pan. Tuck wings underneath bird and tie legs together; rub generously with oil. NEXT Place turkey on lowest level of oven and roast for 30 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350°F and continue roasting until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 165°F, about 2 – 2 ½ hours. LAST Allow turkey to rest for 20 minutes before for carving. 13 Main Dishes Brining is the key to a flavorful, juicy turkey. Fire & Flavor’s Apple Sage or Herb Brine Kits make it easy, but if you prefer a more Cajun flavor – try our Cajun Turkey Dry Brine. HERB BRINED SMOKED TURKEY This may be the best turkey you will ever eat. Brining packs the turkey with flavor and moisture, while smoking ensures a delicious smoky flavor and gorgeous browned skin. 14 Main Dishes Prep Time: 30 minutes + brine time 1 - Fire & Flavor Turkey Perfect Herb Brine Kit (with bag) 12-pound fresh turkey, neck and giblets removed 2 large aluminum roasting pan 12 whole carrots 3 tablespoons canola oil Cotton string for tying Fire & Flavor Lump Charcoal 5 cups Fire & Flavor Apple Wood Chips, soaked You can brine your turkey a day or two in advance. Place brined turkey on rimmed baking sheet and refrigerate, (uncovered) for up to 24 hours before cooking. Cook Time: about 2 1/2 hours Yields: 8 servings FIRST The day before cooking turkey, prepare brine according to package directions. Place turkey, breast side down in brining bag set inside an ice filled cooler. Pour prepared brine and ice water over turkey. Seal bag making sure to press out any extra air. Brine for 12 hours or 1 hour per pound of turkey. NEXT Remove turkey from brine, pat dry, but do not rinse. Allow turkey to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before smoking. LAST Prepare charcoal grill for indirect heat (if using a Big Green Egg use deflector plate) and heat to 325°F. Double stack aluminum trays and line with carrots. Place turkey on top of carrots and brush with oil; season with freshly ground black pepper. Tie turkey legs together with cotton string and tuck wing tips under. Add 2 cups of wood chips to charcoal and place turkey over indirect heat. Close lid and cook for 1 hour. Add additional wood chips and, if necessary, more coals to keep grill heated to 325°F. Close lid and continue cooking turkey until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 165°F (cooking time is usually about 12 minutes per pound of turkey). Carefully remove turkey and pan from grill and let rest for 30 minutes before carving. CAJUN DRY BRINED TURKEY Prep Time: 15 minutes + 2-3 days brine time 1 package Fire & Flavor Cajun Turkey Dry Brine 1 (12-14 pound) fresh or partially frozen turkey, neck and giblets removed 2 tablespoons canola oil Cotton string for tying Cook Time: 2-2 1/2 hours Yields: 10-12 servings FIRST Place turkey on a rimmed baking sheet and pat dry with paper towels. Using hands, loosen skin under breasts and meaty part of legs/thighs. Season inside cavity of turkey with 2 teaspoons of dry brine and rub 5 teaspoons under skin of breasts and legs/ thighs. Sprinkle remaining brine on outside skin of turkey, making sure to coat sides and wings. Place turkey, breast side up, uncovered in refrigerator for 2-3 days. NEXT Allow turkey to sit at room temperature for 30-40 minutes before cooking (do not rinse). Preheat oven to 500°F. Place turkey on a roasting rack set inside a rimmed roasting pan or sheet pan. Tuck wings underneath bird and tie legs together; rub generously with oil. Place turkey on lowest level of oven and roast for 30 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350°F and continue roasting until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 165°F, about 2 – 2 ½ hours. LAST Allow turkey to rest for 20 minutes before for carving. 15 Main Dishes Our Cajun Dry Brine adds creates a juicy, tender bird with a little Southern flavor. Unlike wet brining, you can start dry brining your turkey even if it is partially frozen, but be sure to plan in advance. Dry brining provides the best results when you allow your turkey to brine for 2-3 days. SPICE RUBBED APPLE SMOKED TURKEY Brining always ensures the juiciest, most flavorful bird. This recipe combines brining, smoking, and an extra spice rub on the skin to ensure every bite is worth the wait all year long. 16 Prep Time: 30 minutes + brine time 1 Fire & Flavor Turkey Perfect Herb or Apple Sage Brine Kit (with bag) 12-pound fresh turkey, neck and giblets removed 2 large aluminum roasting pans 12 whole carrots 3 tablespoons canola oil 2-3 tablespoons Fire & Flavor Turkey Rub Cotton string for tying Fire & Flavor Lump Charcoal 5 cups Fire & Flavor Apple Wood Chips, soaked Cook Time: about 2 1/2 hours Main Dishes Yields: 8 servings FIRST The day before cooking turkey, prepare brine according to package directions. Place turkey, breast side down in brining bag set inside an ice filled cooler. Pour prepared brine and ice water over turkey. Seal bag making sure to press out any extra air. Brine for 12 hours or 1 hour per pound of turkey. NEXT Remove turkey from brine, pat dry, but do not rinse. Allow turkey to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before smoking. Prepare charcoal grill for indirect heat (if using a Big Green Egg use deflector plate) and heat to 325°F. Double stack aluminum trays and line with carrots. Place turkey on top of carrots and brush with oil; rub with Turkey Rub making sure to coat all sides. Tie turkey legs together with cotton string and tuck wing tips under. LAST Add 2 cups of wood chips to charcoal and place turkey over indirect heat. Close lid and cook for 1 hour. Add additional wood chips and, if necessary, more coals to keep grill heated to 325°F. Close lid and continue cooking turkey until meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 165°F (cooking time is usually about 12 minutes per pound of turkey). Carefully remove turkey and pan from grill and let rest for 30 minutes before carving. LEFTOVERS MADE EASY Turkey Tacos With Cranberry-Apple Salsa Thanksgiving Turkey Panini Black Bean And Turkey Enchiladas Rustic Turkey Minestrone Soup With Basil Pistou TURKEY TACOS WITH CRANBERRY-APPLE SALSA Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes SALSA: ¾ cup leftover cranberry chutney 1 small Granny Smith apple, diced 1 small jalapeno, minced 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro 8 (6-inch) corn or flour tortillas ½ cup sour cream 1½ cups shredded leftover turkey or chicken 1 avocado, diced ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or goat cheese Shredded lettuce to garnish Yields: 4 servings FIRST Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine chutney, apple, jalapeno, lime juice, and cilantro. Season with salt to taste and set aside. NEXT Wrap tortillas in aluminum foil and place in oven to heat. Spread each tortilla with 1 tablespoon sour cream, top with shredded turkey, diced avocado, and spoonful of cranberry salsa. LAST Garnish tacos with cheese and lettuce and serve immediately. 18 After several days of leftover stuffing and sweet potatoes, what better way to mix up the flavors. Super easy and flavorful, you will never know this was leftover turkey! Leftovers Made Easy THANKSGIVING TURKEY PANINI The best part about Thanksgiving is often the leftovers. These warm paninis are packed with flavor and make a perfect lunch for lingering guests. 19 Main Dishes Prep Time: 5 minutes ¼ cup cranberry chutney 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 4 slices of sourdough or good quality bread 1 cup of shredded turkey or 5-6 slices 2 thick slices of Swiss cheese 2 tablespoons of butter Cook Time: 5 minutes Yields: 2 servings FIRST In a small bowl, combine chutney and mustard. Spread mixture on 4 slices of bread. Top 2 slices of bread with turkey, cheese, and additional cranberry chutney, if desired. Top with remaining slices of bread. NEXT Preheat grill pan or Panini press over medium-high heat. Spread butter on top and bottom of sandwich and grill until cheese is melted and bread turns light brown, about 3 minutes per side. If you are using a grill pan, use a heavy skillet to press down of sandwich while panini cooks. LAST Cut sandwich in half and serve with chips and green salad. BLACK BEAN AND TURKEY ENCHILADAS Prep Time: 10 minutes 8 (10-inch) flour tortillas 2 cups shredded, leftover turkey 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed 1½ cups fresh (store-bought) tomato salsa, divided ¾ cup leftover cranberry chutney, divided ½ cup light sour cream 2 cups (8-ounces) shredded pepper jack cheese, divided 3-4 green onions, finely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro Cook Time: 1 hour Yields: 4 servings FIRST Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly spray a 9-inch x 13-inch rectangle baking dish with the cooking spray. In a large bowl combine turkey, beans, ¾ cup salsa, chutney, sour cream, and 1 cup of cheese. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. NEXT Spoon ½ cup of turkey mixture down center of each tortilla, roll up tightly, and place, seam side down, in prepared baking dish. Spoon remaining salsa and cranberry chutney over enchiladas, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. LAST Remove foil and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Return to oven for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Garnish with onion and cilantro and serve. 20 Main Dishes You may want to cook an extra turkey this Thanksgiving – these enchiladas can feed a crowd and are chocked with flavor. RUSTIC TURKEY MINESTRONE SOUP WITH BASIL PISTOU This recipe has been a family favorite for years. Who doesn’t need a fresh, healthy soup to top off the holiday indulgences? 21 Main Dishes Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes SOUP: 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 medium carrots, cut into ½” slices 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 (32 ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes 6 cups low-sodium organic vegetable or chicken stock ½ teaspoon dried thyme 1 bay leaf ½ cup dried elbow pasta 4 cups roughly chopped kale 2 medium zucchini, cut into ½-inch pieces, about 2 ½ cups 1 can white beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups diced leftover turkey or chicken 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for garnish PISTOU: 1 small clove garlic, chopped 2 cup fresh basil leaves 1/3 cup olive oil Yields: 6-8 servings FIRST Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrots and sauté until slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes, stock, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes. NEXT While soup is cooking, puree garlic and basil in a food processor. With motor running, slowly add olive oil until smooth; set aside. LAST Add pasta to soup and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in kale, zucchini, beans, turkey, and vinegar. Cook until zucchini is tender, about 5 more minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls and top with a teaspoon of basil pistou. Want to see more? Gena Knox Cookbooks Gift Set Change the way you think about food and celebrate family and friends with Gena Knox. BUY NOW
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