Holiday Margarita
Celebrate the festive season in style with a vibrant Holiday Margarita that promises to bring a burst of color and flavor to your celebrations. This special recipe combines the boldness of tequila with the sweet and citrusy notes of orange liqueur, creating a perfect base for the tartness of cranberry juice and the deep, rich tones of pomegranate juice. With a splash of sweet and sour mix to balance the flavors, this Holiday Margarita is not just a drink, but a festive experience in a glass. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or simply looking to enjoy a seasonal treat, this cocktail is sure to spread joy and cheer.
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Holiday Margarita Recipe
Yield: 8 oz
Prep Time: 3 min
Total Time: 3 min
Ingredients:
2 oz Tequila
1 oz Orange Liqueur (I used Alma Finca Orange Liqueur)
1 oz Cranberry Juice
1 oz Pomegranate Juice
2 oz Sweet and sour mix
Garnish:
Cranberries
Pomegranate pearls
Lime wedge or wheel
Directions:
In a large cocktail shaker add all of the margarita ingredients
Shake to combine
Fill your glass with ice
Pour your cocktail mixture into the glass and garnish.
In crafting the perfect end to any festive gathering, the Holiday Margarita stands out as a celebratory staple. Its harmonious blend of tequila, orange liqueur, cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, and sweet and sour mix encapsulates the essence of the holiday season in every sip. This cocktail is more than just a drink; it’s a testament to the joy and warmth of the holidays, offering a delightful experience that complements the festive cheer. So, raise a glass to the season’s festivities with this exquisite Holiday Margarita, and let its vibrant flavors bring an extra sparkle to your holiday celebrations.
Trisha Yearwood's Tortilla Soup
A tried and true copy cat recipe for Trisha Yearwood's Tortilla Soup. It's simple to make and delicious.
Ingredients
- butter
- 2 or 3 cloves of garlic, pressed
- onion (chopped)
- flour
- 14 oz chicken broth
- half and half or low-fat milk
- salsa
- chicken breasts (boneless, skinless (boiled and shredded)
- kidney beans
- black beans
- corn
- ground cumin
- fajita seasoning
- cream of chicken soup
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large soup pot.
- Add garlic and onion, and saute until soft.
- Add flour and stir well. Saute for 1 minute.
- Add the broth and the half-and-half. (I boiled the chicken before hand in 6 comes of water to make the broth.)
- Stir in cream of chicken soup, salsa, chicken, beans, corn, cumin and fajita seasoning.
- Continue to simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir a lot to prevent anything from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Optional: Top it with tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips and black olives.
Holiday Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila
- 1 oz Orange Liqueur (I used Alma Finca Orange Liqueur)
- 1 oz Cranberry Juice
- 1 oz Pomegranate Juice
- 2 oz Sweet and sour mix
- Cranberries
- Pomegranate pearls
- Lime wedge or wheel
Instructions
In a large cocktail shaker add all of the margarita ingredients
Shake to combine
Fill your glass with ice
Pour your cocktail mixture into the glass and garnish.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 620Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 21mgCarbohydrates: 106gFiber: 17gSugar: 75gProtein: 6g
Nutritional info is an estimate.
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