January's arrival means a brand new year and a fresh start...2013 is full of possibilities and we have high hopes for everything in store! In this edition of Feather Your Nest, we're sharing what's new and coming soon for this year at Gooseberry Patch...we wanted you to be the first to know!

Around our neighborhoods, the snow is finally flying and that means we're planning to enjoy our favorite comfort foods, including casseroles, soups and stews. What are your favorites to enjoy with your family after a frosty day? Keep reading for a few of our best winter warmers.

P.S. Planning your weekly menu has never been easier...look for the blue button on each of our online recipes to save them to your own personal recipe box. Create shopping lists, print, share and more!

You asked and we listened! This year's new books will include one devoted to slow-cooker recipes and another that's all quick & easy. Whether you're planning ahead or need to toss something together in a flash, our 2013 books have you covered. We'll be sharing each one with you throughout the year in more detail, but here's your first look at what's coming up!

At Gooseberry Patch, we're all about sharing recipes and being part of a community. With both of these in mind, we're asking some of our favorite cooks from around the web to visit our blog and share some of their favorite Gooseberry Patch recipes!
Visit our Blog to Get a First Look

If you're a fan on Facebook, you've already seen the inspiring slideshows and collections that MyRecipes has created from Gooseberry Patch recipes...we're honored to be part of such a great recipe resource online! Take a Peek at our Featured Recipes & Photos

We're excited to be a part of a new food network on YouTube called Tastemade! Not only will we be reaching lots of new fans, we'll also be partnering up with some of our favorite cooks online today. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and you won't miss a thing!

We've been working with this well-known company to create Gooseberry Patch craft projects & patterns. You'll be able to buy them at Jo Ann and other craft stores...stay tuned for more details and photos throughout the year!

Cheesy Ham & Vegetable
Bake

Jackie Flood from Geneseo, New York, shared this recipe with us. She writes, "This is a good way to use up leftover ham after the holidays. To lighten up this recipe, you can use low-fat dairy products with delicious results."

1-1/2 c. rotini pasta, uncooked
16-oz. pkg. frozen broccoli, carrots
      and cauliflower blend
1/2 c. sour cream
1/2 c. milk
1-1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese,
      divided
1-1/2 c. cooked ham, chopped
1/4 c. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 c. croutons, crushed

Cook pasta according to package directions; add frozen vegetables to cooking water just to thaw. Drain; place mixture in a 2-quart casserole dish that has been sprayed with non-stick vegetable spray. Mix sour cream, milk, one cup cheese, ham, onion and garlic; stir into pasta mixture in dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with croutons and remaining cheese during last 5 minutes of baking. Serves 6.

Click here for a printable version of this recipe.

Click here for a printable version of this recipe.

White Chicken Chili

Andrea Pocreva from San Antonio, Texas, shared this crowd-pleasing recipe...it's easily halved for smaller gatherings!

2 onions, chopped
1 T. olive oil
6 c. chicken broth
6 15-1/2 oz. cans Great Northern
      beans, drained and rinsed
3 5-oz. cans chicken, drained
2 4-oz. cans diced green chiles
2 t. ground cumin
1 t. garlic powder
1-1/2 t. dried oregano
1/4 t. white pepper
12-oz. container sour cream
3 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese

In a large stockpot over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients except sour cream and cheese. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until heated through. Shortly before serving, add sour cream and cheese. Stir until cheese is melted. Serves 16 to 20.

Triple Chocolate Cake

This recipe was shared by Joan Brochu of Harwich, Massachusetts. She writes, "This ooey-gooey dessert is a chocolate lover's delight!"

18-1/2 oz. pkg. chocolate cake mix
8-oz. container sour cream
3.9-oz. pkg. instant chocolate
      pudding mix
12-oz. pkg. semi-sweet chocolate
      chips
4 eggs, beaten
3/4 c. oil
1 c. water
Garnish: vanilla ice cream

Place all ingredients except ice cream in a slow cooker; mix well. Cover and cook on high setting for 3 to 4 hours. Serve warm, garnished with scoops of ice cream. Makes 8 to 10 servings.

Click here for a printable version of this recipe.

More brand new goodies for you...here's January's free downloadable
desktop wallpaper!

When we asked you where you like to shop for Gooseberry Patch cookbooks, your answers covered so many different kinds of stores, and we're always trying to get our books into your neighborhoods! Did you know you can find them in...

Family-Favorite Mac & Cheese

Big Eddie's Rigatoni

Praline Apple Crisp

Here are 4 boards that are sure to come in handy
forward to the New Year!

     

     










Thanks for joining us for this January edition of Feather Your Nest...we are so thankful to start this brand new year with YOU, our Gooseberry Patch family!