What I’m buying to help me through the busy holidays.

These Costco savings last from November 20 to December 24. Who needs store-bought apple cider when I can make my own?

But the truth is that Ive reached the pre-holiday point when everything feels impossible to pull off.

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Savings are available from November 20 to December 24, and prices may vary by location.

To elevate them for the holidays, crisp and toss them into a salad with spicy miso vinaigrette.

My favorite way to dress it up is with a citrusbeurre blancand Calabrian chiles.

Phillip Crab Cake Minis ($4 Off)

Its an undisputed fact thatmini-apps always taste better.

These miniature crab cakes are a staple in my freezer.

Not only is it great on its own, but its even better added to aMoscow Mule.

Theyre leak-proof, airtight, stackable, microwave-safe, and oven-safe up to 450F.

Besides, its the holidays, and who says I cant get myself a gift, too?

My go-to pairings are creamy brie and apples or Manchego and Soppressata.

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