Share your favorite holiday dish to win a KitchenAid food processor

I feel almost guilty for running a giveaway for the holiday season (yes, for Christmas those of you who are of the Christian persuasion). But this was a giveaway I could not resist, particularly because I really liked the two recipes that KitchenAid shared with me for the holidays.

Holiday Slaw

This crunchy slaw with its sweet and tangy vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing accompaniment to serve with turkey and trimmings. Using your food processor makes the preparation very easy and this salad can even be made days in advance.

Ingredients
½ large green cabbage, cored
1 small fennel bulb, trimmed
8 large red radishes, trimmed
6 green onions, trimmed
1 green pepper, cored
1 cup (250 mL) dried cranberries
½ cup (125 mL) white wine vinegar cup (75 mL) each oil and maple syrup
2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard
¾ tsp (4 mL) salt

Directions

1. Cut the cabbage into 5 or 6 wedges. Position the adjustable slicing disc in the work bowl and, using the thin setting on High speed, push the wedges through the feeding tube. Transfer to a large bowl. Switch to the coarse side of the reversible shredding disc. Cut the fennel into quarters. Push the fennel and radishes through the feeding tube; add to the large bowl.

2. Cut the green onion and green pepper into chunks. Use the multipurpose metal blade to chop finely. Add to the cabbage mixture. Combine the cranberries, vinegar, oil, maple syrup, lemon juice, mustard and salt in a small saucepan set over medium heat; bring to a boil. Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat. Chill for at least 1 hour or up to 4 days. Makes about 12 cups (3 L).

And the turkey breast (even though almost nobody makes a turkey like Russ makes it)

Stuffed Turkey Breast with Sweet & Sticky Glaze

Easy to carve and serve, this delicious turkey breast is a stress-free alternative to the traditional whole bird. Although perfect for a small cozy family gathering, this recipe can also be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.

Ingredients
½ French baguette, about 5 oz (150 g)
1 small onion, peeled and quartered
1 cup (250 mL) cubed, aged white Cheddar cheese, about 4 oz (125 g)
½ cup (125 mL ) dried apricots, pear or apple
¼ cup (50 mL) each dried cranberries and golden raisins
2 tbsp (30 mL) finely chopped fresh rosemary, divided
1 tsp (5 mL) dried thyme leaves
1 egg, beaten
2 tbsp (30 mL) butter, melted
1 boneless, skinless turkey breast, about 1 kg (2 lb), butterflied (see Tip)
½ tsp (2 mL) each salt and pepper
½ cup (125 mL) melted apricot jam
2 tbsp (30 mL) each brown sugar, wholegrain Dijon mustard and cider vinegar

Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Meanwhile, position the multipurpose blade in the work bowl. Tear the bread into large chunks. Add to the food processor along with the onion, cheese, dried apricots, cranberries, raisins, rosemary and thyme. Pulse until crumbled but still chunky. Add the egg and butter; pulse just until the stuffing comes together uniformly.

2. Spread out the turkey breast and sprinkle both sides evenly with salt and pepper. Arrange the stuffing on one side; fold over the other side and tie with kitchen twine to securely enclose filling. Transfer to a rack arranged on a foil-lined, rimmed baking sheet.

3. Using the mini bowl and blade, blend the apricot jam with the brown sugar, mustard, vinegar and remaining rosemary on low speed until combined and smooth. Brush ¼ of this mixture evenly over the turkey breast. Roast, basting liberally with remaining glaze, for 1½ hours or until an instant-read thermometer, inserted into individually into the meat and the stuffing registers 165°F (74°C). Let stand, tented with foil, for 10 minutes before slicing. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
Tip: To butterfly the turkey, lay the breast flat on a clean work surface. Cut almost all the way through, from one side of the breast so that opens like a book. Or, to simplify preparation, ask the butcher to butterfly the breast for you before purchasing.

The new KitchenAid 13 Cup Food Processor looks exactly like something that I would use (or even my sisters-in-law) at home. And KitchenAid has given me one for one lucky reader. All you need to do is drop a comment on this blog post telling me a favorite holiday recipe you would make if you were to win the food processor. I could see myself making the Holiday Slaw that KitchenAid suggested.

Or my world-famous marshmallow cheesecake. Mmmm. Cheesecake. What would you make this holiday season if you were to win the KitchenAid Food Processor? You can earn an additional entry for a total of two by posting the following on Twitter:

Shared my favorite holiday recipe w/ @hummingbird604 http://is.gd/HNHTPj for a chance to win a KitchenAid food processor via @standmixer

I will run this giveaway for 10 days, so you have until November 18th at 2pm to share your favorite holiday recipe with me and KitchenAid. The contest will be open only to residents of Canada over the age of 16.

Some more information on the KitchenAid Food Processor

Reconnecting with loved ones over a carefully crafted meal is often a highlight of the season. Offering versatility, convenience and style, the new KitchenAid® 13-Cup Food Processor is truly a culinary necessity when it comes to food preparation. An externally adjustable sliding blade coupled with exceptional performance ensures controlled and precise slicing, chopping and pureeing to help create a meal experience that brings the whole family together.

KEY FEATURES:
• New external adjustable, stainless steel slicing disc provides ultimate versatility
• Dual shredding disc easily flips the disc from 2mm to 4mm to achieve ideal slicing thickness
• Large 13-cup (2.75L) leak-proof work bowl, plus chef’s bowl and mini bowl to efficiently
• Ultra Wide Mouth Feed Tube™ adjusts to 3 different sizes to accommodate foods of varying sizes, including whole potatoes and cucumbers
• 17 precise food processing options for speed-controlled slice, shred, chop & puree functions plus three maximized slice, shred and puree/chop blades and bonus dough, egg whip & Julienne blades
• 4 speed-controlled functions
• Comfort design side handle allows easy viewing while the food processor is in use

This food processor is valued at $399.

Disclosure: KitchenAid sponsors this contest by providing the food processor for giveaway but I’m not compensated in any other way (e.g. I’m not charging a contest administration fee), nor do I get a food processor of my own. As always, I retain editorial control of anything I publish on my site.