Across
- 2. Mineral crucial for bone health, found in dairy products often used in holiday recipes
- 4. a common bird served at Christmas feasts in medieval England
- 6. dessert with a flaky crust and cinnamon-spiced filling
- 9. a highly sought-after spice in medieval European trade routes
- 11. Which popular holiday spice is derived from the dried flower buds of a tropical tree?
- 12. In what country did the tradition of baking and giving gingerbread cookies originate?
- 13. Compound in turkey blamed for post-dinner drowsiness
- 15. In the Middle Ages, what was a common substitute for sugar in European recipes?
- 17. What type of nut is a key ingredient in the classic holiday treat known as Nutcracker Suite?
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- 1. Nutrient abundant in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits, promoting digestive health.
- 3. A savory sauce often made from pan drippings and served with turkey
- 5. Tart red berries often used in sauces and desserts.
- 7. Essential nutrient found in turkey, ham, and other main dishes during holiday feasts.
- 8. Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes often baked with marshmallows.
- 10. Essential mineral abundant in red meat, supporting the transport of oxygen in the blood.
- 14. Traditional centerpiece of a Thanksgiving feast, often roasted or deep-fried.
- 16. Nutrient found in citrus fruits and colorful vegetables, important for immune function.