Holiday Baking

More baking for the holidays. They made wonderful gifts to family and friends.

Coconut Macaroons

Peppermint Kisses Pretzels

Peppermint Chocolate Chip

 

Andes Creme de Menthe Chunk

Chocolate Chip with Pecans

White Chocolate and Cranberry

Molasses Cookies

Holiday Gift Packaging

The History of Candy Canes

Ski Prep

We have planned a trip to Telluride over the Winter break and Hayley and I went shopping at Big 5 for some winter gear. Check out this pair of goggles on Hayley. I think she is ready!

Let's Go For A Ride

We have had many generous hand-me-downs from friends and Hayley acquired a bike that she really enjoys. Thank you Chau Family!

Thanksgiving 2012

We celebrated this Thanksgiving with family and friends at our home. The feast was enjoyed by all. I went a little crazy on the desserts, but they all turned out delicious! Here is my menu:

Appetizers

Tomato Confit

Sausage and Pineapple Kabob Appetizer

Fig Jam with Brie Cheese

Main Course

Turkey

Rib Roast

Sides

Mashed Potatoes

Corn

Cranberry Relish

Corn Bread Stuffing

Green Bean Casserole

Sautéed Mushrooms

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Ginger and Honey

Cheddar Biscuits

Dessert

Double-Layer Pumpkin Cheesecake

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars with Streusel Topping

Whoopie Pumpkin Pies

Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle

Easy Oreo Truffles

    

 

Hayley the Baker

Hayley has been interested in participating whenever I'm baking or cooking. Here is her first Rice Krispy Treats with M & Ms. They turned out pretty good though the M & Ms were a little crushed.

My Kindergartener

Ethan's Kindergarten school picture came in and here it is! Such a big boy now....