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Hi.
It finally feels cold and there’s a little bit of snow — cliché to talk about the weather, but secretly many of us hope for a white Christmas. Unfortunately it’s warming back up to the 60s here, which I find disappointing.
What are you up to? Are you excited for next week? Finished with all your shopping? I’m planning to wrap presents today, do more shopping, and probably enjoy a few holiday drinks. Yesterday I made about 10 different cookie doughs and still need to bake them all. I added lemon crinkle cookies to my list and could happily dive into a tray of them. Follow along on Instagram and Snapchat for weekend behind-the-scenes.
Also, I posted a video showing how to make cheesy pull-apart garlic bread on Facebook. It’s a quick, indulgent recipe if you need a crowd-pleasing side or snack.
Over on the baby page I shared Max’s one-year update and a round-up of our current baby favorites — helpful if you’re looking for gift ideas for little ones.
Loves:
My face melted when I saw these chicken and waffle sliders — I’ve never wanted something more.
Gingersnap chocolate bark is utterly gorgeous and perfect for holiday gifting or cookie exchanges.
This mustard deviled eggs recipe with crispy chicken skin covers nearly everything I love in a party bite — bold, crunchy, and addictive.
A creamy white bean and tomato soup will be exactly what I crave after indulging in holiday cookies.
These ampersandwich cookies are not only adorable but they sound delicious — a fun twist on Linzer-style sandwich cookies with strawberry-chocolate ganache.
I can’t get over “Drake on Cake” — such a delightful idea and so funny.
Coconut oil gingerbread men are charming and would be a lovely alternative to classic gingerbread.
I wish I had the patience to assemble a DIY wooden bead garland — it’s a simple, modern decoration that looks beautiful on a tree or mantel.
A tie-dye yule log cake is whimsical and unexpected — the kind of dessert that lingers in your mind long after you see it.
Although I’d be tempted to drink a bottle of red wine, braising short ribs in wine is an excellent and comforting way to use it in the kitchen.
Pretzel crust brownie pie sounds like a brilliant sweet-salty combo I don’t mind at all.
I’m definitely making pomegranate Manhattans — festive, tart, and perfect for holiday gatherings.
And a hot buttered rum pound cake exists, which feels like the perfect cozy, boozy dessert to end the season on.