Plan Ahead To Grab A Stash Of Christmas Oreos

[1] Each Festive OREO is individually wrapped (photos #1, #2, and #4 © Mondelēz International). [2] Cookies are available in 14-count (above), 45-count, and 4-count packages (photo #4). [3] You can dip regular OREOS in red or green icing. Maybe trade the white and green nonpareils for red and green, or even better, silver or…
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Galette Des Rois, Epiphany Cake, A Delight Throughout January

[1] Galette des Rois from the acclaimed French pastry chef Raymond Blanc. Here’s his recipe (photo © Raymond Blanc). [2] Many bakeries provide a gold paper crown so the person who gets the slice with the fève (charm) can be crowned king or queen. You can buy this cake and crown from Goldbelly (photo ©…
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Americans Drink 1.2 Billion Glasses Of Eggnog (Whew)

Americans are set to consume 1.2 billion glasses of eggnogs this holiday season. Eggnog is a holiday tradition for many people: those who like rich, creamy drinks laden with spirits. It’s a velvety concoction that marries the richness of cream and milk with the warmth of sugar and the complexity of beaten eggs. To this…
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Gingerbread Sheet Pan Pancakes Recipe: Easy To Bake

[1] Delicious gingerbread pancakes, baked in a sheet pan (photos #1 and #2 © Bob’s Red Mill). [2] Use this just-add-water pancake mix for light and fluffy “homestyle” pancakes. The Non-GMO Project Verified ingredients include buttermilk, butter, eggs, flour, for a complete mix that makes perfectly delicious pancakes every time. Buy it here. [3] Test…
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How Many Calories Does Santa Consume on Christmas Eve?

[1] Santa’s Milk And Cookies by David Lindsley. You can purchase the wall hanging here (photo © Great Big Canvas). [2] Have a seat, Santa. This print is Santa Cookie Break by Susan Comish. You can buy a print here (photo © Susan Comish). [3] Don’t forget carrots for the reindeer! This poster is available…
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