From decorated sugar cookies to gingerbread men, Christmas cookies are this season’s sweetest addition. They have a place at cookie swaps and weekend fêtes, but there’s no time that a plate of cookies are more welcome than when you’re trimming the tree.
As you get ready to put the finishing touches on your Christmas tree, here are 10 holiday cookies to make the task even sweeter.
Let’s face it — hosting a holiday meal is a lot of work, usually relegated to one or two people spending hours in the kitchen. But if the point of the holidays is to spend more time with friends and family, why not make Christmas dinner an all-hands-on-deck affair instead? Making tamales is a Christmas tradition in many Mexican households, and a tamale party is the perfect way to have everyone pitch in to make a special meal together.
Cinnamon is one of those aromas that just makes us think of the holidays. Whether it’s gingersnaps baking or mulled cider simmering on the stove, we just want our homes to smell of the warming spice. That’s why I’m so in love with cinnamon dough ornaments. They are easy to make — a great project for kids — and when hung on your tree, they make the house smell of cinnamon.
Today I’m showing you how to make these easy ornaments for yourself. It’s an afternoon craft project that will fill your house with holiday cheer.
We can all agree that practical gifts are lovely, but when it comes to the holidays, it’s always exciting to receive the gift you wouldn’t normally buy for yourself. So even if your friend or family member has a very no-nonsense attitude, and you want to give them something practical, go for an upgraded version that will make their kitchen a happier place to be.
Here are our top 10 picks for gifts under $50.
Slaws don’t have to be made just of cabbage — there are so many other delicious crunchy vegetables out there! Refreshing jicama and beautiful red cabbage get tossed together with tangy lime juice, spicy jalapeños, and cilantro for a great slaw to serve with tacos or tamales.
