Cooking Up Some Christmas

Ruby added a new twist to watching cookies bake when she started doing push ups.  I turned the oven light on for her and before I knew it, she was down on her hands and feet.  And then of course, Delsie had to get in on the action.

It wouldn't be Christmas without spending some time in the kitchen together, making some of our favorite treats.  When the kids are dressed the part, they become such good helpers.  This year I had each child in charge of one of the treats.  Dalanie helped me measure out ingredients and grease the pan for peanut brittle.  We made 6 batches of peanut brittle throughout the season.  It's my favorite Christmas candy.

 Ruby let everyone help her dip pretzels and sprinkle them with crushed peppermint.

 Some gingerbread came to life.

 Hudson decided to make the peanut butter cups into squares.  They were a hit and the first thing gone.  I think it has to do with the small pan size.

 Dalanie headed up the almond joy crew.  It's a simple recipe using butter, marshmallows, and coconut for the centers.  Instead of dipping them, we just piped chocolate over the tops.  It was quick and clean and absolutely scrumptious.

 Primary teachers, employees, and a few special neighbors got a box of our treats.

I like to reminisce about my days in the candy shop when we're cooking ups sweets.  Although to really get the feel, we should make some fudge.  To be honest, I haven't made fudge since leaving the candy shop.