Christmas is only a couple of days away. I have mostly everything done, since we had an early Christmas on Saturday with Bob’s parents. All of the cleaning and decorating is out of the way, except for the basic daily cleaning.
Today, I am making gingerbread houses and cookies. I found an awesome PDF from King Arthur Flour with tips and templates for making a gingerbread house. The PDF also has a recipe, but I used a gingerbread recipe from Martha Stewart (you can click close on the video, if you want). I used less pepper, since I did not want it too spicy for the kids. I will post a picture of the decorated house after we do that.
I still have some candies to make and I need to finish the stuffed dog that I am making for Little E, but I am not feeling the pressure and stress that I have in years past because I did most things early this year.
Today, I am printing out the recipes for my menu and making sure that I have everything I need from the store. Later, I am making one last run to the grocery store. I hope it is not as packed as it was yesterday!
This is my menu.
- Dijon Maple Glazed Spiral Ham
- Scalloped Potatoes (cheesy variety)
- Rutabaga (boiled and mashed)
- Green Bean Casserole
- Corn
- Parker House Rolls
- Pumpkin Spice Cake with Honey Frosting
- Decadent Truffle Bottom Chocolate Cream Pie
I have never made or eaten Green Bean Casserole. I thought it would be fun to try this classic holiday dish.
I always have a hard time getting things done in the couple of days before Christmas because the kids are so hyper and wild. This is one of those times that I wish I could put them in school for just one day!
I had Bob take the day off tomorrow, so I will be able to get my baking done without all of the hassle.
I hope everything is going well with your holiday preparations. Try not to get too stressed out.
