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HOT TODDY
It’s Cold and Flu Season, that means one thing…Hot Toddy time!
INGREDIENTS
Your Favorite Tea (Chamomile works great)
Whiskey (or Spiced Rum)
Lemon Juice
Honey
Cinnamon Stick (Optional)
Steep your tea according to the package.
Add Whiskey or Rum, Lemon Juice, Honey, and Optional Cinnamon Stick.
Sip and Relax
Obsession: Fancy.com
My friend just introduced me to fancy.com and I’m obsessed! They have anything and everything and right now it’s ON SALE! Want a fun tee, notebook, coasters, jewelry, they have it all!
Cranberry Chutney
My parents are coming out for Christmas and I asked them what they would like for Christmas Dinner. My dad decided he wanted cranberry sauce. Since that’s a very Thanksgiving item I thought I’d put a twist on it and make Cranberry Chutney. I had made this recipe from allrecipes.com before and everyone loved it!
INGREDIENTS
1 C water
3/4 C white sugar
2 t vanilla
1 (12 oz.) package of fresh cranberries
1 C apples (peeled, cored, diced)
1/2 C cider vinegar
1/2 t ground cinnamon
1/4 t ground ginger
In a medium saucepan combine the water and sugar.
Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Add the cranberries, apples, cider vinegar, and spices.
Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 10 minutes stirring often.
Pour mixture into a mixing bowl.
Place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the sauce.
Cool to room temperature and serve or cover and refrigerate.
Bring chutney to room temperature before serving.
Holiday Shipping Guide
Still need to order some gifts online? Check out the shipping information from these stores to see if you’ll get your gifts on time!
Target
Walmart
JC Penney
Macy’s
Sears
Boscov’s
Bon Ton
Kohl’s
GAP
Forever 21
H&M
American Eagle
Hollister
New York & Co.
Victoria’s Secret
f.y.e.
Urban Outfitters
Barnes and Noble
#VSFashionShow 2014 Follow-Up
That’s a wrap! Another Victoria’s Secrets Fashion Show has come and gone. And I’d have to say, it was one of my favorite ones yet! Each collection was elegantly designed, from background and runway graphics to musical guests and the famous wings.
Speaking of wings, could they be any more gorgeous? They really are labors of love with the meticulously placed feathers, gold, Swarovski crystals, and hand painting. I can’t wait to see what the designers are already creating for next year!
Gilded Angels | University of Pink | Exotic Traveler | * Fantasy Bras * | Fairy Tale | Dream Girl | Angel Ball
[all images courtesy of Victoria’s Secret Instagram]
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2014
I don’t know about you, but I love the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. All the creativity, music, and energy put into it is incredible!
This year’s event takes place in London and will be aired tomorrow (12-9) night at 10:00 EST. Can’t wait until then? Don’t worry, Victoria’s Secret has a special Fashion Show Preview on their website.
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
What’s more festive than a warm cup of hot chocolate? Peppermint hot chocolate! This recipe from Sandra Lee will certainly get you in the Holiday mood.
INGREDIENTS
6 12oz. cans evaporated milk
1/3 C chocolate liqueur
1/4 C peppermint schnapps
2 12oz. bags dark chocolate chips
Whisk evaporated milk, chocolate liqueur, and peppermint schnapps in a slow cooker.*
Add dark chocolate chips.
Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Ladle into mugs. Garnish with whipped topping and candy canes.
*If you don’t have a slow cooker, keep these drinks warm in a saucepan on the stove top over low heat.
Get The Look | Holiday Glam
It’s Holiday Party Season and I’m doing a One-Stop-Shop at Forever 21 for this Inspiration Look: Holiday Glam. Using thier Metallic Threaded Knit Dress you can make it Classy Chick (options on left) or Rocker Glam (options on right)!
Metallic Threaded Knit Dress [$17.90]
Rhinestone Heart Charm Necklace [$10.90]
Layered Geo Fringe Necklace [$2.80]
Buckled Ankle Strap Booties [$34.90]
Buckled Faux Suede Booties [$29.80]
Embossed Zippered Clutch [$16.90]
Abstract Sequin Beaded Clutch [$24.90]
Spiced Rum Pecan Pie
This Pecan Pie is chalk full of nuts!
INGREDIENTS
1 prepared pie shell
1 C firmly packed brown sugar
2 t vanilla
2 T spiced rum
1 stick unsalted butter (melted & cooled to room temp.)
2 eggs
2 C chopped pecans
pinch of salt
PREHEAT 350*
Line a baking sheet with waxed paper and evenly spread out the chopped pecans. Toast in oven for 5 minutes.
Stir together brown sugar and salt.
Stir in cooled melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and spiced rum.
Add toasted chopped pecans and pour into pie shell.
Bake until crust is golden brown and filling is set, approximately 35-60 minutes.
Check after 35 minutes. If the crust is getting too dark, cover with aluminum foil.
Cool on wire rack completely before serving.
Holiday Gift Tracking Printable
It’s the most wonderful (and kind of hectic) time of the year. To help you stay organized, here’s a Holiday Gift Tracking Printable.
Click the images below and save the file.
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