Apple/Cinnamon Ornaments
- Mix 1 cup of cinnamon with 1 cup of applesauce. (Use applesauce that is lump free)
- Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on a cutting board.
- Knead the apple mixture, until it is smooth.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on your rolling pin.
- Roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thick rectangle.
- Get out your favourite cookie cutters and start cutting.
- Poke cloves and buttons and beads for decorations.
- Make a hole at the top of the ornament, to string with ribbon.
- Let the ornaments lie flat and dry for 24 hours. Turning over at least once in the 24-hour period.
Apple Cider
Pour 10 cups of apple cider in your crockpot. Add 5 cinnamon sticks and simmer for 4-6 hours. This is a great drink for a party.
Christmas Cranberry Kiss
Mix 1 ounce of southern comfort with 8oz of cranberry juice and a splash of gingerale. Very Refreshing.
Egg Nog
Blend 2 cups of milk, 2 eggs, and 2 teaspoons of sugar. Flavour with a dash of nutmeg and vanilla. You may spice it up with rum.
Irish Cream
Blend 1 can of condensed milk, with 2 cups of Irish whiskey, 1 cup of half/half cream, 2 tablespoons of chocolate syrup and 1 tablespoon of fresh instant coffee. Place in a glass container with a lid and let sit in the refrigerator for seven days before using. Great over a couple of ice cubes or put an ounce or two in your Christmas coffee.
Hot Chocolate
Mix 1 cup of granulated white sugar with 1/2 cup of cocoa. Mix 7 teaspoons of cornstarch with 1/2 cup of water. Blend the cocoa mix with the cornstarch liquid. Stirring to make a smooth paste. Put the mixture in a pot and simmer over low heat while gradually stirring in 4 cups of milk. Let simmer for approximately 10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning the drink.
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