Mock-aritas

I’ve got a newly tested yummy mocktail recipe for you. These tasty virgin margaritas are just the thing if you love cocktails but don’t drink. 

Mix up a batch of these “mock-aritas” for a baby shower, ladies night, or even a superbowl party.   Prep is about 15 minutes.  Add a little sweet and sour to kick it up even further.  If you gotta have booze by all means add the tequila but try them without first!

Christmas Cookie Boxes

I love making things for other people, especially around the holidays.  Instead of sending Christmas cards (which I hate to do because they end up in the trash anyway) I like to make boxes of Christmas treats for a select group of friends and family. 

Now I can already hear some of you saying No way! Too much work!  Who has time?  Being a very busy woman myself I’ve found a few ways to give something of yourself without giving up your life.  Below are a few tips and a step by step guide to make your Christmas Cookie Boxes a success.

My hubby’s favorite: Oatmeal Raisin Bars

These Oatmeal Raisin Bars, from the Better Homes & Gardens Cookbook,  are a family favorite and are even yummy enough to grace my Christmas Cookie Boxes (more about that on Monday!).  Enjoy layers of Oatmeal crust, raisin filling, and cinnamon frosting in a simple three part recipe that even beginners can handle. Oatmeal Raisin Bars are quick, easy, cheap to make, and they will go fast!