Make Mine PinkHoliday Cookbook

Make Mine Pink Holiday Cookbook

Peanut Butter Blossom Cookies by Cottage Collections.

*Ingredients*1 cup packed brown sugar1 1/3 cup white sugar1 cup peanut butter1 cup butter1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder2 tablespoons hot water2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour2 eggs

*Instructions*Mix sugar, peanut butter, and butter. Add baking soda to the hot water and add to mixture. Beat in eggs, add flour. Scoop rounded teaspoons of cookie dough. Roll into balls and dip in sugar. Place rolled balls on ungreased cookie sheet. Press with fork dipped in sugar to make criss-cross design. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10-12 minutes or until light golden brown.Remove from oven and press Hershey kiss into hot cookie.

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Cranberry Shortbread Cookies by Business in the Bag

*Ingredients*1 cup unsalted butter (room temp.)¾ cup sifted confectionerʼs sugar1 tsp. vanilla extract2 cups sifted flour½ tsp. salt½ cup finely chopped dried cranberries

*Instructions*Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Combine the butter, sugar, vanilla, flour, and salt in a large bowl. Beat with a wooden spoon until combined but not too creamy. Stir in dried cranberries.Press dough into an 8” square baking pan. Bake about 20 minutes or until just starting to turn golden. Cool in pan about 20 minutes.

Run knife around the edges, remove, and transfer to work surface. Using a 2” round cookie/biscuit cutter, cut out shapes.Dust with confectionerʼs sugar.Makes about 12-18 cookies.

Orange Balls by Shabby Shan's Cottage---------------------*Ingredients*1 box powdered sugar1 6-oz. can frozen orange juice (thawed)1 12-oz. box vanilla wafers (crushed)1 stick margarine (melted)1 can coconutFinely chopped pecans (optional)

*Instructions*Cream margarine and sugar. Add orange juice and wafers. Mix well. Form into 1-inch balls and roll in coconut. Let stand 1 hour in refrigerator before serving. Store in the refrigerator.

A special thanks to all of the members and friends of Make Mine Pink that contributed to our Holiday cookbook. We hope that you enjoy our favorite holiday recipes as much as we do.Happy Holidays!

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Recipe: Chocolate Bread with Chocolate Butter

*Ingredients*Chocolate Bread:1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1/2 tsp salt1/2 baking powder1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar2 large eggs1 cup buttermilk

Chocolate Butter:

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips1/2 cup butter2 Tbsp honey

*Instructions*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 9x5 loaf pan.

Combine flour, cocoa, salt, baking powder and baking soda in a medium bowl. Beat butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each one. Gradually beat in flour mixture alternately with buttermilk. Pour into prepared loaf pan.

Bake for 50-55 minutes or until wooden pick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Cool in pan on a wire rack fro 10 minutes. Cool completely and serve with chocolate butter.

Chocolate Butter

Microwave 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips in a small microwave-safe bowl on high for 30 seconds. Stir. If chips are not completely melted, microwave for an additional 10-15 seconds or until just melted. Let cool. Beat cooled chocolate, 1/2 cup butter and 2 tablespoons of honey in a small mixing bowl until fluffy. Makes about 1 cup.

Note: You can store the butter in the refrigerator. When ready to use the butter, you will need to let it sit out for approximately 30 minutes or until softened before serving.

*Comments*

This recipe is adapted from Nestle Toll House Very Best Baking.

Name: Debbie KotcheyURL: http://punkiepies.etsy.comBlog: http://punkiepies.blogspot.com

*Business Description*I make and sell aprons and other accessories with modern bold fabrics.

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Recipe: Tijuana Tidits by Cʼest Chouette

*Ingredients*4 cups tortilla chips, broken into 1 1/2" pieces (or small round chips)3 cups Crispix cereal1 can (12 oz) mixed cocktail nuts1/2 cup butter or margarine1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 bag microwave popcorn popped (8-9 cups0, pick out kernels1 tablespoon chili powder1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

*Instructions*Preheat oven to 250 degrees FahrenheitCombine chips, cereal, nuts, and popcorn into a large roasting pan.Combine remaining ingredients in a small saucepan: heat to boiling.Pour heated mixture over cereal mixture in roasting pan; stir to coat.Bake 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes.Remove from oven and turn onto sheet of waxed paper to cool.

*Comments*A party favorite for every holiday.

Name: Sharon WollmanURL: http://www.cestchouettehome.comBlog: http://cest-chouette.blogspot.com

*Business Description*Uncommon Vintage Needlepoint Pillows for Well Appointed Homes

Recipe: Cream Cheese Mints by Cʼest Chouette

*Ingredients*1 - 3 oz package cream cheese3 cups powdered sugar Mint flavoring (to taste)Food coloringa pinch of saltGranulated sugar (in a small bowl)

*Instructions*Reserve 1/2 cup of powdered sugar.Mix ingredients and knead like bread dough until all are well combined. Add the reserved 1/2 cup powdered sugar. Chill for a bit.

Make small balls. Dip in granulated sugar. Press into mold and then unmold at once on waxed paper. Let set overnight. Can be frozen for storage and used at a later date.

*Comments*These are often used as wedding mints but are great for any occasion as there are so many mint molds available.

Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as opening our hearts. 

~ Janice Maeditere

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Recipe: Oatmeal Scotchies by Cottage Collections

*Ingredients*3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup white sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt3 cups rolled oats1 1/2 cups butterscotch chips

*Instructions*Preheat oven to 350 degrees*In a large mixing bowl beat the butter and sugars together. Add eggs and vanilla, beat well.Stir the flour, baking soda, and salt together. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture and mix until well blended. Stir in the oats and the butterscotch chips. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until light golden brown.

Name: Joyce LucasURL: http://www.cottagecollections.com

*Business Description*Unique and feminine web design.

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Recipe: Pistachio Salad by Shabby Shanʼs Cottage.

*Ingredients*1 box instant pistachio pudding (small)1 - 16 oz. can crushed pineapple1 - 8 oz. Cool Whip1 cup small marshmallows (more if desired)1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

*Instructions*In a bowl, dump box of instant pistachio pudding, can off crushed pineapple (including liquid). Stir and then add Cool Whip, marshmallows and nuts. Keep refrigerated.

*Comments*This is such a light and fluffy salad (or pudding). I always use chopped pecans but any kind of nuts will work. Cherries can also be used in this recipe.

URL: http://www.shabbyshanscottage.comBlog: http://www.shabbyshanscottage.blogspot.com

*Business Description*Shabby Shan's Cottage specializes in all things shabby and romantic. We carry handcrafted birdhouses, gift tags, vintage treasures and so much more.

I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.  ~ Charles Dickens

Recipe: The Grinch by Caroline Alexander.

*Ingredients*2 oz. midori½ oz. fresh lemon juice1 tsp. sugar syrup (1:3 ratio of water to sugar)

*Instructions*Bring to a boil for 5 minutes. Let cool in the refrigerator. Mix all the ingredients together and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with cherries.

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Recipe: Mini Roast Beef Sandwiches with Green Chile Mayo

*Ingredients*2 cans (8 count each) refrigerated biscuits2 tablespoons butter, melted1/3 cup mayonnaise1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes1/2 pound deli style roast beef, thinly sliced2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese

*Instructions*Preheat oven to 375 degrees (or whatever your can of biscuits says). Combine the seasoned bread crumbs and dried parsley in a shallow bowl.

Remove biscuits from the cans, and arrange on a large baking sheet. Use a pastry brush and coat the top of each biscuit with the melted butter, and then dip into the breadcrumbs.Place the baking sheet (breadcrumb side up)and repeat with the remaining biscuits.

Bake for 12 minutes or until the tops are a nice golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool enough to handle. Split cooled biscuits in half. In a small bowl, combine the chopped green chilies and mayonnaise.

Now it's time to assemble the sandwiches:

Place the bottom half of a biscuit on your work surface. Top with one or two slices of roast beef.

Spoon on two teaspoons of the mayo, and then some Monterey jack cheese.

Repeat with the remaining biscuits, roast beef, green chile mayo, and cheese. Put the assembled biscuit bottoms on a cookie sheet and back in the oven (still at 375 degrees) for about 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is all melted and gooey.

Cap the sandwiches with the biscuit tops, add a toothpick to secure, and serve.

*Comments*These little sandwiches are great to bring or serve at holiday party's such as New Year's Eve or any party you need to bring finger foods too.

Name: Debbie KotcheyURL: http://punkiepies.etsy.comBlog: http://punkiepies.blogspot.com

*Business Description*I make and sell aprons and other accessories with modern bold fabrics.

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Recipe: Carolʼs Banana Bread

*Ingredients*2 cups flour1 1/2 cups sugar1 1/2 cups shortening (such as butter-flavored Crisco)2 eggs5 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt3 ripe bananasTopping: mixture of 1/4 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons cinnamon

*Instructions*Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease 2 loaf pans. Combine flour and sugar, then add all other ingredients except topping items and mix with electric mixer. Pour batter into 2 greased loaf pans. Smooth tops. Bake for 10 mins. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture over top of bread.

Bake 35 minutes longer or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Name: Carol Jandreau - The Roseberry CottageURL: http://www.theroseberrycottage.com/Blog: http://theroseberrycottage.blogspot.com/

*Business Description*Antiques, Vintage Treasures and Romantic Cottage Decor.

Recipe: Holiday Brew by Cʼest Chouette

*Ingredients*3 oranges3 lemons1 oz cinnamon sticks1 tablespoon allspice1 1/2 quart water1 1/2 cup sugar1 gallon apple cider (fresh is best)

*Instructions*Wash oranges and lemons. Squeeze the oranges and lemons. Strain the juice add sugar and set aside. Put the orange and lemon rinds into a large sauce pan. Add the water, cinnamon, and allspice. Simmer for 2 hours. Remove and discard the rinds. Strain the spiced water. In a large pot, combine apple cider, juice/sugar mixture and spiced water. Heat to nearly a boil but do not let it boil. Serve hot.

Enjoy!

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Recipe: Orange Cake by Timeless Trends Boutique

*Ingredients*1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix1 (3 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix3/4 cup orange juice1/2 cup vegetable oil4 eggs1 teaspoon lemon extract

Glaze1/3 cup orange juice2/3 cup white sugar1/4 cup butter

*Instructions*1. Grease a 10 inch Bundt pan. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. 2. In a large bowl, you will want to stir together the cake mix and pudding mix. Make a well in the center and pour in 3/4 cup orange juice, oil, eggs and lemon extract. Beat on low speed until blended. Scrape bowl, and beat 4 minutes on medium speed. Pour batter into prepared pan. 3. Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. 4. In a saucepan over medium heat, cook 1/3 cup orange juice, sugar and butter for two minutes. Drizzle over cake. 5. Serve and enjoy!

*Comments*This cake is really simple to make and very delicious! :) If you love citrus flavors, you'll like this a lot!

Name: VirginiaURL: http://www.timelesstrendsboutique.com

*Business Description*At Timeless Trends Boutique, we sell unique vintage items, home décor, linens, kitchen items, candles, bath products, and so much more! Our store is located at: 21 E. Main Street -Thurmont, Maryland! You can also shop with us online 24/7 at TimelessTrendsBoutique.com for the latest in upscale vintage items and home decor! Our merchandise is always changing, so bookmark us and come back often!

Recipe: Party Salsa Dip

*Ingredients*1 8oz package cream cheese, softened 1 lb. ground beef1 package taco mix 1 jar salsa1 8 oz package of Mexican Blend Cheese

*Instructions*Spread the cream cheese on the bottom of a glass pie plate. Set aside. Cook the ground beef. Add the taco seasoning while the ground beef is cooking, drain if necessary. Layer the meat mixture on top of the cream cheese. Pour the salsa over the ground beef, spreading evenly. As a final step spread the cheese on top of the meat mixture and bake at 325* for 25 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Name: Pauline AntoineURL: http://www.chicnshabbycottage.com

Chic and Shabby Cottage, is where eclectic chic meets shabby cottage. Weʼre an online experience featuring beautifully inspired gifts, and vintage treasures.

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Recipe: Cranberry Orange Bread by Cottage Collections.

*Ingredients*2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg1/2 cup orange juice - Use juice of one orange and remainder OJ to make up the difference.Zest of 1 orange3 tablespoons softened butter1 1/4 cup fresh or frozen cranberries - also works well with dried cranberries. (reduce to 1 cup)1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

*Instructions*In mixing bowl, beat egg, sugars and butter. Add orange juice and orange zest. Spoon in flour mixture, (dry ingredients) stirring well. Fold in cranberries and walnuts (optional). Spoon into large greased loaf pan. Sprinkle with sugar.Bake at 325 degrees F for 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Serve with Orange Honey Butter.

Orange Honey Butter

1 stick of softened butter1 tablespoon of honey1/2 tsp orange zest

Mix all three ingredients until smooth. Place in small decorative container and let it sit for an hour or two so that the butter absorbs the flavor from the orange zest.

Somehow, not only for Christmas,But all the long year through,The joy that you give to others,Is the joy that comes back to you.And the more you spend in blessing,The poor and lonely and sad,The more of your heart's possessing,Returns to you glad.

John Greenleaf Whittier

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Recipe: Holiday French Toast by Cʼest Chouette

*Ingredients*1 loaf French bread 5 eggs1/4 cup milk1/4teaspoon baking powder1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 20 oz package frozen strawberries1 cup sugar1 tablespoon apple pie spiceCinnamon sugar

*Instructions*Cut French loaf into 8 thick slices. Combine eggs, milk, baking powder and vanilla extract. Pour over French bread slices. Cover and refrigerate overnight.In the morning, preheat oven to 450 degrees. Combine strawberries, sugar, and apple pie spice. Put in a greased 9x13" baking dish and top with the prepare French bread slices. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes.

*Comments*We make this every Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, or any brunch event. It is a family favorite.

Name: Sharon WollmanURL: http://www.cestchouettehome.comBlog: http://cest-chouette.blogspot.com

*Business Description*Uncommon Vintage Needlepoint Pillows for Well Appointed Homes

Recipe: Hot Beef Sandwiches by Cʼest Chouette

*Ingredients*4 lb. beef rump roast1 package aus jus mix2 cups water1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup brown sugar1/4 cup vinegar1/4 lemon juice1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

*Instructions*Put roast in a large covered bowl. Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and garlic salt and pour over roast. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 days.Remove roast from marinade (discard marinade) and put in crock pot. Mix aus jux mix and water and add to crock pot. Cook on low to medium for a 7-8 hours. Shred meat into sauce (it shreds nicely with a fork when fully cooked).

Serve on hoagie buns.

*Comments*Great for Super Bowl Sunday

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Recipe: Strawberry Pie by Savon Marie.

*Ingredients*1 Nilla pie crust1 box of strawberry jello1 box of cook and serve vanilla pudding4 cups of fresh strawberries sliced or quartered lengthwise, depending on size. You can save a few whole berries for ganish.1 1/3 cups of waterwhipped cream (optional)

*Instructions*Mix jello powder and pudding powder in a medium to large saucepan. You will need a saucepan large enough to add the strawberries. Add water to combined powders and heat over medium heat. The mixture starts out looking cloudy, but as it cooks, it turns clear red. Stir until the mixture bubbles and remove from heat. Stir in sliced strawberries making sure that they are all coated with the mixture.

Pour into pie crust and chill till set.

YOU CAN ALSO MAKE THIS HEALTHY! Use sugar free jello and sugar free, fat free cook and serve vanilla pudding. This is the only way I make it and it is luscious.

*Comments*I have had this recipe for years. Everyone loves it. I don't know where it came from originally, but when it was given to me I was told that when using the fat-free sugar-free options, the entire pie has only 6 Weight Watcher points. Iʼm sure that you wouldnʼt want the entire pie, but it is

delicious and does not do too much damage to a healthy eating plan. I hope you enjoy it.

Name: MarieURL: www.savonmarie.comBlog: www.savonmarie.blogspot.com

*Business Description*Savon Marie is know for our fine handcrafted soap. Our soap is made from natural and naturally-derived ingredients. When you purchase our soap, you have the option of choosing a hand-embellished gift box. We also offer lotions and body wash. Lovely affordable and thoughtful gifts are yours at Savon Marie.

Recipe: Easy Raspberry Holiday Punch by: Cottage Collections

*Ingredients*2 Liter bottle ginger-ale1 Can frozen pink lemonade1 Quart raspberry sherbet1 Bag frozen raspberries

*Instructions*Use clear glass punch bowl for presentation.Add GingeraleAdd frozen Lemonade - undilutedMix well to dissolve lemonade.Add raspberries - do not defrost before use.Spoon entire quart of sherbet in to punch - mix gently

Serve in clear cups

Enjoy!

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Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookies

*Ingredients*1 cup butter, softened1 cup white sugar1 cup packed light brown sugar2 eggs1 tablespoon vanilla extract3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

*Instructions*Preheat oven to 375 degrees F In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, add vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; spoon into the creamed mixture. When mixture is all combined, add chocolate chips. Use a small ice cream scoop for consistent size and shape.

Place onto ungreased baking sheets. I generally use parchment paper.

Bake 12 to 14 minutes 375* oven, or until lightly browned. Remember, cookies will continue to cook outside of the oven so donʼt overcook.

*Comments*If you prefer a crisper cookie. Substitute shortening for butter. My grandmother always made them this way, but I prefer them chewy.

Name: Joyce LucasURL: http://www.cottagecollections.comBlog: http://www.blog.cottagecollections.com

*Business Description*Uncommon Vintage Needlepoint Pillows for Well Appointed Homes

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