Sunday, December 12, 2010

Linzer Hearts

Ding Dong the sickness is finally gone!  I got all kinds of Christmas-like in the kitchen today.  I made a gingerbread cake that dated back to the 19th century.  It was really interesting.  Great texture, moist but really really strong in flavor.....a gallon of molasses.  My daughter and I thought is was a nice history project anyway.  So, we decided we had to made something very yummy to get the molasses taste out of our memories.  These cookies did the trick.  Little yummy German Christmas cookies.  I love them with raspberry jam in the center but the cookbook recommended dipping half of the cookie in melted chocolate.  Either way they are great!

Friday, December 10, 2010

Easy Pork with Hoisin Sauce

I am so ready to be Christmasy but life keeps getting in the way.  I want to bake some yummy cookies and make crafts with my kids.  Sadly, we have been dealing with illness and tons of business travel.  This weekend all that will change....I hope.  I found this recipe on the Food Network website.  It can not be easier or more tasty.  My kids and I loved it.