Christmas in the Kitchen
Posted on December 21, 2016 in Parenting
Have I mentioned that I love food all the time and especially at Christmas? Some of my favorite Christmas traditions involve food and the kitchen! My sister, mom, and I began our “holiday baking day” before either Cara or I were married. We have laughed together, sampled each delectable bite, and made precious memories. My mom’s last baking day was in December of 2010, but Cara, our daughters, and I have carried on with mom’s sweet laugh always near in our thoughts.
I have passed the tradition on to my sweet grand-girl, Bayler, and last year she received her apron!
We also have a Christmas tea each year for Madi and my nieces and a few of their friends. Finger foods, desserts, and different hot teas are in order with gift exchanges and giggles.
My favorite dishes for Christmas morning are Rhodes Cinnamon Rolls and a crock-pot breakfast casserole. Both of which can be prepared the night before. I decided years ago, that I would not miss the family time to linger near the tree on Christmas morning, because our breakfast had to live up to Martha’s standards. Food and the kitchen have a unique way of fostering fellowship…may your Christmas be filled with full tummies, tables, and hearts.
My Favorite Christmas Crock-Pot Recipe:
Gigi’s Christmas Breakfast
1 lb sausage (browned)
12 eggs
1 cup milk
salt & pepper
1 pkg (2 lbs) hash browns O’Brien potatoes with diced onions and peppers
1 tomato diced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Brown sausage. In a large bowl, beat eggs together with milk, salt & pepper, stir in sausage. potatoes O’Brien, tomato, and cheese. Spray crock-pot with cooking spray, pour in egg mixture. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Serve with sour cream, salsa, or ketchup.
A few more fun Christmas in the kitchen ideas:
Serve a red and green themed meal.
Eat “reindeer droppings” for breakfast (donut holes!).
Make edible Christmas trees out of upside-down ice cream cones, green frosting, and sprinkles.
Decorate a gingerbread (or graham cracker) house.
Invite a few friends over for a cookie decorating party.
Melt chocolate into Christmas molds.
Make eggnog and serve with freshly grated nutmeg.
My love,
