Mince pies and Christmas pudding aren’t the only sweet treats served at Buckingham Palace, of course. Luckily for those of us not dining with the Royals this holiday, a palace pastry chef has revealed (via the Official Royal Family Website) another one of the Queen’s festive favorites — gingerbread biscuits. And the secret recipe has been shared online for you to try. With only a few ingredients, it’s the kind of recipe you can whip up last minute with ingredients you already have if you’re behind on your holiday baking. Of course the decoration on the biscuits at Buckingham Palace will be the definition of perfection, while the rest of us are left to struggle with keeping the lines straight, but none-the-less, it will be fun to have a taste of one of the things the beloved monarchy loves most at her Christmas table. One tip offered by a royal…
Overnight gingerbread oatmeal recipe
When it’s cold outside, it can be hard to leave the comfort and warmth of those blankets. But with a big bowl of gingerbread oatmeal waiting for you, you won’t be able to wait until morning. This slow cooker oatmeal is an easy make-ahead option for mornings because you can set it the night before and have it ready by morning. The smell alone will have you leaping out of bed. Oatmeal keeps well too, so individually portion out the leftovers, and microwave it all week long for a practical, healthy and fun breakfast Monday through Friday. Whether you make this gingerbread oatmeal for Christmas morning or make a big batch for a snowy winter Sunday brunch, it’s sure to be a hit. Oatmeal is naturally heart-healthy so it’s a nutritious way to start any day — just choose your toppings wisely. Walnuts and a touch of whipped cream is way better than loads of butter.…
Gingerbread crepes are tasty alternative to weekend pancakes
Crepes are a tasty alternative to Saturday morning pancakes. And what’s better? They only take about 20 seconds to make each one, so in no time you have stacks of crepes ready for everyone to dress up with their favorite toppings. It’s December, so gingerbread-flavored everything is in full swing. These crepes are Christmassy in taste without being too sweet. (For added sweetness add fruit and yogurt.) The whole wheat flour makes them slightly healthier than your go-to pancake recipe, so no shame in adding a bit of additional maple syrup. And clean up is next to nothing, since all ingredients get whipped up in a blender. Enjoy everyone’s favorite taste of the season, gingerbread, in crepe form. Crepes Makes about 8 crepes Ingredients 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup low fat milk (or your favorite milk product) 2 eggs 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon cloves 1/4 teaspoon…
Food-themed ugly Christmas sweaters for all your holiday get-togethers
It’s the month of December and that means way too many holiday parties. If you need to spice things up a bit, but don’t want to get decked out in a full Santa suit or jingly elf costume, these throw on fleeces and sweaters are the perfect option. And bonus points because they celebrate your undying love of junk food. Festive Pizza Party Print Feeling saucy? This brilliant long sleeve T shirt has all the pizza toppings your whole party could ever want. TACO TIME SWEATSHIRT Red tomatoes and green lettuce — tacos were practically made for Christmas. Show your love of Taco Tuesday any day of the week with this fashionable item. Gingerbread Rage Great anytime you want to make your fellow party-goers laugh. Gingerbread hits the icing a bit too hard. Cookie Monster Christmas Sweatshirt This charming sweatshirt featuring everyone’s favorite cookie monster, who obviously hates this holiday because…