Peppermint Brookies

This is a recipe that I received via email from Weelicious.com and I have not had a chance to try it. It is definitely on my "must make" list for the holidays and I plan to make it soon. It looks super yummy and I know my family will devour it. I wanted to share it with you all in case you are looking for a new cookie recipe this holiday season. Enjoy!

http://weelicious.com/2016/12/08/peppermint-brookies-recipe/

Homemade Hot Cocoa

I am reposting a recipe that I included in the PTA Newsletter last year. I think it's a great one to have on hand during the Winter. Hopefully you and your family can enjoy this yummy recipe over the holiday break.

How to Make Homemade Hot Cocoa

Ingredients

·         ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

·         ½ cup granulated sugar

·         ⅓ cup hot water

·         ⅛ tsp salt

·         4 cups milk (Dairy or non-dairy)

·         1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1.    Combine the cocoa, sugar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan.

2.    Over medium heat, stir constantly until the mixture boils. Cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute.

3.    Stir in the milk and heat, but do not boil.

4.    Remove from the heat and add vanilla; stir well. Serve immediately.

recipe from MOMables.com

Facts and Myths About Holiday Weight Gain

The holiday season is here and with it comes food, food, food! It's always such a struggle to eat healthy and stay on a regular exercise routing at this time of year. I came across this article from Health.Com about holiday weight gain and thought it was interesting and wanted to share it with you all.

http://news.health.com/2013/12/19/5-myths-and-facts-about-holiday-weight-gain/