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Since I’m still sitting on my backside waiting to find a job (I had a 2nd interview for one yesterday, and I’m hopeful), I haven’t really been in a “festive” mood. I did put up my Christmas tree this past weekend. But I’ve been putting off even thinking about baking Christmas goodies. That is until today. I already have a bunch of the ingredients that I need for things. And I do still have money left in my checking account (and more in savings), so I can get the other things I need. Besides, Christmas baking is kind of my tradition. And it may be the only thing I have for gifts, depending on the outcome of my recent interviews.

I made up my list this afternoon as to what I’m making.

• chocolate no bake cookies
• peanut butter blossoms
• pecan tassies
• peanut brittle (made in the microwave)
• butter cookies (made w/ cake mix)
• peanut butter cups

I also have a recipe for truffles that I made last year. They turned out pretty good. I’m debating if I want to make them again this year. I also might make some spritz cookies. It all depends on if I feel like dealing with my cookie press. I always get a lot of pressure built up in it and get frustrated. I didn’t use it last year. I’ll have to wait and see if I do this year.

One thing that I wish I had was a krumkake iron. I LOVE those things. I looked around last year, but they cost more than I’m willing to pay. My Mom knows someone who has an iron, and usually borrows it … after I badger her into it. :biggrin: She’s also the one who makes rosettes. I just don’t have the patience to stand over the hot grease to make them. But boy do I LOVE eating ’em. LOL