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Neelam

Sweets

Almond Snowball Cookies

December 23, 2015

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I love simple cookies around the holidays, probably because some of my favorite moments over the holidays are those shared over a cup of chai (traditional Indian tea) with my family.  So a cookie that pairs well with chai, or coffee is always a winner.

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Double Chocolate Biscotti

December 20, 2015

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For me (and my friends and family) the Holiday Season and Biscotti are virtually synonyms.  They are my favorite cookies to make at this time of year and my favorite from the kitchen gifts to give.  So much so, people in my world have started to expect them!  And I am happy to oblige!

Biscotti is a classic Italian cookie that often appears more impressive than it is, which is part of the reason I love them so much!  They are virtually impossible to mess up, the more rustic the better!

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Cranberry Orange Bourbon Cocktail

December 18, 2015

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I have always loved the idea of an Old Fashioned, there is something understatedly sophisticated about it.  And I especially admire women who drink them!  They are far to strong a drink for me, so I was thrilled to come across this take on the Old Fashioned by The Little Epicurean.  A fruitier, mellower drink, perfect for the holidays and entertaining!

The process may seem involved, but it’s worth the work and the Simple Syrup and Brandied Cranberries will keep for weeks.

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