What I Love: Paw Print Dog Treats

Merry Christmas!

Why not bake your dog a treat for Christmas?!! :)

These are super cute and extra easy. 

Paw prints made with melted carob and peanut butter, yummy for your dog/puppy.

He or She will be sure to be thankful for them.

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Total Time: 2:35 Hrs:Mins

Makes 36 dog treats

Dog Treats:

1 cup brown rice flour

1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter

1 egg

1/4 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)

1 teaspoon dried parsley

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Toppings:

1/2 cup carob chips

2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

Heat oven to 300°F. In large bowl, stir Dog Treat ingredients until soft dough forms.

Divide dough in half. Using brown rice-floured rolling pin, roll each half to 1/4 to 1/8 inch thick on brown rice-floured surface. Cut with 1 1/2-inch round cutter. On ungreased cookie sheet, place cutouts about 1 inch apart. Use fingers to press paw print indents in cookies.

Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until dry and golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.

In small microwavable bowl, microwave carob chips and peanut butter uncovered on High 30 to 45 seconds or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Spoon into resealable food-storage plastic bag. Use kitchen scissors to cut 1/8-inch hole in corner of bag. Squeeze bag to pipe carob mixture in paw indents of cookies. Allow cookies to stand at room temperature about 1 hour or until carob mixture is set.

Store in dog treat jar at room temperature up to 3 weeks.

Makes 36 dog treats

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker® Kitchens:

Check with your vet to make sure that these dog treats fit into your dog's diet. Be sure to check the recipe for any known foods or ingredients your dog may be allergic to.

Be sure to use carob chips--chocolate is harmful to canines.

For longer storage, store these dog treats tightly covered in the refrigerator or freezer.

For a gift for all of your four-legged friends, put together a bag of these crunchy cookies and a new squeaky toy—they'll love it!

Nutrition Information:

1 Serving (1 Dog Treat)Calories 35(Calories from Fat 15),Total Fat 1 1/2g(Saturated Fat 1/2g,Trans Fat 0g),Cholesterol 5mg;Sodium 10mg;Total Carbohydrate 5g(Dietary Fiber 0g,Sugars 1g),Protein 1g;Percent Daily Value*:Exchanges:1/2 Starch;0 Fruit;0 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;0 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:1/2;*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Recipe & Image from: www.bettycrocker.com

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What I Love: Ginger Hard Apple Cider

Happy Holidays!
Here is how to make this Fruity, Sparkly, & Bubbly cocktail that's perfect for entertaining!

Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 15 Minutes
Makes: 12 servings

1/2 cup bourbon or brandy
3/4 cup ginger-flavored liqueur
1/4 cup clear orange-flavored liqueur
1/2 cup pure maple syrup Several dashes aromatic bitters
4 bottles (12 oz each) hard apple cider, chilled
Ice chunks or ice cubes, if desired
Red apple slices

In pitcher or punch bowl, mix bourbon, liqueurs, maple syrup and bitters. Slowly add hard cider.
Carefully add ice. Garnish with apple slices.
Makes 12 servings (2/3 cup each)

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker® Kitchens:
Ginger-flavored liqueur is a sweetened spirit flavored with ginger. It can be found at specialty liquor stores.
Bourbon is an American corn-based whiskey while brandy is a liquor distilled from wine or other fermented fruit juice. Either works great in this recipe, so use your favorite!
Regular ice cubes are great for individual drinks but melt so quickly that they tend to water down large punch-sized drinks. Avoid watered-down punch by using large chunks of ice or, nesting the punch bowl or pitcher in a larger bowl of ice.
Cider is just pressed from fruit, most often apples. The fresh juice is called sweet cider; fermented juice is called hard cider. For this recipe, we used hard cider found in most liquor stores.

Nutrition Information:
1 Serving (1 Serving)Calories 150(Calories from Fat 0),Total Fat 0g(Saturated Fat 0g,Trans Fat 0g),Cholesterol 0mg;Sodium 5mg;Total Carbohydrate 18g(Dietary Fiber 0g,Sugars 12g),Protein 0g;Percent Daily Value*:Exchanges:0 Starch;0 Fruit;0 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;0 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:1;*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: www.bettycrocker.com

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Books With Simi (Review) - "Savory Pies" By Greg Henry

Hey Everyone!
Good afternoon and welcome to Books With Simi.. today's review will be on the book released November 2012, titled "Savory Pies" By Greg Henry.

Delicious Recipes for Seasoned Meats, Vegetables and Cheeses Baked in Perfectly Flaky Crusts
By Greg Henry
BAKED DELIGHTS PACKED WITH HEARTY FILLINGS AND AMAZING FLAVORS

Starting with everyone’s favorite ingrediant—delicious pie crust—this collection of culinary creations offers 75 ways to turn a handy pie into a satisfying snack or delectable entree. The unique recipes in this book transform the simple pie into a culinary experience with such treats as:

Ideal for new cooks and experienced chefs alike, the easy-to-follow recipes offer step-by-step instructions and scrumptious color photos. This book showcases pie varieties from nations far and near with new twists on old favorites and unusual treats for more adventurous bakers.

Paperback with 192 pages.
A unique and very handy book to have on hand to create many different types of Pies!
My favorite recipe from it is "Grilled Eggplant Flatbread".
I give this book my SimiSodaPop Stamp Of Approval!


So be sure to check out this book at your local bookstore or online below at..
www.ulyssespress.com


FTC:
Book Provided By Ulysses Press.


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Special 26 - Hindi Film - Releases Official Trailer

Check out the just released the Official Trailer for upcoming Hindi Film titled Special 26.

Watch the official trailer of "Special 26" which releases on 8th February, 2013.

Special Chabbis is an upcoming Bollywood heist drama film directed by Neeraj Pandey of A Wednesday fame. The film stars Akshay Kumar and Kajal Aggarwal in the lead roles with Jimmy Shergill, Manoj Bajpai and Anupam Kher in supporting roles. The film is based on a real life group of con artists who pulled off many clever robberies during 1980's, they robbed famous businessmen & politicians by pretending to be the CBI or Income tax officers, on the pretext of conducting raids they would take away all the black money hoarded by them, the film also takes its concept from the real-life daring where the same group posing as CBI officers executed a daylight income tax raid on the Opera House branch of Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri in Mumbai, and disappeared with jewellery worth lakhs. The movie is set in the early 1980's.

(From BollywoodHungama.com):

Genre:
Action,Crime


Cast Crew:

Akshay Kumar
Kajal Aggarwal
Manoj Bajpayee
Anupam Kher
Jimmy Sheirgill
Rajesh Sharma
Mukesh Bhatt 1
Deepraj Rana
Divya Dutta
Neeru Bajwa


Directed By:
Neeraj Pandey

Produced By:

Shital Bhatia
Kumar Mangat Pathak


Music By:

Sunidhi Chauhan
Bappi Lahiri
M.M. Kareem
K K
Aman Trikha
Shabab Sabri
Shreya Ghoshal
Chaitra Ambadipudi
Keerthi Sagathia
Papon





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What I Love: Chocolate Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake

Good Morning!
Here is a warm and delicious recipe for you, Chocolate Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake.
This is sure to get your guests at your holiday party talking about your dessert choice!

Prep Time: 40 Minutes
Total Time: 9:35 Hrs:Mins
Makes: 16 servings

Crust:
2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs (35 to 40 cookies)
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted

Cheesecake:
4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup Gold Medal® all-purpose flour
4 eggs
4 tablespoons bourbon
1/2 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1 1/2 teaspoons aromatic bitters
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted

Toppings:
1/2 cup caramel topping
2 teaspoons bourbon
Dash aromatic bitters
Toasted pecans, if desired

Heat oven to 300°F. Grease 9-inch springform pan with shortening or cooking spray. Wrap outside bottom and side of pan with foil to prevent leaking. In small bowl, mix Crust ingredients. Press mixture in bottom and 1 inch up side of pan. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool 5 minutes.
In large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed just until smooth and creamy; do not overbeat. On low speed, gradually beat in sugar, then flour, then eggs one at a time, just until blended. Remove half of the cream cheese mixture (about 3 cups) into another large bowl; reserve.
Into remaining cream cheese mixture, stir 2 tablespoons of the bourbon, the pumpkin, 1 1/2 teaspoons bitters, the ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg with whisk until smooth. Spoon over crust in pan. Into reserved 3 cups filling, stir 2 tablespoons bourbon, the vanilla and melted chocolate; pour over pumpkin layer directly in middle of pan. This will create layers so that each slice includes some of each flavor.
To minimize cracking, place shallow pan half full of hot water on lower oven rack. Bake cheesecake 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes or until edges are set but center of cheesecake still jiggles slightly when moved.
Turn oven off; open oven door at least 4 inches. Leave cheesecake in oven 30 minutes longer. Remove from oven; place on cooling rack. Without releasing side of pan, run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes. Cover loosely; refrigerate at least 6 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
Run knife around side of pan to loosen cheesecake again; carefully remove side of pan. Place cheesecake on serving plate. Stir together caramel topping, 2 teaspoons bourbon and dash bitters. To serve, drizzle with caramel and sprinkle with pecans. Cover and refrigerate any remaining cheesecake.
Makes 16 servings

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker® Kitchens:
The key to a smooth top on a cheesecake is using the correct oven temperature and bake time and beating the cream cheese mixture just until smooth.
Bitters are an intensely flavored blend of aromatic herbs, barks, flowers, seeds and roots. It is used in small amounts to flavor cocktails or foods. It comes in a variety of flavors and can be found at most liquor stores.

Nutrition Information:
1 Serving (1 Serving)Calories 470(Calories from Fat 250),Total Fat 28g(Saturated Fat 15g,Trans Fat 1g),Cholesterol 115mg;Sodium 350mg;Total Carbohydrate 47g(Dietary Fiber 1g,Sugars 34g),Protein 7g;
Percent Daily Value*:Exchanges:2 1/2 Starch;0 Fruit;1/2 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;5 1/2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:3;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: www.bettycrocker.com

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CAUDALIE PARIS - Vinosource S.O.S Thirst Quenching Serum

Hi Beauties.
Today's feature is:
Vinosource S.O.S Thirst Quenching Serum by CAUDALIE PARIS.
Moisturizing and Soothing (Grape Water) in this lightweight formula.
An oil-free serum that hydrates your skin so well, leaving you feeling refreshed!
Restore its moisture balance and leaves skin feeling soft and supple.
Nicely scented.
Keep in mind you only need a little drop and it works well.

From Sephora.com:
While polyphenol antioxidents provide protection against UV rays and free radicals. Gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin, this serum is an ideal base for moisturizer, allowing for deeper penetration that will leave skin refreshed, hydrated, and comfortably soft. 

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Phthalates

For best results, use with Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet.

HYPOALLERGENIC, Non-Comedogenic and Oil Free, which makes it perfect for all skin types.
I like the product packaging, it's very clean and sleek, with a brand image/design thats very crisp!


Check out CAUDALIE PARIS at:
www.caudalie-usa.com
www.facebook.com/Caudalie


FTC: Product provided by CAUDALIE.

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Obsessed With... LUSH - Santa's Hat Knot Wrap

Santa's Hat Knot Wrap from LUSH.
Another Holiday product here.
This Knot-Wrap is made from 100% post-consumer recycled materials.
It has also been featured in this months SimiSodaPop LUSH reviews.
Use it to wrap up stocking stuffers, gifts or holiday packages in Santa's Hat.
I think this knot wrap is so cute!
Be sure to pick up a couple before the holidays are over!


So be sure to check out their website below to shop online or find your local shop:
www.lush.ca
www.lush.com
www.facebook.com/lushcosmetics
www.twitter.com/lushcosmetics


FTC: Product provided by LUSH.

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What I Love: Caramel Apple Crisp Tarts

Happy Wednesday!

Hope you all are having a great day.

Check out this recipe that would be perfect for a holiday brunch or Christmas Breakfast treat!

Indulgent breakfast pastry meets warm and cozy apple crisp in these decadent, doable tarts.

Prep Time: 25 Minutes

Total Time: 50 Minutes

Makes: 8 servings

Cinnamon Filling:

1/3 cup packed brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter, softened

Pastry:

2 cans (8 oz each) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

Crisp Topping:

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

3 tablespoons Gold Medal® all-purpose flour

1/3 cup old-fashioned or quick-cooking oats

1/3 cup chopped pecans

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

3 tablespoons butter, melted

Apples and Caramel:

1 1/2 cups chopped apples

1/2 cup caramel sauce, warmed

Heat oven to 375°F. Line two 15x10x1-inch pans with cooking parchment paper. In small bowl, mix Cinnamon Filling ingredients; set aside.

On work surface, unroll 1 can of dough into 1 large rectangle; press into 13x7-inch rectangle, firmly pressing perforations to seal. Spread filling over rectangle.

Unroll second can of dough; press into 13x7-inch rectangle, firmly pressing perforations to seal. Place over filling; press dough onto filling. Cut dough lengthwise into 8 (13-inch) strips. Twist each strip 5 or 6 times, pressing loose filling into dough. Shape each into a coil; place on pan about 2 inches apart.

In medium bowl, mix Crisp Topping ingredients until crumbly; set aside.

Bake first pan of dough about 9 minutes or until set. Place chopped apples over center of each tart, using up half of apples. Spoon half of crisp topping evenly over apples, pressing slightly. Repeat with second pan of dough, remaining apples and crisp topping.

Bake each pan 10 to 12 minutes longer or until deep golden brown. Drizzle caramel sauce over warm tarts; serve warm. Cover and refrigerate any remaining tarts.

Makes 8 servings

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker® Kitchens:

Make and bake ahead! Just reheat in the oven at 350°F on parchment paper-lined cookie sheet 5 to 8 minutes.

For best baking results, bake each pan of tarts separately on oven rack positioned in center of oven.

Nutrition Information:

1 Serving (1 Serving)Calories 490(Calories from Fat 200),Total Fat 23g(Saturated Fat 10g,Trans Fat 0g),Cholesterol 20mg;Sodium 580mg;Total Carbohydrate 67g(Dietary Fiber 2g,Sugars 41g),Protein 3g;

Percent Daily Value*:Exchanges:1 Starch;0 Fruit;3 1/2 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;4 1/2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:4 1/2;

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Recipe & Image from: www.bettycrocker.com

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CAUDALIE PARIS - Vinosource Quenching Sorbet-Crème

Hi Beauties.
Today's feature is:
Vinosource Quenching Sorbet-Crème by CAUDALIE PARIS.
A crème that intensely moisturizes dehydrated and sensitive skin.
It's perfect with my skin and I like that it's natural and hydrates really well, and leaves skin soft and smooth! :)
Great for all skin types, even the hypersensitive ones.
It's lightweight and absorbs quickly, also has a soft scent not overpowering at all.

From (Sephora.com):
Packed with Caudalie's famous grape seed polyphenols, these powerful antioxidants stimulate microcirculation and help skin to maintain hydration. Chamomile enriches this quick-acting formula to soothe and calm the skin. Next generation peptides provide desensitizing and painkilling effects.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Dyes
- Petrochemicals
- Phthalates
- GMOs
- Triclosan

HYPOALLERGENIC.
I like the product packaging, it's very clean and sleek, with a brand image/design thats very crisp!


Check out CAUDALIE PARIS at:
www.caudalie-usa.com
www.facebook.com/Caudalie


FTC: Product provided by CAUDALIE.

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LUSH - Bûche de Noël - Facial Cleanser

Bûche de Noël - Facial Cleanser from LUSH.
Another Holiday product here.
Contains Ground Almonds, Fresh Satsumas, Cranberries, Cocoa Butter, Brandy, Almond Oil & Nori Seaweed.
I love the strong Almond scent for this holiday facial cleanser.
Nice and exfoliating (because of the ground almonds),
Leaves skin fresh feeling and works great!


So be sure to check out their website below to shop online or find your local shop:
www.lush.ca
www.lush.com
www.facebook.com/lushcosmetics
www.twitter.com/lushcosmetics


FTC: Product provided by LUSH.

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What I Love: Snow Angel Elf Cookie

Hey Everyone!
Check out how to make this Snow Angel Elf Cookie "delicious as he is mischievous".
So cute and perfect for a holiday party!

Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Total Time: 1:25 Hr:Mins
Makes: 16 servings

1 pouch Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix
Butter and egg called for on cookie mix pouch
1 container Betty Crocker® Whipped fluffy white frosting
Red food color
2 tablespoons Betty Crocker® Whipped chocolate frosting
2 blue mini confetti sprinkles

Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. Make cookie dough as directed on pouch. Press dough in bottom of pan.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 30 minutes.
Place about 3 tablespoons white frosting in each of 2 small bowls. Leave 1 bowl white for mittens, collar and hat trim; add very small amount red food color to other bowl to make pink for face. To remaining white frosting, stir in enough red food color to make bright red for hat, body, arms, legs and mouth. Chocolate frosting will be for hair and blue sprinkles for the eyes.
Using sharp paring knife, cut cookie into shapes as directed on diagram. Place cookies on serving platter in elf shape. Frost and decorate elf as desired, using photo as guide.
Makes 16 servings

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker® Kitchens:
Use the diagram as a guide for cutting out the body pieces, adding your own creativity to make the elf however you’d like.
When decorating, use the photo as a guide, and add your own fun to it! Use your favorite seasonal candies to make your creation come to life.

Nutrition Information:
1 Serving (1 Serving)Calories 280(Calories from Fat 120),Total Fat 14g(Saturated Fat 6g,Trans Fat 2 1/2g),Cholesterol 25mg;Sodium 160mg;Total Carbohydrate 39g(Dietary Fiber 0g,Sugars 27g),Protein 1g;
Percent Daily Value*:Exchanges:1/2 Starch;0 Fruit;2 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;2 1/2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:2 1/2;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: www.bettycrocker.com

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Holiday Shimmer And Shine With London Drugs - Lancome

Hey Everyone!

Here is a my 2nd feature for my "Holiday Shimmer And Shine Beauty With London Drugs" series.
Check it out here: If you missed the first one.
This feature it will showcase a perfect Bronzer from the brand Lancome.
Here are my thoughts on it and I recommend it for you to add to your makeup collection for the Holidays!

Lancome - STAR BRONZER NATURAL GLOW Long Lasting Bronzing Powder:
A lightweight, long-lasting bronzing powder.
I really like the simple yet bold look of the packaging!
This sheer and silky powder delivers a gorgeous very natural sun-kissed glow perfect for any season.
A very smooth and workable texture, goes well with my skin and blends nicely.
Leaves you looking radiant and tanned.

Also:
This product is: suitable for all skin types, allergy tested, free of oil and fragrance, non-comedogenic.


Interested in these products?
To find the London Drugs nearest to you, visit them on their official site at:
www.LondonDrugs.com


FTC: Product Provided by London Drugs

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LUSH - Glögg - Shower Gel

Glögg - Shower Gel from LUSH.
Another Holiday product here.
I love Lush's holiday products and this one has easily became a favorite!
Contains Organic Red Wine (loaded with beneficial anti-oxidants and minerals) to wake you up in the morning and and Brandy, Cinnamon and Clove Bud to add a little spice and warmth for those cold winter mornings.
It also contains nutrient and vitamin rich Orange Juice to cleanse and tone tired skin.
The scent is perfect for both men and women, it's a very bold, spicy and relaxing scent.
I really like this one, so be sure to check it out because it's Limited Edition!

A great gift for your family members for the holidays.


So be sure to check out their website below to shop online or find your local shop:
www.lush.ca
www.lush.com
www.facebook.com/lushcosmetics
www.twitter.com/lushcosmetics


FTC: Product provided by LUSH.

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What I Love: Elf and Friends Gingerbread Cookies

Hey Lovelies!
Check out this recipe on how to make Elf and Friends Gingerbread Cookies, perfect paired with Elf Food!

Prep Time: 1:15 Hr:Mins
Total Time: 1:15 Hr:Mins
Makes: 24 cookies

1 pouch Betty Crocker® gingerbread cookie mix
Butter, water and egg called for on cookie mix pouch
1/2 container (1-lb size) Betty Crocker® Rich & Creamy vanilla or creamy white frosting
Few drops red food color
1 bottle (2 oz) Betty Crocker® Decorating Decors red cinnamon candies
2 blue mini confetti sprinkles
Betty Crocker® black decorating gel (from 0.68-oz tube)

Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, water and egg until soft dough forms.
On generously floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut with 2 1/2-inch gingerbread person cookie cutter. On ungreased cookie sheets, place cutouts 2 inches apart. Using a bit of remaining dough, create elf hat by cutting triangle 1 inch long. Place hat on top of head of 1 gingerbread cookie.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
In small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of the frosting with food color to desired red color. Place remaining frosting into decorating bag fitted with round tip. Pipe white frosting on cookies. Use red frosting, sprinkles and decorating gel to decorating the 1 elf’s hat and face. Decorate all with cinnamon candies.
Makes 24 cookies

Make the Most of This Recipe With Tips From The Betty Crocker® Kitchens:
You can bake the cookies and store them undercoated tightly covered in the freezer for up to two months.
Where's the elf? Surprise the kids with a playful elf cookie hanging out with his gingerbread friends.
Can't find gingerbread cookie mix? This recipe can also be made with Betty Crocker® molasses cookie mix.

Nutrition Information:
1 Serving (1 Cookie)Calories 160(Calories from Fat 60),Total Fat 7g(Saturated Fat 3g,Trans Fat 1g),Cholesterol 20mg;Sodium 160mg;Total Carbohydrate 24g(Dietary Fiber 0g,Sugars 15g),Protein 1g;
Percent Daily Value*:Exchanges:1/2 Starch;0 Fruit;1 Other Carbohydrate;0 Skim Milk;0 Low-Fat Milk;0 Milk;0 Vegetable;0 Very Lean Meat;0 Lean Meat;0 High-Fat Meat;1 1/2 Fat;Carbohydrate Choices:1 1/2;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.


Recipe & Image from: www.bettycrocker.com

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I Love It Forever: Silly Lips - Natural Lip Balm Line - Fun Retro Packaging - Cool Inspiration

Hi Beauties.
Today's feature is:
A brand new product in the market, it's called Silly Lips.
They are a wicked set of 3 lip balms with retro design that I'm in love with!
Adds moisture and a little color without drying out your lips!
In three fun scents "Tasty Tracy hint of Peach Coconut", "Bangin Bekah hint of Sugared Strawberry" and "Kinky Katie hint of Vanilla Mint". All enriched with Shea Butter, use it alone or on top of your favorite lip color to lock in moisture and add shine.
Very natural lip balm and has made it into my favorites of all time for lip balm.
Ultimate gorgeous product packaging.. LOVE the retro ladies design and all three scents are PERFECT!
I cannot wait to see more scents hopefully release in the future for this brand.
It would be perfect for a birthday gift or for goody bags at your party, wedding or bridal shower and bachelorette party, even baby shower, don't forget to pick some up for stocking stuffers!! :)

Leila Larsen
Founder/President:
silly lips™ was created in Leila’s kitchen 6 years ago. Her obsession with lip balm and lip gloss led her to formulating many different recipes and finally ended with the PERFECT combination. Her friends and family encouraged her to start the company after excessive requests for this special balm. She decided she was going to have 3 different flavors, but also wanted to add a fun twist to the packaging. She asked her closest friends, Tracy, Bekah and Katie, what their favorite flavors were and then she named the balms after them.

“The best part is that anyone can relate to these 3 different and unique girls. So, can you see yourself as one of the girls? OR maybe you have a little of each girl inside of you?” 

These are a great quality lip balm and such a fun new look on lip balm right? :)


Check out Silly Lips at:
www.sillylips.com


FTC: Product provided by Silly Lips.

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Beauty Pop: LORAC - Sweet Temptations - Eye Shadow Collection

Hey Dolls!
Today is a review of a Limited Editon Holiday collection from the brand LORAC.
It's their Sweet Temptations - Eye Shadow Collection.
Collection an assortment of 4 palettes features delectable eye shadow shades for eyes, very divine.
* Indulge In White Chocolate - Dramatic Eye Shadow Palette
* Satisfying Toffee Crunch - Natural Eye Shadow Palette
* Tease Me Truffles - Plum Eye Shadow Palette
* Tantalizing Dark Chocolate - Bronze Eye Shadow Palette

I'm in love with this collection of eye shadows, it will satisfy any eye shadow fan's craving.
I love the "Sweet Temptations" collections that LORAC has released this Christmas, I can't wait to see what they release next year! The Candy/Chocolate theme is great!
So gorgeous to put on your vanity, very luxurious!
My favorites are "Tease Me Truffles" & "Tantalizing Dark Chocolate".
The colors are very pigmented and long wearing, smooth and great quality.

It's a great gift giving beauty item to give your family and friends for the holidays!
They will be sure to love it!
Keep in mind this is a ULTA exclusive product, but you can find a similar collection at Sephora with a additional 2 palettes which are for Lips & Cheeks. :)


So be sure to check out their website below to shop online or find your local shop:
www.loraccosmetics.com
www.facebook.com/LORACcosmetics
www.twitter.com/LORAC_Cosmetics


FTC: Product provided by LORAC.

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