The Christmas Spirit

The Christmas Spirit

Holly Punch

Thanks to all my friends and the fun baby shower they threw for me last week! I had a blast. Karen Hyde brought this delicious slush that we just couldn't get enough of, she said I could share it with all of you! You have to try this for your next party! MMM, wishing I had some right now!

Ingredients:

1 quart cranberry juice
1 cup sugar
1cup water
1 cup red hot candies(do not substitute anything else)

Bring to a boil slowly in a large pot while stirring. Once the candies are dissolved, add the rest.

46oz. can pineapple juice
6oz. lemonade concentrate
6oz. OJ concentrate

Stir together, pore into large tupperware or a couple of zip-locks and freeze.

To serve, shave off "slush", mix with 7up!

Cheesy Spinach Dip

Thanks to Karen Schneiter for this yummy dip, its a little twist on an old stand-by.

Ingredients
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 envelope dry vegetable soup mix (Knorr)
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 C grated cheddar cheese
1/2 C real bacon bits/ pieces. (I use the Hormel brand ones you find at Costco)
Directions
In a medium bowl, mix together spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, dry vegetable soup mix, water chestnuts,green onions, cheese and bacon. Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 2 hours before serving. Serve with crackers, chips, or sliced baguette.

Tis the Season...

For parties! Does it seem like you are having to take a dessert or an appetizer for everything this month. I thought I would share some of my favorites for just such a gathering So here goes.

Thanksgiving Hangover

Hope everyone had a tasty Thanksgiving surrounded by loved ones. We sure did! If you had success with any of the recipes please leave a comment and tell us what you thought!