Saturday, December 26, 2009

Christmas Paella



I made this fun and easy to make Paella for Christmas...here's for you to try!!

1/4 cup EVOO (extra virgin oil), 4 times around the pan
1/2 pound precooked chorizo, casings removed, cut into bite-size dice
3/4 pound chicken breast cutlets or tenderloins, cut into bite-size dice
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, fine chopped or grated
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 fresh or dried bay leaf
4 to 5 thyme fresh sprigs
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Salt and black pepper
2 1/2 chicken stock
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups Christmas shaped pasta (you can use rice or couscous)
1 cup sweet corn ( you can use frozen peas)
2 piquillo peppers or 1 roasted pepper, chopped
Fresh chopped parsley for decoration

Heat the EVOO in a deep skillet over medium-high to high heat. Add the chorizo and render some of its fat, 1 to 2 minutes, then add the chicken and brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the onions, garlic, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, thyme, and shrimp; season with salt and black pepper; and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more. Add the stock, turmeric and bring to a boil. add the pasta, corn and puiqillo or roasted pepper. Cover and turn off the heat. Removed the bay leaf and  thyme stems. Top each serving with fresh chopped parsley and Enjoy!!

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Santa is coming to town :)




Sneak peak at what's on my Christmas table...

Isn't this pasta cute!!

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Christmas Marshmallow Pops


You will need:

*melting chocolate (white & milk in any colors you want)
*Christmas sprinkles
*Marshmallows
*lollipop sticks (small or regular size)
*spoon (to stir the melting chocolate)
*Microwave safe dish (to melt chocolate)
*Wax paper and tray
*Cello bags & ribbons



 

How to:

Star by making lollipops using marshmallows and the lolli sticks. Once you have them ready, go ahead and melt the chocolate in the microwave. Cover each marshmallow pop and decorate right away using sprinkles, after you're done place each marshmallow pop in the tray making sure you have the wax paper on the tray...the was paper makes it easier to work with once they're completely dried. Repeat the steps with each marshmallow pop. Let them dry for at least 30 minutes. Wrapped as desired!!







Great stocking stuffers!!


and sweet treats for my neighbors :)

Treats for everyone!! family, friends, neighbors, & co-workers...


I went for snowflakes for everyone!!


lollipop cookie bouquet



Mini cookies on a stick! ...this for my post master :) always helping me with my Etsy shipping!!

Friday, December 18, 2009

I just treated myself to new cookie cutters!!!





I'm in love with the Red & Blue convo so I made some for my shop :)  ....I think they all look adorable, but my favorite it's the baby onesie!!

What are your resolutions for the New Year that's almost here?



I made these "Resolutions" cards to get inspired and take a look back at what I was missing  this year that is soon to be over...
 
Here they're by our window Christmas tree :) I'm almost done writing in them!!
Happy Holidays everyone :)

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Cupcakes are in the air...



 



 
 


Monday, December 14, 2009

Look what came on the mail this weekend !!!


I loveeeeeee this t-shirt. It was custom  made for me by stoopher from Etsy
It says Guapo which means "cute" in Spanish :)
I can't wait to see my boyfriend's face on Christmas he loves Spanish!!

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Congratulations to Melissa!!!

She will receive a sample of Christmas cookies by FunFavors for the holidays!!

Thanks for participating :)

Monday, December 7, 2009

Some stocking stuffers!!!


A few nights ago my boyfriend and I went to Asbury Park...an old town with a vibe of a mini Brooklyn//Manhattan ..you can find a ton of boutiques, coffee shops, fun stores like "Flying Saucers" a retro kitchenware store...if you're a baker//cook like moi...you must check it out!!
 Look at this cute mold!! you can make anything with them...it's an ice cube tray!!
We are giving this on Christmas as a stocking stuffer to my boyfriend's brother's girl...she is gonna go crazy...she's all about skulls

Apple Timer!!


This Boot stuffer is for my Boyfriend's mom...she would love it!! it's a stainless steel timer in apple shape ...I actualy want to keep it :D
This item and lots of more fun stuff were found at this store in Asbury Park, NJ...if you're local I def recommend to give it a try !!
You'll find it inside "Shoppes at the Arcade"

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

EatDrinkChic Giveaway!!


Look what I found today!! A great Giveaway...if you always wanted to learn how to screen printing...on baby steps this is a great kit!! more info on this if you visit this cool blog...I attached the link for you to go now!!!
I already left my comments :D

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Gifts for your loved ones, or the hostess on your next Holiday dinner!!


Get these cute sweet ornaments on my shop!!

Christmas cookie set


Get yours on my shop!!

Sugar cookies decorated with fondant


Get this sweets here:FunFavors

Noel Giveaway!!


Would you like to receive a sample of my cookie ornaments!!! Then go and post you comment!!
All you have to do is live your name and e-mail address and attach the link of your favorite item on my shop!!! www.FunFavors.etsy.com
Good Luck!!
Winner will be announce Friday, Dec.09.09
 

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