Christmas 101

Everyone knows that the holidays are hectic—but Rick Rodgers, cooking teacher and bestselling cookbook author, knows that they don't have to be. Christmas 101 offers the busy cook carefree ways to entertain with surefire recipes of old favorites, menus, timetables, make-ahead tips, and more. Rodgers will help you throw fabulous cocktail parties and traditional buffets, cook a perfect roast, and spice up your favorite recipes with a contemporary twist. You'll also learn how to make classic breads, candies, and desserts that are the tokens of this special time of year. With patience, kindness, and humor, Rodgers will help you to cook up the very best holiday season yet.

101 Christmas Minis -- Book 2 (Leisure Arts #5523) is packed with petite cross stitch designs by Holly DeFount of Kooler Design Studio. These traditional holiday designs are wonderful for finishing as ornaments or using to embellish other decorations and gifts. Designs portray Nativity scenes, Santas, snowmen, florals, toys, elves, stars, candles, greetings, pets, music, and more. When stitched on 18-count fabric, they all fit inside a 2 -inch diameter opening. Full-color charts and basic cross stitch diagrams and instructions are included.

Where is Christ in Christmas? Is the true meaning of Christmas fading when compared to the shining lights, glittering ornaments and mountains of gifts? Reviving the True Meaning of Christmas: 101 Ways to Get the Message Out is a collection of unique ideas to simply and inexpensively renew the meaning of Christmas in our religion-neutral world. By recognizing deficiencies in spirit, knowledge, and relationships, Doug Dauntless presents specific recommendations to counter these increasing shortages. Imagine experiencing more than just a holiday this Christmas season. Reviving the True Meaning of Christmas offers effective measures you can take to make the holidays a true celebration of Christ. Doug Dauntless gives us specific, practical, creative ways to get the meaning out. Join me in incorporating some of them into my Christmas season. Pamela Reeve Author, Faith Is These innovative, simple and inexpensive ideas should prompt all Christians to reclaim one of the most important celebrations of all time Deena Creamer Owner, Creamer Communications

Everyone knows that the holidays are hectic—but Rick Rodgers, cooking teacher and bestselling cookbook author, knows that they don't have to be. Christmas 101 offers the busy cook carefree ways to entertain with surefire recipes of old favorites, menus, timetables, make-ahead tips, and more. Rodgers will help you throw fabulous cocktail parties and traditional buffets, cook a perfect roast, and spice up your favorite recipes with a contemporary twist. You'll also learn how to make classic breads, candies, and desserts that are the tokens of this special time of year. With patience, kindness, and humor, Rodgers will help you to cook up the very best holiday season yet.

Did You Know… Included in the original roll call of Santa’s reindeer were Dunder and Blixem? The concept of the nativity scene can be traced back to Saint Francis of Assisi in 1223? There are only ten US cities that have better than a 90% chance of having a white Christmas each year? These and 98 other fascinating insights await in this celebration of the customs, entertainment, food, and festivities associated with Christmas. Learn the origins of some of the most popular Yuletide traditions and dispel some of the biggest myths and misconceptions surrounding the season. After reading these incredible facts, you will come away with some interesting trivia to share at your next holiday party and far more important, gain a greater appreciation for God and the true meaning of Christmas.

100 easy, fun recipes--with menus and timetables for stress-free entertaining--to put you in the holiday spirit! Your tree is up and decorated, the carolers are singing, and there's just one thought on your mind: How am I going to get Christmas dinner on the table and still have enough energy to plan that New Year's bash? Rick Rodgers, cooking teacher and author of the bestselling Thanksgiving 101, once again takes you by the hand to help you entertain (and still be entertaining) during this hectic season. Christmas 101 features 100 of Rick's never-fail recipes, from holiday classics such as egg nog, glazed ham, and gingerbread cookies, to contemporary ideas such as Shrimp Bisque with Confetti Vegetables, Prime Ribs, and Apple Shortcakes with Brandied Cream. And since the holiday season keeps going long after the last Christmas present is opened, there are plenty of New Year's ideas, from an intimate dinner for four to an open house buffet for the entire neighborhood. Whether you're a novice preparing your first holiday dinner or an experienced cook seeking new ideas, Christmas 101 is all you'll need. Learn everything you need to know about Christmas cookie making, with detailed instructions on baking, storing, and mailing Create the flavors of the season, from spirited drinks like hot buttered rum and spiced punch to holiday goodies like special breads and homemade candies Save time with soup-to-nuts menus and detailed timetables for holiday parties, from an all-dessert "Nutcracker Sweets" party to a tree trimming buffet Christmas 101 has holiday entertaining all wrapped up, with enough festive recipes to keep you celebrating all year long.

How to make 101 wondrous Christmas items.

Did you know that an old tradition in Scandinavia tells of a Yule Goat who wanders around villages ensuring people have properly prepared for Christmas and demanding presents from everyone? Or that in 1659 it was illegal to celebrate Christmas in Massachusetts? What on earth is a Turducken? And how many Christmas tree farms are there in America? The answers to all of these questions and more can be found in this excellent quick-read guide to Christmas. Whether you're Santa himself, or just a typical elf interested in finding out more about this fantastic time of the year, then this book containing over one hundred fascinating facts is perfect for you!

A colorful, fun-filled book packed with exciting projects that can be kept and enjoyed or given as gifts.