Blog: 'Tis the Season to be Baking!

By Michael Ann Riley

With the holiday season in full swing, you're probably busy with shopping, decorating, attending parties and... the list goes on. 

Like you, I can sometimes feel overwhelmed by my holiday to-do list, but the one thing I always make time for in December is baking. I love to make a variety of sweet treats for my family, but I also like to make trays and tins to give away to friends and other people who are important in my life.

Baked goods and homemade candy make wonderful gifts! With a small amount of effort and cash, you can put together a lovely package of delectable goodies to show your appreciation for others such as teachers, doctors, the vet and the mail carrier.  

Small tins, baskets and cellophane bags make great gift containers and can be purchased inexpensively at The Dollar Store. Add a pretty ribbon or bow and a gift tag, and you have a lovely gift to present!

If you want some baking ideas, I have some wonderful holiday recipes on my blog, The Big Green Bowl.  Here is one for Super Easy Rocky Road to get you started. Have fun, and I wish you  the happiest of holidays!!

- Michael Ann