When we find that the days are approaching towards the next festive holiday or special occasion, we all get the dreaded feeling of not knowing what to give out as a great holiday gift idea. We worry that whatever it is that we choose for the person or people we have in mind, there is no way that they will be truly happy with what we bring. That is, until you remember the old saying that items made from the heart last a lifetime and are always the best gift to give.

1 (29 oz.) of pumpkin
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1 1/4 cups of sugar
3 teaspoons of cinnamon
1 teaspoon of nutmeg
3 eggs, well beaten
1 (12 oz.) can of evaporated milk

For The Topping:
1 box of yellow cake mix (not pudding mix)
8 oz. of pecans, chopped
1 cup of melted margarine

Combine pumpkin, salt, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs (well beaten) and evaporated milk.
Mix well and pour into greased 9 x 13 inch pan.
Sprinkle yellow cake mix on top, follow with chopped pecans and melted margarine.
Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour, turning off oven and leaving door closed until cool.

Choosing the right type of Christmas music for your children’s Christmas party is very important especially if your children are still very young. Very young children still rely on their parents to choose the right Christmas music for them so it is up to you to make their Christmas party lively and enjoyable.

Getting Your Children Involved In Finding The Right Christmas Music

Source: John J

2 cups of sugar
1 cup of water
1 tablespoon of butter or margarine
1 to 2 cups of peanuts
1 cup of light corn syrup
3/4 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of soda

Mix sugar and water, syrup in heavy cast iron skillet over moderate heat.
Heat until thermometer reaches 236 degrees (takes 15 to 20 minutes).
Add butter and salt.
Add soda last, stirring.
Pour into cookie sheet.