For the Love of Baking

 On Cyber Monday, I got a screaming deal on a Kitchenaid Mixer.  I've been dying to get one, so when it finally showed up on my doorstep, I couldn't wait to use it.  We are headed to Idaho this weekend to celebrate Christmas with my family.  I decided to make these little beauties.......

White chocolate gingerbread cookies

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and these......

Hot cocoa cookies

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Holy Yumminess!  They were every bit as delicious as they look.  I always thought I didn't like to bake......now I realize I just didn't have the time to bake.  I spent all day Friday just baking away and I had the best day ever!  I love discovering new recipes and trying them.  I now consider myself a full fledged baker and can't wait for my next day of trying out new recipes.