Foodie Bloggers Roundup #28

50 Cute and Tasty Christmas Cookie Ideas

It's not too early to start baking for the holidays. Here are some Christmas cookie ideas and recipes from Linette to get you started.



Cookie Pops Are Fun to Create with Your Kids

… and they make wonderful Christmas gifts.



Risotto with Red Peppers and Sausage

Risotto is the basis for many wonder meals: here's one with red peppers and Italian sausage! Cyndi also provides the link to her basic (more detailed) risotto directions – for those who’ve never made risotto.



Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes

These mashed potatoes are creamy, fluffy and garlicky -- everything good mashed potatoes should be. And they're perfect for holiday entertaining.



March of the Penguins Cheese Ball

There will be smiles all around when your guests glimpse these cute little penguins marching around the cheese ball igloo submitted by my crafty sister, Eileen, at The Artful Crafter.



Walking Can Reduce Chocolate Cravings

But why on earth would you want to?



Rhinestone Robots

Come and meet the Rhinestone Robots, a set of serving dishes made from recycled parts! Now I wish I had saved all those old fondue pots. These kitschy kitchen kreations are wacky and adorable. What great conversation pieces for a party.



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