Part of the routine here to get ready for Christmas is baking. Jeff has put in his usual requests for shortbread and fruitcake and I will do my new usual Bailey’s truffles, yum.
I created a Christmas baking lens with other favorites we have made regularly in the past called A Sweet Christmas. I have also created three other baking lenses: Pineapple Cake, Lemon Meringue and Lavender Cookies; all of which I recommend you try.
Have a great week!
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