What Makes Ginger Cookies Seasonal

I don't know but I find something about ginger cookies that make it so sensational on the holidays, particularly Christmas and the New Year's. Perhaps it goes well with how the snow starts to fly in the air that the feel of baking something sweet and spicy starts to unveil.

I grew up with the smell of ginger cookies always in the air when the holidays are approaching, perhaps this tradition has what made me cherish ginger-spiced goodies too. I love its friendly spiciness and sweetness that is wholesome for all ages. I love the way the sugar sparkles on the outside hitting your tongue with that first hint of sweetness. My kids love them so much that they truly enjoy making the little dough balls and roll them in sugar.

Allow me to share to you my old-fashioned Ginger Cookie Recipe, it's very easy even my 6 year old boy does it himself!

Old Fashioned Ginger Cookies:

You simply have to mix ¾ cup butter and 1 cup of sugar. Add 1 egg and 4 tbsp light Molasses. Next is to add 2 cups of flour, 2 tsp soda, 1 tsp ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp cloves.

When all is set, preheat oven to to 350. Roll dough into small balls or drop from a teaspoon on a cookie sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes.

Now you can have the wonderful smell and taste of Old-Fashioned Ginger Cookie to match your hot cup of chocolate after your New Year's midnight bash!

Enjoy & A Happy New Year to you all!

Traditonal New Year's Dinner Table

Probably more food is consumed during the New Year celebrations than any other celebrations of the year. In some countries, families always prepare a vegetarian dish to symbolize good health. Although various ingredients would be root vegetables or fibrous vegetables, many people attribute some good superstitious beliefs in them.

Traditional New Year foods like filling the table with abundance of fruits are also thought to bring luck. Many cultures believe that anything in the shape of a ring is good luck, because it symbolizes “coming full circle,” completing a year’s cycle. Others believe circle symbolizes a coin, so it could bring one more money. For that reason, the Dutch believe that eating donuts on New Year’s Day will bring good fortune.

Many parts of the U.S. celebrate the new year by consuming black-eyed peas. These legumes are typically accompanied by hog jowls or ham, either one. The Southern States like Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, will always have the full blown full southern soul dinner or supper just steaming with money and luck.

No matter what food you are preparing, following the traditions of your heart is still the best choice for food on your New Year's table, after all it's the New Year's so welcome it with all your might!

May you all have a bountiful and peaceful New Year!