Italian Lemon Cookies for Christmas

Italian Lemon CookiesItalian Lemon cookies3/4 pound unsalted butter1 cup sugar8 large eggsZest 1 large lemon1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice4 cups all-purpose flour4 tablespoons baking powderpinch saltIcing:1 cup confectioner sugar2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juiceMilk as needed for consistencyDirections:1.      Preheat oven to 350F. Line a couple of baking sheets with parchment...

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Kale Salad for Christmas

Kale Salad1/2 pound fresh Kale (leaves only)1/3 - 1/2 cup crumbled Feta or goat cheese1/4 -1/2 cup soft sundried tomatoes1/4 cup toasted almond slivers1/4 cup golden raisinsBlack pepper to tasteDrizzle blood orange extra virgin olive oilDrizzle thick aged balsamic vinegarDirections:Clean the kale and pat dry. Pull the leaves only of the kale and place on a platter not a bowl. Be sure the leaves are...

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