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    North Pole Hot Chocolate with Peppermint Whipped Cream

    One of my favorite things to do with the kids during Christmas time is to walk around all the ‘lit up’ neighborhoods in San Diego. There are so many neighborhoods that go all out with Christmas lights, it’s unbelievably impressive! We get bundled up and of course, bring a jug of hot chocolate. I’ve recently mastered my hot chocolate recipe and it is a winner! It’s decadent, smooth, and satisfying! It truly hits the spot. The kids also consider this a magical drink because they think it’s from the North Pole. Let’s get warm and cozy! Ingredients for Hot Chocolate: 2 cups Bittersweet chocolate chips or chocolate pieces. (Please use…

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    Authentic Chicken Tortilla Soup

    It’s soup weather! There’s nothing like having a hot pot of soup simmering on the stove just waiting for you. My favorite kind of night is when I can put on my pajamas, light a fire, and sink into my cozy couch with a hot bowl of soup. It’s the best! And what makes it even better is when my kids actually like it! Now, that’s the avocado on top. Get it? Kinda like the cherry on top of a sundae? You get it. Okay, so obviously if you look online for a Chicken Tortilla soup recipe you will instantly be overwhelmed with about a million and one recipes to…