cookies

Embracing the Hygge Life!

The last few weeks (and days) have been challenging as we read the headlines and adjust to a new norm that requires us to practice social distancing during a global health pandemic. I’m trying to focus on the positive and thought it would be fun to share a HYGGE INSPIRED ROUNDUP since everyone is spending a lot of time at home!

Hygge is a Danish term that has become popular in recent years. While difficult to translate to a single word — it often involves good food + drink, warm, cozy things like socks + blankets + slippers, and spending time with people you love in the comforts of home.

Here are some simple and cozy ideas to do while we all spend more time at home…. now where did I put those socks?

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Vegan Zucchini Almond Bread

Coconut Curry Butternut Soup

Challah Bread (last recipe in my 1st book, The Forest Feast)

Cauliflower Gratin

Pear Sauce (like apple sauce, but with pears!)

I love burning natural beeswax candles, like these made in Colorado.

I love burning natural beeswax candles, like these made in Colorado.

Baking is certainly a warming way to spend an afternoon. This cookie recipe is part foraging and part baking…. you can use edible flowers or try it with fresh herbs! I once asked my produce department at my local grocery store to order edible flowers and they did so (for free!) within 2 days. But you can also order some online or grow your own.

Here’s Leela Cyd’s Floral Sugar Cookies. Also check out her book Tasting Hygge!

Photo Credit + Recipe © Leela Cyd

Photo Credit + Recipe © Leela Cyd

Happy Cozy Cooking!

xx

Erin

Ginger Cookies

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In the Fall (or anytime, really) I love the flavors of warm spices like cinnamon and cloves… Chai tea, Cider (or Chaider!) on a foggy morning- so cozy and comforting. Add some spiced ginger cookies, and I am set! Last night we had them on the deck with a cocktail at sunset. So very Fall!

I found this great recipe for chewy Ginger Cookies in the new Better Homes & Gardens Baking Cookbook. Click on over to my full post on their website for the recipe and more photos. It’s a good one!!

By Erin Gleeson, The Forest Feast