Peppermint Bark

     It doesn't seem like the holidays unless I make peppermint bark.  I keep it in the freezer and when I want a cool holiday treat, I grab a couple pieces of bark and pop them into my mouth.  They are delicious and they give you minty fresh breath.  This is the easiest recipe on the planet to make and it does not take a lot of effort.  I like to use white chocolate for this recipe but you could use dark chocolate if you like it better.  It is a nice addition to the Christmas dessert table on a pretty plate. 

Peppermint Bark:

1 box candy canes
1 pkg white chocolate almond bark

Crush the candy canes with a hammer until you get small pieces.  Melt the chocolate in a glass measuring cup in the microwave for one minute.  Stir.  Keep melting one minute at a time until the chocolate is smooth.  (Make sure that you stir every 30 seconds so the chocolate does not burn.)  Stir the crushed candy into the melted chocolate.  Place several pieces of wax paper on the table or kitchen counter.  Pour the chocolate mixture on the wax and let harden for several hours.  Break into pieces and store in the freezer. 

Rosemary Peppermint Foot Scrub

     I thought you might like a gift idea for the holidays.  I made this today and it smells really good.  It is super easy to make.  Enjoy!

Rosemary Peppermint Foot Scrub:

2 c sea salt
1/4 c jojoba oil
1/4 c olive oil
1 t rosemary
6 drops peppermint essential oil
4 drops rosemary essential oil

Mix ingredients in a large bowl.  Put in glass jars.  To use: massage into feet & rinse