Halloween Part 1: Spooktacular Treats

If you have school-aged children at home, you know it is that time of year again - the week before Halloween.  There is an excitement in the air while markers and cardboard boxes work overtime to design and create your little monster's alter ego for the 31st.  And, of course being a mother of a Grade 6er also implies that Halloween baking for the impending Friday afternoon chaos is at hand.  It gives me chills just thinking about it!  I am very happy to be the supplier of treats as opposed to the teacher dealing with 25 ghosts, goblins and Lady Gaga's on a sugar rush!

The Goods is meant to be a one-stop shop to help you simplify your busy and demanding life, though events like Halloween often demand hours of mad creativity on par to the creation of Frankenstein, the commitment of Dr. Jekyll and the steadfastness of Martha Stewart herself.  So what to do to satisfy your little one's need for a spooky treat when you are still trying to clean up those damn pumpkin seeds after some handy carving that settle in the most unusual places?  I'd recommend heading to Martha's site for some great ideas with tested-until-they-are-blue-in-the-face recipes!  I have to admit, some look quite overwhelming and time consuming, but one look through her Halloween recipe catalogue and you will be inspired to tackle one more thing for your child's Halloween delight.  Take a look

http://www.marthastewart.com/

(Easy enough brownie coffins - I think this is my choice this year!)

(Meringue bones for the little ghouls)

                                            (Simple dulce de leche filled chocolate cookies)

(A fun project to let loose your child's creativity)

(Cupcake witches - the scary green-faced kind!)

Whatever your poison, if you are in need of some creative ideas for your Halloween party for adults or children, Martha Stewart's website is a fantastic one stop site.  Her creative kitchen team are sure to impress, and pending your level of courage and enthusiasm, there is something there for everyone.  It beats Pilsbury's premade chemical sugar cookies and it doubles as some great bonding time with your family!

Enjoy!