Rachelle's Reading List, Thursday Dec. 22nd, 2011

Festive Holiday Recipes for the Disaffected 20-Something Lady! It's called the mean season for a reason. But don't let that seemingly perfect, perky co-worker's holiday party from last weekend get you down! Check out these amazing holiday recipes easy enough to pull off and a FU to your totally put together friends down the hall. [Vanity Fair]

Here are some non-denominational recipes designed to minimize stress and maximize, let’s say, health. Created with brevity, simplicity, and alcohol in mind, they’re perfect for young people who suddenly find themselves in a house full of food but bereft of adults willing to cook it for them.