What all should go in my Christmas gift baskets?

Oct 25, 2008 by Alana is here! *5/20/09* | Posted in Christmas

So, my husband is a little tight on money that we try to put all the money we can for our toddler on the road.

However, this does not make me jump for Christmas, just to be a little creative. I decided that for our families, we make fun and delicious filled Christmas baskets. So I need as much creative and delicious ideas you have! I already thought of fudge, hot chocolate, ginger bread men, etc., but what else could make this basket perfect for our moms and dads? Thank you!

Chocolate Truffles
http://www.joyofbaking.com/ChocolateTruf fles.html

Mint Chocolate Brownies
http://www.joyofbaking.com/barsandsquare s / ChocolateMintBrownies.html

Raspberry Filled Shortbread
http://www.joyofbaking.com/shortbreads/R aspberryWhiteChocolateShortbreads.html
Chessecake Squares
http://www.joyofbaking.com/barsandsquare s / CheesecakeSquares.html

This is a must for our family, you can make several flavors and colors and attach different colored pieces in cellophane for a festive look.yummy * too *

Broken Glass Candy
icing sugar
3 3 / 4 cup granulated sugar
1 1 / 4 cup light Karo syrup
1 cup water
Food coloring
1 teaspoon aromatic oil (available at pharmacy
in flavors such as cinnamon, anise,
Wintergreen, spearmint, lime)

Sprinkle icing sugar on 2 (15 x 11 inch) baking sheets.

Mix sugar, Karo syrup and water in heavy saucepan and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Continue to cook, without stirring, until syrup reaches 290 degrees F on candy thermometer.

Remove from heat and add food coloring to desired intensity and the desired oil flavoring. Pour onto cookie sheets, cool and break into small pieces.

Makes 2 1 / 4 pounds.

Oct 25, 2008 | by Puppy Love

Chocolate Truffles
http://www.joyofbaking.com/ChocolateTruf fles.html

Mint Chocolate Brownies
http://www.joyofbaking.com/barsandsquare s / ChocolateMintBrownies.html

Raspberry Filled Shortbread
http://www.joyofbaking.com/shortbreads/R aspberryWhiteChocolateShortbreads.html
Chessecake Squares
http://www.joyofbaking.com/barsandsquare s / CheesecakeSquares.html

This is a must for our family, you can make several flavors and colors and attach different colored pieces in cellophane for a festive look.yummy * too *

Broken Glass Candy
icing sugar
3 3 / 4 cup granulated sugar
1 1 / 4 cup light Karo syrup
1 cup water
Food coloring
1 teaspoon aromatic oil (available at pharmacy
in flavors such as cinnamon, anise,
Wintergreen, spearmint, lime)

Sprinkle icing sugar on 2 (15 x 11 inch) baking sheets.

Mix sugar, Karo syrup and water in heavy saucepan and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Continue to cook, without stirring, until syrup reaches 290 degrees F on candy thermometer.

Remove from heat and add food coloring to desired intensity and the desired oil flavoring. Pour onto cookie sheets, cool and break into small pieces.

Makes 2 1 / 4 pounds.
Oct 25, 2008 | by Jacki-O-says Trick -or-Treat



What other Marinated Cheese recipes can I put in my Christmas Gift Baskets?

Nov 11, 2008 by Peace | Posted in Cooking & Recipes

Someone gave me the idea to include Olive Oil Marinated Feta Cheese in my gift baskets that already include: Homemade pickled garlic, homemade honey butter, rum butter, bread, and Rice Crispy treats.

I loooove the Feta cheese idea however, I found out that feta cheese is pretty exspencive. Do you think i can use Cheddar or jack? Or do you know a similar recipe for something along the same line as marinated cheese?

How about:

Marinated Mozzarella

1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon parsley, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup strong olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Cut the mozzarella into 1-inch cubes. Place in a bowl. Add the parsley, basil, oil, and lemon juice and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

Nov 11, 2008 | by MB


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