Category: Gifts
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Thumbprint Cookies
Fill these oat and nut cookies with your favorite fruit juice sweetened jam. We think strawberry, raspberry and apricot jams are particularly good.
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Classic Sugar Cookies
Dress up these simple cookies with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of icing. If you don't have cookie cutters, you can form dough into two 8- to 10-inch ropes before chilling, then cut into 1/2-inch thick slices before baking.
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My Fruity Nutty Chocolate Valentine
We call this recipe a Valentine because of its high ratio of heart-healthy nuts. Plus, by using simple ingredients with no artificial colors and flavors you show you care. Package the completed treat for your Valentine in a pretty container with a love note…and a reminder not to eat it all at once because you want to love them through a long, healthy life!
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Chocolate Mocha Sugar Cookies
Dust these cookies with equal parts powdered sugar and sweetened cocoa powder, if you like.
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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix
Spoon this hot chocolate mix into jars to give as gifts, or keep some on hand in your own pantry for chilly afternoons. For a burst of flavor, try steeping a bag of mint or almond tea in the mug along with the hot chocolate.
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Spiced Gingerbread with Coffee and Molasses
This rich, dark holiday bread is perfect as is. But if you’re in the mood to dress it up, serve warm slices with a scoop of raspberry sorbet, dollop of lemon curd or smear of lowfat cream cheese.
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Homemade Dried Fruit and Herb Tea
Ginger and mint make this comforting mix particularly good for settling stomachs after the indulgence of holiday meals. Give this fragrant gift in small cloth bags or tins and include our downloadable gift tag with the following instructions: Steep 2 tablespoons with 1 cup hot water for 3 to 5 minutes, then strain. Sweeten with honey or agave nectar, if you like, and enjoy!
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Irish Oatcakes
These crunchy, hearty oatcakes are terrific eaten like crackers with savory or sweet accompaniments. Sprinkle with either salt or sugar before baking, then serve alongside soups and stews for dipping or spread with jam and enjoy with a cup of tea for breakfast or an afternoon snack. They also make a great gift. Package them for gift giving with our downloadable gift tag.
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Cranberry Barbeque Sauce
Brush roasted or grilled chicken, beef, pork or vegetables with this tangy-sweet barbeque sauce or use as a sandwich spread on hot winter sandwiches or grilled cheese. Double this recipe easily to make multiple gifts for friends, and package for gift giving with our downloadable gift tag.
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Sugar-Dusted Whole Wheat Graham Crackers
If you don’t have raw sugar on hand for sprinkling over the graham crackers before baking, substitute regular cane sugar. Serve these sweet treats with mugs of hot chocolate or tea or use to make old-fashioned s’mores. Package these for gift giving with our downloadable gift tag.
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