Christmas APPLE MUFFIN MIX

2 c Self rising flour
1/2 c Sugar
1/4 c Brown sugar
1 ts Cinnamon
1/4 ts Nutmeg
1 c Chopped dried apple
Mix: Combine and store in an airtight container.


Attach this to the Jar:
1 pk Mix
1 Egg
3/4 c Milk
1/4 c Vegetable oil
Preheat oven to 400. Mix all ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased muffin
cups 3/4 full. Bake 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown

Thrifty Santa APPLE, CINNAMON, WALNUT OATMEAL MIX

1 package {7 oz.} dried apples
1 container {18 oz.} quick-cooking oats
1 jar {3 oz.} non-dairy creamer
1/2 cup firmly-packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Place dried apples in a processor; process until finely chopped. Add remaining
ingredients and process until well blended. Store in airtight container. Give with
serving instructions. Makes 7 1/2 cups mix; about 15 servings.

ATTACH TO JAR OR CONTAINER: Stir 2/3 cup boiling water into 1/2 cup oatmeal
mix until well blended. Let stand until thickened.

A pretty bow and you have the perfect gift idea..

AMARETTO COFFEE CREAMER

3/4 cup non-dairy coffee creamer
1 tsp. almond extract
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
3/4 cup confectioners sugar
Combine all ingredients in a container with a tight fitting lid. Shake well to
blend. Store in airtight container and give creamer with the recipe for Amaretto
Coffee. Yields 12 servings.
Attach to the jar:
Amaretto Coffee: In a mug, combine 2 tablespoons of creamer with 6 ounces of
coffee.

Christmas Gift Idea for Someone who likes to Barbecue

Use an apron with pockets for a basket and fill the apron pockets with:

Marinade recipes.

BBQ sauce.

BBQ tools.

packages of meat tenderizer.

Skewers.

A gift certificate for the local butcher.


This is sure to bring a smile to the barbecue enthusiasts face.

Christmas Gift Basket Ideas for the Vegetarian

Fill a basket, pot or large bowl with:

Your favorite recipes hand printed on recipe cards

Assorted dried beans.

Brown rice.

Sun-dried tomatoes.

Spices: oregano, thyme, basil, garlic powder, etc..

Mixing spoons.

Pot holders.


This makes an awesome personalized gift.

Christmas Gift Basket for the Chili Lover

Fill a stew pot or pottery casserole dish with:

Assorted dried beans: kidney, black, white, navy, Pinto, etc.

Dried red chili peppers

Chili powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, cilantro

Chili recipes

A ladle

Oven mitts


This makes an awesome little gift basket.

The Wine lovers Christmas Gift Basket

Fill a basket with:

Two bottles of quality wine, one red, one white.

A corkscrew

Two or more wine glasses

Tickets or an invitation to a wine tasting ( often held at wine specialty shops or wineries)

Add snacks to go with the wine - fine cheese, fruit, crackers, etc.

This basket is sure to bring a big smile to their face.

Christmas Gift Ideas for the Cookie Lover

Use a cookie tin for a basket and filled it in with:

Your favorite cookie recipes or a cookbook

Cookie-cutter set

Chocolate chips

Nuts

A decorator icing set

Assorted sprinkles

Everybody loves cookies in this gift is sure to please.  :)

The Ice Cream Sundae Gift Basket

Fill a basket with:

An ice cream scoop

Gourmet sauces

Sprinkles

Cones

Maraschino Cherries

Assorted nuts

Sundae glasses and spoons

Coupons for gourmet ice cream

This makes an awesome gift that anyone is sure to appreciate.

Gift Basket For the Pasta Lover

A wonderful Christmas gift basket for the pasta lover.

Use a large pasta bowl for a basket and fill the bowl with:

A package or two of gourmet pasta

Tongs.

A package of sun dried tomatoes.

A collection of your favorite pasta recipes and printed on recipe cards

and/or a pasta cookbook

this is an easy and affordable gift idea that someone will actually enjoy and use.