Food52's Automagic Holiday Menu Maker
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Kim F.
November 7, 2020
I love to make hard toffee with chocolate on top-sometimes with crushed pecans sprinkled on top. (Sometimes not!) Easy to make, just has to be watched carefully. I also love to give Harvest Loaf-with pumpkin, spices, chocolate chips and pecans in it.
Holly E.
November 7, 2020
I give gluten free baked goods: shortbread, Russian tea cakes, salted caramels, peanut butter cups, granola, Needhams, peppermint patties and homemade vanilla.
Mary P.
December 1, 2018
Lots of jam I made all year, Christmas cookies, hot fudge sauce, granola, and, now, preserved lemons.
A
July 11, 2018
Better years late than never,.. I'm going to make Vanilla Sugar for my friends and family.
Pamela F.
December 1, 2015
Bite size shortbread cookies in tiny christmas shapes; sea salt sprinkled homemade
caramels and now Meyers preserved lemons! Thank you for a great website!!!
caramels and now Meyers preserved lemons! Thank you for a great website!!!
Pam R.
November 28, 2015
I am definitely making the preserved lemons (in fact, I made a small practice jar from your video today). They are amazingly expensive at the supermarket, and once we learned about them, we haven't been able to do without them. I'll definitely try your tuna/fennel salad, and I want to recommend this fantastic, easy chicken dish (from food52, in fact, at http://food52.com/recipes/35813-canal-house-s-chicken-thighs-with-lemon ). My husband took one taste and knew that preserved lemons needed to be stirred into farro -- lovely and subtle. I'd love to learn more ways of using them
T-Bone6
December 8, 2014
How long do the preserved lemons last once you have opened the jar? Do you store in refrigerator once opened?
Posie (.
December 8, 2014
They should last about a year! I usually store them in the fridge, but if you are planning on using them soon, you can just store them in the pantry or anywhere at room temperature.
Wendy
November 30, 2014
Definitely, s'mores in a jar with a twist as gifts for my friends and colleagues - layer of crushed graham crackers, marshmallows, crushed oreos, salted caramel and repeat. Eat together for an unforgettable party in your mouth! :)
erinsk
November 30, 2014
Already made: tomato ginger chutney. Still to make: cranberry syrup, hot cocoa mix, marmalade. And maybe bacon?
Caroline B.
November 30, 2014
We will be giving spiced vodka, french styled baguette, bakers pate, & Xmas mince pies made from figs, ginger, dark choc, spices, and brandy. Looking forward to putting these together for our friends.
Cynthia
November 30, 2014
I usually go with cookies! Might venture into bread this time. Or those assembled cookies in a jar that you dump out, add liquids, bake, and ta-dah! Fresh cookies/brownies!
Jennifer C.
November 30, 2014
I was trying to decide between pickles, something baked (cookies or bread), or some type of bath salt, but this looks quite tempting!
Rebecca W.
November 30, 2014
I'll be making peppermint butter mints. And now probably preserved lemons, too.
Dobie99
November 30, 2014
this year, my people will be getting my Holiday Homebrew Pack, consisting of 2 bottles each of my home brewed Gingerbread Ale, Spiced Bourbon Stout, and Dry Cranberry-Cider
jennifer
November 30, 2014
I made some delightful canned peaches I may share, some raspberry jam, and red & green peppermint meringues! I love edible gifts. The hard part is always finding the jars to put them in because no one gives them back! (how to can your own peaches or other fruits -- http://www.budgetepicurean.com/healthy/home-canned-peaches/)
Smedette
November 30, 2014
Gifts in jars this year: vanilla extract, infused oils, and hot-buttered rum batter.
Marcia S.
November 30, 2014
Apple, peach & pear butters; homemade liqueurs especially coffee (a la Kahlua) and chocolate orange (a la Sabra), although now I'm going to have to track down an "Irish Cream" recipe too, as I'd not heard of that one before until the earlier post, since it's a personal favorite of mine.
Cialina N.
November 28, 2014
I'm planning to make banana bread this year, but I'm open to suggestions!
Nancy
November 28, 2014
I'm making homemade marshmallows in snowflake shapes and flavoring some with peppermint or chocolate.
Tierney
November 27, 2014
I'm going to make matzoh crunch for my co-workers this year, and dulce de leche for family.
ceqca
November 27, 2014
Oh, I'm definitely going to try the preserved lemons. But I usually also make a herbal blend with dried herbs from my garden and some kind of flavoured salt like porcini or citrus salt.
Leigh
November 27, 2014
Well of course I'm making preserved lemons! Hopefully I'll try some Meyer lemons as well as the usual type. Plus, new adventures in first-time coconut jam, or Kaya, which is like a lemon curd but with coconut. Frankly there must be a way to make it Lemon Kaya and all would be right in the world. Spiced nuts and homemade "nutella" round things out. Those and a luxurious bath :)
Cristina M.
November 26, 2014
We're making amaretti cups! This could be a fun way for people to take the deliciousness home with them.
Vicki
November 26, 2014
I'm planning to make Cherry-Pistachio Biscotti and a savory Cheese Biscotti, but now that I'm intrigued by the preserved lemon recipe I may give that a go also!
Mary L.
November 26, 2014
I make Saffron bread for family members. I had gotten the recipe from
an old paperback cookbook written by an Episcopalean minister.
an old paperback cookbook written by an Episcopalean minister.
Caroline
November 26, 2014
My favorite to-gift food item is peppermint bark! It's so good yet I only make it once a year.
Pam V.
November 25, 2014
I'll be filling them with my Aunt "KaKa's", sugared pecans! Grab your iron skillet and make the best sugared pecans! Toast 3 cups of pecans in a 325 oven. (They toast fast....be careful don't burn!!) As they cool add 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 Tablespoons of water, 1 tsp of cinnamon. Stir the mixture over medium heat until bubbly....cook till "soft ball" stage...(cup of ice water....drop in a few drops off a teaspoon....if it makes a "soft ball"....remove from heat.) Quickly add 1 tsp. of vanilla and then stir in pecans until they begin to firm up. Quickly pour on wax paper or cookie sheet....as they cool break into pieces! Your all done now and you have a wonderful snack to put in your "new green jars! Enjoy!!! Happy Turkey Day and God Bles.
Ashley
November 25, 2014
This year, I'm making homemade vanilla with Vanilla beans from Penzey's, a Pittsburgh spice store and rum. So far, it looks (and smells) delicious!
Kaiysha T.
November 25, 2014
This year I'm trying my hand at pumpkin bad. Hopefully by next year I'll have a firm grasp on pasta and be able to gift that. Perhaps with some homemade sauce?
annakarenina
November 25, 2014
I usually make jams, but this year it'll probably involve baking. I fell behind in canning this year, and probably won't get to making marmalades until after Christmas.
Danielle
November 25, 2014
We are making cocktail mixers, cranberry sauce, body scrubs and maybe preserved lemons after reading your recipe!!
Brandi Y.
November 25, 2014
This year I am gifting dark chocolate covered caramels sprinkled with red Himalayan salt. I found a very easy to follow recipe and am giving it a go!
Catherine
November 25, 2014
My Christmas gift baskets include homemade jams from the fresh fruits of summer like plum-blueberry and ginger-peach created from my own recipes and made with love!
Amy-Beth
November 25, 2014
My thank you for hosting gift this year will be marinated artichoke hearts...with a fresh baguette and a Provisions recommended Bees Wrap!
Debbie
November 25, 2014
Last year I made Pumpkin butter (with organic pumpkins I had grown)
Chi Mix
and different extracts , homemade is always better!!
Chi Mix
and different extracts , homemade is always better!!
Eleanore
November 25, 2014
I plan to make hot chocolate mix for friends with different varieties - chocolate orange, mint chocolate, mexican chocolate, spicy hot chocolate.
Jeanette J.
November 25, 2014
Hot Apple Pie Jam, with the heat coming from jalapenos and the sweet from apple pie jam. More complex than jalapeno jelly, I've had folks eating it out of thr jar!
marvinell
November 25, 2014
Little Nell
In my jars I'd put dry pinto beans with some spices to get the cook started for a
cold winter day.
In my jars I'd put dry pinto beans with some spices to get the cook started for a
cold winter day.
Kelsey B.
November 25, 2014
In one jar I would make homemade sangria, and slowly sip on it while I fill the other ones with bourbon peaches and mimosa jelly!
n2cookin
November 25, 2014
My friends all look forward to their gift every year of Martha Washington candy, chocolate covered chips, and spiced pecans!
Kelly
November 25, 2014
Home made lemon curd. Not only delicious, but it is gorgeous in glass jars tied up with ribbon.
Beth
November 25, 2014
I would fill these with yummy nutty granola. A family favorite for eating and giving.
Elaine L.
November 25, 2014
These green glass jars would make a great set of storage containers for pasta, dry beans and grains.
Karenteacher
November 24, 2014
I am making brandied cherries (actually, I made them last summer... they've been marinating for 4 months).
Christie P.
November 24, 2014
I will make strawberry basil infused vodka. Perfect to ring in the new year.
Jeanne M.
November 24, 2014
Such pretty jars! We'd probably fill them with home made pickled eggs from our hens in a variety of pickle seasoning blends.
Teresa-Mae P.
November 24, 2014
I plan on making orange chocolate chip cookies that my family loves.
Laurie D.
November 24, 2014
I have a pear liqueur fermenting, as well as red wine vinegar and vanilla. May also include these lemons this year!
Michele H.
November 24, 2014
I'm making my mom's favorite Chocolate Chocolate Almond Butter Chip Cookies!
Stacy H.
November 24, 2014
I'm making vanilla (it's almost done), cranberries fermented in honey(from my bee hive), and maybe preserved lemons after seeing this recipe.
natalie
November 24, 2014
I make the same candy for my dad each year....Martha Washington's Candy. My maternal grandmother used to make them each year around the holidays.
I will definitely make preserved lemons and will try the couscous and tuna recipe (sounds delish!).
I will definitely make preserved lemons and will try the couscous and tuna recipe (sounds delish!).
Rachel H.
November 24, 2014
These look great! I love gifting homemade jam. It brings the summer flavor to the cold winter months.
Chris A.
November 24, 2014
I'd made apple butter or more of the yummy pumpkin butter recipe on this site.
Jessica S.
November 24, 2014
I make jalapeño jelly and add diced red pepper for contrast to the green of the jalapeños. It's more festive.
Lilinoe A.
November 24, 2014
Lilikoʻi butter = juice strained from the pulp combined with some good butter and raw sugar.
Anna S.
November 24, 2014
This year I have been making my own Sweet Hot Pepper Jelly and Rosemary Lemon Salt to give away as gifts in my Christmas Baskets!
Nicole
November 24, 2014
I have a baking pumpkin that I plan to make pumpkin butter out of to give as gifts this holiday season!
Mary C.
November 24, 2014
As a child it was fabulous that my grandma made jelly/jam and she made bread & butter pickles and pickled veggies and this is what I'd make and perhaps chutney~
Karla W.
November 24, 2014
I'm thinking I'll make some sichuan peppercorn peanut brittle (so tasty!) and rosemary and pine nut brittle (both recipes from this site)! Now these preserved lemons sound good, as well as someone else's comment about making chipotles en adobo to give! I might also need to make some tea or green curry flavored truffles, and some cajeta...oh my, decisions, decisions!
Doreen S.
November 24, 2014
I gift jams, jelly and this year Jellied cranberry with pomegranate and orange.
Nichole J.
November 24, 2014
I'm expecting a baby any day so I might not get to too many homemade gifts this year :)
Rebecca
November 24, 2014
Every year I made dark chocolate bark or granola, depending on the recipient. This year, I may do both!
Karen K.
November 24, 2014
I would love to try the lemons. Some of the other posts sound wonderful as well, so I may have to try a few different things this year. The green jars are awesome!
Evie G.
November 24, 2014
This year for my holiday dinner guests - I am making bite-size spanakopita in small wonton skins. Some will be already baked, the others in ready-to-freeze packing. Great anytime snack!
JoleneCooks
November 24, 2014
I first started making candied orange peel for gifts when I was 20 (17 yrs ago). People love it & always ask when it's ready.
lizzaljoelle
November 24, 2014
I'm making homemade coffee liqueur to pair with bags of beans...readymade hair of the dog for post-holiday mornings.
frannyshan
November 24, 2014
Wow looking at all the gifts I feel pressure but I still like to make a no-knead loaf of bread wrapped in a dish towel that I usually pick up at Anthropologie. Will also make this for a Yankee swap so that is always a way of knowing whether it is hip or not!
Ed S.
November 24, 2014
Probably mango chutney, but the preserved lemons sound great too! Maybe I'll just do some of each!
Jon
November 24, 2014
I make preserved lemons every year for gifts, along with chocolate sauce and something spicy - last year was hot sauce, the year before Chipotle en Adobo. They always go down a treat!
Sara
November 24, 2014
Chutneys and Jams/Jellies are what I am making and showing them off in lovely glass jars to serve on the table!
Bradley
November 24, 2014
I love this. I usually give away jams and preserves that I've made during the summer, but would like to transition to non-sugar-based items. I'll probably try this! And I love reading all the suggestions from other readers.
JorPet
November 24, 2014
I am making two types of Vanilla extract for gifts this year. One is using Seattle Distillery vodka with Tahitian beans. The other is using Buffalo Trace bourbon with Madagascar Bourbon style beans. Ten weeks so far and you can smell the vanilla through the cork. Looking forward to decanting it into smaller containers in a couple weeks.
Anne S.
November 24, 2014
Chutney from our apple, pear and asian pear trees is part of the gift baskets we give to our friends every year. Sometimes with wild rice and smoked salmon.
Susan
November 24, 2014
Homemade nectarine jam with fruit hand picked by me from Mas Masamoto's family farm.
Zoe S.
November 24, 2014
I love giving homemade hot chocolate mix stored in Ball jars to friends as holiday gifts!
Richard A.
November 24, 2014
Preserved lemon recipe is great with two caveats that I learned at CIA Greystone: 1) after putting in final layer of salt top with boiling water to top of salt before capping jars tightly and placing in refrigerator, and B) Rotate jars top to bottom (turn jars upside down) once a day for the first week (tops down one day, bottoms the next.)
Lori B.
November 24, 2014
This year I'm making my new favorite edible gift: lavender infused sea salt caramels. They are sublime!
sharon
November 24, 2014
My best Arthritis remedy, a pint of gin and a pound of golden raisins soaked in the Gin for 3 weeks then bottled in a glass jar. Eat 9 raisins a day and in not time at all, no more symptoms.
Stephanie
November 24, 2014
I'm all about the vanilla sugar this year for my grandma's German cakes.
Pat
November 24, 2014
We used to make fried cookies with my husband's aunt at Christmas. Even though she's no longer with us, it isn't Christmas unless we make them and give them to others.
Sandra
November 24, 2014
I did preserved lemons last year. This year I made pineapple sage jam from my plants in my flower beds to give away!
bluestockings
November 24, 2014
We make cookies and sweetbreads that are allergen free, and often allergen-free mixes so recipients can make something homemade later without worry about contamination or allergy issues.
kzigster
November 24, 2014
I make batches of olive-oil and maple syrup granola every year to give to friends and family in mason jars. New, beautiful jars are always needed!
Robin
November 24, 2014
We always make cookies for teachers, bus drivers and school staff. Going to add homemade hot chocolate mix this year. Would look great in the jars!!
Miles
November 24, 2014
My grandmother's shortbread - it's a holiday tradition and our friends actually ask for it. Apple Butter. And this year I'm trying a "Drunk Fig" recipe from the Wisconsin Cheese site - but I'll be substituting dried cherries. Love Ball jars for all types of gift giving.
Lorrie B.
November 24, 2014
I love to make edible gifts such as lemon curd & a side of scones or pepper jelly with homemade crackers but I also like to include a living gift; a paper white bulb which the recipient can tend to, watch grow & enjoy the delightful scent of when the holidays are over. It would fit perfectly in one of these lovely green Ball jars. Cheers
Katie
November 24, 2014
I love making edible gifts! I've done cookies in the past, but have been perfecting making marshmallows recently so might try that as a gift if I can find good, cute storage for them :)
rachaelmr
November 24, 2014
Oooh, edible gifts are my favorite. I think this year we are going to make a homemade Lemoncello and dukka - If I start it right now, it will be marvelous. Last year we did spice mixes and my favorite snack mix for the desk, the year before we did hot cocoa mixes and soups and brownies.
Laura L.
November 24, 2014
I will be making care packages of Chocolate & Peppermint Marshmallows with graham crackers & hot cocoa mix to ship to our family that won't be with us for the holidays
Marielia
November 24, 2014
I am making my aunt's special recipe for coquito. It is a traditional Puerto Rican holiday drink made of coconut and rum... absolutely delicious. It is a family tradition to make a big batch and give away bottles to friends and family. And of course cookies! There's no edible gift like cookies. I'm still looking for the perfect Christmas recipe though.
Robbie L.
November 24, 2014
Wild grape jelly made from the grapevines growing in the wooded area of our yard. But I've wanted to make preserved lemons for a long time: thank you for the method!
jorden
November 24, 2014
I love to make handcrafted Kahlua and cherry bombs (cherries soaked in vodka) in a mason jar.
Anastasia L.
November 24, 2014
I will be making homemade amaretto in ball jars - did this a couple years back and it came out so great! I was getting calls from recipients for months afterwards saying like oh I just finally opened that jar and i can't believe it it's so delicious. just need a lot a lot of sugar, almond extract, and vodka.
eileen
November 24, 2014
We will be making hand scrub from sea salt, oil, and scent. The spiced orange is always a favorite.
eclcii
November 24, 2014
I always like to make a home made liqueur. Usually almond or sometimes a flavored vodka!
Michelle T.
November 24, 2014
I am making homemade bark and now preserved lemons ! Thank you for this recipe!
Judy
November 24, 2014
Wii be gifting Black Bottom Cupcake -Mix in a Jar- and Vanilla Cream Pound Cake Minis this year.
j. T.
November 24, 2014
I think these would be great for portable, homemade trifles -- whether gifting for Christmas, or even for use in the warmer months for a picnic! You'd still get to see the pretty layers :) and I've been after some green jars of my own...
Anita P.
November 24, 2014
I make gift baskets with lots of homemade (from scratch) bounties like homemade bread, crackers, pecan brittle, apple butter, homemade candies, maple syrup, etc... The most requested is my peach pound cake. My motto is to "make" the holiday, not buy it!
Thanks for the opportunity.
Anita P.
Thanks for the opportunity.
Anita P.
DelicateFlowah
November 24, 2014
I'd make everyone a big jar of pickled Green Beans. Everyone who's tasted them asks for many more.
Chrisi
November 24, 2014
I make bourbon marshmallows for a lot of my friends - they kind of demand the marshmallows now, as they're great in coffee. I also like to make up little jars of maple bourbon bacon jam.
Lalita S.
November 24, 2014
This will be my first year canning and the thought had crossed my mind just a few days ago wondering how to preserve fresh lemons. Food 52 you guys are awesome as your lemon idea is so incredibly easy that even a first timer like me is jumping at the chance to try this one. Thanks for all the great kitchen ingenuity, I am learning a lot from your site and sharing the knowledge. Friends, family, and acquaintances will be getting these wonderful preserved lemons.
Jenny C.
November 24, 2014
I make jams and fruit butters, and sometimes my grandmother's bread & butter pickles, all summer long and give those as gifts. This year the total haul was at least 12 dozen jars, a mix of pints & half pints. (We same some to eat ourselves, of course!)
Arlene
November 24, 2014
We make peanut butter balls, cherry mash bars, and fudge (chocolate, egg nog, butterscotch, peanut butter, cinnamon chocolate. Mostly, though, my family looks forward to Mama's Choco-Dot Pumpkin Cake (a long standing holiday tradition).
Sue M.
November 24, 2014
I will be making lots of different cookies to give as gifts but included with the cookies always is a quart Ball jar of my much loved homemade Bailey's Irish Creme!!!!
April S.
November 24, 2014
Pineapple upside down cake minis and individual banana bread loaves. One for dessert lovers and the other for morning coffee/tea lovers.
Jill
November 24, 2014
Traditional Swiss Grittibänzen: dough men. We make our family and then dip them in hot chocolate.
Cheryl
November 24, 2014
I make pumpkin bread, banana bread, poppy seed bread and lemon bread for gifts and family meals. I have a killer brownie recipe, too. Love the jars. I use jars daily to save food like nuts, soups and salads.
Pam M.
November 24, 2014
I almost ordered preserved lemons online Sunday afternoon ... after reading about them in a magazine. Thank goodness I didn't press "check out" yet ... I'm gonna try this method and, if all goes well, I'll be gifting preserved lemons this Christmas.
MicheleP
November 24, 2014
I've been giving homemrade cranberry swirl sweet bread for years. So many people never make 'real' bread!
Flo S.
November 24, 2014
Trail mix for me. Raw walnuts, almonds, pistachios, dried cranberries, raisins etc...
Tonimarie75
November 24, 2014
Our family favorite was always my dad's peanut brittle ... It was always the first thing people looked for when they came to our house in December.
mehrunnisa
November 24, 2014
yet another batch of my vin d'orange truffles. i make both the apertif and truffles myself. there's a recipe here http://comeconella.blogspot.co.uk/2013/05/a-home-made-provencal-aperitif-that.html + a sour cherry and chocolate pan forte and a few odd jars of nut butters with flavour additions like miso, honey and smoked salt.
theresa M.
November 24, 2014
we had a crazy large ghost chile harvest from our balcony container this fall, so we'll be giving my husband's signature, 'chile sauce to end all chile sauces'.
Lisa R.
November 24, 2014
I must be a canning nerd because I love Ball jars, lol! And these preserved lemons look so pretty! What a great idea!
EEFisher
November 24, 2014
Cookies as they can be so simple to make yet delightful to give and receive
kendra
November 24, 2014
Homemade granola!! Rolled oats, cinnamon, coconut oil, maple syrup, shredded coconut, pecans, sea salt. Add dried cherries, and mini dk chocolate chips :)
Leah J.
November 24, 2014
Love to make kumquat marmalade and add a recipe barbecued chicken with this as a marinade along with garlic, ginger and cilantro is so packed with citrusy flavor. Plus I just love this marmalade on toast with butter. Hmm hm good!
Clover88
November 24, 2014
Like very year for the last 30 or so, we'll be making 5000 paper thin pepperkaker as our gifts for family and friends.
Neeley
November 24, 2014
I am giving away homemade applestroop, jam, bourbon vanilla, vanilla sea salt, lavender sea salt, vanilla sugar, lavender sugar, limoncello made from Meyer lemons, and preserved Meyer lemons. I just might be keeping the jar companies in business this year.
Sharon S.
November 24, 2014
face scrub, and lavender linen spray. The winters in our area are rough. These things are necessary and needed!
AnneMarie C.
November 24, 2014
I am gifting slated caramel sauce, strawberry/rhubarb jam, and hot fudge sauce.
Missy K.
November 24, 2014
Candied Ginger (edible) and Candied Ginger Hand Balm (shea butter, coconut oil and candied ginger)
Kate L.
November 24, 2014
I make gift baskets of various treats every year. I'll probably include some home-made cookies or candy, maybe even truffles.
Alys O.
November 24, 2014
A jar of Damson Cheese and fresh scones (for those I can get it to on the same day). Otherwise, wild fruit jelly.
Christine H.
November 23, 2014
Homemade hot chocolate mix... simple, easy, and the perfect gift in a jar!
Darcy
November 23, 2014
I'd use them for my husband's roasted thai peppers with Mongolian fire oil. He's always giving them away to fellow hot-heads!
samantha
November 23, 2014
hot chocolate mix in ball jars, of course! Last year we also make cranberry chutney and pickled veggies.
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November 23, 2014
Brandied Fruit. Lovely on ice cream, pound cake. Sometimes a couple of spoonfuls puts a smile on yer face! After it is going you can use some, add more fruit/brandy and keep it going. Yummy Stuff!
Aubrey J.
November 23, 2014
Homemade Pimento-bacon Cheese spread with a Bacon-Bourbon BBQ Jam on top, then you get all the favors as you reach into the jar and spread on bread and crackers.
Pam
November 23, 2014
I made three-citrus (grapefruit, lemon and orange) marmalade and peach chutney.
devoeas
November 23, 2014
I love making cake mix cookies that are basically half cookie, half mix ins - choco chips, nutella, craisins, peanuts, oats, sprinkles, almost anything!
Samantha O.
November 23, 2014
So far I've planned on making a grainy stout mustard, apple/pear butter, and three versions of a family recipe for no-bake cookies. There's still a whole month to come up with more ideas ;)
naja
November 23, 2014
I'd make brown butter brownies and pecan blondies. I'm planning on sending those out for christmas anyway, with peanut butter chocolate chip cookies and apple tarts.
Michele
November 23, 2014
My mother passed away before I could learn how she made her homemade bread. in the 70's Mom took a Home Extension class & besides acquiring canning skills, her bread was well-known. After much trial & error (memories of my children eating rock hard bread or peeling off the uncook dough) lol I can say my break making skills are well-known. I tell folks NOT to buy bread for their Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner for I will provide it. I love dropping off hot buttery yeast rolls to friends & family. Maybe I can acquire canning skills, eventually!? Happy Holidays!
Rebekah K.
November 23, 2014
I've already made a batch of different flavors of liqueurs, some brandied cherries, and some crabapple/cider jelly. I still have three more varieties of jellies (including a big batch of jalapeno jelly) to go, and will top the holiday projects off with chocolate truffles and homemade "Almond Joy" bars.
Lola
November 23, 2014
We are making cookies, winter apple spice butter and a vanilla bean pound cake for gifts this year.
Jennifer E.
November 23, 2014
I'm baking a list of cookies, making fudge and divinity and home made lollipops
Jean H.
November 23, 2014
So much fun making a variety of cookies like ginger snaps, snickerdoodles and pecan sandies.
Donna L.
November 23, 2014
I love the variety of cookies made at Christmas time...and everyone is happy to receive them!
Jane E.
November 23, 2014
Candy chippers - chocolate chip cookies with the addition of crushed candy canes.
Desiray B.
November 23, 2014
I really like the recipe and instructions on making preserved lemons. Thanks
Holly D.
November 23, 2014
I'm thinking your preserved lemons idea is perfect. I have a bunch of foodies who don't need anything really but I love them and it's nice to give them something different... and they all love seafood so this could have several possibilities and it fits my scrunched budget. Thanks for the good idea.
Babs I.
November 23, 2014
Every year I make spiced nuts to give to our friends. Since we have a good friend who is a vegan, last year, I figured out how to make a vegan version of the nuts, with no difference in the flavor or texture.
Danielle
November 23, 2014
I'm doing rounds of lavender extract, chocolate covered candied oranges, and candied/spiced nut mixes! Have lots of varied tastes in the family, so I have to keep it mixed up. Of course, they ALL love the homemade nut milks and frangipane tarts I bring round to the holiday parties!
Kim
November 23, 2014
I'm thinking about making some candied grapefruit peels. And maybe some Mexican wedding cookies!
DB
November 23, 2014
I am trying my hand at vanilla extract. Friends and family will hopefully enjoy the results. :)
Sandra
November 23, 2014
I'd make Seville Orange Slices in Caramelized Sugar, which may last to 3 or 4 weeks in airtight containers stored in a cool and dry place.
Beverly
November 23, 2014
I am making flavored butters as hostess gifts this year and packing them into cute little glass jars, tied with ribbon... An assortment of three of these little jars in a basket should be a welcomed gift.....I hope!
Madonna S.
November 23, 2014
How about cookie mixes, or hot chocolate mix, or homemade dark and white chocolate dipped pretzels
Lisa
November 23, 2014
I saw a recipe for glazed lavender shortbread cookies with edible flowers I would like to try making.
Maggie W.
November 23, 2014
I'm making Lemoncello and peppermint bark. I saw an adaptation on peppermint bark that uses quinoa and pomegranate, which I may try. You can pretend it's healthy if it's got quinoa!
Karen M.
November 23, 2014
Mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving. All kinds of homemade goods using things from my father's garden and fruit trees. I cannot wait. Yum yum!!
Justcookin
November 23, 2014
I make Concord Grape Jelly using Concord Grapes from our yard. Last year I made Blackberry Jam with homegrown Blackberries. I have also made Hot Chocolate mix.
Tracy
November 23, 2014
I make biscotti and cashew brittle to give away every year. LAt year, I also made vanilla extract. This year, I'm making Russian tea mix.
Terry P.
November 23, 2014
Belgium waffles dipped in chocolate, then sprinkled with crushed candy canes
Martita
November 23, 2014
I'd make my Abuelita's mole recipe from scratch and give bricks of it to loved ones.
Bebewatson
November 23, 2014
can these be used to make "lemon twists", ie just the peel for using in martinis, for example?
Kate D.
November 23, 2014
Hot cocoa mixes! Cocoa and fixins each in their own little bottle, all tied up together with a cute bow.
Ellen
November 23, 2014
I am working on fermented salsa and sauerkraut; would love to have more jars.
Leah G.
November 23, 2014
We had a major harvest of tomatillos in our garden this year and have already made them into salsa for gifts.
Ali
November 23, 2014
Macadamia brittle and Maui "coconut candy" as a memory of my recent trip to Maui. Yummo!
Amanda C.
November 23, 2014
I'm making fresh cranberry preserves in Mason jars with corn muffins in linen bags.
KrystalR
November 23, 2014
I've found a lot of fun cookie recipes on Pinterest this year (lots from food52). I'm going to put the new recipes to use and share cookies this year.
Winona D.
November 23, 2014
I'd like to try making Nancy Fuller's (HGTV's Farmhouse Rules) Honey Pear Icebox Trifles with Soft and Easy Ginger Snaps...yum! Winona
nancy
November 23, 2014
Cognac/ Prune preserves Made them several (ahem) decades ago for a friend and they became a g0-to!
Karen K.
November 23, 2014
Hundreds of shaped sugar cookies and gingerbread...can't wait to break out my cookie cutter set! I have Santa, snowflake, bells, reindeer, as well as alphabet letters, dinosaurs, sports equipment shapes...
Also, pumpkin pie and apple pie for Thanksgiving.
Also, pumpkin pie and apple pie for Thanksgiving.
shirley
November 23, 2014
This is great! Awhile back I borrowed a grilling mag from my son. It called for preserved lemons, no picture of what they looked like mind you. So needless to say say I searched high and low. Finally found some online but found them to be a bit pricey for that cute but tiny little jar. Thanks for sharing here. Think this is my ticket! I'll make my own. Gonna love it. Happy holidays and Blessings to you.
Kat T.
November 23, 2014
I am making vanilla and lemon extracts....and a few others I have yet to decide.
Candlewic
November 23, 2014
I'm going to do the fancy flavored salt. Probably a rosemary infused one and one with Merlot.
Paula I.
November 23, 2014
Strawberry-balsamic jam, apricot (fruit from my tree)jam, English toffee,lemon verbena tea.
Kate
November 23, 2014
I don't think a day goes by that I don't get something good, fun or highly useful from F52. Today's is Preserved Lemons. Thanks!
Amy S.
November 23, 2014
We make my mom's dill pickle recipe and give them as gifts. Everyone requests them each year. They would be gorgeous in the green jars too!
Nathan M.
November 23, 2014
I am, at this moment, making a batch of fresh mango chutney with fresh roasted mustard, fenugreek, and cumin seeds. This also contains fresh Serrano chilies, red onion, fresh garlic, cane vinegar, and cane sugar. All I need is a few nice jars to put it in.
Lisa S.
November 23, 2014
I started making homemade edible gifts 15 years ago with grainy spicy mustard. It was easy if you could find the ingredients. It's still my favorite. And now the ingredients are really easy to find.
Jade
November 23, 2014
I've been obsessed with making candy and giving it away in cute lil bags...I also enjoy giving friends things like small jars of apple butter, homemade vanilla, flavored vodka or whisky...so many fun things. I've never ever tried lemons like this though and am excited to try! :)
Nicole Z.
November 23, 2014
Breakfast treats: Fill it up with granola, Greek yogurt. Acai, strawberry's, banana's and blueberries
Amy W.
November 23, 2014
I'd like to try something new! Those preserved lemons look good! Or peppermint bark!
Lauren
November 23, 2014
Homemade vanilla extract with vodka. And preserved lemons.
Thanks, good post.
Thanks, good post.
Mindy H.
November 23, 2014
Soup in a jar, layers of dry and dehydrated ingredients with recipe and a bag of drop dumpling mix all tied together with a pretty ribbon and a wooden spoon.
Suzanne T.
November 23, 2014
This year I'm making a Caramel Apple Crumble pie and giving pecan pie ravioli a try! Never made the ravioli before but it intrigued me!
GK D.
November 23, 2014
I like to give jars of homemade pear butter and cranberry marmalade, as well as cranberry or lemon verbena liqueur.
marilyn T.
November 23, 2014
Home made vanilla extract and vanilla sugar as holiday gifts this year. These jars will be great for the extract!
TriSarahTops
November 23, 2014
Complete homemade holiday this year. Featuring: Dorie Greenspan's World Peace Cookies; sweet and salty maple pecan granola; and spicy ginger syrup.
Kate
November 23, 2014
Every year I give dozens of cookies to friends and family, usually biscotti, rugelach, shortbread, several others. This year I'll also be giving pickled jalapeños, triple fruit marmalade, and pumpkin bread!
Lean G.
November 23, 2014
I make preserved lemon every winter, and I've gifted it as well. That being said, my favorite edible to gift is homemade seasoned salts made with herbs from my garden.
Cailin K.
November 23, 2014
I have and will be making pumpkin ginger cookies with cranberries. I just came up with the recipe!
Diana
November 23, 2014
We are making marinated/spicy Vegetables to give away as gifts -- this holiday season. The set of three mason jars (the gift) will offer a variety of these picked vegetables.
My Dad's set of gift jars will mostly include pickled, crudely sliced onions -- his all-time favorite - laced with thin slices of tri-color peppers and peppercorns.
My Dad's set of gift jars will mostly include pickled, crudely sliced onions -- his all-time favorite - laced with thin slices of tri-color peppers and peppercorns.
Pook
November 23, 2014
Lemon (or perhaps lime) curd, or Meyer lemon-blood orange marmalade...or maybe those preserved lemons! Love the tang of citrus in the winter...
Sandi
November 23, 2014
My favorite for gift giving is Cranberry Nut Bread. Also homemade Peppermint Bark.
Maura F.
November 23, 2014
This year I am going to try my hand at making homemade Irish Cream Liquor for gifts!!
mels1550
November 23, 2014
I would make Persimmon Chutney with the load of persimmons that I gathered from my very own tree. Perhaps with a bit spice.
Margie M.
November 23, 2014
My standby that everyone likes and eat is chocolate chip cookies. I know everyone likes them.
Becky M.
November 23, 2014
We are making cookies, and with the littles helping, who knows what flavors we will end up with!
Jasmine R.
November 23, 2014
I am giving away jars of homemade Kombucha with the S.C.O.B.Y. Culture included so that they can continue making batches. Its the gift that will keep on giving.
Brittany D.
November 23, 2014
I am mailing out homemade preserves and conserves :). Could use more jars :)
Melinda J.
November 23, 2014
The fruit jams I make (whatever is in season.) Washi tape makes great labels on the jar!!
Janet G.
November 23, 2014
I'm making pumpkin pies with praline topping to eat then and there! Yummo!
Bryan E.
November 23, 2014
Thanks for the giveaway…we are making German Spice Cookies for family & friends !
Sharon L.
November 23, 2014
I just added preserved lemons to my list, so I'll need those green jars!
Megan
November 23, 2014
Every year I make cookies for friends and also for my neighbors - they are good neighbors and though we don't spend a lot of time together, I want to show I appreciate them!
Magnolia52
November 23, 2014
I'll fill the jar with our family favorite….candied cranberries….great as a snack and gorgeous as a gift and then I'll add a handmade tag and tie.
Rhonda M.
November 23, 2014
We do homemade candies from old family recipes--fudge, caramels, and almond roca. Yum!
Irma M.
November 23, 2014
Peanut Brittle is a favorite I like to make but I might try my hand at some other more personal item or an infused oil.
MCameron
November 23, 2014
I make Fruit Cake cookies for gifts and eat too many myself. I also make peanut butter, pumpking dog bisquits for DooDah's friends.
Naomi S.
November 23, 2014
Cookies are the norm but I'm thinking something spa-riffic would be nice this year, to accompany them.
Judy
November 23, 2014
Judy Gilbert
I am making chocolate covered cherries, chocolate covered caramels, truffels, and bon bons
I am making chocolate covered cherries, chocolate covered caramels, truffels, and bon bons
Anie
November 23, 2014
I'm definitely making good old fashioned chocolate chip cookies for my friends and coworkers.
Pat N.
November 23, 2014
I already have my gift jams and pickles made. My homemade vanilla extract is ready. My vanilla sugar is ready for it's gift ribbons. I am making lemon and orange extract. Those jars would be great to gift my cookies and candies in also.
Paul G.
November 23, 2014
Our old tradition is no-bake oatmeal and cocoa cookies that we nicknamed
" yummies" almost 60 years ago.
" yummies" almost 60 years ago.
Sharon A.
November 23, 2014
A delightful preserve from my kitchen will be homemade cranberry~cherry sauce (1/2 cranberries to 1/2 dark, sweet cherries), with a touch of fresh Meyer lemon zest, sweetened with my homemade organic vanilla sugar. It's the perfect condiment for cold-weather cooking!
LINDA
November 23, 2014
I always have preserved lemons in my refrigerator but only use "Meyers" lemons.
patricia S.
November 23, 2014
I've made Dilly Bean's, thinking about making grapefruit marmalade and now those lemons!
Terri
November 23, 2014
I'm giving half pint jars of fruit chutneys I made this summer with organic local produce: peach, apricot, raspberry, and plum. I've been wanting to try preserved lemons! These jars would be the bomb!
CaseyAnne
November 23, 2014
I am planning to make granola for gifts this year- these jars would be perfect for gifting it!
Edguyver
November 23, 2014
Love these green jars! I'm making pickled carrots, chewy chocolate-chocolate-chocolate chip cookies, and fudge covered shortbread chunks as my holiday offerings this season!
klrcon
November 23, 2014
Preserved lemons are a great idea because they're savory and can be enjoyed long after the holidays are over. I may just give that a go this year. I usually do fudge - because, apparently, nobody doesn't like fudge except me! - but I feel like people are overloaded with sweets at this time of year and something different might be a welcome change of pace.
jbatchelder
November 23, 2014
My kids and I are making Hanukkah and Christmas cookies and homemade peanut butter cups. Also going to try to make jams for the first time. These jars would be perfect!!
Rebecca A.
November 23, 2014
I like the lemon idea, because we have a lemon tree, and I don't know how to make jam (like my sister does), or pickles (like my Mother does). I would give people some of my Dad's chili, if I could. It makes us so happy, I'd like to share it!
Judi F.
November 23, 2014
Judi Fischer
A small select group is getting a jar of Peach Preserves, Onion/Pepper Relish and Salsa. I've already got ideas for next year!!
A small select group is getting a jar of Peach Preserves, Onion/Pepper Relish and Salsa. I've already got ideas for next year!!
Lisa M.
November 23, 2014
I wanna make garlicky pickled veggies...with cucumbers, green beans, okra, and cauliflower.
Linda S.
November 23, 2014
I am giving homemade vanilla extract that has been in the works since the end of September and am also making Chili Pecans.
Brenda
November 23, 2014
I've always wanted to try preserved lemons, but thought it was too difficult. Along comes your easy recipe AND a contest...win/win ( I hope!). We always exchange something homemade with the neighbors and I had no idea what I was going to make this year until now. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Sam P.
November 23, 2014
I'll be making infusions: chai-spiced vodka, peppercorn gin, and apple bourbon. They look lovely in bow-tied mason jars!
Adrianne O.
November 23, 2014
This year I'm giving raspberry freezer jam in cute jars and fresh bread wrapped in a nice tea towel.
Rust
November 23, 2014
This year I'm making chocolate dipped almond-packed biscotti. Wish me well! :)
Nancy A.
November 23, 2014
I'd use these to package and gift homemade seasoning blends and meat rubs! :)
Katheleen
November 23, 2014
I'll be making peppermint ice cream layered with fudge sauce in large mouthed mason jars for people I see regularly and a sour cream coffee cake for shipping or those in the "melt before arrival" zones!
Linda P.
November 23, 2014
I make granola that is low in sugar and high in fiber and love. I have also started roasting capers and putting them in little canning jars with handwritten notes about how fabulous the intense little crunchy packages of saline delight make almost anything taste better....
Aly Y.
November 23, 2014
This year I am making bee themed gift baskets to encourage people to support the bees who are struggling. I'm putting in the baskets honey, bees wax soap, bees wax lip gloss, honey vodka, and the best honey dessert of all time baklava.
Terri
November 23, 2014
I will be making cinnamon rolls for neighbors and friends. Looking forward to using the brown butter recipe I recently tried out on family members.
DJBWA
November 23, 2014
I like to make raspberry tea bread with berries I've preserved from my garden.
Leith D.
November 23, 2014
I make different flavored butter logs, like herb and lemon zest, smoked paprika and zest or blue cheese and chives. I wrap them in plastic wrap, then in parchment paper with pretty ribbons. They can be refrigerated or frozen. I make English toffee with macadamia nuts too. My daughter makes chocolate dipped pretzel rods with sprinkles for her friends.
michelle
November 23, 2014
i would make some homemade kimchi for my friends and family to keep the holiday spirit spicy.
Tracy
November 23, 2014
I will be making date-sweetened treats for my diabetic grandfather and kabocha squash fudge for the rest of us!
Terry O.
November 23, 2014
I make homemade kimchee for gifts, something yummy and wonderfully good for you at the same time. My friends know I care about them and they treasure the time and effort and love that I put into each and every jar!
ana D.
November 23, 2014
Love it! Been trying to bring out the inner foodie in my loved ones. This is an awesome idea. I will be making fancy norwegian cookes, and also naturopath gift baskets. Ball jars would be perfect additions =)
Lynn K.
November 23, 2014
I am making melt in your mouth snowballs, dark chocolate peppermint bark,chex mix and cinnamon sugar almonds.
Kaj
November 23, 2014
I love making my green tomato chutney. It looks especially festive when giving it away, presented in the green Ball mason jars. It makes all the more 'special'.
AntoniaJames
November 23, 2014
Panforte (chocolate with figs, candied orange peel, almonds and dried cherries); whiskey cake; for immediate family, two cookies my mother always made: nut crescents updated via inspiration from the Genius granola recipe here - https://food52.com/recipes/25462-maple-olive-oil-praline-crescents - and candy cane cookies https://food52.com/recipes/20160-candy-cane-cookies . Neighbors will get an epi wreath https://food52.com/recipes/8324-rosemary-epi-rolls ; those with children will also get cut out cookies - https://food52.com/recipes/2251-st-clement-s-orange-and-lemon-cookies plus lebkuchen. My German neighbor will receive zimtsterne because people far from home need special kindness.
In addition, everyone, near and far, will receive a jar of chutney, jam, or blueberries from our bushes, packed in light syrup; all of the foregoing made when in season. ;o)
In addition, everyone, near and far, will receive a jar of chutney, jam, or blueberries from our bushes, packed in light syrup; all of the foregoing made when in season. ;o)
Wyndham T.
November 23, 2014
I had a huge gift list of support workers before I retired from teaching. So, when I had time in the summer, I picked wild raspberries and made seedless black raspberry jam. It got paired with peach, plum or apple butter for their Christmas gifts and developed a legendary following. Several of them would not share it with their own kids! But, it was the perfect gift--useful, and you didn't have to dust it. :)
Wyndham Traxler Carter
Wyndham Traxler Carter
Kim
November 23, 2014
I will give some yummy Absolute Best Granola for gifts and these jars are so fun!
Elizabeth
November 23, 2014
Homemade amaretto for my foodie friends; and beer cheese for those who don't drink.
arcane54
November 23, 2014
Homemade candied citron, Nekesia Davis's Olive Oil Granola (now they DEMAND it!), marshmallows and hot cocoa mix, panforte, and cookies of course!
Elin
November 23, 2014
One thing is some sort of boozy caramel sauce. But every year I make homemade foodie baskets for my friends.
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November 23, 2014
For our local library cookie exchange, I'm baking chocolate cookies with toasted pecans and caramel bits with a sprinkle of sea salt.
Kathleen
November 23, 2014
I'm hoping my friend's mom can fill it all with her lovely muddy buddies!
Liz
November 23, 2014
I'm inspired by all of the suggestions in these comments! I'll definitely be making chocolate covered peanut butter balls (crunchy peanut butter with rice crispies mixed in), and who knows what else!
Marnie S.
November 23, 2014
I love Dilly Beans as does my whole family. We all can them & give them as presents. I also like to give ingredients for cookies.
meg B.
November 23, 2014
also, every year I make peanut brittle and now pecan cinnamon brittle from my Dad's recipe. People ask for /expect it now!
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