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Homemade Food Gifts for the Holidays (Slide 23)

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Everyone Loves This Fruitcake

Ah, the maligned fruitcake. Many store-bought varieties, stuffed with unrecognizable candied bits, deserve their bad reputation—but not these wonderful cakes, made with a generous serving of dried fruit and candied orange peel in a light batter. There's only one trick: buy the best-quality, moist dried and candied fruit you can afford.

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Southwestern Three-Bean & Barley Soup Mix

Southwestern Three-Bean & B…

Making your own dry soup mix from beans and spices couldn’t be easier. Layered in a jar, it makes …View slide
Maple-Nut Granola

Maple-Nut Granola

We love the maple-nut flavor combination of this heart-healthy granola, but feel free to substitute …View slide
Fig-Anise Compote

Fig-Anise Compote

Cook the figs in this compote down until they can be spread with a knife or spoon. The compote is eq…View slide
Curried Cashews

Curried Cashews

These curried cashews are impossibly addictive—every time we made them in the Test Kitchen they di…View slide
Five-Spice Pistachios

Five-Spice Pistachios

Chinese five-spice powder is a blend of cinnamon, cloves, fennel seed, star anise and Szechuan peppe…View slide
Chile-Lime Peanuts

Chile-Lime Peanuts

These spicy nuts were inspired by ones sold by street vendors across Mexico. If you can only find sa…View slide
Cranberry-Almond Granola

Cranberry-Almond Granola

If you've never made your own granola, you'll be amazed at the difference in freshness and flavor—…View slide
Blueberry-Pecan Pancake Mix

Blueberry-Pecan Pancake Mix

Say goodbye to frozen pancakes or box mixes: dried blueberries give this pancake mix rich blueberry …View slide
Mango-Pecan Quick Bread

Mango-Pecan Quick Bread

Mangos give a standard quick bread a lively flavor jolt.…View slide
Bittersweet Chocolate-Orange Truffles

Bittersweet Chocolate-Orang…

While orange adds an exotic note, much of the flavor of these simple yet sophisticated candies comes…View slide
Indian Spice Rub

Indian Spice Rub

Curry, cumin, coriander, mint, turmeric and ginger make a delicious Indian-inspired rub for tofu, ch…View slide
Drunken Prunes

Drunken Prunes

The oaky taste of Armagnac, a French brandy made in Gascony, has long been paired with prunes. While…View slide
Burnt Sugar Lollipops

Burnt Sugar Lollipops

No special equipment or fancy molds are needed for these gorgeous jewels—just a little patience an…View slide
Chocolate Bark with Pistachios & Dried Cherries

Chocolate Bark with Pistach…

With the news that dark chocolate contains some healthful properties, there is a better excuse than …View slide
Banana-Nut-Chocolate Chip Quick Bread

Banana-Nut-Chocolate Chip Q…

This banana quick bread is full of chocolate chips and toasted heart-healthy walnuts so you get a ta…View slide
Chocolate-Covered Berry Marshmallows

Chocolate-Covered Berry Mar…

Chocolate-and-berry-flavored marshmallows are delectable—even addictive—and these surprisingly e…View slide
Mississippi Spiced Pecans

Mississippi Spiced Pecans

Make plenty of these mildly sweet and salty nuts—they are great to have on hand over the holidays.…View slide
Salsa alla Capricciosa

Salsa alla Capricciosa

This is a beautifully simple, but full-flavored tomato sauce from Lidia Bastianich. Serve over spagh…View slide
Dark Chocolate Sauce

Dark Chocolate Sauce

Rich and chocolaty, this sauce is perfect for topping frozen yogurt, pancakes or waffles.…View slide
Festive Fruit & Nut Balls

Festive Fruit & Nut Balls

A no-bake, make-ahead treat, this perfect combination of fruit and nuts is a nutritious and deliciou…View slide
Chocolate Crunch

Chocolate Crunch

Crunchy wheat cereal, pretzels and almonds coated in bittersweet chocolate makes an addictive sweet-…View slide
Cranberry-Walnut Quick Bread

Cranberry-Walnut Quick Bread

The perennial bakery favorite gets a healthy makeover.…View slide
Everyone Loves This Fruitcake

Everyone Loves This Fruitcake

Ah, the maligned fruitcake. Many store-bought varieties, stuffed with unrecognizable candied bits, d…View slide
Pear-Hazelnut Quick Bread

Pear-Hazelnut Quick Bread

Toasted hazelnuts and ripe pears add a sophisticated note to a homey quick bread.…View slide
Berry-Almond Quick Bread

Berry-Almond Quick Bread

This wholesome quick-bread recipe is just what you need; whatever berries you have on hand go into a…View slide
Roasted Tomato & Almond Pesto

Roasted Tomato & Almond Pesto

The delightful richness of Ellie Krieger’s sundried tomato and almond pesto is a perfect partner f…View slide
Spanish Rub

Spanish Rub

Two kinds of paprika, cilantro and lemon give Spanish flair to pork chops, tenderloin or shrimp.…View slide
Chili Pecans

Chili Pecans

A medley of warm spices tempered with a touch of brown sugar is a great match for rich, nutritious p…View slide
Tuscan Spice Rub

Tuscan Spice Rub

Take a trip to Italy with this Tuscan-inspired rub, aromatic with fennel, basil, garlic, rosemary an…View slide
Chocolate Nut Bark

Chocolate Nut Bark

Use your favorite combination of nuts to make this quick and easy chocolate nut bark.…View slide
Oregano, Rosemary & Marjoram Vinegar

Oregano, Rosemary & Marjora…

Try this oregano-, rosemary-and marjoram-infused vinegar drizzled over tomatoes and fresh mozzarella…View slide
Shallot, Tarragon & Lemon Vinegar

Shallot, Tarragon & Lemon V…

Stir a little of this shallot-, tarragon- and lemon-infused vinegar and some fresh chopped tarragon …View slide
Chile, Cilantro & Garlic Vinegar

Chile, Cilantro & Garlic Vi…

Stir this chile-, cilantro- and garlic-infused vinegar into a mixture of chopped fresh tomatoes, oni…View slide
Fennel, Orange & Star Anise Vinegar

Fennel, Orange & Star Anise…

Try this vinegar infused with fennel, orange and star anise in Asian-inspired dishes. Combine with s…View slide
Pearl Onion, Celery & Pickling Spice Vinegar

Pearl Onion, Celery & Pickl…

Try this vinegar infused with onion, celery and pickling spice as a quick seasoning for steamed pota…View slide

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