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How to Give a Great Food Gift

• Clearly label each gift with the name of the recipe and any storage directions. • Include a card with


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Whiskey Cake

Southern grandmas used the finest bourbon to make this old-fashioned cake, which was often served during the holidays. The perfect...


Walnut Maple Pie

Hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, cashews, or peanuts also work well in this delicious variation of pecan pie.


Vanilla Snowmen

These snowmen are even more fun to build than the usual kind and certainly tastier.


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Stollen

The distinctive oval shape of this traditional German Christmas cake is said to represent the Christ child wrapped in swaddling...


Spiced Fig, Pear, and Almond Compote

Infused with ginger, vanilla, and lemon, this luscious dessert is delicious served with Chocolate Leaf Cookies -- or all by...


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Shrimp Andalouse

Simple cooked shrimp pairs well with this garlicky, sun-dried tomato dip.


Shrimp and Watercress Salad

Easy yet elegant, this appetizer can be made up to one day before serving.

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Savory Olives

With a prep time of 2 minutes or less, these delicious nibbles win the prize for easiest hors d'œuvre.


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Rosemary Walnuts

You might want to make a double batch of these spicy nuts. They're totally addictive!


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Roast Goose With Dried Apple Stuffing

This bird, with its sumptuous stuffing and flavorful gravy, could be the star of your next holiday feast -- and...


Pickled Crudités

The pickling process gives these veggies a great bite-and they look gorgeous too.


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Panforte

This traditional Italian chocolate, nut, and fruit cake is a specialty of Siena, Italy. It is best to make it...


Oriental Shrimp

These delectable shrimp take less than 15 minutes to make. Serve them on simple wooden skewers.


No-Bake Chocolate Drops

You can prepare these addictive cookies in less than an hour if you don't gobble up all the batter first.


Meringue Kisses

Crunchy, flavorful and non-fat, these sweet nothings are a truly guilt-free treat.


Lime Chiffon Pie

Bursting with tangy flavor, this pie is a perfect ending to a great party.

Lemon Madeleines

Pack these delicate cookies in an airy, open-weave basket to give as a present.


Insalata Antipasto

In this dish, the traditional Italian appetizer becomes an easy-to-serve salad.


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Green Beans With Wild Mushrooms

Mixing wild mushrooms with green beans is a great way to make the most of a pricey but delectable ingredient....


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Gougère Bites

Guests will gobble up these petite cheese puffs so quickly, you might want to make a double batch.


Ginger and Pecan Scones

These scones look great made into a variety of shapes (use large cookie cutters). To give, arrange scones on a...


Divine Divinity

This treat takes a bit of effort, but the result are truly divine.

Crisp Roasted Ducklings

Flavored with lemon and glazed with tangy hot-pepper jelly, these ducklings are the stars of an elegant dinner. Finish them...


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Cranberry-Lime Rickeys

Try this refreshing -- and Christmasy -- twist on an old favorite.


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Cranberry-Lime Rickeys

Try this refreshing -- and Christmasy -- twist on an old favorite.


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Cranberry Punch

This festive punch is the perfect color for Christmas.


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Cranberry Punch

This festive punch is the perfect color for Christmas.


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Country Pâté

This rich spread makes a hearty appetizer. Cut it into thin slices and serve with assorted crackers, mustards, and cornichons.