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Give the Gift of Flavorful Food: From your Kitchen with Love

It’s hard to go wrong with homemade food gifts for holiday giving! The ideas here range from savory to sweet & a little something for the adult drink crowd.

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A Dozen Delicious Bean Recipes for Budget-Friendly Meals

So many different types of beans! They’re a great budget-friendly meal. Here’s what you need to know about cooking dry beans & some tasty bean recipes.

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Homemade Creme de Cacao – Chocolate Liqueur for Your Happiest Hour

Homemade Creme de Cacao liqueur is great for gift giving, but be sure to make an extra bottle for you! It makes happy hour happy.

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Cookies in a Jar Make an Easy Gift for Your Favorite Sweet Tooth

For an easy-to-make gift, cookies in a jar can’t be beat. Everyone loves homemade cookies! Make a bunch of these for gift giving & hostess gifts.

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Spicy Italian Sausage Recipe: Homemade and Delicious

Our best homemade Italian sausage recipe is surprisingly easy to make. Start with fresh ground pork, add some seasonings, and a splash of wine and you’re ready to cook!

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This Easy Kimchi Recipe is Great for First Time Fermenters

My family loves this kimchi recipe. It’s spicy and crunchy and salty. Kimchi is a great side dish for those nights you don’t have time to make a salad.

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Gardening Gift Ideas to Fit Any Budget

Want to treat your favorite gardener to something that’s just perfect for them? These gardening gifts will get them growing, and with a range of prices. 

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Ginger Spiced Fresh Cranberry Sauce with Orange

This homemade cranberry sauce with orange and ginger will rock your holiday table. It’s sweet and tangy and very flavorful. A perfect addition to the Christmas or Thanksgiving buffet. It’s…

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Easy Lavender Bath Bomb Recipe

Make these lavender scented bath bombs for a relaxing soak. Or make up a big batch for gift giving. The teens on your shopping list will love them.

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Mind-Blowingly Delicious Roasted Okra (No, REALLY!)

If you haven’t tried roasted okra yet, you’re missing out! A lower carb alternative to French fries, you will devour this crispy & healthy baked okra!

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Growing Lettuce in an Indoor Winter Garden

Try your hand at growing lettuce indoors! Eat fresh salad greens year round by adopting the idea of growing an inside garden. Perfect for city folks!

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Homemade Kahlua Recipe for Yourself or Gift Giving

This homemade kahlua recipe starts with freshly brewed coffee instead of instant granules. It’s great for gift giving or simply indulging yourself.

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Making Ricotta Cheese at Home: It’s Easier than you Think!

Making ricotta cheese is easy! With only three ingredients, this recipe for homemade ricotta cheese is simple to tackle at home. It’s a great way to use milk that’s nearing…

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Make this Friendship Soup Mix in a Jar for an Easy Gift

Need a last minute gift that you can put together in a hurry? Try this soup mix in a jar! Layer in the ingredients and tie on a recipe card…

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Turn Poor Soil into a Thriving Garden with Sheet Mulching

Lasagna gardening is an easy way to get started with no-till growing. Sheet mulching with materials you have on hand makes for a budget-friendly garden.

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Cookies in a Jar Make an Easy Gift for Your Favorite Sweet Tooth

For an easy-to-make gift, cookies in a jar can’t be beat. Everyone loves homemade cookies! Make a bunch of these for gift giving & hostess gifts.

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kahlua and cream in a glass

Homemade Kahlua Recipe for Yourself or Gift Giving

This homemade kahlua recipe starts with freshly brewed coffee instead of instant granules. It’s great for gift giving or simply indulging yourself.

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30+ Ideas for Making Memories: How to Give Experiences Instead of Gifts

Too much stuff? Consider giving a gift of experiences instead of gifts this year. Check out this gift guide featuring activity gift ideas and experiences to give for a memorable…

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