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Holiday Kitchen
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GIVING THE GIFT OF GOOD FOOD Written by GAIL MCGLOTHIN Photographed by APRIL MCGLOTHIN-ELLER
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uying Christmas presents year-round makes life so much easier when the holiday season starts. Then I can focus on what I really like about the holidays – cooking – especially because I like to give food as holiday gifts.
Growing up in a family of six with my grandparents, an aunt, and a cousin next door meant guests and food were overflowing from November through the New Year. Trays of homemade candy were beside each door, and cakes, cookies and nuts were stacked on the tables and cabinets throughout both houses. While baking for my family, adding enough ingredients to expand the treat to include for a gift or two is simple enough to do. Canning during the abundant fruit season means some gifts are waiting in the pantry. Try a little planning to help it all come together. First, make a list of who will have the pleasure of your efforts. Then decide how much of what. Keep an eye out at yard sales and resale shops for holiday dishes to give along with the treats they carry.
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