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Gifts from the Kitchen: Savory Treats
By Brenda Hyde
Savory gifts from the kitchen are great for men's holiday
gifts, especially teachers or co-workers. The mustards
would be great in a basket with sausage and cheese for
dad or grandpa too.
Horseradish Mustard
Ingredients:
1/2 cup dry mustard
1/4 cup mustard seeds
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
3 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons drained prepared horseradish
1 tsp. red pepper flakes
Combine all ingredients in blender until smooth.
Store in air tight containers in refrigerator up to
several months. Makes 1 3/4 cups.
Gift Basket Suggestion: Place mustard, a summer
sausage or salami, pumpernickel bread and some
good hard cheese in a wicker basket for a spicy
gift!
Garlic Mustard
Ingredients:
8 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 8 ounce jar Dijon-style mustard
1/2 tsp. basil leaves
1/4 tsp. oregano leaves
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place garlic in a small
baking dish and drizzle with oil. Roast 20-30 minutes,
stirring frequently until garlic is soft. Mash garlic,
removing any tough pieces. Combine with other
ingredients and refrigerate overnight to blend flavors.
Makes about 1 cup mustard.
Fruited Rice Curry Mix
Ingredients:
1 cup long grain rice
1/4 cup mixed dried fruits, chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons light raisins
1 tablespoon minced dried onion
2 tsp. curry powder
2 tsp. beef bouillon granules
1/2 tsp. salt
In a bowl combine all ingredients and place
in airtight containers. Directions to enclose:
To prepare rice, combine mix with 2 1/2 cups
water and 2 tablespoons margarine in a saucepan;
cover tightly. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer
20 minutes. Do not lift cover. Makes 4 cups.
About The Author
Brenda Hyde is a freelance writer living on ten acres in rural Michigan with her husband and three kids. She is also editor of StandBesideHer.com and has a family friendly blog, On the Front Porch.
Sheila "I am a Christian Woman, a stay home homemaker and a Mom.
My interests: I love to knit, crochet, sew, embrodiery, and quilt. I play the piano, read music, I write Chrisitan poems and writings. I collect teddy bears, angels, hearts and butterflies."
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