- Is there a panini press on your wishlist? (image: Cuisinart Panini Press)
Whether you’re cooking for a family or just for one, a Panini maker can help dress up an ordinary sandwich. Here are the most popular Panini makers, plus healthy recipes to print and attach to your gift.
Panini Makers:
Cuisinart Griddle/Panini Press
Cost: $49.95
Le Creuset Panini Press
Cost: $85.00
Krups Universal Grill Panini Maker
Cost: $79.99
Simply Calphalon Nonstick Panini Pan
Cost: $39.95
Healthy Panini Recipes:
We’re kicking off the holiday season with 12 Days of Holiday Gifts — gifts that are both homemade and gifts you can buy at the store for your loved ones this season. Day 1: Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Sticks that you can make with your kids.
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Instead of forking over tons of cash for fancy oils, make your own custom blends. Jazz up everything from salad dressings to late night snacks with these flavorful infusions — and get a dose of heart-healthy fats while you’re at it.
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- Homemade Limoncello
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When life gives you lemons—make Limoncello! This classic Italian liqueur is mainly produced in southern Italy and is traditionally served as a sweet after-dinner digestif.
Made from pure grain alcohol or sometimes vodka, this sweet beverage has a powerful kick, but a smooth flavor. This Christmas, I’m giving my friends small individual bottles of Limoncello that I’ve had fermenting since earlier this fall. It only takes one month to make, but the longer it sits the smoother it gets!
Try this smooth spirit as a holiday gift, or make some to bring in the New Year.
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- Whole-Wheat Tortilla Crackers and Parmesan-Oregano Crackers
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If you’ve got the cookie recipes covered, try a savory twist on your holiday gifts with homespun crackers. We’ve got two basic recipes you can use to create all kinds of festive flavors.
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- Ina Garten's Salted Caramels - Image Courtesy Food Network Magazine
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Sure, you can buy candy for friends and family this holiday season, but why not add a special homemade touch? We’ve got 3 winning caramel recipes and a video from Alton Brown to help walk you through the simple steps.
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- Giada's Homemade Bellini Kit - Image Courtesy Food Network Magazine
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Instead of arriving at a party with the same old bottle of bubbly, Giada suggests showing up with a Bellini kit, complete with fruit purees, an ice bucket and a bottle of Prosecco. Here’s how she puts it together.
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- Aida Mollenkamp's Fruit Chips
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Help a friend get their apple a day this holiday season with a container of Aida’s easy spiced fruit chips. These festive chips are super-simple to make, and they’ll stand out from the crowd of cakes, candies and cookies.
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- Flavored Vinegar
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I start brainstorming holiday gifts for friends and family almost as soon as Thanksgiving ends! I love to use my culinary inspiration to create handmade gifts for loved ones, and this year I am making flavored vinegars. The fun thing about flavored vinegars is that they are super simple, so you can literally make each one personalized for the recipient and their tastes without a lot of hassle.
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- Ina's Toasted Coconut Marshmallows
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If you’re a fan of fluffy marshmallows, try making your own — you’ll never want the bagged ones again! Ina Garten likes to top them with crunchy pieces of toasted coconut. We’ve got a few more ideas to transform this childhood favorite into an amazing holiday treats.
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