Love crunch gingerbread granola.
Make gift giving extra special with these beautiful, edible tree ornaments. To decorate, pipe a thin border of white royal icing onto the cookies, then flood with more icing. Let icing dry for at least 36 hours. Stir together equal parts of royal blue gel food colouring and vodka, and use fine-tipped food-safe paintbrushes to make your designs. Let cookies stand until colour is dry, then add some butcher’s twine or ribbon.
Gingerbread cookies. (Photo, Roberto Caruso.)Vendors in Rome’s Campo dei Fiori market sell a mix of herbs and chilies that complements a variety of dishes. Stir up a batch in just five minutes; this savoury spice blend makes a great instant gift.rn
Roman spice mix. (Photo, Sian Richards.)Every year, we get letters and phone calls asking for this recipe. Originally in our December 1997 issue, it is moist, rich and delicious (thanks to a secret ingredient or two). No wonder it’s Canada’s favourite fruitcake! What’s your family’s favourite holiday recipe?
Ultimate fruitcake recipe. (Photo, Erik Putz.)Serve gingerbread for breakfast with this delicious granola, flavoured with molasses and sweet spices. Get it while you can — this festive cereal is available only until December 31st.
Love Crunch gingerbread granola, $6, Nature's Path.
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