GIFTS FROM A JAR RECIPES

[Kitchen Witch]

GIFTS FROM A JAR RECIPES

It's that time of the year again and many of us will be making "Gifts from a Jar" goodies to pass on to our friends and family members who look forward to receiving them! Homemade is always from the heart!

There are many fancy jars that can be used and so many pretty decorations for your jars. But most important - your jar gifts will always mean something to those who receive them!

Whether it is a gift of muffins, breads, brownies, bars, cookies, soups, seasoning mixes, beverages or even bath products - please feel free to post your recipes here.

And don't forget - a pretty tag with the directions on the back are just what make it so simple for them to make.

Recipes for quart jars or pint jars or any other size are welcomed.

Remember to seal your jars well with tight-fitting lids and seals. You can cut circles of decorative fabrics to cover the lids and use ribbon to tie around the fabric. A pretty bow or a decoration to celebrate the season or occasion can be attached to the ribbon.

Fancy small canisters with a good seal are great for homemade tea, coffee and hot chocolate mixes - or any other beverage mix.

There are so many cute little containers that will hold any size seasoning mix! Many can be found in dollar stores - which makes them cheaper than purchasing a case of Ball or Kerr canning jars.

A wide-mouth container is always easier to work with and so much easier to fill. Place your finished gifts in a nice basket trimmed with ribbon and decorated with flowers, poinsettias, pine cones, etc. for attractive appeal. Or you may want to line your gift basket with holiday/occasion print material - or - depending on the basket size - you can line it with a tablecloth, table runner, cloth napkins, etc. Or tuck in a few dish towels, potholders, oven mitts, etc. Is it a large basket? What about adding a set of measuring spoons, measuring cups, a spatula, wire whisk, rolling pin, set of cookie cutters, spatula, parchment paper, bakeware - the list is endless!!!

What a great gift you can give to the new bride or a bride-to-be! Or just to make for someone special. After all - our kitchen utensils do wear out after a while and new replacements are always nice!

Want to keep it simple? Just cover the lid of your jar with material and tie it with ribbon. Attach your tag and it's ready to go. Want to make it a little more special? For example, a soup mix gift jar with a wooden spoon, or a soup pot, a couple soup bowls or fancy soup spoons. A brownie mix could always have a spatula, square baking pan and a rubber spatula. A simple cookie jar could just have a cookie cutter attached with the gift tag. What about an air-tight container to store the finished product?? Use your imagination and have a lot of fun this holiday season!

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OATMEAL SPICE COOKIE MIX

MAKES 1-QT. JAR

2 1/4 c. cake flour
1/2 t. baking soda
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. ground nutmeg
1/4 t. ground cardamom
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 c. old-fashioned rolled oats

Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg and cardamom in medium bowl. Layer into 1-qt. jar with tight-fitting lid a third at a time, packing down lightly before adding next layer. Whisk together sugar and brown sugar in small blowl; place in resealable food storage bag; place oats in a separate resealable food storage bag. Place bags in jar.

Cover top of jar with fabric; attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.

GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

OATMEAL SPICE COOKIE MIX
Makes about 40 cookies

1 jar Oatmeal Spice Cookie Mix
1 c. vegetable shortening
1 egg
1/2 t. vanilla

Preheat oven to 375* F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

Remove packets from jar. Mix sugars and shortening in large bowl until creamy. Add egg and vanilla and mix well. Add remaining contents from jar, a third at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in oats using a spoon.

Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place 2-inches apart on prepared baking sheet. Dip fork into water and press each ball to flatten the cookie forming a criss-cross pattern. Repeat for all cookies.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes oruntil tops are golden. Cool 5 minutes on baking sheet before transferring to wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

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MIXED BERRY MUFFIN MIX

MAKES 1 QUART JAR

2 1/4 c. cake flour
3/4 t. baking soda
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. ground nutmeg
1/4 t. ground cardamom
1/4 t. ground ginger
3/4 c. sugar
2 c. dried mixed berries (cranberries, blueberries, strawberries, or your favorite berries)

Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, cardamom and ginger in medium bowl. Layer mixture into 1-qt. jar with tight-fitting lid, a third at a time, pakcing down lightly before adding next layer. Place sugar and berries in separate resealable food storage bags; add bags to jar.

Cover top of jar with fabric; attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.

GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

MIXED BERRY MUFFIN MIX
MAKES 1 DOZEN MUFFINS

1 jar Mixed Berry Muffin Mix
1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 c. buttermilk
2 eggs

Preheat oven to 375* F. Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or line with paper liners.

Remove packets from jar. Place contents of sugar packet in medium bowl; add butter, buttermilk and eggs. Mix until creamy. Add remaining contents of jar a third at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in dried berries with spoon.

Spoon evenly into prepared muffin cups, about 1/3 c. batter per muffin cup. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of muffin comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack 5 minutes; remove from pan and cool completely on wire rack.

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DECADENT BLONDE BROWNIE MIX

MAKES 1 1/2 QUART JAR

1 1/2 c. flour
1 t. baking powder
1/2 t. salt
1 pkg. (10 oz.) semisweet chocolate chunks**
3/4 c. sugar
3/4 c. light brown sugar, firmly packed
3/4 c. coarsely chopped macadamia nuts

**If chocolate chunks are not available, cut 1 (10 oz.) thick chocolat candy bar into 1/2-inch pieces to equal 1 1/2 c.

Layer ingredients attractively in any order into 1 1/2-qt. jar with tight-fitting lid. Pack ingredients down lightly before adding next layer.

Cover top of jar with fabric and attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.


GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

DECADENT BLONDE BROWNIE MIX
MAKES 2 DOZEN BROWNIES

1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, softened
2 eggs
2 t. vanilla
1 jar Decadent Blonde Brownie Mix

Preheat oven to 375* F. Spray 13 X 9-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Beat butter in large bowl until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla until blended. (Mixture may appear curdled.) Add contents of jar to butter mixture; stir until well blended.

Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes oruntil golden brown. Cool in pan on wire rack. Cut into squares.

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FESTIVE ORANGE-CRANBERRY WAFFLE MIX

MAKES 1 PINT JAR

1 c. flour
2 t. baking powder
1/2 t. baking soda
1/4 t. salt
1 t. dried orange peel
1/2 t. ground cinnamon
1/3 c. yellow cornmeal
1/3 c. sugar
1/2 c. dried cranberries or dried cherries, coarsely chopped

Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in medium bowl. Layer mixture attractively with other ingredients in the order listed above into 1-pt. jar with tight-fitting lid, packing down ligtly before adding next layer.

Cover top of jar with fabric; attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.

GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

FESTIVE ORANGE-CRANBERRY WAFFLE MIX
MAKE 4 7-INCH WAFFLES

1 jar Festive Orange-Cranberry Waffle Mix
1 c. buttermilk
1/4 to 1/2 c. milk or orange juice, divided
1 egg
1 t. vanilla
3 T. butter, melted

Preheat and prepare waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.

Place contents of jar in large bowl; stir until well blended. Whisk together buttermilk, 1/4 c. milk, egg and vanilla in mediu bowl. Add to flour mixture; stir until just moistened. Stir in butter. Add additional milk,1 T. at a time, if batter is to thick.

Spoon about 3/4 c. batter onto waffle iron. Close lid; bake until steaming stops or affles are brown and crispy. Serve immediately with desired toppings.

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WHITE BEAN CHOWDER MIX
MAKES 1 QUART JAR

2 c. dried white beans
1/3 c. imitation bacon bits
1/3 c. dried chopped or minced onions
2 T. chicken bouillon granulles or 6 chicken bouillon cubes, unwrapped
2 T. dried celery flakes
1 T. dried thyme
1 t. seasoned pepper
3/4 c. instant mashed potato flakes

Place beans in 1-qt. jar with tight fitting lid. Place bacon bits, onions, bouillon, celery flakes, thyme and pepper in resealable food storage bag; place potato flakes in separate resealable food storage bag. Place bags in jar.

Cover top of jar with fabric; attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.

GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

WHITE BEAN CHOWDER
MAKES 8 SERVINGS

1 jar White Bean Chowder Mix
6 c. chicken broth
1 can (14 1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes

Remove packets from jar. Place beans in 5 to 6-qt. pot; add enough water to cover by 1-inch. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 5 minutes. Turn off heat and let beans sit, covered, for 1 hour; drain.

Add broth, tomatoes and contents of seasoning packet. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover and reduce heat; simmer 90 minutes or until beans are tender.

Add packet of potato flakes and stir in. Cover and turn off heat. Let chowder sit for 5 minutes. Remove lid, stir and let soup sit for 10 minutes more. Stir again and serve immediately.

[Kitchen Witch]

BAKING SPICE MIX

MAKES ABOUT 1/2 CUP

1/3 c. ground cinnamon
3 T. ground allspice
1 1/2 T. ground cardamom
1 T. ground nutmeg
2 t. ground cloves
2 t. ground ginger


Whisk together ingredients in small bowl. Pack in decorative container with tight-fitting lid.

Attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.

GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

BAKING SPICE MIX:

Use Baking Spice mIx measure-for-measure in recipes that call for ground cinnamon, allspice, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves or ginger.

OR:
Mix 2 t. Baking Spice Mix with 1/2 c. sugar. Store in airtight container. Sprinkle over hot cereal.

Add 1/2 to 1 t. Mix to waffle or pancake batter.

Sprinkle over vanilla or chocolate ice cream.

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FAJITA SEASONING MIX

MAKES 1 1/3 CUPS

1/2 c. chile powder
3 T. cayenne pepper
2 1/2 T. garlic powder
2 1/2 T. celery salt
2 T. lemon pepper
1 T. ground cumin
2 t. ground oregano
2 t. paprika
2 t. salt
1 t. ground nutmeg
1 t. light brown sugar, firmly packed

Whisk all ingredients together in small bowl; Pack in decorative container with tight-fitting lid.

Attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.

GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

FAJITAS

MAKES 6 SERVINGS

1/4 c. corn or vegetable oil
1/3 c. fresh lime juice (from 2 or 3 limes)
2 T. Fajita Seasoning Mix
1 lb. chicken or pork, thinly sliced into bite-sized pieces
1/2 white or red onion, sliced lengthwise
1/2 green bell pepper, sliced lengthwise
Flour tortillas, heated
Grated cheese, fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, salsa (optional)

Mix oil, lime juice and Fajita Seasoning Mix in a nonreactive bowl or a resealable food storage bag. Add chicken; marinate in refrigerator 1 hour.

Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Heat 10-inch cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add drained chicken, onions and peppers. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.

Spoon mixture into warm tortillas and garnish as desired.

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[Kitchen Witch]

CHEESY HERB SEASONING MIX

MAKES ABOUT 1/2 CUP


1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese (nonrefrigerated variety)
2 T. dried parsley flakes
2 t. dried chopped or minced onion
1 t. sugar
1 t. white sesame seeds
1/2 t. dried basil
1/2 t. dried oregano
1/2 t. dried marjoram
1/2 t. garlic powder
1/4 t. lemon pepper
1/4 t. paprika

Whisk ingredients in small bowl. Pack in decorative container with tight-fitting lid.

Attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.


GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

CHEESY HERB SALAD DRESSING
MAKES ABOUT 1 1/4 CUPS

1 1/2 T. Chessy Herb Seasoning Mix
3/4 c. olive oil
1/4 c. red wine vinegar
2 1/2 T. water

Combine seasoning mix, oil, vinegar and water in 1-pt. container with tight-fitting lid; shake 30 seconds to emulsify ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.

MORE CHEESY HERB SEASONING MIX IDEAS:

FOR CHEESY HERB BREADSTICKS - sprinkle mix over refrigerated breadstick dough, about 1/2 t. per breadstick. Bake according to package directions.

FOR CHEESY HERB PASTA - sprinkle pasta with some olive oil and seasoning mix and toss well.



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SPICY SOY SAUCE

MAKES ABOUT 4 1/2 CUPS

3 c. soy sauce, regular or low-sodium
3/4 c. cider vinegar or rice vinegar
3/4 to 1 c. whole dried red chiles
2 T. sugar

Place all ingredients in 1-qt. jar with tight-fitting lid. (If jar has a metal lid, place a piece of plastic wrap over rim of jar before sealing. Shake to combine. Store in cool place - UP TO 6 MONTHS BEFORE USING.

Shake jar occasionally to distribute flavors and dissolve sugar. (Chiles will sink as they soak up liquid.)

Pour into decorative jar with tight-fitting lid. Cover top of jar with fabric; attach gift tag/recipes card with ribbon.


GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

SPICY SOY SAUCE

USE SPICY SOY SAUCE anytime a recipe calls for regular soy sauce. The chiles may be removed, chopped, and added to cooked rice and vegetables, over grilled meat or fish, or included in any marinade that also calls for soy sauce.


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FLAVORED SUGARS

MAKES 1 PINT JAR FOR EACH FLAVOR


FOR ORANGE SUGAR:
1 3/4 to 2 c. sugar plus thin slices of peel from 1 orange

FOR VANILLA SUGAR:
1 3/4 to 2 c. sugar plus 1 vanilla bean , split in half lengthwise and cut in half crosswise

FOR MINT SUGAR:
1 3/4 to 2 c. sugar plus 1/4 c. fresh mint leaves, rinsed and thoroughly dried

FOR CINNAMON SUGAR:
1 3/4 to 2 c. sugar plus 3 to 4 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks, broken in half

FOR ROSEMARY SUGAR:
1 3/4 to 2 c. sugar plus 2 to 3 (4-inch) fresh rosemary sprigs, rinsed and thoroughly dried

Place about 3/4 c. sugar into 1-pint jar with tight-fitting lid. Add layer of orange peel, vanilla bean, mint, cinnamon or rosemary. Layer sugar and flavorings, ending with sugar on top, packing down lightly before adding next layer.

Shake or roll jar every day or two to blend flavors. Set aside for at least 2 weeks before using.

Cover top of jar with fabric; attach gift tag/recipe card with ribbon.

NOTE: SUGAR MAY PICK UP COLORS FROM THE FLAVORINGS; THIS IS NORMAL.


GIFT TAG/RECIPE CARD:

FLAVORED SUGAR:
Substitute Flavored Sugar anytime a recipe calls for granulated sugar. For example, use Orange Sugar in cofffeecake; Vanilla Sugar in cookies; Mint Sugar in hot or iced teas; Cinnamon Sugar in any baked item, or on cake, cookies or buttered toast; or Rosemary Sugar over fresh fruit.

[Shadows]

Recipe Name: SHADOW'S BARBECUE SAUCE
Category: SAUCES
Serves: 8

SOURCE THIS RECIPE COMES FROM SHADOWS
1 1/4 cups tomato paste or catsup (good with either or mixtur
1 cup water
1/2 cup onion chopped
juice of one lemon
1/4 cup beer
1 teaspo salt
1 teaspo chili powder
1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 big dashes of hot sauce such as Tabasco
1/4 cup vinegar
1/8 cup basil vinegar or balsamic vinegar (I prefer the ba
1 clove garlic

Place all ingredients in sauce pan except the onion and garlic. Put onion and garlic in a blender and liquefy. Mix with the other ingredients in the sauce pan. Heat until boiling over low heat, let simmer for 20 minutes. Good on all meats.


This is the sauce my wife and I used to give as Christmas gifts to friends and family, we had many repeat requests for it as a gift.

[persephone1946]

Since I like to make baskets for others for the holidays, these are great ideas. Thanks.
A J

[Ohiojude]

Kitchen Witch

You Rock!! This is an awsome idea. I have to try and do some of these.

thank you. I love your posts.
j

[CherieW]

These sound great. I've ordered a set of cook books just for this type of gift. I'll be supplying ya'll with some of those recipes as soon as I get the books. These make great Christmas gifts. I gave some last year, and everyone loved them.

[Kitchen Witch]

AJ, CherieW and Ohiojude -

Thank you , thank you and thank you!

I have more that I will be posting. I am glad that you are enjoying these.

So you say you make baskets!!! Oh well - here I go - I LOVE TO MAKE BASKETS!

I started making them may years ago when I couldn't think of a gift for the hard to buy for!

Would you like some ideas??

ITALIAN BASKET - Use a large pasta pot or sauce pot or fancy pasta dish. I put in my homemade sapgheti sauce, packages of spaghetti and pasta (and yes, I even drove to Canada to purchase spaghetti that is 3 feet long!!!!), a fresh loaf of Italian bread, a wedge of Parmesan/Reggiano cheese with a cheese grater, a wooden spoon, a spaghetti server, a colander, spaghetti forks (with the middle tine longer for twirling spaghetti), dried fava beans, Torrone candy, red and white checked tablecloth and napkins, potholders and kitchen cloths.

CHINESE BASKET - Use a wok and fill it with teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, Five Spice powder (homemade), rice wine vinegar, chopsticks, fortune cookies, rice noodles, teas, etc. and a decorative plastic cutting board.

MEXICAN BASKET - Fill with homemade taco seasoning, salsa, picante sauces, beans, rice, tortilla shells, taco holder, tortilla holder, masa harina flour, kitchen towels and potholders with chile peppers on them.

SOUP POT - Homemade soup mixes, soup noodles, crackers, soup mugs/bowls, soup spoons, a ladel, potholders, etc.

ELECTRIC/TABLE TOP GRILLS - Homemade rubs, BBQ sauces, skewers, BBQ utensils, oven mitts, marinades, a glass dish for marinades, etc.

A fancy tray with matching mugs for homemade hot chocolate mix, coffee or tea mixes, pound cake mix, cake mix, cookie mix, and maybe there is room for matching dessert plates with this one!

Someone's first Thanksgiving? (new bride maybe) Use a turkey platter. Homemade bisquick in a fancy glass gallon jar in the middle of the platter surrounded by jars of homemade mixes for pie crusts, cakes, gravies, seasonings, etc. plus a turkey baster, a meat thermometer, a bottle of Gravy Master, turkey potholders and kitchen towels - makes a great gift!

What about using a 13 X 9-inch pan? Stand layer cake pans and a pie pan in the pan with an great assortment of homemade mixes, cookie cutters, rolling pin, cake decorator, and place on a cooky tin with measuring cups and spoons, etc. and stand a wire cooling rack behind it.

How about a roasting pan? Homemade gravy mix, biscuit/roll mix, seasonings, rubs, etc. with a meat thermometer, roasting rack, potholders, oven mitts, etc.

Use a crockpot and fill it with mixes and seasonings, a ladel, cutting board, etc.

Snacklover??? Large bowl, fill with popcorn popper (air popper), bags of popcorn, popcorn seasoning mixes, fancy nuts, or nuts that you have spiced up yourself! Matching individual snack bowls, napkins, etc.

Homemade beverage mixes go nicely with 1, 1 1/2, and 2 qt. pitchers, glasses, ice bucket, ice cube trays, etc. And don't forget the coasters!!!

You can use almost anthing and fill it with so much!!

I visit the dollar store to make sure I have a good supply of clear cellophane wrap and printed rolls of cellophane wrap because you just never know when you need to make one up! And don't forget to have tons of ribbons, bows, trinkets and decorations - and most of all - scotch tape!!!!

[persephone1946]

Thank you, again. I make baskets full of baked goodies for all the people I know who don't bake, anymore. I will gladly incorporate some of your ideas into mine.

Keep on posting.

A J

[Kitchen Witch]

Cajun Seasoning


2 ounces paprika
2 ounces garlic powder
1 ounce onion powder
4 tablespoons dried marjoram
4 tablespoons dried thyme
3 tablespoons cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons black pepper
4 tablespoons salt

Combine spices and store in airtight container.


Yield:
"1 1/2 cups"


NOTES : Use to season poultry and fish. For blackened chicken or fish, rub with Cajun Seasoning before browning in a heavy pan.

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Dry Marinade for Meat or Poultry


SPICE BLEND:
2 ounces salt
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
4 ounces paprika
1 ounce dried oregano -- crumbled
2 ounces dried thyme -- crumbled
2 tablespoons ground cumin
MARINADE FOR 20 LB MEAT:
4 ounces Spice Blend (see ingredients above) -- (1 cup)
1 pound onion -- very finely chopped
2 ounces garlic cloves -- minced
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup lemon juice

Mix spices. Store in sealed glass jar. Use as needed for marinade (follows).

Mix spices with onion, garlic, oil, and lemon juice. May be prepared in food processor.

Rub over meat or poultry. Marinate several hours or over night in the refrigerator.

Grill or roast meat or poultry as per recipe instructions.


Yield:
"10 oz dry spice"


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Pancake Mix


9 pounds all-purpose flour
8 ounces baking powder
1/4 cup salt
24 ounces granulated sugar
24 ounces nonfat dry milk

No directions included. See notes.


Yield:
"12 lb mix"


NOTES : VARIATION:

Buttermilk Pancake Mix. Substitute 1 lb 8 oz dry buttermilk for nonfat dry milk and add 2 Tbsp baking soda.



Pancakes From Mix


2 pounds pancake mix
7 ounces eggs (about 4 total) -- beaten
1 quart water
4 ounces oil or melted shortening

Weigh approximate amount of Pancake Mix

Add beaten eggs, water, and cooled melted fat.

Stir only until mix is dampened.


Cook until cake is full of bubbles. Turn and finish cooking.


Yield:
"30 cakes"


NOTES : To make 50 cakes: use 3 lb of Pancake mix, 6 (10 oz) beaten eggs, 1 1/2 qt water, 6 oz shortening.

To make 100 cakes: use 6 lb of Pancake mix, 12 (1 lb 5 oz) beaten eggs, 3 qt water, 12 oz shortening.

To make 200 cakes: use 12 lb of Pancake mix, 24 (2 lb 10 oz) beaten eggs, 1 1/2 gal water, 1 lb 8 oz shortening.

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Seasoned Salt


1 pound salt
2 ounces celery salt
2 ounces onion powder
1 ounce garlic powder
1 tablespoon paprika
4 tablespoons chili powder

Mix all ingredients together thoroughly. Store covered.


Yield:
"2 cups"


NOTES : Can be used to season meats, salads, or vegetables.

[Kitchen Witch]

Gift Brownie Mix - in a Jar

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Ingredients to be added by the cook
1 cup butter, melted
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla


1. Wash and dry jars and lids in the dishwasher.
2. Mix together flour, baking powder, and salt in a quart jar, pack firmly and brush residue off the insides of the jar with a pastry brush.
3. Add cocoa, pack firmly and brush sides.
4. Add sugar, pack and brush.
5. Add chocolate chips and seal.


6. Attach the following recipe:.
7. 1 jar brownie mix.
8. 1 cup butter melted.
9. 3 eggs.
10. 1 teaspoon vanilla.
11. Preheat oven to 350°F.
12. Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring.
13. Place brownie mix in a bowl and stir to mix.
14. Add butter, eggs and vanilla and mix until well blended.
15. Spead batter evenly in prepared pan.
16. Bake 25-30 minutes.
17. Cool completely before cutting.

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Almond Pancake Mix

3 cups nonfat dry milk
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup finely ground almonds
2/3 cup baking powder
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon salt

In a large bowl, stir all ingredients together until well blended. Store in a resealable plastic bag.

Yields about 7 1/2 cups pancake mix, enough for 3 batches of pancakes.

Give with the following recipe for pancakes.

Almond Pancakes

2 1/2 cups pancake mix
1 1/4 cups water
1 egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients, and stir just until moistened.

Heat a greased griddle over medium heat. For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup batter onto griddle and cook until top of pancake is full of bubbles and underside is golden brown. Turn with a spatula and cook until remaining side is golden brown. Re-grease griddle as necessary. Serve with butter and syrup.

Yields about 1 dozen 5-inch pancakes.

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Boston Baked Beans Mix in a Jar

2 cups small white pea beans
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt

Mix and store in an airtight jar.

Attach the following instructions to a gift tag:

Boston Baked Beans

1 jar Boston Baked Beans mix
2 slices diced bacon
4 3/4 cups water
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons dark molasses
2 tablespoons mustard

Combine all ingredients in a crockpot or bean pot. Cook on LOW in crockpot for 10 to 12 hours, or at 300 degrees F in oven, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Makes 8 to 10 servings.

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Cinnamon Pancake Mix in a Jar

3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons salt

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients; seal in a jar.

Attach the following recipe to the jar:

Cinnamon Pancakes

In medium bowl, combine 3/4 cup milk, 1 egg and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. With fork, blend in 1 1/3 cups pancake mix until moistened, but still lumpy. Cook on lightly greased griddle or skillet.

Yields 10 ( 5-inch) pancakes.

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Crocked Beer Cheese

This is hot and tangy - great to have on hand at all times.

1 1/2 pounds Cheddar cheese, grated
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 to 2 teaspoons Tabasco® sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) can beer, allowed to go flat

Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until a coarse purée. Cut a square of colored plastic wrap to fit a nice, new terracotta container or other suitable container. Put square inside the container with about 5 inches showing above the top of the container. Fill container with cheese. Gather wrap and tie with a raffia bow. This will keep for several weeks in the refrigerator.


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Curried Rice Mix in a Jar

This curried rice mix is an interesting side dish for plain chicken or pork.
1 cup long-grain rice
1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon curry powder

Layer the ingredients in the order given in a 1 1/2 cup jar.

Attach these instructions to the jar:

Curried Rice

Serves 6
2 1/2 cups water
Curried Rice Mix

In a medium saucepan bring the water to a boil. Add all the rice mix. Cover and reduce the heat to a simmer for 20 minutes.

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Five-Spice Sugar

5 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

In a 1/3- to 1/2-cup tall, narrow clear jar., layer the ingredients, contrasting light layers with dark layers.

Attach the following instructions to the jar:

Five Spice Sugar

To use, shake jar or stir spices until blended.

Sprinkle liberally onto buttered toast, sliced fruit or tapioca pudding. Or sprinkle the sugar onto muffin batter in pans before baking.

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Flapjacks in a Sack Mix

4 cups quick oats
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup powdered milk
3 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons cinnamon
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. This will make 4 1/2 batches.

Put 2 cups of mix into a sandwich-size zip-type bag and place in a decorative cloth bag with a string tied around it.

Attach these instructions to a gift tag:

Flapjacks in a Sack

Blend together 2 beaten eggs and 1/3 cup oil; stir in the flapjack mix and 1 cup of water alternately. Pour 1/4 cup batter on lightly oiled hot griddle. Cook until bubbles form on top of pancake. Turn and cook on other side until golden.

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Hush Puppy Mix in a Jar

1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. Store in a resealable plastic bag or jar. Makes 2 1/4 cups mix.

Attach the following to the jar:

Hush Puppies

In a deep skillet, heat 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil to 350 degrees F.

In a medium bowl, combine contents of jar with 1 1/2 cups buttermilk and 1 beaten egg. Stir until well blended. Drop mixture by spoonsful into hot oil. Fry until golden brown and thoroughly cooked through. Drain on paper towels and serve.

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Instant Baked Potato Soup Mix in a Jar

1 box sour cream and chive potatoes
Chive Sauce packet from potatoes
1 packet dry cheese sauce mix from boxed macaroni and cheese
1 tablespoon bacon bits

Remove packet of potatoes from box and use a roller or your fist to break most of the dry slices up into smaller pieces.

Combine all ingredients and put into a jar or decorative container. Attach the following instructions on a gift tag:

Instant Baked Potato Soup

Combine contents of jar with 2 cups milk and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer 8 to 10 minutes.


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Ultimate Buttermilk Pancake and Waffle Mix

Makes 4 quarts of wonderful mix to give as gifts.

8 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups buckwheat flour
1 cup corn flour
1/2 cup stone ground cornmeal
1/2 cup instant oatmeal, powdered in blender
2 cups buttermilk powder
5 tablespoons baking powder
2 tablespoons baking soda
1/4 cup vanilla powder
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons malt powder (optional)

In an extra large bowl, using a strong wire whisk, blend all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, buckwheat flour, corn flour, cornmeal, powdered oatmeal, baking powder, baking soda, vanilla powder, sugar, salt and malt (if using). Place mix into four 1 quart jars (you may need to tap the bottoms to get it all to fit) and store in a cool, dry place for up to one year.

NOTE: Whole wheat flour can go rancid if it gets too warm, so it may be a good idea to refrigerate this mix if you do not have a very cool place to store it.

Attach the following instructions on a gift tag:

Please refrigerate this mix until used.

Ultimate Waffles or Pancakes

1 cup Ultimate Pancake and Waffle Mix
1 egg
1/2 to 2/3 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

In a medium bowl, stir pancake mix with water, egg and vegetable oil. Add more water, if necessary, to make a medium thickness batter. If using as waffle batter, double recipe and follow manufacturer's directions. Make pancakes in usual fashion.

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Pizza Mix in a Jar

2 3/4 cups bread flour
1 package (1 tablespoon) active dry yeast
2 teaspoons salt

Combine all ingredients. Place in an airtight jar.

Attach these instructions on a gift tag:

Pizza

Makes two 12-inch pizzas

Contents of Pizza Dough Mix jar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup warm water
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon crushed oregano

Place the Pizza Dough Mix in a large bowl and add the olive oil and water. Beat with a wooden spoon or dough hook until mixture forms a ball. Turn out onto a floured board and knead for 5 minutes. Transfer to a greased bowl and let the dough rise for 90 minutes.

Divide the dough in half and pat into two 12-inch circles. For thin crust, fill and bake the pizzas now. For thicker crust, let pizzas rise 30 to 45 minutes.

Top the pizza dough with tomato sauce, cheeses of your choice and crushed oregano. Drizzle olive oil over the pizzas.

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F, and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

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Salsa Mix in a Jar

1 1/2 cups dried cilantro
1 teaspoon garlic powder (more to taste)
1/2 cup dried chopped onion
1/4 cup dried red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon pepper

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients until well blended. Put into a 1-pint jar.

Put the following instructions on a gift tag:

Spicy Salsa
Blend 2 tablespoons salsa mix with one 10 ounce can Mexican-style tomatoes. Serve with tortilla chips.

Salsa Spread
Blend 2 tablespoons salsa mix with 1 cup softened cream cheese. Serve with crackers or tortilla chips.

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Amaretto Cocoa Mix in a Jar

Have ready 8 (1-pint) jars.

10 1/2 cups non-fat dry milk
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 (8 ounce) jars Amaretto flavored non-dairy powdered creamer
3 1/2 cups Nestle's Quik
2 3/4 cups non-dairy powdered creamer
1/2 teaspoon salt

Combine all ingredients and divide among the jars. Yields approximately 8 pint size gift jars.

Attach the following directions on a card:

Amaretto Cocoa

Combine 3 heaping tablespoons of cocoa mix into 1 cup hot water or milk.

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Amaretto Coffee Creamer

3/4 cup non-dairy coffee creamer
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar

Combine all ingredients in an attractive container with a tight fitting lid. Shake well to blend. Store in airtight container and give creamer with the recipe for Amaretto Coffee.

Yields 12 servings.

To make Amaretto Coffee: In a mug, combine 2 tablespoons of creamer with 6 ounces of coffee.

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French Vanilla Cocoa Mix in a Jar

Yield: About 8 pint-size jars.

10 1/2 cups non-fat dry milk
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 (8 ounce) jars French vanilla flavored non-dairy powdered creamer
3 1/2 cups chocolate mix for milk (Nestle's Quick)
2 3/4 cup non-dairy powdered creamer
1/2 teaspoon salt

Combine all ingredients and ladle into jars. Cover tightly. Attach the following directions on a gift tag:

French Vanilla Cocoa

Stir 3 heaping tablespoons of cocoa mix into hot water or milk.

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Cafe au Lait Coffee Mix

1 1/2 cups nondairy creamer
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup instant coffee *
Dash of salt

For Sugar Twin, use 10 teaspoons for 1 cup of sugar.

* You can also use decaffeinated instant coffee.

Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor; blend until powder consistency. Put mixture into an attractive glass jar with a lid. To give as a gift, include a gift card with the following instructions:

To make Cafe Au Lait Coffee, mix 1/3 cup mix with 2/3 cup boiling water for individual servings.


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Swiss Mocha Coffee Mix

1 cup instant coffee
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups nonfat dry milk powder
4 teaspoons cocoa powder

For Sugar Twin, use 10 teaspoons for 1 cup of sugar.

* You can also use decaffeinated instant coffee.

Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor; blend until powder consistency. Put mixture into an attractive glass jar with a lid. To give as a gift, include a gift card with the following instruction:

To make Swiss Mocha Coffee: In a mug, combine 2 tablespoons of creamer with 6 ounces of coffee.

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White Hot Chocolate Mix

1 teaspoon vanilla powder
1 teaspoon dried orange peel
1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Combine ingredients and place in a small decorative clear glass jar.

Attach a gift card with these instructions:

Combine 1 1/2 cups milk and 1/4 cup White Hot Chocolate Mix in a pan over medium heat. Whisk until the chocolate is melted.
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Triple Hit Hot Chocolate Mix in a Jar

1 1/4 cups instant nonfat dry milk
1/4 cup instant powdered chocolate drink mix
1/4 cup mint chocolate chips
2 tablespoons powdered Swiss chocolate coffee creamer

Place all ingredients into a medium bowl and combine. Place mixture into a pint jar.

Include the following instructions on a gift tag if giving as a gift:

Triple Hit Hot Chocolate

Measure 1/3 cup Triple Hit Hot Chocolate Mix and place into drinking mug. Pour 1 cup of hot water over chocolate mixture. Stir until well-blended and mint chocolate chips are melted.

Makes about 5 cups prepared drink.

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Chocolate Malt Coffee Creamer

2 cups instant hot cocoa mix
2/3 cup nondairy powdered coffee creamer
2/3 cup malted milk powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Combine all ingredients well. Store in airtight container.

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Orange Cappuccino Coffee Mix

1 cup instant coffee*
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups nonfat dry milk
1 teaspoon dry orange peel

For Sugar Twin, use 10 teaspoons for 1 cup of sugar.

* You can also use decaffeinated instant coffee.

Put all ingredients into a blender or food processor; blend until powder consistency. Put mixture into an attractive glass jar with a lid. To give as a gift, include a gift card with the following instruction:

To make Orange Cappuccino Coffee, mix 1 to 2 teaspoons mix with 1 cup boiling water for individual servings.

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Sweet Spoons

1 (6 ounce) package chocolate chips
1 (6 ounce) package butterscotch chips
Colored sugar, sprinkles, etc.
Plastic spoons

Put chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt the chips for 2 minutes on MEDIUM power. In a separate bowl, do the same with the butterscotch chips. Stir chips with a mixing spoon. Let stand 1 minute, then stir again.

Dip a plastic spoon into either the melted chocolate or the melted butterscotch. Before the melted chocolate or butterscotch hardens on the spoon, sprinkle the spoon with colored sugar or sprinkles, if desired.

Place the spoons on plastic wrap to harden.

Wrap the dipped part of each spoon in plastic wrap and tie with ribbon to hold wrap in place.

For giving as gifts, place handle side down in a decorative mug. Give as gifts to be used for stirring hot chocolate or coffee.

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Candied Teaspoons

Vegetable cooking spray
34 pinches fruit-flavored hard candy, crushed
2 tablespoons white corn syrup
Heavy-eight plastic spoons

Make each batch with a different flavored candy.

Line a jellyroll pan with wax paper; spray with cooking spray.

In a small heavy saucepan, combine crushed candies and corn syrup over low heat. Stirring frequently, heat until candies melt. Spoon candy into bowl of each spoon. Place spoons on prepared pan with handles on rim and spoons level. Allow candy to harden. Store in airtight container.

Yields about 24 spoons.

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Chocolate Mint Creamer

3/4 cup non-dairy creamer
1/2 cup Dutch process cocoa
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Combine all ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake to blend thoroughly.

Makes 15 (2 tablespoon) servings. Stir into hot coffee.

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Buttermint Coffee Mix in Jars

1/2 cup powdered non dairy creamer
1/2 cup buttermints, coarsely crushed
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups powdered milk
3/4 cup instant coffee granules, divided
2 (1 pint) jars with lids

Combine the first 4 ingredients together in medium mixing bowl; divide equally and pour into jars. Divide and layer instant coffee on top of each. Secure lid.

Makes 2 jars.

Instructions to attach to jars:

Buttermint Coffee

Place mixture in a bowl; toss lightly. Spoon back into jar. Combine 1/4 cup mix with 2/3 cup boiling water; stir until mixture dissolves. Makes one serving.

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Raspberry Cocoa Mix in a Jar

2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup non-dairy creamer powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 packets unsweetened raspberry Kool-Aid
5 1/2 cups instant dry milk powder

Sift together the confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, non-dairy creamer, salt and Kool-Aid into a large bowl. Stir in the milk powder. Pour into pint jars, close tightly.

Yields about 9 cups prepared cocoa.

Attach the following instructions on a gift tag:

Raspberry Cocoa

Put 3 tablespoons mix into a cup and add hot water. Stir.

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Toffee Coffee Mix

2/3 cup instant coffee
1 cup non-dairy creamer
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed

Combine all ingredients well in a large bowl. Place in airtight jars.

To serve, place 2 to 3 teaspoons of mix in a mug and add boiling water.

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Spice Bags for Warm Winter Drinks

8 sticks cinnamon, broken into small pieces
2 whole nutmegs, crushed
1/3 cup whole cloves
1/3 cup minced dried orange peel (or 1/4 cup ground)
1/4 cup whole allspice berries
Optional: garnish with cinnamon sticks,
slice of orange, lemon peel

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Tie in sachets of 1 tablespoon each in a double thickness of cheesecloth; transfer to an airtight container. One sachet of the mixture will flavor 1 quart of cider, tea or wine.

To use, simmer 1 quart of the chosen beverage with 1 sachet for 20 minutes; ladle into mugs. If desired, add a garnish or a sprinkling of additional spirits.

[Kitchen Witch]

Almond Joy Brownies Mix in a Jar

2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder (wipe jar after this layer)
1 1/4 cups flaked coconut, sprinkled with 1 teaspoon
almond extract and tossed to blend
3/4 cup coarsely chopped whole almonds
1 1/4 cups flour mixed with 1 teaspoon baking powder
and 1 teaspoon salt

Layer ingredients in order given in a 1-quart wide-mouth canning jar. Press each layer firmly in place before adding next ingredient.

Attach the following instructions on a gift tag:

Almond Joy Brownies

Makes 2 dozen brownies.

Empty jar of brownie mix into large mixing bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly blend mix.

Add:

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter or margarine (not diet), melted
4 eggs, slightly beaten

Mix until completely blended. Spread batter in a sprayed 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

Cool completely in pan, then cut into 2-inch squares.


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Butterfinger Cookie Mix in a Jar

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon powdered vanilla
1 teaspoon baking soda

Combine all ingredients in a bowl, making sure there are no lumps in the brown sugar. Store in an airtight container.

If giving as a gift, attaching the following instructions:

Butterfinger Cookies

1 cup unsalted butter
1 large egg
1 cup Butterfinger bar, broken into pieces
Contents of jar or tin

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Beat butter until smooth with electric mixer. Add egg, and beat until combined. Add Butterfinger pieces, contents of the jar or tin, and blend on low. Form cookies into 1 1/2-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden. Remove from oven; let rest 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Makes 3 dozen cookies.

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Cake in a Coffee Mug

This recipe will make 8 or 9 coffee mug gifts.

1 (18.25 ounce) box cake mix any flavor
1 small box instant pudding mix (not
sugar free), any flavor

Place dry cake mix and dry pudding mix into a large bowl and blend well with a whisk. This will be about 4 to 4 1/2 cups dry mix and will make 8 or 9 coffee cup cake mixes. Place 1/2 cup dry mix into a sandwich bag. Place mix into a corner of the bag and tie it there with a twist tie. Continue making packets until all your dry mix is used.

Suggested Flavor Combinations
Lemon cake mix - lemon pudding
Yellow cake mix - chocolate pudding
Devils food cake mix - chocolate pudding
Pineapple cake mix - coconut pudding
Butterscotch cake mix - butterscotch pudding

Select a large coffee mug. Make sure that it contains no metallic paint as it will be used in the microwave. Check it to ensure that it holds 1 1/2 cups of water.

Decorating the cups (optional)
Paint on the cup if you like. DecoArt Ultra Gloss Acrylic Enamel is one brand of craft paint that can be made dishwasher safe by baking the painted cup in the oven (instructions are on the bottle of paint).

Glaze Mix
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons dry flavoring*

* powdered lemonade mix, powdered orange breakfast drink mix, cocoa powder, vanilla powder (sold by coffee flavorings)

NOTES

Select the flavoring appropriate to the cake you are making.

For the pineapple coconut cake include flaked coconut in a separate bag with instructions to sprinkle it over the frosted cake. Place the glaze mix ingredients into a sandwich bag and tie into corner of bag. Label this bag Glaze Mix and attach it to the other bag with a twist tie.

Place one baggie cake mix and one baggie glaze mix in each coffee cup. Now attach the following baking instructions to each coffee cup:

Bake a cake in a coffee cup. Generously spray inside of coffee cup with cooking spray. Empty contents of large packet into cup. Add 1 egg white, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon water to dry mix. Mix for 15 seconds, carefully mixing in all the dry mix. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes.( you may not get satisfactory results in a low wattage small microwave).

While cake is cooking, place ingredients from Glaze Mix into a very small container and add 1 1/2 teaspoons water. Mix well. When cake is done, pour glaze over cake in cup. Enjoy while warm.

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Hello Dolly Bars Mix in a Jar

This recipe, presented in a canning jar, is almost too pretty for recipient to eat.

1/2 cup walnuts or pecans
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
6 ounces butterscotch chips
1 cup coconut
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

Please graham cracker crumbs in a small zip-type bag. Layer ingredients in a quart size canning jar in the order given, placing the bag of crumbs on top.

Attached the following instructions on a gift tag:

Hello Dolly Bars

1/2 cup butter
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Melt butter. Stir in the bag of graham cracker crumbs. Pat evenly onto the bottom of an ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle remaining layered ingredients into crumb mixture and spread evenly with spoon. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over all. Bake for 30 minutes; cool. Cut into bars.

Makes about 36 bars.

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Russian Teacakes Cookie Mix in a Jar

1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans

Combine the confectioners' sugar and flour and place into a 1-quart canning jar. Put the chopped pecans on top.

Include the following instructions with the jar:

Russian Teacakes
3/4 cup solid shortening
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Confectioners' sugar

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease cookie sheets.

In a medium bowl, cream together shortening and butter. Stir in vanilla extract. Add the contents of the jar, and mix well. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool, and roll in confectioners' sugar.

Makes 4 dozen.

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Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Cookie Mix in a Jar

3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 3/4 cups flour mixed with 1 teaspoon baking
powder and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
8 large Reese's Peanut Butter Cup
candies, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and
wrapped in plastic wrap

Layer ingredients in jar in order given. Press each layer firmly in place before adding next ingredient.

Attach this recipe to the jar:

Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Cookies

Remove candies from jar and set aside. Empty cookie mix into a large mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add 1/2 cup softened butter, 1 slightly beaten egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; mix until completely blended. Stir in candies.

Roll dough into walnut-size balls. Place 2 inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F for 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Yields 2 1/2 dozen.

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White Chocolate-Macadamia Cookies Mix in a Jar

1/2 cup c