More Christmas Gifts in a Jar
CHILI GIFT BASKET
3 cups dried beans (pink, red, or kidney -- sorted).
Put into a jar or large bag.
3 Tbsp. mild chili powder
2 Tbsp. dehydrated onions
1 Tbsp. granulated garlic
1 tsp. oregano
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
Combine spices and put into a small bag.
Include in your gift basket:
1 8oz. can tomato sauce
2 14oz. cans diced tomatoes in juice
1 package Corn Bread Mix
Label:
Wash beans. Put into pot with spices. Cook until done, about 1 to 1
1/2 hours. Meanwhile, brown 1 lb. ground beef (if desired), and
drain. Add meat to the beans with the tomatoes and sauce. Simmer to
blend flavors.
Serve with Chili Corn Bread, if desired.
For: Chili Corn Bread
Include in the package with the Corn Bread Mix, 1 small can whole
kernel corn and 1 small can diced green chili's (not the hot kind).
Stir the well-drained corn and chili's into the corn bread just
before baking. Bake in a well-buttered 8" square pan at 425 degrees
for 25 minutes.
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CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE MIX
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup packed brown sugar
2-1/4 cups flour mixed with 1 tsp. baking soda and 1/4 tsp. salt
Layer ingredients in jar in order given. Press each layer firmly in
place before adding next ingredient.
Recipe to attach to jar:
Empty cookie mix in large mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add 3/4 cup
softened butter, 1 egg slightly beaten and 1 tsp. vanilla; mix until
completely blended. Roll heaping tablespoonfuls into balls. Place 2
inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350º for 13
to 15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on baking sheet. Remove to wire racks
to cool completely. These cookies will firm up when completely
cooled. Yield: 3 dozen.
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CHOCOLATE COVERED RAISIN COOKIE MIX
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chocolate covered raisins
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1-3/4 cups flour mixed with 1 tsp. baking powder and 1 tsp. salt
Layer ingredients in jar in order given. Press each layer firmly in
place before adding next ingredient.
Recipe to attach to jar:
Empty cookie mix in large mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add 1/2 cup
softened butter, 1 egg slightly beaten and 1 tsp. vanilla; mix until
completely blended. Roll heaping tablespoonfuls into balls. Place 2
inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375º for 13
to 15 minutes until tops are very lightly browned. Cool 5 minutes on
cookie sheet; remove to wire racks to cool completely. Yield: 2½
dozen.
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CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY COOKIES
Layer the following ingredients in order in a wide mouth quart size
canning jar:
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup cocoa powder (clean inside of jar with tissue after this
layer)
1/2 cup brown sugar (pack firmly)
1 1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chocolate chips or shaved summer coatings
1 3/4 cup flour + 1 tsp. baking powder + 1/2 tsp baking soda
(mixed)
Remember to press firmly between each layer. Place lid and ring onto
jar. The recipe attached should read as follows:
Empty jar of cookie mix into large mixing bowl.
Add 1 1/2 stick butter or margarine, 1 egg, and 1 tsp. vanilla.
Mix until completely blended.
Shape into balls and place 2" apart on sprayed baking sheets.
Bake at 375 degrees for 13-15 minutes.
Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies
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CHOCOLATE MINT COFFEE
3/4 c Nondairy powdered creamer
1 c Sugar
3/4 c Instant coffee
1/4 c Cocoa
6 Peppermint candies, crushed
In blender, process all ingredients until candies are pulverized.
Store in a jar.
Attach this to jar:
To prepare Chocolate Mint Coffee-
1 1/2 tbs Mix
6 oz Boiling water
Whipped Cream -Candy Cane -- for garnish (optional)
Pour boiling water over mix in cup. Garnish with whipped cream and
stir with candy cane.
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CINNAMON PANCAKE MIX
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 Tblsp. sugar
2 Tblsp. baking powder
4-1/2 tsps. ground cinnamon
1-1/4 tsp. salt
In brown bag or 1 quart jar, combine all ingredients; seal bag or
jar, adding dried fruits (apples are especially good!) if necessary
to fill small gaps.
GIFT TAG DIRECTIONS:
In medium bowl, combine 3/4 c. milk, 1 egg, and 2 T. salad oil. With
fork, blend in 1-1/3 c. pancake mix until moistened but still lumpy.
Cook on lightly greased griddle or skillet. Makes about 10 5"
pancakes.
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COCONUT GRANOLA
2/3 cup shredded coconut
1 tsp. cinnamon
4 1/2 tsp. grated orange peel
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
4 oz. wheat flakes
1 1/2 sticks melted, unsalted butter
4 oz. barley flakes**
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
4 oz. Rolled oats
1/2 cup blanched whole almonds
1/2 cup dry-roasted cashews
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum
foil.
Mince orange peel with sugar in food processor about 1 minute. Add
butter, maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg and blend 5 seconds. Add
remaining ingredients; toss thoroughly. Spread on pans and bake
until dry, stirring every ten minutes, about 45 minutes. Cool and
store in airtight container or jar. Attach a pretty lid if giving as
a gift
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COOKIE JAR SUGAR COOKIES
1 1/2 cups white sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Combine the flour with the baking powder, baking soda, salt and
nutmeg. In a clean 1 quart sized glass jar with a wide mouth layer
the white sugar followed by the flour mixture. Press firmly in place
and seal.
Attach a card with the following instructions:
In a large bowl: beat 1 egg with 1 cup softened butter or margarine
until light and fluffy. At low speed of an electric mixer add 1/2
cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla and contents of Jar. Mix until
combined. Using hands if necessary. Cover dough and refrigerate for
several hours or overnight.
Remove dough from the refrigerator. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
(190 degrees C). Roll chilled dough out on a lightly floured surface
to 1/8 inch thick. Cut dough into desired shapes. Place on an un-
greased cookie sheet and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for
10 to 12 minutes.
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CRAZY CAKE MIX IN A JAR
2 cups flour
2/3 cup Cocoa Powder
3/4 tsp. Salt
1 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
1 1/3 cups Sugar
In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, cocoa powder & baking powder.
Layer ingredients in jar in order given in a 1 quart canning jar. It
is helpful to tap jar lightly on a padded surface (towel on counter)
as you layer the ingredients to make all ingredients fit neatly. Use
scissors to cut a 9 inch-diameter circle from fabric of your choice.
Center fabric circle over lid and secure with a rubber band. Tie on
a raffia or ribbon bow to cover the rubber band.
Attach a card with the following directions:
CRAZY CAKE
This is a crazy cake because you mix the cake all together in the
pan that you bake it in. Pour contents of jar into a 9 x 13 inch
baking pan, and then add the following ingredients:
3/4 cup Vegetable Oil
2 tsp. Vinegar
1 tsp. Vanilla
2 cups Water
Stir cake ingredients together using a wire whisk or fork, making
certain that all ingredients are completely mixed together. Bake at
350 degrees F for 35 minutes. Frost as desired or serve sprinkled
with powdered sugar, with fresh fruit on the side.
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CREOLE SEASONING MIX
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon pepper
Combine all ingredients. Yield: 1 gift (about 1/2 cup). Place in a
pretty jar tied with a ribbon.
Attach these instructions for use: Use to season chicken seafood,
steak or vegetables.
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DOG BISCUIT MIX IN A JAR!!
1 quart wide-mouth canning jar
1 dog biscuit cookie cutter
16 inches of a pretty ribbon
1 large envelope; (punch a hole in the upper left corner
1 cup all-purpose unbleached flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder
1 teaspoon brown sugar; or white sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
pinch of salt
In a medium mixing bowl, combine: 1 cup all-purpose unbleached
flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/2 cup
instant nonfat dry milk powder, 1 teaspoon brown sugar or white
sugar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, pinch of salt . Using a funnel,
pour dry ingredients into the jar.
Close jar tightly. Tie dog biscuit cookie cutter and instruction
card around the top of the card with a pretty ribbon.
Type baking instructions (see below) on a pretty piece of paper or
card and tuck inside the envelope.
Instruction Card:
Make Your Own Dog Biscuits
Position a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat it to 250 degrees
F. Place Dog Biscuit Mix ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Add in
1 large egg, 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup grated
Parmesan cheese, 1/4 to 1/2 cup (or more) hot chicken broth, beef
broth or very hot water. Make a dough that's very heavy, but not
sticky. Add more flour or water, 1 teaspoon at a time if dough is
too moist (use flour) or too dry (use hot water). Turn out dough
onto a floured pastry cloth and knead 8-10 times until elastic. Let
dough rest for 5 minutes. Roll out dough ½ of an inch thick and cut
with a dog-bone shaped cutter. Place cookies close together as they
will not spread.
Bake for 1 hour, rotate the baking trays in the oven (turn tray
around 180 degrees), and bake them another half hour. Cool the
cookies in the pan for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire cake rack
to cool completely.
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DOUBLE-FUDGE BROWNIE MIX
Dense and fudgy, these are the best brownies in the world.
2 cups sugar
1 cup cocoa (not Dutch process)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup chocolate chips
Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container.
Attach this to the Jar:
Double-Fudge Brownies
Makes 24
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
4 eggs
1 package Double-Fudge Brownie Mix
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 12 by 9 inch pan. In the
large bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter. Add the eggs, one
at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the Double-Fudge
Brownie Mix & continue to beat the mixture until it is smooth.
Spread the mixture into the greased pan, & bake for 40 to 50
minutes.
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DREAMSICLE COOKIE MIX
1/2 cup Tang instant breakfast drink powder
3/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups vanilla chips
1-3/4 cups flour mixed with 1/2 tsp. baking soda and 1/2 tsp. baking
powder
Layer ingredients in jar in order given. Press each layer firmly in
place before adding next ingredient.
Recipe to attach to jar:
Empty cookie mix in a large mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add 1/2
cup softened butter, 1 egg slightly beaten and 1 tsp. vanilla; mix
until completely blended. Roll heaping tablespoonfuls into balls.
Place 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 375º
for 12 to 14 minutes or until tops are very lightly browned. Cool 5
minutes on cookie sheet. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
Yield: 2½ dozen.
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"SHAKE -N- BAKE" MIX IN A JAR
3 cups corn flake crumbs
1 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup sesame seeds
4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes -- crushed
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Combine with a fork until
evenly mixed. Pour into a 5-cup jar with a tight-fitting lid. Seal
container. Store in a cool dry place. Use within 2 months.
Attach this note to jar:
Shake -n- Bake
To use: Pour desired amount of mix into a large plastic food storage
bag; set aside. In a shallow bowl, beat 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon milk
until blended. Dip each piece of chicken, fish, or pork into egg
mixture; drain briefly. Place 2 to 3 pieces at a time in plastic
bag, shaking until evenly coated. Remove from bag; arrange on
prepared baking sheet. Bake as desired.
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3 cups dried beans (pink, red, or kidney -- sorted).
Put into a jar or large bag.
3 Tbsp. mild chili powder
2 Tbsp. dehydrated onions
1 Tbsp. granulated garlic
1 tsp. oregano
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)
Combine spices and put into a small bag.
Include in your gift basket:
1 8oz. can tomato sauce
2 14oz. cans diced tomatoes in juice
1 package Corn Bread Mix
Label:
Wash beans. Put into pot with spices. Cook until done, about 1 to 1
1/2 hours. Meanwhile, brown 1 lb. ground beef (if desired), and
drain. Add meat to the beans with the tomatoes and sauce. Simmer to
blend flavors.
Serve with Chili Corn Bread, if desired.
For: Chili Corn Bread
Include in the package with the Corn Bread Mix, 1 small can whole
kernel corn and 1 small can diced green chili's (not the hot kind).
Stir the well-drained corn and chili's into the corn bread just
before baking. Bake in a well-buttered 8" square pan at 425 degrees
for 25 minutes.
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CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE MIX
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup packed brown sugar
2-1/4 cups flour mixed with 1 tsp. baking soda and 1/4 tsp. salt
Layer ingredients in jar in order given. Press each layer firmly in
place before adding next ingredient.
Recipe to attach to jar:
Empty cookie mix in large mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add 3/4 cup
softened butter, 1 egg slightly beaten and 1 tsp. vanilla; mix until
completely blended. Roll heaping tablespoonfuls into balls. Place 2
inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350º for 13
to 15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on baking sheet. Remove to wire racks
to cool completely. These cookies will firm up when completely
cooled. Yield: 3 dozen.
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CHOCOLATE COVERED RAISIN COOKIE MIX
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chocolate covered raisins
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1-3/4 cups flour mixed with 1 tsp. baking powder and 1 tsp. salt
Layer ingredients in jar in order given. Press each layer firmly in
place before adding next ingredient.
Recipe to attach to jar:
Empty cookie mix in large mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add 1/2 cup
softened butter, 1 egg slightly beaten and 1 tsp. vanilla; mix until
completely blended. Roll heaping tablespoonfuls into balls. Place 2
inches apart on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375º for 13
to 15 minutes until tops are very lightly browned. Cool 5 minutes on
cookie sheet; remove to wire racks to cool completely. Yield: 2½
dozen.
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CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY COOKIES
Layer the following ingredients in order in a wide mouth quart size
canning jar:
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup cocoa powder (clean inside of jar with tissue after this
layer)
1/2 cup brown sugar (pack firmly)
1 1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chocolate chips or shaved summer coatings
1 3/4 cup flour + 1 tsp. baking powder + 1/2 tsp baking soda
(mixed)
Remember to press firmly between each layer. Place lid and ring onto
jar. The recipe attached should read as follows:
Empty jar of cookie mix into large mixing bowl.
Add 1 1/2 stick butter or margarine, 1 egg, and 1 tsp. vanilla.
Mix until completely blended.
Shape into balls and place 2" apart on sprayed baking sheets.
Bake at 375 degrees for 13-15 minutes.
Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies
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CHOCOLATE MINT COFFEE
3/4 c Nondairy powdered creamer
1 c Sugar
3/4 c Instant coffee
1/4 c Cocoa
6 Peppermint candies, crushed
In blender, process all ingredients until candies are pulverized.
Store in a jar.
Attach this to jar:
To prepare Chocolate Mint Coffee-
1 1/2 tbs Mix
6 oz Boiling water
Whipped Cream -Candy Cane -- for garnish (optional)
Pour boiling water over mix in cup. Garnish with whipped cream and
stir with candy cane.
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CINNAMON PANCAKE MIX
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 Tblsp. sugar
2 Tblsp. baking powder
4-1/2 tsps. ground cinnamon
1-1/4 tsp. salt
In brown bag or 1 quart jar, combine all ingredients; seal bag or
jar, adding dried fruits (apples are especially good!) if necessary
to fill small gaps.
GIFT TAG DIRECTIONS:
In medium bowl, combine 3/4 c. milk, 1 egg, and 2 T. salad oil. With
fork, blend in 1-1/3 c. pancake mix until moistened but still lumpy.
Cook on lightly greased griddle or skillet. Makes about 10 5"
pancakes.
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COCONUT GRANOLA
2/3 cup shredded coconut
1 tsp. cinnamon
4 1/2 tsp. grated orange peel
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
4 oz. wheat flakes
1 1/2 sticks melted, unsalted butter
4 oz. barley flakes**
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
4 oz. Rolled oats
1/2 cup blanched whole almonds
1/2 cup dry-roasted cashews
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum
foil.
Mince orange peel with sugar in food processor about 1 minute. Add
butter, maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg and blend 5 seconds. Add
remaining ingredients; toss thoroughly. Spread on pans and bake
until dry, stirring every ten minutes, about 45 minutes. Cool and
store in airtight container or jar. Attach a pretty lid if giving as
a gift
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COOKIE JAR SUGAR COOKIES
1 1/2 cups white sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Combine the flour with the baking powder, baking soda, salt and
nutmeg. In a clean 1 quart sized glass jar with a wide mouth layer
the white sugar followed by the flour mixture. Press firmly in place
and seal.
Attach a card with the following instructions:
In a large bowl: beat 1 egg with 1 cup softened butter or margarine
until light and fluffy. At low speed of an electric mixer add 1/2
cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon vanilla and contents of Jar. Mix until
combined. Using hands if necessary. Cover dough and refrigerate for
several hours or overnight.
Remove dough from the refrigerator. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
(190 degrees C). Roll chilled dough out on a lightly floured surface
to 1/8 inch thick. Cut dough into desired shapes. Place on an un-
greased cookie sheet and bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for
10 to 12 minutes.
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CRAZY CAKE MIX IN A JAR
2 cups flour
2/3 cup Cocoa Powder
3/4 tsp. Salt
1 1/2 tsp. Baking Powder
1 1/3 cups Sugar
In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, cocoa powder & baking powder.
Layer ingredients in jar in order given in a 1 quart canning jar. It
is helpful to tap jar lightly on a padded surface (towel on counter)
as you layer the ingredients to make all ingredients fit neatly. Use
scissors to cut a 9 inch-diameter circle from fabric of your choice.
Center fabric circle over lid and secure with a rubber band. Tie on
a raffia or ribbon bow to cover the rubber band.
Attach a card with the following directions:
CRAZY CAKE
This is a crazy cake because you mix the cake all together in the
pan that you bake it in. Pour contents of jar into a 9 x 13 inch
baking pan, and then add the following ingredients:
3/4 cup Vegetable Oil
2 tsp. Vinegar
1 tsp. Vanilla
2 cups Water
Stir cake ingredients together using a wire whisk or fork, making
certain that all ingredients are completely mixed together. Bake at
350 degrees F for 35 minutes. Frost as desired or serve sprinkled
with powdered sugar, with fresh fruit on the side.
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CREOLE SEASONING MIX
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon pepper
Combine all ingredients. Yield: 1 gift (about 1/2 cup). Place in a
pretty jar tied with a ribbon.
Attach these instructions for use: Use to season chicken seafood,
steak or vegetables.
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DOG BISCUIT MIX IN A JAR!!
1 quart wide-mouth canning jar
1 dog biscuit cookie cutter
16 inches of a pretty ribbon
1 large envelope; (punch a hole in the upper left corner
1 cup all-purpose unbleached flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder
1 teaspoon brown sugar; or white sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
pinch of salt
In a medium mixing bowl, combine: 1 cup all-purpose unbleached
flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/2 cup
instant nonfat dry milk powder, 1 teaspoon brown sugar or white
sugar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, pinch of salt . Using a funnel,
pour dry ingredients into the jar.
Close jar tightly. Tie dog biscuit cookie cutter and instruction
card around the top of the card with a pretty ribbon.
Type baking instructions (see below) on a pretty piece of paper or
card and tuck inside the envelope.
Instruction Card:
Make Your Own Dog Biscuits
Position a rack in the center of the oven. Preheat it to 250 degrees
F. Place Dog Biscuit Mix ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Add in
1 large egg, 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup grated
Parmesan cheese, 1/4 to 1/2 cup (or more) hot chicken broth, beef
broth or very hot water. Make a dough that's very heavy, but not
sticky. Add more flour or water, 1 teaspoon at a time if dough is
too moist (use flour) or too dry (use hot water). Turn out dough
onto a floured pastry cloth and knead 8-10 times until elastic. Let
dough rest for 5 minutes. Roll out dough ½ of an inch thick and cut
with a dog-bone shaped cutter. Place cookies close together as they
will not spread.
Bake for 1 hour, rotate the baking trays in the oven (turn tray
around 180 degrees), and bake them another half hour. Cool the
cookies in the pan for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire cake rack
to cool completely.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
DOUBLE-FUDGE BROWNIE MIX
Dense and fudgy, these are the best brownies in the world.
2 cups sugar
1 cup cocoa (not Dutch process)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup chocolate chips
Mix all the ingredients together and store in an airtight container.
Attach this to the Jar:
Double-Fudge Brownies
Makes 24
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
4 eggs
1 package Double-Fudge Brownie Mix
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 12 by 9 inch pan. In the
large bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter. Add the eggs, one
at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the Double-Fudge
Brownie Mix & continue to beat the mixture until it is smooth.
Spread the mixture into the greased pan, & bake for 40 to 50
minutes.
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DREAMSICLE COOKIE MIX
1/2 cup Tang instant breakfast drink powder
3/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups vanilla chips
1-3/4 cups flour mixed with 1/2 tsp. baking soda and 1/2 tsp. baking
powder
Layer ingredients in jar in order given. Press each layer firmly in
place before adding next ingredient.
Recipe to attach to jar:
Empty cookie mix in a large mixing bowl; stir to combine. Add 1/2
cup softened butter, 1 egg slightly beaten and 1 tsp. vanilla; mix
until completely blended. Roll heaping tablespoonfuls into balls.
Place 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 375º
for 12 to 14 minutes or until tops are very lightly browned. Cool 5
minutes on cookie sheet. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
Yield: 2½ dozen.
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"SHAKE -N- BAKE" MIX IN A JAR
3 cups corn flake crumbs
1 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup sesame seeds
4 teaspoons dried parsley flakes -- crushed
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Combine with a fork until
evenly mixed. Pour into a 5-cup jar with a tight-fitting lid. Seal
container. Store in a cool dry place. Use within 2 months.
Attach this note to jar:
Shake -n- Bake
To use: Pour desired amount of mix into a large plastic food storage
bag; set aside. In a shallow bowl, beat 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon milk
until blended. Dip each piece of chicken, fish, or pork into egg
mixture; drain briefly. Place 2 to 3 pieces at a time in plastic
bag, shaking until evenly coated. Remove from bag; arrange on
prepared baking sheet. Bake as desired.
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