Holiday Treats: Seven merry things to bring
The sight of frost signals this post, always fun to write, but harder each year because I no longer will fuss much with fancy-foodie effects. I even gave my collection of cookie-cutters to my daughter-in law. But arriving with something homemade in hand adds sparkle and warmth, so let's tie on our aprons again, if only for a few hours. Today, treats hat neither take long to make nor require exotic ingredients. Sweets It's a celebratory season, so these are gastronomic party hats. Gordon Ramsay's Salted Caramel Popcorn This decadent snack takes only about a half-hour to make, but factor in time to let it cool before packing or the heat will render it soggy. Don't worry if the mixture looks rough, it's part of the charm. The recipe, via ChefScribe.com, includes a link to a YouTube video. Chocolate Bourbon Praline Fudge Sometimes you need a good adults-only treat, though this fudge contains only a tablespoon of bourbon, or it can be omitted. Since our liquor stores no ...
