Hostess Gifts From the Kitchen

26 Dec 2012

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Jennifer manages social media communications and the PerkStreet community. She tried once to live a fabulous life with a lot of debt, and that didn't really work out. She's found great success with making smart money choices that match her family's priorities. Since coming to work at PerkStreet she's paid off her debt, cut up her credit cards, gotten married, and had a baby. See what PerkStreet can do for you at perkstreet.com, and join the PerkStreet community at facebook.com/perkstreet.

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When I’m at home I spend most of my time in the kitchen, so it stands to reason that I like to make DIY gifts. There are plenty of great recipes that are inexpensive, long lasting, and have pretty results so they make perfect hostess gifts during a busy party season. Keep a few of these on hand for last minute invites!

Delicious Hostess Gifts

1. Candied Orange and Lemon Peels

photo from AllRecipes

A little tart, a little sweet, and so bright and pretty in a jar! These candied citrus peels are the perfect thing to bring to a winter party for a burst of summer.

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2. Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans

photo from From Scratch Club

Could there be a more perfect gift for a coffee lover? As a coffee lover, I say no way. Delicious, easy, and so cheap to make, these are great to bring to a dinner party since they can be opened and shared that night.

3. Pickles

photo from the New York Times

Because PICKLES. I love pickles, and pickling is so super easy! The toughest part of pickles is your host keeping them all for him or herself.

What edible hostess gifts do you like to give or get? Share your recipes in the comments!