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Gifts from the Kitchen

SWEET GREETINGS

The exciting days leading up to Christmas bring opportunities to bestow scrumptious victuals in marvelous packages to those near and dear. Reusable glass jars serve as a perfect petite vessel for Cranberry-Satsuma Chutney or Citrus Sugar. For savory delicacies like Rosemary-Cheddar Bread and Smoky Pepper Jack Cheese Straws, layer metallic paper and velvet ribbon to create stylish sleeves. Chocolate Truffles arranged on a hammered tray or tucked in mini gold boxes make for two delights in one.

Rosemary-Cheddar Bread

MAKES 2 (8X4-INCH) LOAVES

1 cup whole milk, room temperature
½ cup sour cream, room temperature
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1 large egg, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour
1½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1½ tablespoons baking powder
1½ tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons

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