Fruity Christmas biscotti recipe

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The perfect make-ahead gift, these will keep for up to a month after baking and look really impressive.

Easy
Makes about 72 biscuits
Prep 15 mins
Cook 1 hr
Freezable
Can be frozen part-baked and sliced

Ingredients

350g plain flour , plus extra for rolling
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp mixed spice
250g golden caster sugar
3 eggs , beaten
coarsely grated zest 1 orange
85g raisins
85g dried cherries
50g blanched almonds
50g shelled pistachios

Method

1. Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Line 2 baking sheets with baking paper. Put the flour, baking powder, spice and sugar in a large bowl, then mix well. Stir in the eggs and zest until the mixture starts forming clumps, then bring the dough together with your hands - it will seem dry at first but keep kneading until no floury patches remain. Add the fruit and nuts, then work them in until evenly distributed.

2. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 4 pieces. With lightly floured hands, roll each piece into a sausage about 30cm long. Place 2 on each tray, well spaced apart. Bake for 25-30 mins until the dough has risen and spread and feels firm. It should still look pale. Remove from the oven, transfer to a wire rack for a few mins until cool enough to handle, then turn down the oven to 140C/fan 120C/gas 1.

3. Using a bread knife, cut into slices about 1cm thick on the diagonal, then lay the slices flat on the baking sheets. The biscuits can be cooled and frozen flat on the sheet at this point, then bagged and frozen for up to 2 months. Bake for another 15 mins (20 mins if from frozen), turn over, then bake again for another 15 mins until dry and golden. Tip onto a wire rack to cool completely, then store in an airtight tin for up to one month, or pack into boxes or cellophane bags if giving as gifts straightaway.

Nutrition per serving
50 kcalories, protein 1g, carbohydrate 9g, fat 1 g, saturated fat 0g, fibre 0g, sugar 6g, salt 0.06 g

Recipe from Good Food magazine, November 2008.

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Christmas Gifts For Little Boys

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Though Christmas is a festival of the people of all age groups, the actual enthusiasm can be seen among kids. Apart from the celebrations, cakes, munchies and chocolates, they can't hide their enthusiasm for the gifts that Santa will bring for them. On this occasion, they feel on the top of the world. Though the little girls have a universal and constant choice of Barbie dolls and beautiful dresses, it is very difficult to read the mind of the little boys. They of course can't be befooled by little guns and cars now. The growing commercialization has refined children's tastes too and little boys definitely know what they want for this Christmas.

You must think twice before buying a gift for your little boy so that he doesn't get disappointed after receiving your gift. It is always better to know his choice and needs prior. You should always try to buy things that help him develop his skills and intelligence because at this level it is very important to have some mental and physical exercise for development. Also, try to inculcate new habits like playing a Guitar and Casio so that he develops an interest in creative things like music and painting. You can also let him develop a keen understanding of sports by gifting him a sports kit of the game he is interested in. Here are some ideas that will make you the favorite with the boy you are intending to give the Christmas gift this year:

Christmas Gifts For Young Boys

• If you are going for an expensive exclusive gift for the boy in question this Christmas, buy him the complete gear set for the sport he loves. It can be cricket gear, soccer gear, camping gear or any other sport that comes in kid sizes to suit the age of the child.
• Most little boys love vehicles to drive. It can range from remote-controlled cars to auto game CDs on video to bikes and even toy cars with pedals.
• You can gift a soccer ball, volleyball or basketball to the future Olympic champion.
• Boys of all ages will love T-shirts and caps with funny messages to flaunt.
• Let your kids engage their naughty minds this Christmas in detective board games and puzzles to solve.
• A baseball bat or badminton racket in tiny sizes to fit in the grasp of your little one will also be loved well.
• This Christmas, gift a fantasy world to your little boy by giving him accessories, costumes and masks related to their favorite superheroes, cartoon characters and action heroes.
• If your little boys, love reading give them a copy of interesting books and comics like Robin Hood or Alice in the Wonderland!
• Harry Potter glasses, wig, wand and a scar-like tattoo are hot with boys these days. So you can try that too.
• If he is interested in painting, buying a canvass and colors is also a very good idea.
• If your little boy has a little time after school, you can also gift him classes for swimming or guitar, if loves doing these.
• If your kid is interested in watching movies, giving him a series of movie DVD for kids would be a great idea. 

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Christmas Gifts For Grandparents

The Lebanese Recipes Kitchen (The home of delicious Lebanese Recipes and Middle Eastern food recipes) presents some Christmas gift ideas for grandparents that you can safely use. 

Christmas is not only the festival of kids and youngsters; it is equally awaited by the elder people too. It is a day full of fun, joy and enthusiasm when people ignoring their age enjoy to the fullest. Party, feast, Christmas tree, Santa Claus, and wonderful Christmas Gifts are inevitable parts of the celebrations. It is an occasion to share love with near and dear ones and make them feel special. However, in these, vivacious and energetic celebrations we often tend to forget, 'Our Grandparents' who made our occasion extremely special for us when we could not afford luxuries on our own.

Remember how lovingly year after year, your Grandpa bought expensive sport gear for you and how your Grandma made scrumptious delicious Christmas cake. This is now a phase to reciprocate the love and care they have shower upon you all their life. Christmas gifts is just an opportunity to make your grandparents feels that they are still loved and cared for and you still count them in as a member of the family. However, most aged people won't care much on tiny decorative pieces that they can't even see clearly. It will be wiser to find something that they can really use and enjoy. Here are some Christmas gift ideas for grandparents that you can safely use:

Christmas Gift Ideas For Grandparents

• Don't think that old people have no love for life. You will be surprised that a travel package can delight your grandparents as much as your kids. However, choose one that offers ample amount of rest and more comforts. Places where medical facilities are readily available are better for elders that have heart conditions or other medical problems.
• You never realize the real truth behind 'Health is Wealth' until you is old and your body is rounding off to retirement. So, this Christmas, gift a health check instrument to your grandma and grandpa such as instruments to check blood pressure and blood sugar at home.
• You can also buy a healthcare certificate for them with the local agencies that provide monthly, bi-monthly and annual checkups regularly.
• If your grandparents live in other city, you can make their Christmas last all the year round by asking volunteers to visit them regularly to eliminate their loneliness and doing their errands. Such services cost a very nominal fee and in case of an emergency, they can just contact you and take care of your grandparents while you are on your way.
• Your grandma will love roses and fresh flowers as much as your girlfriend, so try them this Christmas.
• If one or both of your grandparents are fond of good food, gift them chocolates, cakes, pastries and other items that they can suck upon fondly or chew easily, even if they have no teeth.
• Grandparents with weak eyes or hearing ability will love eyeglasses or hearing aids for Christmas gift.

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Christmas Gift Baskets

The Lebanese Recipes Kitchen (The home of delicious Lebanese Recipes and Middle Eastern food recipes) invites you to to choose the appropriate Christmas Gifts Basket.

Christmas is one of the most awaited festivals worldwide. It is not only awaited by kids and teenagers but also by the elders as well. It is celebrated with extreme joy and fervor and the celebrations of Christmas in a Christian home are unparalleled to any other celebration. The best part about Christmas is the Christmas Gift. Most of the people prefer to present a Christmas Gift basket to their loved ones. Actually a Christmas Gift basket is a collection of several tiny gifts wrapped in a very beautiful way in hamper. They are available invarious price range and you can pick one from any gift store.

The ethnic assorted gift baskets for Christmas can be as economical as you like to as fancy and expensive as you make it to be. When you can't think of a single thing to gift someone or you want to gift something, you think is too cheap to gift alone, you can team up many trivia things with one or more good pieces and conjure up a gift basket that looks really nice. It can also be a good idea to hide a small nicety as a surprise for the receiver. If you want tips for customizing and decorating your Gift basket, here are few quick and handy tips.

Christmas Gift Basket Ideas

• Choose a beautiful basket in which you will pack your assorted things, preferably a colored or Christmas-themed cellophane paper for gift wrapping and colored ribbon to make the bow to give the finishing touch to your Christmas gift basket.
• For kids, you can gift wrap some candies, candy canes, a Christmas cracker or two and some toys and see their grin broadening with their treasure trove.
• Older kids and teenagers will love some of their favorite CDs, small video game, candy canes, toffees and homemade cookies.
• Girls cannot refuse an assortment of quality cosmetics such as nail colors and lipsticks and you can also insert a pack of wet and fragrant fresh tissues and cotton balls. You can add a piece or two of stylish costume jewellery or latest hair accessory in the market.
• Gift baskets for boys can include handkerchiefs, socks, cuff links, buttons and may be a watch!
• If you are planning to propose to your beloved on Christmas, you can hide the ring with a love letter in rose petals in the gift basket and cover it with chocolates and other trivial things. See her gasp with surprise when she opens her gift.
• Any assortment of small items, decorative pieces, collectibles, nativity dolls and even small Feng Shui items available are perfect for people who have just shifted to a new home.

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Christmas Gifts For Boyfriend

The Lebanese Recipes Kitchen (The home of delicious Lebanese Recipes and Middle Eastern food recipes) invites you to to choose the appropriate Christmas Gifts For Boyfriend.


Exchange of gifts is considered one of the best ways to express love and affection to your beloved, during ceremonious occasions. When it comes to Christmas, gift giving becomes an inevitable tradition. In fact, the festival becomes even more special, when love is in the air and when you want to give pleasant surprises to your significant half. Choosing Christmas gifts for your boyfriend can be a daunting task, because guys are sometimes difficult to shop for. You would want to present him something special, which he would cherish for the lifetime, isn't it? Hence, we are here to help you with some bright ideas for choosing the most appropriate Christmas presents for your boyfriend.

Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas For Boyfriends

Wooden Picture Frame
A wide variety of wooden picture frames, of various shapes and sizes are available in the market. A heart shaped picture frame will be the most romantic one. Insert your photo in the frame to give the Christmas gift a personal touch.

Jar Of Messages
Make each day of the holiday season special for your boyfriend. Buy a midsize jar and fill it with mini envelopes on which you have written love messages. Let him open one envelope on each day. You may also fill the jar with candy bars, to make the Christmas gift even sweeter!

Hand-Knit Muffler
Your hand-knit muffler will keep your boyfriend warm on the chilly winter season, as well as show your warmth for him! Stitch your name or initial on the muffler, to make the present even more special for him. Make sure that you choose his favorite color.

Silver Ring
Silver ring is one of the most popular Christmas presents for boyfriends. It looks quite stylish and trendy. In order to customize the ring, ask the retailer to carve his name or initial on it.

Wrist Watch
If your boyfriend loves to have his own collection of wristwatches, then presenting a wrist watch to him will be a great idea! Surprise him with his favorite wristwatch and see the sparkle in his eyes!

Designer Sunglasses
Sunglasses are considered an important fashion accessory for men. Make sure that the sunglasses you choose perfectly suits the facial shape, complexion and hair color of your boyfriend. Choose one, which can be paired with both formal and casual attire.

T-Shirt
T-shirt with funny slogan is a good Christmas gift for your boyfriend. You can also opt for custom t-shirt. Express your heartfelt feelings to your boyfriend by imprinting a love message on it.

Gift Certificates
This Christmas season, pamper your boyfriend by giving him gift certificate for Jacuzzi bath or spa treatment. You may also give him gift coupons for shopping at his favorite shoes and clothing outlet.

Gift Basket
Wine, coffee and chocolates are some of the most preferred items assorted in gift baskets. You may also given an assortment of grooming products as Christmas gift for your boyfriend.

Gadgets
If your boyfriend is tech-savvy, then go for iPod, MP3 player, mobile phone, handy cam or latest digital camera. 

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