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My 18 Favorite Holiday Gifts for Home & Kitchen

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The holiday season has officially arrived, which means it’s time to get shopping! Gift-giving can be A LOT of fun for some people, but for others, it can end up being a stressful experience. Choosing the perfect gift for a cherished friend, or trying to find something special for a family member who is hard to shop for, can be overwhelming. That’s why I put together a list of the best kitchen gifts for the people in your life who love to cook, and I included a few items for the home as well! Credit: Williams-Sonoma The best kitchen gifts for foodies include high-quality cookware and cooking tools. I’ve included many of the items I use in my kitchen, including the BEST cookie scoops, which I use to make my chocolate chip cookies , and home finds from businesses big and small that would make anybody’s home more comfortable and stylish. Check out my ideas for the best gifts for home and kitchen, and have a great holiday season!  1. For the One Who is an Accomplished Baker: Jupiter B

Hot Chocolate Mix

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Delicious homemade hot chocolate mix that you can enjoy all winter long! It’s easy to customize and makes a perfectly rich and creamy cup of hot cocoa every time. Hot chocolate is essential for cold weather! Not only is it delicious, but it warms you up from the inside-out. Try these other great recipes next: pumpkin pie white hot chocolate , peppermint hot chocolate , and Mexican hot chocolate ! Recipe for Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix On those chilly days when you crave a warm and comforting beverage, look no further than this homemade hot chocolate mix. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up a delicious cup of hot cocoa in minutes! This recipe is not only easy to make but also easy to store and customize to your liking. It’s nice because you know exactly what’s in it! Whether you prefer your hot cocoa rich and dark or light and sweet, you can easily adjust the ingredients to your liking. Plus, this homemade hot chocolate mix makes a wonderful gift for friends and

Udon Noodles

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Easy udon noodles are thick Japanese noodles loaded with stir-fried vegetables and coated in a sweet and savory sauce. Everyone loves the soft texture and intense saucy flavors that are absorbed into the noodles. This is the tastiest one-pan meal! I LOVE an easy dinner that tastes “better than take-out!” Try more Asian-inspired dishes like my chicken chow mein or Mongolian Beef . You’ll also want to make this slow cooker General Tso’s because it’s all done in the slow cooker. What are Udon Noodles? Japanese udon noodles are known for their soft chewy texture. Made from wheat flour, the taste is neutral but absorbs and takes on flavors perfectly. Udon noodles are used in many ways and it is commonly used in soup. My udon noodles include stir-fried veggies and a delicious sauce made of soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Classic sauce ingredients that pair well with the thick udon noodles. This entire meal can be thrown together in less than 20 minutes and it’