The right time to give food? Always.

Food gift ideas, from simple to spectacular. Bacon Jam, Pear-Rosemary Muffin Tin Pies, Mushroom Risotto in a Jar, Brunch Basket... [America's Test Kitchen] [View in a Web browser]( [Food Gifts book cover alongside a photo of author Elle Simone Scott.]( Irresistibly delicious. Beautifully packaged. Easily customizable. Our new release, Food Gifts, has everything you need to give handmade, stylish, edible gifts. [Order Now]( Hi friend! I’m Elle, a food stylist and cast member here at America’s Test Kitchen. I’m excited to introduce my new cookbook, [Food Gifts: 150+ Irresistible Recipes for Crafting Personalized Presents]( your guide to cooking, baking, assembling, and crafting homemade food gifts that look as fabulous as they taste. I believe in giving food for any occasion—and list nearly a million of them in the book (kidding, but close!)—including the best reason: just because. It doesn’t have to be supercomplicated or expensive, trust me. With this book in hand as the inspiration, the delicious gifts are guaranteed. [Tea Blends: spur cozy R&R for your BFF; Chicken & Ramen Soup: “zhuzhed-up” feel-better bundle; Cinnamon Coffee Cake: gift wrapped in style.]( I introduce each recipe by explaining why I think it’s a great choice. A “How I Gift This” feature includes tips for packaging that go beyond pretty ribbons and labels, such as using popcorn for packing up snacks for shipping; storage tips (for you and for the recipient); and ideas for expanding a gift from a single item to a larger themed basket or bundle. I’ve even got you covered for gift tag and recipe card text so the lucky recipients of your gifts know how best to enjoy them! Friend, we think of everything here at ATK! You’re invited to join the fun. Discover irresistible recipes assembled into showstopping gifts so that you can always give something straight from the heart. In food & love, [Elle’s Signature] [Elle Simone Scott. Food Stylist, ATK Cast Member, and best-selling author of Boards.] Let’s Get Gifting What’s Your Bandwidth? Food gifts are versatile not only in what you give but also in how much effort, time, and money you expend. Any one of the recipes in this book stands alone as a wonderful gift, and Elle gives suggestions for expanding gifts if you want to do a little more, such as putting together a dim sum basket featuring Chinese Pork Dumplings and Chili Crisp. [Make it a Duo: Scones + Jam; Make it a Trio: Smoked Trout Pâté + bagels + cream cheese; Make it a Basket: homemade dim sum with Dumplings, Egg Tarts, Chili Crisp, and more.]( Reuse and recycle Gifts don't all require a trip to the home goods store (but we love shopping there, too!) Elle suggests ways you can reuse items in your home as food gift packaging. Jars, including candle jars, are perfect for Spice Blends or Pancake Mix. Step-by-step photos demonstrate how to prep them for gifting (unsticking those glued on labels? fun decorative elements? . . . done!). [Ways to recycling and repurpose jars.]( How to Give a Meal Whether you’re giving a meal to sleepless and harried new parents, to comfort a bereaved friend, to welcome new neighbors, or to celebrate a holiday, the practical tips and expert advice on every page of [Food Gifts]( will help you cook, package, and transport great food without a hitch. Fresh, frozen, shelf-stable or meant-to-be-devoured-ASAP, you’ll know what’s what and how to succeed. [How to secure a dutch oven lid for transport]( Get the secrets to food gifting that delights givers and recipients. [Save Now]( Save 20% on your guide to DIY food gifts. Good Things Come in Useful Packages [Stuffed Shells with Amatriciana Sauce]( Can divide into two gifts! A pasta casserole makes an ideal meal gift since most of the work lies in the assembly, and our recipe makes that easy for you! Your time- or energy-crunched recipient just needs to pop the casserole into the oven. ATK’s classic recipe for tender, cheesy jumbo shells with a zesty tomato sauce can be stored in the fridge for two days. Basil oxidizes quickly once it’s been cut, so it’s best to gift an entire bunch for prepping right before serving. Follow Elle’s advice for wrapping the package with an apron (stylishly practical!), and use the pockets for add-ons such as a block of Parmesan and a grater. Creative Wrapping Technique [How to wrap a tray with an apron]( Celebration Time! [Grapefruit Tart with Pumpernickel-Caraway Crust]( Refrigerate up to 3 days This showstopping tart is an impressive gift for someone who loves unexpected flavors. Toasted caraway seeds in the crust are a warm, peppery nod to pumpernickel bread. The striking contrast of the pink-orange filling against the dark crust makes it look as good as it tastes. Garnishing the tart with whipped cream mellows the zesty flavors—and this stable whipped cream can be added to the tart either before or after gifting. Package it in a windowed bakery box and, to be extra-celebratory, pair it with sparkling Moscato, a nonalcoholic sparkler, or a liqueur such as Grand Marnier. More recipes to celebrate [Iced Lemon-Poppy Seed Bundt Cake]( Iced Lemon-Poppy Seed Bundt Cake decorated with Candied Rose Petals(!) [Cake Pops “planted” in pots]( For Cake Pops that aren’t overly sweet, forget the cake mix and store-bought frosting. All Aboard the Meal Train! [Turkish Bride Soup in a Jar]( Total Time 10 min. When you’re planning a meal to take to a loved one short on time, the traditional Turkish soup ezogelin corbasi is a richly flavorful, comforting treat. You’ll start by combining lentils, bulgur, and spices in a jar along with a few shelf-stable ingredient swaps, such as tomato powder instead of tomato paste. Packing everything in an airtight container keeps the ingredients fresh for three months. A gift tag with cooking instructions (Elle provides a sample!) allows the recipient to whip up dinner whenever they’re ready for a comforting, hearty bowl of soup. Meals for every occasion This handy guide in the book categorizes recipes for meals by type so you can see at a glance which gift fits the need. Whether you want a refrigerator meal, a freezer meal, or a shelf stable option, they're here, and storage guidelines are offered with each recipe. [Mushroom Risotto in a Jar]( Shelf-Stable 3 options, including Mushroom Risotto in a Jar [Baked Macaroni and Cheese]( Refrigerator- and Freezer-Friendly 5 options, including Baked Macaroni and Cheese [Murgh Makhani]( Refrigerator-Friendly 10 options, including Murgh Makhani [Chinese Pork Dumplings]( Freezer-Friendly 2 options, including Chinese Pork Dumplings Happy Holidays! [Pear-Rosemary Muffin Tin Pies]( Makes 10 pies Shrink a full-size pie into these petite gems guaranteed to be a hit at Friendsgiving, a Sunday football gathering, or a post–leaf peeping picnic. Make your own pie dough or use store-bought for the crusts. Fill each with a plentiful amount of the juicy fruit filling, then nestle crumbly streusel on top. Baking them in a muffin tin allows you to divide up the pies however you’d like if you’re giving them to multiple recipients. Package them in a bakery-style box or wrap them individually in cellophane bags. Make your gift a trio by adding apple or pear cider and a packet of mulling spices. step-by-step Making Muffin Tin Pie Crusts Center one dough round over a muffin tin cup. Using your fingers, press the center of the dough into the bottom of the cup. Smooth out any creases as you press the dough into the corners and against the sides. Fold the overhanging dough over itself, then over the rim of the cup to rest on the surface of the muffin tin. [Steps to make muffin tin pie crusts]( It’s always a good occasion to give food gifts. [Order Now]( Save 20% [Pages of the book]( Food Gifts: Inside the Book - Recipes for everything from sweet treats and savory snacks to pantry staples such as condiments and spice blends, from complete meals and large-format baked goods to liqueurs, and more. - Elle shares packaging tips, such as wrapping mini Bundt cakes furoshiki-style in decorative fabric or upcycling spice jars, as well as online resources for new or vintage gifting supplies. [Wrapping mini bundt cakes]( - Gift tag and recipe card suggestions throughout the book guide you through writing instructions for cooking and reheating or clever ways for a giftee to use your gift. [Gift tag examples from the book, such as “Ways to Use Chili Crisp”]( - Tips for packaging and labeling oily or sticky foods such as Bacon Jam or Coffee Liqueur. Elle also suggests ways to create oil-resistant labels. - Innovative techniques such as using a foil barrier between Chicken Pot Pie crust and filling to ensure they reheat perfectly from frozen. [Placing Chicken Pot Pie crust on top of foil barrier]( - Ideas to help you build personalized baskets, such as a Gluten-Free Snack Supply featuring our Whipped Feta Dip, Sichuan Spiced Nuts, and Spiced Chocolate Truffles. [images of food gifts from the book, including photos of author Elle.]( There’s always an occasion for food gifts. Whether you’re new to or experienced at giving food, let [Food Gifts]( inspire you to let your inner crafty-home-cook flag fly! [Graphic for layout only]( [Book cover]( Make, assemble, and give more food gifts [Order Now]( Save 20% on your guide to DIY food gifts. [View the web version]( of this email. 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