Villadom Times Weekly Newpaper Online-January 27, 2010 Issue

Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • January 27, 2010 WEDDING Planner 2010 with chili powder, cumin, dried peppers, taco seasoning, or other Mexican spices. Add a jar of salsa, some tortilla chips, and margarita mix if you like. For your “basket,” use an inexpensive sombrero, available at card and party stores. Mama mia. Line a colander or pasta serving dish with a red checkered tablecloth or cloth or paper napkins. Add seasonings such as garlic, basil, oregano, and Italian blend, and include a package of pasta. Supply a packet of spaghetti sauce or fettuccine alfredo seasoning mix or a favorite pasta recipe. A candle and bottle of Chianti add a special romantic touch. Beginner’s basket. Create a very basic basket for a new cook or a bride just starting out on her own with a handful of popular and common spices such as salt, pepper, cinnamon, basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and turmeric. Include a cookbook, a recipe box, or a file with copies of some favorite family recipes. Spice of life. Even the most experienced cooks need some variety. Try assembling some unusual or new flavor combinations or savory spice blends. For example, Frontier Natural Products just introduced a line of spice combinations that include peppercorns, garlic, chipotle, cayenne, and lemon. Add an unusual or interesting kitchen gadget to intrigue the seasoned cook, such as a set of garnishing spoons. Grill master. Place a variety of grilling spices and marinade mixes with a mitt and tongs or other grilling tools in a grilling basket. Add an apron, a roll of heavy-duty aluminum foil, or a grill cleaning brush for an extra touch. Small containers of spices are especially handy for gift baskets, because you can provide a variety of spices at a lower cost. With the wide variety of seasonings and accessories available, the possibilities are endless. Just use your imagination and you can spice up your gift-giving with personal and original gifts for the bride. (ARA) Looking for an affordable bridal shower gift with a personal touch? A spice gift basket can fit any budget and makes an ideal personal gift for every cook. With just a little thought and a few supplies, you can assemble a personalized basket. Begin with a basket or any other useful kitchen container, such as a mixing bowl, cake pan, serving dish, or colander. Vintage items you pick up at a second-hand store or garage sale can be charming. Line the container with a pretty cloth napkin, a colorful dishtowel or even a piece of fabric cut with pinking shears, or use tissue paper if you prefer. Add bottles or packets of spices, herbs, seasonings, and other ingredients. For a special touch, include a favorite recipe, a cookbook, a wooden spoon, a potholder, or any related accessory. With a little imagination, you can personalize a basket for any bride. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Mexican fiesta. Tuck a brightly colored potholder in Need a bridal shower gift? 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