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As you’re
decorating the house and preparing for the festive season, you may be
considering another holiday tradition—baking! Homemade sugar cookies, gingerbread,
fruitcake and other goodies make the holidays a little sweeter. But with so
much to do during this busy season, you may think it takes too much time and
effort, not to mention the cost. These tips make it easy and affordable to bake
up delicious treats for the holidays.
- Host a cookie party. Invite friends over for an afternoon of baking. Ask everyone to bring
their own recipes and ingredients. Soon the kitchen will be filled with
laughter, delicious aromas and lots of treats to share. You can also have
everyone bring their freshly baked goodies and make it a decorating party.
- Swap specialities with friends. Many people have a secret recipe that
everyone loves. Make a plan with family and friends to bake up a bunch of
your best bites then swap with others, giving the group a full variety of yummy
sweets to serve up over the holidays.
- Buy in bulk. Check your favourite store flyers at Flyerland.ca for super
specials on holiday baking items and stock up. If the bulk quantities are a
bit too much, you can still save by splitting the cost and sharing the
deals with a friend or two.
- Choose generic spices. Buying spices can be expensive, especially when you need just a
pinch of this or a dash of that. Try the brands at No Frills or Price
Chopper, or the bulk sections of stores to buy only as much as you need.
Using generic products for other ingredients can help you save even more.
- Try a new recipe. Everyone has their holiday favourites, but this year, why not try
out a new recipe or two. Baking ingredients often include special recipes
or you may find ideas in store at Loblaws or Sobey’s. Who knows…you could
start a new holiday tradition.
- Give sweet holiday treats as gifts. Buy festive tins or decorative bags to
package baked goods—they make great hostess gifts or presents for teachers,
coaches and neighbours. Stores like Michael’s offer lots of affordable
items and you can view the deals at Flyerland.ca. As an added touch, print
the recipe on pretty cards to include in the package.
- Remember to bake for home. When you’re busy baking for the office
party or entertaining friends, be sure to bake enough treats for the family
too. Enjoy!
By Debbie Frye, General Manager, Flyerland.ca
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