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The demo class on making holiday gifts is a fun, hands-on way to get into the festive spirit. Everyone gathers to preserve food and make tasty, personal gifts. The instructor covers the basics of dehydrating and tips on making gifts look great with fun jar toppers, handwritten tags, and cool packaging ideas.
The vibe is lively, filled with the scents of fruits and spices. Attendees leave with new skills and homemade ideas, ready to add a personal touch to their holiday celebrations.
Dehydrating sliced citrus for simmer pots is a simple and aromatic way to preserve seasonal fruit. Thin slices of oranges, lemons, or limes are placed in a dehydrator or a low-temperature oven until they are completely dried. The result is colorful, fragrant pieces that store well and can be added to simmer pots for a warm, citrusy scent during colder months.
Candied citrus peel, on the other hand, is a sweet and thoughtful homemade gift. The process begins by peeling citrus fruits like oranges or grapefruits and boiling the peels to remove bitterness. After that, the peels are simmered in a sugar syrup until translucent and then left to dry slightly before being rolled in sugar. The final result is a glossy, jewel-like treat that balances sweetness with a slight tang, perfect for gifting in jars or treat bags during the holidays. Both methods are satisfying ways to reduce waste while creating something useful and beautiful.
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