Food Gift Baskets You'll Wrestle Your Grandmother For

Sure, food gift baskets can be ubiquitous this time of year. Wicker baskets stuffed with filler, overflowing with cellophane wrapped cheeses, fruit and crackers. They look impressive and there's something for everyone. But they can often be expensive. And often not really personable.

Then I recently had a conversation with my coworker, Heidi, about her gift baskets she has put together in the past. I was envious of those who were lucky to get one of her baskets! Get inspired and start cooking and packaging! Links to my favorite recipes and products below. If you're short on time, store-bought is okay too! They will be the hit at your next yankee swap. Guaranteed.

Homemade meatballs and sauce

Parmesan cheese

Cheese grater

Wooden spoon

HYGGE BASKET

Homemade Baileys

Homemade Marshmallows

Hot Cocoa Mix

Mugs

Homemade cookies

NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION BASKET

Good Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Good vinegar (balsamic usually comes in fancy bottles)

Salt & Pepper Shaker

WINTER WARMER BASKET

Homemade eggnog

Bottle of brandy

Glassware

Homemade soft pretzels

HOSTESS TRAY

Cheese selection

Homemade apple butter

Crackers

Wine glasses

Bottle of wine