The best gifts are often when you find a way to give a piece of yourself. Last year I created a cookbook for my clients, friends, and families. It was a way to share a piece of myself as well as a fun and useful gift! Here is a portion of the book where I shared my personal kitchen and favorite recipe.
PEANUT BUTTER BARS

1 cup butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
²⁄³ cup peanut butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups oats

Cream butter, sugar, brown sugar, peanut butter, eggs and vanilla together.
Sift dry ingredients. Add dry ingredients and oats to mixture. Spread onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 -18 minutes (depending on your oven).

When cool, spread a thin layer of peanut butter over top. Spread chocolate frosting on top of peanut butter layer.

Frosting:
3 cups powdered sugar
4 Tablespoons butter
4 Tablespoons cocoa powder
4 Tablespoons milk

Contact me if you would like to purchase a copy of Creative Spaces for Cooks.