Friday, February 6, 2009

Smoked Salmon Gift Boxes Are Sure to Please

By Sherry Shantel

People are expecting this to be a tough holiday season for gift buying. With prices going up, and paychecks shrinking, it's going to be difficult to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Many are already worrying about having to cut back, or sending only a card instead of their customary gifts this year. But there's no reason to worry. There is a perfect gift that you can send, customizable to your friends' and families' tastes, that is sure to not only be healthy for them, but also be healthy for your wallet. What is this magic gift? A smoked salmon gift box!

Did you know that smoked salmon is not only delicious, it's also healthy as well? It's true! Smoked salmon is a great source of omega three fatty acids, which are essential to heart health. So even as you're enjoying the delicious, rich taste of the salmon, and thinking you're indulging, you're actually doing your heart a favor. And by shopping online for your smoked salmon gift box, you'll be doing your wallet a favor as well. Your relatives and friends will think you've spent a ton of money on them this year, but you'll know that your gift, while tasty, didn't break the bank.

There are so many great ways to eat smoked salmon. If you're planning on having a holiday dinner party, you might want to stock up on some of it yourself. With some water crackers and a bit of cream cheese, topped off with some rich red Atlantic salmon, you've got yourself a delicious canap. To add an extra kick, try tossing some capers into the cream cheese as well. For a more informal gathering, you can create a delicious dip that's sure to impress by simply blending some flavorful sockeye salmon with some cream cheese in a blender, leaving small chunks of the fantastic fish for texture.

There are also many smoked salmon egg recipes for you breakfast lovers out there. If you're on the go, but want to start your day our right with some protein, try smoked salmon scrambled eggs. As your eggs start to come together, simply add small salmon pieces for an exciting flavor! If you are in the mood for something more challenging, smoked salmon omelets, which pair a thick piece of salmon with a rich creamy cheese, are sure to impress.

But don't think that those are your only breakfast choices. If you're an egg lover, there are also many great smoked salmon egg recipes that are sure to please even your pickiest eaters. For a fast and fun breakfast, try scrambled eggs with smoked salmon. Add the smoked salon as the eggs are firming up to make sure that the pieces are mixed throughout your eggs. If you want to impress, a smoked salmon omelet, pairing rich smoked salmon with a creamy cheese like chevre is a classic and classy way to start your morning.

When you're shopping for your Christmas gifts this year don't fret. Send your family the delicious gift of smoked salmon in a smoked salmon gift box, and you'll be sure to please everyone!

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