Article: Sending goodies for the troops in Iraq ASK FOOD NETWORK KITCHENS

Q:I am sending a care package to soldiers in Iraq and am looking for recipes for cakes/cookies that are able to keep for at least two weeks without tasting stale. Do you have any recipe suggestions or tips on packaging to preserve freshness? - Cesceli Nakamura, Mililani, Hawaii.

Q: I am stationed in Iraq, and my friends and I are all foodies and want to have a gourmet Christmas party here. I am looking for some ideas on food items that ship well. Already planned on crackers, canned marinated artichokes, stuffed olives, etc. Obviously, good cheese is limited. Would appreciate any ideas you can give. Thanks. - Dawn Cox, Iraq.

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