The 2011 Gift Guide For Home Cooks

Finding a gift for the holidays can be a stressful task: How much should you spend? Can you find a creative gift that's useful and makes them feel special? We know, we've been there too, year after year.

To alleviate any worries this upcoming gift-giving season, we've created a comprehensive guide for the cook in your life. Whether it's a top-of-the-line set of knives or DIY adventures, we've got great ideas for you in all types of price ranges.

What to get the cook who has everything? Try Michael Ruhlman's new cookbook, filled with tons of techniques and tips that will educate even the most experienced cook. For the novice chef? A set of colorful paring knives that come with protective case covers — making sure no one nicks their fingers!

Click through our list of fabulous gifts for home cooks and you might just find what you're looking for. Happy Holidays!

Click here to see The 2011 Gift Guide for Home Cooks Slideshow.