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Special Occasion Cookbook

Homemade Marshmallows

Posted by Nunzio's Daughter  

These are fluffier and MUCH more flavorful than the ones you get at the supermarket. Another plus is that you can make them as big as you want to fit perfectly with any cup of cocoa! MORE»

Recipe #342953

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Meringue Buttercream

(1 reviews) Posted by Kay Demonbren  

This recipe is from Colette Peters, in a wonderful book called Cakes To Dream On. This is one of the many recipes I tested when making my daughter's first birthday cake, and this is the best buttercream I've ever tasted. While still very buttery,... MORE»

Recipe #189758

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Stuffed Strawberries Elegante

(1 reviews) Posted by Cooking202  

These are absolutely wonderful little morsels. They never last long. The original recipe came from an old Roswell, GA cookbook. I've seen many variations, this recipe is very forgiving and can easily be lessened or increased. They travel well... MORE»

Recipe #282858

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Extra Special Buttercream Icing

(42 reviews) Posted by Donna M.  

This is the best buttercream icing I have ever tasted. I used it for my daughter's wedding cake. I made a double batch, which was enough to ice, border, and pipe small decorations on the sides of the cake for a 14" x 10" x 6" tiered cake. I think... MORE»

Recipe #69633

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Edible Cookie Basket

(1 reviews) Posted by Gingerbee  

I was reading the message boards and someone was looking for different ideas for Easter Baskets! Then I remembered this and though it's too late for this year, maybe you'll try this for next year or for any special day! The kids love it! I've made... MORE»

Recipe #23897

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Homemade Crystallised Flowers - Violets

(3 reviews) Posted by French Tart  

I love all manner of preserves, and crystallising flowers is a very therapeutic pastime if you have an hour to spare and some suitable flowers in your garden! Crystallised flowers add a touch of elegance to all manner of cakes, large and small. I... MORE»

Recipe #216296

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Herbal Ice Cubes

(31 reviews) Posted by - Carla -  

Freezing is a simple and excellent way to preserve fresh culinary herbs. Packing in ice cube trays makes it easy to always have fresh herbs on hand, adding fresh herb flavor to soups, sauces, and drinks. Some people prefer to freeze in a good... MORE»

Recipe #111461

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Bride & Groom Apples

(2 reviews) Posted by Susie D  

Are you looking for something special for a wedding or shower? This apple couple is adorable and would make a cute edible centerpiece. Use two jumbo apples for a bridal couple or small apples for wedding favors. A firm, crisp apple works best... MORE»

Recipe #186155

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Ginger Ale Ice

Posted by Andeey  

So Refreshing! This is from Better Homes and Gardens Magazine. You can freeze up to 2 weeks. To serve, let stand at room temp about 20 minutes. MORE»

Recipe #185386

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How to Make Baked Taco Salad Shell Bowls

(33 reviews) Posted by Juliesmom  

Also requires 2 empty food cans (4-inches wide) and deep dish pizza pan (12 to 14-inch ) MORE»

Recipe #54417

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"tuxedo" Chocolate Covered Strawberries

(8 reviews) Posted by Parrot Head Mama  

A neat idea for gift giving or for those special occasions where you want to "dress up" plain old chocolate covered strawberries. Very easy and relatively inexpensive, especially compared to the store-bought ones. **yield stated... MORE»

Recipe #157160

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Chocolate Waffle Cones or Bowls

Posted by andypandy  

This is a basic chocolate waffle cone used for ice cream. While warm form into cones, or place over the back of small custard cups for bowls, or trim up with a pizza cutter into squares for ice cream sandwiches. You do need a waffle cone maker... MORE»

Recipe #177706

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Waffle Cones or Bowls

Posted by andypandy  

This is my basic recipe to make waffle cones. I make these and roll into shape for ice cream cones, or place over the back of custard cups to make small bowls. I also make them and cut with a pizza cutter and make squares, which can be used for... MORE»

Recipe #177711

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Cookie Fruit Baskets

(1 reviews) Posted by looneytunesfan  

Fill these five-ingredient cookie cups with any flavor of ice cream, frozen yogurt or sorbet. MORE»

Recipe #164891

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Colored Sugar

(28 reviews) Posted by najwa  

Colored sugar to top cookies with, or roll them in .. sometimes I use it to top muffins when I make them for kids .. I usually use coarse sugar, and it works well .. MORE»

Recipe #79278

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Decorative Ice Cubes or Ice Mold

(1 reviews) Posted by Spicy Gal  

The ice cubes are lovely served in summer drinks; the ice mold makes a very elegant addition to a punch bowl. This is from the Joy of Cooking. (Note: "cooking" time is freezing time.) MORE»

Recipe #115085

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Chocolate Spoons

Posted by Spicy Gal  

These are fun to serve with coffee for a touch elegance! Kids (8+ yrs.) get a kick out of making them. They are simple and quick. (The instructions only seem long written down...) MORE»

Recipe #114119

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Christmas Tree Edible Centerpiece

(9 reviews) Posted by ~Rita~  

I used a mix of cauliflower from the gardenia mix, broccoli and boccoflower for a contrast of color. I quickly blanched the broccoli and broccoflower heads very quickly (just seconds) in salted boiling water and the chilled to brighten the... MORE»

Recipe #149199

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Candied Orange Peel

(2 reviews) Posted by jeniwan  

This recipe also works well for lemons and grapefruit. These are wonderful dipped in chocolate. MORE»

Recipe #148793

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Gingerbread Bowl

Posted by RoseofSharon  

This is a cute way to use gingerbread-makes your house smell yummy. Makes a unique gift. MORE»

Recipe #148240

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