Love'n Bake News in a Nutshell

Want some whimsy on your Halloween or Thanksgiving table?  Then consider having fun with a little marzipan sculpting.  For this project, we took inspiration from forests full of the rich colors of autumn and the fragrance of acorns and wild mushrooms.  First we cracked open a favorite book on wild mushrooms by eminent mycologist Roger [...]

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We first saw these adorable chocolate mice in a box of LA Burdick Chocolates, which were filled with delectable creams.  Then a marzipan version appeared in Desserts Magazine. These are so easy and fun to make.  Make one or a dozen.  All you need is marzipan, some sliced almonds and bittersweet chocolate.  They keep for [...]

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Sculpting with marzipan is really child’s play so don’t be daunted. Yes, people do create unimaginably lovely creations using marzipan and a fine artist’s sculpting skill. But mere mortals and their guests can have fun with it. These delicious treats can be made up to a week ahead and stored in an airtight container before [...]

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With the first shoots of green grass appearing in our lawns up here in the Northeast, we’re thinking of springtime holidays and spending more time out- doors. This month we’re recommending a moist carrot muffin with an almond twist; there is marzipan in the batter. (The mini carrot garnish is there for those who want [...]

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