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Reviewed by Cindy Sanchez It is indisputable, the heart is the classic symbol of love. It is what we first think of when wishing to convey such love and warmth to the people we hold most dear. With Holiday Heart we can be as creative in our expression as we wish to be. Run out of creative "heart ideas"? No worries. This wonderful book offers a variety of heart loving options. How about a tasty way to show your love? With chapters such as Baked Hearts, Sweet Hearts, Savory Hearts and Hearts For Kids you are sure to find something to please your dears' sweet tooth. Or how about that crafty side of you? Want to give a lasting gift from the heart? Try a craft from Tabletop Hearts, Gifts From The Heart or Decorative Hearts. A wonderful book full of heartful expressions of love! Sample Recipe: The following text and recipe is copyrighted by Jennifer Barry Design 2002. Dried Cranberry Shortbread Cookies These cookies are beautiful and rustic when cut into hearts with a variety of cookie cutters. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar when cool, if desired. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, plus extra for dusting (optional) 1/4 cup coarsely chopped dried cranberries 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour pinch of salt Preheat the oven to 350*F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside In a mixing bowl, cream the butter until softened, then beat in the confectioners' sugar. Stir in the cranberries, walnuts, flour, and salt and mix well. Press into a large flattened disk, cover well with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. With a rolling pin, roll out the dough on a floured work surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Cut into hearts with cookie cutters. Gather dough scraps into a ball and repeat the process until all of the dough is used. Place on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly browned. Let cool completely before dusting with confectioners' sugar. Makes 2 dozen cookies. Found on page 22. Paperback: 112 pages (2002) Publisher: Ten Speed Press; ISBN: 1580084206 Purchase Info |
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