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Popcorn dressings

Posted by mtwinkle on June 21, 2006

Chili Popcorn

1 1/4 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
dash garlic powder

1. Mix hot popcorn and margarine.
2. Mix seasonings thoroughly.
3. Sprinkle over popcorn. Mix well.

Honey Popcorn Balls

1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

In a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl, combine honey, sugar, cinnamon and 1 tablespoon butter. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high or to 275° F for 5-7 minutes.
Pour honey mixture over popcorn and stir to coat with a wooden spoon then set aside to cool. After thoroughly washing your hands first, butter your hands then shape popcorn into balls.

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Shakes

Posted by mtwinkle on June 21, 2006

Best hot chocolate
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1 pint milk
2 tablespoons the best hot chocolate powder
A handful of marshmallows

Heat a cup of milk in microwave for 2 mins.
put a tablespoon of chocolate powder in a separate mug.
Add a little warmish milk to each mug, you just need enough to dissolve the chocolate powder.
At this point, plonk a few marshmallows into each mug.
When the milk is at a simmer, carefully pour it into a plastic jug or flask.
Screw the lid on tightly, place a cloth over the lid for safety, and shake hard for a minute.
Remove the lid, minding the steam, and pour into your mugs. A little stir and you can slurp your way to heaven!

Frosty Peach Shake

1 cup nonfat peach yogurt
1/2 cup frozen strawberries
1/2 cup skim milk
1 cup frozen or canned peaches
Ice cubes

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

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