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Friday, June 19, 2009
Fondant
12:18 AM
Today I decided to try to make my very own fondant for a Father's Day Cake, the kids will be helping me design and bake. We had to make the fondant a day early, to let it sit overnight-- We did not color it yet because we have not decided how we are going to decorate daddy's cake! Alexis thought it would be great to make the cake into a grill, with hot dogs grilling on the top and all! I was thinking that may be a bit too complicated for my first fondant experience--
The fondant seemed pretty easy--and very sticky. It was made with a bag of marshmallows and a bag of pwd. sugar--and a tiny bit of water. I am hoping it will be a lot like Adult Play-do tomorrow, and that I will somehow become a play-do genius overnight :). We shall see--all I know, is no matter what--Daddy will love it, and I can always blame the child-like artistic ability on the CHILDREN :D.
Marshmallow Fondant
The fondant seemed pretty easy--and very sticky. It was made with a bag of marshmallows and a bag of pwd. sugar--and a tiny bit of water. I am hoping it will be a lot like Adult Play-do tomorrow, and that I will somehow become a play-do genius overnight :). We shall see--all I know, is no matter what--Daddy will love it, and I can always blame the child-like artistic ability on the CHILDREN :D.
Marshmallow Fondant
iNGREDiENTS
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 pounds confectioners' sugar, divided
DiRECTiONS
- Place the butter in a shallow bowl, and set aside.
- Place the marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl, and microwave on High for 30 seconds to 1 minute to start melting the marshmallows. Carefully stir the water and vanilla extract into the hot marshmallows, and stir until the mixture is smooth. Slowly beat in the confectioners' sugar, a cup at a time, until you have a sticky dough. Reserve 1 cup of powdered sugar for kneading. The dough will be very stiff.
- Rub your hands thoroughly with butter, and begin kneading the sticky dough. As you knead, the dough will become workable and pliable. Turn the dough out onto a working surface dusted with confectioners' sugar and continue kneading until the fondant is smooth and no longer sticky to the touch, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Form the fondant into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. To use, allow the fondant to come to room temperature, and roll it out onto a flat surface dusted with confectioners' sugar.
Friday, December 19, 2008
Sugar, Sugar how'd ya get so Fine
11:36 AM
I made a sugar scrub, and it seriously made my skin as smooth as a baby's ...well you know ;).
Anyway, it was simple to make and can be easily adapted for your mood, or texture preferences.
You will need:
sugar
oil-olive, almond, etc. Not vegetable.
fragrance
sea salt- for preservation
Pour sugar and a spoonful of sea salt in a container and add oil until it is a good smooth consistency. Add fragrance purchased from the store, or even vanilla or almond extract.
Smooth on skin before shower, using circular motions. Let dry onto skin, like a mask, and sit for 3-5 minutes. Shower and rinse off.
Yum--you can eat the rest, just joking ;).
Keep jar closed tightly, as to not attract insects or allow bacteria to grow. Should use up in a few times, to reduce risk of contamination.
Anyway, it was simple to make and can be easily adapted for your mood, or texture preferences.
You will need:
sugar
oil-olive, almond, etc. Not vegetable.
fragrance
sea salt- for preservation
Pour sugar and a spoonful of sea salt in a container and add oil until it is a good smooth consistency. Add fragrance purchased from the store, or even vanilla or almond extract.
Smooth on skin before shower, using circular motions. Let dry onto skin, like a mask, and sit for 3-5 minutes. Shower and rinse off.
Yum--you can eat the rest, just joking ;).
Keep jar closed tightly, as to not attract insects or allow bacteria to grow. Should use up in a few times, to reduce risk of contamination.
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Gourment Pot Roast w/ Recipe for Leftovers
4:51 PM
Beef Roast
Beef Broth
5 green onions
Shallots
Onion Powder
Garlic
Caribbean Jerk Seasoning
Red Potatoes
Carrots
Truffle oil
Cut potatoes, carrots and green onions in small pieces, and place in crock pot. Add beef. Pour beef broth in, about 1/2 way up the beef. Add 2 cloves of garlic or 1 teaspoon of garlic, Add a tablespoon of shallots, 2 teaspoons of onion powder, and a couple shakes of caribbean jerk seasoning. Finally add white truffle oil--1 teaspoon should be PLENTY.
Cook on high 4-5 hours.
Use some of the cooked broth to make a gravy in a pan with cornstarch and a little more beef broth if needed.
For leftovers the next day shred beef and make sandwiches--can add bbq sauce if wanted for a quick bbq sandwich.
Bath Salts
4:38 PM
So,
Voila-you have a lovely gift to add to your "spa basket." Ideas to include in the basket could be: loofah, bath glove, slippers, candle, etc.
I was researching different 'gift' ideas for a Thriftier Christmas. I have many that I want to give something to on this Blessed Holiday--but, unfortunately, I do not have the means to buy everyone what I desire for them.
So, in an effort to let those I love know that they are loved and thought of--I make personalized gifts for them. Last year, I made handmade earrings and bracelets--along with scarves. So, I thought this year, I should try something a little different.
I decided to make bath salts--because what girl doesn't love a little pampering? It was actually a pretty easy process, most of the time and effort going in to finding the supplies ;). (don't tell them how easy it was)
The things you will need are:
Epsom Salt- Dollar Tree
Sea Salt- 7lbs w/ 40% off coupon at Hobby Lobby is under $5
Fragrant oil- Hobby Lobby 2.99
containers- washed out jelly/olive/condiment jars
Food Coloring
Add equal parts epsom salt and sea salt in lidded container and mix together by shaking the covered container.
Add drops of fragrant oil-- 5-20 drops depending on size of jar, and 2-3 drops of food coloring.
Shake vigourously, it will take a minute or two.
Top off with a pretty bow and label.
Voila-you have a lovely gift to add to your "spa basket." Ideas to include in the basket could be: loofah, bath glove, slippers, candle, etc.
I plan on making bubble bath and sugar scrub next to go w/ the fragrant bath salts I made today.
Time to Create
4:36 PM
My mommy-life blog has inspired me to also blog about the "creative, " side of myself. I love learning new things--and I love making things! Whether it is creating an edible creation, scrapbooking, making babies, or just a fun project to do with my kids--
If it is hands-on--I want to try it!!
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