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International Women's Day !
2007-03-08 08:21:00
International Women?s Day has evolved into a popular worldwide celebration that has seen its genesis in a saga of struggles by women against all odds to bring about equality, peace and justice in a patriarchal society.For times immemorial women had to make fervent effort to establish a respectable place for themselves. International Women?s Day is rooted in centuries of strife and revolt. Although inequality and injustice prevailed in society as a whole yet the discrimination in the textile and manufacturing industries was inhuman culminating into widespread discontentment among women which ultimately gave birth to a revolt.Jobs were sex-segregated, women were paid less wages than their male counterparts and had to slog for longer hours working in such a deplorable condition that their place of work was commonly known as ?sweat shops?. Thus ?extraordinary courage? of ?ordinary women? finally brought about a revolution that changed the whole outlook of the world towards women. Send...
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I Want You To Be Happy Day and more...
2007-03-05 05:49:00
Hello people! How is it going? It was a great weekend for me with celebrations of all things good - quite colorful in fact. The weekend started with Employee Appreciation Day. Now, this is a very important day for the heads of all organizations. Appreciating your employee and letting them know how important they are to the company is something that many people overlook. As a result dissatisfaction happens leading to poor work performance. So words of praise every now and then increases effeciency and leads to a happier work environment.Send this eCard !Speaking of happiness - this is what we all seek! Whatever we do, the end result that we desire is always to be happy. So, we celebrate something called I Want You To Be Happy Day. This is a day that requires all to be simply happy and do all things that makes them happy.Now happiness comes in all hues, I mean colors! I just learnt of a Indian festival called Holi, which is called the festival of colors. It is indeed very colorful whe...
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Pig Day and more...
2007-03-02 05:47:00
Oink...Oink, its Pig Day! Guys, a good reason to take a break from all the salami, pork and ham to give these little creatures their due credit. Pigs form a big part of the eco-system by doing away with all the bad things with their great foraging abilities. It is said that you can say when a pig is happy or unhappy by its tail - if the tail is tightly coiled, the little piggy is a happy soul. Else, if the tail hangs limp, the pig is unhappy. Now, that's very interesting!And now, going away from the animal farm to something a little more refined - Peanut Butter Lover's Day. What can I say for this day. The best thing to do here is simply to slather on some and enjoy a crunchy, munchy taste. If U really want to try something different for peanut butter, then check out this video!VideoJug: How To Make Fiendish Peanut Butter Fudge Ghosts
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Polar Bear Day!
2007-02-28 05:40:00
Hey, its almost the end of this month. Cannot believe that another month of the new year passed away so quicky! Time is sure flying fast. Anyway guys, today's the time for another very cool celebration - Polar Bear Day!What a cute celebration this is. Polar bears I guess, belong to the cutest club of the bears. But they sure know how to turn mean as and when required. Very happening customers indeed. So, here's the perfect reason to have fun with these really great ecards!Send this eCard !Send this eCard !

Cuddle Day and more...
2007-02-26 05:46:00
The weekend was bit boring for me. I really didn't have anything much to do and there was nothing to look forward too! But then I remembered about Banana Bread Day, which was fine with me as banana bread ranks as one of my all time favorite foods! So, the next thing that I did was to cajole my mom into making some and here's it -2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 tsp. baking soda1 cup brown sugar1 egg5 tbsp. milk 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter1 cup mashed bananas1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 tsp. vanilla Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.In a large bowl, cream sugar and butter. Beat the egg slightly, and mix into the creamed mixture with the bananas. Mix in sifted ingredients until just combined. Stir in milk, walnuts and the vanilla.Spread batter into one greased and floured 9x5 inch loaf pan.Bake at 350 degrees F, until top is brown and cracks along the top.P.S - There was something else that I did too - in honor of Cuddle...
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Teddy Bear Day!
2007-02-22 13:40:00
Now, this day is really special. Teddy bears are very well loved by both the young and the old, so there is nothing much to do today, other than show your old teddy bear how much it is still loved till date!The fact is - teddy bears are like best friends. They are always there for us. I am sure many of us have shared many secrets in its furry ears and shed many a tear on its broad shoulders! So people, take a breather from your daily routine and give your bear a big cuddle on Teddy Bear Day - just like I am going too!

Mardi Gras and more...
2007-02-21 05:35:00
What a wonderful feeling to be a part of a colorful parade, enjoy the exotic dances and fill up the tummy with some spicy food. Things just couldn't get any better, and more so of Mardi Gras ! Yes, people today is Mardi Gras and we are really in place for some exotic fun - time to get into the festive spirit with the King cakes, masked balls, parades and wild parties.Along with this we also have Shrove Tuesday. Shrove Tuesday is celebrated as a day of feasting before the period of Lent begins. A great day to enjoy a day with pancakes and other home made goodies. So while I go and stock up on some more happening celebrations, U guys let me know the result of your Mardi Gras partying!Send this eCard !
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A Weekend Celebration!!
2007-02-19 06:54:00
It was rather a grand weekend, with celebrations spanning across the globe! The weekend already had a good start, with the Second Honeymoon - making sure all the couples had an extra bit more of cupid time. Then we had the Mardi Gras Festival in Georgia... a great event that's full of exciting things to do and watch. This celebration is all about fun, music and food. Just the kind of things that I like:) And to add to this, was the Chinese New Year... Gong Xi fa Cai! This time, it is really special. It's the Year of the Golden Pig, something the Chinese consider really auspicious as the year is believed to bring in loads of riches! What a great way to bring in smiles, happiness and contentment.Over the years the Chinese New Year has evolved into a festival that is celebrated with a lot of pomp and splendor. It is an ocassion when people of Chinese origin all over the globe with strings attached to their homeland, live the spirit of the festival in full swing. Check out this grea...
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Second Honeymoon Weekend!!
2007-02-16 06:49:00
Hey, I hope U guys had a great Valentine's Day! And I am also kinda sure that there are some of U out there, still reliving the magic all over again. So, what does casey do... she comes up with a celebration that keeps the romance lingering! Yes, it's Second Honeymoon Week end starting from tomorrow, and I guess you couldn't ask for a better reason to fall in love all over again! So ladies and gentlemen, here's to a romantic weekend that could last all the year around.
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Happy Valentine's Day!!
2007-02-14 08:11:00
Hey people... I know all U guys are real busy with your own planning for Vale nti ne's Day, so here's me too - wishing You all, a very Happy Valentine's Day! Send this eCard !Send this eCard !
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Valentine's Day - Love Bites!!
2007-02-13 11:24:00
Hey guys, its here! Vale nti ne 's Day is here and love has taken over us by storm! I know all of U are busy making plans, so I am being really nice and sticking to just what I need to do. And my agenda is a complete V-Day menu (that i found on the net) for all those of you, who believe that the way to anyone's heart is via the stomach! Come on, what's any kind of celebration without something to eat! Love really calls for a special kind of celebration - so here's few easy and simple ones that's leave lots of room for romance! Shrimp Scampi 1 cup butter2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 Tbsp. chopped garlic2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley1/8 tsp. white pepper2 lbs. medium raw shrimp, shelled, devined PREPARATION: Thaw shrimp if frozen. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Combine the butter, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley in a small saucepan and stir over low heat until melted and blended. Remove from heat.Arrange shrimp in a single layer in a large shallow b...
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Valentine Candy Hearts !
2007-02-12 14:22:00
A sweet little something to get U guys in the Vale nti ne mood! Have fun and see U tomorrow for some love-li-cious recipes to usher in Love Day!P.S - 'george' as in George Clooney - do not get ideas guys.The Candy Heart You Should Give Is:To: georgeFrom: caseyWhat Candy Heart Should You Give?
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Super Bowl!!
2007-02-05 12:49:00
There is absolutely no need to say anything... there is enough in Super Bowl to say and watch! I am just completing my mission... of some great and fast Super Bowl recipes! Buffalo Chicken Wings Recipe Ingredients4 to 5 pounds chicken wingsFreshly ground black pepperSalt (if desired)4 cups vegetable oil4 Tbsp butter or margarine (1/2 stick)5 Tbsp Louisiana-brand hot sauce or Tabasco sauce1 Tbsp white wine vinegar PREPARATIONChop off the tip of each chicken wing, and discard it. Chop the wing in half (cutting at the joint) to make 2 pieces. Grind on fresh black pepper and sprinkle with salt if desired. Heat the oil over high heat in a deep skillet, Dutch oven, or deep-fat fryer until it starts to pop and sizzle to around 400 degrees F. Add half the chicken wings and cook until they're golden and crisp, stirring or shaking occasionally. When done, remove them to drain on paper towels and cook the remaining wings. Melt the butter or margarine over medium heat in a heavy saucepa...

'Tattoed' Up!!
2007-01-12 07:59:01
Hey guys, I'm really excited! Today's a really fun day... Tattoo Pride Day. What a cool celebration - tattoing away! It's interesting 'coz sporting a tattoo is considered to be 'THE' in thing now, and the trendier is your tattoo, the 'cooler' U get in town! So people, get going... how 'bout a tattoo today?Another thing that struck my mind - this is something I came across in this ecard site, Thank You Day! This is really good, I mean how many of us really get time to say thanks to all those people, who brighten our days. It's never a bad idea to show a little bit of appreciation, when we hanker for the same ourselves! I know... I'm not getting into those, but it's just a thought!And lastly, if U have really nothing else to do, then just Step In A Puddle And Splash Your Friend! Yes, don't be surprised, something of this kind is also celebrated!
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'Oodles Of Fun'!!
2007-01-04 13:51:01
Life's beautiful and 'cherry-licious'! This is what I think after a few chocolate covered cherries made their way in my stomach - and my heart! And I'm just getting ready for more, more 'oodles of fun' with Spaghetti Day!Guys, spaghetti is simply the best thing to happen. It's easy, fast to make and super easy to eat. So while, I go in search for some... Check out this yummy recipe!8 ounces uncooked spaghetti, cooked 1/2 cup milk 1 egg 1 lb ground beef1 medium onion, chopped, 1 medium green bell pepper chopped2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheeseCombine hot drained spaghetti, milk and egg and mix well.Pour spaghetti mixture into a buttered casserole dish.Brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper and garlic in a large skillet and then drain.Return drained meat back into the skillet and add ...
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A 'Cherry(ful)' Snooze!!
2007-01-04 01:50:01
Greetings people - it's already the third day of the New Year and I hope that U guys have started with your New Year's resolutions! Now lemme confess, I keep kinda asking about this 'coz I wanted to check if there's anyone out there who has been procastinating their resolutions like me. Time's flying by and I'm still unable to make up mind.Anyway, let's come out of me and move ahead - Yesterday was Science Fiction Day, and I had a cool time watching movies and doing something else too. Sleeping! Yes, 'coz today's also Festival of Sleep and I just kind of started celebrating it a bit early! Another celebration that's on the cards for the day is Chocolate Covered Cher ry Day ! It's a tad early to eat now, so I guess some time later in the day will do for my lil' binge. So, before I sign out to head for my classes, take a peek into this yummy thing I found! * 2 1/2 cups confectioners sugar * 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened * 1 Tablespoon milk * 1/2 teaspoo...
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Akemashite omedeto gozaimasu!!
2007-01-02 07:48:01
It's still there... My New Year hangover refuses to just go away!! It's not the bottle, but the mind. The mind is still filled with endless delights, of things unknown and territories unexplored! Oops, I think I'm just getting a wee bit philosophical... is this going to be my mood for the coming year - don't know but will definitely keep U guys posted about it! :)Now before it's too late, let me wish my japanese friends with some new year wishes, 'coz today's also Japanese New Year! Shogatsu is the celebration of the New Year and is the most important holiday in Japan. Entrances are decorated with a Shimekezari. A Shimekazari is a twisted straw rope with fern leaves, an orange and other items of good omen. Family gather to their hometown and spend the time together. People celebrate the New Year with sweet sake called Toso, a soup called Zoni and Osechi-ryori during the holiday.And last but not the least, there's something cool that I found out - ecards on a Bad Hangover! Ch...
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Changing Web - '06 to '07
2007-01-01 19:47:02
New year greetingz & felicitations to all my fellow bloggers and readers. Hope u all had tons of fun partying throughout the night. I, however, enjoyed a more homely New Years dinner with some cheerful friends & family. R you as excited as I am to find out what's been Hot & Happening on the virtual Webosphere( my latest turn-on)? Just found out that the Top Yahoo Searches of 2006 were all celebrity orientated, while the mighty giant Google listed social networking sites like Bebo & MySpace as its Top 2006 searches. Perhaps the only lucky person wisely cashing on both these opposing webgiants was Paris Hilton! Way to go Paris..So that's why they say opposites attract :) And for those wondering what's in for 2007 let's peep into a more popular NextGen weblog called Read/WriteWeb. According to its recent poll of Web Technology Predictions for 2007; Online Video/Internet TV(Venice) will grow popular(Nodoubts about this one ,now that Google owns Youtube) Web on Mobiles will be a hi...
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A Happy New Year!!
2006-12-31 07:45:02
Hey people... there's just a day left more for New Year 's! It's almost New Year's Eve, and I guess the resolution lists are ready... No, not done... never mind! You can just take it easy like me and make resolutions as and when required!So, without much time to waste, let me wish all U guys a 'VERY VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR'!! Have fun, keep enjoying, party hard and do not forget to dig into great food! 'coz like I always say, life's totally incomplete without Food, Friends and Fun!P.S - Guys, here goes a loud 'Shout Out' to one of my friends Antman, who recently featured me in his blog- Cre8buzz.typepad.com. Antman's someone quite unique as he talks about the unique and unknown blogs of this diverse Blogosphere and gives them a cheerful boost. In true spirits he, is like his title goes, Cre8's a Buzz... Let's here it for Antman and Celebrating Holidays Everyday!
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A Chocolate Crave!!
2006-12-29 19:44:02
U know, these holidays are really going to make me put on a whole lot of weight! Last night, I had this sudden craving for chocolate brownies - this satisfied my need for Chocolat e too! And on top of that today's Chocolate Day. Things are just getting bad for my nerves!Anyway, I kind of resisted my craving but found out this cool video on chocolate brownie making. The best part is they give the recipe too! Check it out and here's hoping that watching this video makes all U guys drool... like I did!VideoJug: How to Make Chocolate Brownies
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Some 'Fruity' Fun!!
2006-12-28 07:43:01
Well, well, well... It's time for resolutions now! Christmas is over, Santa's gone back and all the presents have been opened - it's party time again but with a different flavor! New Year! So guys, what do u think about resolutions? For me, they are fine as long as I can keep them - and they really get very difficult to keep once half of the year has passed by!The New Year does bring in a lot more than resolutions. It rings in new year wishes, new year traditions, new year celebrations and more food! Just think, another year filled with food, fun and friends! Speaking of food, we do have another food celebration today - Fruit cake Day. I guess fruitcake is something which is kind of topsy turvy - in the sense that U either like it or simply hate it! So, keeping this 'caked' thought in mind, here's me wishing all the fruitcake lovers, a yummy time and also check out this simple recipe for fruitcake - A sweet treat to usher in the New Year Holidays!1 3/4 cup all purpose flour 1 c...
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Happy Kwanzaa!!
2006-12-27 07:42:01
Hey guys, what's the news there? Still on Santa and Christmas cake? Gosh, I'm so sleepy. Can't keep my eyes open much longer so thought of updating U people soon - today's Kwanzaa . It's a Pan-African festival that primarily honors the African-American heritage! It's celebrated with candle lighting, gift giving and feasts. It's good to know about other cultural celebrations... they give us such a lot of insight into them.And who can forget good ol' Boxing Day? Though it's celebrated on the other side of the Atlantic, it's still a cool holiday celebration 'coz it's just after Christmas! There are a lot of theories regarding the origin of this holiday but, that's for some other time! And if U have an English friend, then ask him or her! They can say the best.Btw, here's something to end the day with - Check out this delicious Kwanzaa recipe that I found!1/2 cup white vinegarzest and juice of 4 limes1/4 cup vegetable oil 6 scallions, trimmed and coarsely chopped3 cloves g...
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Merry Christmas!!
2006-12-23 13:38:01
Merry Chris t mas ! It's come and I'm doing this post a bit early 'coz I know we all are going to be very busy. It's Christmas and also Christmas Around The World, there is joy and cheer, family and holiday traditions, singing carols, meeting and dining with loved ones and not to forget, it's about great food too! Cakes, Cookies, Eggnog, Roasts... this is just getting crazier!So, before I start rambling again, here's to U, Me and Celebrating Holidays Everyday! See U guys all after Christmas, with new ideas and new treats for the New Year! Take care... & enjoy the christmas lights Ciao!Wizards Of Winter - video powered by Metacafe
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Christmas Tree Lights!!
2006-12-23 01:37:01
Just about 3 days to go - and then 'Merry Chris t mas '! We have something cool to celebrate today... Christmas Tree Light Day! This is the best part of the holiday season, there is so much color around. Decorations and mistletoe and twinkling lights - it just get's better whenever U think of It! There is also a couple of other celebrations like Yule and Yalda! Yule was the winter solstice celebration of the Scandinavian Norse mythology and Germanic pagans. It is also considered to be akin to Christmas by many. Yalda is celebrated on the eve of the first day of the winter and celebrates the birth of the Sun God! Wow, there's so much to know everyday about things related with tradition! Right?Speaking of tradition and decorations guys, what's Ur plan with the Mistletoe! This is so very important for the 'single, ready to mingle' and for others already in love! Come on, the Holiday season thrives on love and romance! There is so much to make your heart beat a lil' faster... Check...

Brighter Side Of Life!!
2006-12-21 07:35:01
Celebrating holidays in the holiday season, just reminds U of the brighter side of life - I think U guys will agree with me here! The expectation of joy and merriment in the company of loved ones makes the entire aspect of the holidays so much more fun.Hey, I just was getting a wee bit nostalgic here, but I can sort of - 'coz it's The Holiday Season! And as usual for a food lover like me, it also brings a whole of baking with cakes, cookies and what not! This reminds me, I had something very unusual last night - Chocolate Pizza! I have been asked to try out this before too, but never attempted 'coz somehow the concept of pizza with chocolate put me off! But at the insistence of my cousin (who baked one), I tried a slice and now I'm completely hooked!INGREDIENTS :1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup white sugar2 eggs 1 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips 2 tablespoons shortening 2 tablespoons waterDIRECTIONS :Melt ...
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A 'Spacial' Santa!!
2006-12-20 19:34:01
Hey guys, what's the progress on the Carols? I'm done, just brushed them up a little bit! You know, apart from the regular Christmas stuff, I came across something very interesting - Greetings from Space! Now, don't think we are having an alien attack before the Holidays, it's just something that I found out on the net! Would'nt it be just cool, if we could kind of see Sant a in a space suit, and the reindeers could be jet-propelled deers... Hehe, I don't think 'Rudolph' would appreciate this change much, what say?Neway, before I start saying too much on this space theme (it kinda stuck to my brain)... here's a cool link that has some 'spacial' greetings to check out!

A 'Cookie-ed' Weekend!!
2006-12-19 19:33:03
Hey people, hope U guys had a great weekend so far. I'm was lazing around as usual (the second best that I do, apart from eating!!). We had a host of celebratory stuff over this weekend. I saw few people celebrating Hanukkah, a Jewish event and if U wanna have the Christmas spirit infused in it... go for Chrismahunukwanzakah! That's cool isn't it?There was also Misa de Gallo and Las Posadas, in Philippines. I found about all these on the net. It feels great to have an Asian touch to a holiday tradition! And last, but not the least was Cook ie Cutter Day, and I'm sure U can kind of guess what I did... eat cookies! Come on, what's the use of celebrating cookie cutter day if U can't get to eat cookies! They make great gifts too - check out this simple recipe that can be eaten was well as gifted !3/4 cup Golden Crisco or Butter-flavored Crisco (shortening)1 cup granulated sugar2 eggs1 tsp vanilla2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 tsp baking powder1/4 tsp saltColoured decorations or ...
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Snow Fun!!
2006-12-19 19:33:03
Snow, Carols and Snowmen! It just couldn't get any better! And of course, if U could throw in a couple of cupcakes and a mug of cocoa... well! I have also decided to be a lot more proactive and get things moving 'coz today morning I realized that there's just mere week left for the D-day - Christmas...So people, get your carols ready like me, whip up some fancy cakes and cookies and just do not forget to build a snowman! I love snowmen. Though they have a short life, I like seeing their 'berry' eyes twinkling at me! And if U do not get enough snow, well check out these cool ecards on Build A Snowman Day, and for added joy, here's an easy snowman cookie recipe!Here are the things you need:* Vanilla Wafers * White Frosting * Misc. Items to decorate (See Below)This is the way to prepare:Use 3 vanilla wafers per snowman. Lay the wafers in a row with edges touching; one will be the head and the other two will be the body. Spread white frosting on the vanilla wafers.Now you ar...
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A 'Tree-mendous' Time!!
2006-12-16 19:32:01
Hey, are all your trees bought? It's Buy A Tree Day people, and here's just a friendly reminder to get your tree looking 'tree-mendous'! Getting your trees also point towards decking your halls. There's actually not much time left and even I'm lagging behind in the decorating stuff! I just wished some cousins of mine residing in greece, a happy tree decorating day, with these ecards. They are quite cool!Speaking of which, my mom baked some yummy cupcakes for me... they were just plain 'n simple chocolate cupcakes, but that was enough to send me into a swoon! She did another thing and that really added flavor to them, she used 'perfectly chocolate' chocolate frosting and I guess, that made the cupcakes even richer and intense!Here's the recipe, to try out:3/4 cup butter 2 cups sugar 3 eggs 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup cocoa powder 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder 1-1/2 cups milk 2 teaspoons vanilla Beat butter until softened. Add the s...
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Color Me Blue!!
2006-12-13 07:30:02
You know, my days are going to be filled with Wrangler, Levis and Gap! It's Blue Jeans Day people, and time to celebrate the 'most' important piece of clothing that was ever discovered! Let's face it... our pair of blue jeans occupies the most coveted position in our wardrobe and we would probably be totally lost without it. So 'jean' up and get on the move! Well, to end on a sweet note... it's also Sacher Torte Day. Sacher Torte is actually an Austrian dessert... a chocolate cake that was first made by Klemens Wenzel von Metternich (that's a mouthful!) and registered by the Hotel Sacher. The cake consists of two layers of dense, not overly sweet chocolate dough with a thin layer of apricot jam in the middle and dark chocolate icing with shreds of chocolate on the top and sides. This is traditionally eaten with whipped cream ... (Oh boy, I'm drooling!). Here's a recipe of the Sacher Torte that I found on the net... You guys can try it out! Ingredients: 2...
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