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February is here already...can you believe it? We love the way the sweetness of Valentine's Day seems to make all the days of the month rosier. Whether you'll celebrate with your sweetheart or treat little loved ones to the joys of making their own Valentine boxes, it's fun for all! We like treating friends to a little something special...any excuse to let them know they're loved, right?
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In this month's edition of Feather Your Nest, our recipes are inspired by the holiday and we're giving you not one but TWO rich and decadent treats to try...we know you'll love them! We've also included a super-easy craft idea to make any surprises you're giving extra sweet.
If you haven't already, check out our page on Facebook! Not convinced? Read below for a chance to win a FREE cookbook...who can say no to that? Each and every day, we're sharing recipes, ideas, Blog posts and starting conversations with everyday cooks just like you. You can even get the behind-the-scenes scoop on new books, thanks to our Cookbook Editor's profile...we'd love for you to join us today!
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P.S. Did you know that February is National Embroidery Month? Check out our newest embroidery craft book, Oh-So-Sweet
Embroidery, for fun and easy ideas to get you started! Whip up a sampler for a special someone or teach grandkids some easy stitches like the lazy daisy or feather stitch. Spend an afternoon making memories...is there any better way to pass the time?
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We were overwhelmed by your
response to our recent Farmers'
Market Favorites offer...it was
our biggest book launch ever so...
THANK YOU!
Last week, hundreds of you ordered your signed copy and, now that Vickie & Jo Ann have signed the last book and put it in the mail, we thought we'd ask you...
What was it that made
you want to buy this book?
Drop us a note or leave a message on our Wall on Facebook and let us know what you loved best!
Don't have yours yet?
Click here to take a peek inside!
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Do you have a family favorite or special occasion standard that comes from one of our cookbooks? Snap a photo between now and next week and you could WIN one of our new cookbooks!
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Make sure you and the book (plus your dish, of course) are in the photo and post it on our Wall
on Facebook by midnight EST on February 9th, 2010. You can also post your entry on YOUR blog and leave us a comment so we can find it. We'll announce the winner February 10th on the Gooseberry Patch blog and it could be YOU!
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Did you know that we have a whole book dedicated to desserts? It's true! There's no better time to treat yourself than these chilly days of February...Sweet & Simple is just the book you'll need.
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Grandma's Brownies
Here's a recipe shared with us by Robyn Fiedler of Tacoma, Washington. She says it was a staple at her house growing up and makes enough for at least 14 grandkids! They'd be delicious any way you slice 'em, but why not try using a little heart cookie cutter for a special Valentine's Day treat?
1/4 c. butter, melted and cooled
4 eggs, beaten
1 c. sugar
1-1/2 c. chocolate syrup
1 c. plus 1 T. all-purpose flour
Combine first 4 ingredients; blend well. Mix in flour; spread in a greased jelly-roll pan. Bake at
350 degrees for 25 minutes; cool. Spread with frosting; cut into squares or diagonally into diamonds. Makes 3 dozen.
Frosting:
6 T. butter
6 T. milk
1-1/2 c. sugar
2/3 c. chocolate chips
Bring butter, milk and sugar to a rolling boil in a small saucepan; stir constantly. Remove from heat; stir in chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
Click here for a printable version of this recipe.
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Want to treat your littlest Valentine? Here's an easy recipe from Kids in the Kitchen, Year 'Round Fun that they'll love helping make. No measuring and no mixing...just 100% fun for
little hands!
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