Butterscotch Drops

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                            FOOD FUNNY
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Thanks to Rosemary Zwick for this one:

Three prisoners are captured in the war. They are asked what they wished
to have for their last meal. The Italian asks for and receives a
pepperoni pizza. The Frenchmen requests and receives a filet mignon. The
American requests a plate of strawberries. The captors are surprised and reply, "Strawberries?"

"Yes, strawberries."

"But, they are out of season!"

"That’s ok. I'll wait…."

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                            TODAY'S RECIPE
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Not everyone counts chocolate as their favorite candy. Here's an
old-fashioned favorite that's sure to please them.

Butterscotch Drops

2 cups (500 ml) dark brown sugar
1/4 cup (60 ml) molasses (treacle)
1/2 cup (125 ml) butter
2 Tbs (30 ml) water
2 Tbs (30 ml) cider vinegar

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil over moderate
heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Boil until the mixture reaches the
hard-crack stage, 300F (180C). Drop from a teaspoon onto lightly
buttered aluminum foil or marble slab and allow to cool.
Makes about 1 pound (450 g).
Received on Wed Oct 28 19:18:16 2009