You still have time to make shamrock cookies for St. Patrick's Day! I made 15 (3-inch) cookies starting with a Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix, which works great for making rolled cookies if you add a little flour to it. The frosting I used on the cookies is one I remembered from my childhood that came on store-bough Aunt Sally cookies. I loved the soft and chewy molasses cookies with their marshmallow-like frosting, which was like a royal icing because it sets up quickly but it remains soft under the&nb...
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In China this year, February 3rd is the first day (of a 15-day celebration) to welcome in the New Year. The Chinese New Year is also known as the Spring Festival, even though it occurs in the winter. Based on the weather reports from across the U.S., I think we all need something to celebrate. So pick up some Chinese take-out (or better still, try a Wanchai Ferry frozen or shelf-stable dinner) and w...
Tags: Wanchai Ferry, almonds, Chinese New Year, five spice powder, Chinese Five Spice Almond Cookies, Betty Crocker sugar cookie mix, easy Chinese meals