January 2010

Snacklaces

When it comes to edible jewelry, the candy necklace is king. Introduced in the late 1950s by Ce De Candy Inc., these sweet and fashionable treats have been adorning the necks of kids ever since. But why stop at candy?

Italian pasta and bean soup

It's pasta fagioli in Italian, but what it really is is a delicious, hearty soup perfect for chilly nights and hungry kids.
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