Monday, April 7, 2014

Recipe: Easter Nests With Jelly Bean Eggs

Here is a recipe for this upcoming holiday!!

Directions:


   1 Break chow mein noodles into small pieces; set aside in large mixing bowl.

2 Combine sugar and corn syrup in large saucepan.

3 Cook on medium heat until the sugar is melted and there are bubbles at the edge of the pan.

4 Add peanut butter and stir until smooth.

5 Pour peanut butter mixture over crunched up noodles; toss until completely coated.

6 Let cool slightly to avoid burns.

7 Butter hands lightly and use approx 1/4 cup mixture to form a compact ball.

8 Make indention in the middle of each ball to resemble a bird's nest.

9 Place on waxed paper and let cool completely.

10 Place 2-3 jelly beans inside each nest.

11 Serve on a bed of green-tinted coconut for extra festive look

Total preparation time: 20 mins!

Enjoy!