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Make: Projects… The Food Archive

Make: Projects… The Food Archive

When you think back on your day and assess what projects you completed, don’t discount the meals you prepare — they’re projects too! Make: Projects has a Food section where you can share your favorite recipes. Here are a few edibles to whet your appetite.

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Space Shuttle Cake with Ice Cream Tank, Chocolate/Caramel Boosters

Space Shuttle Cake with Ice Cream Tank, Chocolate/Caramel Boosters

Was Googling for interesting stuff made with PVC pipe today and happened upon this impressive theme cake from Craig T. Fifer of Alexandria, Virginia: “The Orbiter is made from brownie covered in fondant; the orange External Tank is made from PVC pipe and holds ice cream; the white Solid Rocket Boosters

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Recipe: Orange Pistachio Cheesecake in Phyllo

By Katie Goodman I had the idea that cheesecake with a phyllo crust would be really delicious for a holiday dessert. I asked a friend if she’d ever tried this before. She said no, but that it sounded delicious and would be great with honey and pistachios. So here is the recipe inspired by that […]

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Gluten-Free Thanksgiving: Poached Pears in Red Wine

By Jeff Potter A recipe excerpt from Cooking for Geeks Poached pears are easy, tasty, and quick. And, at least compared to most desserts, they’re relatively healthy, or at least until the vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce are added. Much of our enjoyment of fruit comes from not just their flavor but also their […]

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Backcountry tiramisu

Everything tastes better in the backcountry. Fact. To bump your trail gourmet status to the next level (and impress your hiking buddies beyond measure), try whipping up a batch of Backcountry Tiramisu. Backpacker magazine provides you with the recipe (below) and a great how-to video. Backcountry Tiramisu Serves 2-3 Ingredients 1/3 cup water 2 tsp […]

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Backcountry Tiramisu

Everything tastes better in the backcountry. Fact. To bump your trail gourmet status to the next level (and impress your hiking buddies beyond measure), try whipping up a batch of Backcountry Tiramisu. Backpacker magazine provides you with the recipe (below) and a great how-to video. Backcountry Tiramisu Serves 2-3 Ingredients 1/3 cup water 2 tsp […]

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