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View	Lofthouse Ultimate Holiday Cookie Decorating Contest Guest: Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products This segment highlights Lofthouse Cookies, which were originally made from an old family recipe, passed down from generation to generation. The original recipe paired a moist and delicious sugar cookie with a sweet, fluffy colorful frosting. And, to this day, Lofthouse still bakes a great tasting cookie. Colleen Burns, mother of 5 and former national television journalist shows us some creative cookie decorating ideas for the holidays. more
View	Finishing your frosting Guest: Pinnacle Foods Group, LLC For an easy, extra special finish to your favorite cake recipe, try gently folding 1 can of creamy frosting with 1 container of non-dairy whipped topping, frost your cake as desired and refrigerate. You might also try mixing orange juice and orange zest into creamy frosting and putting it on your morning muffin for a zippy twist. more
View	Cake baking and cooling tips Guest: Pinnacle Foods Group, LLC Here’s a tasty cake baking tip: When baking with glass baking dishes, lower your oven temp by 25 degrees, because glass heats more quickly than metal and retains its heat longer. You should cool your cake for 15 minutes before removing it from the pan, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting. more
View	Smooth & Shiny Frosting Guest: Pinnacle Foods Group, LLC How do you frost your cakes smooth and shiny? Here’s a simple tip: After frosting your cake, dip a palette knife or small spatula into hot water and wipe off the water. Then slide the heated knife over the cake. It will melt the icing just enough to make the surface smooth and shiny. more
View	Easter holiday baking ideas Guest: Pinnacle Foods Group, LLC This segment defines the role Duncan Hines plays in helping you create delicious baked goods and treats for any and all occasions. Whether you’re baking with someone or for others, Duncan Hines is the best way to show friends, family and others that you care. With a full array of bake mixes, ready to spread frostings and even frozen brownies that can go straight into the oven, Duncan Hines is the most trusted partner in the kitchen for today’s bakers. more
View	Garnish, please! Guest: Pinnacle Foods Group, LLC Let’s talk about topping off your creations. One option is to use toasted coconut, which makes a light, crunchy garnish. Just spread shredded coconut on a cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for about three minutes. Stir and bake 1 or 2 minutes more, or until golden brown. Sprinkle it on creamy vanilla frosting, add some fresh fruit and wa-la! more
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