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Date: 02-18-93 (15:43)             Number: 95
From: JAN #20 @2040*1              Refer#: NONE
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Subj: Crystallized Rose Petals       Conf: (37) Home Cooki
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Crystallized Rose Petals

Charming cake decoration for special decoration.

Select a fresh rose of a deep red color.  Wash
it and shake off the water.  Remove the petals
and pat them dry.  Cut off the white base from
each petal as it has a bitter flavor.  Brush
both sides of the petals with a beaten egg
white, just enough to moisten the surface,
and then sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Place the petals on a try lined with waxed
paper; allow them to dry in the refrigerator.

Fresh Mint leaves may be prepared in the
same manner.  To decorate a torte or cake
arrange the petals individually or as a
rose bud.  A combination of mint leaves
and rose petals will give a delightful,
natural effect.