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knife to
     generously cover the flat dough with the peanut butter. Roll the dough into a log
     shape, similar to a miniature jelly roll.
    Cut into small pieces, 1/3- to 1/2-inch thick. The final result will be pieces that
     look like pretty pinwheels.

Angel Kisses
    Makes approximately 12 pieces
1/3 cup peanut butter
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/3 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
Dash salt
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups chopped walnuts
    Combine the peanut butter, sugar, cream of tartar, sour cream, corn syrup, and salt
     together in a medium saucepan. Cook on medium-low heat until a soft ball begins to
     form, or soft-ball stage. The correct stage has been reached when a drop of the
     mixture forms into a soft ball that slightly flattens when placed in a bowl of cold
     water.
    Continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring continuously so the mixture doesn’t stick to
     the pan.
    Remove from the heat. Add the butter and vanilla and stir well. Cool slightly and
     fold in the walnuts. Drop by teaspoonful onto wax paper and allow to set before
     eating.

Peanut Brittle
    Makes approximately 2 pounds
2 cups sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 cup margarine or butter
2 cups chopped peanuts
1 teaspoon baking soda
    In a large saucepan, heat the sugar, corn syrup, and water until boiling. Add the
     peanut butter and butter and stir continuously for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the peanuts
     and stir constantly until it reaches a hard-ball stage. The correct stage has been
     reached when a drop of the mixture forms into a ball when placed in a bowl of cold
     water.
    Remove from the heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. Pour over a large baking
     sheet. Using forks at opposite ends, begin pulling the mixture and lifting it up
     from the pan. Loosen as soon as possible and break into pieces.
Christmas Treats
    Makes approximately 24 candies
1 cup peanut butter
1 cup vegan chocolate chips
3/4 cup maple syrup
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
    Heat peanut butter, chocolate chips, and maple syrup in large saucepan until just
     melted. Fold in pecans and peppermint extract. Cook on medium-low for about 5
     minutes.
    Transfer to a medium bowl and refrigerate mixture for at least 2 hours. After
     chilling, roll into bite-size balls.

Dips,
     Sauces, Toppings, & Spreads
Five-Layer Dip
    Makes 4 to 6 servings
2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
1-1/2 cups peanut butter
Water
2 cups trail mix that includes banana chips, coconut, and raisins
1 (9-ounce) package chocolate chips
1 (7-ounce) jar marshmallow cream
    Build layers in a 9 x 9-inch dish, beginning with the crushed vanilla wafers.
    Microwave the peanut butter in a small microwave-safe bowl, adding a few drops of
     water in increments in order to make it pourable. This is the next layer.
    Sprinkle the trail mix and chocolate chips on top of the peanut butter layer.
    Microwave the jar of marshmallow cream for a few seconds to make it pourable and then
     add it as the final layer of the dip. Serve with large apple slices or unfrosted
     cookies.
Peanut Colada Dip
    Makes 1-1/2 cups
1/3 cup peanut butter
3/4 cup milk
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (3.4-ounce) package instant coconut pudding mix
    Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl until well blended. Refrigerate until
     ready to serve.
    This dip is delicious served with toasted pita chips or sliced fruits. It is also
     scrumptious as a dessert poured over sweetened rice.
Luscious Autumn Dip
    Makes 1-1/2 cups
3/4 cup peanut butter
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
    Combine ingredients in a medium microwave-safe bowl and heat in microwave for 2
     minutes. Stir thoroughly. Serve warm at the table with a tea-light candle, sterno,
     or low-setting electric fondue pot. Delicious served with slices of pears, apples,
     carrots, and nut or fruit