*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           MINI POMANDER BALLS

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Gifts                            Holiday

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        Heavy Thread
                        Long Sturdy Needle
   6                    Kumquarts
   6                    Pieces of Thin Cardboard
                        -1/4" sq.
   1                    Jar Whole Cloves -- .62 oz.
   1                    Yard Ribbon -- 1/8" wide; if
                        Desided

  For each pomander, thread needle with double thread;
  tie large knot on end. Pull needle through cardboard,
  then lengthwise through kumquat with cardboard for
  support. Cut thread at about 6"; tie end for hanging.
  Cover entire surface of kumquat with cloes, using
  needle to start hole for each clove.  Tie ribbon at
  top of each kumquat. DO NOT EAT!!!! NOT EDIBLE!!!
  Makes 6 pomanders.
  
  "Create the scent of the holidays with these aromatic
  ornaments. For gift-giving, hang several of them on a
  sm. decorative tree."
  
  COOK'S NOTE FROM ELAINE CHRISTIANSEN:  "...Pomander
  Balls make a colorful and fragrant decoration,
  centerpiece or closet sachet that lasts for weeks (and
  years). And they are easy enough for children to make
  and give, all by themselves.
  
  To make pomander balls, press whole cloves into
  thin-skinned firm oranges, lemons or limes.  To start
  holes for the cloves, use a nail or skewer. (This also
  prevents 'chewed up' fingers.) Add cloves in rows to
  cover the fruit or make other designs.  Use ribbons
  for additional decoration or for hanging the pomander
  balls."
  
  I have not tried either of these versions. They come
  from my Pillsbury "Holiday" cookbook, Classic #142.
  Marilyn Sultar
 


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