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How many slices are in an extra-large pizza?

Even though it is a relatively new food to the country, pizza is so beloved in the United States that more than 3 billion pizzas are sold in the country each year, which adds up to about $37 billion in revenue. On average, every person in North America eats about 23 pounds of pizza each year. In its simplest form, pizza is made of bread, tomato sauce and cheese, but from there the options are almost limitless.

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What is the Wilton recipe for royal icing?

In a large bowl or in a heavy duty stand mixer, combine 3 tablespoons of Wilton's meringue powder, 4 cups of powdered or confectioner's sugar, and 5 tablespoons of warm water. Mix until the icing forms stiff peaks. If using a stand mixer, the mixing time is about 7 to 10 minutes on low. For a hand mixer, beat on high for about 10 to 12 minutes. To make the icing stiffer, or when using a large stand mixer, omit 1 tablespoon of water. For pourable royal icing, add 1 teaspoon of water per cup of icing,\nWhen making Wilton's royal icing, it is crucial to ensure all bowls and utensil..

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How many shots are in a fifth of liquor?

When using 1.5-ounce shot glasses, the figure becomes close to 17 shots per bottle, and nearly 20 shots for 1.25-ounce glasses. The etymology behind the term "fifth" dates back to the 19th century. Liquor was sold in what appeared to be 32-ounce bottles but was actually short of this figure by a few ounces. Other terminology included "short quarts" and "commercial quarts."

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How long do grapes stay fresh?

Grapes should be examined carefully in the grocery store in order to select fruit that lasts a longer period of time. The grapes should appear smooth and plump with no wilting. Green stems are preferable, with grapes that don't separate easily from the stems. Red grapes have a deep red tone, while white grapes have a light greenish hue. Bright green grapes are ripe but tend to be tart.

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How do you make cookies using a cake mix?

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and pour a package of Pillsbury Moist Supreme Funfetti Cake Mix into a mixing bowl. Crack 2 eggs into the bowl, and add 1/3 cup oil. Stir the mixture into a thick batter.\nPinch off a small section of dough, and roll it into a 1-inch ball. Set the ball on an ungreased baking sheet, and repeat with the rest of the dough. Put several tablespoons of white flour on a plate, dip the bottom of a clean glass into the flour, and press it over one of the dough balls. Repeat with the rest of the balls, dipping the glass into the flour after each one. This pre..

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What are some tips for arranging fruit platters?

Before planning your design, choose a look or theme that is appropriate for the event. For instance, a fruit platter for a children’s party can be arranged to look like a toy train. You can carve watermelons to resemble top hats, sailboats or flowers.\nArrange the platter so it is attractive to people who typically pass on fruit. The platter should make the statement that the host has fruit in abundance. Create the illusion that fruit is overflowing the platter by stacking a smaller plate on top and arranging the fruit to spill over the edge of the smaller plate. Preserve the flavor of indiv..

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How do you make a ham casserole?

Make ham casserole by bringing 2 cups of cubed potatoes, 1 sliced carrot and 2 chopped celery ribs to a boil in 3 cups of water. Reduce the temperature and simmer for 15 minutes, then drain the water. Meanwhile, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a skillet, and saute 2 cups of cubed fully cooked ham, 2 tablespoons of chopped green pepper and 2 teaspoons of minced onion. Pour the ham and all the vegetables into a baking dish.\nMelt 4 more tablespoons of butter in a saucepan, then whisk in 3 tablespoon of flour, 1 1/2 cups of milk, 3/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of pepper, and bring the mixt..

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How do you make play dough with Kool-Aid?

Homemade Play Dough With Kool-Aid RecipeHomemade play dough is very easy to prepare and takes around half an hour to make. The Kool-Aid in the recipe provides plenty of color and scent. This recipe was originally published on the Kraft Recipes website.Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 5 minutesRest time: 10 minutesReady in: 30 minutesIngredients:1 cup flour1/2 cup salt1 package of Kool-Aid2 teaspoons cream of tartar1 cup water1 tablespoon oilMix the dry ingredientsMix the flour, salt, Kool-Aid and cream of tartar together in a saucepan. Stir the mixture thoroughly to blend it.Add the remaining i..

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What is in the Olive Garden marinara sauce?

To make a copycat Olive Garden marinara sauce recipe, first start by collecting all the ingredients. Then, warm the extra virgin olive oil in a large saucepan on medium heat. While the oil is heating, peel the fresh garlic cloves. Add the peeled garlic cloves, tomato paste and can of whole tomatoes to the hot olive oil.\nUsing a wooden spoon, crush the tomatoes, garlic and olive oil together. Mix the salt, pepper, basil, Italian seasoning and oregano leaves into the tomato mixture. Bring the saucepan's contents to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer, reducing the mixture for approxim..

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How do you make wine using a balloon?

To make balloon wine from scratch, remove the stems from berries or grapes, but don't wash them. The skins contain yeast on the outside, which aids in the fermentation process. Pour the fruit into a ceramic or glass bowl, and massage the berries for five minutes to remove the juice. Alternatively, use frozen grape, apple or berry juice.\nPour the juice into a large glass jug, making sure there's at least 1 1/2 inches between the top of the jug and the top of the liquid. If using fresh fruit juice, add 2 cups honey. Otherwise, add 4 cups sugar and 1/4 teaspoon dry yeast. Mix well, and..

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