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5 Ways With Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels

Susannah Chen — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 05:02:59 PDT

After mastering the art of chocolate-dipped chicharrónes, I became obsessed with coating just about everything in chocolate - in particular, pretzels. Dipping the salty sticks into chocolate over the double boiler became a part of my Winter-to-Spring weekend routine, and I quickly learned that not only are chocolate-covered pretzels more fun to make yourself, but there's also a ton that can be done with them. Get acquainted with the art of melting chocolate, then check out my five favorite things to do with a bowl of melted morsels and a bag full of pretzels.

Savory Sight: Homemade Soft Pretzels

Yum Community — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:22:01 PDT

As My Fare Foodie illustrates, making soft pretzels from scratch isn't an impossible feat.

Homemade German soft pretzels with hefeweizen horseradish mustard.

Want the recipe? Then check out her blog. And don't forget to share your own fabulous photos in Savory Sights, our photo collection in the YumSugar Community!

Ultimate Beer-Lover's Dessert: Guinness Ice Cream

Susannah Chen — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 12:28:55 PST

It's almost mid-March, and American eaters are moving on quickly from one debaucherous holiday to the next. For St. Patrick's Day, I already know what I'm serving for dessert: Guinness ice cream!

Since spotting the Food & Wine recipe, I've bought an ice cream maker and prepared it twice in one week. With the big green holiday looming seven days ahead, I can only imagine how many more times it'll get made.

Next up: mixing in homemade chocolate-covered pretzels and ribbons of from-scratch fudge sauce. This ice cream is all at once nuanced and full of multifaceted flavor, yet at its heart, simple and comforting. Want the recipe? Then keep reading.

Pretzel-Flavored Foods: Love Them or Hate Them?

Susannah Chen — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 04:06:16 PST

Katie was spot-on when she predicted pretzels would be big in 2011. It's only Feb. 1, and they're already huge! Not only are homemade pretzels hot, but so is anything flavored like the street treat, from pretzel crisps to pretzel bagels and pretzel rolls. Can you appreciate the distinctive lye flavor on other food items - or would you rather just have a pretzel?

Source: Flickr User scaredy_kat

Taste Test: Ritz Munchables Pretzel Crisps

YumSugar — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:40:52 PDT

I wasn't allowed too many snacks growing up, but there was one exception: Ritz Crackers. For reasons unbeknownst to me, these crispy, airy pillows of goodness passed the Mom and Dad test - how, I'm still not sure. With their touch of butter, I didn't feel compelled to top them with anything else.

The classic Ritz undoubtedly remains a bestseller, but in a day and age where supermarket aisles are crammed with everything from Cheetos Mighty Zingers and New York Style Risotto Chips, Nabisco's trying to stay ahead of the curve. Enter Ritz Munchables Pretzel Thins (formerly known as Ritz Munchables Pretzel Crisps) - a product that the company describes as "pretzel outside plus cracker inside." Did they live up to their promise? Find out when you read on.

Soft Pretzels Two Ways - Sweet and Savory

YumSugar — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 05:50:47 PDT

If you can't make it to watch your favorite baseball team on Opening Day this year, turn your home into spectator central by gathering everyone 'round the big screen and serving up some stadium foods. Hot dogs, peanuts, and, of course, beer. Be sure to pass around fresh, hot soft pretzels, too (since most of you prefer them to their crispy counterparts). Serve them as a pre-dinner snack with coarse salt and spicy brown mustard - or studded with chocolate chips as a portable dessert. Which one suits your taste best? Decide when you read more.

Would You Rather Eat Hard or Soft Pretzels?

partysugar — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:30:03 PST

What's the Better Bar Snack: Pretzels or Peanuts?

partysugar — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 04:00:07 PDT

Source: Flickr Users oskay and tillwe

Valentine's Day Treat With a Twist!

LilSugar — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 13:00:15 PST

When a special occasion calls for something sweet and savory, satisfy your youngsters with Simple Put Gourmet's decadent crispy treats! The mama made chocolate-covered pretzels come in all sorts of flavors - from white chocolate and M&Ms to dark chocolate sprinkled and toffee crunch and peanut butter versions. Whether you are looking for a unique Valentine's Day gift or a way to celebrate a new baby's birth, these goodies will set you back $10 - $12 for half a dozen and are shipped in boxes with a bow.

Come Party With Me: Fashion Week Party - Menu

partysugar — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 07:45:18 PDT

For my Fashion Week party, I'm putting together a menu full of iconic New York treats. I'll be hosting the party at my place, but since I want to kick back and have fun too, my dinner menu will be composed primarily of passed items.

Homemade pretzels and dill-pastrami bites are not only great snacks, but they're also quintessential New York eats. For something more substantial, I'll be serving a platter of steak with tomato dipping sauce, as well as small plates of Waldorf salad. To put together this effortless party menu,