Have a Cocktail with Sparkling Ice

Enjoy the summer nights with a refreshing beverage!

Sparkling Paloma

INGREDIENTS

½ oz Tequila

1 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice

½ oz Fresh Lime Juice

½ oz Agave Nectar

Splash of Sparkling Ice Pink Grapefruit

Grapefruit Peel for garnish

DIRECTIONS

Combine tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a glass over ice. Add a splash of Sparkling Ice Pink Grapefruit. Garnish with grapefruit peel and serve.

Citrus Freeze

INGREDIENTS

1 oz tequila

8 oz. Sparkling Ice Lemon Lime

1 oz lime juice

1 lime wedge

DIRECTIONS

In a blender, add one cup of ice, tequila, Sparkling Ice Lemon Lime, and lime juice. 

Blend until smooth and pour into a glass and serve with a lime wedge.

AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Stuffed Apple Roses with Chocolate Strawberry Sauce

Mars Chocolate North America has partnered with sites such as Fort Ticonderoga, Colonial Williamsburg, Mount Vernon, The National Archives, Monticello, and The Smithsonian to not only sell AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate, fashioned off ingredient lists from the 1750’s, but also to educate consumers on the history of the Americas through the unique lens of chocolate. 

Some of the aforementioned venues including Smithsonian National Museum of American History, Fort Ticonderoga, National Archives, Old North Church and Genesee Country Village Museum will offer free samples, chats with AHC’s Chocolate Historian and 18^th century-inspired chocolate-making demonstrations. AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate has also collaborated with its site partners for a fantastic free E-zine filled with delicious summer recipes and fun facts to share with family and friends while summer entertaining.  A sampling of recipes can be found below:

AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Stuffed Apple Roses with Chocolate Strawberry Sauce

This special treat comes to us from Florence L. Allen, chef de cuisine at Shield’s Tavern in historic Colonial Williamsburg. 

Serve warm to maximize the sweet apple chocolatey goodness.

Servings: 10-12

Prep Time: 45 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

INGREDIENTS

For the pastry:

• 1 pack pie dough (frozen or homemade)
• 3 teaspoons AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Drink Mix
• 2 Red Delicious apples, sliced
• 1 cup water, or more as needed 
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon nuts (your choice), roasted and crushed
• 10 tablespoons caramel sauce in a squeeze bottle (or preserves of your choice)
• For garnish: Cinnamon sugar (McCormick® brand)

For the sauce:

• ¾ cup powdered sugar
• 2 cup strawberries, diced
• 2 Tablespoons of AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Block, shaved

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees, convection setting, low fan.
2. Prepare the pastry: Roll out the dough onto a lightly floured surface 1/8 inch thick. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Drink Mix, or more if desired. Flip the dough and repeat.
3. Combine water and lemon juice in a microwave-safe bowl. Core two large red apples, then slice into very thin strips with a knife, or use a mandolin for consistency. Place the slices immediately in the bowl.
4. Place plastic wrap over bowl and microwave for about 1 minute, but no more than 1½ minutes, until the apples are soft but not mushy. Uncover and drain water.
5. Roll the dough 1/8 inch thick. Slice the dough into strips 2 inches wide x 8 inches long to make 10-12 strips that are 8 inches wide. (This will help cook the pastry evenly.) Square the edges.
6. Squeeze a line of caramel sauce (or substitute preserves of your choice) across the middle of the dough, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, crushed nuts and AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Drink Mix. Top with a row of apple slices. The caramel sauce holds the apple in place and give it flavor.
7. Gently fold the pastry over the apple slices, pinch the ends together and roll the apples into a rose-like shape. Use two hands — you'll get the hang of it!
8. Grease muffin tin with a non-stick cooking spray or vegetable oil and place the pastry roses in tin. Bake for 25-35 minutes. Check the center of the roses with a toothpick to insure doneness. Cool in muffin tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cookie rack to cool completely, or serve warm. (They're terrific warm!)
9. For the sauce: Wash the strawberries, slice off the tops and dice, then place in a sauce pan over medium heat. 
10. Add powdered sugar and cook with the strawberries until the powder sugar has dissolved, stirring occasionally. Watch closely, it will burn fast.
11. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of shaved AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Block.
12. Before serving, pour strawberry sauce in your desired serving dish. Place the pastries on top of the strawberry sauce and drizzle the roses with caramel sauce. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate is an authentic historic chocolate made from ingredients available in the 18th Century. The recipe repre­sents a true taste of chocolate the way our ancestors would have enjoyed it. Made with all-natural ingredients and no preservatives, AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate comes in four unique formats: chocolate sticks, chocolate bites, chocolate baking/grating blocks, and finely grated chocolate drink mix. The perfect souvenir from your upcoming summer travels, AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate is sold exclusively at over 200 fine gift shops at historic sites, museums and historic inns across the USA and Canada. It is also available online. Learn more about AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate at http://www.americanheritagechocolate.com/, on www.Facebook.com/AmericanHeritageChocolate, on Twitter @Choc_history and on Pinterest @chochistory or NOW on Instagram at @AmericanHeritageChocolate.

These along with other fantastic historical recipes and fun chocolate history facts will be available on July 2 when AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate launches an E-Zine available to anyone who registers to receive a copy at www.americanheritagechocolate.com. 

DQ® Celebrates National Ice Cream Month with Free Blizzards

To make it easy to celebrate National Ice Cream Month in July, the DQ brand has launched a new national mobile app, which offers a free small Blizzard® Treat deal after download and registration. Fans can enjoy any Blizzard Treat, including the new OREO ® Firework Blizzard Treat, the July Blizzard Treat of the Month. Exclusions apply.

All summer long and beyond, through the app, fans will receive national weekly exclusive DQ deals on treats, food and beverages, redeemable at participating DQ restaurants in the U.S., excluding Texas, and Canada. Fans also will receive notifications and information about national promotions, including the Blizzard of the Month, and national limited time offers directly to their phones. They'll find access to a store locator and the DQ menu through the new app.

For more information about the Dairy Queen system, visit DairyQueen.com . Connect with the DQ system on Twitter using #LOVEmyDQ and follow the system at twitter.com/dairyqueen . Visit the DQ Facebook fan page, which has more than 11.4 million friends and become a friend at facebook.com/dairyqueen.

*OREO and the OREO wafer design are registered trademarks of Mondelez International group, used under license.

About IDQ:

International Dairy Queen Inc., (IDQ), based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation. Through its subsidiaries, IDQ develops, licenses and services a system of more than 6,800 locations in the United States, Canada and more than 25 other countries. IDQ is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Berkshire) which is led by Warren Buffet, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire. For more information visit DairyQueen.com.

               

Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark named Winner of Readers' Choice Contest

Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark, the Poconos’ premier adventure destination, has been named Best Indoor Waterpark in the country by USA Today. 

From the hundreds of indoor waterparks nationwide, Aquatopia secured the winning spot in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers' Choice travel award contest for the second time since opening its doors in 2015.

The contest, which was launched on May 14 by USA TODAY, gave voters four weeks to vote for the candidate of their choice. This is the third time Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark was nominated and the second time it has been voted #1.

“The results are in and we could not be more excited that Aquatopia has been ranked #1 as the best indoor waterpark in the USA,” said Ame Cameron, VP of Sales & Marketing at Camelback Resort. “We are grateful to everyone who voted and invite new guests to experience the thrills and amenities that set Aquatopia apart from the other indoor waterparks in the county.”

Committed to providing adventures for guests of all ages, the 125,000-square-foot indoor waterpark is housed under a Texlon transparent roof that immerses guests in natural sunlight year-round while providing protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Aquatopia features seven pools, 13 water slides and a multitude of thrilling water attractions, including: Storm Chaser, North America’s longest uphill water coaster; The Great Ka-Na-Gawa Wavepool; an indoor/outdoor hot tub; and Kartrite’s Quest, the world’s first themed “next generation” multi-level aqua play structure equipped with 84 interactive water effects.

10Best.com provides readers with original, unbiased, and experiential travel content for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world. At its core is a team of local travel experts: a well-traveled and well-educated group who are not only experts in their fields – and their cities – but discriminating in their tastes. These local experts live in the city they write about so the content is constantly updated. USA TODAY invites individuals and families from across the country to participate in these respective month-long “10Best Readers’ Choice” awards by voting for their travel favorites, including “Best Indoor Water Park.”

Earlier this year, Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark received the “Platinum International Aquatic Safety Award” from Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. International Aquatic Safety and Risk Management Consultants. This prestigious honor is awarded to aquatic facilities that epitomize safety excellence and exceed industry standards in risk management.

Aquatopia was also ranked among the top indoor waterparks in the world by U.S. News & World Report in an article that was published in March 2018.

Opened in April 2015, Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark is the most innovative waterpark ever constructed in the U.S. in a single phase. The award-winning leadership and cutting-edge innovations of Aquatic Development Group created the largest indoor waterpark in the Northeast with several never-before-seen attractions, such as the Venus SlydeTrap, a 608-foot-long, fully-enclosed family rafting experience with a record-breaking sphere and open ‘manta’ wall ride. Aquatopia was part of a $163 million project that also included the construction and development of the eight-story, 453-suite Camelback Lodge.

The Great Kanagawa Wavepool features a snowcap-topped mountain, complete with a real Sno-Cat that uses thousands of LED light and sound effects to create the illusion of an avalanche plummeting into the pool. Bombora FlowRider® lets guests ride the waves alone or with a partner. The Lost River is a vast departure from a typical lazy river, enthralling guests with an adventure river ride through the jungle into a mysterious temple to find clues before emerging into daylight and a 60-foot waterfall. Perched on its launching pad high above Flyboys, the adults-only swim up bar, is Kartrite’s DHC-2 Beaver Float Plane, affectionately named, “Spirit of Tannersville.”

Aquatopia perfectly complements the existing family-friendly adventures at Camelback Resort, including 36 ski trails; the biggest snowtubing park in the U.S.A. with 42 lanes and a nightly Galactic LED light show experience; Pennsylvania’s only Mountain Coaster; North America’s longest twin, 4,000 ft. zip-flyers; and Camelbeach, Pennsylvania’s largest outdoor waterpark.

Located just 90 minutes from New York City and two hours from Philadelphia, Camelback has wide appeal to a broad audience, including families and seasonal outdoor enthusiasts. Camelback Resort serves more than 1.7 million guests annually.

In early 2019, Camelback fans will have a new vacation destination to explore: The Kartrite Hotel & Indoor Waterpark, the latest creation of Ken Ellis and Arthur Berry II, co-owners of Camelback Resort. Built in the midst of 1,600 acres of wilderness in the Catskill Mountains, The Kartrite will feature New York State’s largest indoor waterpark—designed by Aquatic Development Group—and a luxury hotel with 324 exquisitely designed guest suites. For more information, visit TheKartrite.com.

For more information about Camelback Resort or to make a reservation, call 855.515.1283 or visit www.CamelbackResort.com.

About Camelback Resort

Camelback Resort continues to reinvent itself since opening in 1963 with 14 trails and three lifts serving 41,656 skiers. Today, Camelback serves more than 1.7 million outdoor enthusiasts and visitors annually with 37 trails, 16 lifts, 100 percent snowmaking, the largest snowtubing park in the U.S. with an out-of-this-world “Galactic” light experience, Camelback Mountain Adventures (featuring the only mountain coaster in Pennsylvania and North America’s longest twin 4,000-foot Zip-Flyers), Camelbeach Waterpark (the largest waterpark in Pennsylvania) and Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark. For more information, www.CamelbackResort.com.

About The Kartrite Hotel & Indoor Waterpark

Set to open in early 2019, The Kartrite Hotel & Indoor Waterpark is the latest creation of Ken Ellis and Arthur Berry III, co-owners of the Pocono’s premier adventure destination, Camelback Resort. The Kartrite Hotel & Indoor Waterpark will feature two acres of exhilarating four-season indoor waterpark space and a luxury hotel with 324 guest suites. Building upon the family-focused thrills and amenities that have made Camelback Resort & Aquatopia a premier destination in the Poconos, the new hotel and indoor waterpark will be perfectly situated to serve adventure-seekers from the New York metropolitan area and beyond. Inspired by the beauty of its Catskill locale with a nod to the region’s historic past, the cheeky, contemporary design of the hotel and indoor waterpark will set the bar for both innovative architecture and family-friendly adventure at every turn. For more information, visit TheKartrite.com.

Photo features: Camelback Lodge & Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark in Tannersville, Pa.

Recipes for Meatless Mondays

PEREG NATURAL FOODS AND THE CHEESE GUY PRESENT A TRIO OF EXCITING MEATLESS RECIPES FOR ANY DAY OF THE WEEK

It’s easy to be veggie-inspired this time of year, isn’t it? Veggie power and meatless meals reign in late summer!

When the farmers markets and grocery stores are overflowing with fresh, crisp produce, meatless meals are the perfect way to put it all to delicious use! No doubt, we knew this was a great time to feature some meat-free recipes featuring products from Pereg Natural Foods and The Cheese Guy.

It was a match made in vegetarian heaven. Pereg proudly bears all natural and non-dairy, lactose-free certification on its entire collection of exotic spices from around the world, as well as their gluten-free pastas, gluten-free cereals and gluten-free flours and their extensive line of all-natural products made from ancient grains. Many Pereg products are also non-GMO and Whole Grain certified. Brent Delman, a.k.a. “The Cheese Guy,” partners with small dairy farms to produce more than 35 varieties of hand-crafted, all-natural and kosher certified artisanal cheese.

These wildly popular recipes are perfect for Meatless Mondays … or any day of the week, especially in summertime! Try these recipes for meat-free comfort foods that’ll even keep meat-lovers happy – perfect for the whole family.

Quinoa Pasta Mac and Cheese

• 1 8 oz. package Pereg Gourmet Quinoa Curvo Rigate
• 2½ Tbsp. all-purpose flour (or brown rice flour)
• 1 tsp. dry mustard
• ¼ tsp. nutmeg
• 4 Tbsp. butter, plus more to butter the pan
• 1 small onion diced
• Salt
• 2 cups milk (2% or whole milk)
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• 10 oz. The Cheese Guy Raw Milk Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Shred the cheese for about 3½ cups)
• 1 cup The Cheese Guy shredded Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup Pereg Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 Tbsp. butter melted

1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F. Bring 4-6 quarts of water with ½ tablespoon salt to a boil in a large stockpot. Add pasta and return to a rapid boil. Cook uncovered stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente, about 6 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, dry mustard and nutmeg. In a large stockpot, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Then add onions and a pinch of salt and sauté until onions are translucent, 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the flour mixture to the onions and cook for a few minutes until the fat is absorbed and you form a roux. Then add in the two cups milk and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until sauce is thick and smooth. Add in black pepper, 3 cups cheddar cheese (reserve ½ cup for the topping) and Parmesan cheese and combine. Season to taste with salt. Stir in pasta and mix until combined. Spread the pasta in a 9x9 inch casserole dish.
4. In a separate bowl, combine Panko breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Sprinkle mixture and remaining cheddar cheese over the pasta. Bake for 15-20 minutes (uncovered) until cheese is bubbly and the top is lightly browned. Let cool 5 minutes and serve.

Kañiwa Cheese Burger

Kañiwa, a cousin of quinoa, is a tiny nutrient-rich grain that cooks up to a crunchy texture.

2 cups water

½ cup raw Pereg Natural Foods Kañiwa

1 cup water

1 cup cooked chickpeas, smashed, with the skins removed

½ cup Pereg Natural Foods Fine Panko

1 large egg whisked

1 garlic clove minced

¼ cup white onion, minced

¼ tsp. smoked paprika

½ tsp. kosher salt

¼ tsp. cracked black pepper

2 Tbsp. coconut oil

Cheese to taste (The Cheese Guy recommends a creamy, easy-melting Gouda or Havarti)

Combine kañiwa and water in a medium saucepan and bring water to a boil. Lower to a simmer, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool. You should have 1 cup cooked.

Combine kañiwa with smashed chickpeas, panko, garlic, onion and spices. Form into two big patties or four smaller patties.  Fry 4-5 minutes per side in coconut oil over medium heat until outside is brown and inside is heated through. Melt cheese over top and serve.

ABOUT THE CHEESE GUY

Yonkers, NY-based Brent Delman has been involved in the specialty food business for more than two decades. His 35+ varieties of handcrafted kosher cheese range from several types of raw, organic, and sharp cheddars to gouda, brie, assorted Italian sheep milk cheeses, aged Parmesans, fresh mozzarellas, havartis, spicy varieties and more. Follow him on Facebook (www.facebook.com/BrentTheCheeseGuy) or Instagram (www.instagram.com/thecheeseguy).

ABOUT PEREG NATURAL FOODS

Pereg was established in 1906, and is based in Clifton, NJ. They first became known for their vast variety of pure and natural spices and spice blends, more than 60 in all, from traditional favorites to exotics from around the culinary world.  Today Pereg produces an array of all-natural products that include ancient grains and ancient grain blends, gluten free pasta, couscous, rice, gluten-free cereal and flour, and much more. Pereg Natural Foods products are available at select retailers throughout the US and Canada, and on their website, www.pereg-gourmet.com.

Pereg manufactures all its products from start to finish, controlling the quality from the sourcing until the product is packed and ready for the consumer. All Pereg products are OU kosher certified and are dairy and lactose-free as well as all natural, with no additives or preservatives. Many products are also certified gluten-free and non-GMO. Follow Pereg Natural Foods on Facebook.com/peregnatural, Twitter @pereggourmet and Instagram @peregnatural.

Cirque Du Soleil Announces Additional Performances

Performances Now Extended Through August 19^th Next to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks!

Cirque du Soleil has premiered in Montgomery County with VOLTA, its first ever Big Top show visiting Oaks, PA. The circus production company also took the occasion of the special event to announce that VOLTA would be presented for an extended stay next to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center until August 19^th. 

With this new creation, the world’s entertainment leader is once again pushing the boundaries of circus arts by integrating several street sports disciplines as well as electronic music created by international composer and musical director Anthony Gonzalez, from renowned group M83.

VOLTA is a story of transformation. It is about being true to oneself, fulfilling one’s true potential, and recognizing one’s own power to make it possible. Ultimate freedom comes with self-acceptance, and with the liberation of the judgement of others. Using the rise of the celebrity culture and reality TV as a subtext, VOLTA teaches us that the path to fame is not necessarily the path to freedom.

The stunning costumes of VOLTA have been designed by Zaldy Goco, famous for his work with Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, Gwen Stefany and for TV show RuPaul’s Drag Race.

VOLTA is Cirque du Soleil’s 41^st original production since 1984, and its 18^th show presented under the Big Top. The company has brought wonder and delight to more than 190 million spectators in more than 450 cities on six continents. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has close to 4,000 employees, including 1,400 performing artists from close to 60 different countries.

For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com.

Tickets are available by visiting cirquedusoleil.com/volta or calling 1-877-9CIRQUE (1-877-924-7783). Tickets are available starting at $49. All parking for the event is free.

Thank to the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), a nonprofit, membership-based sales and marketing organization that actively promotes Valley Forge and Montgomery County, PA as a convention site and leisure visitor destination by encouraging patronage of its 500+ member hotels, restaurants, attractions, and services. The award-winning website links visitors, meeting planners, tour operators, and residents to a diverse portfolio of brands focused on reasons to visit the region.

Follow on Social Media:

Facebook.com/VOLTA

Twitter: @Cirque #VOLTA  

Instagram: cirquedusoleil #VOLTA

Partners

VOLTA gratefully acknowledges its Official Partners, Hennessy Black and Sirius.

July 20 is NATIONAL PENNSYLVANIA DAY!

Let's hear it for PA!

National Pennsylvania Day on July 20 recognizes the second state to join the Union.  Once the home of the temporary capital of the United States in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is also known as the Keystone State. While the source of the nickname has been forgotten, the meaning is not lost. Bridge builders know leaving the vital keystone out of their structure would be folly and would lead to collapse.

 

Pennsylvania played many roles that could be considered keystones. Its vote for independence was split between its eight delegates and played a vital role in deciding to move toward independence and cementing the union of the newly formed country.

Throughout military operations, Pennsylvania provided forces to support the cause. Valley Forge tells the story of leadership and sacrifice of a young and developing army and citizenry.

The Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed in Philadelphia during its tenure as the temporary capital. It was geographically centered among the 13 original colonies.

Pennsylvania Flavor

We can eat our way through history, too! To understand Pennsylvania’s flavor profile, we will start in Lancaster County and the heart of the Pennsylvania Dutch country. 
German and Swiss immigrants brought with them a wide range of hearty recipes that they incorporated into the fresh ingredients available in Pennsylvania countryside. 
From pork and sauerkraut, pot pies to scrapple, they filled the tables with the bounty of the land.

Much of more of the sweeter side of Pennsylvania Dutch flavor finds its way into restaurants than the savory does. The whoopie pie, shoofly and funnel cakes are a tourist and fair favorites, but the home-cooked seasoning of chicken corn chowder or stuffed cabbage rolls often cannot be found in a restaurant.

The Philly Cheesesteak originated here in Philly from a hot dog vendor, Pat Olivieri, who created the cheesesteak in the 1930s. Made with thinly sliced beef rib eye, sautéed onions, peppers and mushrooms, and melted cheese on a long, crusty Italian roll, you can’t go wrong with this Philly favorite.

In Central PA, Hershey has all the chocolate goodies you want, plus an amazing spa, theme aprk, and more in ChocolateTown USA, the sweetest place on earth. Don’t stop there! Pennsylvania’s sweet tooth has deep roots.

If your preference is more on the salty side, Pennsylvania has that covered, too. They’ve mastered soft and hard pretzels and have a terrific competition between four regional potato chip brands.

Full of regional festivals and local cuisine, Pennsylvania is also home of Kennett Square, Mushroom Capital of the United States.  Every year, they shut down the town square for a mushroom festival.  Their mushrooms make it into dishes around the world, even into your very own.

#NationalPennsylvaniaDay

Make AMERICAN HERITAGE® Historic Fudge

A charming take on a classic from the New-York Historical Society's BV Cookery, circa early 20^th Century, gets a modern-day boost from AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate. Perfect for sharing!

When visitors flock to some of America’s most iconic historic venues this July 4^th holiday, they’ll learn much about our nation’s history but also have the opportunity debunk the many legends and myths about chocolate. 

For example, did you know that cacao beans were used as form of currency dating back to the Aztec Empire, Christopher Columbus discovered America AND chocolate, bringing cacao beans back to the Spanish court in the early 1500s, George Washington drank “chocolate cream” at breakfast, Benjamin Franklin sold chocolate in his print shop, or chocolate has traditionally been included in military provisions throughout history.

Servings: 60 squares

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups sugar
• ½ cup AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Drink Mix
• Butter the size of a large egg (about 4 tablespoons, with extra to grease the pan)
• 1 cup milk

PREPARATION

1. "Boil until it's sugary on the sides of the pan and puffs up and is thick," is all the undated manuscript offers. 
2. We offer the following elaboration: Combine sugar, milk and AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate Drink Mix in a medium saucepan, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil. 
3. Reduce heat and simmer.
4. To check if it's done, drop a small ball into a bowl of cold water. It should form a soft ball. Or use a sugar thermometer and cook until 240 degrees F. 
5. Remove from the heat and beat well with a spoon. The mixture should be very thick and about to set. 
6. Pour into a greased 8x8-inch baking pan and let cool. Cut into squares and serve. 

These along with other fantastic historical recipes and fun chocolate history facts will be available in July when AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate launches an E-Zine available to anyone who registers to receive a copy at www.americanheritagechocolate.com. 

Eat Your Way to a More Radiant You this Summer!

Try these delicious recipes from Hello Beautiful, the newest collagen powder from Musely to help achieve firm, healthy skin this summer. 

Hello Beautiful ($26) works unlike any other collagen supplement. 

Its innovation lies in Beauty Boost, a proprietary jasmine green tea and black pepper combo that Musely discovered alongside a leading biotechnology lab in Silicon Valley. 

Beauty Boost helps collagen work smarter, not harder, boosting dermal collagen by 3X.

Breakfast Collagen Cookies

Ingredients:

* 1 stick of Hello Beautiful Collagen & Multivitamin Powder (Unsweetened)

* 1 cup steel cut oats

* 2 bananas

* Powder peanut butter

* Chocolate chips

Directions:

* Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees F. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine oats, bananas, powder peanut butter until smooth.

* Add in 1/2 chocolate chips.

* Spray baking sheet with nonstick spray.

* Drop dough by large tablespoons onto cookie sheet; flatten a bit with a rubber spatula.

* Bake for 9-12 minutes or until cookies are set.