Candy Canes
Given the long history of Christmas, it's no surprise many of the precise origins of its traditional trappings are shrouded in myth, folklore and hearsay. Wreaths, trees, mistletoe, greeting cards and even Santa carry multiple histories, interpretations and beliefs. Some can be validated, others not. Take the candy cane, for example.
By Alaina Pinto | apinto@nexstar.tv Published 12/16 2014 09:56AM Updated 12/16 2014 10:44AM STOWE, Vt.- The red and white, peppermint delights are easy to eat but not to make. It takes about three people and three hours to make one batch of candy canes.
Click Here to see The Complete List of Outrageous Candy Cane Flavors Whatever happened to keeping with tradition? It seems as if we've forgotten all about that when it comes to candy canes. We thought candy canes were the epitome of Christmas candy, but these flavors speak differently.
Most people think the candy cane is just for licking, but that's not entirely true. You can do so much more with a candy cane such as making a candy cane milkshake, candy cane popcorn, candy cane ice cream sandwich and candy cane punch.
Let's begin with the facts: You have too many leftover candy canes. Fortunately, there are delicious ways to use them if you crush the candy canes or turn them into sweet, minty dust. Crushed candy cane: Place canes in a doubled zipper-style bag and crush with a rolling pin or hammer; be careful not to break the already reinforced bags, only the candy.