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Let‛s Get Crafty: Ice Cream In A Bag
There might be nothing better than a cold, creamy dish of ice cream on a hot day. Whether you like a chocolate hot fudge sundae or a plain vanilla cone, summer just isn‛t the same without these chilly treats. Here‛s a fun way to make ice cream at home, no fancy mixer required! (For those of you who might not be able to have dairy, see the alternative below.)
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1-gallon resealable plastic bag
1 quart resealable plastic bag
1 cup measure two tablespoons
A teaspoon
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Vanilla
Sugar
Milk (or juice, for non-dairy)
Ice Salt
Fill the gallon bag 1/3 to 1/2 full of ice. Add three tablespoons of salt to the ice. Now, place the one quart bag inside. Fill this with one cup milk, two tablespoons of sugar, and one teaspoon of vanilla. (if you are making dairy-free, leave out the sugar and vanilla and just add one cup of your favorite juice.) Now seal up that inside bag REALLY, REALLY WELL. Once you get the inside bag closed, do the same for the big bag. Now you should have a little bag with your milk mixture (or juice) and an outside bag with the ice and salt. The salt is there to help the
Animal Fact!
Dingo
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According to the Queensland Government Department of Environment and Science, the dingo, Australia‛s only native canid, descended from South Asian wolves.
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The are eye-catching, curious and something dangerous, and can be found across Australia. They play an important role in the natural environment.
They serve as an apex predator and play a role in keeping natural systems in balance. They also hold a significant place in the spiritual and cultural practices of some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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size of the prey, they may hunt alone or in packs. Did you know that dingoes have social ranks in their packs? Sometimes, wild dingoes may appear in poor condition due to naturally occurring health issues or because they have been denied food by dominant members of the pack.
Lowest ranking dingo ice melt and make the inside of the bag get cold faster.
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Now comes the fun part: shake that bag! Shake gently in many different directions to help the ingredients mix and freeze evenly. It takes about 5 to 7 minutes of shaking for the ice cream to freeze, so the more people to pass the baggie, the better. Nobody wants to get cold fingers! When the mixture is firm to the touch, your sweet frozen treats are ready to eat.
Dingoes are social pack animals. From harsh deserts to lush rainforests, the highly adaptable dingo is found in every habitat and state of Australia except Tasmania. They are Australia‛s largest meat-eater, and mainly hunt at night. Depending on the pack members receive few privileges, including limited access to food when it‛s available. directions
Question: Why did the teddy bear say no to dessert?
Answer: Because he was stuffed! — David, age 10
Experiment with adding different flavors, like cocoa powder or mint. Top your ice cream with sprinkles or chocolate sauce. If you have a juice slushy, make more than one flavor and see how they go together. Most of all, Enjoy!
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