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VERY sweet - too sweet for my taste. Also I made these a day ahead and they were very hard to bite into the next day. The caramel\/evap milk mix dried very hard. Not a fan.<\/p>
<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeSword"},"reviewBody":"This is a holiday staple in my home ever since I tried the recipe a few years back. I like to use mini-choc chips, cinnamon chips, and toffee bits and I usually omit the nuts and literally everyone raves about them, they are one of the staples of my holiday treat bags","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCone"},"reviewBody":"These were so good. Love the salty\/sweet of the pretzel and carmel. The carmel is alot more forgiving that working with just plain chocoalte. And it adds great chewiness. The topping possibilities are endless. I added Christmas spinkles and a drizzle of white chocolate. I made these for second grade Christmas take-home gifts. But the kids ate them right up, before even taking them home. Not sure if I would go through the hassle of making them for kids again. I don't think they appreciated the time and effort that went into them!! I found little pretzel bags at JoAnn's in the cake section. They turned out really cute. I think I will make them for my bunco girls.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-11-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenPretzel"},"reviewBody":"These are great! As previous people commented, you can make with various goodies. However, one word of caution. I made them for tailgate at the Penn State game today. Temp was only in the 30s. When we tried to bite into them, the caramel was hard enough to nearly break a tooth! It never dawned on me to consider that! We ate them when we came home and had them in the warm kitchen for a while. Then everyone loved them!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCoffee"},"reviewBody":"When I took these to our faculty Christmas snack party people were grabbing them before I had a chance to put them on the table!!! Everyone loved the combinabion of sweet and salty. I used caramel apple dip instead of packaged caramels and it saved a lot of time!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleScooter"},"reviewBody":"Fab-u-lous!!! I took these to my MOPS group and the ladies loved them. My family asks for more, and I usually end up making a double batch. The kids can help, too. Wonderful combination!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldCandy"},"reviewBody":"Plan on making a double batch, they won't last long. I like to give them as a gift with a recipe card attached. The only change I make to the recipe is that I leave the pretzels the full length & sometimes I substitue peanut butter chips for the butterscotch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldController"},"reviewBody":"I've made these several times (without walnuts) and everyone raves. A must for a quick and easy treat to bring somewhere! :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sweetangelkisses"},"reviewBody":"These are TO DIE for!!!!!! Absolutely LOOOVVEEED em as well as everyone at the party! I hunted down the person who made em cuz I had to make em for Christmas goodie plates! MMMMMM!!!!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedAnchor"},"reviewBody":"You can really switch any of the candy chips or nuts out for a different kind - I put in peanut butter chips instead of butterscotch because that's what I had, for example. They are awesome.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-12-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenFries"},"reviewBody":"I have made these multiple times for parties, gatherings and fundraisers. There is never anything but crumbs leftover in a very short time. These things are addictive!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanElephant"},"reviewBody":"So easy! I found some old fashion dipping pretzels that were half the size of the rods, so no need for breaking in half. All the topping stuck wonderfully. Much easier and less stressful than my usual chocolate dipped with sprinkles.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBasketball"},"reviewBody":"Everyone who tried these loved them! I used the Honey Twist Pretzels (Walmart brand) no cutting needed. I also substituted peanut butter chips for the butterscotch and instead of walnuts, I finely chopped honey roasted peanuts! I used whipping cream in place of the evaporated milk so I wouldn't need to open a can for such a small amount. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBike"},"reviewBody":"Yummo- who doesnt like covered pretzels. I threw some M and Ms in mine. So festive!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenCar"},"reviewBody":"Sweet & salty, a perfect combination! I found that people really liked them with mini chocolate chips, chopped pecans & a few regular size chocolate chips-like a turtle candy on a pretzel.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"Great sweet and salty snack. Made these for my sister's birthday- Halloween and everybody loved them!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueScissors"},"reviewBody":"Made for after the church Christmas program. Was super easy and fast. Got lots of compliments and it tasted great!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenScissors"},"reviewBody":"I started making this 2 years ago; for the holidays. Now when I dont bring them,the family is left empty. Its just so much to make and takes time due to caramel thickening up. But when there's a family of 74 its a lot to make. I admit there excellent.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueGrapes"},"reviewBody":"A mini crockpot works well to keep the Caramel the right temperature. This recipe is a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveCone"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was amazing! I made these as a tailgating party dessert and people gobbled them up.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenFan"},"reviewBody":"These were great, I made them as part of the favors for a bridal shower Everyone loved them. !","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-06-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTag"},"reviewBody":"I made these and took them to a party. Everyone loved them and wanted the recipe. 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I made these and took them to a party. Everyone loved them and wanted the recipe. They are so easy to make.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"06\/08\/2015 22:04","GUID":"d83e918d58354b48b73d5131ce3cc9bb","MemberId":5539981,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zharriett","SubmittedDate":"06\/08\/2015 22:04"},{"Comment":"
These are great! As previous people commented, you can make with various goodies. However, one word of caution. I made them for tailgate at the Penn State game today. Temp was only in the 30s. When we tried to bite into them, the caramel was hard enough to nearly break a tooth! It never dawned on me to consider that! We ate them when we came home and had them in the warm kitchen for a while. Then everyone loved them!<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"11\/15\/2014 18:17","GUID":"C9B6C85F690B415685DB9DEC48FFB327","MemberId":626318,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"DrLeeVMD","SubmittedDate":"11\/15\/2014 18:17"},{"Comment":"
These were great, I made them as part of the favors for a bridal shower Everyone loved them. !<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"09\/20\/2014 22:55","GUID":"84484dcaca764c01a11fa7f9829af02e","MemberId":5947968,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"cookinama","SubmittedDate":"09\/20\/2014 22:55"},{"Comment":"
This recipe was amazing! I made these as a tailgating party dessert and people gobbled them up.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"09\/06\/2014 14:03","GUID":"e0a826b22cab4744a4a823106a1d50b0","MemberId":7974245,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Banana_Babe106","SubmittedDate":"09\/06\/2014 14:03"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"06\/15\/2013 05:02","GUID":"ba1be8cb75bf4569a9148b01caba6d92","MemberId":1659707,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"mimamema","SubmittedDate":"06\/15\/2013 05:02"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"12\/16\/2012 09:14","GUID":"61aa3f8ef5194fb794b2ccf6870ae09d","MemberId":1703793,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"nblibrary","SubmittedDate":"12\/16\/2012 09:14"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"12\/13\/2012 20:14","GUID":"e1655813efd346669896db69484dd7c5","MemberId":3838132,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"aprilaten","SubmittedDate":"12\/13\/2012 20:14"},{"Comment":"
This is a holiday staple in my home ever since I tried the recipe a few years back. I like to use mini-choc chips, cinnamon chips, and toffee bits and I usually omit the nuts and literally everyone raves about them, they are one of the staples of my holiday treat bags<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"12\/17\/2011 19:32","GUID":"5e58bde2176743a4ae6ce05add7bbf09","MemberId":2665649,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jadedraven","SubmittedDate":"12\/17\/2011 19:32"},{"Comment":"
I started making this 2 years ago; for the holidays. Now when I dont bring them,the family is left empty. Its just so much to make and takes time due to caramel thickening up. But when there's a family of 74 its a lot to make. I admit there excellent.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"11\/28\/2011 08:55","GUID":"ddaf289b83b8464f83ab210181251363","MemberId":2515987,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"scott5625","SubmittedDate":"11\/28\/2011 08:55"},{"Comment":"
Made for after the church Christmas program. Was super easy and fast. Got lots of compliments and it tasted great!<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"10\/05\/2011 19:28","GUID":"7d3ccdddeead4713a88066aed7e23b7f","MemberId":3714798,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jagarrett","SubmittedDate":"10\/05\/2011 19:28"},{"Comment":"
Great sweet and salty snack. Made these for my sister's birthday- Halloween and everybody loved them!!!<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"08\/31\/2011 09:13","GUID":"fed1306f16e14dc591ecd759d0a53a19","MemberId":6126230,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"cottoncandyhigh","SubmittedDate":"08\/31\/2011 09:15"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"08\/24\/2011 09:41","GUID":"41a47b90b2544e03974022fb2bbeb829","MemberId":2239425,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Tanya Yager","SubmittedDate":"08\/24\/2011 09:41"},{"Comment":"
These were so good. Love the salty\/sweet of the pretzel and carmel. The carmel is alot more forgiving that working with just plain chocoalte. And it adds great chewiness. The topping possibilities are endless. I added Christmas spinkles and a drizzle of white chocolate. I made these for second grade Christmas take-home gifts. But the kids ate them right up, before even taking them home. Not sure if I would go through the hassle of making them for kids again. I don't think they appreciated the time and effort that went into them!! I found little pretzel bags at JoAnn's in the cake section. They turned out really cute. I think I will make them for my bunco girls.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"02\/13\/2011 18:55","GUID":"ce15a9230fb8411e90e3c99cf09fbbce","MemberId":5824124,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"crazy4sushi","SubmittedDate":"02\/13\/2011 18:55"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"01\/01\/2011 01:11","GUID":"b79ae365fa25425b9e014826356f05c5","MemberId":5733888,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mobeetiekid","SubmittedDate":"01\/01\/2011 01:11"},{"Comment":"
Yummo- who doesnt like covered pretzels. I threw some M and Ms in mine. So festive!<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"12\/22\/2010 13:12","GUID":"7b8447ffdd49487092afb0c98c017e31","MemberId":4163584,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"maggieaw","SubmittedDate":"12\/22\/2010 13:12"},{"Comment":"
Everyone who tried these loved them! I used the Honey Twist Pretzels (Walmart brand) no cutting needed. I also substituted peanut butter chips for the butterscotch and instead of walnuts, I finely chopped honey roasted peanuts! I used whipping cream in place of the evaporated milk so I wouldn't need to open a can for such a small amount. Delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"12\/22\/2010 01:17","GUID":"05A126C693CC43CDA0068E9A6E8D0C47","MemberId":3210279,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"DAFox","SubmittedDate":"12\/22\/2010 01:17"},{"Comment":"
So easy! I found some old fashion dipping pretzels that were half the size of the rods, so no need for breaking in half. All the topping stuck wonderfully. Much easier and less stressful than my usual chocolate dipped with sprinkles.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"12\/18\/2010 14:09","GUID":"f8e102b2c52e4215aae679c5eb80a1e1","MemberId":5411194,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"momaspanky","SubmittedDate":"12\/18\/2010 14:09"},{"Comment":"
When I took these to our faculty Christmas snack party people were grabbing them before I had a chance to put them on the table!!! Everyone loved the combinabion of sweet and salty. I used caramel apple dip instead of packaged caramels and it saved a lot of time!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"12\/16\/2010 14:18","GUID":"8c6ad101d2f94d6499a53bbfd0550bfc","MemberId":2744743,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"OKSchultzie","SubmittedDate":"12\/16\/2010 14:18"},{"Comment":"
Much to sweet and very very messy to make. It did not make as many as it said it would. About one and a half dozen less<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"12\/09\/2010 17:52","GUID":"f339767c491d4f0bad2a1cbc0b0290de","MemberId":1242457,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lmalaine","SubmittedDate":"12\/09\/2010 17:52"},{"Comment":"
You can really switch any of the candy chips or nuts out for a different kind - I put in peanut butter chips instead of butterscotch because that's what I had, for example. They are awesome.<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"11\/29\/2010 15:40","GUID":"dfeb05aee66449adb12f6df6c8b28fcc","MemberId":4009471,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"abbyeh","SubmittedDate":"11\/29\/2010 15:40"},{"Comment":"
These are TO DIE for!!!!!! Absolutely LOOOVVEEED em as well as everyone at the party! I hunted down the person who made em cuz I had to make em for Christmas goodie plates! MMMMMM!!!!!!<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"11\/16\/2010 23:29","GUID":"2b5014c590034f22acc3d4d7b98a26a2","MemberId":3559989,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"sweetangelkisses","SubmittedDate":"11\/16\/2010 23:29"},{"Comment":"
I've made these several times (without walnuts) and everyone raves. A must for a quick and easy treat to bring somewhere! :)<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"07\/29\/2010 16:59","GUID":"ade8bce2305f4672b8ad6eb07cf7106a","MemberId":5322878,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mrr1128","SubmittedDate":"07\/29\/2010 16:59"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"06\/25\/2010 18:17","GUID":"13047d2573384a469102eac41166029f","MemberId":2606368,"Rating":2,"ScreenName":"joan larson","SubmittedDate":"06\/25\/2010 18:17"},{"Comment":"
Plan on making a double batch, they won't last long. I like to give them as a gift with a recipe card attached. The only change I make to the recipe is that I leave the pretzels the full length & sometimes I substitue peanut butter chips for the butterscotch.<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"02\/26\/2010 11:12","GUID":"9BA8BB540B2A4E4FB559DA1921270FB9","MemberId":4234790,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lisawagner","SubmittedDate":"02\/26\/2010 11:12"},{"Comment":"
Sweet & salty, a perfect combination! I found that people really liked them with mini chocolate chips, chopped pecans & a few regular size chocolate chips-like a turtle candy on a pretzel.<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"01\/05\/2010 08:47","GUID":"3feee2daedb543adad836a20527650b1","MemberId":4478712,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cnymom","SubmittedDate":"01\/05\/2010 08:47"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"12\/12\/2009 12:56","GUID":"30f6d025419b498890213994f0fab0a0","MemberId":2813704,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"smichelich","SubmittedDate":"12\/12\/2009 12:56"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"12\/11\/2009 17:38","GUID":"49497CF757C74D5B84F52FA5DE6D125F","MemberId":818626,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mfreed4","SubmittedDate":"12\/11\/2009 17:38"},{"Comment":"
I have made these multiple times for parties, gatherings and fundraisers. There is never anything but crumbs leftover in a very short time. These things are addictive!<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"12\/09\/2009 18:54","GUID":"DAA6C06002654082814AD7C1D72C9701","MemberId":1142513,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"eleyana","SubmittedDate":"12\/09\/2009 18:54"},{"Comment":"
Fab-u-lous!!! I took these to my MOPS group and the ladies loved them. My family asks for more, and I usually end up making a double batch. The kids can help, too. Wonderful combination!<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"12\/04\/2009 21:06","GUID":"bb5a53feea424fd48a7a2c92f46535e8","MemberId":2653349,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aloha2","SubmittedDate":"12\/04\/2009 21:06"},{"Comment":"
A mini crockpot works well to keep the Caramel the right temperature. This recipe is a keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"10\/22\/2009 15:18","GUID":"36cdb9dd118044bb833b045584b9c95e","MemberId":1569307,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"schreiber","SubmittedDate":"10\/22\/2009 15:18"},{"Comment":"
Echoing a previous comment, I brought these to a Memorial Day BBQ and they disappeared before the desserts were \"officially\" served. People were asking who brought these so they could get the recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"","GUID":"81807183172f417ab2d2d0f7571470c1","MemberId":3153738,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Steph5098","SubmittedDate":"05\/17\/2009 15:35"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"05\/13\/2009 21:39","GUID":"0f65201db1f246c0a7af9ec410500878","MemberId":4148917,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"erincauley","SubmittedDate":"05\/13\/2009 21:39"},{"Comment":"
this is a great recipe...really easy and fun. I've made it with dark and white choc, also with cinnamon and peanut butter chips in addition to the toffee and mini choc chips. People always ask for the recipe and beg me to bring a batch to the next gathering :-)<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"12\/17\/2011 19:32","GUID":"5e58bde2176743a4ae6ce05add7bbf09","MemberId":2665649,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jadedraven","SubmittedDate":"05\/03\/2009 12:11"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"12\/14\/2008 20:33","GUID":"90C94BA908B24DD0B9F99B0294C46026","MemberId":1764370,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"naljsm","SubmittedDate":"12\/14\/2008 20:33"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"12\/11\/2008 19:51","GUID":"ef191b4b41a74ddb87e8e84c10d85647","MemberId":1326605,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"CVineyard","SubmittedDate":"12\/11\/2008 19:51"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":36,"DateRated":"03\/31\/2008 00:38","GUID":"b15dc38a51e24fd6a1b7a8c20256c9ff","MemberId":2665770,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"gretcheepoo@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"03\/31\/2008 00:38"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":37,"DateRated":"02\/20\/2008 10:51","GUID":"b4cd6ef5afad4bba837cdd17642b9395","MemberId":2876638,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Mary Jane","SubmittedDate":"02\/20\/2008 10:51"},{"Comment":"
I made these for a Super Bowl get together and they were a big hit! Everybody loved them and a couple of people asked for the recipe! A great party item. Yummo!<\/p>","CommentId":38,"DateRated":"","GUID":"7b31c724a7454205b31aa29dad99686b","MemberId":5927418,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"megans","SubmittedDate":"02\/04\/2008 12:14"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51250,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43615,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311481,"name":"Candy","slug":"candy","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311416,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Discover our best candy recipes from real home cooks, featuring beginner candy recipes, reviews, ratings, how-to videos and tips.","parent":310796,"count":875,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/candy\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Mother Lode Pretzels"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n