Egg yolks hold the bit of fat and protein that gives the dish it's rich, filling flavor. If you're feeling extra decadent, go nuts with a bit more yolk and a little less white. Most commonly, you'd add a teaspoon or two of vanilla extract, though there are other options. Add any of the following along with the flour, after most of it is incorporated:  Vanilla extract Almond Mint or peppermint Hazelnut Fondants go wonderfully with a fruity or cocoa liquor -- any flavor that would go well with chocolate. Simply fold in 2 tablespoons of your favorite liquor after the flour goes in, then bake like normal. Some ideas include:  Chocolate, current, black raspberry, or cherry liquors Coffee spirits or liquors Tia Maria, Cointreau, and other specialty liquors. While most people need some dark chocolate to offset the sweetness of the sugar, you can mix and match milk, dark, and even white chocolate to find your favorite fondant. Simply add whatever chocolate you desire in place of the dark, and melt like normal. Want to hide some "crunch" in your fondants? Add some chocolate chips, of any type, to the cooled batter right before it goes in the oven. A fun-sized candy bar, though decadent, works well too. If you want a little more than chocolate to ooze out of your fondant, you have a few excellent choices. To make them, simply freeze the liquids like ice cubes, then plop the cube into the center of your batter by pouring half in the dish, adding the cube, then covering with batter. Try out:  Frozen peanut butter Frozen caramel sauce Frozen jelly (such as raspberry, which pairs well with the dark chocolate_ Frozen chocolate sauce (like a white chocolate center)
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One-sentence summary -- Add more egg yolks, and less full eggs, to get a richer cake. Whip some extracts into the batter to give it a punch of flavor. Try a splash of liquor for bit of bite and flavor depth. Experiment with other forms of chocolate. Add an extra "core" to your fondant to increase the depth inside the dish. Finished.


Use a knife to cut the pan of rice crispy treats before you store them. This will help each piece to freeze evenly and make it easier to pull out individual treats once they’re frozen. If you use a container, fill it up layer by layer with the treats, then seal the top. Freezer bags are a great alternative for when you can’t find the right size of container or don’t want to leave your containers in long-term storage. Simply fill a freezer bag with 1 or 2 layers of treats, press out any extra air, and seal it up tight.  If you’re using a container, look for one made of either plastic or glass pyrex to store your squares. Try to find the right size of container that won’t leave too much extra space at the top. Eliminating extra air will help keep the treats fresher for a longer amount of time. This will help prevent the rice crispy treats from sticking and bonding. Measure your container or freezer bag, then cut the wax paper to about the same size. This will make stacking and sealing much easier. To help you keep track of the treats’ freshness, make sure to place a piece of tape on the top of the container and write down today’s date. These labels will help you easily determine whether or not the treats are edible when you find them in your freezer later. Up until 6 weeks, you can keep enjoying these sweet treats. After 6 weeks, the treats will likely lose most of their moisture and turn rock-hard. If you see any containers with a date label from more than 6 weeks ago, just throw away the old rice crispy treats. To eat a frozen rice crispy treat, take it out of the freezer and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before eating or serving. This thawing period will bring back some of the rice crispy treat’s original softness and gooeyness.
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One-sentence summary -- Cut the rice crispy treats into even squares. Place the squares in an airtight container or freezer bag. Lay a piece of wax paper between each layer of treats. Use a piece of tape to mark the date on the container. Place the container in the freezer and keep the treats for up to 6 weeks. Let the frozen treats thaw for 15 minutes before eating.


Left unchecked, jealousy can ruin a relationship, so you won't want to waste time talking about it. Find a peaceful, quiet place to talk, like a bedroom or a secluded spot at a local park. Acknowledge your fears directly. Listen carefully and courteously to her replies before continuing with your own thoughts. Do your absolute best to stay calm and considerate.  You might start the conversation by saying something like, "Lately, I've gotten the feeling that there's some tension in our relationship. Do you feel the same way?" If she doesn't bring up the topic of jealousy herself, you might follow up with something like, "Do you feel that I'm earning your trust as a partner?" Shift the focus off of her and onto the relationship itself to keep strong personal emotions in check. Being delicate is important here. Saying things that sound like accusations can hamstring your chances for working your problems out. For example, if you start by saying "So, why are you jealous of me?" you're immediately putting your girlfriend on the defensive and setting yourself up for an argument. While you will want to stay considerate of your girlfriend's feelings, you shouldn't "leave anything on the table" when you discuss your relationship problems. Being open about your fears and concerns encourages her to do the same. In addition, if she can tell that you're not telling her something that's bothering you, she may think that you're hiding something. The rest of this article assumes that your girlfriend's jealousy is unwarranted. However, even if you've been completely faithful, you may unknowingly be doing things to cast suspicion on yourself. Below are just a few ways to avoid putting unnecessary strain on your relationship:  Don't compare your girlfriend to other women, especially in terms of looks. Many women feel pressured to be gorgeous all the time and will feel hurt if you point out ways that someone else is more attractive. Limit your displays of affection to other women. Friendly conversation is fine, but flirting is not. Limit your "crushes" on celebrities, models, etc. Appreciating someone's beauty on an objective level is fine, but constantly harping on it or plastering your house with their image is a bad idea. Don't talk about how you'd like your girlfriend to change aspects of herself. See below for more on this. Everyone has flaws. This includes your girlfriend and yourself. People are capable of change, but only gradually and with lots of conscious effort. Most of your girlfriend's flaws will be still be there in a few years — same as yours. Your girlfriend wants a partner who will accept these flaws as part of a greater person, not someone who secretly wishes to be with someone else. Assume that the core of your girlfriend's personality will not change much in the near future. If you truly accept this, she will know (and appreciate it). Keep in mind that her jealousy is one of these sorts of flaws that are unlikely to change soon. You can certainly work with her to assuage her fears and minimize her jealous tendencies, but on some level she will probably always be a little jealous. There's no easy way to say this. If your girlfriend shows no sign of at least trying to keep her jealousy under control and that jealousy makes your relationship a tense, unhappy one, it may be time to call it quits. You never need to stay in a relationship that makes both of you feel worse. Breaking up with someone is never easy. While strong emotions are basically inevitable, there are a few things you can do to make the process smoother. See our article on the subject for step-by-step help.
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Be direct, but polite. Be honest. Minimize behavior that provokes her jealousy. Accept your girlfriend as she is. Be willing to leave her if her jealousy makes you miserable.