Finger Paint

Most commercial brands of finger paint are expensive and who knows what goes in them. Instead as an alternative you can make some at home.

I tried this recipe today:

1/2 cup cornstarch
3 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 1/2 cups cold water
food coloring

Directions

In a medium pan, mix all the ingredients together to make the finger paint. Cook over low heat 10 to 15 minutes. Keep stirring the finger paint mixture until it is smooth and thick. After the finger paint has thickened take the pan off the stove and let the mixture cool.

After cooling, divide the finger paint into storage containers depending on how many colors you would like. Add a few drops of food coloring to each container. Seal and shake to mix in color. Cover tightly when storing.

Normally I would caution against using food coloring in a recipe as many food dyes are controversial when it come to your health; however I think making your own paint and knowing what goes into it outweighs this concern.

HAVE FUN PAINTING - I KNOW WE WILL BE

Tasty Tuesdays

I have been meaning to share this recipes with you guys from the Avoca Cafe Cookbook. It is the absolute best shortbread cookie in the world.

450g plain flour
225g corn flour
225g icing sugar
450g butter, diced

Mix flour, cornflour and icing sugar in bowl; rub in butter until mixture forms soft balls. If required add a tiny bit of water. Roll out until 1/4" think and cut into various shapes. Place on cookie sheet and cook until golden on the bottom; about 20min depending on your oven. Transfer to rack and let cool - these are very fragile.