How to Make Candy Bugs

Ever make critters out of candy? Here's a fun project for your kids from children's food expert Clare Crespo.

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Ingredients:

4 Tbs. evaporated milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
4-1/2 cups powdered sugar
assorted candies and nuts

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients in large bowl until they form a compact, pliable dough. Pinch off a small amount of dough and shape a bug's body. Decorate with candies. Use a "glue" to attach garnishes made from a little powdered sugar and water.

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