Play Dough
Homemade play dough was a staple of my childhood. My grandmother would fold in whatever color I chose to dye the dough, and then I would wait (im)patiently for it to cool so we could play together.
Ingredients:
2 cups water
1/2 cup salt
Liquid food coloring, any color (start with two drops and add until desired color is reached)
2 1/4 cups AP flour
2 tablespoons alum
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions:
Combine water, salt, and food coloring in a medium sauce pan over medium-high heat.
Bring to a boil.
Remove from heat and add in flour, alum, and oil.
Mix and knead by hand until firm, cohesive dough is formed.
Allow to cool to room temp.
When cool, store in airtight container.
Keeps for approximately 4-6 weeks at room temperature.
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