On Thu, 04 Mar 2004 12:09:41 -0500, ben > wrote:

>Nexis wrote:
>> The marble pin, by the way, is excellent if what you'll be using it for is
>> mostly pastry. If you store it in the freezer, it's not a big deal to keep
>> it chilled. Being cold gives it an advantage when making things like pie
>> crust, puff pastry, etc because it will keep the butter from melting, and
>> that is essential to having the best results with your dough.
>
>At this point I am thinking of pastries with regards to the rolling pin.
>But a silly question - what else are they used for?
>
>Thanks,
>Ben

to knock husbands over the head with.

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maggie