~Some Random Facts About Cotton Candy~

1.)America celebrates National Cotton Candy Day on December 7th
2.)Cotton candy was originally called fairy floss

3.)In 1920 fairy floss was re-named cotton candy

4.)Cotton candy contains only one ingredient: sugar

5.)It's awesome cause i like it

The history of Cotton Candy

Originally called “Fairy Floss”, the process of making Cotton Candy was invented by four men:  Thomas Patton, Josef Delarose Lascaux, John C. Wharton, and William Morrison.  In 1899, Morrison and Wharton were able to patent the first electric cotton candy machine, which used centrifugal force to spin and melt sugar through small holes.  In 1904, these two Nashville candy makers introduced their invention of how to make cotton candy to the St. Louis World’s Fair.

 In 1900, Patton obtained a patent for his invention of making cotton candy.  Using a gas-fired rotating plate to spin caramelizing sugar, he was able to form threads of cotton candy with a fork.  In addition, he introduced his invention to the public at the Ringley Bros. Circus.  Boy was it a hit!  Even though he never received a patent, dentist Josef Lascaux introduced this popular candy to his Louisiana dental office.    

About 50 years later, in 1949, Gold Medal Products launched a cotton candy machine that had a spring base.  Like any other invention, this cotton candy maker was more dependable than the past machines due to the help of new knowledge on how to create a better machine.  From here own, cotton candy has been a hit and still is today
Here is yet another Linky link:  .http://www.cottoncandyexpress.com/history.html

Recipe's for Cotton Candy!

• 5 cups of granulated sugar
• 1-1/3 cups of light corn syrup
• 1 cup and 2 tablespoons of water
• food color paste
• flavored oil
• baking spray

Preparation Steps
Before you begin be sure that you have a pair of wire cutters and an old whisk. Cut the round ends off of the whisk, then arrange the tines so that they are spaced evenly.
You will also need to make sure that you have a large enough area to make the cotton candy. To begin cut open a plastic garbage bag and use it to cover the floor. Wedge two large wooden spoons so that they extend over the edge of the counter.
Place the sugar, corn syrup and water in a two quart heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Use a candy thermometer to cook the sugar mixture to a temperature of 320 degrees Fahrenheit, then remove it from the heat and carefully pour it into a microwave safe glass bowl. Be sure not to let the sugar in the pan, since it will continue to cook.
Dip the tines of the whisk into the hot sugar mixture and allow the sugar to drain off for a couple of seconds, until the draining sugar strands are roughly the same consistency. Next, wave the whisk over the wooden spoons, allowing the sugar strands to drift until they rest on top of the spoons. Be sure that you are from 1 to 1-1/2 feet above the spoons during this process. Use long broad strokes and be sure to work quickly.
Gather the cotton candy and roll it onto the paper that has been rolled into a long thin cone, and enjoy. If the cotton candy needs to be stored, it can be stored in an airtight container. When storing the cotton candy be sure to avoid moisture and humidity, which could cause it to melt and become sticky.
You can adjust this recipe to make as much or as little homemade cotton candy as you want, perfect for a quick snack or a treat for the entire family. If you’ve always wanted to enjoy the fun of carnival food in the comfort of your own home, why not give this great recipe a try? Making cotton candy at home is a great family project, and the kids will certainly love the results.

Heres the linky link: http://www.sugarstand.com/candy-recipes/homemade-cotton-candy-recipe.htm

How cotton candy gots it's name.

cotton candy had used to be called fairy floss but when they realized it look like cotton but yet it was a candy the had decided to call it "Cotton Candy"

Why I like Cotton Candy

I like Cotton Candy because it's sweet an fluffy.So if you had a tooth ache if you wanted to you could try it an not have to bite into it.I also love how when it gets wet it gets kinda chewy an hard looking but it's not.