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  Candy cane - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The candy cane is a traditional candy surrounding the Christmas holiday, although it is possible to find them throughout the year.
Peppermint candy with red stripes first appeared in the mid-19th century in the Swedish town of Gränna [1], and striped candy canes in the early 20th century.
Candy canes are sometimes ground up and used as a topping for foods such as ice cream, fudge, or cookies, or as an additive to drinks such as hot chocolate or coffee.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Candy_cane   (296 words)

  
 Farley's and Sathers Candy Co., Inc.
The candy cane denotes the symbol of the shepherd's crook, anciently used by the humble shepherds who first arrived to worship the newborn Christ child.
Candies represented the Light of the World; the star recalled that first Christmas night; and the shepherd’s crook symbolized the humble shepherds in their fields near Bethlehem, who were the first to receive the news, “Unto you a Savior is born.”
Candy canes on the Christmas tree symbolize the shepherds in the fields on that first Christmas night – shepherds who heard the angel chorus and came to worship at the crib of the newborn King.
www.farleysandsathers.com /Tradition_CandyCane.htm   (403 words)

  
 Urban Legends Reference Pages: Holidays (Candy Cane)
Candy canes were created to symbolize Jesus, their shape representing the letter "J" and their colors standing for the purity and blood of Christ.
Candy canes didn't appear until at least the latter part of the 17th century, by which time Europe was almost entirely Christian.
Claims made about the candy's religious symbolism have become increasingly widespread as religious leaders have assured their congregations that these mythologies are factual, the press have published these claims as authoritative answers to readers' inquiries about the confection's meaning, and several lavishly illustrated books purport to tell the "true story" of the candy cane's origins.
www.snopes.com /holidays/christmas/candycane.asp   (845 words)

  
 Candy Cane - Background, History, Raw Materials, The Manufacturing, Quality Control
These candies are made using a batch process, which involves mixing and cooking the candy base, forming the stick shapes, and putting it in the appropriate packaging.
The classic candy cane is a white candy with red stripes infused with either peppermint or wintergreen flavors.
While people had occasionally enhanced the appearance of the white candy cane with colored sugar prints, it was not until the early nineteenth century that candy canes got their stripes.
www.madehow.com /Volume-7/Candy-Cane.html   (1974 words)

  
 ChristStory Christmas Symbols - Candy Cane
According to this legend, a candy maker in Indiana designed the candy cane to tell the true story of Christmas - a story about a virgin giving birth to a shepherd who would give up His life for the sheep.
The traditional candy cane has 3 small red stripes to remind us of the soldiers' stripes by which we are healed and a larger stripe which represents the blood shed by Christ on Calvary's tree (Is 53:5; Mt 27:32-50).
The peppermint flavor of modern candy canes is said to be similar to hyssop.
ww2.netnitco.net /users/legend01/candycane.htm   (709 words)

  
 Business takes candy canes over the rainbow   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
ATLANTA - The history of the candy cane is steeped in myth and folklore.
Historical references date the curved canes to 1670, when a choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany apparently bent the sticks to resemble a shepherd's crook and gave the canes to children to keep them quiet during the living Nativity service.
The candy cane's stripes of white and red are thought by many to represent the virgin birth and the blood shed by Jesus on the cross.
www.azcentral.com /home/food/articles/1223candycane23.html   (469 words)

  
 Christmas Candy Cane
Candy canes are loved by children of all ages.
This candy was later renamed the "Candy Cane" and is often shown in pictures upside down.
But, for little children (of all ages) who hear the call God places on their heart and respond by receiving Jesus into their heart, the candy cane remains what is was created to be - a reminder of God's great love for each of us at Christ_mas time.
www.quietwaters.org /candy_cane_origin.htm   (420 words)

  
 Candy Canes
Candy canes are one of the most popular symbols of Christmas.
Candy canes made their way to America by the 1800’s, but they were still solid white.
Mainly the candy cane is a reminder of the meaning of the holiday and a symbol of the humble roots of Christianity.
home4christmas.com /ctrad10.html   (296 words)

  
 Making Candy Canes
The ingredients for candy canes are sugar and corn syrup, which are stored in stainless steel tanks.
The sugar and corn syrup are pumped from storage tanks to the candy cane kitchens.
While the candy is on the cooling table, peppermint or other flavors are added and a small amount of starch.
www.spanglercandy.com /spangler/products/canemaking2.php   (192 words)

  
 Candy Cane Theme Unit
If the candy cane falls to the ground, and players cannot retrieve it with their chopsticks, the player who was passing it may pick it up and put it back on his or her chopstick, but a ten-second penalty will be assessed.
When the candy cane reaches the last player, the player must run to the front of the line with the candy cane on his or her chopstick.
I put candy cane patterns on the easels and the children painted candy canes with red paint mixed with mint extract.
www.teachingheart.net /candycane.html   (866 words)

  
 Candy Cane History - Invention of the Candy Cane
Its counterpart is our candy cane – so old as a symbol that we have nearly forgotten its humble origin.
Although modern technology has made candy canes accessible and plentiful, they’ve not lost their purity and simplicity as a traditional holiday food and symbol of the humble roots of Christianity.
The candy canes are placed into a box (called a cradle) inspected and shipped.
www.ideafinder.com /features/everwonder/won-candycane.htm   (798 words)

  
 The History of the Candy Cane
Not only are candy canes used as a sweet Christmastime treat but they are also used for decoration.
The use of candy canes on Christmas trees made its way to America by the 1800’s, however during this time they were still pure white.
From its plain early beginnings to its familiar shape and color of today, the candy cane is a symbol of Christmas and a reminder of the meaning of the holiday.
www.noelnoelnoel.com /trad/candycane.html   (419 words)

  
 Candy-cane Lore (Krause)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
But each candy meant something: There were always gum-drop bells in the stocking to represent the songs the angels sang to the shepherds about Christ’s birth, and chocolate coins for the bundles of gold coins Bishop Nicholas left for the poor family with three daughters.
Finally, the big candy cane slipped over the cuff of the stocking was a symbol of the staff that Bishop Nicholas carried: every bishop carries one just like it, too, because the bishops are responsible for watching over the Lord’s flock.
Thinking that his candy creation was very plain, for all it symbolized, the candy maker added a thick red stripe to it, for the Blood that He shed on the Cross, along with three thin stripes, for the scourging and humiliation He suffered on our behalf.
www.theologic.com /oflweb/xmas/candycanes.htm   (552 words)

  
 All About the Candy Cane   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Hard candy to symbolize the solid rock, the foundation of the Church, and firmness of the promises of God.
Heat candy coating in a heavy medium saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until candy is melted and smooth.
Glue each of the candy canes to the candle until the candle is completely covered.
www.homeschooled-kids.com /candycanelegend.html   (907 words)

  
 Christian Christmas Tradition of Christian Candy Cane
If the candy is held upright, it is the shape of a shepherd's staff, which the shepherd uses as he watches over his sheep.
So the candy cane was made with red and white stripes to represent the blood of Jesus, which washed away our sins and makes us pure and white as snow.
But they are not TRUE candy canes unless they are red and white and have one bold stripe and three fine stripes.
www.mooreschapel.org /christmas/candy_cane_3.html   (296 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The Candy Cane was first introduced in the late 1880's by a candy-maker in Indiana.
The hardness of the candy was to represent Jesus as the Solid Rock, the foundation of the church, and the firmness of the promises of God.
The white stripes on the Candy Cane represent the purity of Christ.
www.cvc.org /christmas/candycane/index.htm   (213 words)

  
 Candy Cane Lane   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Candy Cane Lane was first thought of in 1989 at a neighborhood get together.
Candy Cane Lane began with a 2-block area in West Frankfort and has now grown to a full 8-block area that features 28 homes.
Candy Cane Lane has been featured in USA Today 2002, as well as, news reports and TV stations throughout the area.
www.wf168.frnkln.k12.il.us /fchs/candycanelane.htm   (259 words)

  
 Candy cane
The candy maker decided that the red stripes on the candy cane would remind everybody that Jesus shed his blood for us when he died on the cross on Good Friday.
When he looked, he noticed that the candy cane was no longer a candy cane, but it was the letter “J”.
A candy maker in Indiana wanted to make a candy that would be a witness, so he made the Christmas candy cane.
www.greatcom.org /resources/sharing_in_the_classroom/christmas_sharing/legendofcandycane.htm   (854 words)

  
 A candy cane in your glass - The Boston Globe
In a microwave-safe cup, heat the sugar and water for 30 seconds or until the sugar dissolves.
Spread crushed candy canes on a piece of waxed paper.
Dip the rim of the glass into the crushed candy canes so the candy sticks to all sides of the rim.
www.boston.com /ae/food/articles/2004/12/15/a_candy_cane_in_your_glass   (295 words)

  
 A Candy Maker
A candy maker in Indiana wanted to make a candy that would be a witness of his faith, so he made the Christmas Candy Cane.
The candy maker made the candy in the form of a "J" to represent the precious name of Jesus, who came to earth as the Savior of all mankind.
Thinking that the candy was somewhat plain, the candy maker stained it with several small red stripes representing the stripes Jesus received when He was beaten before His Crucifixion; The stripes that the Bible says we are healed by.
www.homemakingcottage.com /holidays/cmas/candycanestory.htm   (316 words)

  
 Candy Cane
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 Candy Cane Cookies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
Candy Cane Story and Cookies to Make Enjoy this family activity as you prepare your hearts for Jesus's birth.
Materials *The Candy Cane Story (see below) *Ingredients for the Cookie Candy Canes (see below) *Mixing bowls *Measuring cups and spoons Activity 1 Read The Candy Cane Story found below to your family.
Simms handed the two children, Kate, age 5, and Amy, age 9, candy canes.
bachand.home.texas.net /recipes/candy_cane_cookies.htm   (364 words)

  
 Candy Cane   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
It was not until the 1920's that the candy cane's more recognizable striping was added.
This was done by Bob McCormick, who ran a small confectioners in Albany, GA. He started by hand-twisting the colors into the candy canes, and eventually found a way to mechanize the process.
It can certainly mean that, if you care to think of the candy cane in that way, but the story has no basis in fact.
mentalhealthrn.blogster.com /candy_cane.html   (598 words)

  
 RECIPE FOR COOKING Candy Cane Cookies
The little candy cane cookies are also wonderful wrapped in small bags and tied onto packages as gift wrapping accessories.
Add the red food coloring and crushed peppermint candy to the remaining dough and beat until evenly mixed and colored.
For each candy cane, scoop 1 teaspoonful of the plain dough and 1 teaspoonful of pink dough (tip: a small melon baller will giv you about the right amount).
www.fabulousfoods.com /recipes/dessert/cookies/candycanecook.html   (320 words)

  
 Candy Cane Lane,Candy Cane Stories and Poetry, Peppermint
The Story of the Candy Cane is a Legend, but what the legend represents is true---Jesus Christ did die for our sins and it is a way to share the gospel with others and to remind them of what His death meant for all mankind.
The Good Shepherd The candy cane is staff shape) ~ John 10:11 "I am the good shepherd.
Type out this story, fold it into a little booklet, punch a hole in the corner and attach it to the candy cane with a red ribbon.
www.paversnest.com /candy_cane_lane.htm   (386 words)

  
 The Christmas Candy Cane   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04)
The candy cane is made of rock-hard candy and there is a reason for that.
The rock-hardness of the candy cane symbolizes that Christ is the solid rock of the believer's life.
The Candy Cane Forms The Letter "J" The candymaker made the candy in the form of a "J" to represent the precious name of Jesus, who came to earth as our Savior.
logosresourcepages.org /Holidays/candy.htm   (1537 words)

  
 The Candy Cane
Its counterpart is our candy cane so old as a symbol that we have nearly forgotten its origin.
The peppermint flavor of the candy cane is similar to hyssop, which is in the mint family and was used in Old Testament times for purification and sacrifice.
It was a laborious process twisting, cutting and bending each candy cane by hand.
www.balsambuddies.com /christmas-traditions-&-legends/candy_canes.htm   (397 words)

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