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Today's feature gives you the perfect chance to go green - in your kitchen. This Fudge Mint Brownies recipe is an easy way for you to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!

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Feature: Go Green with Fudge Mint Brownies for St. Patrick's Day

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It's all three!

And it's a perfect marriage of one of the most enduring flavor combinations: chocolate and mint.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 24-26 minutes
Cooling time: about an hour>br? Makes about 35 bars

Get the full recipe for Fudge Mint Brownies … and discover other brownie variations on The Elf's Pinterest Board.

Easter Fun for Families, Friends, Kids

Easter is coming! How will you and your family celebrate?

The Un-Bunny Book answers that question! It's packed with fun activities, games, crafts, snacks, and stories that are based on Easter's true meaning.

Use it for kids ages 3-12 at home, school, church, in the community, or with your homeschool group -- or even to hold an outreach Easter event. The Un-Bunny Book shows kids and parents that Jesus' resurrection is something to celebrate. With reproducibles, too!

Learn more about The Un-Bunny Book here.

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