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Ever wonder how they coax Cloudy and Stormy from winter hibernation to make their Groundhog’s Day predictions at Brookfield Zoo? They stir up a batch of groundhog cake. Well, we wouldn’t really call it a cake, because it isn’t baked–more of a vegetable terrine, really. Here is how it’s done: Boil 8 pounds each of carrots and sweet potatoes 45 minutes; drain and puree. Add 6 ounces mashed potatoes. Mold the mixture into the shape of a carrot; place on top of romaine lettuce leaves. Use fresh parsley to create the carrot top.
The test comes at 10:30 a.m. today at the Children’s Zoo–or watch online at www.brookfieldzoo.org.
