Play Dough
A simple recipe that will keep the kids happy for hours
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups warm water
- 1 cup salt
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 Tablespoon cream of tartar (optional for improved elasticity)
- food coloring (liquid, powder, or unflavored drink mix)scented oils
METHOD:
- Mix all of the ingredients together, and stir over low heat. The dough will begin to thicken until it resembles mashed potatoes.
- When the dough pulls away from the sides and clumps in the center, remove the pan from heat and allow the dough to cool enough to handle. IMPORTANT NOTE: if your playdough is still sticky, you simply need to cook it longer.
- Turn the dough out onto a clean counter or silicone mat, and knead vigorously until it becomes silky-smooth. Divide the dough into balls for coloring.
- Make a divot in the center of the ball, and drop some food coloring in. Fold the dough over, working the food color through the body of the playdough, trying to keep the raw dye away from your hands and the counter!
- It's entirely edible, if a bit salty, so it's kid-safe. When you're done store it in an air-tight container. If it begins to dry out, you can knead a bit of water in again to soften the dough back to useability.
- ENJOY!