Marzipan is one of those food items that delight just about everyone. Often made into sweets, common uses are chocolate-covered marzipan and small marzipan imitations of fruits and vegetables. A favorite baking ingredient, marzipan also makes a colorful and creative cake decoration. The confection enjoys a long history dating back to at least the 12th century. But do you know where it comes from, and how it is made?
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