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  1. Hello:
    Proposed article summary:
    This pastry was 400+ years in the making and has roots in the Middle East, Austria and of course Scandinavia. It is a result of a bakers strike in Denmark and takes its name from the Old Norse word ““kringla”, meaning ring or circle. In Denmark they retain the original pretzel shape, but in America the desert looks a little like a flatten hula hoop oval shape with icing.
    It was introduced in the United States by Danish Bakers who located in Racine, Wisconsin in the 1800s. Indeed, the city of Racine became famous for this delight, and it is the official state pastry of Wisconsin. What makes this butter-layered Danish pastry unique is it takes up to three days to make the thirty plus layers with various fillings and icing. For over 100 years this pastry has been the pride of Racine – it is none other than Kringle.
    Proposed article summary:
    The history of this pastry goes back 400 years and has its origins in the Middle East, Austria, and of course Scandinavia. It is a result of a bakers strike in Denmark and takes its name from the Old Norse word “kringla”, meaning ring or circle. The original pretzel shape is retained in Denmark, but in America, the desert looks like a flattened hula hoop oval shape with icing.
    In the 1800s, Danish Bakers in Racine, Wisconsin introduced it in the United States. The city of Racine gained fame for this delight, and it is now the official state pastry of Wisconsin. The uniqueness of this butter-layered Danish pastry lies in the fact that it takes up to three days to make the thirty plus layers with various fillings and icing. For over 100 years this pastry has been the pride of Racine – it is none other than Kringle.
    Plan to execute:
    My wife and I will journey to Racine (Late September) and visit each Danish bakery known for Kringle including Bendtsen’s Bakery the last Racine bakery where Kringle is still made entirely by hand, taste a piece or more, and talk to the families that run the bakery as to their techniques and marketing. Our discussion will focus on the process of making Kringle, the fillings used, and the amount of Kringle sold annually.
    We will offer a recipe for those willing to try their hand at making one.
    Pictures will be provided along with the story.
    It’s possible that this sums up how much Kringle is loved:
    There is a story (or folk tale) about one resident:
    Lars Larson was on his deathbed in an upstairs bedroom. His doctor had said Lars would last for only a matter of hours. Lars woke from a deep sleep and sniffed. His wife must have just returned from the bakery, and the aroma of freshly baked Kringle’s bought a spark to Lars. He whispered, “If I could just have a taste of Kringle before I die, it would make my dying sweeter.”
    He mustered every ounce of strength and got out of bed. Slowly he made his way downstairs and into the kitchen. there he spied two cringles on the counter. Just as he was reaching out to take a piece, his wife swatted his hand away. “Stop that,” she said, “We’re saving these for the funeral.”
    I have experience working at various levels of government, speaking nationally, and writing about a variety of subjects, such as women’s suffrage, ethics, and history. By searching online for Tom Mortenson and Women Suffrage, you can discover my writing style and discover articles I have written for various publications, including Viking magazine. I have obtained two master’s degrees and am currently pursuing a PhD.
    I am excited to collaborate with you on this unique pastry. As we are approaching the holidays, it’s a good time to share a story about it.
    Welcome your thoughts, I believe I can capture a unique pastry that has it’s own unique cultural connection. thanks

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