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The tradition of Easter treats known as 'lamb cakes'

For many people, Easter is about church, easter egg hunts, and cakes baked in the shape of a lamb. It's not clear exactly when the tradition started, but in Central Europe there are lamb-shaped pans that date back centuries.

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Deena Prichep

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