8 c. homemade marshmallows
1/2 c. butter
10 c. crisp rice cereal

Melt butter in heavy skillet over low heat; add marshmallows. Stir until melted. Remove from fire and stir in the crisp rice cereal. Quickly form into a basket shape. Make a handle of cardboard and place in ends or sides of basket. Fill basket with tinted coconut and chocolate covered eggs and candy eggs. Use as a centerpiece for your Easter table. Break the basket into pieces to serve as an Easter treat.