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Simple twists to enhance your classic holiday fare (BPT) - Family and friends make the holidays special, but it’s the food that’s always the center of attention. From juicy turkey and creamy potatoes to zesty cranberries and buttery rolls, nobody leaves the table hungry.

This year, delight guests by making the classic foods they love but with a few simple twists that will leave taste buds dancing.

divided 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup flour 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 cup butter 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Appetizers

When guests arrive, give them something to nibble on as they visit and watch the parade or game.

A cheese platter that features three to five new varieties will get everyone talking. Select a range of flavors to tempt every palate, such as pairing soft brie with a crumbly blue and extra-aged cheddar cheese.

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cranberry Gorgonzola Gremolata

Accompaniments

The cheese shouldn’t stand alone, so be sure to complement it with fresh fruits. Instead of simply placing bite-size pieces on a plate, create fruit cornucopias using sugar ice cream cones. Simply spoon fruit into the cones and arrange the mini cornucopias on a platter for a beautiful seasonal presentation that’s easy to grab and enjoy for party guests young and old.

Drinks

Apple cider is a musthave to quench holiday thirst. This year, add some interest to your beverage offerings with a themed drink that expands on the sweet cider flavors. For example, an autumn sangria is the perfect seasonal offering that’s as cheerful as it is refreshing. Start with sparkling wine and add in a splash of cider with freshly sliced pears and apples. Finish with a few cranberries and sprinkle some nutmeg on top.

For young guests or those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks, simply swap out wine for alcohol-free sparkling juice.

Cranberries

Cranberries are a holiday staple, but most people take a small spoonful and move on. If you want to add new flavor to cranberries so guests will be asking for seconds, different spices and additions could mean lip-smacking

Cheddar Apple Crisp results. Sweet citrus fruits like oranges taste heavenly when cooked down with cranberries. A splash of port can bring new depths to the classic dish, too.

Allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg and even chili powder can add surprising flavor.

If you want to add texture, crushed walnuts add crunch and complexity to the sauce.

Potatoes

Holiday menus often include several potato dishes. The secret to enhancing potato dishes is adding cheese for an indulgent result.

For example, the complex flavors of crumbled gorgonzola folded into sweet potatoes make a rich dish that guests will love.

Upgrade standard mashed all-purpose white potatoes (russet, Idaho, etc.) by sprinkling in freshly grated parmesan or cheddar for extra kick.

Dessert

No matter how full you are after your holiday dinner, there’s always room for dessert. Instead of or in addition to pumpkin pie, try pumpkin cupcakes or pumpkin cheesecake. Add new flavor to apple pie or apple crisp by mixing shredded cheddar cheese into the apple mixture prior to baking.

Guests will ooh-and-ahh over how the sharp cheddar flavor enhances the sweet apple filling.

Need inspiration? Try these two delicious recipes perfect for enhancing any holiday table. For more unique recipes, visit www. dcicheeseco.com/recipes.

Cheddar Apple Crisp

Makes 8 servings.

4 cups apples (crisp and tart such as Braeburn), peeled and sliced 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1/3 plus 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed,

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine apples, lemon juice and 1/3 cup brown sugar. Arrange in buttered 8 or 9-inch square pan. Combine dry ingredients and cut in butter until mixture is crumbly; gently mix in cheese. Sprinkle evenly over apple mixture.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.

Serve with ice cream or whipped cream, garnish with shredded cheese.

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cranberry Gorgonzola Gremolata

Makes 6 servings.

6 medium sweet potatoes 1/4 cup melted butter 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 1 lemon, zested 1 clove garlic, minced finely 3 Tbsp. minced pecans 3 Tbsp. finely chopped dried cranberries 1 scallion, minced 2 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled (If you prefer a milder flavor, use 2 ounces crumbled blue cheese instead of gorgonzola) Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place sweet potatoes on cookie sheet and bake for 30 minutes. Flip over and return to oven to bake until tender - about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.

When cool enough to do so safely, peel sweet potatoes. Place in a medium skillet over low heat with butter, salt and maple syrup for 5 minutes, basting the potatoes with the butter mixture occasionally. Lightly smash the potatoes until there is an even consistency. Hold over low heat.

To make the gremolata: In a small bowl, toss together parsley, lemon zest, garlic, pecans, cranberries and scallion. Gently fold in the cheese.

Move sweet potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with the gremolata.

Serve hot.

Ready your home for holiday guests The holiday season is about more than just rushing to stores to stock up on presents. Socializing and hosting friends and family members to catch up on a year’s worth of news also makes this time of year so special.

Before friends and family arrive, holiday hosts must take steps to prepare their homes for their guests. The following home prep plan can make relatively easy work of tidying up the house and ensuring it is inviting to guests.

Start with the entrance

come at your home.

Hosting can motivate homeowners to finish certain home improvement projects that enhance the appearance of their homes.

Tidy up your home’s entryway to make it more welcoming. Be sure the front door and walkways are well lit. Remove obstructions and trim back bushes and other plant life.

Festive decorations can brighten up the space.

Don’t forget a welcome mat to reinforce to guests that they truly are wel-

Quick cleaning

Sometimes the joy of hosting can be overshadowed by the task of preparing for your guests.

Although a thorough cleaning of the home is great if you have the time, it may not be necessary. Go from room to room identifying spaces that are in need of a thorough cleaning. Spend time in the kitchen clearing clutter from the counters and make sure the dining space is clean and

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Readers share recipe favorites Blessings Of The Season Appetizers Christmas Cheese Ball 1 pkg. cream cheese, softened 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 2 green onions, chopped 1 jar 92 oz.) diced pimentos, drained 2 Tbsp. melted butter or margarine 2 tsp. Worchestershire sauce Assorted crackers In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy.

Beat in the Cheddar cheese, onions, pimentos, butter and Worchestershire sauce.

Form into ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Remove 30 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers.

Note: This cheese ball looks festive with flecks of green onion and red pimentos dotting the Chedder cheese.

—From the kitchen of Janie Holloway

Tiny Mushroom Turnovers Pastry 1/2 cup butter, softened 3-3oz pkgs. of cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 cups of flour Combine well and chill for an hour.

Mushroom Filling 3 Tbsp. minced onion 1 1/2 cup finely chopped mushrooms 2 Tbsp. butter, melted 1 Tbsp. flour 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. Thyme 3 Tbsp. Sour Cream

Sauté mushrooms and onion in butter. Add flour, salt and thyme. Stir till smooth and cook 1 min.

Stir in sour cream and set aside.

Heat oven to 425 degrees.

Roll pastry out to 1/8” thickness on a floured board. Cut into rounds with a 3-inch cutter. Place 1 teaspoon of mixture in center of each circle.

Moisten edge of circle with water. Fold circles in half, and press edges together with a fork dipped in flour. Prick tops with fork [so steam can escape].

Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned. Ovens vary, so do not burn.

Yield: 2 1/2 dozens.

—From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Ham and Cheese Strata 12 slices white bread, crusts removed 1 lb. cooked cubed ham 10 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated 7 oz. frozen chopped broccoli, thawed

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beaten eggs 1/4 cups milk tsp. dry mustard Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp. salt

Grease a 9x13-inch pan (or glass baking dish).

Break bread into pieces and place in pan. Add ham, cheese and broccoli.

Mix eggs, milk, mustard, Worcestershire and salt.

Pour egg mixture over ham and cheese. Refrigerate overnight. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

Serves eight.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Christmas Cheese Wreath Ring 1 1 1 1

lb. grated sharp cheese cup finely chopped nuts cup mayonnaise small onion, finely grated black pepper dash of cayenne pepper

Combine all ingredients and season to taste with pepper. Mix well and place in a 5 or 6-cup lightly greased ring mold. Refrigerate until firm. Unmold, sprinkle with paprika and garnish with green and red pepper to resemble a wreath with bow. Serve with crackers.

—From the kitchen of Gail W. Peak

Side Dishes Carrot Casserole 8 oz. jar Cheese Whiz 3 1-lb. cans sliced carrots, drained 3/4 cup sugar 1 stick butter or margarine 1 roll Ritz crackers, crushed Melt cheese in the jar in microwave oven. Pour welldrained carrots into buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle with the sugar. Spoon melted cheese over carrots.

Dot with butter and top with cracker crumbs. Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

If possible, use crinklecut sliced carrots. One may slice fresh carrots to cook to add to recipe.

Serves eight.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Hoppin’ John 2 cans blackeye peas, heated 1 cup chopped ham 1 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce 2 Tbsp. oil 1/2 tsp. salt 3 cups rice Sauté ham, onions and hot pepper sauce in oil over moderate heat for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir frequentlyuntil onions are soft but not browned. Combine black-

eye peas, ham mixture and rice, then heat. Garnish with thin slices of ham and mustard greens.

Serves eight.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Chicken Stuffing Casserole 1 lb. chicken breasts 3/4 stick butter 8 oz. pkg. Pepperidge Farm stuffing 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can chicken broth 1 cup sour cream Boil chicken breasts until done. Shred chicken. Melt butter and mix with stuffing in bowl. Spread 3/4 of stuffing in bottom of greased casserole dish, then spread shredded chicken over stuffing.

Mix cream of chicken soup with 1/2 cup of chicken broth and sour cream.

If desired, spices may be added to this mixture: pepper, garlic, parsley, dry mustard to taste. Pour over chicken.

Add remaining stuffing mix over top and pour 1/2 cup chicken broth over entire dish.

Bake uncovered 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Corn Patties 17 oz. can cream-style corn 1/2 cup flour 2 eggs, beaten salt and pepper to taste Mix all ingredients together and shape into patties or drop by large spoon into generously greased skillet. Fry about 15 minutes over medium heat.

Watch over them as they scorch easily. Serve with butter.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Stuffin’ Muffins 16 oz. bag Pepperidge Farm stuffing mix 2 cups broth or turkey drippings 6 Tbsp. butter, melted 4-6 stalks celery cut into large dice 1 large red onion cut into large dice Mix all ingredients together. Place in prepared muffin tin cups. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes or until the top is brown. If desired, pour on flavored gravy when single served.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Three-Bean Bake 16 oz. can pork and beans 16 oz. can baby limas 16 oz. can kidney beans

1 cup ketchup 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 Tbsp. vinegar 1 tsp. dry mustard 1 med. onion, thinly sliced

Combine ingredients and pour into casserole dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. May add chopped ham or bacon bits. Other beans could be used if desired: pintos, great northern white beans.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

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Combine first five ingredients and stir together. Add cheese.

Pour into to baking dish.

Mix butter and crackers together and pour on top of casserole. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

—From the kitchen of Virginia Davis

Chilled Shrimp Salad with Bow Ties

At This Blessed Season

1 lb. Salad Shrimp 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil Salt and Pepper to taste 8 oz. Bow Ties Pasta 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise 2 tsp. Dijon Mustard 1 Tbsp. White Wine Vinegar 2 Tbsp. Fresh Dill, minced 1/2 cup Green Onion, sliced 2 stalks Celery, finely chopped

Follow directions on Shrimp package to add to salad.

Cook pasta according to package direction, cool and set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper and dill.

Combine the cooked, cooled pasta, shrimp, green onion and celery into the dressing mixture.

Refrigerate into an airtight container for at least 1-4 hours, but preferably overnight. Serve chilled and refrigerate any leftover.

Serves 4-6.

—From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

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Classic sugar cookies are a holiday staple.

The perfect holiday cookie (BPT) - Many of our fondest childhood memories consist of spending time with friends and family, baking delicious holiday cookies and eyeing the beautifully wrapped presents under the tree.

Embrace nostalgia and create the perfect holiday cookie that tastes delicious and is easy to decorate. Instead of displaying a gingerbread house, cut sugar cookies using some snowman, tree and star cookie cutters to set up a festive and tasty holiday scene. Scatter some coconut shavings or crinkled strips of paper for snow and place holiday candies behind the cookies, so they stand up all night long.

When making holiday cookies, remember to: •Cream the butter and vanilla together. Doing this beforehand will encapsulate the vanilla and prevent flavor loss.

•Chill the dough in the fridge before shaping it.

This will make for a softer, moister cookie that is less likely to spread when baking.

•Remove cookies from the oven a few minutes early, as they will continue to cook on the sheet.

•Let the cookies cool completely before you begin to ice them.

Try this recipe to make three dozen perfect holiday cookies, using Nielsen-Massey vanilla and peppermint extracts to provide a completely

unique flavor your entire family will enjoy.

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by bathroom so guests can enjoy some privacy.

Hosting children is easier than hosting adults because they won’t require the same level of privacy and space. An extra mattress tucked under the bed in your child’s room can be an impromptu place for kids to retire.

• Continued from 2C on sofas and give floors or carpets a quick vacuuming. Always be sure the bathrooms are clean and fresh, with laundered hand towels at the ready. Children’s bedrooms and other areas of the house may not require such a critical eye.

Simply keep doors closed in off-limits rooms.

Create a guest sanctuary

Over night guests should have a designated space they can use as a retreat. If you do not have a guest room, consider having children bunk with one another and designating one of the kids’ rooms for your guests. Fresh linens, an alarm clock, a television, and Internet access are nice touches.

A guest room also can be set up in a den or office with a pull-out sofa bed.

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Classic Holiday Sugar Cookies 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup superfine sugar (purchase at store or process granulated sugar for about 20 seconds in a food processor) 2 Tbsp. heavy whipping cream 3 1/4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. pure peppermint extract 2 eggs 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar (for dusting work surface) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for dusting work sur face) Position oven rack in the center of oven and preheat to 350 degrees. Line two large, heavy light-colored baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.

In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt until blended; set aside.

In a large mixing bowl, add butter, sugar, cream, vanilla and peppermint extracts; beat with a handheld mixer on medium speed until fluffy, which should take about two minutes. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.

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Reduce speed to mediumlow; add eggs one at a time and beat after each addition. Using a rubber spatula, fold in the dry ingredients one half at a time.

Divide dough into two even pieces, then press each piece into a disk shape. Wrap them tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for one hour.

Dough should be cool and firm but easy to work with.

In a small bowl, whisk confectioners’ sugar and flour until blended; set aside. Working with one piece of dough at a time, place on a clean, dusted surface. Roll dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Use cookie cutters to cut shapes and transfer with a thin offset metal spatula to prepared cookie sheets. For even baking, do not overcrowd cookies.

Gather remaining dough, cover with plastic and chill. Continue with second chilled dough.

For best results, bake one sheet pan at a time until done, which should take about 10 minutes; remove and place cookies on wire racks to cool.

Decorate and store in an airtight container.

Peppermint Glaze and Peppermint Piping Icing 1 1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar forget something. Store them in a zip-top bag and let guests know where these items are kept.

Purchase a guest set of towels, sheets and pillowcases. Keep these in an air-tight storage bag or bin, so when guests arrive, they will have their own set of linens. Launder these linens after use.

Stock up on food

Purchase extra travelsized toiletries at the drug store so your guests’ needs are covered in case they

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In a small bowl, whisk together sugar and meringue powder. Add water and peppermint extract, stir until smooth.

Glaze cookies in desired colors and set aside to dry before piping.

For the piping icing, remake the glaze recipe and add additional confectioners’ sugar, one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Divide icing into small bowls; add desired gel colors.

Select pastry tips, prepare pastry bags and creatively pipe icing onto glazed cookies.

Ornaments to benefit KOTR

The Cumberland Woodturners will have a Christmas tree in the Parade of Trees at First National Bank, 1386 North Main St., Crossville. The tree is decorated with handmade ornaments by the Cumberland Woodturners that are for sale.

All of the proceeds from the sale of these ornaments will be donated to Kids on the Rise this year. For more information, contact Rod Smith at 267-3859 or Les Black at 788-3975. to prepare some meals and freeze them. This way if someone drops by unexpectedly, you can simply defrost a meal and have it ready in no time. Keep a tin of cookies and tea bags ready for those who pop in for a snack and conversation.

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Rum Sausage 1 lb. sausage links, browned and cut into thirds 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce 1/2 cup rum

Heat brown sugar, teriyaki sauce and rum till boiling. Place sausages into medium casserole pan and pore the Rum sauce overall. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

Can be served with Eggs —From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Swiss Vegetable Medley 1 bag (16 oz.) frozen broccoli, carrots and cauliflower combo 1 can (10 3/4 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 cup (4oz.) shredded Swiss cheese 1/3 cup sour cream 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 jar (4oz.) chopped pimiento, drained (optional) 1 can (2.8 oz.) French fried onions

Combine vegetables, soup, 1/2 cup of the cheese, sour cream, pepper, pimiento and 1/2 can of French Fried Onions.

Pour into a 1-quart casserole. Bake, covered at 350 degrees for 20 min. Top with remaining cheese and onions, bake, uncovered for 5 minutes longer.

Makes 6 servings.

—From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Cranberry Salad 2 3-oz. cherry jello 1 cup boiling water 1 medium can crushed pineapple — don’t drain 1 can whole cranberry sauce 1 medium orange, washed, quartered and seeded and put through meat grinder Mix well. Chill. Serve —From the kitchen of Nevin Harrison

Cranberry Fluff Salad 2 cups chopped cranberries 2 cups small marshmallows 3/4 cup sugar 2 cups diced unpared apples 1/2 cup sliced red grapes 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/4 tsp. salt 1 cup cream whipped or 8 oz. whipped topping Combine, cover and chill overnight cranberries, marshmallows and sugar. Two hours before serving, add apples, grapes, walnuts and salt.

Fold whipped cream of

whipped topping into fruits.

—From the kitchen of Sherrill G. Williams

Hash Brown Casserole 1 pkg. frozen Southernstyle hash browns 1 stick butter 1 can cream of mushroom soup 8 oz. carton soup cream 1 med. onion, chopped 1 cup Cheddar cheese, grated 2 tsp. salt and pepper Combine all ingredients thoroughly in a large bowl. Pour into a 9X13inch baking dish. Bake for one hour at 350 degrees.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Green Stuff 9-oz. container whipped topping 1 box instant pistachio pudding 1 cup crushed pineapples with juice 1 cup miniature marsh mallows 1/2 cup chopped nuts Fold pudding into pineapples and juice and let dissolve. Add marshmallows and walnuts. Add whipped topping. Mix well. Chill.

Serves 8-10 —From the kitchen of Molly J. Underwood

Colorful Veggie Bake 2 pkgs. (16 oz. each) frozen California blend vegetables 8 oz. Velveeta, cubed 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine, divided 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers Prepare vegetables according to package directions. Drain. Place half in an un-greased 11x7x2 baking dish. In small saucepan, combine cheese and 4 tablespoons butter. Cook and stir over low heat until melted.

Pour over half vegetables.

Repeat layers.

Melt the remaining butter and toss with cracker crumbs. Sprinkl over top.

Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Yields 8-10 servings.

—From the kitchen of Mary Jane Barnes

Entrees To tenderize meat: Slow cooking is a must!

Put shallow amounts of water or broth or cream of mushroom soup with an equal amount of water in the cooking container.

Cover with the lid or aluminum foil. In oven, bake at 350 degrees for 65 minutes. For the soup, use the pot or skillet on top of the stove. Using a slow cook-

er is excellent. For steaks, you can bound them on both sides with a hammer or make narrow cuts crisscross on both sides.

—From the kitchen of Mrs. Parthena Willier

Baked Broccoli and Chicken Casserole Butter for the dish 2 large eggs, beaten 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 can cream of mushroom soup Chopped onion black pepper 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated 3 cups shredded cooked rice 2 cups cooked leftover rice 16 oz. pkg. frozen, chopped broccoli, thawed 1 cup potato chips, crushed Remove water from thawed broccoli. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a shallow two-quart or 9x13 casserole dish.

In large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, mayonnaise, soup and teaspoon pepper. Stir in onion and all but 1/2 cup cheese. Fold in chicken, rice and then broccoli.

Transfer mixture to prepared dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and heat broiler. In a small bowl, combine the potato chips and remaining cheese. Sprinkle over the casserole and broil until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.

—From the kitchen of Patricia Williams

Beef Taco Bake 1 lb. ground beef 1 can condensed tomato soup 1 cup Pace Thick and Chunky salsa 1/2 cup milk 6 flour tortillas or 8 corn tortillas cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

In a small non-stick skillet coated with nonstick spray, saute mushrooms until tender. Add the garlic and cook and stir for one minutes. In a bowl, combine the mushroom mixture, spinach and cheese.

Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the tenderloin within 1/2 inch of the bottom. Open tenderloin so it lies flat. Cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 3/4 thickness.

Remove plastic wrap.

Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Spread spinach mixture over meat to 1 inch of edges. Close tenderloin and tie at twoinch intervals with kitchen string.

Place tenderloin on a rack in a shallow pan, sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Bake uncovered at 425 degrees for 30 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness (rare, 140 degrees; medium, 160 degrees; well, 170 degrees) on meat thermometer.

Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.

Serves 8. 5-ounce serving has 238 calories.

—From the kitchen of Karla Badman

Fellowship Baptist Church will have their annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Wednesday, Dec. 24, at 6 p.m. (CST). Everyone in the area is invited to join the service at 12 Westminster Court, Fairfield Glade, for a musical program to celebrate the birth of Christ. Call (931) 456-2525 for more information. Leave a message with your name and phone if no answer; your call will be returned.

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Easy Turkey or Chicken Divan 2 pkgs. (10 oz each) frozen broccoli spears or fresh, if you perfer 6 slices of cooked turkey or chicken (or 2 cups of pieces) 6 slices of cheese of your choice 1 can (14 1/2 oz) evaporated milk 1 can (10 1/2 oz) mushroom soup 1 can (3 1/2 oz) French fried onion rings Heat oven to 350 degrees.

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Spinach-stuffed Beef Tenderloin 1/2 lb. sliced fresh mushrooms 4 minced garlic cloves 6-oz. pkg. fresh baby spinach, chopped 1 cup crumbled blue cheese 1 beef tenderloin- 2 lbs.

1/2 tsp. salt, divided 1/2 tsp. pepper, divided

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In skillet over medium heat, cook beef until browned, stirring to separate meat. Pour off fat.

Add soup, salsa, milk, tortillas and half the cheese. Spoon into 2-quart shallow baking dish and cover.

Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes or until hot.

Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Serves four.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

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• Continued from 4C kraft Strauss was responsible for lowering the ball, which slowly descended from a special flagpole at midnight on New Year’s Eve,marking the beginning of the ball-dropping tradition. The Times Square illuminated ball was lowered almost every year since then, except in observance of wartime blackouts in 1942 and 1943. This iconic New Year’s symbol has been redesigned seven

Three Kings Day, or Día de los Très Reyes, is celebrated on January 6 to honor the wise men who visited and brought gifts to Jesus Christ. Also known as the Epiphany, the holiday marks the end of the Christmas season for many practicing Christians.

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times through the years.

The ball is now 12 feet in diameter and weighs nearly 12,000 pounds - about the same as four compact cars combined. The ball is covered in 2,688 Waterford Crystal triangles that vary in size and is illuminated by 32,256 Philips Luxeon Rebel LEDs. The Times Square ball is capable of producing a palette of more than 16 million vibrant colors and billions of patterns and now stands as a permanent fixture atop One Times Square.

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Traditions of Three Kings Day Christmas celebrants realize that the holiday season does not end on December 26 or even January 2.

For many people, Christmas and New Year’s Eve are merely a prelude to the real celebration to come on Three Kings Day. Three Kings Day, or Día de los Très Reyes, is celebrated on January 6 to honor the wise men who visited and brought gifts to Jesus Christ. Also known as the Epiphany, the holiday marks the end of the Christmas season for many practicing Christians.

Very little is known about the kings, or magi.

These kings, who are only mentioned once in the Gospel of Matthew, are never named. The story says they hail from the “east” and are guided to the manger by a mysterious light in the sky. They begin a journey to bring gold, frankincense and myrrh to the newborn king. Unbeknownst to many, the popular song

Who were the kings?

While the Bible does not indicate how many kings visited Jesus on the Epiphany, based on the number of gifts offered, historians believe there were three. Historians and theologians believe these kings were Babylonians, Persians or Jews from Yemen. In the Western Christian church, the kings go by the names of Melchior (a Persian scholar), Caspar (an Indian scholar) and Balthazar (an Arabian scholar). The kings also were said to have distinct physical characteristics. Caspar, who brought the gift of gold, was the oldest and sported a long, white beard. Middle-aged Melchior brought the gift of frankincense, while Balthazar, who brought myrrh, is believed to have been a dark-skinned young man around the age of 20.

“The 12 Days of Christmas” actually marks the 12 days following Christmas, ending on the Feast of the Epiphany, and not the 12 days preceding Christmas Day. Many traditions are associated with the Epiphany. Celebrants in Mexico serve Rosca de Reyes, an oval-shaped cake that symbolizes a crown. The cake has a small doll inside that

represents baby Jesus and the hiding of Jesus from King Herod’s troops. Herod ordered his soldiers to seek out and murder all male infants born in Bethlehem in retaliation of the prophecy that a messiah would come and become the new King of Jerusalem.

Roscas can be made with dried and candied fruits to symbolize the jewels that adorn real crowns. Who-

ever receives the plastic doll in his or her slice of cake is expected to throw a party on Diá de la Candelaria (Candlemas Day), which occurs each year on February 2.

Unlike in the United States, where gifts are typically exchanged on Christmas Day, much of the Latin community exchange gifts on the eve of January 6.

Puerto Rican children have been known to gather grass or straw in shoeboxes for the kings’ horses or camels. Some families display carvings and artwork of the three magi atop camels.

Many celebrants participate in Three Kings Day parades and festivals. Family gatherings and parties that would rival other special holidays are common as well. A special meal consisting of corn tamales and hot chocolate may be served, while others may enjoy black beans, picadillo and yucca.

Tips to stay safe in winter weather (StatePoint) Winter weather can bring with it the potential for slippery steps, power outages and other seasonal hazards. By being prepared in advance, you can weather the storm more comfortably and safely.

Here are some crucial things to consider this season:

Staying Powered While reading by candlelight is charming when it is by choice, a power outage is a different story.

Losing power is not just an inconvenience; it could mean being unable to communicate with loved ones, spoiled food, and dangerous dips in indoor temperature.

Have yourself a merry little Christmas

Having a working generator is crucial. If you have one already, make sure it is serviced and in working order so that in the event of a storm it is ready to go. If you’re in the market for a generator, visit www.BriggsAndStratton.com to find a generator that best fits your needs for what you want to power.

Remember to operate your generator safely. Never run a generator inside enclosed spaces. Carbon monoxide can build up quickly and linger, even after a generator

is shut off. Locate the unit outside in a place where water can’t reach it, and direct the exhaust away from the home. For more generator safety tips, visit www.BriggsAndStratton. com.

Ice Safety Your driveway and front stoop can pose a hazard to your family and visitors when these areas become slick. Keep rock salt on hand to melt ice.

And if it snows, don’t wait too long to shovel, as taking on too much heft at

once can be strenuous on one’s heart.

Additionally, make sure your home is wellequipped with a winter weather safety kit. Bandages, antiseptic, and antibiotic ointment are all must-haves for a first aid kit. Also, be sure you have a well-stocked cabinet complete with non-perishable food, baby food, medications and a supply of water that can last your family several days.

This winter season, make preparations so you can stay safe and stay comfortable.

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• Continued from 5C 11-1/2 x7-1/2 x1-1/2 that has been lightly sprayed with pam. Cover broccoli with turkey or chicken; top with cheese slices and pour mixture of milk and soup over all. Bake 25 minutes.

Cover with onion rings and bake 5 minutes more.

Serves 4-6.

—From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Chicken and Dressing Casserole 1 1/2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces 1 pkg. stuffing mix for chicken 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 stick butter Chicken broth 1 sleeve Ritz crackers Prepare dressing and 1 stick of butter, melted, and enough broth to moisten.

Place 3/4 dressing in baking dish. Top with chicken.

Mix mushroom soup and 1 cup chicken broth and pour over dressing. Top with rest of dressing and pout 1/2 cup of chicken broth on top and crushed Ritz crackers.

Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.

—From the kitchen of Virginia Davis

Turkey Pot Pie A great us for leftover holiday turkey 1 can cream of chicken or turkey soup 1 pkg. (8 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 1 cup leftover turkey pieces 1/2 cup milk 1 egg 1 cup Bisquick Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In 9-inch pie plate, mix soup, vegetables and turkey. Mix milk, egg and Bisquick and pour over turkey mixture. Bake 30 min. or until golden. Serves 4.

—From the kitchen of Gail W. Peak

Old-time Beef Stew 2 pounds beef chuck, cut in 1 1/2 inch cubes 2 tablespoon of oil 4 cups of boiling water 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 clove garlic, diced 1 med. onion, sliced 1 to 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 tsp. pepper 1/2 tsp. paprika Dash allspice or cloves 6 carrots and celery stalks 1 pound (18-24) small white onions-optional Thoroughly brown the meat on all sides in oil.

Add water, lemon juice Worcestershire sauce, garlic, onions bay leaves and seasonings. Cover; simmer 2 hours, stirring occasionally to keep from sticking, or check to see if more water is needed.

Remove bay leaves.

Add carrots, celery and onions if desired. (cubed potatoes may be added too). Cover and cook 30 minutes more or till veggies are done.

Serves 6 to 8 —From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Breads Mystery Rolls

10-oz. can beer 6 Tbsp. sugar 1/2 cup mayonnaise 20-oz. box Buttermilk Bisquick Mix

Mix together beer, sugar and almost all of the Bisquick. Batter should be thick enough to push off spoon with finger.

Add mayonnaise. Drop by spoon onto greased muffin pan cups. Bake

at 370 degrees to lightly browned. Rolls can be served while hot and can be reheated.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Hot Rolls 5 cups self-rising flour 1/2 cup shortening 1/3 cup sugar 1 pkg. dry active yeast 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water Dissolve yeast in water.

Cut shortening into flour to the consistency of meal.

Add the sugar. Add yeast misture and let rise 1 to 5 hours. Place in refrigerator and use as desired. Keeps three days. Roll out and cut with cutter, put butter on roll and fold over. Place in greeased pan and let rise for 1 hour. Bake at 450 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.

—From the kitchen of Virginia Davis

Desserts Inside Out Chocolate Bundt Cake “This cake is always a hit,” says Sharon Moss of Crossville. “It has limited ingredients, is easy to make, and all you need to dress it up for the holidays is to add some Hersey’s kisses in the center of the cake and around the edges.”

1 pkg. devil’s food cake mix 1 pkg. chocolate instant pudding 12 oz. pkg. semi-sweet chocolate bits 1 1/2 cups milk 2 eggs Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix cake mix, pudding, milk and eggs on low speed for two minutes. Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate pieces. Bake in a greased and floured 12-cup bundt pan.

Bake at 350 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before turning out on cake plate.

—From the kitchen of Sharon Moss

Applesauce Bars “This recipe was passed down to me from my grandmother who got it from her grandmother and I have passed it to my grandaughters, so it has been used by my family for over 7 generations! I updated it from the original, which called for lard instead of vegetable oil.

It is excellent for families with members who are allergic to eggs,” said Sara Irwin.

1 cup applesauce 1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 2 cups flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 3/4 cup raisins optional 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, optional 1 tsp vanilla Juice of one lemon fresh

squeezed and seeds removed 1 to ½ cups powdered sugar Heat applesauce in medium bowl to acceptable temperature for a baby bottle. Add baking soda and stir well. It will foam up and may turn dark.

Add sugar and oil stir well.

In a separate bowl sift flour salt and cinnamon together. Add to applesauce mixture. Stir until smooth. Add vanilla stir well add optional raisins and nuts.

Pour into well greased pan (or spray with pan spray) Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until light golden brown.

Use lemon juice to dissolve powdered sugar and pour over applesauce bars straight from oven.

In any baking recipe requiring eggs, you can substitute 1/4 cup warm applesauce with 1/4 teaspoon baking soda per medium egg.

—From the kitchen of Sara Irwin

Sweet Potato Cake 2 cups self-rising flour 2 tsp. vanilla 3/4 cup coconut 2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups cooking oil 3 eggs (beat slightly) 1 small can crushed pineapple 2 cups grated sweet potatoes Mix oil and sugar, beat in eggs, blend and add flour, vanilla, pineapple and juice, coconut and sweet potatoes.

Bake in three cake pans or oblong pan, which ever you prefer, at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes.

Icing 1 1/2 sticks margarine 1 1/4 cups sugar 4 egg yolks 1 tsp. vanilla 1 1/4 cups coconut 1 1/4 cups evaporated milk Place milk, sugar, eggs yolks and margarine in saucepan and cook until thick. Remove from heat and add coconut and vanilla.

When cool, frost cake.

—From the kitchen of Patricia Williams

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Peach Crisp

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 1 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked 1/2 tsp. cinnamon spice 1 cup butter or margarine 1 cup chopped pecans 4 16-oz. cans sliced peaches, drained vanilla ice cream Combine first four ingredients in a medium bowl. But butter into oat mixture with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.

Stir in pecans. Spoon peaches into a lightly greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Spoon crumb mixture on top. Bake at 400 degrees for 18 to 20 minutes. Serve with ice cream.

Makes 12 servings.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Cherry and Banana Pudding 1 small box instant vanilla pudding mix 2 cups milk 8 oz. container low-fat sour cream 12 oz. carton non-dairy whipped topping 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained

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vanilla wafers 3 bananas, sliced In a large bowl, combine the pudding and milk. Add the sour cream, whipped topping and cherries. Layer the bottom of a 9x13-inch glass casserole dish with vanilla wafers, then banana slices. Pour pudding mixture over top and spread evenly.

Chill in refrigerator for an hour and then serve.

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Pumpkin Trifle 3 cups baked spice cake, crumbled and divided 16 oz. can pumpkin 2 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 2 1/2 cup cold milk 4 3.5 oz. pakgs. instant butterscotch pudding mix 2 cups whipping cream Set aside 1/4 cup cake crumbs for topping.

Divide remaining crumbs into four portions. Sprinkle one portion of crumbs into bottom of a trifle bowl. In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin, spice, milk and pudding mix. Blend until smooth.

Spoon half into the trifle bowl. Sprinkle with the second portion of crumbs.

Whip cream until stiff and spoon half into the bowl. Sprinkle with the third portion of crumbs and remaining whipped cream. Sprinkle reserved crumbs around the inside edge of bowl. If desired, top with maraschino cherries. Cover and chill for two hours.

Makes 12 to 15 servings.

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Kool-Aid Pie 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk 1 pkg. unsweetened Kool-Aid drink mix 8 oz. container of whipped topping 1 prepared graham cracker pie crust In large bowl, mix KoolAid, sweetened condensed milk until thoroughly blended. Fold in the whipped topping. It will thicken.

Pour into graham cracker crust. Chill until set.

It can be garnished with berries, fruit or fruit added to the pie.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

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Glade Sun How to make Festive Peppermint Twists

Dark cocoa, light cocoa, green or white candy melts candy Peppermint twisted sticks candy Assorted holiday sprinkles, including Holiday Nonpareils, Confetti and Jimmies, red and freen colored sugars

Buffets can be easier on hosts and hostesses and ensure that guests of various tastes all have enough food at their disposal.

Line cookie sheets with parchment paper. In disposable dipping container or bowl, separately melt Candy Melts candy in microwave following package instructions.

Dip peppermint sticks into melted candy; tap stick lightly to smooth surface. Immediately add sprinkles. Set on prepared cookie sheet; chill until set, 5 to 10 minutes.

Brush Up On Good Times

Buffet entertaining tips and timesavers Buffet-style meals are often the best option for large gatherings of friends and family. Space constraints can make it difficult to sit everyone down for a formal meal, and buffets enable guests to mingle with one another while selecting only the foods they want to eat.

These are not the only advantages to buffets, however. Plenty of dishes can be made in advance and stored in the freezer, providing hosts and hostesses a little breathing room.

Meals can be prepared a few days in advance and heated up come the day of the festivities.

Buffet service can work any time of the day and can include both cold and hot foods if they are kept at the right temperature. Explore these other tips for entertaining buffet-style.

•Present food in an easily accessible location.

Place food on a table or counter that will not be in the way of foot traffic.

Arrange dishes and cutlery at the head of the buffet line so guests can move in an orderly fashion as they select their food.

•Tie together utensils for ease. Group forks, knives and spoons with a cloth napkin and dish so guests can easily grab what they need for dining.

•Practice food safety.

Hot dishes need to be kept warm and cold dishes need to be placed on ice. Chafing dishes make this possible. Use chafing dishes and pans in combination with your serving plates.

Heated elements or sternos under chafing dishes will keep foods steaming. Place crushed ice and water in a pan under cold foods to keep them chilled. Food should be removed if it has been sitting at room temperature for more than two hours.

•Experiment with meals that keep. Stews, casseroles, soups, baked pasta dishes, and similar fare can be made in advance and frozen. Thaw these dishes in the refrigerator the day before the party, then heat up foods and serve for the buffet. Prepared foods purchased at a supermarket or specialty retailer also work well for buffets. Simply purchase and then set out for even less work.

•Weigh your catering options. Catering services can make easy work of holiday hosting but not without expense. Caterers may charge by the person or by each tray of food. Some will include table settings and rolls with the price; others may not. Calculate the costs of using a caterer and weigh them against the cost of doing the work yourself.

•Use plastic utensils for hot foods. Metal spoons and forks can quickly heat up when sitting in hot serving dishes. Use plastic utensils so guests do not get burned.

•Keep dressings on the side. Salad dressings and other condiments can cause foods to wilt or get soggy. Have them nearby so guests can help themselves. Topless squirt bottles are easier to handle and can help limit spills.

•Be mindful of food allergies. Although you may have various foods available to meet the dietary needs of guests, do not place risky foods next to others. Cross-contamination can occur from spills or if a person uses the same serving spoon to dish out foods. Label food options so everyone knows what’s available.

•Ask a friend to help set up. Ask a close friend or family member to come over an hour or two early to help you set up the buffet and with any other lastminute touches. This will take some of the pressure off of you, and you can chat and enjoy yourself before your hosting duties begin.

•Frozen foods should be thoroughly wrapped. Only use freezer-safe bags and containers to store prepared foods. Otherwise you may run the risk of freez-

er burn or freezing, affecting the taste of the final product. Keep in mind that many desserts, such as fruit pies, also can be frozen. It’s possible to make ahead just about everything for a holiday feast and simply thaw and reheat when the big day arrives.

•Create a good side dish ratio. Buffets should include a variety of side dishes. Select one or two main dishes and then vary the rest of the selection with rice, pasta, vegetables, or other favorite side dishes.

•Keep take-away containers on hand. You’re bound to make more food than you need, so send guests off with their own goodie bags to lighten the load on your leftovers.

Encourage guests to fill up a container and take some food home with them.

•Lock pets away. An open, unattended buffet can seem like paradise to a hungry cat or dog. It’s not sanitary or particularly appealing for guests to catch a pet taking advantage of buffet fare. Keep pets in a bedroom or outside when the meal is being served.

Buffets are a fine choice for big groups because they provide variety and the chance to mingle.

Recycle Christmas greeting cards The Greeting Card Association says Americans purchase some 6.5 billion greeting cards every year. Of those, around 1.6 billion are Christmas cards.

Exchanging cards is a great way for people to show their loved ones that they’re thinking about them, and such cards make for festive ornaments to display around homes. But when the holiday season ends, recycling those cards into other items can make good use of the paper resources and turn what’s normally a single-use item into an enduring trinket.

•Turn this year’s cards into next year’s gift tags.

Cut out circles, rectangles or any shape you desire.

Otherwise, visit the scrapbooking aisle of your favorite craft store and purchase a paper punch to make easy work of cutting those shapes.

•Transform a greeting card into a mini puzzle for a youngster.

•Glue silly characters from Christmas cards onto a sheet of magnet. Then use these magnets for decorations next year.

•Frame favorite cards so their messages can endure

year after year.

•Turn a beautiful card into a keepsake. Use a decoupage medium to attach a card to a ceramic or wood backing. Coat with a polyurethane top coat to protect it.

•Use cut-outs of cards to improve the appearance of plain gift wrap or bags.

•Insert cut rounds of greeting cards into the

inside of can lids to create crafty ornaments.

•Encourage kids to make a photo collage from the cards they like. Mount their efforts on poster board and save for next year.

•Donate used cards.

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• Continued from 7C Yields eight servings.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Cranberry Crunch

1 cup oatmeal, uncooked 1/2 cup flour 1 cup dark brown sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 pound cranberry sauce Mix oatmeal, flour and brown sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Place 1/2 mixture in greased 8x8-inch pan. Cover with cranberry sauce. Spread remaining mixture over sauce. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Great served with ice cream.

—From the kitchen of Evelyn Hargis

Cranberry Magic Bars

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup melted butter 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips 1 1/2 cups dried cranberries 14-pz. can sweetened condensed milk 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut 1 cup pecan halves Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. In small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly. Press into greased 13x9-inch pan.

In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients.

Gently spread over crust.

Bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. when cooled, cut into squares.

Makes 30 bars.

—From the kitchen of Karla Badman

Scottish Shortbreads 2 sticks butter, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 1/2 cups flour (regular)

Cream butter and sugar. Add flour a little at a time and blend well. Divide dough into equal parts and pat each part into a greased 8-inch cake pan. Prick all over the dough with a fork. Bake in preheated 275-degree oven for one hour. Cut in small wedges while warm. Delicious with egg nog or coffee.

—From the kitchen of Gail W. Peak

Eve’s Temptation Apple Pie 1/4 cups butter or margerine, melted 2/3 cups pecan pieces 2/3 cups firmly packed brown sugar Pastry for a two crust pie 6 cups apples, pared, cored, and sliced 2 Tbsp. lemon juice 1/3 cups firmly packed brown sugar 1 Tbsp. flour 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp. salt Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Pour melted butter in the bottom of a 9-inch round layer cake pan. Swirl to coat bottom evenly.

Spread pecan pieces on top of butter, then top with 2/3 c. brown sugar. Press sugar down firmly over pecans and butter. Set aside.

Prepare pie crust and divide into two balls--one smaller and one larger.

Roll out the larger ball to a circle about 13 inches in diameter. Fit over pecan layer in cake pan, pressing down to cover bottom.

Dough should hang over the rim of the pan.

Combine apples and lemon juice in a bowl. In a separate bowl, blend remaining brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add to apples, gently mixing until they are evenly coated. Spoon into crust. Roll remaining pastry into a 9” round. Fit over apples and fold bottom crust over the top one,

crimping the edges well.

Bake at 450° for 10 minutes then lower heat to 350° and bake 30 minutes longer or until top crust is browned. Remove from oven, and as soon as syrup stops bubbling, place serving plate over cake pan and invert out onto plate. Serve hot or at room temperature.

—From the kitchen of Sharon Ellis

Double Layer Pumpkin Cheese Cake 2 - 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese softened 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 tsp. of vanilla extract 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 2 eggs 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 pinch of ground nutmeg 1 pinch of ground cloves 1 graham cracker crust Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. Blend until smooth.

Blend in eggs one at a time. Once combined, remove 1 cup of batter and spread into bottom of crust. Add pumpkin puree, cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon to the remaining batter. Gently stir until everything is combined. Carefully spread the pumpkin mixture over the top of the batter already in the crust.

Bake 35-40 minutes or until the center is almost set. Cool and refrigerate for at least four hours. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

Note: There will be enough pumpkin puree left over to make two loaves of Pumpkin bread.

—From the kitchen of Marilyn Kilpatrick

Easy Chocolate Chip Blondies 2 pkgs. (7.4 oz ea.) chocolate chip muffin mix 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar 6 Tbsp. butter, melted and cooled 1 egg, beaten 2 tsp. vanilla 3/4 cup chopped pecans

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease bottom of 8-inch square baking pan.

In large bowl, combine muffin mix and brown sugar; stir to blend evenly.

As butter, egg and vanilla; stir until well blended.

Stir in pecans. Spread evenly into prepared pan.

Bake for 25-30 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cool; cut into bars. This recipe freezes well.

—From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Harvey Wallbanger Cake 1 pkg. 2-layer-size orange

cake mix 1- 3 3/4 oz. instant vanilla pudding mix 4 eggs 1/2 cup cooking oil 1/2 cup orange juice 1/2 cup Galliano 2 tablespoons vodka Glaze: 1 cup sifted powdered sugar 1 tablespoon orange juice 1 tablespoon Galliano 1 teaspoon vodka In large mixer bowl, combine cake mix and pudding mix. Add the eggs, oil and 1/2 cup orange juice, the 1/2 cup Galliano and the 2 tablespoons vodka. Beat on low speed of mixer for 1/2 minute; beat on medium speed for 5 minutes, scraping bowl frequently. Pour into greased and floured 10-inch fluted tube pan or angelfood pan; bake in 350 degrees oven for 45 min. OR pour into two greased and floured 9-inch round pans and bake in 350 degrees for 30 min. Cool in pan 10 min; remove to rack and pour on glaze while cake is still warm.

To make glaze: combine the powdered sugar, 1 Tbsp.orange juice, 1 Tbsp.

Galliano and the vodka.

—From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Pecan Melts

1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. orange rind 2 Tbsp.orange juice 1 egg 3/4 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup butter 1/3 cup sugar Cream together the butter and sugar well, adding egg and half of dry ingredients, mix well. Add orange juice and remaining flour mixture. Stir in pecans.

Drop by rounded teaspoon fulls unto ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 9 to 12 min.

While warm, roll in powdered sugar. Makes about 3 dozen cookies.

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Chocolate Crinkles

2 cups plus 2 Tbsp. flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 3/4 cups sugar 3 large eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 4 squares (1 oz. each) unsweetened chocolate 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar Melt squares of chocolate. Mix flour, baking powder and salt.

In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until fluffy.

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until just blended. Refrigerate dough one hour.

Heat oven to 350 degrees.

Lightly grease cookie sheets. Shape teaspoons into balls and roll into confectioners sugar. Bake until tops look shiny. Do not over bake.

—From the kitchen of Jackie Cobb

Fresh Apple Cake

2 cup sugar 1 1/2 cups plain flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2-3/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 1 cup chopped pecans 3 cups chopped apples 2 large eggs 3/4 cup oil 2 tsp. vanilla 1/2-1 pkg. butterscotch chips

Mix first seven ingredients together by hand. Mix with apples. Mix eggs, oil and vanilla and add to flour mixture and mix. It will be a stiff dough. Transfer to greased 9x13 pan. Sprinkle with butterscotch chips.

Bake 45 to 60 minutes at 350 degrees. This cake freezes well for later use.

—From the kitchen of Brenda Hinch

Brunch Creme Brulee French Toast

13x9x2 baking dish or pan 1 stick unsalted butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 2 Tbsp. corn syrup 8 to 9-inch loaf of heavy bread (French or Italian work well) 5 large eggs 1 1/2 cups half and half 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon Grande Marne (optional) 1/4 teaspoon salt

In sauce pan, melt butter with brown sugar and corn syrup over medium heat until smooth.

Pour into baking dish.

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Cut 6 one-inch thick pieces of bread, or more if needed. Trim off crusts. Fit tightly into baking dish.

In mixing bowl combine well the eggs, half and half, vanilla, liqueur if using, and salt. Pour over bread. Chill covered 8 hours or overnight. Bring bread to room temperature, about 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 350.

Bake uncovered in middle of oven until puffed and brown around the edges, about 30-40 minutes.

When done, flip each slice over when served.

Suggest serving with bacon or other salty breakfast meat to counter the sweet, rich bread.

—From the kitchen of Judy Pearson

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Gradually blend hot milk into confectioner’s sugar until mixture is thick enough to spread over top of cake. Sprinkle pastry board with sugar. Flatten large green gumdrops with rolling pan to about 1/16-inch thick, turning often to coat with sugar. Cut into leaf shapes. Garnish with gumdrop leaves and cherries to resemble holly leaves and berries.

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Drinks Myer’s Hot Buttered Rum

Into a mug or heatproof glass, pour 1 1/4 oz. dark rum, 1 dash bitters, 1 tsp. sugar, 1 tsp. butter and three whole cloves. Fill with boiling water. Stir and serve immediately.

—From the kitchen of Roeseann Strazinsky

Jamican Coffee

In a coffee cup or mug, pour 1 1/4 oz. dark rum and fill with coffee to within 3/4 inches from top of mug. Sweeten to taste. Stir.

Now top with whipped cream. Serve.

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Protect your home when traveling this holiday season Many families travel during the holiday season, when gatherings with family and friends require individuals to pack up their vehicles and hit the open road to reconnect with loved ones. Such gettogethers are great ways to make an already festive season even more joyous, but being away for extended periods of time may leave your home vulnerable to criminals.

Alarm systems and neighborhood watch programs can provide some peace of mind to homeowners, but there are additional ways to protect your home when traveling this holiday season.

•Use timers to make it appear as though you are home. Entertainment systems and even certain home lighting products allow homeowners to make it seem as though they are home even when they aren’t. Criminals are likely to be deterred from burglarizing homes that are well-lit, and noise inside the home can give burglars the impression that someone is inside.

Use the timing device on your entertainment or sound system to play

is home is mail that begins to stockpile in a mailbox. A mailbox overflowing with mail indicates to burglars that you’re not home and also makes you vulnerable to potential identity thieves looking to peruse your mailbox for sensitive information. Whether you suspend mail delivery while you’re away or ask a neighbor to pick up your mail each day, make sure letters are not allowed to accumulate in your mailbox while you are out of town.

•Install motion detecting lights around your property. Families who routinely leave home for extended periods of time should install motiondetection devices around their properties. Such devices will immediately illuminate yards or areas around the home when movement is detected within their range. Lights flashing in the dark of When traveling for the holidays, do not allow mail night can deter burglars to stockpile in your mailbox, as a full mailbox may and may even earn homeencourage criminals to burglarize your home or steal owners discounts on their insurance policies. your mail in an effort to assume your identity.

•Be cautious with social media. Today’s criminals music at night, and make ordinarily go to bed. sure lights come on at the •Don’t allow mail to are tech-savvy, and some same time and stay on stockpile in your mailbox. may turn to social media until the time you would A telltale sign that no one to look for potential vic-

tims. When leaving home for an extended holiday vacation, do not broadcast your plans on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter. Though you might be tempted to post photos of you and your family hitting the ski slopes or sitting poolside with grandma and grandpa, wait until you return from your trip to share such photos.

•Hire a plowing service before leaving your home.

Families who live in areas that are prone to heavy

snowfall should hire a snow plow service before leaving. A driveway buried in snow for several days is another telltale sign that no one is home, so make sure you hire a plow service to remove snow from your driveway even when you are not home.

Travel is commonplace during the holiday season. Homeowners must take steps to protect their homes while they are away on vacation or visiting family and friends.

The man behind the beard Every Christmas Eve, children go to bed eagerly anticipating a visit from Santa Claus. This merry gentleman is purported to visit the home of every good girl and boy, delivering gifts and cheer along the way.

Before the modern evolution of Santa Claus lived a very real and generous individual named Nicholas. In the third century, Nicholas served as the Bishop of Myrna in present-day Turkey. He had a reputation for secret giftgiving, believing that giving should be done secretly and sacrificially in Jesus Christ’s name rather than one’s own.

Stories tell of Nicholas paying the dowry for poor daughters to enable them to get married. He reportedly put coins in the shoes of those who left them out for him. It is believed Nicholas helped to restore the hope of hundreds of people in his community, making him a beloved and revered Bishop. Throughout his ministry, Nicholas fervently shared his life and fortune with others.

Nicholas continued to be revered and commemorated by many Christians even after his death.

His charity and unselfish works helped inspire generations of the faithful, and he eventually was

The merry Santa Claus portrayal began to outshine the more accurate St. Nicholas version as a religious man, fostered by political drawings and caricatures that depicted Santa as a chubby sort in a red suit. named the patron saint of everyone from merchants to sailors to pawnbrokers.

No one really knows what St. Nicholas looked like. But in 2005, a forensic laboratory in England reviewed historical data and photographs of

the remains taken from St. Nicholas’ grave in the 1950s. Researchers concluded that he was a small man, perhaps no more than five feet in height, with a broken nose.

This image certainly does not fit with the robust

utes. Purchase the card from the online retailer and email the redemption code to the gift recipient.

Time the email to arrive on Christmas morning or include all of the necessary information in a holiday card.

•Ship to store. Some shoppers like the convenience of ship-to-store services. This enables a person to purchase a gift online but avoid shipping charges by having the item made available at a store location. In-stock items are typ-

frame and other imagery awarded St. Nicholas in more modern years. St. Nicholas is believed to be the inspiration for Santa Claus, which was a name taken from the Dutch Sinterklaas, a contracted form of Sint Nicolass, or St. Nicholas.

Tales of the real St. Nicholas’ giving spirit were blended with a fictional personification by New York-based newspaper writers who blended the St. Nicholas name with the appearance of a Dutch town citizen. The goal was to reach out to the primarily Dutch immigrants living in New York at the time. This jolly elf image was given a boost by the publication of “A Visit From St. Nicholas,” which was published around the same time.

Eventually, the merry Santa Claus portrayal began to outshine the more accurate St. Nicholas version as a religious man, fostered by political drawings and caricatures that depicted Santa as a chubby sort in a red suit. That image prevails to this day.

Beneath the Christmas symbolism, the beard and the presents associated with Santa Claus lies a tale of generosity that originated with St. Nicholas.

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Serve up simple party appetizers (Family Features) Kick off your holiday parties in style with flavorful appetizers every guest will enjoy.

Whether you’re a seasoned holiday host or a first-timer, throwing a holiday party can be a bit overwhelming. But with the proper tools, such as a great sampling of easy-to-make appetizers and delicious beverage pairings, you and your guests will get in the festive mood in no time.

Simple starters

When planning your appetizer fare, go with casual selections that require little to no clean-up. Finger foods, like this recipe for ham sliders, require just a few savory, mouth-watering ingredients and minimal time in the kitchen.

Or, take some inspiration from the menus of Italian restaurants and wine bars and create an old worldinspired charcuterie board composed of artisan meats and cheeses. Here are a few tips to create your own: • Delight and prime guests’ palates: Use one to two ounces of cheese and three slices of meat per person. This will give your guests a mix of salty and savory items to delight

A dish of various cheeses and cured, smoked and preserved meats makes a tasty pre-dinner treat. their palates but not overwhelm them before the main course.

• Arm independent snackers: Don’t fully precut your cheese choices.

To give guests the most interaction with the delicacies, slice a few pieces and then pair a knife with each selection.

• Choose the cheese: The cheese selection should also be diverse and include a minimum of a fresh, semi-soft, firm and hard cheese. Try Boar’s Head Asiago Vecchio Cheese,

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• Cheers to your success: Pair a great wine or beer with your choice of meat and cheese. For example, a Cabernet Sauvignon goes great with a dry salami, while dark beers pair perfectly with aged Gouda.

So, get your party started right with a delicious assortment of appetizers and just relax. As long as the drinks and delicious foods are flowing, the good times will as well.

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Ham Sliders

Serves 8 Cooking time 10 minutes 8 appetizer size rolls 1/2 cup apple butter 4 slices boneless smoked ham, sliced thick 4 slices whole milk low moisture mozzarella cheese, sliced thick Slice rolls and spread with apple butter. Cut ham and cheese slices in half to fit on roll. Add one slice each of ham and cheese to roll. Arrange on dish and serve.

Food and wine pairing tips (StatePoint) One of the most important aspects of holiday entertaining is sometimes overlooked -proper pairing of the food and wine. Even if you have a bottle of top quality wine and an amazing chef-inspired dish, without considering how the food and drink combine, you can ruin the taste of both, say experts.

One commonly mismatched wine is Cabernet Sauvignon.

“I have a simple goal with food and wine pairings: don’t mess with the taste of the wine,” says Dean Busquaert, a wine educator at Sequoia Grove Winery, a pioneering Cabernet Sauvignon producer in the heart of Rutherford in Napa Valley.

Bold, full-flavored reds like Cabernet Sauvignon will overpower light dishes, but are excellent when served with rich meats like a roast, making them perfect for the holidays.

Busquaert, who often shares his pairing wisdom at the Sequoia Grove tasting room, offers some invaluable pairing tips for home cooks planning to serve a Cabernet Sauvignon at their festivities.

• The number one thing to avoid pairing with Cabernet Sauvignon is sugar,

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•Avoid gimmick gifts.

Skip the “as seen on TV” aisle at the store or trendy infomercial gifts. Such gifts may suggest to their recipients that you waited until the last minute to buy the gifts and then really didn’t have any good ideas.

•Expect extra charges and factor such charges into your budget. Procrastinating may work for your schedule, but expect to pay more if you shop online and require shipping. You will probably need to expedite shipping if you expect to have gifts delivered on time. Verify the delivery date before making any purchases. Paying more for shipping may outweigh the hassle of driving to store after store searching for gifts. Online retailers like Amazon may even offer selective delivery on Christmas Eve.

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•Check store hours.

Some stores offer extended shopping hours to meet the needs of last-minute shoppers. You may be able to visit early morning or late at night to skip the crowds. Certain department stores time sales with these extended hours, such

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•Shop smaller retailers. One way to avoid the hassles that often come with holiday shopping is to patronize smaller, independent shops. Chances are

red wine however, they don`t -- unless it is a port which has residual sugar.

Sugar content, whether it comes from fruits like grapes or apples, or honey and chocolate, is simply not a good choice for Cabernet Sauvignon.

• To make a Cabernet Sauvignon taste more velvety, pair it to dishes high in acidity.. For example, adding a splash of lemon to a dish can smooth out a big and structured Cabernet Sauvignon.

• Don’t be fooled by conventional wisdom.

Some rules do not apply across the board.

“Most people think red wine always goes with red meat, only to discover a dish like beef teriyaki, which contains sugar, can make a beautiful Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon seem undrinkable,” says Busquaert.

• Use salt liberally to bring out the full flavor in foods, without throwing off the flavors of your wine.

• A great meal deserves a great wine, and the Napa Valley has come to define great Cabernet Sauvignon in America. Look for established and trusted producers, such as See WINE page 12C

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Fresh finds to inspire any table (Family Features) The holiday home entertaining season is gearing up, which means it’s time to take your entertaining dreams and inspirations and make them a reality. As you begin planning for the next time you play host(ess) with the most(est), don’t let the creativity stop with the food.

Create a holiday tablescape to set the mood and serve as the focal point so you can have the prettiest and most festive holiday party possible.

Inspiration can come from the changing seasons, touches of color, unique pieces and chic dinnerware to draw your guests in to an inviting celebration of friends, family and food. Not sure how to tackle your table? Follow these tips from the entertaining experts at CorningWare, Corelle and more to help you turn your table from simple to simply breathtaking.

• Throwback tablescapes using family treasures Use a family heirloom as your starting point to bring a totally custom and retro twist to the table. Not only will it help to choose a color theme, but it will serve as a great conversation starter and ice breaker. Whether it’s your grandmother’s gorgeous glass vase filled with seasonal flowers that pop, or a retro tree topper, everyone at the table will

Use a family heirloom as your starting point to bring a custom and retro twist to the table. notice and enjoy an unexpected piece.

• Sweeten the deal Nothing adds color and fun to a table like sweet treats. Find uniquely shaped bowls and glasses and fill them to the brim with your favorite colorful holiday candy like Candy Corn.

Fill an oversized hurricane glass with mini candy canes or chocolates and marshmallows for after dinner s’mores. Get personal and create your own “Friendsgiving” cornucopia filled with treasures your guests will love, like old pictures, ticket stubs or their favorite candies.

• Stay chic with the classics Invest in quality, white dinnerware and serveware

to easily transition from holiday entertaining to everyday use. Classic white plates complimented with white baking and serving vessels can serve as a blank canvas to add color and personal touches. Boutique by Corelle is a timeless dinnerware set that resists breaks, chips, scratches and stains providing durability to create the perfect table season after season. And French White CorningWare with its classic fluting makes every dish you serve look extra smart.

• Add seasonal elements Personalize the table with your favorite seasonal flowers, fruits and vegetables for an organic and fresh look. These elements bring pops of color and texture

to amplify your tablescape.

For arrangements, look for white lilies, red roses, green button poms and other festive greenery, such as berries, pinecones and sprigs of cedar. Not only will it look beautiful, but it will smell good, too.

• Match it up The best way to create a cohesive look is with full sets of dishes, glassware and silverware. Not only will guests bask in the creative design of your stunning tablescape, but the table will bring everyone together to create new memories — which is what the season is all about. For more ways to make your spread spectacular, visit www.shopworldkitchen.com.

Until next time: How to pack your holiday decorations Soon it will be time to bid farewell to another holiday season. By now the gifts have been unwrapped and the last of the turkey leftovers are long gone.

The only task that remains is to put away all of those holiday decorations that have been decking the halls since Thanksgiving.

Although packing holiday decorations may not be a favorite task, the following strategies can save both time and effort.

•Get motivated. The first supply you need when putting holiday decorations away is a healthy dose of motivation. It’s easy to put off the taking down of lights or rolling up of holiday garlands, but the earlier you start the more quickly you can move on from the holiday season. Plan a day when you can pack away decorations, and do not schedule anything else for that day.

•Purchase storage bins.

Stock up on storage bins as they go on sale. Even if you end up with extra bins you ultimately don’t need to store holiday decorations, you will no doubt find another use for them.

Choose bins of various sizes and don’t be afraid to use takeout containers, which can hold smaller items and be stacked inside of larger bins to keep everything neat and organized. Zip-top storage bags are also handy for ornament hooks and other small trinkets.

•Find cushioning material. Fragile ornaments will need to be packed in some sort of soft wrapping to prevent breakage. Tissue paper, newspaper, old dish towels, and even faux polyester “snow” can be used to line bins and boxes. Label accordingly so you can iso-

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Fragile ornaments will need to be packed in some sort of soft wrapping to prevent breakage. Tissue paper, newspaper, old dish towels, and even faux polyester “snow” can be used to line bins and boxes. late the breakable items.

•Start with the tree. If you have a live tree, this should be the first item you remove. The longer the tree dries out, the bigger the mess it creates. Take down the lights and spool onto an empty paper towel tube or package into individual plastic bags to avoid

knots and kinks. Thread a tree bag over the top of the empty tree and scoop around the bottom to contain as many pine needles as possible. Drag the tree outdoors and dispose or recycle according to neighborhood collection guidelines. Vacuum up any fallen needles. If you have

an artificial tree, take the same steps, but store the tree away for next year.

•Divide your home up into quadrants. You likely use the same decorations in the same places each year. To make decorating easier next year, dismantle holiday displays and pack them up according to specific areas of the home. For example, store all picture window decorations in one bin and label thusly. Continue to store decorations according to the room where they are hanged. Items that are used strictly for outdoors can be grouped together and stored in the garage.

•Use a giftwrap organizer. Under-the-bed storage containers are ideal for storing gift wrap and assorted accessories. You also can use a hanging shoe organizer to store bows, tape and name tags.

Wrapping paper rolls also can be stored horizontally over rafters in the attic or garage.

•Be especially careful with candles. Pack candles separately from other items, as candles must be kept in a relatively cool area so they do not melt when temperatures rise.

•Keep an empty bin handy. Use this bin to store any gifts or decorations you buy throughout the year. This way you won’t forget where you stashed them.

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Your guide to baking with sweetners this holiday season

(BPT) - With so many sweeteners on the market today, it’s hard to know what to buy. This holiday season is a great time to learn about sweeteners and get creative in kitchen.

Understand the various natural sweeteners and what their benefits are, as well as

Delightful, beautiful holiday sweet treats are easier than you might think.

Cheery Cereal Tree Treats

Makes about 12 treats 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine 4 cups mini marshmallows Juniper or Leaf Green Icing Color 6 cups crisp rice cereal White cookie icing Jumbo Rainbow Nonpareils, sprinkles or sugars, as desired Prepare silicone tree mold and silicone spatula or wooden spoon with vegetable pan spray.

In large saucepan, melt butter. Add marshmallows; cook and stir until melted. Tint with icing color.

Remove from heat and add cereal; mix well. Press into prepared mold. When cool to touch, remove from mold. (If mixture becomes hard to work with, microwave at 50 percent power for 30 to 60 seconds to soften.)

Heat cookie icing following label directions.

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Makes about 2 dozen cookies.

2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, softened 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional) Red and green sparkle gel Preheat oven to 350 °F. Lightly spray Easy Decorate Swirl Cookie Pan with vegetable pan spray.

In small bowl, combine flour and salt. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer at medium speed until well blended. Beat in egg and extracts; mix well. Add flour mixture; beat until well blended. Press dough into pan cavities, filling 2/3 full.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until light brown around edges. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Turn pan over; lightly tap pan to remove cookies.

Cool cookies completely.

Decorate cooled cookies with Sparkle Gel. Let set, at least 30 minutes.

Sweet Snowmen Cookies

White, red, green, black and orange Candy Melts candy Peanut butter sandwich cookies Holiday Confetti, Holiday and Snowflake Mix Sprinkles Cinnamon drops Black sugar pearls Silver pearlized sugar Melt white Candy Melts candy following package instructions. Place cookies on cooling grid positioned over parchmentlined cookie sheet. Spoon melted candy over top surface of cookie; chill 5 to 10 minutes or until set.

Turn cookies over, candy side down, on cooling grid.

Completely cover cookies with melted candy; chill 5 to 10 minutes or until set.

Repeat, if needed, to completely cover cookie.

To decorate snowmen, melt Candy Melts candy following package instructions as needed. Using red, green and white candy in candy or disposable decorating bag, pipe hats, ear

muff band and scarves, adding colored sugar trim to candy before it sets.

For ball cap, cut a Candy Melt candy wafer in half; attach with melted candy.

Attach sprinkles for buttons, ear muffs and decorative accents using dots of melted candy. Using melted black candy and decorating bag, pipe facial features. Using melted orange candy and decorating bag, pipe nose.

Jolly Santa’s Treat Cookies

Makes about 3 dozen cookies 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 cup butter, softened 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 egg 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. almond extract Red, Green and White Cookie Icing Red and Dark Green Colored Sugars White Sparkling or Pearlized Sugar White Sugar Pearls Preheat oven to 350 °F. In small bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add egg and extracts; mix well. Add flour mixture, 1 cup at a time, mixing after each addition. Do not chill dough. Divide dough into 2 balls.

On floured surface, roll each ball into a circle approximately 12 inches diameter and 1/8 inch thick. Dip Cookie Hugger or “Ho-Ho” Word cookie cutters in flour before each use.

Bake cookies on ungreased cookie sheet 8 to 11 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned. Cool cookies completely.

Outline and fill-in cooled cookies with Cookie Icing. For “Ho-Ho” cookies, sprinkle with sugars; let set until icing is completely dry. For snowflake cookie, add white Cookie Icing detail to dried cookie; attach Sugar Pearls with dots of icing.

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Assorted purchased readyto-eat cookies Holiday Confetti, Nonpareils, Holly Mix, Colored Sugars and Sprinkles In Disposable Dipping Container or bowl, melt Candy Melts candy separately following package instructions. Partially or completely dip cookies in melted candy. Place cookies on cooling grid positioned over parchment-lined cookie sheet. If desired, sprinkle with sugars and sprinkles. Chill 5 to 10 minutes or until set.

Additional decorating ideas: • Drizzle with melted candy in a contrasting color. Chill 3 to 5 minutes or until set.

• Attach sprinkles with dots of melted candy. Chill 3 to 5 minutes or until set.

• Pipe melted candy bows and other decorations.

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Make the season sweet (Family Features) Nothing says home for the holidays like the smell of treats baking in the oven and a crowded kitchen filled with loved ones. Whether making decades-old family favorites or starting new holiday baking traditions, you can create homemade holiday goodies in a (ginger) snap.

“The holidays are a time when families are in the kitchen at record rates to bake cookies, build gingerbread houses and create a wide variety of sweet treats,” says Nancy Siler, vice president of consumer affairs at Wilton. “The good news is, even if you only have 30 minutes to spare during this hectic time, you can make amazing desserts for gatherings or gifting.”

Try these easy treat ideas from Wilton to spread holiday cheer: • Holiday Helpers: Invite family and friends for a cookie decorating day to help prepare gifts for upcoming events. You provide the Sparkling Sugars and Sprinkles, Peppermint Twisted Sticks and red and green icing ... everyone else provides the creativity.

• Miracle on Your Street: Crunched for time with a party to attend?

Pick up ready-to-eat cookies and artfully dip them in red and green Candy Melts candy for an elegant upgrade. No one has to know how simple it was to create a customized dessert.

• Instant Snowman: Coat peanut butter sandwich cookies in white Candy Melts candy to create instant snowmen. Decorate with hats, scarves and, of course, carrot noses.

• It’s a Wrap: Turn your homemade treats into gourmet gifts. Stock up on holiday-themed gift bags and boxes, colorful tissue paper, ribbons and tags to transform made-from-theheart goodies into extra special gifts.

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Glad tidings, jingling bells and red kettles... what do these things have in common? All are signs that Christmas is just around the corner and that friendly folks and red kettles will once again be fixtures at local stores.

Since 2001, the Salvation Army has organized the annual Red Kettle Campaign in Cumberland County. The purpose of the campaign is to raise funds to provide for the un-met needs of neglected, abused and endangered children. Their ages may vary from newborns to toddlers to teens, but they all have one thing in common: they are all starting a new time in their lives.

If helping a child or even changing a young life could also be a blessing in your life, consider pledging an hour or two during this holiday season to ring a Salvation Army bell.

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Scrooge at the Cumberland County Playhouse B y Pat Robbennolt Signals contributor

A Review

Scrooge is indeed “a Dickens of a holiday threat”!

This “Christmas Carol” musical awaits you on the Main Stage of the Cumberland County Playhouse.

From the moment the overture bursts forth from Ron Murphy and his nine piece pit orchestra, through the finale, the energy and skill of this cast are astounding.

On opening night, we saw the children of Cast A. Chavin Medina as Tiny Tim pulled at our heartstrings. Other members of the A cast are Anya Riechers, Katey Dailey, Emery Smith, Levi Bailey, Ransom Velker, Cry-

atal-Marie Alberson and Terri Ritter. I hope to return to see the B cast with Sasha Villarus as Tiny Tim. Others in that cast are Sara Swafford, Anais Villaruz, Sophie Burnett, Liam Velker, Christian Velker, Ellie Burnett, Caitlin McMahan, Braxdon King and Rachel Marie Hatchett.

Jason Ross is astoundingly unpleasant at Ebenezer Scrooge. His solo exploiting in importance of “Money” reminds us of his particular value system. He further exponds his values in song telling us “I Hate People.”

John Dobbratz plays the long-suffering but ever affable Bob Cratchit.

Weslie Webster plays Mrs. Cratchit who tells us things as they really are for her family. There is little food, Tiny Tim must have medical attention to survive. It is a disgrace that Uncle Ebenezer is draining the life blood of the family. She is not about to drink to Scrooge as part of their family festivities.

The street scenes are creatively choreographed

by Leila Nelson.

Mingling among the holiday revelers are Jensen Crain (Bess), wine merchant (Jack Seville), Mr. and Mrs. Pringle (Mark and Cheron Stenson), Henrietta Hearty (Patty Payne), Butcher Bisset (Bob Cleeland), Punch and Judy man (Jonathan Linton), Tom

Jenkins (Michael Ruff), chestnut seller (Phil Powell), dancing doll (Darbi Banegas), school teacher (Bob Ochsenrider) and the chimney sweep (Blake Graham).

Daniel Black plays Scrooge’s deceased partner, Jacob Marley. Joined by several phantoms, he sings his advice to “Make the Most of This World.”

Scrooge is quick to affirm that “It’s Not My Fault.”

In the Fezziwigs’ warehouse we meet Cody Murphy as Mr. Fezziwig, Lauren Marshall as Mrs. Fezziwig and their party guests as they celebrate “December the 25th.”

Austin Price as nephew Ebenezer and Lindsey Mapes as Isabel are present seeking to define “Happiness” in song.

As director, Britt Hancock has brought his creatively to this familiar and well-loved story. He has encouraged Ross to depict Scrooge’s fear as palpable as he encounters the ghosts of Christmas, present, past and future.

Hancock himself appears as the towering “Christmas Present.”

What would a show at the Cumberland County Playhouse be without Carol Irvin? She is the ghost of Christmas Past.

Bob Cleeland brings us the uncertain Ghost of Christmas Future.

Is it possible for one to change, to start a new life? Scrooge sings of “Happiness” and “A Bet-

Wishing you a blessed Christmas and a joyous New Year

Special screenings of ‘JERUSALEM 3D’ play at IMAX December 26-28 Chattanooga, Tenn. – Jerusalem: sacred to half the people on earth; fought over more than any other place in history; conquered and destroyed, rebuilt and reinvented repeatedly over 5,000 years. Now, for the first-time ever, a new 3D giant screen film immerses audiences in a spectacular cinematic journey—soaring high above the Holy Land and plunging deep into the vibrant Old City—so they can experience as never before the iconic sites cherished by billions. The Tennessee Aquarium IMAX 3D Theater will offer special screenings of “JERUSALEM 3D” Dec. 26, 27 and 28, a captivating film that explores the intersection of history, religion and archaeology in this enigmatic city.

Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch (“Star Trek: Into Darkness,” PBS’s “Sherlock”), “JERUSALEM 3D” gives audiences a rare glimpse of the ancient, storied city, as well as exclusive access to iconic holy sites and little-known parts of the region—including the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Dome of the Rock, the Jordan River, the Sea of Galilee, and the mountain fortress of Masada.

“Through the unrivaled beauty, visceral nature and incredible technology of the giant screen format, you feel as if you are experiencing Jerusalem up-close and first-hand,” said Daniel Ferguson, the film’s writer/ director.

Ferguson and his team were granted special permission in the region’s strict no-fly zone, enabling them to capture the first-ever large format aerial images of the Old City and throughout the Holy Land.

Audiences will discover why this tiny piece of land is sacred to three major reli-

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Tens of thousands of Jewish pilgrims congregate at the Western Wall during Passover for the Birkat Kohanim, meaning “Priestly Blessing.” gions through the stories of Jewish, Christian and Muslim families who call Jerusalem home. They will also join renowned archaeologist Dr. Jodi Magness as she travels underground to solve some of this city’s

greatest mysteries and see why, after thousands of years, Jerusalem and the Holy Land continue to stir the imagination of billions of people.

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Nativity scenes at Fellowship Baptist Christmas used to be “Dashing through the snow in a one-horse open sleigh.” Now it seems to be dashing to the mall, fighting traffic, standing in long lines, spending too much money, attending too many parties, eating too much rich, calorie-laden food, sore feet, headaches, lack of sleep ... in other words, “Stress!”

When did it stop being fun?

Do you ever stop and ask yourself, “What is the meaning of all this?”

Well, if you need a break, if you want to refresh your memory of what Christmas is really all about, we invite you to visit the nativity collection set up in the library of Fellowship Baptist Church, 12 Westminster Court, Fairfield Glade.

Admission is free. Viewing hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to noon (CST) and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., during the entire

ter Life” as he reaches out to the very children and adults who have annoyed him. He affirms in song “I’ll Begin Again.” Will he? Can we begin again?

Is there meaning in this holiday season that has been obscured for us in the midst of shopping, holiday cards and the pressure to be joyful? Join me in doing a bit of pondering of your own life as you get reacquainted with “Scrooge, The Christmas Carol Musical.” Bring yourself and your guests of all ages. The show runs through Dec. 20.

Call 931-484-5000 for tickets. You will be glad you did.

month of December. If you are part of a church, school, ladies or other group who would like to come at a private viewing time, just call

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The collection is quite diverse, with nativities ranging from one inch to over

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Ring in the New Year with festive party ideas Although New Year’s Eve parties tend to be similar from year to year, hosts can explore the many ways to make their celebrations stand out from those of years past. This handy guide provides ideas to your get creative juices flowing.

•Establish a color palette. Many people equate New Year’s Eve with the gold and silver hues of champagne. However, you can use any festive color for your party. Use the same colors on everything from invitations to dinnerware to take-home favors.

•Encourage guest input.

Guests understand the cost of hosting and the amount of planning necessary to throw a festive party, and many will likely reach out to ask what they can do or bring. Figure out in advance which aspects of the party you want your guests to take care of so you have a ready answer when the inquiries start rolling in.

ors on the floor and ceil•Have the party catered. ing. Candles are another Unless you want to spend option for intimate affairs, the evening in and out of but should be avoided as the kitchen, invest in catera safety measure if you’re ing. Guests of a late party having a large crowd. won’t expect a three course •Set out New Year’s fill- meal. However, platters in-the-blank cards. Encour- of sandwiches, appetizers age guest participation with and other little munchies an entertaining idea. Print will fit the bill. Remember, out small cards that guests caterers may book up fast have to complete. Phrases this time of year, so be sure like, “The bad habit I want to reserve service well in to quit is ___” or “____ advance of your party. was the silliest thing I did •Create a specialty last year,” can be fun to do drink. In addition to toastand share. Guests can take ing champagne or sparturns guessing whose card See NEW YEAR page 16C is being read.

New Year’s Eve parties are a great way to reflect on the last year and look forward to a new one, and hosts can take steps to make their parties memorable for all the right reasons.

•Keep musical tastes in mind. A fun party usually includes an array of familiar songs and music that appeals to the masses.

When compiling a party playlist, choose songs guests are sure to know

and love. Mix these in with a few of your favorites. You can even ask guests to provide the names of three favorite songs when they RSVP. •Dim the lights. Bright lights can make guests feel

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• Continued from 13C molasses taste. Add it to your warm beverages such as coffee, tea, cappuccino or latte. Use in glazes, sauces and rubs for meat and poultry. It works wonderfully as a finishing sugar on muffins, cookies and other baked treats to give it that holiday shine.

• Stevia. This plantbased, zero-calorie sweetener hit the shelves in the U.S. in 2008. Works great in cold and warm beverages or in cooking and baking recipes. Stevia In The Raw has a Bakers Bag that measures like sugar, making it easy to reduce calories without tricky conversions. For recipes that require baking, in order to brown and rise, replace half of the total amount of sugar with stevia. For recipes that do not require baking, you can replace all added sugar with stevia.

• Raw honey. Raw honey is packed with natural enzymes, phytonutrients and minerals. It’s not recommended for baking, because it kills the enzymes and removes the nutritional benefits. Raw honey can be used in frostings and dressings. Store-shelf honey can be heated and used in place of sugar, in recipes like pumpkin bread and granola bars.

• Agave. This liquid sweetener is harvested from the core of the Mexican Blue Agave plant. It’s a delicious way to top pancakes, waffles, oatmeal or yogurt and works well to sweeten hot and cold drinks. It is also a good substitute for sugar in many baking recipes for its ability to brown and make baked goods moist. Consider Agave In The Raw, which is 100 percent organic, vegan and gluten free.

Agave is also low-glycemic.

• Molasses. Molasses provides an unmistakable

Add some variety to the classic sugar cookie with new sweetners now on grocery store shelves. flavor to traditional holiday recipes like molasses cookies, shoofly pie, gingerbread and gingersnap cookies. Molasses can add intense flavor to cookies, quick breads, muffins, or any baked good with aromatic spices like allspice or cloves.

• Monk fruit. This sweetener is fairly new to the U.S. market but has been used for centuries in Asia. It is a zero-calorie, sugar substitute with a delicious taste that can be used in any recipe that calls for sugar, and is ideal for people looking to cut added sugars without sacrificing taste. Like stevia, Monk Fruit In The Raw is also available in packets and a Bakers Bag with equal measurement to sugar. People will never know your sugar cookies have half the calories.

• Sugar. The tried and true holiday baking staple, Sugar In The Raw Organic White, is a 100 percent USDA organic certified, non-GMO verified, EcoSocial certified unbleached cane sugar. A more wholesome alternative to refined white sugar, it’s a great choice for your traditional holiday baked goods — and the environment.

Looking to make the perfect sugar cookie with fewer calories? Give this

recipe a try.

Sugar Cookie

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. salt 10 Tbsp. (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted sweet butter, softened 2/3 cup sugar 1 large egg plus 1 yolk at room temperature 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2/3 cup monk fruit 1/3 cup sugar in the raw, for decoration In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt, and set aside. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer on medium-high to beat the butter until fluffy, two minutes. Add the white sugar and beat until the mixture for three minutes.

Add the egg, then the yolk and vanilla, beating well between additions. Add the Monk Fruit and beat until just combined. Reduce speed to low and gradually add the dry ingredients, until the mixture is clumpy.

Stop blending and use a flexible spatula to complete

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Set the mood by turning off overhead lights, opting for ambient lighting instead.

For a fun effect, string holiday lights around the room or use a portable disco ball to spread sparkling colmixing the dough. Turn the dough out onto a counter and divide it in half. Shape each half into a log 6-inches long and 2-inches in diameter. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap. Chill the dough for at least two hours.

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Place the sugar in a small bowl. With a sharp, thin knife, cut each log into quarter-inch slices. If the logs have flattened on one side, use your fingers to gently shape the slices into rounds. One at a time, lightly press one side of the cookies into the Sugar In The Raw, then place it sugar-side up on the prepared cookie sheet, leaving 1 1/2-inches between cookies.

Bake on the center rack for 11-13 minutes, until the cookies are firm when pressed in the center and evenly pale gold in color.

Let the cookies rest for 1 minute on the baking sheet.

Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and cool completely. Keep tightly covered in a tin, for up to one week.

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Christmas tidbits to put you in the holiday spirit The holiday season has arrived, and millions of people across the globe will be celebrating Christmas with their families and friends.

The following are some interesting tidbits to share with your loved ones this holiday season.

•Each year, more than three billion Christmas cards are sent in the United States alone.

•In 350 AD, Pope Julius I, bishop of Rome, proclaimed December 25 the official celebration date for the birth of Jesus Christ.

Many historians and theologians have surmised that Christ really wasn’t born this time of year, thanks to imagery and information from the Bible.

•Christmas carols began as an English custom called “wassailing.” Individuals toasted neighbors to a long and healthy life.

•Despite the common tale that three wise men paid homage to baby Jesus, the Bible never specifically calls out a number. Similarly, there’s no specific indication that they visited the infant Jesus. Their visit may have occurred when Jesus was older.

•Santa Claus’ modern look was inspired by writings from The Knickerbockers of New York and imagery from Clement Clarke Moore’s “A Visit from St. Nicholas.” Moore denied authoring the famous poem for 15 years after it was published anonymously, feeling the poem was beneath his talents.

•Santa has his own official postal code. It’s H0 H0 H0.

•The song “Jingle Bells” was originally written for Thanksgiving and not

Santa Claus’ modern look was inspired by writings from The Knickerbockers of New York and imagery from Clement Clarke Moore’s “A Visit from St. Nicholas.”

Christmas. People loved it so much that the lyrics were changed to fit Christmas.

•Christmas trees typically grow for 15 years before they’re cut and sold.

This means the trees sold today were likely planted in 1999.

•Christmas was not declared an official holiday in the United States until June 26, 1870.

•Before turkey, the traditional Christmas meal served in England was a pig’s head and mustard.

•Male reindeer tend to shed their antlers in the winter. This means Santa’s reindeer are likely female.

•Christ may have been born in a cave rather than a manger. According to the gospel of Luke, the shepherds that helped find shelter for Mary to give birth kept their flock in a cave.

The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem is built over a cave called the Grotto of the Nativity, where Jesus is believed to have been born.

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more and drink less once the clock has struck midnight. Casseroles and other baked dishes are easy to make in advance and have on hand. A breakfast buffet of pancakes, toast and omelets also will fill guests up with something more substantial than chips and dips.

New Year’s Eve parties are a great way to reflect on the last year and look forward to a new one, and hosts can take steps to make their parties memorable for all the right reasons.

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Schedule time during December to reflect on the wonderful miracle, the awesome gift that the Christmas celebration represents. Any questions, call the church at 931-456-2525. Merry Christmas everyone!

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•Consider more substantial food after midnight.

Encourage guests to eat

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•Many people may be less inclined to stand under mistletoe waiting for a kiss if they knew what “mistletoe” means in the ancient Germanic language. It literally means “dung on a twig,” for the bird who eats the berries and then leaves seeds in droppings to propagate new plants.

•Each holiday season, PNC Wealth Management calculates the costs of the gifts in the song, “The 12 Days of Christmas.” The price index for the gifts went from $12,673 in 1984 to more than $24,000 in 2011. The most expensive gift is the swimming swans.

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