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Happy Spring!

Spring is just around the corner.

Spring represents new life and new beginnings. Maybe this would be a great time of year to try something new!

Check out our calendar on pages 10 & 11. You may find a new class to join, a fun place to visit, an upcoming event to participate in or something to see that you didn’t even know the Valley offered!

Have you noticed that we have some wonderful businesses in our publication? If you haven’t given them a call, why not stop by or set up an appointment today? Make sure you tell them you saw them in the Seniors’ Scoop!

By the way, make sure to read Bill’s Best Bites this month! Every month we feature a different restaurant in our local area. Bill will tell you some of their best menu items and what to expect when you dine at their delectable tables.

Try something new and live, laugh and love, dear friends!

Sarah Baker Publisher

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Tips to Writing the Perfect Card or Note Everyone loves to discover a handwritten card or note among a thick stack of mail. Regardless of how many electronic words we get bombarded with each day, the personal touch of a message written by hand remains a special gesture that never goes out of style. From choosing a card or stationery that reflects a personal style to accenting the letter with the right seal or stamp, every detail matters to underscore a thoughtful message. Stamps are often one of the first details noted by a letter recipient, so choosing a stamp such as the love-letter themed Sealed with Love Forever stamp from usps.com/ stamps or your local post office is perfect for the occasion.

Not sure what sentiment to write for the occasion? Here are a few ideas:

Notes of appreciation: Whether the recipient gave you a gift, hosted you for dinner or did a special favor, keep the message brief and sincere. Unexpected notes are always wonderful to receive.

Birthday cards: Celebrate one’s personal accomplishments in the past year and any special events planned in the next year ahead. That message may just be the best gift you can give.

Celebratory cards: When acknowledging the birth of a baby or the recent wedding of a friend or relative, pick a card they will want to save and treasure for years to come.

Remember, cards and notes are about letting another person know how much their friendship, gifts or presence means to you. Follow a simple formula, add a few personal touches and you will soon be writing cards with ease.

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Do you ever get a strong urge for some great Italian food? ME TOO! My favorite place to satisfy that urge is CIAO MAMBO, 234 E 2nd St in Whitefish, not only for their great Italian cuisine, but reasonable prices, great service, warm atmosphere & FUN! My pretty blonde & I were joined at Mambo’s for dinner by friends Dianne & Dave from Fortine, MT who also love to dine there. It’s a BUSY place and reservations are taken only for 8 or more, so the lovely hostess ‘Kacey’ told us it would be an hour wait. I said, “The aroma alone makes it worth the wait!” Leon gave us drinks menus and let me sample 2 beers. Within 30 minutes we were seated.

I love Mambo’s ‘antipasti freddi’ as an appetizer but instead we chose to share the ‘spinaci e lamponi’ (Spinach Salad with candied walnuts, mandarin oranges, tomato & gorgonzola with raspberry vinaigrette-$9.50) to try to save room for DESSERT! Our delightful & efficient waiter ‘Lindsay’ made us feel at home with plenty of fresh hot ciabatta bread.

While Mambo’s has superb Specialty & Brick Oven Pizzas, my entree choice from the ‘Mambo Classico’ menu was ‘papa biago’s bolognese’ (ribbon noodles, with homemade meat sauce baked with mozzarella in our brick oven-$13.25) It was hot & delicious! (add meatballs or sausage to any dish-$5.50) My pretty blonde selected the ‘gambari fra diavolo’ (grilled shrimp in a spicy roasted garlic marinara served with linguini, spicy or mild-$13.75) You should hear her say “MMMMmmm!” She also enjoyed it the next day for lunch as the serving was so ample.

Our friends both chose “house recommendations”... for her the ‘lasagne’ (our special meat sauce layered with sauteed spinach, ricotta & mozzarella cheese-$15.25) and he chose ‘saltimbocca di pollo’ (chicken cutlets, prosciutto, provolone, fresh sage & pine nuts in a sweet vermouth butter sauce, served with primavera vegetables & choice of pasta or polenta cakes-$23.75) This dish could serve TWO normal appetites, but Dave has never been accused of being “normal”, (jk) so he finished it all! They both loved their meals.

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The ‘dolci’ (dessert) menu all sounded so good with classics such as tiramisu & cannolis. It was very hard to choose, but we shared the ‘zeppolis’ (deep-fried pastry balls, piping hot & dusted with powdered sugar & choice of 2 dipping sauces-$6.25) YUUUMMM!! Dave had ‘spumoni’ (cherry, pistachio & chocolate italian ice cream-$5.25) and Dianne had the New York style italian cheese cake with raspberry sauce-$6.25). All were heavenly delicious!

Our overall Italian dining experience was outstanding from start to end! (“Mambo Magnifico!”) We all 4 highly recommend that YOU choose Ciao Mambo for a special occasion or when the “Italian urge” hits! Be sure to tell them you saw it in Seniors’ Scoop!

Call Ciao Mambo at 406-863-9600 or visit www.ciaomambo.com & www.facebook. com/ciaomambowhitefish.

See y’all next time! SPRING is just around the corner! YAY! Cheers & BlessZINGS! ~Bill McGuffie

Getting a Handle on Nonstick Cookware According to a recent survey from DuPont, more than two-thirds of home cooks choose nonstick pots and pans because they help families cook convenient and healthy meals that are easy to clean up. As families try out new recipes and pick fresh ingredients for their home-cooked meals, it’s a good idea to understand what cookware to look for when it’s time to buy something new.

Types of Nonstick Coatings: not all nonstick cookware coatings are equal. According to the Cookware Manufacturers Association (CMA), most quality nonstick cookware has a PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) finish. Brands such as DuPont™ Teflon® nonstick coatings have been developed with a variety of coatings which are reinforced to resist scratching and can come in up to three-coat finishes — which means greater durability and a longer life for your pan.

In lab tests, which simulated cooking in a home kitchen, traditional nonstick coatings lasted up to seven times longer than ceramic finishes.

Using Nonstick Cookware While there are few rules to using nonstick coated pots and pans, just like anything else in your kitchen, you can achieve the best results when you use proven techniques. When trying out new recipes, or simply revisiting an old favorite, it’s best to use medium or low heat. Then add food and lower the heat to cook at an even temperature.

With nonstick pans, cleanup is easy. Simply wash with hot, soapy water after each use; a sponge or dishcloth is usually all it takes to get the surface thoroughly clean. Many nonstick pans also are dishwasher-safe. Check the manufacturer’s guidelines before using a dishwasher. Cookware also should be stored carefully to prevent unnecessary wear and tear.

Source: DuPont

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A Delicious Approach to Weight Loss, Healthy Eating Weight loss tops the to-do list for many of us.

“Perhaps it’s not so surprising that weight loss is the No. 1 New Year’s resolution year after year,” said Rene Ficek, registered dietitian and nutrition expert for Seattle Sutton’s Healthy Eating (SSHE). And we know being overweight has far-reaching effects, often playing a role in the development of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, stroke and more. “Good intentions, like a New Year’s resolution, or setting a personal goal of losing 10 pounds in the next five months, are definitely a great start, but they need to be backed by a solid plan of how to accomplish them,” Ficek continued.

Delicious, Satisfying Options

Those looking for a more healthful approach to eating will love the variety of foods the plan offers. For example, how does a meal of spinach Florentine-filled jumbo shells, topped with savory tomato-pesto sauce and cheese, with a baby spinach salad and a wheat breadstick sound for dinner tonight? Or, how about a breakfast of baked French toast with fruit and nut topping, and a fresh vegetable fajita with a side of black beans for lunch?

Meals can be ordered online or via a toll free call. They are available for delivery nationwide and in some areas of the country, can be picked up at convenient retail locations. To learn Source: Seattle Sutton more, visit www.seattlesutton.com or call 1-800-442-3438.

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FEBRUARY

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EVENT CALENDAR

THE MUSEUM AT CENTRAL SCHOOL 406-752-8381 M-F, 10 am – 5 pm

FREE Opening Reception: Children’s Art Exhibition: Montana Wild and Wonderful Mar. 6, 5 – 7 pm

FREE Historic Film Club Mar. 25, 7 pm My Darling Clementine (’46)

Acrylics Unplugged Mar. 22 & 29, 12 – 4 pm, $70

FREE Historic Book Club Mar. 13, 6:30 pm “The Lady Rode Bucking Horses The Story of Fanny Sperry Steele” by Dee Marvine FREE Quilt Workshop Meet Mar. 5 & 19, 1 – 4 pm HOCKADAY MUSEUM OF ART TU - SA., 10 am – 5 pm Admission: Seniors/$4 Senior Tour & Tea Day Mar. 13, 10 am – 4 pm Free cookies & tea

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MIRACLE OF AMERICA MUSEUM – Polson (406)883-6804 FREE admission second Thursday of the month “Artist Dive to and Painting of the Titanic” Mar. 13 Video of nationally known artist, Roger Bansemer, journey to the Titanic and painting the infamous ship on the ocean floor while looking through a viewport of the dive vessel.

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EVENT CALENDAR WHITEFISH THEATRE COMPANY Call 862-5371 for tickets Lion, Witch & Wardrobe Through Mar. 9 KALISPELL SENIOR CENTER 257-1598 M-F, 9 am – 1 pm Exercise M, 9 a.m.

M,W,F 10 am Cribbage M 1 pm Pinochle TU & F, 1:30 pm Square Dance Class M, 6 pm Line Dance TH, 6 pm Basic Computer TU, 10–11 am TH, 10 am

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General Meeting & Potluck Mar. 27, 5 pm, $3 Contra Dance Call 261-2029 for date/time Square Dance Call 752-4964 for date/time Fas-n-8ers Square Dance Call 755-0037 for date/time KALISPELL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 758-2800 St. Patrick’s Day Parade Mar. 17, 4 pm, Main Street GLACIER SYMPHONY & CHORALE Call 407-7000 for tickets Symphony Soloist Spotlight with R. Carlos Nakai Mar. 13, 7:30 pm, $15 Masterworks Series Mar. 15 - 16

Art Class F, 12:30 – 2:30 pm Open Paint W, 12 pm Qi Gong W, 12 pm Bingo TH, 1 – 2:30 pm Be on the lookout for our future monthly issues for More Fun Events!

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Directory Listings

ASSISTED LIVING Bee Hive Homes of Columbia Falls 1660 13th St. West, Columbia Falls, 406.407.3253, beehivehomes.com The Springs at Whitefish 1001 River Lakes Pkwy, Whitefish, 406.862.6322 thespringsliving.com Timber Creek Village 375 Meadow Lake Blvd., Columbia Falls, 406.892.3400, timbercreekvillagecommunity.com Wel-Life at Kalispell 156 Three Mile Rd., Kalispell, 406.756.8688, wlkalispell.com AUTOMOTIVE Howie’s Tire & Alignment 6470 Highway 93 South, Whitefish, 406.862.6666, howiestire.com Howie’s Tire & Auto Care 33 3rd Ave E.N., Kalispell, 406.755.6662 Montana Auto Center 601 East Idaho, Kalispell, 406.752.5511, montanaautocenter.com

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The Good Car Company 1196 Hwy 2 E., Kalispell, 406.253.5998, goodcarskalispell.com CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Sarah Klingenberg 410 1st Ave W, Kalispell, MT 59901, 406.212.1909, gonsteaddr@hotmail.com DENTAL Glacier Denture Center 1340 Airport Road, Kalispell, MT 59901, 406.257.5283 Montana Periodontics 115 Commons Way Suite 101, Kalispell, 406.755.4722 Restorations Denture Studio 6 Sunset Plaza, Suite C, Kalispell, 406.752.3733 Rocky Mountain Dentures 1825 Hwy 93 South, Suite A, Kalispell, 406.752.1003 kalispelldentures.com

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HEALTH FOOD Mountain Valley Foods Organic Grocery 25 Commons Way, Kalispell, 406.756.1422 mvf@mountainvalleyfoods.com HEALTH SERVICES Frontier Hospice 29 2nd St. E., Kalispell, 406.755.4923 The Sleep Medicine Center 200 Commons Way, Lower Level, Kalispell, 406.752.1729 HOME HEALTH CARE A Plus Health Care 1310 S. Main St, Kalispell, 406.755.4968, aplushc.com Flathead County Home Health Agency 736 S. Main St., Kalispell, 406.751.6800, paradigm99@centurytel.net INSURANCE AGENCIES Best Insurance 175 Hutton Ranch Rd, Suite 113, Kalispell, 406.755.8888 LONG-TERM NURSING CARE Heritage Place 171 Heritage Way, Kalispell, 406.755.0800, heritagekalispell.com

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MASSAGE THERAPY Touch for Life 103 Ponderosa Ln. Kalispell, 406.270.3847, karen.l.rog@gmail.com Paula Rich Massage 20 Four Mile Dr, Suite 4, Kalispell, 406.249.6025, paulastanford@hotmail.com MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE Bailey Insurance 4 Meridian Court, Kalispell, 406.752.7676

L i s t i n g s

MEMORY CARE Edgewood Vista Assisted Living + Daycare Services 141 Interstate Lane, Kalispell, 406.755.3240, edgewoodvista.com Expressions Memory Care Home 240 Hidden Meadow Lane, Columbia Falls, 406.897.1017, expressionssmch.com

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The Springs at Whitefish 1001 River Lakes Pkwy, Whitefish, 406.862.6322 thespringsliving.com PHARMACIES Evergreen Compounding Pharmacy 2141 U.S. Hwy 2 East #300, Kalispell, 406.257.2083 evergreencompoundingpharmacy.com PHYSICAL THERAPY Professional Therapy Associates 1234 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell, 406.756.7878, ptflathead.com REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS NoDoubt Land Company @ Chuck Olson RE 241 Main Street, Kalispell, 406.257.6638 theresnodoubt.com & chuckolsonrealestate.com West Venture Properties, LLC 17 1st Ave East, Kalispell, 406.751.5600, westventureproperties.com RESTAURANTS Café Max Soup Company 20 Commons Way, Kalispell, 406.257.7687, cafemaxsoupmt.com

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Café Max Soup Company 6475 Hwy 93 S, Whitefish, 406.270.9840, cafemaxsoupmt.com Cislo’s Family Restaurant 2046 Hwy 2 East, Kalispell, 406.756.7330 RETAIL Gold Rush Pawn Company 1353 Hwy 2 East, Kalispell, 406.257.7296 (PAWN), goldrushpawn.com The Shops at Station 8 38 Hwy 2 East, Columbia Falls, 406.892.1123, station8antiques.com SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING VilJoya Independent Living 119 5th Avenue West, Kalispell, 406.755.2287, info@viljoya.com

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Long-Term Care Costs 101 Calculating Expenses, Determining How to Pay for It There are important realities every American must know about long-term care. Long-term care is more expensive than most people think. And, most importantly, the cost of care is usually paid for out of savings and income.

About 70 percent of people turning 65 can expect to need some kind of longterm care as they age. A number of public programs, including Medicare and Medicaid, may help pay for some long-term care services under certain circumstances.

However, each program has specific rules about what services are covered, how long you can receive benefits, whether or not you qualify for benefits, and how much you have to pay in out-of-pocket costs. To accurately plan for your long-term care needs, it is very important to know the facts about what may or may not be covered.

Medicare focuses on acute care costs

Medicare covers medically necessary care and focuses on medical acute care, such as doctor visits, drugs and hospital stays. If very specific conditions are met, Medicare will help pay for all or a portion of a short stay in a skilled nursing facility, hospice care or home health care. Medicare does not cover custodial long-term care services.

Medicaid only available if income and assets are low enough

Medicaid is a joint federal and state government program that helps people with low income and assets pay for some or all of their health care bills. It covers medical care, long-term care services in nursing homes and long-term care services provided at home. Rules about who is eligible for Medicaid benefits and what services are covered are based on federal requirements, but states have considerable leeway in how they operate their programs.

Paying out-of-pocket for care

If you have enough income and savings, you will need to pay for long-term care services on your own, from your incomes, savings and, possibly, the equity in your home. Many people believe wrongly the medical insurance or disability insurance they currently have will pay for all or much of their long-term care. In general, health insurance covers only very limited and specific types of long-term care. Disability policies serve to replace income and, as such, do not cover long-term care at all.

Long-term care insurance is designed to cover long-term services and supports. Policies reimburse policyholders a daily amount (up to a pre-selected limit) for services to assist them with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing or eating. You can then select a range of care options and benefits that allow you to get the services you need, where you need them. If you are in poor health or already receiving long-term care services, you may not qualify for long-term care insurance.

Source: Administration for Community Living

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HER DANCE CARD IS FULL

By Jill Seigmund Shirley Templeton and Roslyn “Roz” Kristoffersen were born just two years apart, Shirley in 1928 and Roz in 1930. By the time Roz was four years old, the world had fallen in love with the little girl with the blonde curls. Roz’s mother got caught up in the craze, and when her daughter was just four years old, she enrolled her in dance lessons.

Long story short, we have more to thank Shirley Temple for than good movies and a tasty drink involving pomegranate juice. We can also thank her for inspiring the 80-year dancing career of a woman who has shared her love of dance with the Flathead Valley for more than 30 years.

Roz began teaching people of all ages to dance in the Flathead Valley in 1983 through Flathead Valley Community College’s Continuing Education department. Since then she estimates that she has instructed more than 10,000 people in styles ranging from jitterbug to salsa, two-step to triple two-step, and waltz to ballroom.

She has taught in venues all over the valley, from the Remington Bar in Whitefish to the Sons of Norway in Kalispell. She has prepared countless engaged couples to dance at their weddings, and interestingly, has inspired quite a few engagements herself. Over the years, her dance classes have brought together more than 14 couples that eventually got married.

The odds of meeting your future spouse in one of Roz’s classes might be better than those of Match.com!

Roz celebrated her 84th birthday last month, and her dance card is still full.

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found leading seniors in line dancing every Thursday, except the last one of the month, at the Kalispell Senior Center from 6 to 8 p.m. Anyone can join the fun at the Senior Center for just $1. And she still offers private lessons for those desiring more one-on-one attention.

For more information about Roz’s dance classes, call Flathead Valley Community College at 756-3832, the Kalispell Senior Center at 257-1598, or Roz herself at 752-8724. Cha, cha, cha!

Routine Eye Exams Could Save More Than Your Sight

Regular eye exams are crucial to more than just good vision. They can also aid in early detection of health problems, such as diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. This is possible because the eye is a unique window into one’s overall health.

There are several different eye conditions and diseases your eye doctor will be looking for during an exam, including but not limited to the following:

Diabetic Eye Disease: This disease occurs when diabetes damages the tiny blood vessels inside the retina. It is the most common cause of blindness.

Dry Eye: This occurs when the eye does not produce tears properly. It can make it difficult to perform some activities, including reading or using a computer for an extended period of time.

Age-Related Macular Degeneration: The disease causes dim images or black holes at the center of vision. AMD rarely causes complete blindness, but there is currently no cure.

While annual eye exams are critical to your overall health routine, if you’re among the 50 million households in the United States without access to vision insurance, it’s tempting to forgo when cost is an issue. Now, affordable vision plans are available directly to the consumer from VSP Vision Care, the nation’s only not-for-profit vision care company.

To find out more, visit www.vspdirectplans.com.

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Source: VSP Vision Care

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Tips to Support a Healthy Lifestyle Re-energize Your Wellness Routine

If the decadent dishes and busy schedules of the holiday season have set back your efforts towards a healthy lifestyle, fear not. With the right plan in place, it’s easy to get back on track, re-energized and refocused for the year ahead. Shorter days and colder weather may seem to heighten the desire to indulge in comfort foods, just as much as it can lessen the motivation to take part in physical activity, like hitting the gym or taking an afternoon stroll.

Health expert, author and registered dietitian, Patricia Bannan, shares a few simple changes to help re-charge your routine and get excited, no matter what the thermometer reads outside: Set realistic expectations If you haven’t been running in months and plan to jump on the treadmill tomorrow, it’s important to take your new workout in stride. Having high aspirations for your health is a wonderful thing, but there’s nothing wrong with starting small. Setting achievable goals – such as jogging or walking for a certain amount of time each day – will help to keep you working toward the goal of running a10K in the long term.

Buddy up By now you’ve likely commiserated with friends about the lapse in your health and wellness goals.

This is the perfect opportunity to ask someone to partner up in your healthy pursuits. Ask friends, family, neighbors or co-workers if they are interested in joining a gym, taking a boot camp class, or participating in a healthy cooking course.

Supply your body with quality nutrition Beyond getting in your required fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, healthy fats and whole grains through a balanced diet, taking a high quality supplement can help bridge any nutrient gaps and help you get what your body may be lacking. Bannan recommends Adult Gummies Energy‡ B12 from Nature Made®, the #1 pharmacist recommended brand of letter vitamins.1 Vitamin B12 supports cellular energy production by helping the body convert food into energy, and gummies offer an enjoyable way to take your vitamins.† Swap out ingredients Healthier alternatives exist for all of your favorite dishes. If you crave a hearty bowl of chili, switch out ground beef for a leaner variety of ground turkey. Use whole-grain pasta in your favorite Italian dishes or whole-grain breads for sandwiches. These changes are small, but can have a big impact on your overall nutrition when put into practice.

By incorporating a few of these simple tips into your daily wellness routine, you’ll be on the path to a healthier new you. For more information, visit www.naturemade.com.

1 Based on US News & World Report - Pharmacy Times Survey ‡Vitamin B12 supports cellular energy production in the body.†

Source: Nature Made

†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Make Baby’s Birthday a Smash For many parents and grandparents, a baby’s first birthday celebration wouldn’t be complete without a messy, hands-on cake tasting. To make baby’s birthday festivities extra special, Betty Crocker has created a collection of pint-sized, first birthday smash cake recipes designed to catch baby’s eyes – and hands – on their big day.

Cutout Cake Prep time: 45 minutes Total time: 2 hours Yield: 20 servings 1 1

box Betty Crocker SuperMoist cake mix (any flavor) Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box container Betty Crocker Whipped fluffy white frosting Green food color

Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease bottom only of 8-by-4-inch loaf pan with shortening or cooking spray, and place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, until smooth. Place 1 3/4 cups batter into loaf pan.

Spoon remaining batter into muffin cups.

Bake loaf cake 35 to 40 minutes and cupcakes 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. For easier handling, refrigerate or freeze loaf cake 30 to 60 minutes or until firm.

Stir together 1/2 cup frosting and green food color to desired color. Spoon green frosting into decorating bag fitted with small round tip; set aside.

Trim rounded top off loaf cake. Place loaf cake cut side down on plate. Trim cake into number one shape using template as guide. Frost sides and top of cake with white frosting. Pipe green frosting into stripes on cake. Use remaining frosting to frost cupcakes. Source: Betty Crocker

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Chase Away Winter Chills with Meals From Your Pantry

There’s nothing quite like a hearty, homemade meal to help warm up those cold winter nights. And with a well-stocked pantry – or “Cantry” – delicious meals, like Turkey Green Bean Chili and HomeStyle Chicken Pot Pie, are just a few cans away. Because cans lock in foods’ freshness and nutrition, stocking up on staples like canned tomatoes, green beans, peas and canned chicken means that you have access to wholesome ingredients all winter long.

Home-Style Chicken Pot Pie

Prep time: Under 15 minutes Cook time: 55 minutes Serves: 4 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 1/2 cup diced onion 1/2 cup diced potato 1 (8.5-ounce) can peas and carrots, drained 1/4 cup sliced celery 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of chicken soup 1 (10-ounce) can VALLEY FRESH Chunk Chicken, drained 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crumbled 1/4 teaspoon ground sage 1/8 teaspoon white pepper 1 (15-ounce) box refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts) Heat oven to 400°F. In large saucepan, melt butter. Add onion, potato, peas and carrots and celery; sauté 5 minutes. In bowl, combine soup, chicken, rosemary, sage and white pepper; stir into vegetables.

Unfold 1 pie crust; fit into 9-inch pie plate. Fill with chicken mixture; cover with second pie crust.

Trim crust if needed; press edge with fork. Brush top crust with egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water) to create glossy crust, if desired. Bake pie 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Bake 25 minutes longer. Cover crust with aluminum foil to prevent browning. Bake 15 minutes more.

Source: Can Manufacturers Institute

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