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4 bone-in pork chops (3/4 inch thick; about 2 pounds total) Kosher salt and black pepper 2 peaches, cut into wedges 1 small red onion, cut into thin wedges 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

Apple Crisp Serves 8 to 10 3⁄4 cup cashew flour 1⁄4 cup coconut flour 3 tablespoons arrowroot flour 1⁄4 cup maple sugar 1⁄4 cup coconut sugar 1⁄4 teaspoon fine sea salt 1⁄2 cup chilled ghee, or palm shortening 1⁄2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 3 pounds baking apples Finely grated zest of 1 orange Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1⁄4 cup pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1⁄4 teaspoon ground allspice Whipped cream (dairy or non-dairy), optional

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to get overheated or emoving leaves from the yard is a task that risk hypothermia from homeowners must perform sweating in chilly temps. each fall. Thousands upon thousands of leaves can drop • Pay attention to your posture while from a single tree. Multiply raking. James that by the number of trees on Weinstein, chairman a property, and it’s no surprise of the Department of the task of leaf cleanup Orthopedics at Dartmouth can seem so daunting. Medical School, Furthermore, not all leaves are shed at the same time, so recommends forming a several cleanup sessions may wide base with the feet be necessary before the last and holding the rake leaf is banished from the yard. slightly toward the end Just like removing snow, of the handle with one leaf cleanup can be a taxing hand three-quarters of job if done by hand. For the way down the handle people unaccustomed to from the other. Do not exercise, cleaning up leaves twist the spine; move your can turn into quite a workout. entire body. Switch sides According to the Discovery periodically. Health Calorie Counter, raking leaves for one hour can burn • Do not try to rake or blow nearly 292 calories. Raking leaves on windy days. leaves is considered moderate Wind will only make physical activity, similar to the task that much more brisk walking. Those who find difficult, which could lead themselves straining or out of to overworking oneself. breath should take a break, • Avoid overfilling bags. For and these tips also make the those who plan to mulch job safer and easier. and bag leaves, remember • Wear layers when that compressed leaves cleaning up leaves. It can get heavy pretty may be cool at first, but quickly. Do not over-fill it’s easy to work up a bags, as they can be hard sweat after raking for to move or bring to a awhile. Layers can be recycling center. peeled off so as not

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Key West: Where the Road Ends and Paradise Begins By Kerry Mastrobuoni

ome destinations impress us with their beauty; others win us over with their food, culture, and people. For me, Key West checks all those boxes. I keep returning, drawn by the turquoise water, colorful characters, and carefree spirit that seems to exist nowhere else quite like it. Key West isn’t just a destination. It’s a feeling. Getting there is part of the adventure. You can fly directly into Key West International Airport, but I recommend making the drive from Miami at least once. The Overseas Highway carries you across a string of islands, with spectacular blue water stretching in every direction. Along the way, we stumbled upon Robert Is Here in Homestead, a legendary fruit stand that began in 1959 when a six-year-old boy named Robert sold cucumbers beside the road. Today, it’s famous for exotic fruits, local honey, tropical milkshakes and a petting zoo with live music. www.longislandmediagroup.com

Further along, stop at Robbie’s Marina in Islamorada where you can hand-feed the enormous tarpon gathered beneath the dock. It’s unforgettable entertainment, but watch those fingers! We learned that lesson the hard way. Arriving in Key West feels like entering another world. This tiny island, just four miles long and one mile wide, is actually closer to Cuba than Miami. Its history was shaped by shipwreck salvagers, Cuban cigar makers, fishermen, and free spirits. It also became a haven for writers. Ernest Hemingway found inspiration here in the 1930s, and you can tour his former home, now famous for its colony of six-toed cats. Playwright Tennessee Williams made the island his longtime home, while one of my favorite poets, Robert Frost, also spent time here in the winter months. Perhaps they were all drawn to the tropical light and warm sanctuary that make Key West so unforgettable.

As you wander the narrow streets, admire the pastelcolored conch houses, lush gardens, and inviting porches. And watch where you walk! Roosters roam freely, strutting through traffic as if they own the place. In Key West, apparently, they have the right of way! Great food is another part of the island’s personality. Latitudes on Sunset Key offers spectacular waterfront views and an elegant atmosphere. Louie’s Backyard is another favorite of mine, serving oceanfront dining with Caribbeaninspired flavors. Hot Tin Roof offers sophisticated cuisine overlooking the historic harbor. For something more casual, seek out neighborhood bars where conversation flows as freely as the drinks. After dinner, the energy ramps up along famous Duval Street. We always stop at Irish Kevin’s, where live music, hilarious performers, and audience participation make it impossible not to join the fun. This little island certainly knows how to entertain you!

Don’t spend your entire visit on land. Getting out on the water is a must! Explore the backcountry by boat, cruise past mangrove islands, or anchor at a beautiful sandbar. There’s nothing like stepping into crystalclear shallows, swimming in the warm water, and soaking up the sunshine surrounded by all the natural beauty. Key West is history, humor, incredible food, and wonderful people wrapped in tropical sunshine. What more could you ask for? Somehow, no matter how many times I visit, my compass always points me back to Key West. I’d love to hear from you! Share your travel tips, ideas and inspiration at Kerryscompass@ longislandmediagroup.com. Always let your compass lead you somewhere worth remembering.

No visit is complete without the Sunset Celebration at Mallory Square, where artists, musicians, and street performers gather each evening to watch the sun sink into the Gulf.

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lack Friday is one of Make a list of the people for the busiest and most whom you will be shopping profitable shopping and some ideas of what to days of the entire year. give each individual. This According to DemandSage will enable you to look out and National Public Radio, for particular deals on these American consumers spent items. a record $10.8 billion on • Compare prices ahead online Black Friday shopping of time. It’s important to in 2024. Around $61 billion know how much items cost in total sales (both online and across different retailers in-person) were made over before Black Friday arrives the Black Friday and Cyber to understand their true Monday weekend. Consumers value. This will enable you can land great deals on the to determine if a Black day after Thanksgiving, which Friday sale really is a means individuals who hone bargain or if it’s possible their Black Friday shopping to get a better price at a skills can reap considerable different time. Smartphone rewards. The following tips apps like BuyVia, Shopkick can help shoppers master and Shopular let you scan Black Friday. barcodes to compare prices and more. • Set a budget. Even though • Shop online early. NPR says Black Friday may feature there has been a shift from some hard-to-beat deals, it’s traditional in-store shopping wise to determine how much to online platforms for Black you can afford to spend Friday. Many deals now before you begin shopping. begin on Thanksgiving or Shopping beyond your even earlier and fall under means, even if the prices the Black Friday promotion. are low, can exact a Start shopping at home to financial toll. avoid large crowds and • Make a list of recipients. www.longislandmediagroup.com

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Shopping smart on Black Friday comes down to employing some savvy financial strategies.

What is Plaid Friday?

Consumers are urged to shop locally as much as possible, as local merchants provide distinctive benefits over larger retailers, such as specialized products and superior customer service. Plaid Friday is one such day when communities strongly encourage residents to patronize local businesses. Plaid Friday occurs on the day after Thanksgiving. Many people recognize it as Black Friday, but Plaid Friday focuses on a relaxed and enjoyable shopping experience that emphasizes community and the creativity of local businesses as opposed to the hectic pace of traditional Black Friday shopping. Plaid Friday originated in Oakland in 2009, when it was presented as an alternative to the frenzy of Black Friday. The “plaid” in the name symbolizes the weaving together of small businesses and individuals to form an interconnected community fabric.

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Thanksgiving dinner table can be a sight to behold. For foodies and others who love the array of comfort foods on display come the second Monday in October (in Canada) or the fourth Thursday in November (in the United States), Thanksgiving is a day to circle on the calendar each year. While a mouthwatering turkey and sides like mashed potatoes and stuffing garner the bulk of the attention on Thanksgiving, the dessert table also can be a tempting place to direct one’s eyes. Though no dessert is off limits on Thanksgiving, pie is a particularly popular option on Turkey Day. With that in mind, those tasked with crafting something for dessert this Thanksgiving can consider the following recipe for “Pecan Pie” courtesy of Lines+Angle

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Spread pecans along the bottom of the prepared pie shell. 3. In a large bowl, mix the remaining ingredients and pour over pecans. The pecans will rise to the surface of the pie. 4. Bake for 60 to 65 minutes until the filling has set. Pie is done when the center reaches 200 F. Pie center when lightly tapped should spring back. Remove pie from oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours. Serve. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour, 5 minutes Cooling time: 2 hours Total time: 3 hours, 20 minutes

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You also can draw a face on the wood ball with permanent markers. Pipe cleaner garland Kids can make festive garland to hang on the tree with something as simple as pipe cleaners. The pipe cleaners can be bent into circles or other shapes and linked together. Any extras can be turned into bows to use on presents. Customized Christmas stockings Kids can personalize their own stocking with some craft supplies. Provide a plain burlap or felt stocking and various decorations, including ribbon, pom poms, trim, cut-outs, stickers, and more. Fabric glue or another sturdy adhesive will keep all the items in place.

Holiday Crafts For Kids

any people celebrate the holiday season, but perhaps no people enjoy this festive time of year as much as young children. Kids’ eager eyes cannot wait to see homes transformed into winter wonderlands, and kids anxiously count down the days until they can tear into mountains of presents. The weeks leading up to the holidays are among the most exciting of the year. When looking to wrangle kids’ nervous holiday season energy, simple crafts are great at keeping little ones busy while parents tackle holiday responsibilities. These crafty projects can serve as new family traditions or a way to increase the number of holiday keepsakes. Here are several holiday craft ideas that the young (and young at heart) can enjoy, courtesy of Good

Housekeeping, Women’s Day party store to purchase gold and Chalk Academy. or silver paper plates. Also, pick up wooden balls for the Popsicle stick trees face, wood dowels, glue, What would a kids’ craft be and ribbon. Pipe cleaners if it didn’t include popsicle can be bent into a halo, too. sticks? Cut colorful (or Cut a V shape out of what handpainted) popsicle sticks will serve as the top of the into pieces that gradually angel, and the bottom left get smaller to mimic the and right sides. This will triangle taper of a Christmas make wing and skirt shapes tree. Glue each cut piece to from the plate. Glue the an intact, vertical popsicle dowel to the ball, and then stick, leaving a little space attach to the back of the between “boughs.” Attach cut plate. Add the halo and a star on the top of the tree, ribbon around the neck and and glue on rhinestones or any other embellishments. metallic accents for some bling. A loop of ribbon or jute rope is the finishing touch glued on to the top so these adorable trees can be hung on the actual Christmas tree.

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Bird feeder wreath This idea blends crafting, science and a love of nature. Kids can place sliced fruit, berries, small sprigs of rosemary, and nuts into a bundt cake tray filled with water. Freeze the tray overnight. Then release the ice wreath and hang outside to add a festive touch and bring winter wildlife to the yard. Holiday craft projects are a great way to keep little ones busy while parents tend to holiday planning and other seasonal tasks.

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ood is foremost on the minds of Thanksgiving guests. While food is a big deal on just about every holiday, the meal really takes center stage on Thanksgiving. Although turkey can be a delicious main course, many Thanksgiving diners might admit they anticipate the side dishes more than the turkey. Potatoes, soups, salads and dinner rolls are all competing for space on the Thanksgiving table and can be equally tasty. However, perhaps no side dish is more synonymous with Thanksgiving than stuffing. Though stuffing is sometimes cooked inside the turkey, while others prefer to prepare it in a casserole dish. There’s no shortage of ways to prepare stuffing, and adventurous types might enjoy this recipe for “Stuffin’ Muffins” courtesy of “Lord Honey Traditional Southern Recipes With a Country Bling Twist” (Pelican Publishing) by Chef Jason Smith. In this recipe, stuffing is baked in muffin tins for the perfect portion you can sink your teeth right into.

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 F. Butter a 12-hole muffin tin. In a large skillet, crumble the sausage and cook until halfway done. Add the onions, mushrooms and butter. Cook until tender. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread and the sausage mixture. Add salt and pepper. Add the sage, onion powder, parmesan cheese, eggs, and broth. Mix with hands until all ingredients are moist but hold together.

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