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CREATIVE DIRECTOR Maegan Saalwaechter

CONTRIBUTORS Holly McCutchan Will Drews

Our November issue is all about lifestyle comfort – from tips for the kitchen this holiday season to hiking and preparing your garden.

While 2020 has caused social gathering challenges we offer safe ways to entertain outdoors heading into those cold weather months.

Wr i t e r W y a t t S q u i re s d i s c u s s e d t h e Newburgh Area Food Pantry with Leslie Grimm, who shares ways for community members to volunteer and give back locally. For those who are staying close to home, this edition also covers ideas for virtually volunteering.

And, if you weren’t hungry before looking through Newburgh Magazine this month, you surely are now! Our pie cover teases a list of mouth-watering pie recipes – see pages 26-27 for more!

As we begin our countdown to the end of 2020, I invite the community to share story ideas, news tips or feedback with us. You can contact me directly at newburghmagazine@ gmail.com I look forward to connecting with you!

I wish everyone a wonderful start to this holiday season.

Sincerely,

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November 2020

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GARDENING

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SHOP SMALL

Soil and Water Conservation Districts give advice for planting perennials

Five ways to make gift cards more personal

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HIKING

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COMMUNITY

Hike safely through Indiana’s scenic views and trails

Newburgh Area Food Pantry offers support during holiday season

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LIFESTYLE

18

HOME

Résumé tips for job hunting during the pandemic

Kitchen tools that every person should have in their cabinets, drawers

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HEALTH

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FOOD

Spot your pets allergies and identify triggers to find the best solution

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the time is right for

PERENNIALS WRITERS: HOLLY MCCUTCHAN, WARRICK SWCD AND WILL DREWS, KNOX SWCD Are you ready to plant flowers in the fall? Most people think of fall planting as counterintuitive because this time of year flowers are becoming dormant, but now is the best time to plant perennials to ensure success the following year. Autumn provides cooler temperatures and less fluctuations than spring minimizing water loss and temperature stress to the new plant. Also, the fall usually provides routine precipitation, which translates into less watering and maintenance.

Fall planting allows the roots of perennials to establish themselves over the winter months. All perennials use these storage reser ves to get ready for their spring awakening. In herbaceous plants, this occurs in underground tubers and rhizomes. In woody vegetation, the reserves are in the roots and in the woody stems that are above ground. This added reserve and root development allow these fall plants to have a jump start over spring plantings. Autumn is also a great time to plant your trees and shrubs for the same reasons.

Any time you plant perennials in the fall, it is recommended to give the plant additional protection for the onset of winter by mulching the plant. Mulch regulates the temperature and the moisture level of the roots. Be cautious though to not place mulch directly on the stem of the plant or to use the ‘volcano’ method of mounding mulch near the plant/tree and then tapering off. An even amount of mulch around the entire root system is the correct way to apply the mulch. When mulch is mounded at the base of a plant/tree it can retain too much moisture, causing the roots, bark and cambium to rot.

There are some warnings for fall planting: 1. Watch for the first frost date. You want to plant one month before this date so for Warrick County, early October is a great time to plant.

2. Do not plant seeds. In Southern Indiana we tend to have variable conditions and could cause seeds to sprout and then be killed by frost/freeze events. This is also true for pollinator seed mixes. Wait until late winter/early spring to plant seeds for better results. Don’t forget that Warrick County Soil and Water Conservation District has cost share monies through an Alcoa grant to offset increasing native plants and pollinators to your property. For more information, contact us at 812-897-2840.

Not only is the success of perennials and trees higher for fall plantings, gardeners can also find great prices for these plants. Many nurseries and box stores are getting rid of their inventory for winter, which means good deals for you!

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O’BANNON WOODS STATE PARK 1 hour 32 minutes Nestled along the Ohio River lies O’Bannon Woods State Park. Here you will find the National Natural Landmark Wyandotte Caves, which offers both easy and rugged tours. Bike and hiking trails are plentiful for experienced and beginners.

TURKEY RUN STATE PARK 2 hours 48 minutes

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You will find sandstone bedrock within Turkey

camp overnight or simply keep their energy up on long hikes. Trail mix tends to be high in calories and full of protein, making it an ideal, easily packed food to bring along on a hiking trip.

DON’T GO IT ALONE Solo hiking can be a great way to connect with nature, but it’s always best to hike remote areas with at least one other person. Hiking in pairs ensures someone is there to seek help if a hiker is injured and rendered immobile while out on

Run that dates back as far as 225 mllion years

Many people have rediscovered the great

ago. Among thetrails and tributaries the park

outdoors in the wake of the COVID-19

includes an inn, restuarant, amphitheater,

outbreak. Remote hiking trails provide perfect

LET OTHERS KNOW YOUR WHEREABOUTS

swimming pool, planetarium and more!

opportunities to experience the wonder of

If going on a solo hike or even with a partner,

nature while social distancing, but it’s imperative

share your location and intended hiking route

that hikers take certain precautionary measures

with a loved one who is not coming along for

on such excursions in order to stay safe.

the hike. Let this person know when you intend

SHADES STATE PARK 2 hours 57 minutes The sandstone bedrock formation creates conditions for multiple springs on the property.

the trails.

to return and that you will call them when you

This park is a favorite for hikers and canoeists.

PACK EXTRA CLOTHING

safely make it back to your vehicle. If the call

Pine Hills Nature Preserve offers spectacular

Extra clothing is vital on a remote hiking

never comes, your loved one can then alert

topography for those willing to navigate a fairly

excursion for a number of reasons. Some extra

the appropriate authorities and share detailed

long hike.

socks, a wind- and rain-resistant jacket and an

information about where you are hiking.

MOUNDS STATE PARK 3 hours 30 minutes Here you will discover the 10 unique earthworks constructed by the prehistoric Indians knows as the Adena-Hopewell people.

It’s believed the mounds date back to 160 B.C. After soaking in the history you can enjoy the trails and pool.

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extra pullover can help hikers stay warm and dry if the weather changes while they’re hiking

BRING MAPS

and trying to return to their vehicles. In addition,

Pack a road map showing the way to the trail

extra clothing can help hikers stay warm if they

and a map of the park itself. Remote areas

suffer an injury while hiking and need to camp

may not have the best internet connections,

overnight once the sun goes down.

rendering car GPS systems useless. And a printed map of the park can help hikers reduce

PACK EXTRA FOOD

their risk of getting lost once inside the park.

Extra food and water is just as vital when hiking

Pick up or order a map of the park in the days

remote areas as extra clothing. Extra food can

prior to your trip. Don’t wait until you arrive at

make emergency situations more manageable,

the park to get a map, as the park may not have

helping people avoid hunger if they need to

any on hand.

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TIME TO UPDATE YOUR RÉSUMÉ words and phrases.

CONTRIBUTED WRITER The economy has struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic, and many people are concerned by what the future may bring, particularly regarding their careers. Some fields may continue to scale back while others may increase operations. There is much uncertainty for those looking for new work or considering changing jobs. Even though the coronavirus may slow down the process of hiring and make it even more competitive, job seekers must avoid the notion that they should throw in the towel and try to wait out the lull. Many people have found new jobs during the pandemic, and these strategies can help men and women do just that.

UPDATE YOUR RÉSUMÉ Many people may think that résumé writing is a “one and done” process, but that’s not the case. The Balance: Careers says a résumé should be updated and tweaked each time a person applies for a position. Keep a generalized outline for your résumé, but be sure to modify your skills and accomplishments as they pertain to the specific job for which you’re applying. In many instances, a functional résumé format, which emphasizes skills over linear job experience, is a good choice because it can gloss over gaps in the résumé or frequent job changes. Remember to fill the résumé with the same verbiage used in the job posting. If scanning software is used to cull résumés for key words, yours will have the right

UPDATE SOCIAL MEDIA If you use a social media application like LinkedIn, Plaxo or Jobster to network, be sure to keep your profile current. It also may be helpful to join industry networking groups and organizations at this time, as they may have an ongoing aggregator of job openings in particular fields.

RESEARCH THE INDUSTRY While travel, hospitality and event planning have been hit hard due to COVID-19, other industries like online shopping, delivery, healthcare, grocery stores, cleaning services, and more, have experienced growth.

Many industries also have revamped operations and may need a consultant or expert to help them change over their business formats. Do not assume that the pandemic has stalled all job prospects.

PREPARE FOR REMOTE INTERVIEWS Even after businesses have reopened, remote interviews will likely be the norm. Set up an interview spot in your home with good lighting, a neutral background, limited distractions, and a desirable camera angle.

Practice being inter viewed digitally. Master various meeting applications by downloading necessary software in advance so that technical difficulties will not derail the process. The interviewer sees only your background, so utilize a paper or whiteboard in front of you with notes or talking points.

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ENTERTAINING IN COLDER WEATHER CONTRIBUTED WRITER Upon the arrival of cold weather, people tend to move indoors and limit their time spent in the elements. For those who live in places where there are restrictions placed on indoor entertaining and gatherings, it may be challenging to find ways to spend time safely together as temperatures drop.

The COVID-19 virus as well as other respiratory viruses are spread from person to person through respiratory droplets released into the air while coughing, talking or sneezing, states the Mayo Clinic.

A person is more likely to inhale these droplets from an infected person while indoors, especially when they’re in close contact with that person. When outdoors, there is a lower risk of contraction.

Outdoor entertaining in winter may be challenging, especially in regard to keeping everyone warm.

The following are some solutions that can help people stay warm and have fun outside.

INVEST IN FIRE PITS Fire pits are an affordable way to heat a patio or another outdoor area. They can be great places for friends and family to gather around and enjoy special occasions. They’re readily available from garden centers and home improvement retailers at a variety of price points. Permanent fire pits can be built by a homeowner or professionally built by masonry experts.

INSTALL AN OUTDOOR FIREPLACE A step up from a fire pit, outdoor fireplaces not only add warmth, but also improve the ambiance and value of an outdoor entertaining area. Set up outdoor furniture right next to an outdoor fireplace and you have a cozy alternative living room where everyone can gather.

EXPLORE OUTDOOR HEATING SYSTEMS Few things are more effective at warming up outdoor entertaining areas than patio heaters and infrared heaters. These devices are far more effective than average fire pits or fireplaces. One or two heaters will be enough to keep a large entertaining area warm.

KEEP COZY OPTIONS AVAILABLE Guests should dress warmly, but having a basket of throw blankets, scarves and parkas available for extra warmth while mingling is helpful. Use outdoor rugs to insulate from the cold from the ground up.

SERVE HEARTY FOODS AND BEVERAGES Stews, chilis, soups, and other hot foods can help guests warm themselves up from the inside out.

Warmed cider, hot chocolate and mulled wines also can be served to help people stay warm.

GET MOVING Incorporate activities that encourage guests to move around and stay warm. Beanbag tosses, dancing and even sports like flag football can keep guests’ blood flowing.

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ALLERGIES SYMPTOMS OF PETS WITH

A N D W H AT ’ S B E H I N D T H E M

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Allergies can var y in severity and cause various symptoms. According to the Mayo Clinic, allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance by producing antibodies. These antibodies identify a particular allergen as harmful, even when it isn’t. Allergies can cause reactions in the skin, breathing passages and digestive system.

Thousands of people experience allergies to foods, pets and environmental factors. Pets also can be susceptible to allergies. Allergies can be found in cats and dogs, according to PetMD. They also may be present in other animals. People who notice their companion animals scratching, chewing or licking themselves more than normal may find their pets have allergies. Some pets may experience gastrointestinal issues as well.

The pet care information site Pet Cube says common allergens for pets can include: • pollen from trees, grass and weeds • food ingredients • dust mites • prescription medications • fleas • flea/tick control products • cleaning products

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While their human friends may get runny noses or coughs from allergies, symptoms of allergies in cats and dogs tend to take the form of skin irritation, otherwise known as allergic dermatitis. Pet parents should look for the presence of red and irritated skin, hair loss, hot spots, and rashes or hives, in addition to extensive itching or obsessive licking.

Flea allergies are one of the most common sources of allergies for pets. The bite of just one or two fleas per week is enough to cause a reaction. A pet gnawing just at the base of the tail may be suffering from fleas, although other areas may be affected, advises PetMD. Seasonal and environmental allergies or allergies to foods can result in face rubbing and licking, especially the paws. Skin or ear infections also may occur.

Pets also may be allergic to one another. According to veterinarian Dr. Robert Trimble, co-founder of the San Francisco-based Fuzzy Pet Health, says he’s heard of dogs being allergic to cats and vice versa.

The American Kennel Club urges pet parents to seek help if their pets seem to be itchy all the time. Allowing a pet to scratch or lick for extended periods of time may lead to skin infections with bacteria or yeast. While all allergies cannot be tested, elimination diets and other techniques may help pinpoint sources of allergies. It is essential to speak with a vet to determine how to relieve allergies to help pets feel more comfortable.

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Word-of-mouth is vital to small businesses at any time, and can be especially valuable as these companies try to overcome the challenges posed by the COVID-19 outbreak. Holiday shoppers can share their experiences with local businesses via social media. Share information about the lengths local small businesses have gone to in regard to safety measures, order fulfillment and their delivery and pickup efforts. Such sharing may compel neighbors and friends to follow your lead and provide vital support to local businesses in need this holiday season.

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SMALL BUSINESSES CONTRIBUTED WRITER

Millions of small businesses bore the brunt of the economic impact this year. According to the National Bureau of Economic Research, the number of active business owners decreased by 22 percent from February to April 2020. A Brookings analysis of Opportunity Insights Economic Tracker data found that, compared to January 2020, small businesses in North Dakota, Washington, D.C. and Hawaii experienced a 60 percent decline in revenue between mid-March and mid-May. In the wake of such challenges, many small businesses have been forced to shutter. For those that have managed to stay afloat, the upcoming holiday season could prove vital to their survival.

Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving and marks the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping season. It’s a day when consumer spending annually reaches into the billions of dollars. For example, Adobe Analytics reported that Black Friday shoppers spent a record $7.4 billion in 2019.

Capitalizing on Black Friday in 2020 can help small businesses generate a substantial amount of revenue in a year that has been chock full of financial challenges.

When in doubt while holiday shopping, go with a gift card. Gift cards provide a convenient way to ensure people of all ages ultimately get something special.

According to a 2016 survey by the gift card sales tool CardCash, gift cards are a $127 billion market that keeps growing. Physical gift cards have been growing at an annual rate of 6 percent, but digital gift cards are growing at an annual rate of 200 percent. The financial resource The Motley Fool indicates that, during the 2018 holiday shopping season, people buying gift cards purchased roughly four cards each, with an average value of $45 per card.

Gift cards take the guesswork out of holiday shopping, and such cards are easily shipped or even emailed to loved ones. Many people enjoy the convenience of storing digital gift card information on their phones. That’s a significant benefit during the 2020 holiday season, when delivery times are expected to be lengthy. Gift cards to local businesses simplify holiday shopping, support small businesses and help shoppers avoid potential delivery delays.

Even though gift cards are any easy option, like giving cash, they may seem like impersonal gifts. However, gift givers can explore these ways to add a personal touch to the gift card.

MAKE YOUR OWN GIFT CARD Companies including Visa® and Mastercard® enable gift-givers to personalize cards with their own photos. Shoppers also can choose from predesign galleries to present a card that has a little more flair. The gift cards can then be tied to specific occasions or holidays.

CHOOSE A LOCAL STORE Rather than buying the first gift card you see, select a card for a specific store your loved one likes. For example, if he or she is a coffee connoisseur, a gift card to The Refinery may be perfect. If she is in need of stylish clothes or accessories a JO+CO e-gift card would be the perfect selection.

WRAP IT IN A UNIQUE WAY Don’t just give the gift card in its prepackaged envelope; spruce it up or find a unique way to wrap it. After all, that will make the gift card a gift within a gift. Find a small gift box and wrap the gift card as you would any other gift. Or make it even more exciting by designing a scavenger hunt with clues on where to find the hidden gift card.

ASSEMBLE A GIFT BASKET Add a few extra treats to a basket with the gift card that ties into a theme. If the gift card is for a boating or fishing retailer, place tackle, a floating key ring or a dry storage bag in the gift basket.

ADD A SWEET MESSAGE Attach a greeting card and share a few sentiments about why the gift card was chosen. This will help make the gift more personal and show that time was taken to select the item.

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“Anyone with time who would like to spend one day or one morning or a month, we would be glad to have them. The community has been amazingly generous.”

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Residents receive community support during holiday season This holiday season we can put the spirit of the holidays to work to benefit others in our community.

With the pandemic leading the U.S. Centers for Disease Control to issue guidance that instructs people to limit travel and to only have small family dinners, many members of the community — particularly elderly individuals who are most at risk for the virus — may be alone for Thanksgiving. In addition, there may be some in the community struggling to find the funds for a Thanksgiving meal after being jobless as a result of the pandemic.

Leslie Grimm, of the Newburgh Area Food Pantry, said the average age of those being served through the pantry is in the 55 and higher range. She said those individuals may be struggling to keep work due to quarantine or may be struggling to make ends meet on a fixed income.

Grimm said many of those individuals will likely be alone for Thanksgiving dinner.

This November, the pantry will again give each individual a turkey and the option to also receive pumpkin, mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes and other traditional Thanksgiving meal items, Grimm said.

She said the undertaking is possible thanks to the support the pantry receives from the community.

Grimm said the community has been supportive throughout the pandemic donating items and money to the pantry. She said a lot of individuals have switched to donating monetarily due to concerns with the pandemic, but people can still donate items.

Grimm said baking ingredients have been in demand and the pantry

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will need to stock up for Thanksgiving. Items can be donated during the pantry’s open hours or can be dropped off at Mother Teresa’s Treasures next door.

Plus, Grimm said the pantry is always accepting of individuals who would like to volunteer at the pantry. She said volunteers can help for an hour or for a week.

“Anyone with time who would like to spend one day or one morning or a month, we would be glad to have them,” she said. “The community has been amazingly generous.”

Grimm said the pantry has been open to the public since the beginning of the pandemic. She said some community members thought the pantry was closed as a result of the parking lot being blocked off when the pantry is closed, but they have worked to continue to serve those in need even when items were brought to the door of vehicles to minimize contact.

Newburgh Area Food Pantry, located in Newburgh on the St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish property and sharing the building with Mother Teresa’s Treasures, has been serving the community since 1970 since it was first established with the Epworth United Methodist Church.

Individuals being served at the pantry must prove that they live in Newburgh or Yankeetown and meet some income eligibility guidelines.

Individuals are entitled to come every 30 days, at which time they can shop with a volunteer or take pre-bagged food the pantry puts together.

For information, visit the pantry’s website at www.sjbnewburgh.org/ Newburgh-Area-Food-Pantry.

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TOOLS EXPERIENCED AND NEW COOKS

S H O U L D H AV E T H E S E H A N D Y K I T C H E N T O O L S T O H AV E AVA I L A B L E CONTRIBUTED WRITER

Cooking meals is advantageous for a variety of reasons. Cooking at home is a budget-friendly way to feed a family, and home chefs have strict control over the ingredients they use, which can make it easier to adhere to a particular diet and avoid foods that may trigger allergic reactions. Cooking at home also enables families to spend time together preparing meals and then eating the fruits of their labor.

Of course, preparing quality recipes at home requires not only having nutritious ingredients on hand, but also the right tools for meal-making. A combination of basic utensils and some other handy gadgets can make crafting winning meals that much easier. Here’s how to stock your cabinets and drawers accordingly.

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CHEF’S KNIFE

PREP BOWLS

CAST IRON SKILLET

A quality chef’s knife is one of the

It’s important to own mixing bowls.

One of the more versatile pans is

unsung tools of the kitchen. Chef’s

Regular bowls aren’t typically large

cast iron. It heats evenly to high

knives can be used for chopping,

or deep enough. Purchase ones that

temperatures and retains heat for a

dicing and generalized cutting.

are metal or glass since they’re less

long time. Cast iron also goes easily

Choose a knife that feels comfortable

pourous than plastic which will result

from stove top to oven. Be sure to

in your hand. It should be easy to

in fewer to no stains. Also buy a set

care for these pans properly to help

control and not too heavy but also

with a variety of sizes for glazes,

them last a lifetime.

sturdy.

sauces, mixing and tossing.

SLOW COOKER

KITCHEN SHEARS

FOOD PROCESSOR

This appliance is ideal for cooking

Kitchen shears are useful for snipping

Grind up foods or chop them easily

meals slowly. They’re easily set in the

herbs or trimming fats from meat and

with a food processor. You can

morning and can be returned to in

heavy duty shears can cut through

invest in a separate appliance or a

the evening for a fully cooked meal.

bones.

multipurpose blender.

SILICONE SPATULAS

VARIOUS SPATULAS

SPOONS AND LADLES

These tools make easy work

Invest in metal spatulas of various

Having a variety of spoons and ladles

of scraping down the sides of

sizes to make easy work of flipping

at the ready can simplify scooping

mixing bowls or cleaning out food

everything from burgers to pancakes.

and stirring.

NONSTICK SKILLET

AIR FRYER

FOOD THERMOMETER

These pans are ideal for scrambling

One of the newer gadgets on the

Foodborne illnesses are no joke.

eggs or making pan-fried dishes.

market, air fryers cook by circulating

That means it’s essential to have

Look for ceramic coatings, which are

hot air around food. They create the

a thermometer for checking the

better for your health than chemical

texture and taste of deep-fried foods

internal temperature of poultry and

coatings.

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CHICKEN PREP TERS POIN

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CONTRIBUTED WRITER Chicken is a versatile food that can be found on menus at restaurants across the globe. Whether it’s stuffed chicken on the menu at an Italian restaurant or a spicy chicken dish from a local Indian eatery, chicken can be served in an assortment of ways.

Many people have found themselves cooking at home more than ever before, and the versatility of chicken has made it a go-to on home menus. People thrust into cooking duties despite little or no previous culinar y experience should know that chicken can be cooked in a variety of ways and goes well with myriad side dishes. That makes chicken an ideal item to consider when planning meals for yourself and/or your family.

Millions of people across the globe eat chicken without incident every day. However, the threat of food poisoning is there when cooking chicken, so it’s wise for home cooks to take a few precautionary measures when making meals with chicken.

THAW FROZEN CHICKEN CORRECTLY It can be tempting to take chicken out of the freezer and leave it on the counter to thaw in the hours before dinnertime. But that’s potentially very dangerous. The United States Department of Agriculture notes that strains of bacteria such as salmonella and E. coli can be found on raw chicken. These bacteria thrive at room temperature, leaving you and others vulnerable to foodborne illnesses. When thawing frozen chicken, place the chicken in the refrigerator in a sealable plastic bag. Chicken also can be thawed in a microwave, but the online medical resource Healthline notes that chicken that has thawed in a microwave must be cooked immediately afterward to kill

any bacteria.

BE CAREFUL WHEN RINSING CHICKEN WITH WATER The Australian Chicken Meat Federation notes that rinsing uncooked chicken with water can lead to contamination if chicken juices and any accompanying bacteria are splashed into the sink or onto surrounding surfaces, such as countertops. If you rinse chicken with water, make sure the water is running low to reduce splashing, and clean any areas that may have been contaminated, including the sink, immediately afterward.

CLEAN ALL SURFACES THAT COME INTO CONTACT WITH RAW CHICKEN Even if you don’t rinse chicken with water, all surfaces that have come into contact with raw chicken should be cleaned immediately.

WebMD advises using hot, soapy water to clean surfaces that have or may have come into contact with raw chicken or chicken juices.

CONFIRM CHICKEN IS THOROUGHLY COOKED WebMD notes that chicken can be checked for doneness by cutting a slit into the thickest part of the chicken piece to see if it is cooked through. Juices from cooked chicken run clear, not pink. If the juice or meat is pink, the chicken needs further cooking.

DON’T BASTE WITH YOUR MARINADE If you’re marinating chicken prior to cooking it, discard the marinade once you remove the raw chicken from it. Raw chicken marinade may contain bacteria that can make people sick, so never baste cooking chicken with the same marinade you used when the chicken was raw.

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VOLUNTEERING T H E R E A R E W AY S T O H E L P T H E C O M M U N I T Y W I T H O U T E V E R L E AV I N G Y O U R O W N H O M E CONTRIBUTED WRITER Volunteerism is the life blood of charitable organizations. Many cannot function effectively without volunteers campaigning for their efforts, handling day-to-day activities and serving in many other essential capacities.

During the pandemic, nonprofit organizations have been affected by social distancing recommendations. It’s challenging to lend a helping hand when those hands may inadvertently be passing on a potentially dangerous illness.

Social distancing and other restrictions instituted in response to the global pandemic do not have to stifle volunteer efforts.

The internet can be a gateway to volunteer opportunities — many of which can be handled virtually from the safety of home.

Organizations like Goodwill, the United Nations and even AARP offer online volunteering opportunities. Resources such as Volunteer Match also can connect interested parties with organizations that have virtual volunteer options. The following are a few additional ways to become a virtual volunteer.

MANAGE SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS Charitable organizations recognize the importance of a social media presence, so prospective volunteers can offer to help nonprofits keep their social media accounts updated and viable.

ASSIST THOSE WITHOUT SIGHT Volunteers with Be My Eyes can provide impor tant assistance to blind or low-vision individuals. Virtual video calls enable volunteers to communicate with people directly and provide help.

TYPING SERVICES Offer to type out or create newsletters, brochures and other materials for local churches and organizations.

Always make sure to run spellcheck.

DESIGN AND BUILD WEBSITES Organizations may have trouble finding time to keep their websites updated with the latest information. Writers may be needed to keep blogs current, while coders can improve sites and make them more secure.

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OFFER TUTORING OR TEACHING Virtual learning has become the new norm in many different school districts. Parents who may need assistance with children adapting to remote learning can benefit from quality educators willing to lend their time and skill sets.

ASSIST CALL CENTERS People may have various questions and needs in a time of crisis. Volunteers can be used in retail call centers, online therapy lifelines and even school of fices.

Remote technology enables calls to be parsed out and answered by volunteers working from home.

TRANSLATE EMAILS AND PHONE CALLS Translators are always in demand in an increasingly global society. Bilingual men and women can volunteer as translators so their favorite charitable organizations can effectively overcome any language barriers that may exist between their staffs and the people they’re trying to help.

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PHOTOS BY: WYATT SQUIRES

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Whether with family or at home, these snack rounds are delicious, versatile and will go great with tea, hot chocolate or a morning coffee. This recipe features cinnamon and raisins, but substitute in apples instead of raisins or switch it up with cranberries and orange rind for a number of delicious treat options. These are great to freeze.

Allow rounds to thaw and then place into the toaster oven for the maximum experience.

Wyatt’s Honey Oat Snack Rounds INGREDIENTS • 1 packet of Active Dry Yeast • ¼ cup of oats • ¼ cup of honey • ½ tsp of salt • 1 ½ cups of warm water • 2 cups of all purpose flour • 1 ¼ cups of wheat flour • 1 cup of raisins • 1 TBSP of cinnamon

DIRECTIONS 1. In a large bowl, add oats, honey, salt, yeast and warm water.

Stir once and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes. The mixture should be foamy when ready.

2. While waiting mix together cinnamon and raisins in a small bowl. The raisins should be fully coated by the cinnamon with little cinnamon left in the bottom of the bowl.

3. Slowly add flour while stirring to ensure all flour is mixed in.

This can be done with a stand mixer on low or by hand.

4. Just as the mixture forms into dough, add in cinnamon raisins making sure to incorporate the raisins into the dough.

5. Once raisins are incorporated, turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes as one large ball of dough.

6. After kneading, place the dough into an oiled bowl and cover with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap for one hour.

7. Pour the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a 10 inch by 12-inch square. Use a pizza cutter or long knife to cut a grid of 2-inch squares. Form each portion into a round and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet.

8. Let the rounds sit for another 30 minutes, covered.

9. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

10. Flatten rounds before baking if desired. Bake for 15 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown.

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SWEETENED WRITERS: CONTRIBUTED & MAEGAN SAALWAECHTER

PHOTO BY: MAEGAN SAALWAECHTER

Cer tain foods are synonymous with particular holidays or times of year. For example, few people can imagine celebrating Valentine’s Day without ample supplies of chocolate on hand.

And what summer barbecue is complete without grilled hot dogs and hamburgers? While these foods and others are musthaves during certain times of the year, that doesn’t mean they cannot be enjoyed whenever a craving arises.

Apples, and particularly apple pie, are a staple of many holiday season celebrations. But apple pie is just as delicious in March, April, May, etc., as it is during the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. That’s especially true when the apples are fresh.

Whether yours is a seasonal or non-seasonal craving for apple pie, be sure to satisfy it with this recipe for “French Apple Pie” from Mollie Cox Br yan’s “Mrs. Rowe’s Little Book of Southern Pies” (Ten Speed Press).

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French Apple Pie

Plain Pie Pastry

Makes one 9-inch pie

Makes two 9-inch pie crusts

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS

Raisin Filling

2 cups all-purpose flour

2⁄3 cup raisins

1 teaspoon salt

6 tablespoons water

2⁄3 cup vegetable shortening

1⁄2 teaspoon lemon juice

5 to 7 tablespoons cold milk

1⁄4 cup light corn syrup 11⁄2 teaspoons all-purpose flour 11⁄2 teaspoons sugar

Apple Filling 2 apples (preferably a tart variety) 1⁄4 cup brown sugar 1⁄2 cup sugar 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 11⁄2 teaspoons cornstarch

Icing 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon butter, softened

DIRECTIONS 1. To make the raisin filling, combine the raisins, water and lemon juice in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally until the raisins are plump, about 15 minutes.

DIRECTIONS 1. Sift the flour and salt into a bowl. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender until it is the size of small peas. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the milk over part of the flour mixture. Gently toss with a fork and push to the side of the bowl. Sprinkle another tablespoon of milk over another dry part, toss with a fork and push to the side of the bowl. Repeat with the remaining milk until all of the flour mixture is moistened.

2. Press the dough together to form 2 equal balls, then flatten into disks. Roll out the crusts right away, or wrap the dough tightly, smoothing out any little wrinkles or air pockets and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball to a thickness of 1⁄8 inch. Use a light touch and handle the dough as little as possible.

Mini Apple Pies Makes 12 individual pies UTENSILS Must use standard 12-ct muffin pan

INGREDIENTS Apple Filling 2 apples (preferably a tart variety)

2. Separately, combine the corn syrup, flour and sugar and mix well, then add to the raisins and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool until the mixture is just warm, about 10 to 15 minutes.

1⁄4 cup brown sugar

3. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Line a 9-inch pie plate with 1 rolledout crust.

11⁄2 teaspoons cornstarch

4. Peel the apples, cut them into thin wedges, and put them in a large bowl. Separately, combine the sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch, then add to the apples and gently stir until evenly mixed.

5. Spread the apple mixture in the crust in an even layer, then spread the raisin filling evenly over the apples. Brush the rim of the crust with water, cover with the second rolled-out crust, seal and flute or crimp the edges, and cut a steam vent in the center.

6. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours, until completely cool.

7. To make the icing, combine the sugar and water and mix well.

Add the butter and mix until smooth. Brush over the top of the cooled pie before serving.

1⁄2 cup sugar 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

DIRECTIONS 1. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F. 2. Cut twelve 3.5 inch circles from the pie crusts. They should nestle into the muffin pan up to the edge and not over. Combine and reroll dough as needed.

3. Peel and chop apples into small pieces and put them in a large bowl. Separately, combine the sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch, then add to the apples and gently stir until evenly mixed.

4. Use any leftover crust to decorate the tops.

5. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

6. Top with ice cream, caramel or other toppings and serve.

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SIMPLY

SMOKED

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Plan for longer cooking time this Thanksgiving CONTRIBUTED WRITER Thanks in large part to a global pandemic that has lasted for much of 2020, Thanksgiving figures to be celebrated a little differently this year than in years past. Family gatherings may not be as large and highways may not be as heavily trafficked as they are on what is normally one of the year’s biggest weekends for travel.

In addition to smaller gatherings, many families may opt to host Thanksgiving dinner outdoors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the COVID-19 virus spreads very easily through person-to-person contact, and the risk of spreading the virus is even greater when spending time indoors with other people.

As a result, some families are planning to host Thanksgiving dinner outdoors on their patios or decks this year. That decision has prompted some to consider different ways of cooking their Thanksgiving turkeys, including smoking. Smoking has long been associated with cooking foods like brisket at home, but smokers also can be used to make delicious Thanksgiving turkeys. Thanksgiving hosts who want to smoke their turkeys outdoors this year are urged to take a few trial runs and watch

some online tutorials before trying their hand at smoking.

Smoking relies heavily on controlling temperatures, which can fluctuate dramatically and quickly inside a smoker. As a result, smoking a turkey may require simple but frequent adjustments to dampers so the temperature inside can remain steady at around 225 F. Hosts who suspect they will be busy hosting or preparing side dishes on Thanksgiving may want to cook their turkeys in more traditional ways, such as baking the bird in the oven.

Those who can devote the time to controlling the temperature on their smokers also should know that the turkey will take much longer to cook in a smoker than in an oven.

According to the online grilling resource Heygrillhey.com, cooks should plan to smoke their turkeys at 225 F for approximately 30 minutes per pound. That means smoking a 15-pound turkey will require at least 7.5 hours cooking time. That’s a significant factor to consider for people who want to host Thanksgiving dinner outdoors this year.

In order to avoid serving smoked turkey after the sun has gone down and temperatures have dipped, Thanksgiving hosts may need to wake up especially early and fire up their smokers around the break of dawn if not earlier.

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