Cedar Valley Home & Garden - Winter 2012

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Holiday house

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family matters

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Classic, comfy Tudor gets fresh, youthful facelift

VICTORIAN GRANDEUR

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New home revives classic Queen Anne architecture

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Holiday traditions in vintage farmhouse

entertaining & food

graphic & Ad designer Amanda Hansen

Guide to easy party planning

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Open house appetizers

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contributors Brandon Pollock, photographer Matthew Putney, photographer

Stress-free party bites

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Colorpalette A fresh look at favorite Christmas colors — red & green Dark green speaks to deep forests and tradition. In home interiors, “going green” means that these shades fit comfortably into any color scheme or design style, whether it’s a lodge look, a restful bedroom retreat or polished sophisticate’s apartment.

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› Deep greens work well in dens and family rooms. It’s a perennial favorite paired with navy and red in plaids, but solid greens can create a warm atmosphere on walls and underfoot as carpeting or the field of an area rug. › Medium to dark greens lend a prosperous air to entry areas and living rooms (the color of money!). A large room wears dark green well, but it also works to balance small spaces. › Lighting can be tricky — dark colors absorb light. Go for a combination of direct and indirect lighting, uplights and natural light. › Accessories, such as artwork, can break up the dark color. Showcase interesting furniture and striking fabrics.

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Roycroft Bottle Green Sherwin Williams

This living room has an elegant air grounded by deep and rich green walls.

Roycroft Bottle Green/Sherwin Williams, top. This bedroom, above, is sophisticated and restful. The color is Sherwin Williams Cocoon.

Preceding page: The lodge look has an apres ski, casual air. Colors are from Behr: Pine Cone Pass T13-16, Timber Town T13-17, Ski Patrol T13-18, Gnome Green T13-19, Folk Song T13-20.

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This master bedroom is surprisingly calm in oxblood because it’s more accessible than bright red.

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| elements / color palette | It’s the latest red leaping off the runway and into living rooms.

Some see it as a deep red with splashes of purple and blue, nearing burgundy or berry. Others see it injected with chocolate brown and closer to the color of, well, blood. It’s everywhere in fashion this season, from chunky waffle scarves to shiny leather dresses, as dark as a plum lipstick and as light as a sheer merlot.

Oxblood

When it comes to oxblood interiors, a little goes a long way.

Dark red is like spice — it accentuates and gives balance. It may not be the main ingredient. › Use oxblood in small, intimate spaces such as home offices, libraries or small dining rooms. It provides a great backdrop for collected objects or books and can be surprisingly soothing in a bedroom. › Start with accessories such as porcelain lamps, textured throw pillows or an accent chair. › For those with more conservative tastes, oxblood is more accessible than bright red. The hints of brown or cranberry give it a more traditional tone, especially with a matte finish (see Farrow and Ball’s Picture Gallery Red paint as an example).

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Q&A with Sabrina Soto Text | Melody Parker Sabrina Soto is one of HGTV’s most popular personalities.

Her shows include “The High Low Project” and “Get It Sold,” and audiences love her knack for creating beautiful spaces on a tight budget. She’s guest-hosted numerous HGTV specials, appeared on such shows as “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” and “Rachael Ray,” and has been featured in Elle Decor, InStyle and Better Homes and Gardens.

We interviewed the interior designer on the publication of her first book, “Home Design,” a layer-by-layer approach to turning ideas into the home of your dreams. She outlines a template for home design by taking readers step-by-step on an easy-to-follow roadmap to design.

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CVHG: What’s the biggest challenge people confront in creating the rooms they want?

Soto: They’re overwhelmed. Watching a home decorating show on TV or reading a design magazine or book, they’re motivated to make a change. They get to a store and are overwhelmed by the selections. You see them pick up one thing, walk around with it, then leave without buying anything. Mixing and matching colors and styles is confusing, and they worry about whether they’ll like something when they get it home.

Color can be a stumbling block, and furniture arranging, too, especially when someone has lived in a house for a long time, they don’t see any other way of placing the sofa or using chairs.

CVHG: What can people do when they’re stuck?

Soto: Get inspired by looking at other rooms in magazines, on TV, on Pinterest. Study your room.

Figure out what’s staying and what’s going.

How do you want the room to feel, how should it look? What are your needs in that room?

Take things out. That chair may look better in the foyer. Pull in that table from the family room. Have some patience, too. Take your time to get the best deals. Shop the sales, bargain hunt, check out second-hand stores. You’ll find pieces that can be reclaimed with paint, fabric, elbow grease. Redoing a room doesn’t have to break the bank.

Figure out a new furniture arrangement, if possible. People tend to push everything against the walls. I like to pull furniture out into the room and float it. Make sure you have 36 inches of clearance between pieces for traffic. Give it a day to sink in — people tend not to like what they’re not used to, at first.

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Soto: A room can look OK when it’s put together, but looks fantastic with the right accessories. A huge statement-making piece like artwork can inspire every other piece in the room. It can be the starting point of the room’s design.

Don’t use a bunch of little things because it’s too cluttered. Use large pieces but fewer of them. I like accessories in odd numbers, and playing with height and textures, such as a collection of vases in different sizes, colors and finishes.

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CVHG: What’s your own home like?

Soto: I lived in Washington, D.C., in a 1940s Cape Cod, very traditional. When I moved to New York City, it was into a very modern apartment. A lot of friends were shocked. It’s very minimal and modern. It has gorgeous windows and a view, and I didn’t want to take away from it. It’s casual, not stark.

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Animal prints rule when it comes to adding interest

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ake a walk on the wild side.

Animal prints are sophisticated, classic and fun — and play well with any decorating style.

It’s a look with staying power, said Julie Meyers of Decorating Den in Waverly. She loves working the prints into her room designs.

“Almost any home can benefit from an animal print touch here or there. Animal prints are most effective and pleasing to the eye when they provide just a splash in the room, rather than shouting out loud that they are the main theme,” she explained.

Look for cheetah, leopard, zebra, giraffe and other animal prints in finishes and upholstery on accent pieces from furniture and rugs to artwork and lamps.

“Find one or a few pieces in a print or style that makes you smile, and then let them shine by building a room full of supporting neutral colors and interesting textures around those items,” Meyers suggested.

Vintage-inspired lion and rhino illustrations from Restoration Hardware.

Faux zebra nesting tables with lacquered tops from Hooker Furniture, $560 for set, Home Interiors, Cedar Falls.

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Snuggle in style with a throw

Sweater-y cable knits, textural weaves, rich faux furs ... this fall, throws are showing up in all the retailers’ collections.

Basically small couch blankets, throws set the stage for comfy days spent on a comfy chair cocooned in a comfy — well, you get the idea.

What makes a throw a must-have is its wrapability. It shouldn’t be too weighty, and should have a soft, pliant feel. Today’s woolens and blends are very different from the scratchy, itchy, heavier versions of the past. And the new synthetics are a tactile wonderland of supple, velvety plushness. In a great color that coordinates with your furniture, a snuggly throw is a functional, stylish accessory.

Elaine Griffin, a contributing design editor to Better Homes & Gardens, recommends restraint when using this decorative element. “Solid colors and discreet patterns add style to living rooms and dens; leave the boldly striped and patterned throws for across the foot of your bed or in children’s spaces,” she advises.

But she also encourages a little color play.

“Throws are guilt-free occasions to indulge in the season’s trendiest colors,” she says. If you can’t commit to a burgundy or citron wall, consider a throw in those hues.

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What to do when you’re expecting ...

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Does the merry and bright holiday season begin to dim a bit when overnight guests arrive with luggage, children and pets in tow?

Add a few thoughtful touches so your guests will feel welcome.

1 Often the guest room doubles as a home office or storage. Clear out clutter and clean the room. Provide space and hangers in the closet. A folding luggage rack is handy.

2 Freshen cast-off furniture (which usually finds a home here) with a coat of paint. Disguise old seat cushions with slipcovers or a yard of fabric. (Can’t sew? Use duct tape in a pinch; make sure it can’t be seen from the top or sides.)

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3 Lie in the bed to find out if sleeps comfortably or like a park bench.

Turn over and rotate the mattress; purchase a new mattress topper to give it new life. New pillows, freshly laundered sheets and an extra blanket finishes the bed.

4 Fresh flowers or pretty holiday arrangement, are a welcome touch.

5 Other amenities include a clock-radio, bath towels and a selection of scented and unscented soaps. Stock the bathroom with necessities.

6 If young children are visiting, put away breakables and valuable objects. Fill a basket with toys, puzzles, board games and a deck of cards.

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7 Leave a small basket of goodies in the room for late-night snackers or tell your guests to help themselves to the fridge (stock up on easy-to-eat fruit, etc.) Or offer homemade cookies and hot chocolate before bed.

No other room in the house needs equal parts physical and visual comfort. Candice Olson’s “Bedrooms” ($19.99/Wiley) features 25 stunning room makeovers, with room sketches and design boards that show how each design took shape.

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nterior designer and HGTV star Candice Olson confronted the challenge of transforming one couple’s cluttered, unfinished basement storage room with bluegreen concrete walls and one tiny window into a guest suite.

She details the transformation in her new book, “Bedrooms” (Wiley, $19.99).

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Once a hobbyist’s workshop, the dark, unfinished basement in this 1950s house had become a disorganized, underutilized storage room next to the laundry. The owners needed a guest room for their many out-of-town visitors. Could this room fill the bill?

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Luxuriously upholstered daybeds nestle into matching custombuilt nooks on opposite sides of the room, which Olson widened by stealing 2 feet from the adjacent laundry room. Glamorous iridescent draperies soften the end wall and cover the small window, totally disguising the fact that this room is mostly below ground level.

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Leather upholstery, accessories are at home throughout the house

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hether it resembles a well-traveled saddle or a buttery smooth burst of cherry red or lime green, leather furniture is classic and strong.

As upholstery, durable leather lasts four times as long as fabric, according to the Dallas-based American Leather. Doctors also recommend leather furniture for allergy sufferers because fabric harbors dust mites.

Modern tanneries now use closed-water systems and private water treatment plants to prevent the pollution of surrounding water supplies. At American Leather, the dying process involves water-based products that are chrome-free.

Trends in leather include gray as a neutral as well as metallic and pearl finishes. And cowhide in furniture upholstery, rugs and pillows transcends Wild West looks.

Trending

› Cowhide. No longer reserved for lodge looks, you’re seeing more cowhide rugs in modern decor, some stamped to look like zebra. Many hides are left natural. They’re also gaining popularity in chair and ottoman upholstery. › Gray. Just like wall color and hardwood floor finishes, gray is a new neutral in leather and cowhide. › Recliners. Sleek is the word. Many of the newer leather chairs don’t even look like recliners.

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“Tomcat” leather and metal riveted chair, $1,899, Dwell, Coralville. Leather-look faux croc embossed tray ottoman, Norwalk, $1,777, Home Interiors, Cedar Falls.

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› Aniline A hide that has been treated with aniline dye, either organic or inorganic. The dye is transparent and allows the grain and natural characteristics to come through. If you scratch it, it should retain the top color of the leather. It feels buttery soft to the touch. › Nubuck The top grain of leather that has been brushed or sanded. It feels like velvet to the touch. › Pigmented Leather whose surface has a finish containing pigment particles that create an opaque look. Also called “painted,” “protected,” “finished” or “semi-aniline” leather, it feels slick and smooth to the touch. › Top grain The grain side of a cattle hide from which splits have been cut.

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Top and above, pommel-horse ottomans, $1,789, and leather butterfly chair, $599, Dwell. Left, pewter chenille paired with metallic platinum faux leather, $1,719, Interior Perfections, Hiawatha.

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Maintenance

› Set aside a soft cloth to use solely for leather furniture. › Never put the furniture in direct sunlight or close to a radiator or regularly used fireplace; doing so will dry out and discolor the leather. › Take care that shoe buckles, belts and household pets do not damage the upholstery. › Each week or two: Dry-cloth dust and vacuum, cleaning in crevices and along the bottom. › One or two times a year: Wipe furniture down with a barely damp sponge (use distilled water; tap water can stain). Then moisturize the furniture with a colorless conditioner made for the particular type of leather. First test the product on a part of the furniture that will not be easily noticed.

Using a soft cloth, massage a few drops of the conditioning agent into the leather. Rub it off with a clean cloth. › Remove spilled substances as quickly as possible with a clean absorbent cloth or sponge. › Do not use soap or heavily soak stains with water. This may cause more damage than the stain itself. › For butter, oil or grease stains, wipe off excess with a clean, dry cloth. Leave alone, and the spot should dissipate after a short period of time. › For other stains, call professionals for cleaning.

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2. Beautiful wreath Sandy Bauman from Basket of Daisies in Cedar Falls created this naturalistic wreath — with a hint of glitz — to adorn some lucky reader’s front door, valued at $150. Win this one by registering at cv-hg.com. Bauman shares wreath-decorating tips on page 52.

3. Crisp fragrance Voluspa’s “Snowflake” is a blend of crisp, fresh notes of winter and ozonic snowfall. Winter teal wax hand-poured candle and holiday fragrance spray set from Interior Perfections in Hiawatha, $40 value.

4. Shine on!

5. Tail-wagging fun

6. Toaster Top

Turn your house into a winter wonderland with the Ice Globe Luminary Kit from Gardener’s Supply, $29.95. The kit provides what you need to make eight 10inch diameter ice globes, plus four votive candles.

Planet Dog’s new USA-made Orbee-Tuff Twinkle Bone is non-toxic, translucent red or blue, durable, recyclable and mintscented. Retail is $6.45, x-small; $9.45, small; $11.95, medium; and $14.95, large.

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8. Cake pops

9. Wrap it up

Use this Parisian Butter Bell crock and spreader-holder every day. They hold a stick of butter keeping it soft and safe without refrigeration, $29.95, www. butterbell.com.

Making your own cake pops and doughnut holes just got easier with the Flip-Over Cake Pop Maker ($39.99) from Babycakes. Rotating feature allows cake pops to come out perfectly; comes with accessories and recipes.

Hand-crafted designer jar wraps from the Augusta Wrap Co., are perfect for adorning gift candle jars, apothecary jars and more, and larger wraps turn wine bottles into great gifts, ($14.95), www.augustawrapco.com. We’re giving away two holiday sets of wraps.

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11. For small fry

Music makes the world go ‘round, doesn’t it? Win a pair of season tickets for the spring season of the WaterlooCedar Falls Symphony Orchestra.

Unlock the minds of children with creative Tegu polarized blocks. Our six-piece pouch is a starter set, (tegu.com). This gift package also includes a Disney Classics calendar and “Mutts: A Shtinky Little Christmas ($13.99 and $9.99 respectively/Andrew McMeel Publishing).

12. Stylin’ stylus This Hand Stylus is getting great reviews for writing on tablets and clicking those tiny Internet links on smart phones. Penlike stylus with a 4mm conductive-silicone rubber retractable tip, $25-29.

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Animal-print Christmas stockings, garland and metallic trees create a glamorous focal point on the metallicfinished fireplace mantel. Matching neutral sofas with nailhead trim get a boost of color from aubergine pillows.

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he Old World style of Tudor architecture — strong vertical lines, steep roof, timbers — doesn’t have to be stuck in the past.

Interior designer Kathy Flack paid homage to the timeless EnglishGothic character in the redesign of a young family’s home, but with modern sensibilities.

“It’s a youthful Tudor,” said Flack, ASID, of Flack Interior Design Associates, a division of Simpson Furniture in Cedar Falls. “We freshened and modernized the house to reflect the homeowners’ personality. It’s a very welcoming home.

There’s a sense of youthful elegance, but it’s comfortable and homey for this family’s lifestyle.”

The homeowners were open to the award-winning designer’s concepts and ideas to emphasize the home’s great bones and obvious potential in each space. For their part, the homeowners couldn’t be happier with the results.

“There’s such an eclectic feeling. Each room is beautiful, but you can put your feet up on the coffee table and relax. We wanted to keep a lot of things classic and neutral and be able to switch out accessories for the seasons and as our tastes change,” the homeowner said.

Dressed in holiday finery, a joyful spirit begins in the foyer with the curving staircase festooned with garland, rich red bows and a little bling. An animal print rug is an urban chic touch and provides a flattering contrast to faux-painted walls in rubbed bronze with a copper undertone.

“Because it’s metallic, it isn’t dark. It reflects the lights and gives the foyer a very pleasant look. Light bounces around more than if the finish was flat or eggshell.

It warms up the whole house from here and flows nicely into the rest of the house,” Flack said.

In the rectangular living room, dramatic and soothing dark chocolate walls are softened by flowing silk scarves in a neutral horizontal stripe (brightened with a hint of lime), draped at numerous dividedlight windows. As the room’s anchor, the fireplace got a facelift with a warm metallic finish and is flanked by twin sofas with nailhead trim.

The sofas belonged to the homeowners, and Flack gave them an air of casual sophistication with pillows in a mix of

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Throughout the main level, painted crown moldings, archways and metallic finishes marry style with history.

Rooms have been revamped with paint, fabric, furnishings and jewel-like details, such as crystal-adorned drawer pulls.

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The kitchen is a visual feast. An antique chandelier is festooned with animal print ribbons and shiny lime orbs for the holidays. Flack redesigned the kitchen for the previous owners, and the current owners loved it so much that few changes have been made. “It’s our gathering place, the hub” said the homeowner.

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textures and soft neutrals, punctuated with aubergine. “It has a brown undertone that fits the room and adds a pop without being too flashy,” the designer said. A plush faux fur throw is perfect for cozying up.

The shapely French bombe chest is balanced by a masculine coffee table that looks as if a heavy Tudor beam were carved to make the legs. “The table is large, again for balance, so you can arrange and display collections and it’s perfect for entertaining. Because it’s large and separates the sofas; it helps anchor the room,” Flack explained.

Clusters of silver and mercury glass candlesticks, silver nativity, sparkling silver and gold trees and fresh flowers are seasonal touches. In the bay window, a conversation grouping was created with a pair of dark brown velvet wingback chairs — a contemporary interpretation of classic seating.

The dining room’s copper-toned zebra print wallpaper is surprisingly classic, especially with the addition of coppery draperies with large tiebacks. Hutches were painted with a metallic finish to pull together the look. The piece de la resistance is the modern light fixture of sparkling crystal above the dining room table. “It also came with a silver fabric shade so the fixture is versatile, a little youthful and can be changed to suit the season or mood of the dinner. The whole effect is a warm environment for entertaining.

In the Kitchen, “we added an island with limestone in the center and took the ceiling up to a peak to make the kitchen look twice as large. The trusses fit the Tudor style,” she said.

That Tudor feeling plays strongest in the family room where beams have been deeply stained and a large brick fireplace holds court.

This is where the family Christmas tree is displayed, loaded with favorite ornaments handmade by children, and where the family settles in to watch movies.

Upstairs, rooms were given fresh coats of paint, and Moeller and Walter redesigned the master bathroom. H&G Text | Melody Parker Images | Brandon Pollock

The original kitchen was dark, small and tight. Flack added nine feet to the kitchen and an enclosed sunroom, installing radiantheated travertine tiles as well as a column to visually separate the kitchen from a sitting area at the front of the house. Customdesigned cabinetry is off-white with coffee glaze and custom lucite and bronze pulls.

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Victorian grandeur New home revives classic Queen Anne architecture

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his newly built home by Kugler Construction was constructed with one simple goal: Helping the homeowner achieve her dream of living in a Victorian home.

In any other hands, the yellow house crowned by a turret, with its white gingerbread and broad wraparound porch, might look like an anachronism. Instead, modern amenities are in place while remaining true to Victorian-era architecture.

“It’s the first ‘modern’ Victorian we’ve built and it was fun, and we’re proud to have built such a unique home,” said Jackie Kugler. “We were excited about building exactly what the client wanted. We realized how long the homeowner had dreamed about it.”

The homeowner has been passionate about Victoriana since childhood, and when the opportunity came to build, she convinced her husband they could achieve a comfortable, personal new home in an old-fashioned wrapper.

“I love and have such respect for old Victorians.

They’ve always caught my eye. I love gingerbread trim, and I knew I wanted a home painted yellow.

Queen Anne Victorian homes were usually colorful and often called ‘painted ladies,’” the homeowner said.

The exterior makes a fine marriage with the interior. A dramatically curved staircase greets visitors stepping into the foyer and leads to the front “parlor” furnished with transitional pieces.

Re-upholstered vintage chairs are paired with a new sofa, for example, and window treatments are practical but a trifle romantic with tassels and other details.

The homeowners’ interior designer-daughter collaborated with her mom on everything from flooring and carpets to furnishings and reproduction mirrors purchased from Simpson Furniture and Floor Coverings in Cedar Falls.

Rich, dark walnut floors — characteristic of

the Victorian era — ground the main level with a sense of history. Crown molding and rosettes continue the classic details.

Red and gold damask wallpaper creates an accent wall in the formal dining room, and a fireplace with carved reproduction mantel anchors the great room. Casual dinners are enjoyed at a farmhouse-style table that separates the cozy conversation area and kitchen.

Kitchen cabinetry is poplar stained cherry with India Copper Brown granite countertops. The homeowner also opted for the practicality and strong visual impact of an island. Painted in offwhite with a darker stain and topped with marblelook Honestone Aspen quartz, the island has the effect of Victorian eye candy. A drawer microwave is an added bonus. Hanging above the island are vintage-look light fixtures purchased from a kitchen and bath store that was closing its doors.

“I’m not a major cook, but I like the space for entertaining. The color and style of the island is perfect. It fits nicely and looks like a piece of furniture,” said the homeowner.

The black-and-white downstairs bath is a significant nod to the past with its classic wall sconces above a pedestal sink and clawfoot tub surrounded by an old-fashioned crescent shower rod and exposed plumbing. The sconces posed a bit of an installation challenge. Metal plates provided by the foreign manufacturer weren’t large enough to cover electrical connections, so the Kuglers fashioned their own.

A back staircase leads to the second floor and light-filled, airy master bedroom, housed in the turret. A fainting couch is fitted into the curve, and a small porch allows the owners to step out and enjoy their morning coffee and rural scenery. H&G Text | Melody Parker Images | Matthew Putney & Brandon Pollock

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elinda Greiner won’t be blue this Christmas.

After 22 years with the same blue color scheme in her living room, Greiner chose a new palette. Walls have been painted a soft gold tone that pairs perfectly with shades of brown sage, green and spice in newly reupholstered chairs, a new sofa and new leather recliner for her husband, Tom. It also looks fabulous with pumpkin spice, Greiner’s absolute favorite color — the one she chose for the master bedroom with its high headboard and footboard purchased from Basket of Daisies. “My husband does the painting, and he trusts me and trusts my taste. This one time, though, he’d started painting the bedroom and called to ask me, ‘Are you sure it’s the right color?’,” she recalled, smiling.

“I wanted to carry the color scheme from the kitchen — where pumpkin spice is in the wallcovering — throughout the rest of the house. I wanted something that flowed and was easy on your eyes, not matchy-matchy.”

Melinda is already envisioning the happy mingling of family and friends at Christmas in the rejuvenated living room, although she’s not certain how she’ll decorate the tree. “My decorations and ornaments may not work because of the color change, but I’ll think of something.

This room is always more formal. My husband loves Christmas and loves the house all decked out.”

The Greiners live on his family homestead in a farmhouse built sometime in the late 1880s to early 1900s.

They reared three children in the home and are now

proud grandparents of an energetic two-year-old.

In the 1990s, the original kitchen was enlarged to create a large, practical and attractive workspace.

The remodeling changed the basement entrance and included a new laundry room.

“Before everyone had to stand up from the table and shift if someone wanted to open the refrigerator door.

Now it’s a gathering place.”

The Barbie tree with its 180 Barbie ornaments will be displayed in the kitchen, much to the delight of their granddaughter. In the dining room, a tree will show off crocheted family ornaments. The front porch will be swagged with greenery.

Holiday traditions are important, Melinda said. A family event takes place earlier in December with the inevitable menu of broccoli-corn casserole, cherry pop salad, endive and ice cream pie made with Hershey candy bars on the menu. On Christmas Day, the Greiners spend the day with Melinda’s 80-year-old mother.

On Christmas Eve, the immediate family gathers for an early dinner showcasing Melinda’s chicken Wellington and French silk pie from the Village Inn, followed by a church service and home again for wine and gift exchange.

“The kids leave at midnight, and the house is a disaster, and that’s fine. Christmas is all about family and faith.” H&G Text | Melody Parker Images | Brandon Pollock & Matthew Putney

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Festive & easy holiday entertaining From elegant and festive appetizers to chili night suppers for busy evenings or casual gatherings and spice cookies for dessert and gift-giving, we’ve got you covered.

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Our guide to

easy party planning Food

1 Make ahead as much food as possible.

2 Prepare tried-and-true recipes. If you must introduce a new dish, make a few practice runs before the debut.

3 Use our easy holiday recipes for appetizers and spice cookies. Or if you’re not a do-ityourselfer, order your favorite appetizers and desserts from Hy-Vee and other stores, bakeries, delis and restaurants. Take-out pizza (with “the works” or fruit) can be sliced into bite-sized pieces; egg rolls can be sliced into rounds and served with sauce; guests can slather cream cheese mixtures on bagel slices, etc. Arrange on your serving dishes.

4 Consider diets – cook healthy, have vegetarian dishes and make note of any dishes that contain peanuts.

Portion control

› People eat more at buffet, but if there are lots of selections, guests “sample” rather than take large portions. › Figure 4 to 6 servings per person for appetizers.

If you’re serving hors d’oeuvres and cocktails only, figure 12 appetizers per person. › For meat, count on two 7 or 8-pound turkey breasts, one 15- to 18-pound turkey, 6 to 7pound boneless ham or 12-pound roast to serve 25-30. Another rule of thumb: meat serving per person is 1/4 to 1/3 pound. › For the bar, you’ll need 1 pound of ice per 4 or 6 guests. Figure 3 drinks per person or 1 drink per hour for each guest. A 1-gallon punch bowl holds about 30 five-ounce servings per person.

One bottle of wine yields 5 servings; one bottle of champagne serves 6. › A 9-inch pie will serve 8 to 10.

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Timetable

Make a plan and start early.

Weekend before party: Shop for perishables and cook freezable foods.

Wash and have ready all serving bowls and platters. Decide what you will wear.

Monday: Buy party supplies.

Tuesday: Choose music. Count and wash glassware.

Wednesday: Buy or borrow more glasses — you know you’ll need them.

Clean the house.

Thursday: Set up buffet table with platters and bowls to make sure everything fits. Place sticky notes on the tables, where appropriate, to indicate where each dish should be placed.

Friday: Make one last shopping trip for perishables. Defrost any frozen items. Buy ice.

Day of the party: Straighten up around the house and check bathrooms for cleanliness. Make last-minute recipes. Set up drink and coffee station.

Three hours before party: Take a bath and relax.

1 1/2 hours before party: Wear something over your nice clothes while you get the food ready so you’ll avoid ruining your outfit. Begin to take out room-temperature food. Preheat oven (if necessary), and heat any items that will be served warm.

Party time: Guide guests to drink station and offer them something to drink along with food. If you are serving appetizers, then dinner, allow an hour for the drinks and appetizers. Use this time to warm up bread.

Allow an hour or so for dinner. Turn on the coffee while people are eating dinner. If you are serving a warm dessert, pop it into a warm, turned-off oven at the same time.

Allow about 45 minutes for coffee and dessert.

Serving

1 Allow traffic flow around buffet table, if possible.

2 Use a variety of platters and serving dishes set on different levels. Cake platters are great for serving everything from cake to appetizers. Drape paint cans and other sturdy containers with linens for pedestals.

3 Stack plates at the “start” of the buffet, then entrees, side dishes, salads, bread/rolls (all with serving forks and spoons), then relishes and condiments, cutlery and napkins.

4 Set up beverage station in a different area to keep traffic flowing.

5 Set up desserts, coffee, liqueurs and tea at another table or clear the main table after guests have eaten.

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| entertaining | Double Ginger Gingersnaps These gingery cookies are crispy on the outside, with a hint of chewiness inside.

Makes 4 dozen or 24 (2 cookie) servings.

Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 12 minutes per batch 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon Saigon cinnamon 3/4 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup molasses 1 egg 1/4 cup finely chopped, crystallized ginger Additional sugar for rolling Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix flour, baking soda, salt and spices in medium bowl. Set aside.

Beat shortening and sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg. Gradually stir in flour mixture until well mixed. Stir in crystallized ginger. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake 12 minutes. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely. Store in airtight container.

Lemon Clove Cookies The flavor combination of clove and lemon is delightful.

Makes 5 dozen or 30 (2 cookie) servings.

Prep time: 15 minutes Refrigerate time: 1 hour Cook time: 12 to 15 minutes per batch 2 cups flour 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/8 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract Lemon Glaze: 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon water 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract Mix flour, cloves and salt in medium bowl. Set aside. Beat butter and granulated sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add egg and lemon extract; beat until well blended.

Gradually beat in flour mixture until well mixed.

Divide dough in half. Form each half into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and 9 inches long. Wrap in wax paper. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.

Preheat oven to 350 F. Cut dough into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

For the Lemon Glaze, mix confectioners’ sugar, water and lemon extract in small bowl until well blended. Drizzle over cooled cookies. Let stand until glaze is set.

Chai Sugar Cookies These cookies are rich with cardamom, cinnamon and ground cloves — spices found in Chai, a spiced tea beverage.

Makes 5 dozen or 30 (2 cookie) servings.

Prep time: 30 minutes Refrigerate time: 30 minutes Cook time: 6 to 8 minutes per batch

2 3/4 cups flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 3/4 teaspoon Saigon cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Additional sugar for rolling Mix first 8 ingredients in medium bowl. Set aside.

Beat butter and 1 1/2 cups sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture on low speed until well mixed. Cover. Refrigerate 2 hours or until dough is firm and easy to handle.

Preheat oven to 400 F. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in additional sugar. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Spiced Butter Cookies With a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, this butter cookie becomes a holiday delight.

Makes about 4 dozen or 25 (2 cookie) servings.

Prep time: 15 minutes Refrigerate time: 1 hour Cook time: 12 minutes per batch 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar Pinch salt 1 egg 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 cups flour Confectioners’ sugar

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Beat butter, granulated sugar, salt, egg, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in flour on low speed until well mixed. Refrigerate 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 350 F. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Dip fork in confectioners’ sugar.

Gently flatten cookies with fork.

Bake 12 minutes or until lightly browned around edges. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

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Fine-tune your chili cooking chops with hints from 2011 Terlingua International Chili Champion Larry Walton. He uses Mexene Chili Powder and Seasoning Mix, premium 80/20 ground beef or Tyson’s boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Brown the meat and boost the flavor with a secret ingredient — chili powder, paprika, cocoa or a few dashes of Louisiana Hot Sauce at the end of cooking.

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Remaining ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef 1 14.5-ounce can beef broth 1/2 14.5-ounce can chicken broth 1 1/2 8-ounce cans tomato sauce 1/8 teaspoon brown sugar, if needed Salt to taste Mix first and second mixtures in separate bowls.

Set aside. Brown ground beef then drain off grease.

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Everyday surroundings are transformed into glittering winter wonderlands with lights, tinsel and evergreens.

Whatever your style or theme, you want to decorate and entertain with ease, not anxiety. Success is in the details, and no matter how small your home or limited your budget, do what works for you — and be inventive.

Add drama to your decor. You don’t need a total room makeover to create a holiday masterpiece, says author and TV host Katie Brown. Just think color, pattern and texture.

For example, fill vases or bowls with cranberries and sprigs of evergreen, or fill baskets with red apples, or jars with candy canes — the more sizes and shapes the better.

Create an elegant tabletop. For a chic holiday centerpiece, look for trays, ribbons, books and ornaments, and even leaves and branches from the yard — they can all be used to help set a lovely table, Brown explains.

Or opt in favor of individual floral arrangements at each place setting. Use glass cordial cups or other glasses to hold flowers, berries and pine sprigs. The repeating floral motif brings a festive table together, keeping the sight lines clear for conversation.

And make sure your dishes are sparkling clean. According to a recent survey from the makers of OxiClean, 88 percent of respondents admit they are embarrassed to serve food on dishes that are cloudy or have spots.

Don’t worry about crossing decorating lines, says Angie Manson, owner of Distinctions & Little Red Schoolhouse Transitions in Independence.

“It’s all about creating a feeling and look you want. We stress too much when we should be having fun. Don’t be afraid to do what you like — your guests will love it,” she explains.

For the holidays, more is definitely better, says Kennon Springer of Interior Perfections in Hiawatha. Go for glitz or a natural theme in decorating, but it should be lush and full, not skimpy. He also loves the new gunmetal-colored artificial trees that look dramatic with silver decorations and the return of silver tinsel trees — decorated in silver and black.

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4 Some species have stiffer branches than can hold heavy ornaments; others won’t.

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Check the trunk to be sure that it is sufficiently straight and will fit your tree stand. Pines usually will have some crook in their trunks. In the fall conifers shed their oldest needles as part of their life cycle. Most farms provide shaking or blowing services to clean these tree after cutting. The tree will also be netted for easier transportation.

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Wonderful

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Make a pretty holiday wreath with tips from floral designer Sandy Bauman

Who doesn’t love the bright welcome of a pretty wreath? It’s one of our favorite symbols of the season.

CVHG invited Sandy Bauman from Cedar Falls’ Basket of Daisies to give us tips on how to make a beautiful, long-lasting — and easy — wreath from faux botanicals. She makes hundreds of wreaths for customers at this time of year. No two are alike.

“I like mixing natural-looking elements with a little glitz for visual interest on a holiday wreath. I use no less than five or nine types of greenery or insertions. A small wreath will have 12 or more, and the number increases with the size of the wreath. Then you have all the other elements,” Bauman explains.

She recommends using a three-dimensional approach. In other words, don’t leave material flat; twist and bend and fluff botanicals and other elements so items project updown- and outward, as well as filling the wreath.

“That’s what makes it realistic-looking and a little wind-blown. And don’t hide behind a bow. You need to have enough material to make the wreath look full and well-balanced.”

You can work on a flat surface, but Bauman prefers to work on an elevated surface — hang the wreath on a door or the back of a chair as you work.

Step 1 Hang the wreath where it is handy to work. This will make your wreath more multi-dimensional as you build it, and you’ll be able to better balance materials.

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Step 2 & 3 Begin inserting material to form the basic look of the wreath. Bauman chooses a dominant side for special materials, such as a bird’s nest.

Cut apart botanicals with wire cutters or bolt cutters, as needed. Use hot glue on the tips and sides of the stems before tucking them into place. Some heavier items, such as pine cones, may need extra glue and held in place for a few minutes.

Tools

› Grapevine or other natural dried vine wreath form (any size desired) › Faux botanicals and snowflake ornaments — five to nine types of greenery, various sizes of natural and frosted pine cones (loose or picks), multiple frosted branches, glitzy stems, small bird’s nest, red berry stems, frosty white snowflakes, in quantities enough to fill the size wreath selected › Hot glue gun and glue sticks › Florist wire › Florist tape › Wire cutters (and bolt cutters for thicker stems) › Scissors › Burlap ribbon

Step 4 Continue filling the wreath, mixing natural materials with a little glitz. Give it a threedimensional appearance: Twist, bend and shape the pieces so they look natural and perhaps a little windblown. It will take more material than you think to create a full, lush look. Weave ribbon through to interest. You can also follow Bauman’s tip for making bow picks on the next page.

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Kris Kringle’s Tree Farm Cut your ribbon into various lengths, and fold over to form loops. Keep in mind if there is printing or a pattern on one side. Wind florist’s wire or florist’s tape around the ends to make the loops.

Tuck loops into the wreath, using hot glue to hold picks in place.

Step 5 Add the finishing touches, including snowflakes and red berries. Stand back and add more material if necessary, or make adjustments to balance the look.

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Poinsettias are America’s favorite Christmas flower.

Here’s what to look for when choosing a one: 1 Foliage down to the soil line, stiff stems, thoroughly colored bracts and fullness from all angles.

What most people call “flowers” are actually leaf bracts, while the yellow center is the flower.

2 No signs of wilting, drooping or breakage. Avoid plants displayed in paper, mesh or plastic sleeves or plants crowded together for display. The longer the plant is sleeved, the more quickly it deteriorates. Crowding can cause premature bract loss due to lack of air flow.

3 Don’t purchase a plant displayed near an entrance or heating/cooling source. Fluctuations in temperature can cause bract loss.

4 Moist soil, but not squishy.

5 When transporting the plant, protect it from cold winds and temperatures below 50 F. It should be inserted in a sleeve or roomy bag to cover the plant. Don’t leave it in the car while you shop, either, or you could end up with a leafless twig plant. Unwrap when you arrive at home.

Follow these care tips 1 Place plant in indirect sunlight for at least six hours daily. Diffuse direct sun with a sheer curtain.

2 Provide room temperatures between 68 and 70 F. 3 Water when the soil feels dry to the touch. Better yet, if the soil feels very nearly dry, water, because you’re likely to forget, and poinsettias don’t like to dry out.

4 Don’t place plants near cold drafts or excessive heat. Avoid placing plants near appliances, fireplaces or ventilating ducts.

5 Don’t overwater your plant or allow it to sit in standing water. Always remove a plant from any decorative container before watering, and allow the water to drain completely.

6 Resist fertilizing the plant when it is in bloom.

Don’t believe the myth Poinsettias are a safe and beautiful part of holiday decorating.

The toxicity was tested years ago at Ohio State University in cooperation with the Society of American Florists.

The POISINDEX Information Service notes that a 50-pound child would have to munch more than 500 poinsettia bracts to surpass experimental doses tested at Ohio State, and even then, there was no toxicity.

Obviously, these plants are not for human or pet consumption. If a child or curious pet bites into a leaf, they might end up with an upset stomach. Milky latex fluid is found in cut poinsettias, so people who are allergic to latex may have a reaction.

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Recipes from pages 50

Black and White Chicken Chili Yield: 10 servings 6 fresh boneless skinless chicken thighs 1 large onion, chopped 2 jalapeño peppers, fresh; seeded and finely chopped 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped 1 14.5-ounce can chicken broth 2 15-ounce cans great Northern beans, not drained 2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained 1 tablespoon Mexene chili powder 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt Sour cream Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes. Spray large, deep pot or saucepan with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high. Add chicken; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add onion, peppers and garlic. Cook 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 20 to 30 minutes or until chicken is done (internal temperature of 170 F).

Top individual servings of chili with sour cream. Serve with mixed green salad and hot tortillas or tortilla chips. Refrigerate leftovers or freeze in a tightly sealed nonmetallic container or freezer bag.

Easy Chicken Chili Yield: 4 servings 6 fresh boneless skinless chicken thighs, (cooked and cut into bite-sized pieces) 2 16-ounce cans kidney beans, not drained 2 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes, not drained 1 1.6-ounce package Mexene Chili Seasoning Mix 1 tablespoon garlic pepper sauce, to taste Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Stir until well blended. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes. Serve with shredded cheese and tortilla chips or crackers.

You’ll need: › Coffeemaker and/or espresso machine. › Regular and decaf coffee, espresso. › Flavored liqueurs, such as Irish Cream, creme de menthe, buttered rum, chocolate, amaretto, etc. › Flavored creamers. › Cream and sugar, including brown sugar cubes › Mugs, cups/saucers and spoons. Mix and match for fun. › Flavored or decorative stir sticks or spoons.

How to set up a

coffee or cocoa bar

Guests will feel extra special when you make steaming mugs of hot chocolate from scratch!

You can also make your own seasonal coffee creamers. Make the sweetened base first, then add seasonings to make your own holiday flavors.

Polish off a wonderful dinner party or holiday gathering with the flourish and fun of a coffee and hot cocoa bar.

There’s a delicious decadence to offering flavored liqueurs and creamers and frothy whipped cream, and a few bite-sized treats such as chocolate-covered espresso beans and nuts, mini cookies, cupcakes or muffins, fresh biscotti, pie or a savory tidbit.

Set up at the dining room buffet or table, a desk, side table or kitchen countertop.

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Rich & Creamy Hot Chocolate

Flavored Coffee Creamer Base

1 cup real semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1/8 teaspoon salt 5 1/2 cups milk 2 cups (1 pint) half & half 2 teaspoons vanilla Aerosol whipped light cream, if desired

14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces whole milk

Makes 8 servings

Melt chocolate chips, stirring constantly, in 3-quart saucepan over low heat. Stir in sugar, water and salt.

Increase heat to medium. Cook, whisking constantly, until mixture comes to a full boil. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, 2 minutes. Add milk and half & half; cook until heated through. (DO NOT BOIL.) Add vanilla.

Remove from heat; whisk until frothy.

Pour into mugs. Serve with whipped cream.

If desired, sprinkle with your choice of toppings: grated chocolate, grated orange zest, ground cinnamon, or ground nutmeg.

Makes 1 container

Whisk together both ingredients until combined. Store in refrigerator.

Peppermint mocha coffee creamer: Stir together 1 batch coffee creamer base and 1 tablespoon cocoa powder in saucepan. Heat on low; stir to dissolve cocoa powder. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons peppermint extract; stir.

Store in container in the refrigerator.

Vanilla bean coffee creamer: Stir together 1 batch coffee creamer base and 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste or substitute 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.

Store in container in refrigerator.

Chocolate coffee creamer: Stir together 1 batch coffee creamer base and 1 tablespoon cocoa powder in saucepan. Simmer on low and stir until cocoa powder is dissolved. Store in container in refrigerator.

Hazelnut coffee creamer: Stir together 1 batch coffee creamer base and 1 to 2 teaspoons hazelnut extract.

Store in refrigerator.

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You say stout, I say porter — so, what’s the difference?

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s a renowned beer writer, I get a lot of questions — “Hey, bub, how do I get back on the interstate?” “Who ate that last slice of pie?” and, occasionally, “What’s the difference between stout and porter?”

The short answer is “no difference,” but some history is necessary for full understanding. Original porters were a blend of an aged or stale beer, a weak beer and a fresh beer, proportions varying between breweries. It was popular with transport workers (porters) in 18th-century London. Stout simply meant a stronger version of porter. Some evidence suggests the term was used earlier to describe any strong beer.

The styles, in some case simply the labeling, diverged. Stouts prospered; porters fell into near-obscurity.

Though stout has long been a staple of craft brewers, porters are becoming popular again. Neither style is tied to the seasons, but flavors of chocolate, espresso, biscuit and anise lend themselves nicely to cold autumn and winter nights.

Except for dry stouts, such as Guinness or Beamish, with their distinctive astringent, almost charred edge, it would be hard for most people — me included — to distinguish porter and stout in a blind tasting. The Beer Judge Certification Program, which lays out official style guidelines for competitions, lists many of the same characteristics for both beers. Generally in my experience, porters tend to be slightly less bitter and astringent with less roasty, more toasty and rounded maltiness.

In the end, the differences are nearly meaningless with the endless variations between and within the styles. If you like stout, you’ll probably like porter and viceversa.

The challenge comes in sorting out whether you prefer Peace Tree Rye Porter to Mikkeller Chipotle Aged Porter or Millstream Oatmeal Stout and Left Hand Milk Stout to Bell’s Java Stout. That’s the kind of answer I’ll happily be seeking this winter.

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Holiday appetizers from pages 44 & 45 Chef Andrew Potter, University Avenue Proscuitto and Goat Cheese Pear Bites 12 pieces proscuitto (approximately 2 by 2 inches) 1 ripe bartlett pear 1 4-ounce package goat cheese Honey Black pepper Preheat oven to 350 F. Bake proscuitto for 8 to 10 minutes until slightly crispy. Meanwhile, peel, core and slice pear into 12 rounds.

Top pear rounds with 1 piece of proscuitto, 1 teaspoon goat cheese, a drizzle of honey and black pepper.

Makes 12.

Apple, Bacon and Onion Tart 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 slices bacon 1 large sweet or yellow onion, thinly sliced 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, thinly sliced 4 ounces Fontina cheese 1 puff pastry sheet, thawed 1 tablespoon fresh thyme Salt and pepper, to taste Preheat oven to 375 F. Melt butter in a large pot on medium high heat.

Brush top of puff pastry with melted butter. Add onions to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.

Season with salt. Add apples to the same pot, reduce heat to medium low and cook and stir for 10 minutes until onions are carmelized and apples are fork-tender. Fry bacon until crispy, allow it to cool and crumble. Top puff pastry evenly with apple and onion mixture, bacon, chopped fresh thyme and Fontina cheese. Bake 15 to 20 minutes until pastry rises and tart is evenly browned. Season with salt and pepper. Cut into squares and serve warm.

350 F oven for 10 to 15 minutes until turkey reaches 170 F. Mix last four ingredients and reserve for dipping sauce.

Preheat oven to 325 F. Bake spinach balls for 25 to 30 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 F. Serve with sauce.

Spicy Hawaiian Ham Sliders with Apple Slaw 1 1/2 pounds smoked ham 4 ounces orange marmalade 1 teaspoon horseradish 1 tablespoons coarse mustard 1 teaspoon Jerk seasoning Hawaiian rolls

Caramel Apple Baked Brie Serves 8 to 10 people

Apple slaw: 2 apples, shredded 1 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon good-quality oil Slice ham very thin. Mix with marmalade, horseradish, coarse mustard and Jerk seasoning.

Place in pan to warm in oven or microwave. Prepare slaw. When ham is warm, layer 2 ounces on each roll and top with slaw; top with bun lid and use toothpick to secure and serve.

Chef Haley Silhacek, Ansborough Holiday Spinach Balls Makes 20 1-ounce balls 10 ounce package frozen spinach, thawed 1 cup Pepperidge Farm stuffing ¼ cup minced yellow onion 3 eggs beaten ¼ cup grated parmesan ½ tablespoon garlic salt ½ teaspoon dried thyme ½ tablespoon black pepper Mustard sauce: ½ cup Dijon mustard ½ cup yellow mustard ½ cup white vinegar ½ cup granulated sugar ¼ teaspoon salt 1 egg tempered ¼ cup mayonnaise

Chef Ron Dillavou, University Avenue Rosemary Turkey Skewer with Cranberry Honey Mustard Sauce

The night before: Make filling and freeze overnight on same baking sheet you’ll pop in the oven.

1 container fresh rosemary 1 small package turkey tenderloins 1 teaspoon fresh garlic 2 tablespoons honey 1 teaspoon orange zest Cranberry Mustard sauce: 1/4 jar Dilusso cranberry honey mustard 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar

In a bowl, add strained, thawed spinach, stuffing, onion, eggs, parmesan, garlic salt, dried thyme and black pepper.

Peel leaves off rosemary stems except very top ones. Cut turkey into thin strips; thread onto rosemary stems. Mix the next 4 ingredients together and coat turkey. Place in

Mix until thoroughly combined. With a 1-ounce scoop, scoop out spinach balls onto sprayed baking sheet.

Freeze uncovered overnight.

For the sauce: In a small saucepan, bring mustards, vinegar, sugar and salt to a boil. Temper in one egg, whisking until smooth. Cool sauce and add mayonnaise; reserve for serving.

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1 package puff pastry thawed 1 small wheel President Brie ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup butter, salted 2 tablespoons apple pucker 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, diced 1 egg 1 teaspoon water Preheat oven to 325 F. Thaw puff pastry, unfold and lay one pastry on floured table. Roll out slightly.

Lay entire wheel of Brie in center of pastry. Fold up pastry cornr to corner and trim off excess. Pinch corners tightly; flip over so smooth side is up. In bowl, combine egg and water with a fork to make egg wash. Brush wash evenly over pastry. Place on sprayed baking sheet, cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 10 minutes or until pastry is golden brown.

Peel and dice apple. In small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and apple pucker; heat on low until sugar continually stirring.

After 2 minutes add apples and cook until sugar is dissolved.

Serve caramel apple topping over baked Brie, warm to room temperature, with crackers or French bread.

Chef Jim Nadeau, College Square Zesty Pepper and Onion Dip 1 jar Dickinson’s Sweet ‘n’ Hot Pepper & Onion Relish 2 8 ounce packages cream cheese, softened Assorted crackers In medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in relish.

Spoon into a decorative bowl.

Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.

Cheddar Cheese Fondue with White Wine 1 cup old cheddar cheese 1 cup mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper Bread chunks, chopped veggies, crackers, chips, etc.

Shred cheddar and mozzarella; place in medium bowl. Add flour and mix well. Set aside. On medium heat, warm wine in the fondue pot. Do not let boil. Add garlic, salt and pepper and mix well. Add cheese mixture gradually, one hand full at a time.

Let it melt before adding more. Stir constantly.

When cheese is melted, taste and adjust spices. Add more cheese if mixture is runny or more wine if fondue is too stiff. Use with dippers of choice. Stir cheese occasionally throughout event.

Chef William Gerstenberger, Crossroads Football Cheese Ball Serves 20 4 8-ounces packages cream cheese, softened 3½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese ½ cup mayonnaise ½ cup Miracle Whip 1 good splash hot sauce 6 cups chopped pecans ½ cup scallions, sliced thin Pickled jalapenos, chopped, optional 4 1-inch and 1 3-inch red bell pepper matchsticks, optional Place cream cheese in large bowl and thoroughly incorporate all ingredients except red pepper matchsticks. Add 3 cups chopped pecans and incorporate. Form into a football shape. Cover the football with remaining 3 cups chopped pecans. Cover and place in refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Use red pepper matchsticks to make football grip. Serve with crackers, chips, etc.

Gingerbread Apple Cocktail Makes 1 serving 2 ounces Domaine de Canton 1 ounce vanilla vodka 2.5 ounces apple cider ½ teaspoon lemon juice Pinch orange zest Agave nectar/syrup (enough to rim martini glass) 1 graham cracker, crushed Lightly line chilled martini glass with agave syrup/nectar and dip into crushed graham cracker to rim glass.

Place all ingredients except orange zest in a shaker; shake vigorously.

Strain into glass. Dust with orange zest; serve immediately.

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This graceful country home, Plan HMAFAPW01274 from Homeplans.com, invites the outdoors in with a triple skylight above the great room, a front porch and a roomy rear deck. As a sweet touch, who could resist the cupola perched atop the roof?

The compact plan packs a lot of living into 1,455 square feet of finished space. Choose the standard basement foundation option and double your space.

Inside the house, the vaulted main gathering space features a cozy fireplace and a large window.

Nearby, the spacious kitchen holds a small island for additional counter area and flows right into the vaulted dining nook. A niche here is the perfect spot for a buffet table or china hutch.

The laundry room doubles as a mud room, with a closet ready to receive coats as you head in from the deck.

On the opposite side of the plan, the master suite features a private bath and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bath, with a closet close by to hold linens and towels.

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HMAFAP01274 DETAILS: › Bedrooms: 3 › Baths: 2 › Main floor: 1,455 sq. ft. › Total Living Area: 1,455 sq. ft. › Standard basement: 1,455 sq. ft. › Dimensions: 50-6 x 38-0 › Exterior Wall Framing: 2x6 › Foundation Options: › Crawlspace › Standard basement A downloadable study plan of this house, including general information on building costs and financing, is available at www. houseoftheweek.com.

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