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2011

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2011

Holiday

December 14th, 2011 HOLIDAYCOOKBOOK2 • www.peninsulanewsreview.com

Let us fi nd the best possible mortgage for you.

The MORTGAGE CentreSECOND STREET MORTGAGES LTD.

#102-9710 Second St., Sidney

We work for YOU, not the Lenders

“Serving the Peninsula, Sidney & Gulf Islands for over14 years from Second Street in Sidney”

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From OurFamilies toYours

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“SoSeason’s Greetings

Ingredients:

• crushed mint candy canes

• whipping cream

• 3/4 ounce peppermint schnapps

• 1 oz. chocolate liqueur (Kahlua if you like)

• hot chocolate

Instructions:

Crush candy canes, whip the cream, and make a mug of hot chocolate. Pour hot chocolate into a large mug. Add 3/4 ounce peppermint schnapps and chocolate liqueur. Stir into hot chocolate. Add whipped cream, and crushed cane and enjoy.

CuddlerChristmas

The

President

Murray Savage

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make a mug of hot chocolate. 3/4 i t

HOLIDAYCOOKBOOK December 14th, 2011 www.peninsulanewsreview.com • 3

Christmas Shortbread

Method:• Cream the butter and add the sugar gradually blending well but take care not to overwork it. Gradually work in the fl our and cornstarch. You can do this by

hand with a fork or with a food processor that has a hook attachment. When it has come together as a dough, turn it out on to a clean surface that has been dusted with a mixture of half fl our and half icing sugar. Roll out the dough so that it is ¼ to ½ an inch thick trying to be consistent. Cut the shapes with cookie cutters, round, square, diamond shaped; whatever your fancy. (about 1 ½ inches in diameter) Place carefully on a cookie sheet lined with baking paper and prick them twice with a fork. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. While the oven is warming, place the cookies in the fridge for 30 mins. If you want to decorate the cookies, you can top them a half of a glazed cherry, a piece of candied ginger or orange peel, or some ground nuts just before putting them in the oven.

• Bake at 375 degrees for 5 minutes, then lower the temperature to 300 for approximately 15 minutes. When done, they should be golden but not browned at all. Keep an eye on them because the amount of time will vary from oven to oven. Makes about 6 dozen cookies which will keep over the holidays in an airtight container (if no one knows about them!)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb of unsalted butter• 1 cup icing sugar• 3 cups of pre-sifted cake fl our• ¾ cup of cornstarch

Optional:

• a few glazed cherries, chopped nuts, or chopped candied ginger or orange peel• airtight container (if no one knows about them!)

Betty Salvador’s

In honour of my mother... we will always remember her shortbread this time of year.

[email protected]

Laurie Salvador

I cared for Betty

Help us renovate the Extended Care Unit. To donate call 250-652-7531 or online at www.sphf.ca

It’s our hospital.

Our Extended Care Unit is home to some very special

people – just like Betty. We need your help – so that we

can provide modern facilities and compassionate care to

everyone on the Saanich Peninsula.

Let us fi nd the best possible mortgage for you.

The MORTGAGE CentreSECOND STREET MORTGAGES LTD.

#102-9710 Second St., Sidney

We work for YOU, not the Lenders

“Serving the Peninsula, Sidney & Gulf Islands for over14 years from Second Street in Sidney”

1-250-656-9551 www.secondstreetmortgages.ca1-250-

From OurFamilies toYours

h l d lf l d f“Serving the Peninsula, Sidney & Gulf Islands for over14 years from Second Street in Sidney”

“SoSeason’s Greetings

Ingredients:

• crushed mint candy canes

• whipping cream

• 3/4 ounce peppermint schnapps

• 1 oz. chocolate liqueur (Kahlua if you like)

• hot chocolate

Instructions:

Crush candy canes, whip the cream, and make a mug of hot chocolate. Pour hot chocolate into a large mug. Add 3/4 ounce peppermint schnapps and chocolate liqueur. Stir into hot chocolate. Add whipped cream, and crushed cane and enjoy.

CuddlerChristmas

The

President

Murray Savage

)

make a mug of hot chocolate. 3/4 i t


Sidney Lions Food Bank & Kiwanis Club of Sidney’s

29th Annual Christmas Hamper & Toy Drive

Now Collecting Cash,Food Items & New Toys!

NEW LOCATION - 2388 Beacon AvenueOpen Daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Closed Sundays) from Dec. 1 to 23.

Income Tax receipts Provided.

HAMPER 250-818-0433 FOOD BANK 250-655-0679 MAILING ADDRESS P.O. BOX 2281 SIDNEY, B.C. V8L 3S8

HAMPER PICK-UPS AT THE FOOD BANK: Singles - Dec. 16 - Families Dec. 19, 20 & 21

Method:

1. Cook pasta in boiling water for 7 - 10 minutes or until tender. Drain.2. Combine tuna, soup, frozen green peas, and milk. Mix with pasta in casserole dish. Sprinkle with cheese.3. Bake uncovered in oven for 30 minutes at 350º C.

Food BankCasserole

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (500 ml) dry pasta shells or macaroni

• 2 cans ( 170 gr) tuna or salmon

• 1 can ( 10 oz) condensed cream soup such as broccoli, mushroom or chicken

• 1 - 2 cups ( 250-500 ml) frozen green peas or other vegetables

• 1 cup (250 ml) milk made from skim milk powder

• 1 cup (250 ml) shredded cheese• Pepper


Sidney Lions Food Bank & Kiwanis Club of Sidney’s

29th Annual Christmas Hamper & Toy Drive

Now Collecting Cash,Food Items & New Toys!

NEW LOCATION - 2388 Beacon AvenueOpen Daily 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Closed Sundays) from Dec. 1 to 23.

Income Tax receipts Provided.

HAMPER 250-818-0433 FOOD BANK 250-655-0679 MAILING ADDRESS P.O. BOX 2281 SIDNEY, B.C. V8L 3S8

HAMPER PICK-UPS AT THE FOOD BANK: Singles - Dec. 16 - Families Dec. 19, 20 & 21

Method:

1. Cook pasta in boiling water for 7 - 10 minutes or until tender. Drain.2. Combine tuna, soup, frozen green peas, and milk. Mix with pasta in casserole dish. Sprinkle with cheese.3. Bake uncovered in oven for 30 minutes at 350º C.

Food BankCasserole

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (500 ml) dry pasta shells or macaroni

• 2 cans ( 170 gr) tuna or salmon

• 1 can ( 10 oz) condensed cream soup such as broccoli, mushroom or chicken

• 1 - 2 cups ( 250-500 ml) frozen green peas or other vegetables

• 1 cup (250 ml) milk made from skim milk powder

• 1 cup (250 ml) shredded cheese• Pepper

Holiday

Ingredients:

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce• 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce• 1 tbsp minced green pepper• 1 tbsp minced red pepper• 1 pound shredded cheddar cheese• 1 cup shredded parmesan• 1/4 cup chopped sundried tomatoes

Directions:

In an electric food processor or blender, combine cream cheese, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce. Blend well. Mix in the cheddar cheese and peppers. Shape the mixture into balls or logs. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and place in the freezer until fi rm.

While the balls are in the freezer, combine the parmasean and sundried tomatoes in a shallow bowl. Remove the balls from the freezer and roll them in the parmasean mixture. Serve with Assorted Crackers.

Wishing you a holiday season filled with

Comfort & Joyand a New Year brimming with

Wellness & Vitality™!From all your friends at Amica Mature Lifestyles

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Amica at Beechwood Village • A Wellness & Vitality™ Residence2315 Mills Road, Sidney, BC V8L 5W6250.655.0849 • www.amica.ca

Dining Services Manager

Cheryl Chalifour

Perfect For Your Festive Party Appetizer!

Cheeseball


different

10940 West Saanich Road

A little out in thecountry, a long way

from ordinary.

250-656-2547

Holiday Gift Giving & Entertaining Made Easy!Back by popular demand – Gizella’s Lemon Squares! Locally made fruitcakes from Portafino, Sidney Bakery, Moulin Vert Bakery on Saturna Island, and Gluten-Free Cakes, Phillipes Pate’s and Tortiere, Orange Brandied Cranberry Sauce, Cranberry with Port, Seggiano Baked Fig Ball, Sausage Rolls from the Galloping Goose Sausage Co. Specialty cheeses, crackers, Tapenades and more! We also offer beautiful Gourmet Gift Baskets - made to order!

Method:• Place dates, fi gs, cocoa, pumpkin seeds, salt coconut oil and hot water into a food processor bowl fi tted with a

knife blade. Pulse until ingredients are well combined and mixture comes together as a ball. If mixture doesn’t hold together, add up to 1 additional tablespoon water, one teaspoon at a time. Spread coconut fl akes on a piece of waxed paper. Form walnut size balls and drop mixture into coconut. Roll into balls. Store in airtight container. I prefer to keep in the refrigerator for a fi rmer texture.

TreatsFig Date

~ Rosemary

“I tried this recipe for my daughter, because she can’t have gluten, egg, or soy. Not only did she love these,

but so did everyone else who tried them.”

Ingredients:

• 2 cups soft pitted dates• 6 dried fi gs, stems removed• ½ cup shelled pumpkin seeds• Pinch salt• 1 tablespoon coconut oil• 2 tablespoons hot water + 1 tablespoon, as needed• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa • 1 cup unsweetened coconut fl akes, for rolling


DipIngredients:

• 1 28oz can crushed tomatoes- well drained• 1 14oz can artichoke hearts- drained & fi nely chopped • 1 cup light mayonnaise• ½ cup grated cheddar cheese • ½ cup parmesan cheese • 1 cup red & green peppers- diced • 3 tbs bread crumbs • 1 tsp garlic powder • ¼ cup chives fi nely chopped • 10 dashes of your favourite hot sauce• 3 habaneros - diced fi nely

Tomato & ArtichokeSpicy Hot

Insurance Broker

Tracy-Lee Gore-Langton

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F (175° C).2. Gently combine all ingredients and pour into a lightly

buttered casserole dish. Do not over mix.3. Bake for 30 – 40 minutes4. Serve with French bread, Triscuits or pita chips.

If you prefer something mild omit the last

2 ingredients!

Sidney would look lovely dressed all in white, as “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”.

“Let it Snow” and from all of us to all of you,

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

#3-9764 5th St., SidneyPh: 250-656-0111 Toll Free: 1-888-450-3982

www.harbordinsurance.com

Sidney would look lovely dressed all in white,as “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”.

“White Christmas?”


9769 Fifth Street, Sidney

250-656-3314

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Pat into a greased jelly-roll pan and bake at 325º for approximately 1 hour. Cut into squares.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups oats

• 2 cups whole wheat fl our

• 4 eggs or egg replacer

• 1/3 cup corn oil

• 3/4 cup molasses

• 1 cup rice

• 1 can pumpkin

“Pets are a part of the family. They need treats for this holiday

season too!”

BrowniesBow Wow

Sidney’s Pet Centre

9769 Fifth Street, Sidney

& Aquatics

Thank you to all our customers for your patronage and support this year. We look forward to taking care of all your hearing needs in the New Year.

Happy Holidays!

Cranberry Christmas Cookies1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a cookie sheet.2. In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup softened butter, 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until fl uffy. Add the entire jar of

ingredients, and mix together by hand until well blended. Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.3. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until edges start to brown. Cool on baking sheets, or remove to cool on wire racks.

Ingredients:

• 5/8 cup all-purpose fl our• 1/2 cup rolled oats• 1/2 cup all-purpose fl our• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda• 1/2 teaspoon salt• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar• 1/3 cup white sugar• 1/2 cup dried cranberries• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions:

Layer the ingredients in a 1 quart jar, attach a tag with the following cooking instructions, and give to all your favorite people.

Donna M. StewartAudiologist/Owner

Cranberry Merry Christmas Cookies(Santa’s Favourites!)

Hear Central Saanich � 7159A W Saanich Rd. � 778-426-4876

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HolidayCrunch Ingredients:

• 125 ml shelled, chopped salted macadamia nuts• 125 ml shelled pistachios, chopped• 500 ml sugar • 125 ml corn syrup• 60 ml water • 30 ml salted butter• 5 ml pure vanilla extract • 2 ml baking soda • 1 tsp coarse salt

Switch to any kindof nut you like!

Directions:1. Toast chopped macadamia nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly golden. Mix in pistachios. Put away. Grease a baking sheet with

butter and set aside.2. In a medium-size heavy saucepan, mix sugar, corn syrup and water over medium heat. Stir occasionally until dissolved. Try to prevent bits of

sugar from hardening on the pan’s sides. Cook 10 min. until “soft ball” or candy thermometer reads 112°C.3. Mix butter into the sugar mixture and cook for about 10 to 15 min. longer. Now mixture is at the “hard crack” stage. 150°C. Remove from heat.4. Quickly work a spatula (heat proof) to stir in vanilla, nuts and baking soda then pour onto baking sheet. Spreading evenly, sprinkle with salt and

set in a cool place. Make sure your brittle is cold before you crack it.


Jan. 14/2012

250-652-4274 pacificpaintcentres.com2065b Keating Xrd, Saanichton BC

Pacific Paint Centre


• Minutes to BC & Washington State Ferries and Victoria International Airport • Easy 25 minute drive to Downtown Victoria • Long-term rates with kitchens available for winter season • Pet friendly • High speed internet • Whirlpool, sauna, fi tness equipment• Licensed Family Restaurant on site

Closest Best Western to Butchart Gardens & BC Ferries

Each Best Western® Branded Hotel is independently Owned and Operated. Best Western and the Best Western marks are service marks or registered service marks of Best Western International, Inc. ©2011 Best Western International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Best Western PLUS Emerald Isle Motor Inn2306 Beacon Ave., Sidney, BC

250.656.4441 • 1.800.315.3377 • bwemeraldisle.com

Great Food AnytimeWhether it’s a light meal at midday,

an afternoon snack or a hearty dinner,Smitty’s satisfi es every time!

Serving great food in Canada since 1960, in Sidney since 1985.

250-656-24232306 Beacon Ave. in Sidney(Next to the Best Western PLUS

Emerald Isle)

Sidney-by-the-Sea

Ingredients:

• 1 can re-fried beans• 1 cup salsa (make it hot)• 1 tsp ground cumin• 1/2 tsp garlic powder• 500 ml sour cream• 1 taco seasoning (your choice)• 1 bunch green onions• 2 tomatoes• 2 cups shredded cheddar• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack

DirectionsBottom layer: mix together beans, salsa, cumin, garlic powder. Spread on large flat dish 1/2” thick.Middle layer: mix together sour cream, taco seasoning and spread over bean layer.Top layer: sprinkle the cheese, then top with your chopped green onions and tomatoes.Cover and chill for about 30 minutes. Serve cold with tortilla chips.

Bean DipFiestaSome like it hot!Add Jalepenos or Habinearo peppers

if you dare...


• personal care • meal prep • shopping

• housekeeping & laundry • general maintenance

• companionship & respite care

• transportation & customized outings

. . . and any other service that you may require.

The most precious gifts this season are not on any list . . .

Sidney SeniorCare knows that there

are more important gifts to give than

those wrapped in festive packages.

Let’s spread some comfort and joy to

our seniors in the spirit of the season,

and make their holiday brighter this

year. SSC can help you do that with

in-home support and fl exible services

that will ensure a better quality of life

no matter what the time of year.

Flexible Service Available 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week

9752 Third Street, Sidney 250-656-7176 OR 250-589-0010 www.sidneyseniorcare.com

Come visit our Seniors DayCare & Educational Centre located right next door.


If you are looking to lose weight, improve athletic performance or just want to feel better, join Michelle Bourgeois, BCRPA Personal Training and Certified Sports Nutrition Advisor for this personalized package

focused on improving your diet to help you meet your goals!

Each package consists of an initial consultation with body fat analysis and measurements, nutrition plan instruction, and submission of food journals plus follow-up sessions that will include meal suggestions and planning, recipes, information on diet composition, nutrients

and a reassessment of initial measurements.

Package 1: 1 initial consultation & 4 follow up sessions $239/private $329/semi private

Package 2: 1 initial consultation & 7 follow up sessions plus 3 - 1hr personal training sessions as well as information on sweeteners, organics and alkaline/acid balance in

the body. $439/private $599/semi private

*Packages expire 6 months after first session and are non-transferable. 250.656.7271www.panoramarecreation.ca

Ingredients:

• 1 lemon • 1 navel orange • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 garlic clove, minced • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper fl akes • 30 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined • Salt Method:

• Cut the zest from the whole lemon, then peel and chop half of the fruit. Cut the zest from half of the orange, then peel and chop half of the fruit. Place lemon and orange zests and chopped fruits in a medium bowl. Add oil, garlic, black pepper, and pepper fl akes; stir to combine. Add shrimp and toss to coat well. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator.

• Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove shrimp from marinade, allowing bits of citrus to stick. Discard marinade. Season shrimp lightly with salt; grill until shrimp is opaque and cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Squeeze a little fresh lemon or orange juice (or a combination of both) from the remaining fruit halves over the shrimp just before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.

• Makes 10 (3-piece) servings

• Nutrition at a Glance - Per serving: 60 calories, 4.5 g fat, 0.5 g saturated fat, 4 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate, 0 g fi ber, 25 mg sodium

• Make-Ahead: Shrimp can be marinated up to 1 day in advance and grilled up to 6 hours ahead. Refrigerate grilled shrimp until ready to use; bring to room temperature before serving.

Spicy CitrusWanting to enjoy the festive season in a healthy way?Try this fl avourful Shrimp appetizer with some crisp veggie sticks on the side and avoid the holiday bulge!

Prep: 15 min. Marinate: 30 minutes or overnight Cook: 10 min.

Shrimp


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Try Epicure’s Extraordinary Cheese DipTM Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 20–30 min Makes: 3 cups (750 ml)

1 — 8 oz (250 g) pkg spreadable cream cheese½ cup (125 ml) grated cheddar cheese½ cup (125 ml) grated mozzarella cheese1 cup (250 ml) light mayonnaise1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s Seasoning for Cheese, Chives & Bacon Dip1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s Lemon Dilly Dip Mix1 tsp (5 ml) Epicure’s 3 Onion Dip Mix

1. Preheat oven to 350° F (175° C).

2. Combine all ingredients until well-blended and spoon into Epicure’s Baker.

3. Bake 20–30 minutes, or until heated through.

4. Serve with crackers and fresh vegetables.

Health Tip: Lighten up! Prepare recipe with low-fat cheeses.

All the ingredients for delicious holiday entertaining!

We’re ready for you!

9810 Seventh Street 250.656.0946

Find scrumptous recipes for all your holiday entertaining at thriftyfoods.com

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