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BEAN SALAD

CREAM CHEESE ANDPARMESAN ASPARAGUS

HOLIDAY BROCCOLI SALAD

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Creative ways to reuse Christmas cardsRoughly 1.6 billion

Christmas cards, including boxed cards, are purchased in a given year. That’s quite a lot of cards to address and mail, and many festive greetings for recipients to read and display. With so much money and effort put into sharing Christmas greetings, some people may wonder how they can prolong the merriment offered by these cards. Here are some creative ways to put Christmas cards to new use once this holiday season has come and gone.

• Make your own gift tags. Christmas card stock is the perfect medium to turn into gift tags for presents. Cut the cards into squares or rectangles or use a stencil to create whatever shape you desire. Then use a hole punch to create a space for ribbon or another tie. Use the tag to dress up gifts with something more unique than self-stick tags. • Get magnetized. All it takes is a scissor, some glue and sheets of magnet for a decorative and fun craft project. Turn favorite Christmas cards into mementos that can be saved year after year, which also will dress up refrigerators or other magnetic surfaces. This idea works well for photo greeting cards as well. • Make Christmas card ornaments. Use the cards to create uniquely shaped ornaments for the tree. Cards can be turned into block shapes and hung with ribbon. Another idea is to punch out circles or ovals from the cards and tile them on a foam egg to look like a multicolored pine cone. Explore your creative side and decorate your tree at the same time.

• Create greeting card garlands. Display cards by stringing them together and hanging them from the mantle or another prominent area. If cards are too large, punch out large circles from the cards and then attach those disks to heavy thread. • Decorate your packages. Instead of overspending on preprinted gift bags, make your own. Buy plain bags in a solid color and then embellish them with cutout patterns or pictures from Christmas cards. • Frame favorite cards. Make greeting cards a permanent part of holiday decor by framing the most decorative ones you receive. Use these frames year after year and put them on display with other holiday decorations.

• Make a wine bottle gift tag. Use a 11⁄4-inch hole punch to create an opening for the neck of a wine bottle on a piece of folded card stock. Glue a greeting card to the portion of the card stock that will lay flush with the wine bottle and you have a decorative wine tag.

• Shred older cards for confetti. Fill gift boxes or bags with homemade confetti made from recycled Christmas cards.

Make your own holiday ornamentsHoliday decorating is a big part of the holiday season. Bins

are taken out of the attic or garage, and decorations are once again given their opportunity to shine for several weeks before being packed away again.Among the many decorations families use to deck the halls are ornaments that were made by hand. This year creating homemade ornaments can be a crafty project that helps families make new holiday memories.Christmas tree ornaments come in all shapes and sizes and often tell the stories of holiday traditions. There are several different ways to create personalized, do-it-yourself ornaments and leave the cheap, easily broken ornaments from the dollar stores behind.

Photo ornamentsFun photo ornaments showcase how a family has changed and grown over the years. Experiment with different ways to create these ornaments. You can glue a photo to a ceramic ornament and cover it with decoupage glaze to set it permanently. Try purchasing clear, glass ornaments, then remove the top of the ornament, which is usually spring-loaded, before slipping a photo inside and replacing the top. You also can laminate a photo, punch a hole in the top and affix a ribbon.

Ceramic ornamentsThe popularity of paint-it-yourself pottery has led to an increase in ceramic and crafts shops across the country. During the holiday season such shops offer many holiday items that can be painted. Often the store will then fire the pieces after they are painted so that they are shiny and hardened for display.Those who want to do their painting at home can visit their local craft or hobby shop, where typically there are unfinished ceramic ornaments that can be painted with acrylic paints found right in the next aisle. A finishing coat of clear glaze will help protect the ornaments from year to year.

Wood craftsMany of today’s craft centers have expanded to include sections devoted to unfinished wood items. Everything from letters to animal cutouts to boxes and rocking horses can be purchased and finished. Turn keepsake boxes into painted and ribbon-adorned gift boxes. Stain a treasure chest that can be used to store reindeer snacks for Santa’s crew. Turn small decorative pieces into ornaments for the tree. Paint and affix wood initials onto stocking holders to identify to whom each stocking belongs. Crafty individuals also can turn plain wood plaques into signs with clever sayings, such as “Park your sleigh here.”

Scavenge around the houseYoung children can use any medium for making ornaments. Garlands made of macaroni or popcorn are traditional. Fabric scraps can be sewn and stuffed with potpourri for homemade scent satchels. Hand-drawn pictures can be made and laminated and hung on the tree.The only obstacle with regard to DIY ornaments is a limited imagination. Homemade items can add whimsy and a personal touch to the holiday season.


Keep poinsettias looking great through the holidaysAlong with the fragrant evergreens and

twinkling lights synonymous with the holidayseason, poinsettias make up a key component of holiday decorating.Unlike holly and some of the other greenery that is commonly associated with the holidays,poinsettias do not naturally thrive in the colder temperatures. These plants originate in southern Mexico and were considered an exotic plant when first introduced to the United States by Joel Robert Poinsett, the first American ambassador to Mexico.Poinsettias can be fickle plants and ones that gardening novices may find challenging to maintain. The plants are comprised of green foliage, colorful (often red) flower bracts, and the actual flowers of the plants, which are the red or green buttonlike parts nestled in the center of the bracts.Because they are a tropical plant, poinsettias can be damaged by exposure to low temperatures, even if they are only exposed for short periods of time. They should be wrapped and protected against the elements when brought home. For maximum plant life, poinsettias need to be placed near a warm, sunny window, or another area that has ample amounts of light. They thrive in temperatures between 60 and 75 F and should be kept away from warm or cold drafts.Water the plant whenever the surface feels dry to the touch. Water until it drains out the bottom, but don’t let the plant sit in water. Over- or under-watering can cause leaves to drop prematurely and wilt. If your home lacks in humidity, you may need to water the plant more frequently. Poinsettias do not need to be fertilized while the plant is in bloom. The Ohio State University Extension says poinsettias can be reflowered the following Christmas, but unless a yearlong schedule of care is observed, the results usually are not good. You can speak with a gardening expert or consult online resources for the proper care schedule. Caring for a poinsettia year-round involves gradually drying out the plant and storing it in a cool location. The plant later will be moved outdoors and then back inside and pruned to keep a full shape. Poinsettias are short-day plants, which means they flower about 10 weeks after the daylight shortens to about 12 hours or less. Therefore, to have the plant in full flower by Christmas, it will have to be kept in complete darkness between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. from the first part of October until Thanksgiving. Many people find the affordability of poinsettias makes it more convenient to buy new ones each year than try to foster regrowth.

Contrary to popular belief, poinsettias are not poisonous to humans or animals, but they should not be ingested due to the potential for allergic reactions. Poinsettias can help remove pollutants from indoor air, which is advantageous during the winter months when doors and windows are typically kept closed.Select plants that have dark green foliage and no low or damaged leaves. This ensures the best success for keeping poinsettias looking healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season.


Make A Pallet Christmas TreeYou will need several boards from broken down pallets:- Hammer- Stiff wire brush- Gloves- Saw- Measuring tape- Carpenter’s square screwdriver or

drill with screwdriver bit- 1 inch craft screws- White latex paint- Water- Paint brush- Old newspaper or drop cloth.

Break pallets apart carefully and pick10good pieces from the top and bottom ofthe pallets. Look for pieces with characterincluding knots and roughness. Clean thepieces by gently scraping them with thewire brush.Brush away any debris.

You will need one long pallet board in good condition as the center of the tree.Cut the remaining boards into thefollowing lengths for the branches:

1 - 20” board1 - 18” board1 - 16” board1 - 14” board1 - 12” board

For the base you will need:2 - 8” boards2 - 5.5” boards

Place the pieces for the branches on the floor from smallest to largest, leaving about 1.5” to 2” between each. Lay the center piece on top of them and distributethe pieces below evenly, leaving about 8-9” below the bottombranch for the trunk.

Use 1” craft screws through the center of

the tree and into the branches. Use two ews for each branch (one on either and one higher than the other) to secure.

Attach one of the 8” base boards to the front of the tree trunk. The edge of the base board should be flush with the side of the trunk. Use 2 craft screws to attach through the front of the base board and into the trunk. Repeat for the back, but point the excess in the opposite direction of the front board.

Attach a 5.5” base board by pressing the end of it flush against the back base board. The back side of the 5.5” board should be against the side of the trunk and end of the front base board. Use 2 craft screws to attach through the side base board and into the trunk and end of the front base board. Repeat for the otherside base board on the back side.

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Tips to prolong the life of your Christmas treeChristmas trees are symbols of the holiday

season and the spirit of giving that the season champions. Choosing and decorating a Christmastree is a tradition for many families, and depending on the trees they choose, families may have some work to do to keep their trees glowing all season long.Artificial Christmas trees require little, if any, maintenance. But live Christmas trees, which some people feel are more authentic and welcoming than their artificial counterparts, require daily maintenance. In addition to supplying the tree with water at least once per day, live Christmas tree owners can take these steps to prolong the life of their trees.• Protect the tree on the way home. Your tree might be vulnerable to damage as you transport it from the farm to your living room. Unwrapped trees placed atop vehicles can be dried out by the wind. Prevent wind damage by wrapping the tree if you plan to place it atop your vehicle. If possible, lay the tree in the bed of a pickup truck and close the cover over the bed. If you don’t have access to a pickup truck but can use a minivan or SUV to transport your tree, see if the tree fits inside your vehicle. If it doesn’t, wrap it tightly in a blanket or another form of cover, making sure the cover won’t blow off in the wind when you hit the open road.• Have the tree cut before you take it off the lot. If you typically purchase your tree from a florist or tree lot instead of a tree farm, then remember to ask the seller to recut the stem of the tree before you take it home. Tree farm trees are freshly cut, but trees sold away from the farm might have been chopped down weeks before they are ultimately sold. During the interval between being cut down and sold, trees’ vascular systems can clog and prevent the tree from getting the water it needs to survive the season. A fresh cut of the stem unclogs the system and ensures the tree will be able to consume water.• Avoid placing the tree near heaters or drafty windows. Many people know that placing a live tree near a potentially hot heating vent poses a fire hazard. But doing so also can dry out the tree, decreasing the chances it will make it through the season. Placing the tree near drafty windows also can dry out the tree, so try to find a spot in your home with a consistent temperature.• Water the tree often. Christmas trees need lots of water to make it through the season. You may notice the water in the tree stand disappears quickly when you first bring the tree home. That’s because freshly cut trees will consume more water than trees that were cut several weeks ago. As the season goes on and the tree’s vascular system begins to clog, you might not need to water the tree as much as you did when you first brought it home. But check the tree’s water stand twice per day when you first bring it home, refilling the stand with water whenever necessary.A few tricks of the trade can help holiday celebrants maintain lush, awe-inspiring Christmas trees throughout the holiday season.


Simple ways to dress up your home for the holidays

The holiday season is rife with traditions that focus on fun and family. One such testament to the festive spirit of the holiday season is the many homes and businesses decorated with the lights and colors that have become synonymous with the season.Decorating for the holiday season can be time-consuming. While decking the halls may not consume as much time as holiday shopping and wrapping presents, according to data from a 2013 American Time Use Survey, interior and exterior decorating for the holidays may consume anywhere from 2.5 to 3 hours per session. Holiday decorating includes things as simple as setting up a menorah or as complex as stringing lights on the exterior of a home. Though elaboratedisplays can take hours to erect, time-crunched holiday celebrants can still create festive, welcoming displays.• Hang holiday wreaths. Holiday enthusiasts without much time to decorate can invest in a couple of holiday wreaths, which can be dressed up as much or as little as celebrants prefer. If you do not have the time to string lights on the house, wrap them around wreaths hung in windows or hang the wreaths on a home’s main entrance. Celebrants who want to go a less traditional route can hang wreaths made of holly, citrus fruits, ribbons, or any other greenery instead of the more customary evergreen wreaths.• Decorate with ornaments. Ornaments are not exclusive to Christmas trees. Fill a vase or bowl with metallic ornaments and place it in a prominent location, such as a busy hallway or the foyer of your home. Hang ornaments on clear filament from the mantle or within the main window of the house, where they can reflect tree lights and add sparkle.• Bring in more greenery. Drape evergreen boughs on staircase handrailings or on the mantle, or use greenery to frame doorways. The scent will be inviting and things instantly will look more festive.• Use throws and decorative pillows. Change the look of a room with holiday-colored decor if you do not want to clutter the space with knickknacks. A red and green blanket draped over the sofa can give off a comforting holiday vibe.• Focus on the front door and entryway. Celebrants who do not have the time to decorate their entire homes can create a warm, inviting space by decorating their front doors and entryways. Place greenery, bows, tinsel, lights, and winter-inspired accessories by the front door so friends and family visiting for the season catch the holiday spirit the moment they walk through the door.• Place LED candles in windows. Rather than contending with twinkle lights and electric cords, homeowners can employ battery-operated faux candles to create a homey appeal in windows and hallways throughout their homes.Simplify holiday decorating with some easy tips to make houses cozy and festive.


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Ingredients:2 (3-oz.) boxes strawberry gelatin1 c. granulated sugar1 c. hot waterZest of 1 orange2 large oranges, peeled, segments removed1 (20-oz.) can crushed pineapple, undrained2 c. fresh cranberries, chopped fine1 red apple, finely chopped1 c. pecans, finely chopped

Instructions:Mix gelatin, sugar, and hot water in a large bowl, stirring to dissolve.Add orange zest.Place the oranges horizontally on the cutting board. Slice off both ends of the oranges. Stand the orange up on one of the cut ends. Cut the orange peel and pith off around the entire orange, from top to bottom, so the fruit is exposed. Hold the orange over a bowl to collect any juice. Place your knife in between the segments of the oranges and cut each section away from the membranes so no pith or membrane remains on the pieces of fruit. Squeeze all juice from remaining orange. Chop orange pieces and add to gelatin mixture.Place cranberries in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped and add to the gelatin mixture.Stir in pineapple, apple and pecans. Mix well and refrigerate.appetizers warm, After you top the cream cheese with the olive mixture return to the oven for about 6 minutes, or until warm. Remove from oven, add tomato, if desired, and serve.

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Ingredients:1-quart green beans, drained1 (15 to 16-oz.) can garbanzo beans, drained1 (15 to 16-oz.) can red kidney beans, drained1/2 c. chopped onion1/2 c. chopped bell pepper1/2 c. granulated sugar1/2 c. apple cider vinegar1/2 c. canola oil1 tsp. salt1 tsp. celery seed, optional

Instructions:Pour beans, onions, and bell pepper into a large bowl, set aside.In a small saucepan add the sugar, vinegar, oil, salt, and celery seeds. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Pour over the bean mixture and stir to combine.Refrigerate overnight.


Store spices in a cool, dark place, not above your stove. Humidity, light and heat will cause herbs and spices to lose their flavor.


Ingredients:1 puff pastry sheetFlour for dusting10 pieces asparagus, ends trimmed5-oz. cream cheese, at room temperature1 egg, beatenGrated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.Roll the puff pastry sheet out and layer generously with cream cheese.Cut the pastry into 10 strips.Wrap one strip around each piece of asparagus and place on the baking pan.Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.


When you deep-fry, hold each piece of food with long tongs as you add it to the oil. Hold it just below the oil’s surface for five seconds before releasing it. This will seal the exterior and stop it from sticking to the pot or the other food.


Ingredients:1 to 1 1/2 lb. fresh broccoli1 c. mayonnaise1/4 c. granulated sugar1/4 c. red wine vinegar1/2 tsp. salt1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper1/2 c. dried cranberries1/4 c. dried apricots, diced4-oz. extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded1 (2.25-oz.) pkg. slivered almonds, toasted1/4 c. small onion, diced

Instructions:Cut broccoli stalks away from flowerets. Peel stalks and dice. Cut broccoliflowerets into bite-size pieces. Place prepared broccoli into a large bowl and set aside.In a small bowl, add the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth, set aside.Add dried cranberries, apricots and onions to the bowl of broccoli. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture and toss to coat.Serve immediately or refrigerate.Just before serving add the almonds and shredded cheese and stir to combine.



Ingredients:Tart Shells:1/2 c. unsalted butter, softened1/3 c. granulated sugar1 egg white1 1/4 c. all-purpose flourFilling:2 eggs1/3 c. granulated sugar1 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted and cooled1 large lemonPowdered sugar, optional

Instructions:Preheat oven to 325 F. Spray cups of mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray, set aside.In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg white and blend well. Add flour; mix just until well blended. Using a small scoop drop level scoops of dough into the muffin cups. Press dough into the cups to make a shell.For the filling, lightly whisk the eggs in a small bowl. Whisk in sugar and butter. Zest lemon and add 2 tsp. zest and 3 tbsp. juice of the lemon; mix well. Distribute filling evenly among 24 tart shells.Bake 20 to 22 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool in pan 5 minutes. Carefully remove to a cooling rack and cool completely.Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Sprinkle with powdered sugar just before serving.



Ingredients:1 (12-oz) can evaporated milk1 (14.4-oz.) box graham crackers, crushed1 (11-oz.) box vanilla wafers, crushed2 (1-oz.) bags mini marshmallows1 (10-oz.) jar maraschino cherries, drained and cut in half 1 lb. walnuts, chopped1 lb. pecans, chopped1 (12-oz.) box raisins, optional1 c. flaked coconut, optional

Instructions:In a Dutch oven, melt marshmallows with evaporated milk, stirring constangly. Stir in graham cracker crumbs, vanilla wafer crumbs and mix well. Add cherries, nuts, raisins, and coconut and mix well.

To make rolls, divide mixture into the number of cake rolls you want. Place mixture in the center of a strip of wax paper and fold wax paper over. Start rolling and shaping the mixture with your hands until you can the size cake you prefer. Roll in wax paper and store in a plastic ziptop bag.

If you prefer to use a tube pan, line a pan with wax paper. Press the cake mixture into the pan. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Unmold and serve.

Cake or rolls can be frozen if wrapped tightly.



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Ingredients:24 slices French bread, cut 1/4-inch thick3 tbsp. olive oil1 c. chopped pitted ripe olives1/2 c. chopped pimento-stuffed green olives2 garlic cloves, pressed1 tbsp. Italian salad dressing (I use Olive Garden brand)3/4 c. cream cheese, room temperatureCherry tomatoes, cut into quarters, optional

Instructions:Preheat oven to 375 F. Place bread slices on baking sheet. Lightly brush tops of bread slices with olive oil. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp. Remove bread from oven and set aside.Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix olives, garlic, and dressing.Spread cream cheese evenly over toast slices. Top with a tablespoon olive mixture. Garnish with a cherry tomato, if desired.

Notes:*You may use all pitted ripe olives or all pimento-stuffed green olives, if desired.

*If you prefer to serve these appetizers warm, After you top the cream cheese with the olive mixture return to the oven for about 6 minutes, or until warm. Remove from oven, add tomato, if desired, and serve.



Ingredients:2 1/2 c. pecans, toasted and finely chopped1 c. graham cracker crumbs1 c. light brown sugar1/2 tsp. salt2 tbsp. maple syrup1/4 c. light corn syrup1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract1 pkg. Candiquik candy coating, white chocolate or chocolate or combination

Instructions:In a medium bowl combine the pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and salt.Add maple syrup, corn syrup, and vanilla and mix well.Refrigerate mixture for 15 minutes.Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Remove pecan mixture from the refrigerator and roll into 1-inch balls. (I use a scoop to get all of the truffles the same size.) Place on the wax paper and return to the refrigerator for 30 minutes.Melt Candiquik according to package directions.Coat truffles with chocolate and return to the wax paper. Return to the refrigerator to allow the coating to harden.


For best results when you’re baking, make sure butter and eggs are at room temperature before you begin.


Ingredients:1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter1 c. chopped onion2 stalks celery, chopped1 (10-inch) pan cooked cornbread2 c. toasted white bread, cut into 1-inch pieces2 c. Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Classic Stuffing2 to 4 c. chicken brothsalt and pepper, to taste1 - 2 tsp. poultry seasoning4 eggs, beaten

Instructions:Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray muffin pan with nonstick spray and set aside.Melt butter in a large skillet. Add onion and celery and cook over low heat until tender.Crumble the cornbread into a large bowl. Add the toasted bread and the stuffing. Pour the onion, celery, and butter mixture over the top. Add 2 c. of the broth and mix well. Add salt and pepper, poultry seasoning, and eggs. Mix well. Mixture should be the consistency of a thick chili. If it’s too thick add additional chicken broth, a little at a time, until correct consistency is reached.Scoop into prepared muffin pan, filling each to top. Bake at 350¡ F for about 40 minutes.Remove from oven and let stand in pan for about 3 minutes before gently turning out onto a clean kitchen towel. Plate and serve.



Ingredients:Nonstick baking spray2 3/4 c. all-purpose flour2 tsp. baking soda2 tsp. ground cinnamon1 tsp. salt1/2 tsp. ground ginger1/4 tsp. ground cloves1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature2 c. light brown sugar, packed2 large eggs, room temperature2 c. no-sugar applesauce1 tsp. vanilla extract

Instructions:Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray a 10-cup bundt pan well with nonstick baking spray and place it on a large baking pan, set aside.Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg in a large bowl.In the bowl of an electric mixer beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, until incorporated. Alternate adding the flour mixture and the applesauce, beginning and ending with the flour mixture, being careful not to overmix.Pour batter into prepared bundt pan. Place the baking pan/bundt pan ontomiddle rack in preheated oven. Bake 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted inmiddle comes out clean.Cool completely before inverting on a cake plate. Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.



Ingredients:3 lb. sweet potatoes1/2 of a 14-oz. can sweetened condensed milk1/2 to 3/4 c. granulated sugar, to taste1/4 tsp. salt1/2 vanilla bean1/4 c. butterTopping:1 c. light brown sugar, packed1/2 c. all-purpose flour1/3 c. cold butter, cut into cubes1 c. chopped nuts, optional

Instructions:Peel and slice potatoes. In a Dutch oven, cover potatoes with water and cook until tender. Drain, add back to pot.While the potatoes are cooking melt 1/4 c. butter in a small pan. Scrape the vanilla seeds from the bean and add the beans and the pod to the butter. Heat for 30 seconds, gently stirring. Remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes. Remove the pod and discard.To the cooked and drained potatoes add the vanilla butter, sweetened condensed milk, sugar (to taste), and salt. Use a potato masher to combine well.Pour potatoes into a greased casserole dish, set aside.To make the topping mix the sugar and flour together in a large bowl. Add the butter and work the mixture together using your hands of a pastry blender. Add chopped pecans, if desired, and mix. Sprinkle evenly over the potato mixture.Bake in a 375 F oven for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown.



Ingredients:5 c. peeled and diced turnips (about 3 lb.)1 tsp. salt1 tsp. sugar2 tbsp. butter1 minced garlic clove1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme2 tbsp. all-purpose flour1 1/2 c. milk1 tsp. saltpinch freshly ground black pepper3/4 c. shredded Cheddar cheese1/4 c. dry bread crumbs

Instructions:Place diced turnips in a Dutch oven. Add 1 tsp. salt and 1 tsp. sugar, cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender. Drain, set aside.Melt butter in a large skillet. Add garlic and thyme and cook for 1 minute. Add flour, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Add salt, pepper, and cheese, stirring until the cheese melts. Add turnips and stir to coat.Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 1 1/2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs. Bake at 350 F for 20 to 25 minutes.



Ingredients:7 c. water2 cinnamon sticks1/2 tsp. whole cloves1 family size tea bag6-oz. unsweetened pineapple juiceJuice of 2 orangesJuice of 1 1/2 lemons

Instructions:In a Dutch oven, combine the water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and tea bag. Bring to a boil. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 30 minutes.Remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and tea bag. Shake the pineapple juice well and add to the boiled mixture. Add juice of oranges and lemons. Stir to combine.Serve warm with a cinnamon stick. Set up a serving bar with sugar cubes, honey and Splenda and/or Stevia.Store in refrigerator.


Ingredients:4 c. whole milk2 tbsp. granulated sugar2 tbsp. light brown sugar1 1/2 whole vanilla beans, split in half lengthwiseWhipped Cream, for garnish, optionalGround nutmeg, for dusting, optional

Instructions:In a large saucepan, combine the milk and both sugars. Scrape the vanilla seeds from the middle of the beans into the saucepan and also add the split beans.Bring the milk to a simmer; cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 30 minutes to allow the vanilla to flavor the milk.Discard the vanilla beans and rewarm the milk over moderate heat, whisking vigorously, until frothy and warm. Serve in mugs with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.


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