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Christmas Carols SILVER BELLS Silver Bells, Silver Bells It’s Christmas time in the city Ring-a-ling, hear them ring Soon it will be Christmas Day City sidewalks Busy sidewalks Dressed in holiday style In the air there’s A feeling of Christmas Children laughing People passing
Meeting smile after smile And on every Street corner you’ll hear Silver Bells, Silver Bells It’s Christmas time in the city Ring-a-ling, hear them sing Soon it will be Christmas Day Strings of street lights Even stoplights Blink a bright red and green
As the shoppers rush home With their treasures Hear the snow crunch See the kids bunch This is Santa’s big scene And above all This bustle you’ll here
Silver Bells, Silver Bells It’s Christmas time in the city Ring-a-ling, hear them sing Soon it will be Christmas Day
Silver Bells, Silver Bells It’s Christmas time in the city Ring-a-ling, hear them sing Soon it will be Christmas Day
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Eggnog Fudge Makes 64 pieces • • • • • •
3 cups (750 ml) granulated sugar 1 cup (250 ml) eggnog 1 tbsp (15 ml) corn syrup 2 tbsp (25 ml) butter 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla 1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped walnuts
GLAZE • 1/4 cup (50 ml) semisweet chocolate chips • 1 tsp (5 ml) butter
I m m e d i a t e l y remove from heat; let cool to lukewarm, 110°F (43°C), without stirring. Using wooden spoon, beat in butter and vanilla, beating until very thick and no longer shiny. Quickly stir in nuts. Spread in greased 8-inch (2 l) square cake pan.
PREPARATION:
TIP: If fudge sets too quickly before spreading in pan, Grease sides of large heavy saucepan. Add sugar; stir in reheat gently over low heat just until soft enough to spread. eggnog and corn syrup. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until boiling. Glaze: Melt together chocolate chips and butter. Drizzle Cook, stirring only if necessary to prevent sticking, until over fudge. Score into 1-inch (2.5 cm) squares while warm; candy thermometer reaches soft-ball stage of 238°F let cool completely and cut into squares. (115°C), and when 1/2 tsp (2ml) syrup dropped into very cold water forms soft ball that flattens on removal from Fudge can be layered between waxed paper in airtight container and stored for up to two weeks. water.
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Mini Cheese Ball Bites Makes 12 8 1 3 1 1 1⁄2 1⁄4 12
ounces light cream cheese, softened cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese tablespoons drained, chopped pimentos teaspoon garlic powder teaspoon paprika Pinch kosher salt Pinch freshly ground black pepper cup crushed pecans cup chopped chives pretzel sticks
In a large bowl, stir together the cream cheese, cheddar, pimentos, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Place the crushed pecans and chives in a small bowl. Set aside. Roll the cheese mixture into twelve 1-inch balls. Evenly coat each ball with the pecan-chive mixture. Press a pretzel stick into the top of each cheese ball just before serving. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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Santa’s Magic Potion (Eggnog and Baileys) Yield: 1 drink Time to take a break, use up the last of your eggnog, and put your feet up for a minute. The combo of Baileys and eggnog is a winner. Smooth, creamy, just sweet enough, and it hits the spot. I like to sprinkle mine with a pinch of nutmeg and cinnamon for added flavor. A perfect after dinner drink that Santa will enjoy. INGREDIENTS: 4 parts eggnog 2 to 4 parts Baileys, to taste ice cubes, optional nutmeg, for sprinkling cinnamon, for sprinkling DIRECTIONS: To a large glass add the eggnog, Baileys to taste, and optionally add ice. Stir to combine. Evenly and lightly sprinkle with nutmeg and cinnamon. Serve immediately. Recipe is intended for those for whom it’s legal and appropriate to drink alcohol, always drink responsibly.
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Eating and drinking are an important part of the holidays for most of us. As so many parties are organized at this time of year, here are a few suggestions for cocktails which are sure to impress your family and friends. Start with a drink to match the colours of Christmas; the Tikka Dream, with its explosive mix of green and red. Put a few ice cubes in a gin glass and then pour in 60 ml of melon liqueur. Fill the glass with cranberry juice, add a quarter of lime or lemon and a cocktail stick and then listen to the gasps of admiration. However, if you don’t want to spend most of the evening making drinks for everyone instead of having fun with your friends, why not make it easy on yourself and concoct a bowl of punch from which everyone can serve themselves. To do this you will need the following ingredients: a quarter bottle of orange liqueur and rum, half a bottle of cognac, half a litre of pineapple juice, half a litre of grapefruit juice, a litre of orange juice, two teaspoons of sugar as well as two bottles of sparkling wine. Get out your biggest bowl, pour everything in except the sparkling wine and refrigerate the mixture for about two hours. When it’s time to serve the punch, add the chilled sparkling wine for a memorable punch. It’s so good people will be still talking about it next Christmas.
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The origins of some beloved holiday traditions Christmastime is here. The presents are being purchased and wrapped. The stockings will soon be hung on the fireplace mantle. Mistletoe is pinned above the front entryway, and poinsettias add rich color to home decor. Tradition is integral come the holiday season. Throughout the month of December, traditions fill people’s days and comprise the many reasons why individuals decorate, celebrate and dine the way they do this time of year. But few may know the origins of some of the most beloved holiday traditions. Christmas stockings The Christmas stockings of today may be a byproduct of various traditions. One such tradition dates back to a Dutch custom in which children would leave shoes full of food to feed St. Nicholas’ donkeys, and then St. Nicholas would leave small gifts in return. Another origin story of Christmas stockings can be traced to the 12th century, when nuns would leave socks full of nuts, fruit and tangerines for the poor. This is why some people still put tangerines in Christmas stockings.
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Christmas tree Christmas Trees are everywhere this time of year. The use of evergreen trees predates Christmas and is associated with the pagan festival of Saturnalia, which celebrated the agricultural god Saturn with partying and gift-giving. During the winter solstice, green branches served as a reminder that spring would arrive anew. Germans are credited with first bringing evergreens into their homes and decorating them.
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Santa Claus Santa Claus’ origin story can be traced to St. Nicholas, a Christian bishop who lived during the fourth century. St. Nicholas was very generous and gave away his fortune to help the needy. He also did various other good deeds. St. Nicholas became infamous and began to be known by various names around the world. The Dutch called him Sinter Klaas, which was eventually transformed to Santa Claus. The jolly persona came later when 20th century advertisers — especially the artists responsible for Coca-Cola ads — portrayed Santa in a red suit with a big smile.
Mistletoe Mistletoe is hung in doorways, and couples who stand beneath are encouraged to share a kiss. The tradition of hanging it in the house goes back to the times of the ancient Druids. Mistletoe was thought to bring good luck to a household and ward off evil spirits. The custom of kissing under mistletoe can be traced to England. Originally, a berry was picked from the sprig of mistletoe before the person could be kissed. When all the berries had gone, there could be no more kissing. Christmas bells Church bells ring for many special services, including Christmas mass. During Christmas midnight mass in the Catholic Church, the altar bells may be rung while the priest says the “Gloria.” Bells are part of caroling, and jingling bells are associated with sleighs and Santa’s reindeer. Christmas is rife with traditions that date back ages.
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AWAY IN A MANGER Away in a manger No crib for a bed The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head The stars in the sky looking down where He lay The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay Child in the manger, Infant of Mary Outcast and stranger, Lord of all Child who inherits All our transgressions All our demerits on Him fall
LET IT SNOW Once the most holy Child of salvation Gentle and lowly Now as our glorious Mighty Redeemer See Him victorious O’er each foe Prophets fortold Him Infant of wonder Angels behold Him On His throne Worthy our Savior Of all our praises Happy forever Are His own
Oh, the weather outside is frightful But the fire is so delightful And since we’ve no place to go Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow! It doesn’t show signs of stopping And I brought some corn for popping The lights are turned way down low Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow! When we finally kiss goodnight How I’ll hate going out in the storm! But if you really hold me tight All the way home I’ll be warm The fire is slowly dying And, my dear, we’re still goodbye-ing But as long as you love me so Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!
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Spiritual Christmas traditions to embrace The holiday season is a special and spiritual time of year. It can sometimes be easy to get lost in the more commercial aspects of the holiday season, and there’s certainly nothing wrong with shopping for gifts that will show your loved ones how much you love and appreciate them. For those who want to focus back on the spiritual side of this special time of year, the following suggestions can help in those efforts.
Share the story of Christmas The Gospels of Mark and Luke offer differing accounts of the birth of Jesus Christ. Both indicate that Jesus was born to Mary, who was engaged to Joseph, a carpenter. Mary became pregnant through immaculate conception, as she was a virgin when visited by an angel who informed her that she was to carry God’s son. At the time of Christ’s birth, all Jewish people had to be counted by Roman soldiers for tax purposes. That required people to return to their places of birth. As a result, Mary and Joseph set out on an arduous journey to Bethlehem. Upon arriving in Bethlehem, inns had no vacancies, but Mary and Joseph were given shelter in a stable where Jesus was ultimately born.
of faith, music and community spirit. But Christmas mass is not the only time to head to church. During Advent, the four-week period preceding Christmas, Catholics prepare and repent. Advent calendars help count down the days until Christmas. Set out a nativity scene Make a nativity scene the primary focus of Christmas decorations and encourage children to play with the figures and act out the Christmas story.
Attend Mass Churches traditionally hold religious services on Christmas Eve and Christmas. These services are joyful expressions
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Wherever you go this holiday season, may peace and good fortune be with you every step of the way.
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Focus on gifts for good Families can focus their energies on faithful endeavors and the spirit of giving that’s synonymous with the season. Do good deeds for others, embrace peace and love and share special time with others. Sing carols Spread the holiday spirit through song. Get together with a group of friends or neighbors and go door-to-door, or hold a caroling performance at a centralized location. Select religious hymns, but also include some secular favorites. The holiday season is a great time of year to reconnect with one’s faith and spirituality.
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Ingredients • 1 cup butter • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 cup chopped pecans • 1/3⅓ cup confectioners’ sugar for dusting, or as needed • 1/4 cup finely crushed peppermint candy canes (Optional) Step 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Step 2 Cream the butter with 1/2 cup of the confectioners’ sugar and the vanilla. Mix in the flour, pecans, and salt. Roll about 1 tablespoon or so of dough into balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
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Step 3 Bake in preheated oven until bottoms are golden, about 15 minutes. Do not allow these cookies to get too brown: it’s better to undercook them than to overcook them. While cookies are still hot, roll them in confectioners’ sugar. Once they have cooled, roll them in confectioners’ sugar once more.
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Turkey and Mushroom Casserole Here’s an excellent way to put your turkey leftovers to good use! If you have peas or corn left over as well, throw them in the skillet along with the other ingredients. A hearty, delicious and affordable meal — what more could you ask for?
INGREDIENTS • 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 cup milk • 2 tbsps. vegetable oil • 1 onion, chopped • 2 tbsps. butter • 2 tbsps. flour • 1 (8 oz.) package of white or brown mushrooms, quartered • 4 cups cooked pasta or egg noodles • 1/2 cup diced turkey leftovers • Salt and pepper • 1-1/2 cups grated cheese (mozzarella, cheddar or Swiss)
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DIRECTIONS 1. One hour before you start cooking, mix the garlic and milk together, then refrigerate. 2. Preheat the oven to 190 °C (375 °F). 3. In a large skillet, heat half of the vegetable oil and sauté the onions for five to seven minutes on low heat, but don’t let them brown. 4. At the same time, melt the butter over low heat in a small pot and add the flour. Cook for one to two minutes while stirring with a whisk. After removing and discarding the garlic from the refrigerated mixture, slowly add the milk and continue to whisk until you obtain a smooth béchamel-like sauce. 5. Remove the onions from the skillet and slightly increase the heat. Add the rest of the vegetable oil and the mushrooms. Sauté for five to seven minutes, until the mushrooms look golden brown. 6. Throw the onions back in the skillet. Add the noodles, turkey and béchamel sauce, and mix well. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper, to taste. 7. Pour the contents into an oven-safe casserole dish and sprinkle cheese on top. 8. Place the dish in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and browned, then serve!
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SILENT NIGHT Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
Silent night, holy night All is calm, all is bright Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child Holy Infant so tender and mild Sleep in heavenly peace Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace Sleep in heavenly peace Silent, silent night, holy, holy night Silent, silent night, holy, holy night All is calm, oh, all is bright
Silent night, holy night Shepherds quake at the sight Glories stream from heaven afar Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia Christ, the Savior is born Christ, the Savior is born
Silent, silent night, holy, holy night Silent, silent night, holy, holy night Oh, silent, silent night, holy, holy night All is calm, oh, all is bright
Silent night, holy night Son of God, love's pure light Radiant beams from Thy holy face With the dawn of redeeming grace
Tiny Child is sleeping Baby God, come to sing a song Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia
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Crustless pie a treat for those with gluten intolerance The holiday season is a popular time to entertain. Food is often a focal point of holiday season entertaining. Individuals who navigate food allergies or intolerances may shy away from certain celebrations out of fear that a nibble of this or a bite of that may trigger an allergic response. In such instances, concern about ingredients can cast a pall over normally festive occasions. Those with Celiac disease or gluten intolerances must be mindful of the foods they consume. Meals or desserts containing gluten, a protein found in grains like wheat, semolina, rye, barley, graham, spelt, farina, and more, can trigger intestinal distress and other symptoms. With delicious pies, cakes and cookies on the holiday serving table, gluten is likely to make an appearance. However, with careful planning, people who cannot stomach foods that contain gluten can still indulge in their favorite holiday flavors. “Crustless Libby’s® Famous Pumpkin Pie” is a variation on traditional pumpkin pie served at Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings. Without the crust, individuals who avoid gluten can still dive into that pumpkin-and-spice
combination that’s so popular around the holiday season. Enjoy this recipe, courtesy of Libby’s® Pumpkin.
Crustless Pumpkin Pie • • • • • • • •
Makes 8 servings 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 2 large eggs 1 can (15 ounces) Libby’s® 100% Pure Pumpkin 1 can (12 fluid ounces) Nestlé® Carnation Evaporated Milk Nonstick cooking spray Whipped cream (optional)
1. Preheat oven as directed below. Glass baking dishes without crust require a cooler oven, and in most cases, a longer baking time. 2. Spray baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or lightly
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grease bottom of baking pan or baking dish. 3. Mix sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger and cloves in a small bowl. Beat eggs in a large bowl. Stir in pumpkin and sugarspice mixture. Gradually stir in evaporated milk. 4. Bake as directed below or until a knife inserted near center comes out clean. 5. Cool on wire rack for 2 hours. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Cooking times 9-inch-round glass pie dish: 325 F; bake for 55 to 60 minutes 10-inch-round glass pie dish: 325 F; bake for 45 to 50 minutes 8-inch-round cake pan: 350 F; bake for 45 to 50 minutes 9-inch-round cake pan: 350 F; bake for 35 to 40 minutes 8-inch-square baking pan: 350 F; bake for 45 to 50 minutes 8-inch-square glass baking dish: 325 F; 50 to 60 minutes 9-inch-square baking dish: 350 F; bake for 35 to 40 minutes 11x7-inch glass baking dish: 325 F; bake for 45 to 50 minutes 13x9-inch baking pan: 350 F; bake for 35 to 40 minutes 13x9-inch glass baking dish: 325 F; bake for 40 to 45 minutes TF21B491
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How to create a durable gingerbread house Gingerbread cookies and houses are one of the many symbols of the holiday season, alongside Christmas trees and twinkling lights. In fact, few confections symbolize the holidays more so than gingerbread. Many a child (or a child at heart) has spent hours carefully trying to create decorative gingerbread houses. Although gingerbread recipes span various cultures, gingerbread houses originated in 16th century Germany. The fairy tale “Hansel and Gretel” helped solidify the popularity of gingerbread, which became part of Christmas traditions. Even though gingerbread houses can be fun to make, there’s no denying it can be exacting work — especially for those who strive for perfection. Prepackaged kits attempt to take some of the guesswork out of the equation, but those who are crafting from scratch can employ these tips as they build their gingerbread houses. • Go for form and not flavor. Few gingerbread houses ever get eaten, so focus on finding a dough that will bake up rock hard as opposed to one that tastes good. • Get the right icing texture. Pastry artist Catherine Beddall says royal icing is the preferred “glue” to adhere gingerbread pieces. Beddall says icing should be thick like peanut butter and not runny. • Mind the dough. Do not roll out the gingerbread dough too thin or it may become brittle after being cooked. Always cut out shapes before the gingerbread is baked. Let
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the baked pieces sit overnight to cool completely before using them to build. • Patience is key. Allow the icing to dry for at least a couple of hours after adhering each piece and before moving and handling the house, says Beddall. Work in stages so that individual items can be decorated and allowed to dry. Then the walls can be put together, followed by the roof pieces. • Kids likely will need help. Children may not have the patience or steadiness to handle complete gingerbread construction. They can decorate the separate pieces of the house while the components are laying flat, which is easier for kids. Adults can do the main assembly later on. • Utilize a template. Free-handing may not be easy. Cut out templates using cardboard or posterboard for various gingerbread pieces. One of the most important tips is to have fun. Don’t take gingerbread house making too seriously as a novice. Rather, enjoy the experience and the centuries-old tradition.
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5. Which animals have been seen playing with snowballs? a) Rabbits b) Squirrels c) Macaques TRUE OR FALSE
trivia questions Is winter your favourite season? If so, here are 10 challenging questions about the snowy season to test your knowledge. MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. In polar regions like Antarctica, snow sometimes changes colour because of a specific type of algae. What colour does it turn? a) Red b) Green c) Brown 2. How many “arms” or dendrites do snowflakes have? a) 4 b) 6 c) 8
6. Snow isn’t really white, it’s translucent.
7. When snow accumulates on the ground, it absorbs sound, which creates a quiet atmosphere. 8. In Scots, a Scottish dialect, there are more than 400 words to describe snow. 9. The largest snowflake ever recorded was 38 centimetres in diameter. 10. Snow is an excellent insulator and can help keep you warm.
3. What do you call it when someone has an irrational fear of snow? a) Frigophobia b) Chionophobia c) Pagophobia
ANSWERS 1. a) 6. True 2. b) 7. True 3. b) 8. True 4. a) 9. True 5. c) 10. True
4. What do you call the type of snow that doesn’t melt, even in the summer? a) Permanent snow b) Unmeltable snow c) Persistent snow
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WHITE CHRISTMAS I’m dreaming of a white Christmas Just like the ones I used to know Where the treetops glisten, and children listen To hear sleigh bells in the snow I’m dreaming of a white Christmas With every Christmas card I write May your days be merry and bright And may all your Christmases be white I’m dreaming of a white Christmas With every Christmas card I write May your days be merry and bright And may all your Christmases be white
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RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER
Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer had a very shiny nose. And if you ever saw him, you would even say it glows. All of the other reindeer used to laugh and call him names. They never let poor Rudolph join in any reindeer games. Then one foggy Christmas Eve Santa came to say: “Rudolph with your nose so bright, won’t you guide my sleigh tonight?” Then all the reindeer loved him as they shouted out with glee, Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer, you’ll go down in history!
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How to make the perfect
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Do you want to build a snowman? Here are a few tips for making one that’ll be the envy of your neighbourhood. PREPARING Choose a flat and shady area so that your snowman will stand straight and won’t melt in the sun. Make sure the snow is sticky enough by making a small ball in your hand. If it holds together and doesn’t crumble between your fingers, you’re good to go. BUILDING First, shape three balls with your hands until they become too big to hold. Then roll them in the snow until they’re as big as you want them to be. Remember, the middle ball must be smaller than the bottom one, and the top one smaller than both of them. Flatten the top of each ball before placing another one on top. Finally, to keep everything together, pack snow around the base of the bottom ball and between each layer. After, all that’s left to do is decorate your creation.
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The record for the tallest snowman was set in Austria in 2020. The sculpture was just over 38 metres tall.
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Star cookies with crabapple jelly These cute cookies make the perfect holiday dessert, snack or treat to leave out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. INGREDIENTS • 150 grams unsalted butter, room temperature • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Start to finish: • 1/2 cup powdered sugar 4 hours, 40 minutes • 1/2 teaspoon salt (30 minutes active) • 1-1/2 cups flour Servings: • 1/4 cup crabapple jelly 10 cookies DIRECTIONS 1. In a stand mixer, cream the butter and vanilla extract. Add the powdered sugar, and mix until well incorporated. Add the salt and flour and mix again, scraping down the sides of the bowl regularly, until the mixture has a sandy texture. 2. Pour the mixture onto plastic wrap placed on a flat surface. Fold the plastic wrap toward the centre, and press firmly with your hands to create a solid ball of dough. Make sure the plastic wrap is airtight, and refrigerate the dough for 1 to 4 hours. 3. Preheat the oven to 175 C (350 F). Roll out the dough until it’s about 5 millimetres (1/4 of an inch) thick. Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, shape 20 cookies and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly. For half of the cookies, use a second, smaller cookie cutter to create a hole in the centre. Bake for 10 minutes, but make sure to rotate the pan 180 degrees at the 5-minute mark. 4. Let the cookies cool completely. Place 1 teaspoon of crabapple jelly on top of a full cookie, and top it with one that has a hole. Press lightly to seal the two cookies together.
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Hedgehog Cookies
4 dozen cookies
INGREDIENTS • 4 cups all-purpose flour • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1-1/4 cups white sugar • 1 cup butter-flavored shortening • 1/4 cup corn syrup • 2 eggs • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract • 1 cup pecans • 1 cup chocolate chips Step 1 Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Whisk sugar, shortening, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Stir sugar mixture into flour mixture until just combined. Refrigerate dough until chilled, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Step 2 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Step 3 Scoop cookie dough using a cookie scoop or 1 tablespoon so all the cookies are uniform; shape dough into teardrop-shaped cookies. Flatten the pointed side of each cookie to form the ‘face’. Arrange cookies on baking sheets.
Step 4 Bake in the preheated oven until golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack. Step 5 Pulse pecans in a food processor until finely chopped; transfer to a bowl. Step 6 Melt chocolate chips in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Step 7 Dip the top of each cookie in the melted chocolate, spreading to fully coat the ‘body’ of each hedgehog. Press cookies, chocolate-side down, into the ground pecans forming the ‘fur’. Arrange cookies on a sheet of waxed paper to set, about 30 minutes. Step 8 Transfer the remaining melted chocolate to a piping bag or plastic bag with a corner snipped. Pipe chocolate onto the pointed end of each cookie for eyes and a nose.
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Reindeer Cookies
3 dozen cookies
INGREDIENTS • 1 cup butter, softened • 1 cup white sugar • 1 cup smooth peanut butter • 2 eggs • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 3 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking soda • 72 small pretzel twists, or as needed • 1/2 cup chocolate chips, or as needed
Iconic Christmas
characters quiz Do you think you know everything there is to know about world-famous Christmas characters? Test your knowledge with this quiz! MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which of these names doesn’t belong to one of Santa’s reindeer? a) Lightning b) Comet c) Blitzen 2. What’s the name of the fairy in The Nutcracker, a famous ballet performed during the holidays? a) The Toffee Fairy b) The Sugar Plum Fairy c) The Caramel Fairy 3. What does St. Nicholas’ assistant, the bogeyman, do? a) He carries the heaviest gifts b) He punishes children who’ve been bad c) He memorizes the names of all the children 4. Scrooge, the main character in A Christmas Carol has inspired movies, plays and more. What’s his biggest flaw? a) He’s greedy b) He’s lazy c) He’s messy WHO AM I? 5. I’m the fastest reindeer.
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the eyes, and one chocolate chip or M&M on the bottom of the triangle for the nose. Arrange cookies on baking sheets. Step 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. 6. I hate Christmas and will do anything to ruin it. 7. I come to life when I wear a magic top hat. 8. We help Santa make toys in the North Pole. MIX AND MATCH 9. Below are some words that mean “Santa.” Can you match the word with its language? A. Babbo Natale a) German B.Santa no ojisan b) Finnish C.Joulupukki c) Italian D. Weihnachtsmann d) Japanese E.Pai Natal e) Portuguese 10. Can you match each of these characters with the movie they star in? a) The Polar Express A. Kevin McCallister b) The Star B. Billy c) National Lampoon’s C. Scott Calvin Christmas Vacation D. Clark Griswold d) Home Alone E. Bo e) Santa Claus ANSWERS 1. a) 2. b) 3. b) 4. a) 5. Dasher 6. The Grinch 7. Frosty the Snowman 8.The elves 9. A-c), B-d), C-b), D-a), E-e) 10. A-d), B-a), C-e), D-c), E-b)
Step 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Step 2 Beat butter, sugar, peanut butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Stir flour and baking soda into creamed butter mixture until well incorporated. Step 3 Roll dough into 36 balls. Flatten each ball and shape into an upside-down triangle. Press two pretzels into the two top corners of each triangle for the antlers. Press two chocolate chips into the center of each triangle for
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Festive pomegranate cocktail This light and bubbly cocktail is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Serve it at a Christmas brunch or as an aperitif before a sit-down dinner. INGREDIENTS • 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice • 1/2 cup sparkling wine • Sparkling lemon water • 1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds • 1 sprig fresh rosemary DIRECTIONS 1. In a champagne flute, pour the pomegranate juice and sparkling wine. Top off with sparkling water. 2. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and rosemary.
CROWN ROAST OF PORK Serves: 12-16 // Prep Time: 5 minutes // Cook Time: 2.5 hours (allow 15 minutes per pound for total cook time
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1/2 Tbsp each dried thyme, oregano, rosemary, parsley 2 tsp kosher salt 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper 1 12-rib pork loin rib crown roast (about 10lb.) 1. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Generously season roast with herbs, salt & pepper. 2. Put the pork (rib up) on rack in a roasting pan. Cover with foil and roast until the internal temperature is 54 C (130 F). 3. Remove foil nd turn oven temperature up to 400 F. Cook 12-15 minutes until the roast is brown and the internal temperature reaches 71 C (160 F). Use a digital thermometer for best results. 4. Remove from oven; tent with foil. Allow to rest 20 minutes before carving between the rib bones.
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