REAL Magazine, Nov-Dec, 2018

NOVEMBER-DECEMBER, 2018

Vintage Recipes

From Our Families to Yours

Plus

Current Market Statistics Homes for Sale Holiday Bazaars With 4 offices to serve you, Coldwell Banker Tomlinson Group is YOUR SOURCE for real estate in the Treasure Valley!

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The holiday season is often the time for many of us to reminisce about Thanksgivings and Christmases past. We think of get-togethers with family and friends, wonderful meals, treasured gifts, and mouth-watering treats. This year, to celebrate those cherished memories, we've dug through old family recipe boxes to share our favorites with you. Where we typically like to include colorful photographs, we've opted to showcase scans of some of the actual recipes. We hope you'll accompany us on our trip down memory lane!

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Cooking is all about people. Food is maybe the only universal thing that really has the power to bring everyone together. No matter what culture, everywhere around the world, people get together to eat."

~Guy Fieri

CONTENTS Features

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Vintage Recipes

6

Sides, a Salad, and Entrees

8

Desserts, Desserts, and More Desserts!

For our collection of old family recipes, we'll start with drinks a yummy appetizer, and a great minestrone soup recipe, then move to side dishes.

Feel like stepping out of the ordinary? Give the Brazilian Chicken Stroganoff a try!

From cakes and pies to a beloved fudge recipe, we've included favorites even the pickiest eaters will love.

In Every Issue

12 14 16 18

Market Stats A snapshot of the SW Idaho real estate market.

Ada County Homes A small sample of homes available in Ada County.

Canyon County Homes What's for sale in Canyon County? Here are a few!

Holiday Bazaars Get started on that Christmas shopping!

NOVEMBER-DECEMBER, 2018

Vintage Recipes

From Our Families to Yours

When we requested family-favorite recipes from days gone by, we didn't expect to hear about the memories that came to life when our agents thumbed through old recipe boxes and books. Remembering moms, dads, grandparents, and others who made past holidays wonderful was an extra treat.

EGGNOG 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 2 Tbsp. sugar

2 c. whole milk 1/8 tsp. salt

DIRECTIONS: Mix eggs, sugar, & salt on high for 2 minutes until thick, or lemon-colored. Add milk & vanilla. Mix until well blended. Serves 3-4.

ORANGE WASSAIL 2 c. sugar 1 12-oz. can frozen orange juice 3/4 c. lemon juice (approx. 3 lemons) 2 tsp. vanilla

2 tsp. almond extract 1/8 tsp. ground cloves 2-3 qts. water

DIRECTIONS: Place all ingredients in large saucepan & bring to a boil. Simmer until served. Garnish with orange slices.

RANCH PRETZELS 1 pkg. ranch seasoning 1 tsp. lemon pepper 1 tsp. dill (dry)

1 tsp. garlic powder 1 c. canola or olive oil 1 20-oz. bag pretzels DIRECTIONS: Combine all except pretzels, mix well. Pour over pretzels & toss. Place on cookie sheet & bake 1 hour at 200o, stirring every 15 minutes.

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MINESTRONE SOUP 2 oz. salt pork, cubed (optional) 1 lb. ground beef 1/2 small cabbage, chopped 1 med. onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 cubed carrots 1 med. can tomatoes 1 generous pinch of marjoram & rosemary

2 qts. water 11/2 c. green peas 3 beef bouillon cubes 11/2 c. kidney beans 1 c. spaghetti noodles broken into small pieces 1 clove garlic, crushed Salt & pepper to taste 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS: Brown salt pork & ground beef. Dissolve the bouillon cubes in the water & combine all ingredients but the parmesan & cook on low until done (until spaghetti noodles & vegetables are tender). Just before serving sprinkle with parmesan.

OYSTER STUFFING 1 box cubed, seasoned stuffing mix 1 c. butter, melted 1 can (15-oz.) evaporated milk 3 eggs, beaten 1 med. onion, chopped

1 c. celery, finely diced 3 cans oysters with juice, chopped 2 tsp. Season-All salt Salt & pepper

DIRECTIONS: Mix together melted butter, evaporated milk, & eggs. Add remaining ingredients, except for stuffing, & mix well. Add stuffing & toss. Stuff turkey or place in glass casserole dish with lid. Bake at 350o for 4560 minutes, checking often as oven temps vary. cbboise.com

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JELLO CRANBERRY MOLD 21/2 c. fresh cranberries 12/3 c. water 2/3 c. sugar

1 pkg. orange Jello 2 tsp. grated orange rind Dash of salt

DIRECTIONS: Place berries, water, sugar, & salt in saucepan & cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until berry skins pop & berries are soft. Drain liquid into bowl. Measure that liquid & add enough hot water to make 2 cups.

Dissolve Jello in the hot liquid & chill until slightly thickened. Fold in cranberries & orange rind. Pour into 1-quart mold. Chill until firm. Unmold on bed of greens & serve immediately.

PORK LOIN WITH SAUERKRAUT & APPLES 1 1-lb. bag of refrigerated sauerkraut 2 Granny Smith apples, cored & chopped 1/3 c. brown sugar

1 pork loin roast, 2-21/2 lbs.

Sweet rub or salt & pepper

DIRECTIONS: Spread sauerkraut & apple pieces in bottom of a 9x13 glass baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with brown sugar. Season the pork roast with the sweet rub or salt/pepper, & place it on top of the sauerkraut & apples, fat side up. Cover with foil & bake at 350o for 11/2-2 hours or until roast reaches an internal temperature of 160oF. Transfer roast to a cutting board & let rest while spooning sauerkraut-apple mixture to a platter (stir first). Slice the roast & place slices on top of the sauerkraut & apples. Serve immediately. Serves 8.

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DROP SHORTBREAD DIRECTIONS: Cream together 2 Tbsp. of icing (powdered) sugar & 1/2 lb. of butter. Add 1/2 c. sifted flour & 1 tsp. cornstarch.

Next, add 11/4 c. more flour & mix until blended. Form into small balls & pat down.

Bake in 350o oven for 10 minutes. Cool, frost, & decorate with red or green Maraschino cherries cut into circles or half circles to look like wreaths.

PUMPKIN CAKE ROLL 6 eggs 2 c. sugar 1 tsp. salt 11/2 c. flour 2 tsp. cinnamon 2 tsp. nutmeg 11/3 c. pumpkin 2 tsp. lemon juice

1 c. nuts 2 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. ginger 1 8-oz. pkg. cream cheese 1 cube margarine 1 lb. box powdered sugar 2 tsp. vanilla

DIRECTIONS: Beat eggs for 5 minutes. Gradually add sugar. Stir in pumpkin & lemon juice. Mix in dry ingredients & spread on two greased & floured cookie sheets with sides. Top with chopped nuts. Bake at 375o for 15 minutes. Turn out on a towel & sprinkle with a bit of powdered sugar. While still warm, roll up towel & cake together in a jelly roll fashion & cool.

For filling, beat cream cheese, margarine, powdered sugar, & vanilla until smooth. Unroll cake & spread filling over cake. Roll up again, chill, slice, & serve. This dessert freezes well.

MICROWAVE CARAMEL CORN 1 c. brown sugar 1 stick butter 1/4 c. light corn syrup

1/2 tsp. baking soda 3-4 quarts popped popcorn

DIRECTIONS: Pour popped corn into brown paper grocery bag. Mix all other ingredients except baking soda in large glass (4 cup) measuring cup & microwave until mixture boils hard (about 2 minutes). Remove from microwave & stir in baking soda. Pour over popcorn, close bag, & shake hard. Place bag on side in microwave & cook on high for 11/2 minutes. Remove, shake hard again, & put back in microwave with opposite side down for 1 minute. Pour out onto cookie sheet to cool. Enjoy!

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COCOA & COLA CAKE 1 c. soft margarine 2 c. flour 13/4 c. sugar 3 Tbsp. cocoa 1 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. vanilla 2 eggs 1/2 c. buttermilk 1 c. cola 11/2 c. miniature marshmallows DIRECTIONS: Combine all ingredients except cola & marshmallows. Blend at low speed for 1 minute, then medium speed for 3 minutes. Add cola & blend well. By hand, fold in marshmallows. Pour into greased & floured 9x13 pan & bake at 350o 40-45 minutes.

For the frosting, combine 1/2 c. butter, 3 Tbsp. cocoa, 1/3 c. cola & enough powdered sugar (added a little at a time) to create a smooth, fluffy frosting. Add nuts if desired.

PECAN CARAMEL SQUARES 1 yellow cake mix 1/4 c. butter 4 c. pecan halves 1 c. brown sugar

1/2 c. white sugar 1 c. additional butter 1/2 c. honey 1/4 c. whipping cream

DIRECTIONS: Crumble 1/4 c. butter into cake mix & press into a cookie sheet. Top with pecans. In medium saucepan, combine brown & white sugars, additional butter, & honey. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 3 minutes, remove from heat, stir in whipping cream & mix well. Pour over pecans/cake mix & bake 17-22 minutes until bubbly. Cool & serve. cbboise.com

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PECAN SWEETIE PIE 3 eggs 2/3 c. sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/3 c. butter, melted

1 c. dark corn syrup 1 c. pecans 1 tsp. vanilla

DIRECTIONS: Beat eggs, sugar, & salt. Add syrup, then butter. Pour mixture into a 9" pie crust & bake at 350o for 4050 minutes. Cool & serve.

SUGARED WALNUTS 5 c. walnuts 1 c. water 1 tsp. salt

2 c. sugar 1-2 tsp. cinnamon (optional) 3 Tbsp. vanilla

DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 375° and heat nuts on cookie sheet for 15 minutes. Cool & set aside. Place all other ingredients in saucepan & cook to soft boil stage (235° on a candy thermometer). Add nuts & stir to coat. Turn out on parchment paper. Separate nuts. Cool.

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CHOCOLATE ECLAIR DESSERT 1 box graham crackers 2 boxes French vanilla instant pudding

9 oz. Cool Whip

DIRECTIONS: Butter the bottom of a 9x13 pan & line with whole graham crackers. Make pudding according to directions & let stand 5 minutes. Mix in Cool Whip & pour half the mixture over the graham crackers.

Repeat in layers & top with crackers.

CHOCOLATE FROSTING 2 squares unsweetened chocolate, melted 3 tsp. butter 2 tsp. light Karo syrup 11/2 c. powdered sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 3 Tbsp. milk Whip together all ingredients (add more milk if needed). Spread over top crackers & refrigerate 2 days before serving. Enjoy.

PRALINE APPLE PIE 21/2 c. peeled & sliced apples 1/3 c. sugar 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 1/4 tsp. cinnamon Unbaked 9" pie shell

2 Tbsp. honey 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 2 Tbsp. butter 1 egg, beaten 1/2 c. pecans

DIRECTIONS: Combine apples, sugar, & spices. Place in pie shell. Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Mix honey, brown sugar, & butter in saucepan & bring to a boil. Add nuts & cool slightly. Slowly add egg, whisking constantly. Remove pie from oven & pour honey mixture over the top. Return to 400° oven for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 325° & bake for 25-30 minutes until pie is set & apples are soft. Serve warm.

COCOA FUDGE 3 c. sugar 11/2 c. sweetened condensed milk 1/2 c. cocoa

1/2 tsp. salt 2 Tbsp. Karo syrup 1 tsp. vanilla 1 Tbsp. butter DIRECTIONS: Combine all but vanilla & butter in saucepan and cook to medium hard ball stage (240-245o on a candy thermometer). Remove from heat & while mixture is cooling, mix in vanilla & butter. Turn into cake pan & cool. Cut into squares & enjoy. cbboise.com

NOVEMBER-DECEMBER, 2018

Monthly Market Report

Declining Inventory Continues in Ada County

October 2018 marks a full four years of falling inventory, specifically in the number of existing homes for sale in Ada County.

Breanna Vanstrom Chief Executive Officer Boise Regional REALTORS®

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ctober 2018 marks a full four years of falling inventory, specifically in the number of existing homes for sale in Ada County, when looking at activity by month year-overyear.

This persistent lack of existing home inventory is one of the two primary reasons that the area’s overall median sales price continues to rise compared to last year; the second reason, increasing land, labor, and material costs for new homes. For October 2018, There were 870 existing homes this resulted in a median sales for sale in Ada County in October price of $321,398, up 0.8% from 2018, down 15.0% from October the previous month and up 19.9% 2017, and down 48.8% from from October 2017.

October 2014 when the decline began.

This nearly 20% increase year-overyear in the overall median sales As we’ve outlined in previous price for October was primarily reports, there are many reasons due to a higher share of new home the Boise Region is facing a lack sales during the month—reaching of homes for sale. These include 27.7% of all closed sales, up 10.1% the continued population growth compared to October 2017. and the trend of people choosing to stay in their homes longer than We’ve been talking about the drop we’ve seen historically, among in existing inventory literally for others. years now, but what’s interesting COLDWELL BANKER TOMLINSON GROUP

about today’s market is that we’re seeing more and more new construction sales.

Whether you’re looking to buy an existing home or a new build, your REALTOR® is going to advocate for you throughout the transaction.

And if you’re thinking of selling, these recent numbers indicate that despite the turn in temperature, it’s still a good time to put your home on the market.

Get in touch if you'd like to know how all of this information affects your situation!

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By the Numbers 972

HOMES SOLD OCTOBER 2018*

31

AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET*

Ada County

$321,398 MEDIAN SALES PRICE*

1,816

HOMES CURRENTLY ON MARKET*

* Numbers reflect year-over-year comparisons. Statistics provided by Boise Regional REALTORS® Single arrow denotes change of 2-10%; double arrows denote 10%+

419

HOMES SOLD OCTOBER 2018*

27

AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET*

Canyon County

$220,000 MEDIAN SALES PRICE*

786

HOMES CURRENTLY ON MARKET* cbboise.com

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Ada County

Featured Homes

7006 E. Tao St. NE Boise Watch the beautiful sunset across the foothills.

Perfectly located, easy commute to downtown, minutes from Lucky Peak, Table Rock, Barber Valley, close to trails, parks, & Greenbelt.

Outdoor enthusiast's paradise! Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. Flexible layout with 5 beds, 2.5 baths, bonus room, & built-in tech center off front of home.

5619 S. Summit Creek Way SW Boise Super-clean & like new! Great open plan with 9' ceilings throughout. Beautiful kitchen with alder cabinets, open to dining. Breakfast bar opens to living room. Split 3-bedroom plan. Master with walk-in closet, garden tub. Manicured front & back yards, no rear neighbors, & patio gazebo. Raised vegetable garden space, too.

1485 N. Longhorn Ave. Eagle This beautiful 4 bed, 3.5 bath home has 3,028 sq.ft. Island kitchen with Bosch SS appliances, walk-in pantry, & hardwood flooring overlooks family & dining rooms, Main-level master suite with quartz counters, tile shower & flooring, & large walk-in closet with access to laundry room. Upstairs bonus with separate bath, wet bar, & wide open space.

3665 W. Fieno Ct. Eagle Welcome to your dream home! Luxurious 5 bed, 4.5 bath estate with 5,701 sq.ft. Entertainer's delight with a gourmet kitchen, outdoor kitchen, large patio with built-in gas fire pit, & covered pool, movie room, game room, & main-level lounge. This custom home features a large 4-car garage, circular driveway, side-entry garage & beautiful mature landscaping.

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Ada County

Featured Homes

2983 S. Bergman Way Eagle This exquisite home features 4 beds, 3.5 baths, 3,319 sq.ft., & a 3-car garage. Open plan with incredible kitchen that includes white cabinets, granite counters, double ovens, gas range, large island, & huge walk-in pantry. Great room with 10' ceiling & toasty fireplace. Main-level master with large walk-in closet & elegant bath. Extended back patio great for entertaining.

6142 N. Queensbury NE Meridian Spotless & modern 3 bed, 3 bath, 2,354 sq.ft. home in a wonderful cul-de-sac location close to parks & pathways. New paint inside & out, office with French doors & built-in bookshelves.

Lovely kitchen with huge island, new quartz countertops, & high-end SS appliances. Huge master with 9' ceilings, dual walk-in closets, walk-in shower & separate tub.

5805 N. Morpheus Way NE Meridian Stunning custom home with 4 beds, 2.5 baths, & office! 1,248 sq.ft. 6-car garage. Beautiful & unique open layout with tons of windows for natural light. Kitchen features slab granite, SS appliances, island, pantry, & huge dining area.

Spacious master with dual vanities, shower, separate tub, & walk-in closet. 4th bedroom with secret "kid cave."

10620 W. Wild Iris St. Star Better-than-new 4 bed, 2 bath home with 2,221 sq.ft. & a 4-car garage that includes RV storage, a shop, & epoxy floors! Open island kitchen with stainless appliances, tons of storage, & double ovens. Great room with huge windows for tons of natural light & a cozy, stacked stone fireplace flanked by beautiful built-ins. Large covered patio, no rear neighbors. cbboise.com

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Canyon County

Featured Homes

5204 Roy Dr. S Nampa Conveniently located south of I-84, near Boise, this beautifully landscaped & captivating property boasts an impeccable, luxurious home offering upgraded Net-Zero savings and Energy Star Certification (HERS score -11). 2 bed, 2.5 bath, 1,815 sq.ft. on nearly 7 acres. Culde-sac locaton with plenty of space. This is the perfect equine environment.

1604 W. Lava Ave. NW Nampa Do you need lots of room? This 5 bed, 3.5 bath home boasts 4,547 sq.ft. on a .2-acre lot. Highefficiency heating & cooling for affordable living. Spacious, open kitchen with huge pantry & breakfast bar. Open great room with fireplace. Master with soaker tub, separate shower, dual vanities, & large walk-in closet. RV parking, 3-car garage, tons of storage.

48 N. Zion Park Dr. NW Nampa Terrific 3 bed, 2 bath home with 1,613 sq.ft. in a great neighborhood. Open kitchen & great room with vaulted ceilings & lots of light. Master suite with large walk-in closet, soaker tub, & walkin shower. Fenced yard with patio space for entertaining. Tidy home, beautiful location!

1608 Idaho Ave. SW Caldwell Charming 4 bed, 2 bath, 1,861 sq.ft. home with lots of updates. Located on a tree-lined street, this beauty features lots of built-ins, custom kitchen cabinets, beautiful hardwood floors, & more. Large lot with full auto sprinklers, detached garage with workshop space, carport, & storage shed. Close to downtown & easy access to I-84.

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Canyon County

Featured Homes

3101 Turning Leaf SW Caldwell Fabulous home! Like new! Super clean & ready for new owners. Beautiful, all new carpet & interior paint throughout. New HVAC in 2017.

New dishwasher 2015. Huge pantry & tons of storage. FIVE spacious bedrooms & ALL with walk-in closets. Fenced back yard with patio.

Close to downtown, shopping, easy freeway access, & the new Indian Creek Plaza.

16075 Durum Pl. SW Caldwell Gently lived in & well-cared-for single-level 3 bed, 2 bath home with 1,231 sq.ft. Great curb appeal with quaint patio area at the entry of the home. Vaulted ceilings throughout the main living area give it an open & spacious feel.

Master suite has two closets & dual vanity in the bathroom. Fenced back yard & great patio area.

13394 Riverside Rd. SW Caldwell Nearly new home on 1.88 acres! Fabulous kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite counters, pantry, & breakfast bar.

Split bedroom floor plan & office/den. Master with dual vanity, soaker tub, his & her walk-in closets & separate shower. Large bonus room, bedroom & bath upstairs. Back patio with no back yard neighbors & beautiful views.

23914 View Crest Middleton Come home to stunning views of the valley!

Nestled on a coveted 1.15+ acre lot, this home features 4 beds, 2 baths, & 1,624 sq.ft. Vaulted ceilings, a deck with a magnificent view, walkout daylight basement, & a warm great room where everyone can gather. The deck can be accessed from master or dining area. You will fall in love with the serenity. cbboise.com

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Holiday Bazaars Creative Gifts for One and All! Emmett Friends of the Library Bazaar

Nov 29-Dec 15: 11-5 M-F; 12-4 Sat

Basque Museum Christmas Sale

Dec 6, 5:30-8:30

275 S. Hayes Ave., Emmett Info: 208-860-3217

611 W. Grove, Boise Info: 208-343-2671

Indie Holiday Bazaar

Nov 24, 10-4

Art Zone 208 Holiday Bazaar

Dec 7, 5-8:30; Dec 8, 10-5

117 E. 41st St., Garden City Information

Star Christmas Bazaar

Nov 30, 12-7; Dec 1, 10-4

174 N. Star Rd., Star Info: 918-273-8847

Early Bird Bazaar at Boise Elks Lodge

Nov 30, 3-8; Dec 1, 9-4

6608 W. Fairview, Boise Information

Boise Christmas Show

Nov 30 & Dec 1, 11-7; Dec 2, 11-5

Expo Idaho, 5610 N. Glenwood, Boise BoiseChristmasShow.com

Hip Holiday Craft Market at Flying M

Dec 1, 9-5

1314 2nd St. S., Nampa flyingmcoffee.com

Boise Holiday Bazaar

Dec 1, 10-3

3113 N. Cole Rd., Boise Info: 208-322-9464

Santa's Coming to Town

Dec 8, 9-3

Kleiner Park/Meridian Sr. Ctr. 1920 N. Records Way, Meridian Information

Eagle Country Christmas

Dec 8, 1-6

Heritage Park, 185 E. State, Eagle cityofeagle.org

Indie Holiday Bazaar 2C

Dec 8-9, 12-6

20021 Hoskins Rd., Caldwell Information

Procrastinator's Dream

Dec 15, 9-3

Kleiner Park/Meridian Sr. Ctr. 1920 N. Records Way, Meridian Information

Boise Sr. Ctr., 690 Robbins Rd., Boise Information

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