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Chamber program promotes buying local Christmas parade comes to McCaysville, Copperhill Schools entertain with White Christmas Light Up Blue Ridge festivities begin Downtown Blue Ridge offers Christmas events Adventists present 20th annual Live Nativity St. Luke’s celebrates holidays with special services
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Chamber program supports buying local
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s the holidays approach, it’s a perfect time to be reminded that a local gift is the best gift of all, according By Dub Joiner to Fannin The News County Observer Chamber of Commerce Membership Director Dianne Mallernee. In conjunction with holiday buying is the chamber’s “Buy Local” program, in which local merchants offer dis- Dianne Mallernee counts to encourages local and everyone to buy part-time local.
residents. The chamber publicizes the program in e-mails as well as in the chamber’s eNews and on its website. To be a part of the local discount program, merchants need only enroll with the chamber. “Buying Local is literally the gift that keeps on giving because it supports the stability and growth of local businesses,” Mallernee said. There are at least 10 reasons to buy local before looking elsewhere, she said. Buying local: •strengthens the local economy; •builds local relationships; •supports community groups; •keeps the Blue Ridge community unique; •creates more local jobs; •invests in Fannin County’s future;
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Little pageant princesses are always part of the Copperhill Kiwanis Christmas Parade.
hill and travel West Tennessee Avenue to Hwy. 5, then north on Hwy. 5 across the river and left onto Ocoee Street through Copperhill. He said the parade will include a number of floats, Copper Basin and Fannin County high school bands, church groups, car clubs, veterans groups, Scouts and other entries. Jabaley said parade entries are reminded to not re-enter the parade route until Santa reaches the end of the parade for safety reasons. For information call Jabaley at 706-492-3244.
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1/2 cup (1 stick)+6 Tbsp. butter, softened 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed) 1/2 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla
Mix first five ingredients then add carrots. Pour into greased 13x9 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Cool and frost with cream cheese icing.
1½ cups all purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. salt 3 cups quick-cooking oats 1 cup raisins
Beat butter and sugars until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat well. Mix flour, baking soda and salt. Add and mix well. Add oats and raisins. Mix well. Bake 360 degrees, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely.
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annin County’s three elementary schools will present their 2014 White Christmas program Dec. 18 and 19, a the high school Performing Arts Center. Blue Ridge Elementary will begin the programs with their performance Thursday, Dec. 18, at 9 a.m. West Fannin will follow with their program the same day at 1 p.m. East By Dub Joiner The News Fannin Observer will present their White Christmas music Friday, Dec. 19, at 9 a.m. The programs will include a variety of holiday music from each school’s student body, from kindergarten through fifth grades.
White Christmas programs performed by students from each of Fannin County’s three elementary schools always feature musical entertainment with a Christmas theme.
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Light Up kicks off holidays in Blue Ridge
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owntown Blue Ridge will be filled with entertainment and the Christmas spirit the weekend of Nov. 28 and 29 for the 15th annual Light Up Blue Ridge festivities. The weekend event will begin By Dub Joiner F r i d a y, The News N o v . Observer 28, with “Blue Friday,” when local merchants will be offering discounts to begin the holiday shopping season. On Saturday, Nov. 29, the Light Up Blue Ridge event will begin with the arrival of Santa
and Mrs. Claus on their sleigh at 11:45 a.m. After Santa and Mrs. Claus’ arrival, they will be the grand marshals of the Christmas parade through downtown Blue Ridge. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be available at the gazebo in the downtown city park for pictures with children. Light Up Blue Ridge President Lynda Thompson said a new 27-foot Christmas tree has been purchased to serve as the Great Tree for the Christmas festivities. It will remain lit continued on page 13➣
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throughout December. Thompson said there will be other musical and dance entertainment throughout the day until 6 p.m. when the Christmas tree will be lit. Entertainer Maxwell Taylor will follow the tree lighting with his concert until 8 p.m. Musical and dance entertainment begins at 1 p.m. and includes performances by CenterPointe Dance Studio, Tuba Christmas, a choir performing at Blue Ridge United Methodist Church on West Main Street, the Lowe Family, Shannon York, Lindsey Harper, Courtney Queen, First Baptist Church choir, Mike Scoggins, Lindsey Smedley, and the Fannin High School chorus. Caroline Escott, who is 4 years old, will sing before the lighting of the tree.
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Musical entertainment is always a big part of holiday festivities in downtown Blue Ridge during the Christmas season, ranging from the Fannin County High School marching band to performances by the all-brass Tuba Christmas.
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Downtown offers Christmas shopping, events
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he Fannin County Chamber of Commerce is encouraging residents and visitors to shop local for Christmas gifts before going out of town. Merchants throughout the community are offering sales and decorating their shops in Christmas fashion for the holidays starting with Blue Friday, Nov. 28. Special music will begin with Light Up Blue Ridge Saturday, Nov. 29, and the downtown Blue Ridge business district takes on a Christmas village atmosphere during December with its many antique stores, art galleries, boutiques and restaurants decked out in holiday fashion. On East and West Main streets in downtown, Blue Ridge visitors can find shops
and restaurants offering Christmas sales and festive holiday food. The Great Tree in the downtown Blue Ridge city park will also remain lighted throughout
December. On weekends, the city of Blue Ridge operates a free shuttle from the north parking lot to the stores on East and West Main streets.
Merchants along East and West Main streets will offer Blue Friday holiday sales starting Nov. 28.
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1 lb. chicken wings 1/4 cup melted butter 1/4 cup Frank’s Original Hot Sauce
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine butter and hot sauce in a small bowl. Place chicken wings on ungreased baking sheet. Pour sauce over wings. Rub the wings until completely coated. Bake for 30 minutes, turning once. Cook thoroughly.
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Baked Ziti
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1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 28-oz. can tomatoes with liquid (cut up) 1/2 tsp. oregano 1 tsp. dried basil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper 8 oz. ziti, cooked and drained 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp. sugar
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3 cups (2 lbs.) yellow squash 1 cup sour cream 1 onion, chopped 2 cups carrots, grated 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup Salt and pepper to taste Fresh sage, torn (optional) 2 cups Pepperidge Farm herb stuffing Butter
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In large skillet, sauté onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Cover; simmer for 20 minutes. Place ziti in an ungreased 11x7x2-inch baking dish. Cover with sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with both cheeses. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese melts. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.
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Cook squash in water until tender. Drain and mash. Add sour cream, onion, carrots, soup, salt, pepper and sage. Grease a 12-inch x 9-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup stuffing on bottom. Top with dots of butter. Spoon vegetable mix on top. Sprinkle rest of stuffing over all. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes. Serves 4-6.
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Adventists present annual Live Nativity
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Looking for that private piece of property close to town! Check this out!!! Just over a mile from the city limits of Blue Ridge and off Hwy 5. This property features beautiful wooded area with hardwoods, all paved road access, and a large pond too!!! Perfect for a private estate or ready for development. Endless possibilities for this property.
MOUNTAIN ELEGANCE AT IT’S FINEST!!! Formerly an established Bed & Breakfast. 6BR/5 ½ BA w/10+ acres of farm land. 36X60 Barn features 6 stalls/tack & feed room/hot & cold water/office/work room/hay loft/ bathroom. Over 200 ft of Little Sugar Creek!!! Perfect for Horses, cattle, agriculture, family or corporate retreat, or resume the income producing B&B. Possibilities are endless!!!
LOCATION!!! LOCATION!!! LOCATION!!! HIGH VISIBILITY!!! Awesome location on one of the most traveled roads in Fannin County!!! Located off Hwy. 5 this commercial site features 1 main building with 2 additional garage buildings which would be perfect for your business or home. Large 5.04 acre Gentle/Level Landscape with so much more you can do!!!
YEAR ROUND LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS!!! Enjoy this End of Road privacy in established neighborhood. 6BR/4BA, full kitchens on main & lower levels. Huge living area & sunroom, large mstr BR & BA w/jacuzzi tub, office/ BR off kitchen & loft bedroom. Full fin bsmt. Beautifully landscaped and low maintenance exterior design. Established Rental Property. Possibilities are Endless!!!
113+ ACRES - ENDLESS POTENTIAL MLS#243275 $1,030,100
“ROOM FOR TWO” MLS#243282 $599,900
BREATHTAKING LONG RANGE VIEW MLS#231273 $279,900
PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MLS#240278 $299,000
Endless Potential with this Beautiful wooded 113.79 acres located Just off Hwy. 5 in Fannin County. Convenient to Lake Blue Ridge/Toccoa River/ Downtown Blue Ridge/Tennesssee/ and North Carolina (location of new casino coming soon). City water is ran along top road lots 1-21. Property has mountain views as well as ponds and branch.
“ROOM FOR TWO.” This Property features 2 homes. One is under construction-almost completed w/ 3BR/2BA/full unfin bsmt. Second home is cedar log home w/huge family room/4BR upstairs/2.5 BA/ handicap access/huge decks. Both homes have Pond located in front of them. Adjacent/additional property is available 113.79ac MLS#243275.
TAKES MY BREATH AWAY!!! DREAMS DO COME TRUE!!! ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEW!!! One of the best views in Fannin County w/all paved road access. 5BR/3BA, huge living area, FP, mstr BR w/large BA, 2-additional BR w/Jack & Jill bath, decks, full fin bsmt w/separate living area, full kitchen, 2BR & 1BA, separate entry, built in garage & workshop area, etc...
PRIME COMMERCIAL PROPERTY!!! Easy access at end of street with paved roads. Could be separated or sold with adjacent Commercial Building. (MLS#240270)
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Ingredients
Directions
Directions
2 cups Bisquick 1/2 cup butter, melted 8 oz. sour cream 1 bag shredded cheddar cheese
1 egg, beaten 1 Tbsp. sugar 1/4 tsp. salt Dash of black pepper
Combine all ingredients mixing well; spoon into greased mini-muffin pan, filling half full. Bake at 450 degrees, 10-12 minutes. Yields: 4 dozen.
2 Tbsp. milk 2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion 1 cup cooked squash (mashed) 1/2 cup self-rising flour
Mix all ingredients. Shape into a ball and roll in chopped nuts and chives. Refrigerate until ready to serve, with crackers
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St. Luke’s plans two Christmas services
C
hristmas at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church (Anglican Communion) in Blue Ridge will celebrate two special holiday services, one on Christmas Eve and one on Christmas Day. The historic Book of Common Prayer will be used at both services. T h e ChristBy Dub Joiner The News mas Eve Observer service will begin at 5 p.m. and include a children’s Christmas pageant and Holy Communion with carols. The second service, a Festive Choral Eucharist, which is a traditional late-night candelight service, will begin at 10 p.m. Fellowship and food will
follow the service. On Christmas Day, Holy Communion will be celebrated at 9 a.m. and include the singing of carols. All persons who have been baptized and have confessed Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcomed to receive communion. St. Luke’s Church is located at 7 Ewing St., across from the Kiwanis Club of Blue Ridge fairgrounds. The Rev. Victor H. Morgan, Rector, and the entire St. Luke’s church family invite local and area residents to share in the joy and wonder of the birth of the Christ child. For information, visit the church website, www.stlukesblueridge.org, or call 706-6328245.
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, a traditional Anglican congregation, is at the corner of Ewing and Jones streets in Blue Ridge.
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St. Luke’s plans bazaar at High Hope Plantation
S
t. Luke’s Episcopal silent auction will be seven Church in Blue Ridge 6-packs of home-brewed beer will sponsor its eighth in custom-made boxes. annual Christmas bazaar and Also, there will be an English silent auction Saturday, Dec. dinner for four, prepared by 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Morgan, available for bids as Wetherburn Tavern at High well. He said proceeds from Hope Plantation on Hwy. 5. the bazaar and silent auction St. Luke’s rector, the Rev. will benefit the communiVictor Morgan, said ty and church projDub Joiner the event will include ByThe ects designed by the News original artwork, matchurch’s Episcopal Observer ted reproductions, churchwomen. pottery, knitted items, birdWetherburn Tavern at High houses, note cards, baskets, Hope Plantation is an 18th baked goods, jams, jellies century village inspired by Coand a variety of Christmas lonial Williamsburg, Va., and is decorations, all of which are located one mile north of Blue handmade by church members. Ridge on Old Post Road, off A specialty item that will be Hwy. 5. For information call available for bids during the 706-632-8245.
The Wetherburn Tavern at High Hope Plantation is the site of the eighth annual St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Christmas bazaar.
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The St. Luke’s Christmas bazaar features handmade items from the members of the church, including artwork, needlecraft items and holiday decorations.
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Ingredients
3/4 cup butter, softened 1 lb. sharp cheddar cheese, grated 2 cups all purpose flour 1 tsp. salt 1 dash red pepper
1 can crushed pineapple 1 can cherry pie filling 1 yellow cake mix Butter
Directions
Directions
Mix softened butter with grated cheese. Add flour, salt and red pepper; combine thoroughly. Press dough onto ungreased cookie sheet using star-shaped cookie press
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Tree Lighting celebrates annual Love Light drive
T
he annual Love Light drive to benefit the Fannin Regional Hospital Auxiliary’s scholarship fund will have its shining moment Dec. 4 with the Love Light tree lighting. Lights on the tree in front of Fannin Regional Hospital will be turned on during a ceremony that begins at 5 p.m. Each year By Glenn Harbison donors purThe News chase the Observer Love Lights in honor or in memory of someone. The names are memorialized on a plaque at the entrance to Fannin Regional Hospital. Proceeds are used for scholarships that help students studying medical professions. For more information, contact the Pink Ladies desk at Fannin Regional Hospital at 706-6323711.
Purchase of a light on Fannin Regional Hospital’s Love Light Tree benefits the Hospital Auxiliary’s scholarship fund for students studying to enter a medical profession.
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“Outdoor Wear with Indoor Style”
The Fannin County Middle and High School bands, as well as the chorus and drama programs, offer holiday performances.
Stop by our friendly 4000 sq. ft. store where you will find a great variety of Women’s and Men’s clothing, footwear, accessories as well as fun and useful items for outdoors and around the house or cabin. We offer the largest selection of Life is Good clothes and accessories in Georgia as well as outstanding outdoor brands like Columbia, Woolrich, ExOfficio, Toad & Co., Kuhl, Merrill, Keen, Ahnu and many more! Our staff is waiting to make your Blue Ridge experience a wonderful memory. We are looking forward to your visit!
Bands, chorus, drama presentations planned
T
he Fannin County middle and high school bands, the chorus and drama group will present their annual Christmas concerts and holiday production By Dub Joiner The News at the PerObserver forming Arts Center during December. The events begin with holiday music by the chorus on Thursday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m.
The drama department will follow with its holiday production Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. The seventh and eighth grade bands will present their holiday concert Thursday, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m., followed by the sixth grade and high school bands’ concerts Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m. All concerts and the drama production will take place at the Performing Arts Center.
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Miracle returns to Blue Ridge Community Theater
T
he Blue Ridge Community Theater will present “Miracle on 34th Street” on the main stage as its holiday production. The play is an adaptation of the Valentine Davies novel by the same name. Vi c k i e F o ntaine By Dub Joiner and Kathy The News Observer Simmons will direct the play, which opens Friday, Nov. 28, and continues through Dec. 14. The play involves Kris Kringle as an old man in a retirement home who gets a job working as a Santa for Macy’s. As Santa, he unleashes waves of good will with the store’s customers and the commercial
world of New York City by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has requested. Kringle is seen as deluded and dangerous by Macy’s vocational c o u n s e l o r, who plots to have Kringle sent to Bellevue Psychiatric Hospital. As the play moves along, Kringle ends up in a court competency hearing. At stake is one little girl’s belief in Santa. In a dramatic decision, the court confirms Kringle as the true Santa, allowing the little girl and countless other children to experience the joy of Santa.
The play stars Mike Lacy as Kris Kringle and Natalie Herendon as the little girl, Susan Walker. Other members of the cast include Elizabeth Hunt, Julie Burton, Patty Morris, Michelle DeSimone, Adam Wilcher, Charlie Poss, Bob Lester, Tom Mitchell, Teresa Dotson, Paul Estey, Janice Erickson, Micheal Keefe, Craig Wilcher, Eric Morris, Jacob Dougherty, Jacqueline Gregory, Tonya Gregory, Tempest Giet, Petra Giet, Courtney Thompson and Judy Estey. Show times are Thursday
through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets or information, call 706-632-9223.
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Holidays bring Christmas Village to twin cities
V
isitors to McCaysville and Copperhill will be able to visit the Christmas Village throughout the holiday season this year, according to TriCities Business Association spokesman Dave Nelson. The village is located this y e a r By Dub Joiner in the The News Burger Observer Building parking lot on Bridge Street in McCaysville, Nelson said. It will be open each weekend through the holidays until approximately 8:30 p.m. The village consists of a half-dozen or more miniature buildings, all decorated in holiday fashion. During the holidays, the community will be decorated in holiday lights, including
The Christmas Village in the Copper Basin area is a popular holiday attraction. This year it will be located in the Burger Building parking lot on Bridge Street in McCaysville.
the steel bridge as well as the lamp posts in both McCays-
ville and Copperhill. The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway depot
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Shoofly Pie Ingredients
Pastry for single crust pie 1½ cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Perhaps the most famous of Pennsylvania Dutch recipes is Shoofly Pie. While no one can say for certain how the pie got its name, it seems logical that the sweetness of the pie made flies a nuisance. Re-create the taste of Pennsylvania Dutch country-style cooking with this easy and tasty recipe.
6 Tbsp. butter 1/2 cup light molasses 1/2 cup hot water
1/2 tsp. baking soda
Directions
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Prepare and roll out pastry. Line 9-inch pie plate with pastry. Trim to 1/2-inch beyond edge of pie plate. Flute edges; do not prick pastry. Bake in 450 degree oven for five minutes. Cool thoroughly on rack. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees. For filling, in mixing bowl stir together flour and brown sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl combine molasses, hot water and baking soda. Pour 1/3 of the molasses mixture into bottom of partially baked pastry shell. Sprinkle 1/3 of the flour mixture atop molasses layer. Repeat layers, ending with flour mixture. To prevent over-browning, cover edge of pie with foil. Bake in 375 degree oven for 15 minutes. Remove foil; bake 15 to 20 minutes more or until filling is set. Serve warm. Makes 8 servings. Tip: Use only all-purpose flour. Lauren McMann
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Midnight Blueberry Vegan “Cheesecake” Directions
Ingredients
1½ cups walnuts 1 cup pitted dates 1/4 tsp. sea salt, divided in half 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen) + 16 reserved for garnish 8 raspberries (fresh or frozen), for garnish 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 2 hours, drained 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/3 cup pure Vermont maple syrup
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1. To make the bottom layer, or crust, place the walnuts, dates and 1/8 teaspoon sea salt in a high-speed blender or food processor and pulse to break the ingredients down until they’re crumbled. Run the motor and process until the mixture is ground up and sticking together when you squeeze a little in your hand. 2. Press the bottom layer into a small casserole, pie plate, or baking pan that has been lightly greased with olive or coconut oil. Set aside in the refrigerator while you make the top layer, or chill overnight. 3. To make the top layer, or filling, blend the soaked cashews, blueberries (minus the ones reserved for garnish), coconut oil, remaining 1/8 teaspoon sea salt, and pure Vermont maple syrup in a high-speed blender or food processor until they’re as smooth as possible. Pour this mixture over the bottom layer crust in the pan. Use a spatula or back of a spoon to spread the top layer over very evenly. 4. Garnish with the remaining blueberries and 8 raspberries. Transfer the “cheesecake” to refrigerator and chill for at least three hours. Cut into wedges or bar shapes.
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A variety of original artwork that would make good Christmas gifts will be available for sale during the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association’s annual Holiday Art Sale at the Art Center.
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Kart-Wheels Ingredients
1½ cups all purpose flour 1/2 cup margarine or butter, softened 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1/2 tsp. baking powder 2 Tbsp. of milk About 1 cup of pie filling or jam, any flavor
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Heat oven to 375 degrees. Mix flour, margarine/butter, powdered sugar, baking powder and just enough milk until dough forms. (If dough seems dry, mix in more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time.) Divide the dough into six equal parts. Shape each part into a ball. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet; flatten slightly. Make an indentation, 1¾ inches in diameter and about 3/4 inch deep, in center of each flattened ball. Fill each indentation with about 2 tablespoons of pie filling. Bake until the edges begin to brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Makes 6.
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Mix first five ingredients then add carrots. Pour into greased 13x9 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Cool and frost with cream cheese icing.
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Make red, orange and green Jell-O using one cup of hot water and five to six ice cubes in shallow dishes or pie plates. Refrigerate to set. Make lemon Jell-O using one cup of hot water and five to six ice cubes. Let this one partially set. It should be soupy. Line the bottom and sides of the angel food cake pan with lady fingers. Cut red, orange and green Jell-O into squares. It is OK if they “break.” Whip up Dream Whip according to package directions. Fold in soupy lemon Jell-O. Using a spatula, scoop Jell-O cubes into Dream Whip mixture and fold in. Pour into cake pan lined with lady fingers. Chill overnight (this is best) or four to five hours. To serve, lift center of angel food cake pan and slice. Enjoy. For Weight Watchers this dessert is 27 points. It makes about 12 servings that equal 2.25 points/serving.
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Blue Ridge, Georgia 877-374-2057
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Blue Ridge’s Farm Winery
Serenberry Vineyards VISIT US FOR A WINE TASTING! 10 miles from Downtown Blue Ridge Open All Year, Thursday through Sunday Call or visit our website for directions, hours and events.
Serenberry.com 706-623-8463
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