By CHARLOT M. DENMON Staff Correspondent . When David and Barbara Simon came to the Back Moun- tain Area seven years ago and opened their Countryside Inn at Demunds Corners, Dallas, nei- ther one realized the amount of time and work they would have to put in it. Nor did Barbara ever dream she would be studying courses in culinary arts at Luz- erne County Community College. Both of them, however, say it is all worth it. ‘The Simons came to the area in 1977 from Long Beach, N.J. Dave was a school teacher in New Jersey, but his dream was to own a restaurant and, when visiting here, the couple decided they liked the Back Mountain well enough to settle here. In looking for a location, they happened upon the location at Demunds Corners and purchased the property. Not until much ~ later did the Simons realized the amount of work involved in con- verting the corner neighborhood bar (closed at the time) into a Country Inn for fine dining. Dave, who sailed the Carib- bean for a year when he was younger, was a steward on a chartered boat owned by James Crosby, chairman of the board of Resorts International. He did all the cooking for the crew and guests and it was there that he learned to prepare a variety of foods. Now, he does all the cook- cooked to order. His soups, ribs and cheesecakes are his special- ties and he shares those recipes with no one. Barbara does a lot of the pre- paring and the baking for the Inn and also does most of the cooking for the family. The Simons have three children, Annette and Inn owners Dallas Post/Charlot M. Denmon Demunds Corners. Jimmy, who are both high school graduates and working in New Jersey; and Dawn, age four, who attends Steppping Stone Nursery School in Trucksville. Presently, the Simons are building an addition to the Inn and, in the near future, will open a Country Store and Deli where they will sell Ribs, Cheesecakes,. and Dave’s special soups and sauces. Barbara has two favorite reci- pes she agreed to share with Dallas Post readers, Pepper Pot, an economy meal that was great for Depression days; and Creme Brulee, a favorite dessert of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy. PEPPER POT Knuckle of veal 1 1b. veal meat, either on knuckle or separated 2 1b. tripe, partially cooked 3 med. onions, sliced Water sufficient to cover knuckle 1T. salt Put knuckle, meat, onions and salt to cook. Cook slowly for two hours. Cut meat in small pieces after cooking. Wash trip thor- oughly; cut in small pieces and add to soup; then add three white potatoes, sliced, two bay leaves, six pepper corns, one teaspoon thyme and one teaspoon sweet basil. Simmer about one hour. If uncooked tripe is used par- boil for one and one-half to two hours. : DOUGH BALLS (for Pepper Pot) Beat one egg, add enough flour to make a fairly stiff dough; add pinch of salt. Roll it out and cut in small squares or roll in small bits in floured hands to make balls per size. Add to Pepper Pot and simmer half hour. If desired thicken soup at end with about three tablespoons butter blended with three tablespoons flour. CREME BRULEE 8 egg yolks I c. sugar Pinch salt 1 pt. heavy cream 1.t. vanilla Heat heavy cream to scalding. Beat egg yolks, sugar and salt together; add heavy cream in a steady stream beating simulta- neously; add vanilla. Strain through sieve into custard cups or pots de creme. Bake for 27 minutes at 350 degrees in waterbath (pan of water just beyond lukewarm halfway on cups). Watch (should not brown on top); these con- tinue to cook even after they are taken out of the oven so don’t refrigerate until cool. After chilled, sprinkle white or brown sugar quarter inch thick over the top and run under the broiler to melt but not brown. It forms a crust which is to be tapped with a spoon to crack surface before eating. Note: Barbara had better suc- cess with the sugar top by using only enough sugar to cover the top. It makes a thinner crust and is a little easier to break. AARP group holds meeting The Luzerne County Chapter, American Association of ‘Retired Wyoming Valley Mall, with Jerry Fritzen, president, presiding. Eleanor Sabol, program chairman introduced Attorneys Paul Kanjor- ski and Robert Hudock. Each gave an informative talk to the group followed by a question and answer period. The first ¢“55 Alive-Mature Driv- ing Course,” for this newly formed chapter was offered this month with the following members completing the six sessions: Frank Berrot, Clyde Billman, Nello Caparoni, Marilyn Deets, Anna Erceg, Helen A. Gasowski, Walter H. George, Julia George, Joseph Greco, Mary E. Harrison, Marion Pascoe, Albert L, and Kaye Martin Ray, Marie L. Reilly, Blanche Smith, Dorothy J. Thomas, Richard J. and Mary J. Ward, Marge Hooper. Instructor Jerry Fritzen and Patrick Higgins, Retired State Police officer, signed and presented to each member of the group a certificte of completed work of the course. This course results in excellent discounts for insurance purposes for the AARP p senior citizen. While the National level of this organization is 26 years of age, the Luzerne County Chapter was formed in March of 1984. In the Luzerne County area there are eight thousand national level members of AARP. We urge these members to attend the local chapter meetings which are held the third Monday of each month, at Pomeroy’s audito- rium, Wyoming Valley Mall. Time of the meetings is 1 p.m. and enrollment fee is $2.00 per person. This newly formed chapter of AARP has excellent leadership who honor the AARP motto - “To Serve - not to be Served’. The aim of the organization is to secure more equitable treatment for people 50 and over, actively employed, semi-retired or retired, gaining benefits for members that they could not gain for themselves, including better retirement guides, group health insurance, money market fund, non profti pharmacy service, motroing plan, hotel, motel, car rental, discounts and travel service. Officers of the Luzerne County "Chapter are president, Jerry Fritzen; vice presidents, Helen Gasowski and Wm. C. Wiekbrecht; treasurer, Mary Conyngham; secre- tary, Vicki Lesser; Board members, Walter George, Ann Klien, Caroline Altavilla, John Roland, Eleanor Sobol, James Lavin, and Fred Krackenfeld. Committees have been formed naming the following, Walter George, legislative; Marion Pascoe, membership; James Clark, commu- nity; Eleanor Sobol, programs; Kaye Ray and Joseph Greco, public relations. All interested persons are invited to attend the local meetings. All National members are urged to attend. Next meeting will be held Oct. 15. ! BRIAN KAROLCHIK Five-year-old grows tomatoes Brian Karolchik, 5-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Karolchik, 84 Davis Street, Trucksville, has extraordinary luck with his first garden. The highlight of his garden- ing is a nine-foot tomato plant that has grown up over the rain gutter on his house. This Westmoreland kindergarten student who learned his gardening skills from his grandfather John Juris of Dallas, treated his garden soil with a combination of wood ashes, coal ashes, grass clippings and rabbit manure. In addition to two tomato plants, Brian raised cauliflower, peppers and in another patch of ground, zuchinni. Salomon Epstein, M.D. Binghamton Plaza 607-772-8757 Charles R. Davenport of Shaver- town has been appointed Manager of S-H-S Internatinal of Wilkes- Barre being responsible for the overall operations of thise executive search-placement organization. A graduata of Juiata College and affil- iated with S-H-S for over four years, his prior experience includes indus- trial chemical sales, consumer packaged goods sales and industrial supervision. In addition to the man- agerial responsibilities, he special- izes in the recuritment and placing of technical personnel in the food manufacturing industry. Charles, his wife Rebecca and'two sons, reside in Jackson Township. He is an active member of the “Society. for .the Preservation and Encouragement’ of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America, Inc.” (S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A.), serving as pres- ident of the Wilkes-Barre Chapter and singing bass in thé ‘Four On A Beat” quartet. The ninth annual Luzerne County Folk Festival is coming! From October 25 through 28 at the 109th F.A. Armory in Kingston, there will be a celebration of the ethnic heri- tage of Northeastern Pennsylvania with 26 ethnic groups represented. Admission, Adults $3.50; Students, $1.00; and Under 12-free. Hours--Thurs., Oct. 25, and Fri., Oct. 26-6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Sat. Oct. 27, 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Oct. 28, 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Further information--Luzerne County Folk Festival Comm., 35 Denison Street, Forty Fort, Pa. 18704. (717) 288-6784 or 288-7038. Closed Mon. Hours Tues. thru Fri. 10 - 5 Sat. 10 A.M. To 2 P.M. #5 8 Open the doors to creative — kitchens & baths and you'll find friendly service, helpful professionals and quality merchandise. Browse through our many = beautiful displays. Wallpaper is also available plus our many decorative items. Kitchen cabinets by: Kraftmaid Bruce Oakwood 1x1 Kitchen Kompact Sinks by: Kohler Corian, Formica, Counter Tops Plus Many, Many, More planned activities. Sunset RT TL DALLAS SCHOOLS Oct. 17 - 23 hoagie, sauteed onions or juice hot dog on roll, oven baked French fries, cinnamon applesauce, choice of milk, juice. THURSDAY - Marathon spaghett w-meatballs, maestro tossed salad, honor rolls, blue ribbon fresh fruit, choice of milk, juice. Bonus: Honey- oatmeal raisin cookie. : FRIDAY - Cheese pizza or oven baked fish on roll, w-lettuce, tartar sauce, creamy cole slaw, choice of milk, juice. Bonus: Our own baked cupcake. MONDAY - Pork bar-b-que w- special relish on roll, or Sloppy Joes on a crispy roll, crispy French fries, choice of milk, juice. Bonus: Coco- nut cream pudding w-topping. TUESDAY - Octoberfest special, Hearty franks and sauerkraut, fes- tive German potato salad, choice of milk, juice. Bonus: Chocolately German chocolate cake. WEST SIDE TECH Oct. 17 - 23 WEDNESDAY - Oval spice-cheese on soft bun, vegetarian soup-crack- ers, spiced applesauce, pickles, ice cream, milk. THURSDAY - Marathon spa- ghetti, maestro salad, hoor rolls, blue ribbon fruit choices, honey- raisin-oatmeal cookies, milk. FRIDAY - Pizza twins, creamy cole slaw, buttered veggies, Tech squares, milk. MONDAY - Ham patty on bun, buttered peas, chilled fruit, peanut jumbo, milk. TUESDAY - Taco-lettuce-tomato- cheese, buttered corn, corn chips, ice cream, milk. GATE OF HEAVEN SCHOOL Oct. 17 - 23 WEDNESDAY - Hot dog on roll, baked beans, chips, pickles, cookies, milk. HE - THURSDAY - Beefaroni, tossed . salad, bread-butter, fruit, milk. FRIDAY - Macaroni-cheese, green beans, fruit, bread-butter, milk. in MONDAY - Steak hoagies, onion ies, milk. TUESDAY - No school Teachers Institute. LAKE-LEHMAN SCHOOLS Oct. 17 - 23 Senior High School Fi * WEDNESDAY - Hot dog or kiel- = | basi on bun, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, peaches, milk. Or: Bag Lunch. ; ghetti, honor roll, maestro tossed meal raisin cookie, milk. i FRIDAY - Toasted cheese or | minced bologna-cheese sandwich, potato chips, pickle chips, vegetable soup-saltines, fruited jello, milk. MONDAY - Pork bar-b-q or ham- burg on bun w-relish, potato puffs, buttered corn, pears, milk. ; ri TUESDAY - Beef stew over but- tered noodles, pickled beets, Parker House roll-butter, peaches, milk. Junior High & Elementary Schools WEDNESDAY - Pork bar-b-q on bun w-relish, buttered corn, frosted cake, milk. f ghetti, honor roll, maestro tossed salad, blue ribbon, fruit, honey oat- meal raisin-cookie, milk. FRIDAY - Fish n’cheese nuggets, French fries, cabbage salad, pine- apple tidbits, milk. MONDAY - Hamburg on bun, potato puffs, applesauce, Tasty- kake, milk. TUESDAY - Meatball hoagie, corn chips, buttered green beans, pudding, milk. j Special i fr aan un un wd ore Japan Declare | Socialists in \War on Treaty | | y to forrow Offer With A tion. $10. ........... sisnsraaneseiensbensins 1 yo OUI $19 ............. Medes derhiversrsnie 2 years $28... Ar 3 years
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