-l # By CHARLOT M. DENMON Staff Correspondent Mrs. Richard Scavone of Moores- town enjoys preparing nutritious, but easy foods for her husband and two sons. Whenever possible, she uses only natural products and tries to serve well-balanced but tasty meals. Judy, as she is better known to friends and family, especially enjoys making desserts, preferably unusual cakes. Her boys favorites are molasses taffy and fruit muf- fins. Her son, Anthony, will be a stu- dent in the fifth grade at Lehman- Jackson Elementary in the Fall, and joseph will be a third grade student at Ross Township. Judy, who has been an active Parent Teacher Association, will serve as president for the coming year. Recently, as representative of the PTA, she was the recipient of a plaque from the school district for the organization’s cooperation, understanding and support of the Lake-Lehman District’s transporta- tion system. In her leisure time, Judy likes to sew and makes many beautiful items for her home. She also enjoys making and decorating straw wreaths for the various holidays. She finds most of her time is spent taking care of her home and family. Among the favorite recipes of her sons and husband are Golden Punch, ideal for summer entaining; Orange Glazed Pork Chops; Fruit Bran Muffins, which disappear as fast as she makes them; Molasses Taffy, Anthony and Joseph’s favor- ite (it’s fun) and Cool 'N Creamy Coconut Cake, All are quick and easy to prepare and these are the recipes Judy generously shares with Post readers this week. GOLDEN PUNCH 1-12 oz. can frozen lemonade 1-12 oz. can frozen orange juice 6 juice cans water 1% c. sugar Combine ingredients. Chill several hours. Pour into punch bowl. Add gallon of ginger ale. ORANGE GLAZED PORK CHOPS 6 med. pork chops , ¢. orange juice 2 T. brown sugar 2 T. orange marmalade Simmer chops one hour in a small amount of water. Mix orange juice brown sugar and marmalade. Pour over pork chops and simmer another 45 minutes. COOL ’'N CREAMY COCONUT CAKE 1 pkg. yellow cake mix 174 c. milk Ys-Yo €. sugar 2 c. coconut 8-0z. container Cool Whip Bake cake according to directions on package. Let cool 15 minutes, then poke holes in cake with utility fork. Bring milk, sugar and half cup coconut to boil for one minute. Spoon over cake. Let cake cook completely. Mix remaining coconut and cool whip and spread over cake. Keep refrigerated till serving. FRUIT BRAN MUFFINS BISCUIT MIX 8 c. flour 1/3 c. baking powder 2 t. salt 8 t. sugar (optional) With pastry blender cut in one cup shortening to a very fine texture. Pour mix into container and refrig- erate. Mix will stay fresh for a month when refrigerated. Use as desired for muffins. MUFFINS 2 c. biscuit mix 3 T. sugar 34 ¢. milk 1 egg, slightly beaten 2 T. shortening, melted 3 T. table bran 1 peach, diced + + If desired, other fruit may be used - two thirds cup raspberries, blueberries, apricots or raisins, etc. Combine all ingredients, stir well; mixture will be lumpy. Fill muffin tins two-thirds full. Bake at 400 degrees for about 15-20 minutes. MOLASSES TAFFY 1 c. molasses , c. granulated sugar Cook in heavy skillet until a drop of molasses cracks in cold water. Add a little water and remove from heat. Quickly stir in half teaspoon soda and one teaspoon vanilla. Pour into greased pan, cool slightly. Pull with greased finger tips to make it porous. Lay on waxed paper. Sampling muffins Dallas Post/Charlot M. Denmon Summer salad MANDARIN DESSERT SALAD 1/4 cup orange marmalade 1 tablespoon brandy 1 teaspoon crystallized ginger, minced 1 teaspoon grated lime peel 1 large grapefruit 2 tangerines 3'large bananas 2 tablespoons slivered kumquats, optional In a small saucepan, melt mar- malde over low heat; stir in brandy, ginger and lime peel, cool. Pell grapefruit and cut into sections. Peel tangerines and slice into cart- wheels., Peel and slice bananas. In serving dishes, arrange fruits, along with slivered kumquats. Spoon mar- malade mixture over all. Makes four servings. Miss Meri Walp, age 15, daughter of Robert and Joanne Walp, Zions- ville, Pa. has been accepted as a State Finalist in the Pennsylvania American Coed Pageant to be held July 12, 13, 14, 1985 at the Pitts- burgh Hilton & Towers in Pitts- burgh. The Miss American Coed Pageant is open to girls between the ages of 13 and 19 who are students. Emphasis is place on the import- ance of physical fitness, mental alertness, self-confidence, achieve- ment in school, and service to their community and church. The pag- women for their contributiolns to their community and their accom- plishments at the present time while encouraging them to set goals for the future. The pageant theme is “Youth, Pride of the Present...Hope of the Future.” Miss Walk is the granddaughter of Mrs. Marie Walp and the late Ralph Walp of Shavertown, and Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Hadsall of Trucksville. She formerly resided in Dallas. Her hobbies include: art, roller skating, swimming, basketball, vol- leyball, and collecting stamps and coins. Girls interested in the pageant should write Mrs. Betty McKinstry, 3317 Overton Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35223 or call (205) 967-6151. ® DAY CARE SCHOOL . p.m. A recent Saturday Breakfast meeting of the Back Mountain Kiwanis Club at Franklin’s Restau- rant, Dallas, was addressed by Paul J. Farrell, Scranton District Super- visor of Pennsylvania Board of Pro- bation and Parole. Farrell gave an enlightening description of the func- tions of his agency, which plays an JAZZIES BAR CATERING Providing Bartenders Waiters, Waitresses and Complete Party Organizing TO ADD MORE THAN JUST A TOUCH OF CLASS TO YOUR PARTY CALL 824-9BAR 9000000000000 000000000 000 important role in the criminal jus- tice system. \ The recent arrival of the newest member of your household is the perfect time to arrange for a WEL- COME WAGON call. I'm your WELCOME WAGON rep- resentative and my basket is full of free gifts for the family. Plus lots of helpful information on the special world of babies. Call now and let's celebrate your baby. 675-0350 “eame ign. oA Flea Market will become yearly event The success of the Flea Market ‘held at the Meadows Nursing Center on Saturday, June 15, has led to the start of what the Auxiliary hopes will become another Back Moun- taint tradition. 1 From now on, the Saturday before Father's Day will see the pond at the Nursing Center surrounded by colorful booths and stalls and endors selling such bargains as we saw this past week. Working type- | writers, handmade crafts and ceramics, beautiful antique items, hard to find ribbons and trims, vintage clothing, and home-made pies and goodies. You'd have met the Back Moun- “tain Kiwanis fingerprinting children and greeting everyone with good humor and fun, the funnel cake man dispensing his wares with lots of laughter. It was a great day. We're grateful for everyone who partici- pated. Ti be sure to call “Memeo. | Phone 675-2070 The Most Famous Basket in the World® . x : | 3 Roa Sal Bar en a ae mh
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