Tr EEL TUE MALT AC DNC FAN AA AAnAA A THE DALLAS POST/Wednesday, May 11, 1988 13 Food/cooking ~ y. AN ELEGANT TABLE —Inexpenive but elegant mis- matched china plates and glassware, lacy linens, and fresh flowers make for a lovely table setting. Elegance Is not costly Today’s tables are putting on their best dress for casual as well as elegant occastions. Frozen or fast food, take-in or gourmet pre- pared-at-home meals are being showcased on fashionable tables which often combine fancy and inexpensive dinnerware and acces- sories. Ff ccording to Michele Occhio- | a. director of the National Tabletop Association, New York, “The last five years have seen a resurgence in fashion for the table with fine china and crystal as likely to be used for chili as for Beef Wellington. As with personal fashion,” she notes, ‘home and table have become an expression of the creative self, communicating as many moods as there are people.” Fortunately, say the experts, to be in style everything doesn’t have ge match. ‘This takes the pressure »71 those striving to coplete costly dinnerware patterns,”’ says Bride’s magazine tabletop editor, Donna Ferrari. ‘Complementary pieces ¢ family hand-me-downs to flea- market finds, extend the use of’ china and crystal patterns and offer a change of pace.” Ferrari suggests using seashells for cold seafood salads, or Manila fans with a lettuce leaf for lunch- eon sandwiches, creating lotus fold napkin ‘‘cups’’ to cover mis- matched soup bowls, and filling in missing settings and serving dishes with inexpensive but unique looking pieces. Whatever you select, she says, can be tied together with tablecoverings, accessories and flowers. Even those who can afford to buy fancy accessories, often prefer making creative ones which will impress guests, such as these easy- to-do ‘‘wow-inspiring’’ table addi- tins: -Napkin rings created from a loop of ribbon secured with a silk or fresh flower glued at the seam. -Roll a slice of cardboard tissue core in white glue, then in pot- pourri, for a fragrant napkin holder. -Hollowed out firm fruit or vege- tables make decorative candle- sticks or serving bowls. Try apples or artichokes for candles and cab- bages or kale for side dishes. -Quilts, shawls, doilies, even mat- tress pads and sheets make crea- tive tablecoverings. Combine a solid bedsheet with a floral pat- terned runner. Adds Occhiogrosso, ‘‘Tables, like fashions, can be dressed up or down, with the pale colors impart- ing a formal feeling and bold colors creating a casual look. Whatever the occasion, the fashionable table sets the stage for food and a pleasurable dining experience.” Chicken is good for you Eating for good health should be who live alone or in two-person gfjiictine goal and no food is better households. And it is compatible or all ages than chicken. with most medically restricted From childhoods through senior diets. years, chicken is not only a taste favorite but also a nutritional winner. It is lower in fat content and calories than most meats but supplies the complete protein - needed daily by every cell in the body. Kids love chicken, especially the drumsticks which are easy for small hands and mouths to handle. For the hearty appetites of teens and the college crowd, chicken is satisfying and adaptable to their @t-on-the-run lifestyle. : = Young professionals who give high priority to fitness appreciate chicken’s healthful qualities. It also appeals to their sophisticated pal- ates. And families, depending on chicken for economy and conve- nience, can serve chicken often without fear of mealtime monotony. Chicken rates high with the elderly too. It is conveniently pack- aged and easy to prepare for those MAN'S BEST FHEND CLASSIFIEDS Even your best friend knows that the classifieds give you the answers you need! For anything you might want to SELL or BUY] CALL TODAY CLASSIFIEDS 675-5211 HOURS: [0], Fo gf V] 3-79 WED. ba - Pl To JE To MT 0) THURS. & FRI. > He {oJ 0: Holo) SAT. 9t0 5 SUN. 12to 5 ANNIVER and nausea,” Add zing with apples! Faced with the same dull menu ideas night after night? To add new excitement to old recipes, look no further than that jar of applesauce on the shlef and break out of the cooking doldrums with a whole- some food that is delicious, nutri- tious and versatile in dozens of recipes. ; During April, Pennsylvania’s apple producers and processors are emphasizing the many uses of applesauce in conjunction with National Applesauce Month. Applesauce can also be used as a cooking ingredient to spice up tired dishes. Combine applesauce with lemon juice and tomato sauce to create a zesty barbecue sauce for chicken or add it to meatloaf for a new moistness and flavor. Create a new bread spread by mixing apple- sauce with butter or use it as a substitute for butter or mayonnaise in grilled cheese or turkey sand- wiches. Of course, applesauce is till a popular and convenient dessert item but can be used in many new and delicious ways. Fill dessert crepes with applesauce for a new taste treat or use applesauce as a low calorie topping for ice cream. Bakers can even moisten their cakes and cookies by adding apple- sauce to the batter. For purists, chilled applesauce garnished with cinnamon or par- . sley still serves as a perfect warm weather dessert or snack that’s a snap to prepare. Best of all, no matter how apple- sauce is used, it is still a good source of vitamines and nutrients with no fat or cholesterol. In fact, each cup of applesauce contains only 80 calories and is also rich in pectin, a dietary fiber which may actually reduce blood cholesterol levels. Current medical research also indicates applesauce is a good source of boron, which improves the body’s use of calicum to pre- vent osteoporosis. With today’s emphasis on health and fitness, many people are eating lighter. It’s good to know that there is a great tasting food that is also good for you and can be used in so many fresh and delicious ways. Potatoes are toxic? A recent Cornell study concluded that ‘‘Potato skins contain natural chemicals that are toxic to humans.” Although the study could not pinpoint the number of skins it would take to feel the effects of these chemicals, it stated that “consuming large amounts (more than 20 milligrams per 100 of fresh weight) would result in headaches as reported in a recent Los Angeles Times story. The Cornell claim failed to men- tion that it is virtually impossible to reach the 20 milligram level when consuming average amounts of potatoes. To reach this level, a person would have to eat 125 pounds of potatoes at a sitting to feel the very least of the side effects mentioned. WE'VE MOVED?! DALLAS LAUNDROMAT HAS MOVED 0 the TOWEL OUTLET BUILDING Memorial Highway, Dallas, Pa. 675-2800 Open every day-Sunday through Saturday 7 a.m.-9:30 p.m. i Angel Torte by cleaning some of the strawberries for the family’s family dessert. (C.M. Denmon make delightful desserts Photo) Strawberries BY CHARLOT M. DENMON Staff Writer Strawberry season is a favorite time of the year for the Joseph Saporito family because they know that’s the time of the year they will have plenty of Alice Saporito’s deli- cious fresh strawberry desserts. With the past few sunny, warm days, they realize local strawber- ries will be. in abundance in the markets and they will partake of strawberry pie, strawberry tortes, and various other strawberry delights. Strawberries have put in an appearance in the markets recently and during the past week, Alice Saporito purchased several pints to make some of her family’s favorite recipes. Since she works full time, Alice looks for easy-to-prepare des- serts that look spectacular and taste delicious. One of her favorite recipes is Strawberry Filled Angel Torte and “Make it with The Pennsylvania Dairy Promo- tion Program (PDPP)announces th first off-shoot of its successful “Make it with Milk’’ Low-Fat, Low- Calorie Dairy Recipe Contest. Along with PDPP guidance, the Brandywine Hospital in Chester County is continuing this tradition by incorporationg a similar recipe contest into their annual Brandy- wine Hospital Strawberry Festival. For all Pennsylvanians interested in creating healthy, well-balanced, nutritious meals yet maintaining the low-fat and low-calorie concept, this contest is for you. Each contestant needs to create an original main course recipe that incorporates at least one low-fat dairy ingredient. Entries are due May 15 and should be submitted to: Brandywine Hospital Weight Con- trol Center, “Make it with Milk” Recipe Contest, 213 Reeceville Rd., P.O. Box Suite 37, Caln Twp. PA 19355. MEMORIAL HIGHWAY DALLAS, PA. (ACROSS FROM DALLAS SHOPPING CENTER) SARY SALE It's our Anniversary but you get 0 0 DEE ALL STORE MERCHANDISE our way of saying thank you Sale ends Sat., May 14 Sorry No Lay-A-Ways Register To Win one of two $25 Gift Certificates to be given away Sat., May 14 Name Deposit in Entry Box Address Phone her granddaughter’s favorite is Fresh Strawberry Glazed Pie. Alice graciously agreed to share these recipes with our Dallas Post read- ers. The torte is quick and easy and a pre-baked, homemade or purchased angel food cake can be used. The torte can be put together in 10 to 20 minutes. The pie takes slightly longer but it is also an easy-to- prepare strawberry delight. STRAWBERRY FILLED ANGEL TORTE 1-16 oz. pkg. frozen strawberries (sweetened) 1 pkg. vanilla instant pudding (3-4 0Z.) 1 c. milk 1 10-12 inch angel food cake 1 med. container whipped topping 1 pt. fresh strawberries Let frozen strawberries thaw. Wash and hull fresh strawberries. Combine pudding mix with milk. When pudding thickens, stir in thawed strawberries. Split angel food cake into three layers. Spread strawberry mixture between layers, stacking layers back on top of each other again. Spread whipped top- ping over top and sides of cake. Decorate top with fresh strawber- ries. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate 2-3 hours. STRAWBERRY GLAZED PIE I» ¢. water 1 c. sugar . 3 T. cornstarch 2 c. strawberries 1 T. butter or margarine Red food coloring 1 pie shell, prebaked Mix water, sugar and cornstarch in saucepan. Crush strawberries and add to mixture. Bring mixture to boil and cook until clear (3-5 minutes). Add butter and red food coloring (before adding butter and coloring, strain mixture). Arrange sufficient fresh strawberries to fill pie shell (heap berries in shell). Spoon glaze over berries and refrigerate till set. Top with whipped cream before serving. milk’ contest announced Finalists will be chosen by pre- liminary judging with a cook-off scheduled for June 4 during the festival. The Grand Prize winner will Phone: (717) ‘South Abington Lions Club FIFTH ANNUAL Saturday, May 21, 1988 VENDORS WANTED! 20' X 30' Space -*8.00 a day Carnival Grounds, Chinchilla, PA 587-2546 586-8101 586-2929 receive a $200 shopping spree from Cropper’s Farm Market in Guth- riesville. Additional prizes include a $50 savings bond, ice cream certificates, and a set of three saute pans. : “IE isthe time ALLASC[20ST Just fill out the coupon and mail it with your check or money order to: Tie SPDALLASCPosT P. O. Box 366 Dallas, Pa. 18612 NOW to order ; 0 $12 1 Fr 0 $23 2 Bind i 0 $32 3 years O $14 1 year out of state y Name 7, % Or call 675-5211 for assistance. A Address City State Zip 1000. dp EERE Eee STRAWBERRY TIME — Lisa Cavill helps her grandmother Alice Saporito make strawberry filed CN ET Se
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