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Halloween Treats Thursday, October 16, 1975—MIRROR-HERAM^-Page 5B It’s the season for Hallo- „ and Halloween pump- L which can be used for »ore than jack-o-lanterns. gany North Carolina gaipldns are sold and turned Mrs. Smith’s frozen ^pldn custard pies. These Lare sold in grocery stores ^ restaurants across the (ountry. , "Fresh Fruit and Vegetable jxjkbook” produced by Cele rity Kitchen, Inc. says, Technically, pumpkins are a jeinber of the squash family; jjes vary from large to ex- iemely large.” According to je Woman’s Day En- yclopedia of Cookery, linpkin is the name of a lourd belonging to the licurbitaceae family which jso includes melons, squash, tA cucumbers. The family ame is impressive, but is (thing compared to foods Bpared from pumpkin. Proper selection is the first tep in preparation. Choose a ich, orange-colored pumpkin /ell matured, not broken or racked, and free from soft rot nd excessive scarring. Basic cooking directions — aifor quarter pumpkin, re- love seed and stringy por- on, cut into small pieces and len trim off rind. Cover pan id cook in small amount of ghtly salted water until ten- »r, approximately 25 to 30 liiiutes. (Remember, pump- h is a watery vegetable.) rain and mash, or force /rough a food mill or strain- •, One 5-pound pumpkin ields about 41/2 cups of /ashed cooked pumpkin to be iedinpies, desserts, breads, /iffins, custards, or as de- Slice pumpkin into narrow thin slices; arrange on cookie sheet, onelayer deep. Sprinkle with brown sugar and salt to taste. Dot with butter. Bake at 400 degrees F. for 10 minutes or until tender and almost Yields 6 to 8 transparent, servings. A pumpkin can do double Iliyas a jack-o’-lantern plus urnishing mashed pumpkin. '0 prepare the shell, cut off ke top section. Remove the eeds and scoop out part of the L” Just be sure to leave iiough for a sturdy shell. 'Ihe 'meat” can be cooked, and ck-o’-lantem face can be at on the remaining shell. Mashed pumpkin can be sated, seasoned with butter, alt and pepper to be served as vegetable. Also Pumpkin lips are worth serving as a igetable. Pumpkin automa- taEy means pie but Pumpkin tenge Crunch Pie is a pleas- jt change from the kind aially anticipated. Why not y Pumpkin Cookies for the oiingsters in the family. Un- sedmashed cooked pumpkin in be frozen for later en- lyment. PUMPKIN STRIPS (or less) small pumpkin Brown sugar to taste Butter H PUMPKIN ORANGE CRUNCH PIE 1 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1*72 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 14 teaspoon salt 2 cups cooked, mashed pumpkin 114y2-ouncecan (12-3 cups) evaporated milk 2 slightly beaten eggs 1 unbaked 9-inch pastrv shell 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter or mar garine 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour V2 cup chopped walnuts 2 teaspoons grated orange peel Combine 1 cup brown sugar, cornstarch, pie spice, salt and pumpkin. Stir in milk and ^gs. Pour into pastry shell. (Crimp edges hi^ — filling is generous). Bake at 400 degrees F. for 40 minutes. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients. Spoon over pie; return to oven and bake 5 to 10 minutes more or till knife comes out clean. Cool. Cinnamon, cloves and ginger may be substituted, if neces sary. Season to taste! PUMPKIN COOKIES y2 cup shortening IVi cup brown sugar, firmly packed 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla iy2 cups cooked or canned mashed pumpkin 2*72 cups sifted flour 4 teaspoons baking powder '72 teaspoon salt '72 teaspoon cinnamon '72 teaspoon nutmeg or gin ger 1 cup raisins ■ 1 cup (popped nuts Cream together shortening and brown sugar. Add eggs, beat thoroughly. Mix in vanilla and pumpkin. Sift together dry ingredients. Blend into creamed mixture. Stir in raisins and nuts. Drop dough by heaping teaspoon fuls on greased baking sheets. Bake in a moderate oven (375 degrees F.) until lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Makes 5 dozen. Cookies may be frozen. Cool on rack, package in freezer containers with tightfitting lids, seal, label, date and put in freezer. Recommended storage time: 9 to 12 moiths. To serve, let thaw in con tainers at room temperature a few minutes. Pam Is Elected Cheerleader HIGH POINT — Miss Pam Boheler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Lee Boheler, Kings Mountain, has been elected a cheerleader at High Point Col lege. Pam is a sophomore and is majoring in elementary education. She was a member of the cheerleading squad last year. Cheerleaders were chosen on their appearance, pep and enthusiasm, and ability to do jumps and splits. High Point College’s major fall sport is soccer and the major winter sport is basket ball. High Point College is a co educational liberal arts col lege related to the United Methodist Church; 1,130 stu dents are enrolled this year. Kincaid Stationed In Texas AUSTIN, Tex. — Bergstrom AFB, Tex., is the new assign ment of Air Force Captain (Dr.) Richard J. Kincaid, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dan H. Kin caid of Bessemer City, N. C. Captain Kincaid, a dentist, was assigned to Bergstrom from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry, where he earned his D.D.S. degree and his B.S. degree in science education. The captain graduated in 1967 from Bessemer City High School. His Wife, Eiizabeth, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James R. Davis Jr. of 1456 Cherokee Road, Florence, S. C. CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to our nei^- bors and many friends for the many expressions of sympa thy and acts of kindness during the illness and death of our loved one. The Famity Of Velma L. Staley ThisVfeek^ Best PfcxTie Buy! From the center of Kings Mountain drive east on Hwy. 74 and turn left onto Cleveland Ave. (Hwy. 161). Turn right on Grove St. and follow the signs to the Model Homa. 1702 North Woods Dr. $23,100 3 bedrooms, 1 '/2 baths, family room « EasytoRnd: compare Anywhere in the Area: 'Convenient location, yet secluded suburban family community. ' Choice of attractive 3 & 4 bedroom plans, with at least 11/2 baths. eneled family rooms, wallpaper accents, ^ihple closet space, built-in range, outside Storage. Some with carpeting, walk-in closets, garages. ‘'need from $19,050 to $25,775. All homes alible for 5% Tax Credit. FHA and 100% n financing available. Model Home, open each Sat., Sun. Mon. from 1:30 to 5;30 p.m. Other times ‘>y appointment, ^untambrook KINGS MOUNTAIN Exclusive selling agent: ^Eastrldg^IomM Call: 867-3511 an American Traditional OAK * |»|||; .«|fl ■■ s" isv-"-- nT ■'I't ', "■■V. ^'' c/ ■■ • •• ilsK. ' fr 9 Drawer Triple Dresser • Framed Mirror Roomy 5-Drawer Chest • Full Size Panel Headboard When you look for a bedroom for your home...to last for years.. .you look for all wood construction and excellent finish. We invite you to see ‘‘Oak County.” This bedroom is of rugged oak...solids and veneers. The sixteen-step finish, including dis tressing, glazing, hand padding and two lacquer coats, is in a hue called “COUNTRY CRAFTSMAN,” an antiqued Oak custom finish. See this terrific buy today at Sterchi’s! I®’ Sterchi’s.. .Your Headquarters for Sealy Sleep Products! Queen Size 60"x80" - $319.95 Set King Size TS 'xSO" - $459.95 Set Sealy Posturepedic Imperial IS A UIMIQUE BACK SUPPORT SYSTEM 95 TWIIU SIZE Ea. Pc. The Posturepedic people do not take their promises lightly. After all, they know what firmness is all about. They designed their mattress in cooperation with orthopedic surgeons for comfort- FullSizeEa. Pc. $129.95 ably firm support. So be good to your self. .. let a Posturepedic comfort your back and gently insist that you relax. Sleep a restful sleep with comfort of your choice: Extra Firm or Gently Firm. Other Sealy Mattresses as low as $49 ea. pc. FURNISHING SOUTHERN HOMES SINCE 1888 401 S. Battleground Ave. Phone 739-5451 Equal Housing Opportunity ' USE OUR CREDIT WITH A PERSONAL TOUCH!
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