BELIEVE
"Sometimes, the things that may or may not be true are the things
a man
needs to believe in the most: that people are basically good;
that
honor, courage and virtue mean everything; that power and
money,
money and power mean nothing; that good always triumphs over evil.”
Wed. January 31st is Inland Empire Past Matrons and Patrons dinner meeting at the downtown Masonic Temple in the small banquet room. 6:00 P.M. ($11.00 per person) Following the meeting we will gather in the Rose Room for our memorial and Installation of our 2007 officers. Hoping all are well and able to attend.
Reservations to Bonnie Rail or Joan Kershner
** Joy Lemmons PM, Alexander #242, St. Charles, MO, Martha & Mary #364, Steelville, MO GGC
Sisters and Brothers,
Surprise, surprise! The Most Worthy Grand Patron and his Deputy in Mexico are giving us a new Chapter for St. Patrick's Day. The Chapter is being formed by a group of Canadians and Americans who reside in Ajijic which is at Lake Chapala close to Guadalajara. The Chapter work will be done in English.
The General Grand Chapter Officers usually take part in the various ceremonies. This will be specially true this time, since the work will be done in English. Raul and I are working on a bus trip so you may participate in this historic event.
Time is very short notice, less than two months away and the tour company must have an immediate commitment of a non refundable deposit of $50.00 and final payment by February 20. Don't miss out! We will take only one bus. Seats fill up very rapidly. Send your deposit as soon as possible.
Be part of this historic event while you enjoy the serenity and delightful, eternal spring climate of Lake Chapala, Mexico's largest natural lake. Experience Guadalajara, the second largest city in Mexico affectionately known as Pearl of the West and famous for its colonial atmosphere, beautiful women, mariachi (Mexican music troubadours) , and Mexican Hat Dance.
Saturday, March 17, 2007 at 10:00 A. M.
The cost of the round trip bus fare, 6 night hotel accommodations, sightseeing, tips for bus driver, guide, baggage handling, luncheon and banquet on the day of the Institution is only $499.00.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
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Thursday 15: Departure from: Nat Washer Lodge promptly at 6:00 A. M. and at 6:15 A.M. from Motel 6 (7950 S IH 35). Spend the night in Zacatecas
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Friday 16: Brief city tour of Zacatecas: Arrive in Guadalajara, City tour or arrive in Ajijic; walking tour and shopping (Bus cannot maneuver narrow streets in Ajijic)
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Saturday 17: Institution, Initiation, lunch, Installation & Banquet in Ajijic
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Sunday 18 & Monday 19: Sightseeing and shopping in Guadalajara (possible optional tour to Ballet Folkloric Show)
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Tuesday 20: Start return to San Antonio spend night in Zacatecas or other convenient location
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Wednesday 21: Arrive in San Antonio
(1) Notarized birth certificate or valid voter's registration or Passport
(2) Official I. D. with photograph (Driver's license)
RESERVATIONS CLOSE February 20, 2007.
A $50.00 nonrefundable deposit will reserve your seat but balance must be paid by February 20. NO REFUNDS FOR CANCELLATIONS AFTER FEB. 20, 2007.
IF YOU ARE FLYING DIRECTLY TO GUADALAJARA, you will NEED a PASSPORT! This is the new regulation for travelers by air or sea for 2007.
Detailed information will be sent to those expressing interest in going.
Please direct questions and make all checks payable to:
Sylvia Garcia
4103 Springview Dr.
San Antonio, TX. 78222
Home Phone 210-337-4105
Cell Phone 210-355-7511
E-Mail: Sylviagusa@netscape.net
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I am looking for a crotchet pattern for the OES Star Point pedestal doilies. Do you know who may have a pattern? If not, would you put it in "Stars of
Washington."
Thank you,
** Mary Jane Parks, Maple Chapter #218, yellowrosegirl44@yahoo.com
Officers' chairs needed ...
To you for your help and all my Star Brothers and Sisters Thank you for the Seder Feast Menu.
Sincerely,
car all the time and thank the Lord for looking out for me as I go about the state. But we also are responsible for our own destiny so extra caution is
always in style.
I checked with one of our OES members, Susan Olsen, who grew up in New York. Here is the information that was requested in Stars. … ** Marla Miller
Subject: Seder Dinner
Begin with chicken soup if you choose. No noodles, just chicken soup.
The main meal consists of:
Roast Chicken baked at 325 degrees for 30 minutes per pound BUT the more preferable meat is fresh brisket. This is prepared by wrapping the brisket in foil and pouring the chicken soup over it to cook until tender. (Costco has CHOICE fresh brisket that is excellent)
Potatoes OR more traditionally matzo meal pudding. This is dry and prepared with noodles. You can find the recipe on the Matzo box.
Fresh asparagus and carrots.
THE SEDER PLATE:
How the plate looks is more important than what is on it. For a family it is the centerpiece of the table, your friend will have to fix several of these plates that would be served on turkey platters.
EACH plate has:
1) matzo
2) gefillete fish (You can buy this already prepared in jars.)
3) red horse radish called TSIMAS
4) sprigs of parsley
5) hard boiled eggs. (Everyone has to have at least one-half of a hard boiled egg.)
6) celery
7) Everyone eats some of everything from the Seder plate.
Dessert is a fruit cup (canned or fresh) with Coconut macaroon cookies
ONE VERY IMPORTANT ITEM: You have to have a glass of salt water between every other person so they can dip the celery.
If your friend lives in an area that has a synagogue he might check with the local Rabbi who can offer a lot of tips on how to serve a beautiful Seder meal.
- January 24 ... OES: OV; RESCHEDULED: Nesika Chapter & Cyclamen Chapter; King Solomon Temple, 10 Auburn Way South, Auburn. 7:30 PM.
- January 25 ... OES: OV; Vida Chapter & Cedar Chapter; South Tacoma Masonic Hall, 5405 S. Puget Sound, Tacoma. 7:30 PM.
- January 26 ... GL: District 18 Meeting, Kelso Lodge No. 94, 6:00 PM. Ladies; TU.
- January 27 ... OES: NW Past Deputy Instructor Luncheon; Ballard. Noon.
- January 27 ... OES; Snohomish County Worthy Patron/Associate Patron Dinner; Snohomish. 6:00 PM.
- January 27 ... GL: District 19 Meeting, Washington Lodge No. 4, Vancouver. 6:00 PM. Ladies. TU.
- January 29 ... OES: OV; Centralia Chapter & Chehalis Chapter. Centralia Masonic Building, 218 N. Pearl Street, Centralia. 7:30 PM.
- January 30 ... OES: OV; Fern Chapter, South Tacoma Masonic Hall, 5405 S. Puget Sound, Tacoma. 7:30 PM.
- January 31 - February 2 ... GL: Grand Lodge of Utah.
RESCHEDULED POSTPONED MEETING DATES
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Afton Chapter, .Marysville ... Friend’s Night and Men’s Night is rescheduled for January 24th at 7:30.
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Century Chapter, Issaquah ... Honor Night for Patti Parker, Dandy Diplomat Deputy Instructor, has been rescheduled from Wednesday, January 24th to Wednesday, March 14th.
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Delta Chapter, Tukwila .... Honor night for Dandy Diplomat DI, Cheryl Hammond has been rescheduled for Monday, February 12th. It will be a special meeting starting at 7:30 PM.
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Faith Chapter, Parkland ... Postponed OV has been rescheduled for Wednesday, January 31st where they will be celebrating their 50th anniversary.
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Henry Wentworth Chapter, Vancouver ... will have their postponed meeting on Wednesday, January 24th.
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Laurel Chapter, Black Diamond ... Stated Meeting is rescheduled for January 25th ...
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Madrona Chapter, Anacortes ... will meeting on Monday, January 29th for their postponed meeting. Meeting time is 5:00 PM, followed by a potluck at 6:00 PM. Bingo and a White Elephant party will follow.
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Narcissus Chapter, Orting ... will have their postponed meeting on Thursday, January 25th.
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Nesika and Cyclamen Chapters' OV ... rescheduled for January 24th but the location is King Solomon Temple 10 Auburn Way South, Auburn. 7:30 PM.
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Pyramid Chapter, Federal Way ... will meet Thursday, January 25th for their postponed meeting. Sounds like something exciting is going to happen at this meeting!
GRAND REPRESENTATIVE APPOINTMENTS
(Let’s fill in the empty spaces of those that have either expired as of 12/31/2006 and 1/1/2007 … hopefully, I have them all! Those from other Jurisdictions who receive this publication and wish to correspond with their counterparts, please let me know!)
Alberta
British Columbia
Connecticut ... Jennie Kelly, Stanwood Chapter
Florida ... Pam Armagost, Welcome Chapter
Massachusetts ... Jean Cole, Warren Chapter
Michigan ... Ed Weber, Adelphi Chapter
Minnesota
Mississippi
New Brunswick ... Nancy Boivin, Crown Chapter
New Hampshire ... Marjorie Bamford, Centralia Chapter
North Carolina
Ontario ... Marjorie Giebrecht. Silver Star Chapter
Sao Paulo
Saskatchewan ... Lee Ison, Belfair Chapter
disappointed and have a hard time supporting the people I loved.
Here is my concern: I am from a smaller jurisdiction (Maine), but by no means the smallest. If all members are allowed to vote, large jurisdictions like Ohio and California can dominate the vote. This could be especially true in elections. For example, we had a candidate from Rhode Island for Grand Trustee this past Triennium. Her state is very small with only around 11 chapters. That is a very small group of star members to get motivated to go to General Grand Chapter to vote for her. Now if you had someone running from Ohio (as I understand they are the largest jurisdiction) they could really activate a large group of voters. That would give the person from Ohio a very large advantage.
Also, we could have our elected general grand officers all from a certain area of the country. At this past general grand, it would be easier for a large group of members from Minnesota or a nearby state to attend the election. For members from states like Florida it is a long trip and it will be harder to get members to go just to vote for a candidate from their state. More central jurisdictions would have an advantage over jurisdictions in the corners like Florida, Maine,
Washington, British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, Bolivia...
Also, let's say a MWGM has a change that she wanted to our Order. One not heavily supported by the general membership, but her jurisdiction really wanted. She could arrange for hundreds if not thousands of her members to show up on the day of that vote because it would not be a long drive for them. Likewise if it is a measure supported by a small jurisdiction like mine (Maine) who can't make it to the triennium as a day trip but opposed by the MWGM's jurisdiction, we would have no way of offsetting the voting population she could produce. Even if we could carry many of the other voting members.
If we just allow the current delegation to vote, all jurisdictions have the same size pool of voters to pull from. Each jurisdiction has one WGM & WGP every year. Yes, those states that are closer to general grand will get more of the Past Grands to attend, but that pool is probably only 20 or 30 active past grands, as opposed to 1000s of members who could attend.
I realize that this may be the same argument that is used in the state level to restrict member voting. But it is much easier to travel around your jurisdiction to help yourself get elected or to get a change to your CR&R passed than it is to travel around the world.
** Stephanie Dupal, PM, Pioneer Chapter No 11, Lisbon Falls, Maine GGC
Our grand jurisdiction, British Columbia and the Yukon, has recently given the vote to ALL members. After all, all members pay the same amount of money so why would anyone be considered less important?
They could not vote on anything including changes or new officers. Consequently many, many said that they would not come back to a Grand Chapter again and they didn't. Our jurisdiction is a large area including many that have to access the ferry system. It IS expensive to attend only to find out you can't have a say in YOUR organization. I am glad that we did change our voting rights.
The members who I spoke to that attended General Grand Chapter were all disappointed that the change did not go through. As to saying that one jurisdiction could bring a thousand members to "stuff" the vote, I just don't believe that would happen.
** Cynthia Hague, PM x 2, Gr. Representative of New Hampshire in BC, Ruth #22, Saanichton, British Columbia, Canada GGC
** JoAnn Sheppard, P.G.M., GGCCM Triennial Assembly, General Chairman, Norman Chapter #41, Blanchard Chapter #237, Norman, OK GGC
** Bob Attebery, PGP Nebraska, Luna Chapter #169, Elkhorn, NE ggc
In Alberta we passed a vote a few years ago that everyone attending gets to vote. It used to be that the WM, WP, AM., AP., PM, PP of all chapters got
to vote so you could have 2 votes to as many as 5 if you were a PGM.PGP, as you took the proxy of those unable to attend.
This way with the one member one vote it equalizes the vote as for in the bigger centres where we held grand chapter you just needed to show up for the vote and leave again now the little chapters with members attending can sometimes out vote the larger chapters and we also don't really know when the voting is going to take place it depends on how business is going-- this year was a good example on one order of business which we thought was going to take all morning
that was passed in about 1/2 hour the officer reports were all in handouts and given out with the registration papers so the WGM said all in favour of the written reports-- vote passed. (some reports still had to be read for clarification - finance, audit,) so that stopped members from just showing up for an hour to vote. and got rid of the proxy. we found numbers were up at this years grand chapter as now that everyone had a say it was more interesting, as the complaints we got most were why go if we can't vote.
** Helene Kenny, Aurora chapter 46, Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada GGC
Chapter could not survivor if it wasn't for the regular members therefore it seems that we should have a vote or at least some kind of representation. Let the appointed Grand Officers of other Grand Chapters have a vote or let a WM, WP, PM or PP from each Chapter under GGC have a vote.
We had that many members vote at Virginia Grand Chapter and about 1500 at California Grand Chapter.
** Chris Kyle WM, Bayside 181 Virginia Beach VA, Point Loma 490 San Diego CA GGC
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I was told today when two of us were discussing the questions with other Past Matrons that: "General Grand Chapter is for the "Past Grand Matrons and Past Grand Patrons"! They are the only ones who have a vote.
** Peggy Salm, PM, Golden Valley #60, Vacaville #28, Davis, California GGC
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Pearl Harbor Day
Although the Attack on Pearl Harbor took place 64 years ago today, the Library of Congress offers this piece of history to the general public as part of its mission 'to sustain and preserve a universal collection of knowledge and creativity for future generations.' "After the Day of Infamy: 'Man-on-the-Street' Interviews Following the Attack on Pearl Harbor presents approximately twelve hours of opinions recorded in the days and months following the bombing of Pearl Harbor from more than two hundred individuals in cities and towns across the United States." These transcripts and audio of the recordings made between December 8, 1941 and February, 1942, can be searched by Keyword, Names, Subjects, Manuscript Titles and Geographic Locations. Biographies of the interviewers and the progression of the preservation techniques are also detailed. The interviews 'feature a wide diversity of opinion concerning the war and other social and political issues of the day, such as racial prejudice and labor disputes. The result is a portrait of everyday life in America as the United States entered World War II,' an interesting trip back in time!
PASSOVER SEDER
With its Passover dishware and
silverware, the Seder table is
different than the regular dinner table. The centerpiece of which is the
Seder plate, a special plate containing the 5 foods that remind us of
the struggle of the Israelites in their quest and journey to freedom.
Three pieces of matzoh are placed in a Matzoh Cover (a cloth sleeve or envelope) and placed in the center of the Seder table. Before the meal begins the middle matzoh is removed and broken in half. One half is returned to the Matzoh Cover, the other - the Afikomen - is hidden, to be hunted by the children at the end of the Seder meal. The child who finds the Afikomen wins a special prize. Some homes break the Afikomen in to many pieces assuring that each child present can find a piece and receive a prize
The
Seder plate contains foods that have special meaning for this holiday
- Haroseth … A mixture of chopped walnuts, wine, cinnamon and apples that represents the mortar the Jewish slaves used to assemble the Pharaoh's bricks
- Parsley (dipped in salt water) … Symbolizing Springtime, it is dipped in salt water to remind us of for the tears of the Jewish slaves
- Roasted egg … Another symbol of Spring
- Shank Bone … Symbolic of the sacrificial lamb offering, the bone can come from whatever the family is eating, such as the leg bone of a roasted turkey
- Bitter herbs … Freshly grated horseradish reflects the bitter affliction of slavery
During the Seder 4 glasses of wine are poured to represent the 4 stages of the exodus
- freedom
- deliverance
- redemption
- release
A
fifth cup of wine is poured and placed on the Seder table. This is the
Cup of Elijah, an offering for the Prophet Elijah. During the Seder the
door to the home is opened to invite the prophet Elijah in
After
the meal is eaten, the children search for the Afikomen. The Seder is
finished when the children have found the Afikomen and everyone has
eaten a piece.
WHY IS THIS NIGHT DIFFERENT ROM ALL OTHER NIGHTS? The Four Questions
It is said that the Seder is celebrated especially for the children. It is important for Jewish children to be and feel involved in the celebration of Passover. Much of the ceremony is based on the commandment in the Bible that says, "And thou shalt tell thy son"
At
the Seder the Haggadah, the Book of Exodus, is read and the history
celebrated with its stories, songs and prayers
Why? Why? Why?
· Why is this night different ?
· Why do we eat such unusual foods as Matzoh, the unleavened bread, and Maror, the bitter herbs?
· Why do we dip green herbs in salt water?
· Why do we open doors?
Why do we hide and then eat the Afikomen?
Why? Why? Why?
At
the Seder it is the youngest child at the table that answers the 4
questions asked at Passover.
· On all other nights we eat all kinds of breads and crackers. Why do we eat only matzoh on Pesach ?
Matzoh
reminds us that when the Jews left the slavery of
· On all other nights we eat many kinds of vegetables and herbs.
Why do we eat bitter herbs, maror, at our Seder?
Maror
reminds us of the bitter and cruel way the Pharaoh treated the Jewish
people when they were slaves in
· On all other nights we don't usually dip one food into another At our Seder we dip the parsley in salt water and the bitter herbs in Charoset.
Why do we dip our foods twice tonight? We dip
bitter herbs into Charoset to remind us how hard the Jewish slaves
worked in
Egypt . The chopped
apples and nuts look like the clay used to make the bricks used in
building the Pharaoh's buildings. We dip parsley into salt water. The
parsley reminds us that spring is here and new life will grow. The salt
water reminds us of the tears of the Jewish slaves
· On all other nights we eat sitting up straight. Why do we lean on a pillow tonight?
We
lean on a pillow to be comfortable and to remind us that once we were
slaves, but now we are free
The
Haggadah itself stresses the importance of the Seder as "a spectacle
meant to excite the interest and the curiosity of the children."
Everything in the Seder is meant to make the children curious and to ask
questions.
** Site shared by Fred Noyes, Okanogan Chapter
in cash donations, or as stated above $37,000.00, to cover the cost of Kits and the donations to cover the cost of equipment. For all WA-CHIP's is a 501(c)(3) corporation with an emphasis on Child Safety. We also have an addition to our corporation and that is that it is an educational program for students studying Law Enforcement, Dental Professions, the Medical Profession, Education, the Video Field, Human relations and other fields that require working with the public. My request here is not only for financial contributions but assistance in finding students and members of the different youth groups who are willing to help. Donations of equipment is of the utmost concern at this time as Cameras used to record to a DVD format cost in excess of $700.00 each. If anyone has any ideas or suggestions or names of Professionals that I can contact and give a presentation to please let me know so that arrangements can be made and outside funding sources be obtained.
Entertainment Network for the Visually Impaired of Seattle, Local Law Enforcement Agencies, Several Dental Professionals and other business to bring this program to the public. Once again any ideas as to whom can be contacted to assist in both the presentations of the program and help financially will be well accepted and pursued.
Fraternally,
** Vincent DiGiulio, Spokesperson
"The Old Masters Wages"
I met a dear old man today,
Who wore a Masonic pin,
It was old and faded like the man,
Its edges were worn quite thin.
I approached the park bench where he sat,
To give the old brother his due,
I said, "I see you've traveled east,"
He said, "I have, have you"
I said, "I have, and in my day
Before the all seeing sun,
I played in the rubble, with Jubala
Jubalo and Jubalum."
He shouted, "don't laugh at the work my son, It's good and sweet and true,
And if you've traveled as you said,
You should give these things their due."
The word, the sign, the token,
The sweet Masonic prayer,
The vow that all have taken,
Who've climbed the inner stair.
The wages of a Mason,
are never paid in gold,
but the gain comes from contentment,
when you're weak and growing old.
You see, I've carried my obligations,
For almost fifty years,
It has helped me through the hardships
and the failures full of tears.
Now I'm losing my mind and body,
Death is near but I don't despair,
I've lived my life upon the level,
And I'm dying upon the square.
Sometimes the greatest lessons
Are those that are learned anew,
And the old man in the park today
has changed my point of view.
To all Masonic brothers,
The only secret is to care,
May you live your life upon the level,
May you part upon the square. -- Unknown
** Shared by Howie Wynia
NOVEMBER:
Evening Star ... Phil Krause Grand Coulee Dam ... David Marrs
Pacific ... Art Herring Welcome ... Robert Shaw
Waitsburg
Everett ... Bliss Settergreen Bethel ... Frank Pascoe
Tyler ... Kenneth Estes Corinthian ... Edward Croft
John Rex Thompson ... Ross Goedge Greenwood ... Bill Shortt Jr
JANUARY:
Tyee ... Gene Gregory Century ... Carlmer Sorensen
Laurel Gerald Barnes Maple Leaf ... Gary Pitcher
Olympic ... Herb Farman Poulsbo ... Earl Whittaker
Ferndale ... Earl Granger Golden Rod ... Durwin Moore
Floral ... Jack Estes Occidental ... Joe Ostby
Reliance
Waconda
Belfair
Vida
Cedar
Centralia
Chehalis
Fern
Nesika
Cyclamen
HINT 1: SWEATER SNAGS... Don't cut or pull that snag, instead take the tip of a closed pen, a blunt letter opener or something similar and "push" the snag back through to the inside of the sweater. Knot the snag on the inside of the sweater and help secure the knot with a small dab of clear nail polish.
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HINT 2: To Keep blue jeans from fading, turn inside out and wash in the coolest water possible; dry on lowest heat. Try dry-cleaning jeans once every five to six washings to slow down the fading process and keep colors.
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A THRIFTY HINT 3: When eating out, save on the expense of ordering a drink by ordering a glass of water with lemon. Spice it up with a packet or two of sweetener, and it will taste like lemonade. No charge, no tax and no tip. How about that!
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HINT 4: Don't you just hate when grease splatters? To Keep the grease from splattering. Sprinkle a little salt in your frying pan before cooking.
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HINT 5: Tired of retying your kids shoelaces? Spray the tied laces with water and they'll stay tied longer. Works Great. Grandma Knows....
Cheese Pie
from Traditions... A Taste of the Good Life
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (4 ounce) package Bleu cheese, crumbled
4 ounces Cheddar cheese, grated
1 package Hidden Valley Ranch Original salad dressing mix
6 or 8 different condiments:
chopped ripe olives, green olives, nuts, caviar, shrimp,
green onion, pimiento and cooked bacon
TO PREPARE: In 3 separate bowls, mix 1 package cream cheese with Bleu
cheese, 1 package with Cheddar cheese, and 1 with Ranch dressing mix. Layer
cheeses in a pie plate starting with Bleu cheese mixture on bottom, Cheddar
in the middle and Ranch dressing on top. Mark off 6 or 8 sections with a
knife or toothpick and fill in each section with the condiment of your
choice, being careful to make it colorful. The cheese part may be prepared
ahead and refrigerated. Add topping before serving and serve at room
temperature with crackers. SERVES: 10 - 12
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Cheesy New Potatoes
from the
Houston Junior League Cookbook
12
medium new potatoes
Salt and pepper
2 cups grated Old English cheese
16 slices bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup chopped parsley, for garnish
TO PREPARE: Wash and cube potatoes (do not peel), cook in boiling water
until just barely tender. Remove from heat, drain, and season to taste with
salt and pepper. In a large casserole, place layer of potatoes, half the
bacon, half the butter, and half the cheese. Repeat the layers. Heat in a
350 degree oven for 20–30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly. Remove from
oven and garnish with parsley. SERVES: 6 - 8
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1-1/2 cups sugar
3 cups sifted cake flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cloves
1-1/2 cups buttermilk, at room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1-1/2 cups raisins
1/4 cup milk
3 Tablespoons shortening
1 Tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon vanilla
from Campbell's Kitchen
1 cup water *
4 tbsp. butter OR margarine
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 small green pepper, chopped
4 cups Pepperidge Farm® Herb Seasoned Stuffing
1 1/2 lb. fresh OR thawed frozen firm white fish fillets (cod, haddock or halibut)
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley OR 1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
Directions: MIX water, 2 tbsp. butter, carrots and pepper in saucepan. Heat to a boil. Remove from heat. Add stuffing and mix lightly. SPOON stuffing across center of 3-qt. shallow baking dish. Arrange fish on each side of stuffing. MELT remaining butter and mix with lemon juice and parsley. Spoon over fish.
BAKE at 400 degrees F. 15 min. or until fish is done. Serves 6.
Kitchen Clip: For added variety, choose your favorite Pepperidge Farm(R) stuffing mix instead of the herb-flavored variety.
This is my grandmother'
and clipped (out of magazines,newspaper
years old.
1 lb ground chuck
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans(8 oz each) tomato sauce
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 can(4 oz)sliced mushrooms, drained
3 cups tomato juice
6 ounces dry spaghetti, broken into 4" to 5" inch pieces
Brown the ground chuck into a skillet,drain the grease off and put into crock pot. Add all the remaining ingredients, except the dry spaghetti. Stir well, cover. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high 3 to 5 hours. Turn to high last hour and stir in the dry spaghetti. Yield: 4 servings
Source: Betty Vigar (my grandmother)
Hearing from one of our old neighbors, I asked how the new owners were doing. I was taken aback when she replied, "Oh, you mean the folks who moved into Tom and Betsy's