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Archive for November, 2008

Pam Gets David to Try Doggy Ice Cream

Pam recently hosted a birthday party for her dog Gomer. As a part of the festivities, she gave the pooches Frosty Paws Doggy Ice Cream!

David couldn’t make it. So, Pam was kind enough to bring a sample.

umm…. ewww….

The 40lb Turkey

Morning Show listener Barbara told us about her 40 lb turkey! We had to see it to belive it!
Thanks Barbara!

Stuffin Muffins!

Maria’s Stuffin’ Muffins – gma’s emeril lagasse contest winner

1 bag Pepperidge Farm cornbread cubes
1 pound bulk sage pork sausage
1 stick butter
2 chopped onions
2 cups chopped celery
2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped
1 bag craisins (dried cranberries)
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
2 to 3 cups low sodium chicken stock
2 eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Place cornbread cubes in large mixing bowl.
Sauté sausage and onions in skillet until brown, breaking up sausage into small pieces. Drain in colander and transfer to bowl.
Melt butter in same skillet and sauté celery until crisp and tender. Add to bowl.
Add apple and remaining ingredients, except broth.
Mix all and then add broth until thoroughly moistened but not really wet.
Add eggs and baking powder. Mix well.
Place stuffing mixture in a large, greased glass casserole or in 12 muffin tins. Bake at 325° for 25 minutes covered, 10 minutes uncovered for casserole and 25 minutes for muffins. Enjoy warm.

Butternut Squash Casserole w/Rice Krispies

Ingredients
2 cups cooked butternut squash
3/4 stick softened margarine or butter
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 small can evaporated milk
Topping Ingredients
1 cup Kellogg’s Rice Krispies cereal
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 stick melted butter or margarine

To Cook Fresh Squash: Choose firm 1-1/2 to 3 pounds squash. Cut in half (lengthwise). Remove seeds. Place cut sides down in dish or place directly on carousel plate in microwave. Microwave 20 to 35 minutes until tender. Scoop out pulp and discard skins.

Cream butter and sugar, add eggs, milk, and vanilla. Mash squash and add to mixture. Blend with mixer. Pour into oblong Pyrex dish and bake at 350 degrees for one hour. Test as for custard — knife comes out clean. Mix topping ingredients together and spread over casserole. Reheat for 5 to 10 minutes until it bubbles. Serves 8 – 10.

MOA Thanksgiving Walk to End Hunger

Walk off those pre-feast calories and raise money to stop hunger in the Twin Cities at the Mall of America.  You can drop off non-perishable food items at the North Entrance to Nickolodeon Universe and walk for hunger Thanksgiving morning.  Details at www.walktoendhunger.org.  You can also call 612-807-2228 t make monetary donations over the phone.

Salvation Army Kicks off Red Kettle Christmas Season

Learn how you can become a part of the Red Kettle drive and be part of a special promotion that will fill the SA’s Foodshelves as well for the needy this Christmas season.  Go to www.thesalarmy.com.

Invite an International Student for Thanksgiving Dinner

OSM – Overseas Students Mission is looking for host families to share their Thanksgiving dinner with an international college student. Most have never experienced Thanksgiving.  Learn how you can share yours at www.osmission.org or call 434-295-6488.

St.Paul Prayer Breakfast Thursday 11/20

Pray for the leader of St.Paul TH 11/20 from 7a – 9a at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in St. Paul. Go to their website for more info www.stpaulprayerbreakfast.com

“Boxes of Love” for Thanksgiving

Help pack Thanksgiving food boxes for families in need.  Call 612-338-0999 ext 22 or go to www.hlictwincities.org to find out how you can volunteer.

New Life Family Services

At New Life Family Services, they compassionately open their doors and hearts to women and men who believe that abortion is the “only” solution to an unplanned pregnancy. Through practical and spiritual counsel, they provide education and support with the hope that each client will make a life-affirming decision for their unborn child. LEarn more at www.nlfs.org.