Innholdsfortegnelse for Halloween 2010 i Southern Lady

I remember with great fondness Halloweens when my boys, Eric and Brian, were young. We would create costumes for weeks. My favorites were the clown costumes I sewed for days. I had a standard outfit that I wore every year—an orange chiff on robe with miles of fabric in it. I reversed the eye shadow and lipstick for the evening. My lips were painted blue, and my eyelids were always red. Of course, I put on a black hat and whooshed to the door when little treat seekers rang the doorbell. They made interesting comments about my getup. When I was a little girl, I wanted to be a gypsy on Halloween. Mom would get out her costume jewelry, and I would meticulously restring beads and baubles, creating the most…

Cover Recipe Candy Corn Cheesecake Makes 1 (10-inch) cheesecake 2 cups finely crushed chocolate cream-filled sandwich cookies* . cup butter, melted 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened 1 (8-ounce) package mascarpone cheese, softened 1 (8-ounce) container sour cream 1. cups honey 1. cups sugar 6 large eggs ? cup all-purpose flour 1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 24 drops yellow food coloring, divided 8 drops red food coloring Garnish: candy corn Preheat oven to 350°. In a medium bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake for 12 minutes; remove from oven; cool. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, mascarpone, and sour cream. Beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add honey and sugar;…

Nacho Nibbles Makes 5 servings 1 pound ground beef or turkey 2 teaspoons taco seasoning mix 1 (14-ounce) jar chunky salsa ¾ cup cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese* 5 cups tortilla chips ¾ cup pimiento-stuffed green olives, sliced Guacamole (optional) In a large skillet over medium heat, add beef, and cook until browned and crumbly; add taco seasoning, stirring to combine. Add salsa and tomatoes, stirring until combined. On a platter, mound tortilla chips, and top with beef mixture, cheese, and green olives. Serve with guacamole, if desired. *We tested with Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Bloody Blue Punch Makes about 4½ cups ½ cup concentrated blueberry juice 1 liter club soda, chilled 1 lemon, thinly sliced In a pitcher, pour blueberry…

Held at Jackson Manor October 28th Eight O’Clock Once the little goblins are tucked in, join us for tricks and treats. RSVP: 555-0166 Mummy Veggie Dip Makes 12 servings 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened and divided 3 (4-ounce) packages goat cheese, softened ¾ cup green olives with pimientos, drained and chopped 1 (4.25-ounce) can chopped black olives 1 (3.5-ounce) jar capers, drained, rinsed, and chopped ½ tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground black pepper Assorted fresh green vegetables In a medium bowl, beat 1 package cream cheese and goat cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Add olives, capers, garlic, and pepper, beating until combined. Refrigerate mixture for at least 1 hour. Place mixture on a serving platter. Form into a mummy design. Beat remaining cream…

On the morning before Halloween, pumpkins go on sale, and the competitive carving begins. Later in the afternoon, the public can get into the carving act, but only the students’ pumpkins are allowed entry in the contest. In early evening, more than 400 pumpkins are judged for creativity and craftsmanship. Then once the awards are presented, the public may buy the pumpkins for only $5 each. Just think, a prize-winning pumpkin without the mess. For more information on the day, check out cadc.auburn.edu/pumpkincarve/.…

J ust four years old and already artists and collectors alike consider Ghoultide Gathering to be one of the premier Halloween-only art shows. Because it remains small and focused, this annual event has become famous for providing enthusiasts with quality art. Collectors travel across country to shop, meet their favorite artists, and mingle with friends. They know the best of the best will be offered for sale at this one-day-only show. This year 23 artists will participate. Works will include papier-mâché sculpture, wood carvings, paintings, jewelry, soft sculpture, ornaments, and even artistic food creations, all based on the fantastical theme of Halloween. The vibrant colors of autumn leaves create a backdrop for Ghoultide Gathering. As guests cross over the wood bridge to enter Mill Race Village, large pumpkin heads and…

Funny Face Fun Why not let the kids get in the act this Halloween? Rather than carve a pumpkin, print our funny-face stickers (see page 109) featuring colorful eyes, noses, mouths, and ears. Or let your little Picassos create their own pumpkin masterpieces with brushes and paints and a dab of glitter. After all the creative endeavors, the budding artists are bound to be hungry, so we’ve provided sweet-and-treat recipes for them to not only eat but also decorate. Have your paper towels close at hand—at this party, things could get messy. Witch Hat Cheese Ball Makes 8 to 10 servings 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened ¼ cup mayonnaise 2 cups shredded Italian 6-cheese blend 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese ½ cup chopped…

Monster Marshmallow Pops Makes 2 dozen pops 24 large marshmallows, 24 (4-inch) lollipop sticks 1 recipe Royal Icing (recipe follows) Assorted Halloween sprinkles Candy corn Sanding sugar Royal Icing eyes 3 (9x4x3-inch) pieces floral oasis Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Insert 1 lollipop stick in one flat side of each marshmallow. Dip each marshmallow in desired colored icing, gently shaking off excess. Place dipped marshmallow, stick end up, on prepared baking sheets. Let stand until icing begins to dry but is still slightly sticky, about 5 minutes. Decorate as desired. Insert finished Monster Marshmallow Pops in floral oasis to dry completely. Royal Icing Makes 2 cups 1 (1-pound) box confectioners’ sugar 5 tablespoons meringue powder ½ cup water Assorted food coloring In a medium bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar, meringue…

Once the kids had outgrown trick-or-treating, Julie Blackstone went looking for a fun way to celebrate one of her favorite holidays. In 2005, the Haunted House on the Hill was created. Julie and her 86-year-old father, James Stone, actually made all the life-size replicas of monsters and creatures displayed around the house. And their collection grows every year. James builds the frames, and Julie creates the characters with masks and vintage clothing. It is a truly unique fatherand- daughter bonding experience! Date Bugs Makes about 5 dozen dates 1 (10-ounce) package pitted dates 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 ounces crumbled blue cheese 2 tablespoons mayonnaise ¼ cup chopped toasted pecans Cut dates in half lengthwise. Split one half lengthwise, leaving top intact to look like wings. In a medium…

Chapter Openers Pages 18 and 88–carved Fun-kins, Masterpiece Pumpkins Monster Mayhem Pages 34-45–small orange plates, cocktail picks, plastic skulls, ice bucket, skeleton parts, and glittery spiders, Party City; votives, silver cake stand, and runner, Target; napkins, black candlesticks, and silver plate, World Market; craft box for invitation, Michaels Thriller of a Wedding Pages 60-67–photography, Lucky Photography Mummy’s Night Out Pages 68-77–plates and martini glasses, Target; martini pitcher, World Market; black tray with rhinestones and black and clear glasses, Z Gallerie; glass lotion bottles, Hobby Lobby; frame, Down Mulberry Lane Funny Face Pumpkin Party Pages 78-87–aprons and paint, Michaels; plastic cups, Target; straws, Party City Dr. Frankenstein’s Laboratory Pages 100-105–superspiral sprinklers (turned upside down and used as centerpiece towers), paper plates, napkins, and plastic flatware in bright colors, lightbulbs, and glow…