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Biscoff Spread, sugar and eggs in alarge bowl. Stir in remainingingredients; whisk well and pour intodish.

Bake 10 minutes; reduce oventemperature to 350º F. Continue tobake 35 to 40 more minutes or untilcenter is set. Cool on wire rack at least2 hours before serving at roomtemperature or chilled with desiredtopping. Makes 8 servings.

Whipped Cream with Biscoff Spreadsauce: In a medium bowl, whip 1⁄2 cupwhipping cream with a hand mixeruntil soft peaks form; add sugar to

desired taste and whip until stiff peaksform. Heat 11⁄2 cups of Biscoff Spreadin microwave for 45 seconds or untilmelted. Top each slice of pie withwhipped cream and drizzle with warmsauce.

Biscoff Spread was created usingBiscoff Cookies (those littlecaramelized crisps you've likely had ona Delta Air Lines flight) and has thesame lightly sweet taste, but with asmooth, creamy texture. It is low insugar, contains 88 calories per servingand is an all-natural, nut-freealternative to peanut butter. Foradditional Biscoff Spread recipes,

including festive Chocolate Truffles,Tiramisu and more, visitwww.biscoff.com.

*Biscoff Spread is available in 14-ounce (400 gram) jars atwww.biscoff.com or through retailersnationwide.

Bringing A New Twist To The Holiday Table

(NAPSI)—Americans have longcelebrated the holiday season with theclassic favorite, homemade pumpkinpie. This year, treat family and gueststo a delicious new twist on thepumpkin pie standard. Topped withwhipped cream and warm Biscoffsauce, this unique recipe elevates thebeloved tradition to a new level ofindulgence.

BISCOFF PUMPKIN PIE

Pastry for a 10-inch deep-dish pie shellor 1 refrigerated rolled pastry

1⁄2 cup Biscoff Spread

1⁄2 cup sugar

2 large eggs

1 (15 oz.) can solid pack pumpkin

1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1⁄2 teaspoon ground ginger

1⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg

Whipped Cream with Biscoff Spreadsauce*

Heat oven to 425º F. Line a 10-inchdeep-dish pie plate or quiche dish withpastry; flute edges. Whisk together

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RASPBERRY WALNUT SALADDressing:8 Tbsp. white wine vinegar1-1⁄2 tsp. fresh lemon juice 1 clove garlic, minced1-1⁄2 tsp. granulated sugar1⁄2 tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. ground black pepper1/3cup vegetable oil

SALAD:1 package (10 oz.) mixed salad greens1 small cucumber, thinly sliced1⁄2 cup Fisher Chef’s Naturals Walnuts1 package (6 oz.) fresh raspberriesFor dressing, whisk vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, sugar, salt and pepper in

small bowl. Slowly add oil, whisking until well blended. Cover and refrigerate4 hours or overnight to blend flavors. For salad, combine mixed greens,cucumber slices and walnuts in serving bowl. Whisk dressing; drizzle over top.Toss salad to coat. Scatter raspberries over top. Serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings

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(NAPSI)—Planning your holiday menu? Don’t forgetthe nuts! From stuffing to salads, nuts are one of theeasiest ways to add flavor and crunch to your holidayfavorites. Not just for brownies anymore, nuts are soversatile they can make any recipe a hit at the holidaydinner table.

1. Bake them in—One of the best ways to cook withnuts is to bake them right into your cakes, breads,muffins, cookies and other holiday favorites. To getthe most out of your holiday baking, add toasted nutsto the batter. Toasting the nuts releases their essentialoils, making them more fragrant and flavorful, andadding that special crunch to your baked goods.

2. Top it off—Nuts also make a great topping toholiday dishes. Add a layer of pecans to your sweetpotato casserole. Chopped walnuts also make greattoppings to frosted cakes. And what would the holidaysbe without a sweet and delicious pecan pie? Nuts areincredibly versatile and go beyond your holidaydinners. For a festive brunch, top off yogurt or oatmealwith some fresh walnuts.

3. Mix them up—Make your green beans moreflavorful and exciting with fresh almonds. Look forflavor combinations that bring out the ingredients inyour recipe. Walnuts and cranberries are a classicholiday pair. Mixing cranberries and walnuts into yoursalad and stuffing is a simple way to add flavor to yourclassic holiday dishes. To help keep your nuts crunchyand delicious, be sure to store them in a cool, dry place.

Fisher Offers Fresh TipsFor Cooking With NutsThis Holiday Season

4. Keep ‘em fresh—Fisher Nuts has created a new Freshness SealBag with a press-to-seal closure that locks in freshness and preservesthe flavor and crunch of the nuts after opening. The stand-up designalso features an expandable bottom that opens into a flat base, allowingit to stay upright. The upright design makes it easier to scoop the nutsright out of the bag and into a mixing bowl. It also makes it moreconvenient to store in the pantry or freezer in between uses.

For more information and holiday recipes, visit www.fishernuts.com.

Finding A Gift For The Whole FamilyDoesn’t Have To Be Difficult

(NAPSI)—As any shopper knows, sometimes it’s easy to buy giftsfor a specific person—just hunt for what’s on his or her wish list andcheck it off. But this holiday season many people are looking for giftsthat the entire family can enjoy—at an affordable price.

Many shoppers are solving their dilemma by choosing Nintendo’sWii U home console. The new Wii U console comes with two greatgames starring Mario and Luigi, all at a suggested retail price of $299.99.Wii U has a vast selection of exclusive family-friendly experiences likethe online gaming communityMiiverse and Nintendo TVii—bothincluded at no extra charge.

Wii U has a big library of high-defgames, plus Wii U can play most ofyour old Wii games using the sameWii controllers and accessories. Andthe Wii U GamePad controller evenhas its own screen, which means oneperson can play select games on theGamePad, even if someone else iswatching something on TV. Wii Uoffers outstanding value and varietyfor holiday shoppers.

For more information on Wii U, visithttp://happyholidays.nintendo.com.


(NAPSI)—Fashionably slim Californiaendive (pronounced on-deev) spears withtheir intriguing bittersweet flavor make acrisp dipper for an array of colorful dips.Kids love endive’s juicy crunch, especiallywhen scooping up “pretty in pink”raspberry dip. And, each endive “slimmerdipper” has just one calorie.

California endive is less expensive by thepound than most chips and crackers andlasts up to two weeks refrigerated—andthere’s no need to wash or spin them dry.

To store, wrap endive in a moistenedpaper towel then place inside a plastic bagin the vegetable compartment of yourrefrigerator. With these easy, make-aheaddips, you’ll be eating deliciously healthywhile celebrating the holidays in style!

CARROT-ORANGE DIPMakes about 2 cups, serves 8 to 10

1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced3⁄4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate,

thawed3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil2 Tbsp peeled and chopped fresh ginger1 tsp ground cumin1⁄2 tsp ground cinnamonSalt and freshly ground black pepperCombine the carrots, juice, oil and

ginger in a medium pot and bring to theboil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 20minutes, stirring occasionally, or untilcarrots are very soft. Cool to roomtemperature. Combine carrot mixture withremaining ingredients and chop finely ina food processor. Season with salt andpepper to taste and serve with endivespears.

YOGURT AND CUCUMBER DIPMakes about 2 cups, serves 8 to 10

1 medium seedless cucumber, peeledand grated

1⁄4 tsp salt1 cup plain Greek yogurt1⁄2 bunch scallions, finely chopped1 clove garlic, minced (optional)2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill, or 2

teaspoons dried dillFreshly ground black pepper to taste

Light And Lively Dips ForHoliday Celebrations

Mix cucumbers with salt and marinate15 minutes at room temperature, or untilliquid comes out of cucumbers. Draingently pressing out excess liquid. Combinewith remaining ingredients and serve withendive spears.

ROMESCO DIPMakes about 2 cups, serves 8 to 10

4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided1 Tbsp roughly chopped garlic1 cup garlic croutons1 (16-ounce) jar roasted red peppers,

drained1 cup unsalted whole roasted almonds

or hazelnuts2 tsp sweet smoked paprika or paprika1 tsp hot red pepper sauce (optional)2 Tbsp red wine vinegarSalt to tasteCombine 2 tablespoons oil and garlic

in a small pan and cook until fragrant butnot browned, about 1 minute. Cool;combine with remaining ingredients andchop finely in a food processor. Seasonwith salt and serve with endive spears.

RASPBERRY-YOGURT DIPMakes about 2 cups, serves 8 to 10

1 cup walnuts1 cup frozen raspberries, thawed and

drained1 cup plain Greek yogurt1 Tbsp fresh lime juice1 tsp finely grated lime zest2 Tbsp honey2 Tbsp confectioners’ sugarProcess walnuts in food processor until

finely ground. In a large bowl, fold groundwalnuts with remaining ingredients. Servewith endive spears.

For more delicious endive recipes, visitwww.endive.com.


(NAPSI)—Red wine may be an obvious choice for the winter months,but a rich, full-bodied Chardonnay is a luxurious alternative. Many ofus—not to mention our dinner guests—prefer white wine, even whenthe temperature drops and the wool scarves come out. This season, inthe midst of the red wine aisle, we’re doing an about-face to find theperfect winter white.

As America’s most popular white wine, Chardonnay is a natural fitfor holiday feasts and winter menus. For a classic selection, look nofurther than the vineyards of Napa Valley, one of the world’s most pres-tigious Chardonnay regions. Tucked away, off thebeaten path from mainstream Napa, William HillEstate Winery crafts an elegant, full-bodiedChardonnay from Napa Valley’s most celebratedvineyards. A bright spot on an otherwise bleakwinter, the William Hill Estate 2012 Napa ValleyChardonnay leaves an indelible impression.

“We craft this Chardonnay in a classic NapaValley style,” says Ralf Holdenried, winemakerfor William Hill Estate. “It makes for a versatilepairing with a wide range of foods, but it alsostands on its own as a rich, expressive wine withgreat depth and character.”

For the 2012 vintage, Holdenried looked to ahandful of select sub-regions in Napa to create abalanced wine with bright acidity and a luxuri-ous, silky texture. He chose the cooler, rolling hillsof Carneros, the southernmost region of Napa,for Chardonnay grapes with lively green appleand lemon flavors. Moving further north, warmerareas like St. Helena added a richer character to this Chardonnay, withripe tree fruit flavors and heady notes of baked apple. Layers of cara-mel, brown spice and toasted oak from barrel aging gave this Chardonnayits decadent palate.

An ideal selection for a holiday meal, this Chardonnay complementstraditional seasonal fare like turkey, baked ham or roasted goose. And,this wine will be a welcome accompaniment long after the last holidaydecoration has been stowed away. That’s because the William Hill Es-tate 2012 Napa Valley Chardonnay offers expressive layers of flavor thatmatch cream-based pastas, seasoned pork and rich seafood, like scal-lops or salmon. Holdenried has offered up his favorite smoked salmonrecipe to try with his Napa Valley Chardonnay this winter.

Smoked Salmon & Apple Relish Crostini

Relish:1 Granny Smith apple, cored, peeled and chopped2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives2 tablespoons olive oil1⁄2 lemon, juice only

Toppings:8 ounces soft goat cheese6 ounces smoked salmon, cut into crostini-

sized pieces

Crostini:1 sourdough baguette4 tablespoons olive oil

Slice the loaf into 1⁄2-inch rounds, brush lightlywith olive oil and bake for 13-15 minutes at 250°F or until golden brown. Allow to cool. Whilethe crostini are baking, mix together all the applerelish ingredients in a bowl until well combined.Set aside. Remove crostini from the oven andspread goat cheese over the crostini. Top with apiece of smoked salmon and a teaspoon of applerelish. Serve immediately.

Makes approximately 25 pieces.

To learn more about William Hill Estate and its wines, visitwww.williamhillestate.com or call (888) 909-9463.

Napa Valley Winery Offers Perfect Winter White


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Ways To CelebrateChristmas With A Smile

(NAPSI)—If you believe smiling and Christmasshould go hand in hand, here are a number of ways inwhich you can deliver a smile. Now, you can have anumber of ways in which you can share that smile.

For example, one way to deliver a smile this holidayseason is with gift ideas from 1-800-Flowers.com. Youcan send a faraway friend the Traditional TidingsSleigh Arrangement—a natural for traditional table-top decor and more.

Or you can give that special cookie lover a littlesomething to store all of his or her holiday treats in.Cheryl’s Collector’s Edition Santa Cookie Jar comeswith a holiday cookie assortment and buttercream-frosted cut-out cookies. It’s available at Cheryls.com.

For a sweet and salty gift there’sThePopcornFactory.com. Theirbrand-new line of Very IndulgentPopcorn (VIP) offersultraextravagant popcorn for theholidays made up of decadent in-gredients. The Holiday Ornaments3-Canister VIP Assortment will de-liver a sweet set of smiles this sea-son.

You can present your co-work-ers and professional counterpartswith a basket full of sophistication.Shop 1-800-Baskets.com for sump-tuous treats, gift baskets, towersand assorted gourmet food gifts,each beautifully designed andhandcrafted for the holidays, suchas the Gilded Splendor Gift Bas-ket.

If you’re hoping to spend Christ-mas under the mistletoe with yourchocolate lover, indulge withFannie May chocolates and thebrand’s Mistletoe Sweet & SaltySnack Tower available atFannieMay.com.


Sassy Ginger Cookies AreFull Of Sweet, Chewy Figs(NAPSI)—Ginger molasses cookies bring a wonderful taste of tradition to holidaybaking. Now you can take ginger cookies to delicious new heights with nuggets ofsweet, chewy figs nestled into every bite.

Traditionally, ginger cookies are crisp and “snap” when eaten, thus the name“gingersnaps.” To please the chewy-cookie lovers out there, these ginger cookiesdeliver the ultimate combination of light, crispy outside and moist, chewy inside.

Whether you go for golden, slightly nutty-flavored Calimyrna Figs or dark purple,sweet Mission Figs—or even a combination—this Chewy Ginger Molasses FigCookie can become a holiday tradition and a much-requested treat.

Chewy Ginger Molasses Fig Cookies2/3 cup packed light brown sugar1⁄2 cup vegetable oil1 large egg white3 tablespoons light molasses1-1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour1-1⁄2 teaspoons ground ginger1-1⁄2 teaspoons baking soda1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup stemmed, finely chopped BlueRibbon Orchard Choice orSun-Maid Figs1/3 cup granulated sugar

Beat brown sugar and oil in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speeduntil blended. Beat in egg white and molasses. In separate bowl, combine flour,ginger, soda, cinnamon and salt. On low speed, slowly beat in flour mixture untilcombined. With spoon, stir in figs. Shape 1-tablespoon portions of dough into balls.Roll in granulated sugar. Place 21⁄2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Placesheet in center of oven and bake at 350° F for 7 to 9 minutes or until cookies arecracked on top and set around edges. Cool on wire rack. Makes about 30 cookies.

Free RecipesOne great place to get your figs throughout the year is Valley Fig Growers’ online

store at www.valleyfig.com. The site has a wealth of kitchen-tested recipes.

Present Pointers(NAPSI)—You can be known for having the gift

for giving if you heed three hints:1. Make it personal. Consider the recipient’s hob-

bies and interests. Give a gardener seeds and gloves;send kitchen equipment to the gourmet cook.

2. Make it unique. If you have a special talent forknitting or painting or photography, give somethingyou’ve created just for them.Even if your photographyskills are not that pictureperfect, you can turn anysnapshot into somethingmemorable with a custom-ized photo gift.

To help, Walgreens pro-vides personalized wall de-cor, mugs, totes, blankets,ornaments, desk accesso-ries, clothing, calendars, photo books, canvas prints,puzzles, and cases for smartphones and tablets. Youcan even get holiday ornaments in assorted shapesand frames. There’s something to make just abouteveryone on your list feel extra special.

3. Wrap it up. Any gift can seem better in a beauti-fully wrapped box.

For further information and ideas, go towww.Walgreens.com/photo or visit any in-store kiosk.


(NAPSI)—An easy way toentertain during the holidays is tohave a dessert party. It's great forthe host because the time neededto make and serve dessert andbeverages is much less than whena whole meal is planned. Andguests almost always have time tomake one last stop for somethingsweet, no matter what else ishappening on a particularevening.

Here are a few hints to makeyour dessert party a little sweeter:

• Think red, white and pinkinstead of the usual red and greenwhen coming up with decorationsand recipes to serve family andfriends. Tuck candy canes ofvarious sizes in centerpieces andvases for an unexpected bit of fun.

• Save time and trouble foryourself by preparing the dessertsahead of time. That way, you toocan enjoy the party and spendtime with your guests.

• Serve the perfect holidaypair—frosty peppermint justtastes like the holidays andcreamy chocolate is alwayspopular. Combining the two canbe even more delightful when youput out a pair of decadentdesserts such as these made with

Have A HolidayDessert Party

With APeppermint Twist

Dreyer's or Edy's Slow ChurnedPeppermint Light Ice Cream.With half the fat and one-thirdfewer calories than regular icecream, no one has to leave feelinglike a bowl full of jelly.

PEPPERMINT ICE CREAMLOLLIPOPS1 container Dreyer's/Edy's SlowChurned Peppermint Light IceCreamLollipop sticks4 oz bittersweet chocolate orchocolate chips

4 oz white chocolate or whitechocolate chips2 tablespoons vegetableshorteningHoliday sprinkles and candies

Place a plate or other flat surfacelined with parchment paper in thefreezer for 15 minutes. Makeround scoops of ice cream andplace on parchment. Put alollipop stick in each scoop of icecream and freeze for 1 hour orup to 24 hours. When you areready to dip the lollipops, meltchocolate and 1 tablespoonshortening in a bowl in themicrowave. Use 20-secondintervals until smooth. (Shouldtake 40-60 seconds and no longer.Do not scorch the chocolate.) Letsit while repeating the process tomelt the white chocolate and 1tablespoon of shortening in themicrowave until smooth. Placedifferent sprinkles in separatesmall bowls. Dip each lollipophalfway into the chocolate anddip into sprinkles. Immediatelyput back into freezer to set.Repeat with remaining ice cream.Freeze completely before serving.

For more holiday ice creamdessert ideas and recipes, visitwww.icecream.com.

Peppermint ice cream takesthe cake in this delicious dessert.

Ice cream lollipops can pleaseguests of any age.

UPSIDE-DOWNPEPPERMINTICE CREAM CAKE1 box chocolate cake mix1/2 can chocolate frosting1 container Dreyer's/Edy's SlowChurned Peppermint Light IceCreamPeppermint candies or candycanes

Make two 9-inch cakesaccording to the package

directions; cool completely.Remove from pan and cut therounded top off one of the cakesto make one even layer. Wrapand freeze the second cake forlater use. Soften ice cream atroom temperature for 5-10minutes. Wash pans and drycompletely. Line them withplastic wrap or parchment.Carefully spread the ice cream inthe pan using the entirecontainer. Freeze for one hour oruntil very firm. Remove fromfreezer and spread the frostingover the ice cream and put thetrimmed cake over the frosting.Cover tightly and freezeovernight. To serve, let frozencake sit at room temperature forabout 5 minutes. Unwrap andinvert cake onto serving dish.Remove plastic wrap orparchment from the ice cream.Sprinkle crumbled pieces ofpeppermint candies over top ofcake. Serve slices with whippedcream and garnish with candycanes, if desired.

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