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PAGET A - PLAINDEALfcH - TUE80AY, NOVEMBER 24,1181 Find the time to enjoy the varied pleasures of the Christmas season There's Christmas in the air --yuletide carols, packages hidden in secret places... mounting excitement showing on children's faces... party plans... people everywhere sharing in the warmth of the season's festivities. Sometimes, though, this shimmering time of year can be challenging--simply be­ cause there's "too much to do," or because guests with cheerful greetings arrive unexpectedly. That's when the host and hostess can use all the help they can get, and a microwave oven could easily become one of the most magical family gifts of the season. To welcome well-wishers, the microwave comes into in­ stant use, and foods can be ready in a few minutes. Rec­ ipes can be prepared quickly and creatively, even without advance notice. The convenience and time- saving features of a micro­ wave enable you to be where you should be--with your friends and relatives, enjoying the spirit of the holidays. AS SOON AS THE CHRISTMAS RIBBON is taken off your microwave oven, you will have an instant home entertain­ ment center. When friends and relatives stop by to share in the holiday festivities, put your new Tappan microwave to use and, in minutes, welcome them with an English Wassail Bowl. A new line of microwave ovens from Tappan with up- to-date features, including solid-state-controls, auto­ matic temperature probe, browning element, and re­ movable glass bottom, is now available in time for the holi­ days and all other seasons. Oven capacity has been in­ creased 20 percent, and each of six* new models Tits on a countertop. Ease of cleaning is another key feature--just "Ace is the place with the Helpful Hardware Man" ® Best Buys for NOV. 3729 W. ELM ST. McHENRY 385-0722 TEXAS INST TI-1031 POCKET CALCULATOR > _ _ s t y l e d i n a h a n d - • Performs all math functions some brown vinyl wallet. Four key plus & minus memory • LCD uses little battery power • Automatic constant • APD-Automatic Power Down , Regular Sale Price HAMILTON ALL AROUND "Hole-in-the-Handle* *\7T BEACH LESS $3 FACTORY REBATE ELECTRIC KNIFE ( 275 ̂ V 60283/ ALMOND WITH CHOCOLATE TRIM Extra-long attached cord n . . 4 . u, Powerful 100 watt motor • Designed for perfect carving balance ii . . . . . . 4 . ., . VERSATILE! Cuts meat • Honed stainless steel serrated blades fruits, vegetables, etc. 4 * Made in U.S.A. * 15"x 101 /2"x 2V*" THE PAN OF LIMITLESS USES" Stainless Steel-Family Size Open BAKE & ROAST PAH •am 33s: 61350 Roast, braise, sear meat Ideal for poultry Balfed beaTT?, 1mscu1?§? wipe out the oven with a damp cloth. With the additional appli­ ance, you'll have added an "entertainment center" to the kitchen. While roasts or cas­ seroles are baking in your conventional oven, the micro­ wave is available for quick snacks, elegant appetizers and hot beverages. Whether unexpected or planned, guests can be wel­ comed with a traditional En­ glish Wassail accompanied by sensational hot snacks and appetizers. ENGLISH WASSAIL Power Level: HIGH (100%) Total Cooking Time: 10 to 12 minutes Temperature Probe: 150° to 160° 1 quart apple cider 1 tart apple, sliced Vi cup brown sugar Vi cup orange juice 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cinnamon sticks 1 teaspoon allspice Vi teaspoon ground cloves V* teaspoon nutmeg 1. Combine all ingredients in a 3 quart casserole. 2. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 10 to 12 minutes or until steaming. Serve immedi1 ately. Recipe yield: 8 to 10 serv­ ings. COLORFUL CHRISTMAS VEGETABLE TRAY Power Level: HIGH (100%) Total Cooking Time: About 101/i to 13 minutes for each plate Vs cup butter (or mar­ garine) Vi teaspoon onion salt V* teaspoon thyme V* teaspoon parsley 1 pound fresh broccoli 2 medium tomatoes, cat into wedges y« cup Parmesan cheese 1. Combine butter, onion, salt, thyme and parsley in a 1 cup measure or bowl. Micro­ wave on HIGH (100%) for 45 seconds to 1 minute or until melted. Set aside. 2. Trim and cut broccoli and cauliflower into florets. Alter­ nately arrange groups of the florets around the edge of two 10-inch serving platters. Slice zucchini and fill the center of the plate. Cover with plastic wrap. 3. Microwave each plate on HIGH (100%) for 9 to 11 min­ utes or until vegetables are al­ most tender. Drain off excess liquid. 4. Arrange tomato wedges on vegetable platter. 5. Pour butter mixture over vegetables and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. 6. Microwave uncovered, on HIGH (100%) for li6to2 minutes or until tomatoes are heated. Repeat with second plate. Recipe yield: 10 to 12 serv­ ings. _ _ : Save with toothpicks. BUTTERY WALNUTS Power Level: HIGH (100%) Total Cooking Time: 4 to 5 minutes •Mud halves 1 tablespoon seasoned salt V* cup butter 1. Place walnut halves in 1 Vi quart casserole. Sprinkle with seasoned salt. Dot with butter. 2. Microwave on HIGH (100%) for 4 to 5 minutes. Stir until butter coats the nuts evenly. Serve warm or cool. Recipe yield: 1 pound. Learning microwave cookery is easy with the Tappan Microwave Cooking Guide which is included with most models. You'll find 400 tested recipes, illustrated with over 650 color photos. Let a microwave oven be the helping hand needed to turn cooking time into new-found free time to relish the glory of the holidays-- and for convenient and time- saving cooking throughout the year. Experts advise on elegant entertaining iDina Merrill says, "In planning a party, always invite some guests who haven't met all the others. It helps assure an interesting conversation mix." Celeste Holm recom­ mends, "Create an elegant holiday luncheon around a dish that's unpredictable-- like an Indian egg curry." A touch of elegance House Beautiful decorating editor Mary Emmerling ad­ vises, "Placecards are ele­ gant. Think of new and fun ways to let your guests know where you want them to sit. Steamex gets the dirt other methods don't reach. Do it yourself and save! Add years to the life of your car pet! Rent a Steamex It's as sirrv pie to use as a vacuum Six powei jets loosen and lift out harmfu ground-in dirt thot cuts carpet lift snort Ones riuickly' For beautf1 tut ••e;.«its Rent the pro fT&MIKX carpet cleaner 45°°n DAILY RATE RESERVE NOW... BEFORE THE HOLIDAY RUSH! ED S RENTAL & SALES, INC. McHENRY 904 Front Si. 3i»' OPEN MON SAT. 7:30 6 SUNDAY 9-1 CRYSTAL LAKE 5407 Terro Cotta -V Miitr" like a tagged gift or flower at each place setting." These are just a few of the lively entertaining ideas in a new 16-page booklet called "Bringing New Elegance to the '80s." It's a free publica­ tion, published as a consumer service by the U.S. offices of Finlandia Vodka, and it's a perfect hostess-helper for the holiday season. Keep guests in mind For instance. Chip Tolbert, fashion director of the Men's Fashion Association, warns, "Never serve drippy hors d'oeuvres. They're disastrous to both clothes and carpets. And have enough hangers-- guests don't appreciate having their coats heaped on a bed." He also reminds, "Remem­ ber the cocktail napkins, to prevent moisture on cocktail glasses from dripping on guests' clothes." However, an eye-catching idea for an elegant holiday oc­ casion is serving drinks from a block of ice. Make an ice mold by putting a bottle-of* Finlandia Vodka in a half-gal­ lon milk carton. Fill with water and freeze -> until solid--the vodka won't freeze. Remove the carton by - running lukewarm water around the outside. Then, line >> a tray with napkins, place the vodka ice block on top and serve--as they do in reindeer country! Tabletop beauty For elegance in table set­ tings, Mary Emmerling uses one big wine glass no matter what she's serving, and col­ umnist Harriet Van Home warns, "No dinner served un­ der the hot-white glare of a 1,000 watt chandelier can possibly be elegant. Get out those candles!" Her favorite dinner for six (which she says is the ideal number) is a serve-yourself Beef Stroganoff, into which she stirs a unique Finishing touch, three tablespoons of cultured sour cream and a splash of vodka. c-'t