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1 •FRIDAY DECEMBER 26.1960 tL r y Keep Use, User In Mind When Selecting Processor Food processors have been available to the American public since 1973, and today a wide variety of these ap­ pliances are stocked by retailers. The processors consist of several basic components - a motor base with a shaft connected to the motor, a work bowl, blades or discs and a bowl cover and food pusher - that can be compared when trying to select one mode) or type over another. "All food processors slice, chop, grate, shred, beat, blend, knead, puree and emulsify," notes Nancy Moore, University of Illinois Home Economics Adviser in McHenry county. But, they do not beat egg whites to high volume, whip cream to a thick and fluffy consistency, slice or shred some soft cheeses, grind coffee beans, liquify fruits and vegetables or crush ice. "With that in mind, you can start looking at some of the differences between models to determine which is best for you," Ms. Moore says. First of all, she suggests you consider what type of appliance base would best suit your storage space. Food processors come with two types of bases: direct drive and belt drive. Models with a direct drive system are usually taller because the blade or disc sits directly on top of the motor base but are more compact in terms of width (depth). Belt drive models usually are shorter but wider at the base than direct drive types Then consider the bowl that comes with the processor, Ms. Moore ad­ vises. Some are made with handles, others have openings at their centers for blades or discs and some are larger than others. She suggests you keep in mind the quanity of food you most often will be processing and the importance of having a bowl with a handle when comparing models. The number of blades or discs used to perform various processing tasks also should be compared. Ms. Moore notes that some models provide a separate disc for each task while others incorporated several processing functions into one disc. "Make a decision based on your • own preference," she says. In addition, Ms. Moore lists a number of other features that some models have and others don't that you may want to keep in mind when making a choice between processors. They include: -A coverlock mechanism that prevents the appliance from operating, even when turned on, until the cover is tightly in place. -A pulsing action setting that allows quick on-off action without requiring the regular on-off control to be switched manually. She notes that pulsing action allows greater control in p e r f o r m i n g m a n y processing functions. --Automatic overload protection, a safety feature that relies on a thermostatic control to shut the motor off if it overheats during a long or heavy processing task. -The extent or length of the warranty, which may only cover the base for some nu>dels, or for others, the base, blades and discs. She suggests you also note the length the warranty is in effect and the availability of service. -The availability of ac­ cessories, which may in­ clude storage units for blades, rubber scrapers, funnels and accessory bowls. Extra slicing discs also are available for some models, as are citrus juice and vegetable juice extractor attachments, whipping attachments, mayonnaise- making attachments and plastic dough blades for large quantity kneading. Ms. Moore notes that the prices of food processors may be as varied as the features they include. "Many people wonder if they should buy the most expensive model, or the least expensive, most basic type," she says Often the quality and type of materials used in the motor base affect the price. Those with heavier bases made of more metal parts will be more expensive than lighter weight models that have more plastic parts. She explains that less expensive models with light­ weight bases tend to vibrate more during operation and "walk" or move while in use. And the type of motor also affects the amount of noise that will be produced during use. "Before you make a final decision, listen and watch the models you're interested in buying in operation to make sure the noise level is acceptable and the vibration on moving won't cause problems later," she says, noting that some light weight models are made with suction-cup or rubber feet that help alleviate vibration problems. For additional in­ formation, contact your Extension office and ask for Nancy Moore, and ask for more printed information concerning food processors. The McHenry county Ex­ tension office is at 789 McHenry avenue in Woodstock. The phone number is 338-4747. RECIPE By Sarah Annr Sheridan An old tradition of the South is that "Hopping John" uaten on New Year's Day will bring good luck. It's made' of cow peas and rice, and on the First day of the year. Hopping John 1 c raw cow peas (dried Held peas) 4 c water 2 1 salt I c raw rice 4 slices bacon 1 medium onion, chopped Boil peas in salted water until tender. Add peas and I cup of the pea liquid to rice, add crisp bacon grease and onion, which were cooked together. Put in rice steamer or double-boiler and cook for 1 hour until rice is thoroughly done. For those who have turkey leftovers from the hol'- idays, this is a good recipe to change the flavor of the turkey. Turkey Hash 2 c cup-up cooked turkey 4 medium potatoes, pared Vi green pepper I medium onion Vi c diced pimiento 1 t salt 1/8 t pepper 3 T butter chili sauce Put turkey, potatoes, green pepper and onion through a food grinder. Mix in pimiento, salt and pepper. In large skillet, melt but­ ter; add hash. Cook, over low heat, covered, 15 minutes or until hash is browned on bottom. Uncover: let stand 1 minute. With spatula loosen edges; turn onto a serving platter. Serve with the chili sauce for added flavor. Makes 4 servings. RECIPE By Sarah Annr Sheridan If you prefer ham instead of turkey, here is a good way to fix ham. Fruit-Glazed Ham The day before you cook the ham remove gelatin from one 5-pound canned ham; place ham in pan; with fork, pierce deeply several times. Into small bowl, drain juice from one 17-ounce can purple plums; refrigerate plums. Combine juice, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons grated orange peel, Vi cup orange juice, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, Vi teaspoon ground cloves; pour over ham. Cover; refrigerate 24 hours, turning ham oc­ casionally in marinade About 2 hours before serving, preheat oven to 325 degrees. Remove ham; place on rack in shallow pan; bake 1 Vj hours, basting with marinade. Remove from •oven; make 1/8-inch-thick slashes in top; sprinkle with Vi cup packed light brown sugar; pour on rest of mari­ nade. Bake 30 minutes or until meat thermometer reaches 160 degrees. Garn- nish with reserved plums. Makes 20 servings. Here is a recipe to go with any holiday meal. Nutted Yam Balls Drain, then mash two 17- ounce cans yams; add '/j teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, Vi c miniature marshmallows and 1 table­ spoon butter or margarine, melted. Form into 10 balls. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat Vi cup honey with 1 tablespoon butter. With 2 forks, roll each yam ball, first in honey mixture, then in V/i cups chopped pecans; place in baking dish. Spoon 2 tablespoons melted butter over yams; bake 15 minutes. Makes 10 servings. Invite Expectant Parents To Four-Session Program Salute The New Year With Gusto Expectant parents are invited to attend an entirely new, four-session prenatal education program to be presented by McHenry hospital Jan. 19, 21, 26 and 28, according to Jeanette Wisner, R.N., head nurse of the obstetric department. a "Since 19S6, when the first familycentered maternity course was offered by McHenry hospital, our department has permitted and welcomed fathers in the delivery room during birth. We believe that prenatal education will make the birth experience more pleasant for the mother and father and encourage them to enroll in the early stage of pregnancy (fourth to sixth month)," says Ms. Wisner. She further advises, "We have updated the prenatal lectures, films and discussions to stress the latest knowledge regarding the psychological, physical and emotional aspects of pregnancy and parenthood. The change in our program, we fed, will better prepare the expectant parents for their experience in labor and delivery." The classes will include: Monday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m., anatomy and physiology lecture by ob­ stetric nurse Connie Weathersby, R.N., and Virginia West, nurse technician, on "Coping with Pregnancy" and "Prenatal Exercise and Body Mechanics". Wednesday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m., dietitian's lecture and film on maternal nutrition, featuring Isabel Brody, R.D. A tour of the maternity department also will be offered. Monday, Jan. 26, ob­ stetrician's lecture on pregnancy and birth, by Kan jit Araksh, M.D., assisted by Ms. Weathersby, R.N., and Ms. West, N T. Wednesday, Jan. 28, pediatric lectures and films on caring for the infant. Aniceto D'Sousa, M.D., will speak on medical care, and pediatric dentist Richard Kirchoff, D.D.S., on dental care. To register for the course, interested persons are requested to call McHenry hospital between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. weekdays at 385-2200, ext. 716. "We ask prospective parents to register before Jan. 15 in order that we may accommodate everyone," Ms. Wisner said. There is no charge for the course. New Years Customs And Practices Welcoming the new year with a noisemaker and a drink is a popular custom with many Americans who little realize they are con- tinung a tradition originated by primitive man. According to Lucinda Hutchinson, reference librarian at the University of Illinois at Chicago Circle (UICC), drunkenness at the new year is the reenactment of an ancient rite depicting the chaotic world that existed before God created the harmonious universe. The noise created stems from the earliest civilizations in Babylonia and India, where horns were blown and drums were beaten to frighten away the evil spirits believed to be wandering the earth at that particular time. Other new year customs and practices are of more recent origin and still linger in memory if not in practice, Ms. Hutchinson says. Scots open the Bible and randomly place a finger on one of the chapters. From the test, chosen by chance, comes an indication of whether the new year will bring happiness or misery. According to Bruce Broerman, assistant professor of German lit the University of Illinois at Chicago Circle (UICC), some persons of German heritage melt lead in a spoon and pour it into cold water. The shape into which the lead hardens prophesies the fortune of the coming year and even indikates who a single daughter in the household will marry, he says. The practice of melting lead is known as bleigiessen and developed from wachsgiessen, an identical process that uses wax. A similar ritual is practiced by the Ukranians. "Melting lead was very popular in the late Middle Ages and was adapted from the Turks as an oracular ritual," Broerman says. "Wax pouring, on the other hand, is related to the an­ cient oracular rituals cen­ tered on burning candles." Broerman relates a German custom that has dim antecedents but a bright and colorful, if brief, existence at new year celebrations. A bowl of spiced wine is prepared and thin metal rods placed across the top. On the strips goes a sugar cone, specially prepared for the occasion and soaked in a high-proof brandy. When the con­ coction is ignited, sugar and brandy flame and drip into spurgeon's ALL REMAINING CHRISTMAS MERCHANDISE Vi PRICE Christmas Soaps Christmas Towels Christmas Paper Christmas Nick Nacks Christmas Perfumes Christmas Ornaments Christmas Tablecloths Christmas Centerpieces From Dec. 26 Until All Stock Is Sold Select Group - Priced As Marked i • ( • ' CHINA LIGHT RESTAURANT and LOUNGE INEGtlLAft MENU FROM IS FROM 1 1PM TILL 11 JC 1226 N. GREEN, McHENRY (Corntr of Gr««n and Rt«. 120) FOR CARRYOUT OROEM CALL 344-3220 Ix. the liquid below, known as "fire tong punch". Eating foods to ensure some outcome during the coming year - usually good luck - is common practice among many cultures. In Germany and the Scan- danavian countries, for example, herring is the fortuitous selection. "Herring, which dates back to pagan times, was considered to have universal m e d i c i n a l p o w e r s , especially for purifying the inner organs of the body and for warding off evil spirits," Broerman says. Ms. Hutchinson adds that German custom claims eating cabbage will bring the diner silver while nibbling carrots is likely to bring the eater gold. In the southern United States, black-eyed peas are the morsels of good fortune. The French eat pancakes at the new year to symbolize abundance that they hope will continue during the coming months. In similar fashion, the Swiss symbolize plenty and augur its con­ tinuation by eating whipped cream and letting a bit drop onto the flow, says Ms. Hutchinson. In contrast to such secular customs, attending church on New Year's Eve is a relatively recent practice a m o n g A m e r i c a n Protestants, tracing its beginnings back to "watch- night" services established by Methodism founder John Wesley in 1770. Then wor­ shippers were expected to spend the last day of the old year reviewing their past and devoting solemn thought to their future. Ironically, this added the tolling of church bells to the New Year's Eve cacaphony - - a practice intended not to drive away evil spirits, but rather to express wor­ shippers' joy at the begin­ ning of a new cycle and new opportunities. • € I Community • Calendar tjUJULUJLllUmAUl JANUARY 5 McHenry Senior Citizens Board meeting, 10 a.m.-old and new board members- McHenry Public library. U.M.W. Mission Team (Executive committee)-- 9:30 a.m.--First United Methodist church parlor. JANUARY 6 Ruth Circle, First United Methodist church-first meeting of new year, 12 p.m.-home of Daisy WUdhagen. Marcia Mary Ball circle- meeting, noon-First United Methodist church parlor- hostess, Gertrude Anderson. JANUARY 7 McHenry Grandmother's club-luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Windhill-meeting, 1 p.m- Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran church, Green street. JANUARY 8 Separated and Divorced Catholics-general meeting, 7:30 p.m.-adults-Montini Middle school. Priscilla circle-9:30 to 11:30 a.m.-First United Methodist church parlor. Lakeland Park Women's dub-meeting, 7:30 p.m- Lakeland Park Community House-1717 N. Sunset avenue. JANUARY 9-10 McHenry West campus creative dramatics class- "For the Sake of a ThriU"-8 p.m., West campus auditorium. JANUARY 10 The Friendship club-First ssesand There are probably more cups raised at the New Year than at any other time. Almost every country has a special drink for the holiday season - wassail bowls and egg nogs are traditional here and in Europe. One of the most delightful cold weather drinks is Scandinavian glogg, a robust and heady blend of liquor, hot Wine, SpiceS and fruit. This version contains onmniit mm GLOGG 2 whole doves % teaspoon ground (Infer 2 cups coconut rum liqueur 6)4 cups (2 bottles) root wine % cup retains 1 teaspoon thinly sliced orange pod 1 stick cinnamon (about 4 Inches) In a medium-size saucepan, either glass or enamel, heat wine, raisins, orange peel, cinnamon, doves and ginger until hot. Strain into a heat-proof punch bowl. Add liqueur and stir. Serve immediately with dove-studded orange slices, if desired. Yidd: 12 servings. •• Jk o --» -J --* • O O P U L L I N G H O L I D A Y P U N C H E S United Methodist church- Fellowship hall, 5:30 p.m.- potluck dinner and meeting. JANUARY 11 McHenry Separated and Divorced Catholics-Family outdoor winter sports-l:30 p.m.-Lakewood Forest Preserve Winter Sports area-bring own equipment. McHenry West campus creative dramatics class- "For the Sake of a Thrill"-2 p.m., West campus auditorium. Rescue 50--riders meet 8 a.m.--American Legion- snow datey Jan. 18: JANUARY 12 McHenry Senior Citizens- election and installation of officers-West campus, 7 p.m. Whispering Oaks Woman's club-Board meeting, 9:30 a.m. JANUARY 13 Newcomers club monthly meeting, 8 p.m.-M & M Body Shoppe, McHenry- wear casual clothes. McHenry Chapter 547, O.E.S.-Stated meeting, 8 p.m. JANUARY 15 U.M.W. General meeting- First United Methodist church-noon, potluck lun­ cheon, Fellowship hall- Priscilla circle hostesses. CUP II For Family of Offenders-First United Methodist church of McHenry-8 p.m. JANUARY 16-17 McHenry West Drama club-"The Dark at the Top of the Stairs"-West campus auditorium, 8 p.m. JANUARY 18 Separated and Divorced Catholics-Brunch, noon- Chapel Hill Country dub, McHenry--ca l l Te r ry A spatial holiday touch is a shimmering punch bowl surrounded by a cache of special gifts for guests. For a very special punch bowl, use boiled water in ice trays for very clear cubes. For fancy cubes, food color­ ing can be added to the water. Sprigs of mint, curls of citrus peel, maraschino cherries--all can be frozen into cubes. Striking ice floats can be made by freezing exotic blossoms into the ice. Add dry ice for the dramatic effect of clouds of vapor and super chilling. To give guests a festive welcome, try: CRANBERRY LIME SPARKLE 1 large can jellied cranberry 1 teaspoon vanilla extract sauce 2 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup lemon juice 1 cup gingerale 1 cup club soda 2 sliced limes, studded with cloves cherries Into a saucepan over low heat, crush can of jelly and add water with beater, adding sugar -- cool. Stir in juice, extract, gingerale and soda. Chill and add lime slices and cherries just before serving. (If liquor is de­ sirable, 1/2 cup vodka and 1/2 cup white wine may be added.) Serves 12. Circle Group Meeting For Slates January The next meeting of the Marcia Mary Ball circle will be Tuesday, Jan. 6, at noon. Members are to bring a sandwich, and dessert will be served by the hostess, Gertrude Anderson. Although the weather was stormy, 22 members and guests enjoyed the group's annual catered Christmas party luncheon at the First United Methodist church. It was a very pleasant afternoon and certainly helped to put everyone in the holiday spirit. Ladies in the congregation who are not affiliated with a circle are most welcome to come and enjoy the warm fellowship and good times. Boersma, 312-526-5092 by Jan. 13. i McHenry West Drama club-"The Dark at the Top of the Stairs"-West campus auditorium, 2 p.m. JANUARY 19 T.H.E.O.S.-Surprise night-assemble at First United Methodist church at 5:30 p.m.-make reser­ vations with Lyda Radisch. JANUARY 21 Whispering Oaks Woman's dub-Book Review, Orpha Wardle-l p.m. Non-stop entertainment for NEW YEAR'S EVE In our lounge from 7-10 p.m. Hysear Don Walker Jazz Trio and then in our salon from 10 p.m. un­ til...Dance to the J.W.RICE BAND "The best in Texas swing" JANUARY 22 Separated and Divorced Catholics-general mc 7:30 p.m.-Montini Mi school, McHenry-adults. JANUARY 25 McHenry Area Separated and Divorced Catholics- Family bowling. JANUARY 26 McHenry Senior Citizens- meeting, 7 p.m.-West campus. JANUARY 27 McHenry Chapter 547, O.E.S.-Stated meeting, 8 p.m. SCHEDULE MEETING A meeting of CUP II for the Family of Offenders, will be hdd at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, at the First United Methodist church of McHenry. Anyone wishing further information should call 385-0931. AO inclusive $35 per person Reserve early 815-3S5-S899 CRESCENT BAY LANDING 3309 N. Chapel Hill Rd.. McHenry Why Pay More? ©uaker lllaid CABINETS 40% Oil FACTORY LIST Keyline Kitchens (815) 385 1720