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I McCORMICR MESSENGER, McCORMiCR. S. C., THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 1940 rr sJ. // QUICK-FROZEN FOODS A WISE CHOICE (See Recipes Below) ‘Sing a Song of Seasons 9 In the not too-distant past, we sang a song of seasons in food— oysters in the “R” months; fresh vegetables in spring and summer; juicy berries in June, July, and Au gust; and tender turkeys in the fall. But the newest method of preserv ing foods — quick-freezing — means “open season'* on most foods at any time of year—fresh berries in Jan uary, oysters in June, and choice chicken or turkey whenever you chooseI Quick-frozen foods are harvested at the height of the season, when flavor and quality are at their best; * freezing is done so close to the place where the food is harvested, caught, or killed, and the cleaning, cutting or slicing are done so rapidly, that there is no chance for the food to lose its flavor and freshness. Quick-frozen foods are a good tip for the homemaker who values her leisure and her manicures! All the grubby preparation tasks are done before the freezing, so kitchen duty is practically cut in half! That means that frosted or quick-frozen foods are a wise choice when you're entertaining. By the way, you can use them for most of the recipes in my booklet, “Easy Entertaining.** With quick-frozen foods to cut down the work and “Easy Entertaining’* to give you menus and recipes that are practical and different, compa ny meals are a simple matter! Cream Gravy. Drain all but about Vi cup of fat from the frying pan. Add cup flour and blend well. Gradually stir jin 1% cups of rich milk (or half milk and half cream). Cook over low flame, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Asparagus With Lemon Butter Sauce. - 1 package quick-frozen asparagus % cup butter 1 tablespoon lemon juice Cook quick-frozen asparagus in boiling water, as directed on the package. Drain. Cream butter and add lemon juice gradually. Pour over the hot asparagus and serve at once. Red Raspberry Shortcake. (Serves 4) 1 box (10 ounces) quick-frozen red raspberries (thawed) ^ cup sugar 4 tablespoons water 4 hot shortcake biscuits, split and buttered % cup cream (whipped) Mix raspberries with Vi cup sugar and 4 tablespoons water and crush slightly. Let A _ i land % hour, tirring occasion- Jly. Spread rasp- icrries on lower talves of hot hortcake bis uits; top with upper halves and dditional berries. Garnish with rhipped cream. French Fried Shrimp. (Serves 4-5) 1 package quick-frozen cooked and cleaned shrimp Seasoned crumbs 1 egg 1 tablespoon water Thaw the shrimp as directed. Dip a the seasoned crumbs, then in the gg beaten with the water and back a the crumbs. Fry in deep fat 380 degrees) for 2 to 3 minutes, or ntil the shrimp are well browned, lerve hot with tartar sauce. Deep Dish Blaeberry Pies. (Serves 4-5) 1 package quick-frozen blueber ries % cup sugar % teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon butter Plain pastry Combine berries (it is not neces- ary to thaw them first), sugar, salt, nd butter. Place in individual bak- ig dishes (with no under crust). !ut rounds of pastry, slightly larg er than the tops of the baking dishes. Place a round of pastry on each baking dish, and pinch the pastry to the edge of the dish. Bake in a hot oven (450 degrees) for 10 min utes; then reduce the heat (350 de grees) and bake about 25 minutes longer. Shortcake Biscuits. (Makes 4 large biscuits). 1 cup flour 2 teaspoons baking powder V* teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons sugar 2% tablespoons butter % cup milk Sift dry ingredients together. Cut in the butter and add milk gradually. Turn onto floured board and knead gently for about 5 seconds. Pat out, and cut into 4 large rounds. Brush with melted butter. Bake in a hot oven (450 degrees) for about 20 min* utes. While the biscuits are still warm, split, and spread with soft* ened butter. New-Fashioned Fried Chicken With Cream Gravy. Thaw one quick-frozen chicken enough to separate; cut into, pieces. for serving. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and roll in flour. Melt fat in a heavy skillet, having the fat % to % inch deep. Brown the chicken in this, turning frequently. Reduce the heat slightly and fry for about 25 minutes longer, turning fre quently. Remove chicken to a hot platter. It’s fun to give parties when you’ve a copy of “Easy Enter taining” to guide you in every step—from planning your work to serving a delicious meal. Elea nor Clowe’s cook book, “Easy En tertaining,” gives you menus and recipes for parties of every kind —from a Valentine luncheon to a reception for the bride. There are suggestions for children’s par ties, too—parties for ’teen age groups as well as toddlers. Send 10 cents in coin to “Easy En tertaining,” care of Eleanor Howe, 919 North Michigan Ave nue, Chicago, Illinois, and add a copy of this helpful booklet to your kitchen library. ‘Just Good Food.* Good food plays such an impor tant part in the health and happiness of the family! In this column next week Eleanor Howe will give you some of her hints on planning and preparing really delicious foods— tricks in making pastry that’s ten der and flaky; a hint or two on roasting meats to just the proper turn; and suggestions for seasoning soups and sauces. TIPS FOR HOUSEWIFE Lamp shades of painted tin com bine well with pottery bases. Before adding sugar to cake mix ture always sift through a fine strainer. For iced coffee you should be a little more generous with your cof* fee measure. Mend leaks in gas or water pipes by winding long strips of cloth dipped in hot paraffin. Left-over sandwiches need not be discarded. Brush with melted but ter and saute to a golden brown on each side. One tablespoon of cooked oatmeal thoroughly beaten into the mixture for pumpkin pie saves one egg and cannot be detected. Chill plates, dishes and glasses in which cold foods and drinks are to be served. The food and drink will stay cold much longer. To remove ink from fingers, dip fingers and an unburned sulphur match in water. Rub the match over the ink spot until it vanishes. When buying canned goods for emergency shelf, immediately write on the label the month, date, year and price. This enables one to use the older things first and so keep your stock fresh. IMPROVED UNIFORM INTERNATIONAL UNO AY J chool Lesson By HAROLD L. LUNDQUIST. O. D. Dean of The Moody Bible Institute of Chicago. „ . (Released by Western Newspaper Union.) Lesson for January 14 Lesson subjects and Scripture texts se lected and copyrighted by International Council of Religious EducaUon; used by permission. THE PROBLEM OF FORGIVENESS LESSON TEXT—Matthew 18:21-39. GOLDEN TEXT—And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.—Matthew 8:12. Christianity and forgiveness be long together. Among the religions of the earth Christianity stands out as the one true faith because it prop erly and adequately meets the prob lem of sin. In Christ is provided forgiveness for sin, cleansing from all unrighteousness, a new birth by which one enters into a life of holi ness and power. Since these things are true it would seem to be almost unneces sary to urge God’s children to be of a forgiving spirit. But as Bishop Ryle says, “It is a melancholy fact that there are few Christian duties so little practiced as that of for giveness. It is sad to see how much bitterness, unmercifulness, spite, harshness and unkindness there is among men.” Surely these things ought not so to be. I. The Extent of Forgiveness (w. 21, 22). “How long do I have to stand it?** is the question of the human heart untouched by the spirit of Christ. The injustices of life, the offenses of our fellow men against us, all seem to pile up until the burden is about to crush us. What is the an swer to man’s cry? The Jews had an answer. Three times is enough. Forgive once, yes. Again, yes. 1 But the third time, no. Peter was big-hearted enough to more than double that allowance of mercy. He was willing to forgive not just two or three times, but sev en times. The point to be kept in mind, however, is that whether for giveness means three times or seven times, if there is a limit, it is a mat ter of reckoning, of keeping books, and of ultimately bringing down oUr judgment upon the heads of the of fenders. The spirit of Christ swept all of that aside. He said that one should forgive 70 times seven. In other words, Christian forgiveness is to be untiring, unlimited, to know no weariness and have no boundaries. If one really forgives it is because he has a forgiving spirit and that spirit is not exhausted by use, but rather grows by exercise. A word of caution is in order at this point. Let no one suppose that our Lord’s instruction means that of fenses against the law of the land or against the good order of society are to be overlooked and condoned. It relates to the cultivation of a per sonal spirit of forgiveness, the lay ing aside of revenge, of malice, of retaliation which do not become the Christian. n. The Motive of Forgiveness (w. 23-34). Two motives are given in our text, the first being that since we our selves are daily and hourly in need of forgiveness at the merciful hand of God, we should in turn be merci ful toward those who sin against us. Compared with our offenses against the law of God, we know that the misdeeds of our neighbors against us are mere trifles. Remember what God has done for you, and then when you are tempted to be hard and un gracious with your brother, remem ber the mercy of God. The second motive is the remem brance that a day of judgment is to come. There is always a time of reckoning ahead even as was the case with these servants. Remem ber not only what God has done for you and is doing for you, but what you must yet expect Him to do in that day of judgment. HI. The Importance of Forgive ness (v. 35). A man dealing with his fellow man is apt to think that it is merely a matter between man and man. We are not dealing with a straight line between ourselves and our brother (that was Peter’s error), but with a triangle at whose apex is God Him self. If I expect God to forgive me, I must let that same forgiveness flow out to my brother. If I deal with him as though God had nothing to do with the matter, then I must not try to count God's forgiveness into the picture when I stand in debted before Him. Here again we express a word of caution. Let no one suppose that our redemption in Christ is contin gent upon what we do toward our brethren. “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of your selves: it is the gift of God; not of works, lest any man should boast” (Eph. 2:8, 9). Nor does the truth of our lesson mean that we are somehow going to bargain with God, trading a bit of our forgiveness to ward others for His forgiveness of us. God is not interested in such transactions. But it does mean that if you cannot or will not forgive, you may well consider whether you are a Christian at all. Angry Words Secst thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of t fool than of him.—Proverbs 29, 20. Trr- Revival of Brocade Tunes to Vogue for Fabric Elegance By CHERIE NICHOLAS W HEN in a dress-up mood, what to wear is the question. The revival of brocade, among fabrics of high fashion, as announced for spring, may well be regarded as a perfectly good answer to the query. The big news is the neat-patterned brocades in necktie silk effects that make up into most wearable day time frocks that are dressy at the same time that they are emi nently practical. If you are looking for a daytime frock that will guarantee style dis tinction take note of the three swank afternoon types here illustrated. The material used for this trib of exceptionally smart fashions is the new-this-season brocade of damask- woven bemberg rayon. You can get it in monotone or two-color effects, its. high and low luster fila ments producing, a handsome bro cade patterning. If you are your own seamstress, buy a few yards of this attractive brocade, provide yourself with a reliable pattern and turn on power for your electric sew ing machine. However, if you are not enamored with the thought of being your own dressmaker you will find modes similar to the ones pic tured easily available in shops and dress sections throughout style cen ters. Looking at the illustration you sense at a glance that the new bro cades yield perfectly to high-styling. Per example the gown to the right says it with “style” definitely. This peplum' dress is figure-fitting and flattering. The brocade that fash ions it is in a violet-leaf motif damask-woven patterning. A self fabric bow at the belt and the high heck closing is the only ornamen tation, for material / such as this handsome brocade exemplifies the thought that “beauty unadorned is adorned the most.” ' Centered in the picture is one of the season’s best-loved fashions—r the princess silhouette that is art fully fitted at the waistline with the skirt that is gently flared. A flower-patterned damask of bem berg rayon is used for this model. To the left a figure-molding after noon dress in a richly brocaded bal let dancing patterning holds forth in the illustration. The high-necked bodice is enhanced with a large old- fashioned brooch. Designers are making varied uses of brocade. Milliners welcome this new damask-woven material as per fect for the very stylish draped turbans for which everybody is call ing. These bright colorful bits of headwear are charming with winter furs. Add a handbag of the same bro cade and the ensemble will prove a delight to the eye. One even sees shoes made of brocade, like wise scarfs and belts. The jacket suit made of the neat necktie-patterned brocade will be featured later on in the spring, its charm accented with the pretti ness of a blouse of the daintiest lace-trimmed lingerie type. f (Released by Western Newspaper Unloa.) New-Length Sleeve .%<-X*N5vvXvvsNy«v.\‘- iiii v vip \n ite ^ l i * I I I \ S’ Sleeve lengths grow capricious. The type most called for and one new in the field today is the bracelet- length sleeve. The dress pictured is so sleeved. Another feature in current styling is that dresses are subtly designed to achieve “lines” that take inches off the strategic points so as to slim the figure ac cording to fashion’s way of think ing. Details that accomplish this feat in the gown pictured are wide shoulders so as to make the waist line look smaller in comparison, darts above the waistline to accent the new “nipped in” look, and smoothness around the hips. Sou tache scrolls trim this frock which is fashioned of moss-green sheer wool. Pastel Lame Turbans For a glowing accompaniment to a dark dinner suit, oriental turbans of draped pastel lame are a new suggestion. Red Shoes Novel ■ Touch at Resorts If you would keep tab on coming events that “cast their shadows be fore,” watch the style parade that is traveling the highways and beaches in southern sun-bright re-, sorts. One thing your amazed eyes will see is red shoes. They are be ing worn with all types of costumes. Worn with slacks they add a most zestful novelty touch. Look too clev er for words with simple little ging ham dresses, in fact with any type of casual daytime frocks, also good- looking with white afternoon dresses and tailleurs. Now comes the sequence of this fashion story. As everybody knows, what’s worn at the southern resorts in midwinter sets precedent for spring and summer fashions to come. Wherefore, the message that red shoes will be worn with tailored beige or navy street costumes has already winged its way northward. So if you crave fashion thrills, buy a pair of red shoes. Fruit Motifs of Pasted Feathers For a gay splotch of color on your hat ask your milliner to show you the new fruit trims, done in pasted feathers. Plums, apples, pears, bananas, and so on are down the list. These motifs, in realistic colors, are to be appliqued on crown or brim or where you will on your hat. Buy an extra one to attach to the lapel of your coat. Cloth Joined Up With Surah Print Considerable emphasis is given in the advance costume displays to en sembles that are made of cloth com bined with surah print, the latter used for, perhaps, the blouse, to line the coat and to serve as color accent on pocket, neckline and sleeve finishings. Glove Note Even short gloves this season may be fastened with elaborate buttons. Screen Player Virginia Vale has a pair made of black suede, buttoned with tiny gold filigree beads. HOUSEHOLD QUESTIONS For Greater Care in Kitchen.— The chief causes of home acci dents are falls, burns, scalds and explosions; one-third of home fa talities happen in the kitchen. • • • An excellent light crust for meat pies can be made with half flour and half freshly cooked and mashed potatoes. Less fat is re quired than when all flour is used. • • * Suede shoes can be given new life by polishing with plenty of or dinary shoe polish and hard rub bing. They will be better for wear ing in bad weather. * * • Seven drops of lemon juice add ed to a pint of cream before whip ping it will cause it to beat up in less than half the time it would without the juice. * • • Economy Note.—Small pieces of toilet soap that accumulate in the bathroom should not be thrown away. Add water enough to cov- f er them and put on stove until dissolved. This makes an excel- - lent soft soap. • • • Removing Mud Spots.—Always allow mud spots to dry and then they can be quickly brushed or rubbed off without leaving any stain. • so Almost all fruit stains may. be removed by soaking them in boil ing water. In case any member of the family upsets a cup of chocolate or tea, use cold water to remove the spot. 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Tests prove the power of Pepsin to dissolve those lumps of undigested protein food which may linger in your stomach, to cause belching, gastric acidity and nausea. This is how pepsin- izing your stomach helps relieve it of such distress. At the same time this medicine wakes up lazy nerves and muscles in your bowels to relieve your constipation. So see how much better you feel by taking the laxative that also puts Pepsin to work on that stomach discomfort, too. Even fin icky children love to taste this pleasant family laxative. Buy Dr. Caldwell’s Lax ative-Senna with Syrup Pepsin at your druggist today! Granted Wishes If a man could have half his wishes he would double his trou bles.—Franklin. 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