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Christmas SONGS & TRADITIONS E-EDITION ava i l ab l e on l i n e at comoxvalleyrecord.com A SUPPLEMENT TO THE COMOX VALLEY RECORD
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CHRISTMAS BREAD PUDDING with Caramel Sauce Yield: 12 servings Ingredient list: 85 g 680 g note*) 170 g 15 ml 8 ml 300 ml 4 0 ml 15 ml 5 ml 0.75 g 170 g 480 ml 250 g
melted unsalted butter brioches or egg bread (see unsalted butter granulated sugar eggs, at room temperature warm milk brandy OR rum (facultative) chopped orange zest pure vanilla extract ground cinnamon golden or dark raisins heavy cream Streusel Topping (see recipe)
*We prefer using either brioche or challah, formed into loaves. Also day-old croissant can be used. Method: 1. Use some of the melted butter to butter a 27.5 x 22.5 x 10 cm baking dish. Set aside. 2. Trim the crust from the bread and cut the bread into 1 cm thick slices. Place on a sheet pan. Brush the slices with the remainder of the melted butter. Toast in a 400ยบ F oven for
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approximately 10 minutes or until golden brown. 3. Beat the softened butter and sugar together. Beat in the eggs. Add the warm milk, brandy, vanilla and cinnamon. 4. Place a single level layer of bread in the buttered baking pan. The sides of the bread should touch so the pan is completely covered. Sprinkle the raisins evenly on top of the bread. Pour half of the custard slowly and evenly over the bread. Cover with a second bread layer, and press down with your hands to make the top level. Pour the remaining custard evenly over the second layer; press down again. Pour 240 ml of the cream over the top. Cover with baking paper and place another pan, just slightly smaller, over the paper, then weight down the top with cans. Let sit at room temperature from 2 hours, or preferably, refrigerate overnight. 5. Remove the weights, pan and baking paper. Pour the remaining 240 ml of cream evenly over the pudding. Sprinkle the Streusel over the top. 6. Bake covered at 350ยบ F for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake approximately 30 minutes longer or unit the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
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Recipe submitted by Locals ~ Food from the Heart of the Island Streusel Topping Yield: 12 servings Ingredient list: 50 g 100 g 50 g 50 g
softened unsalted butter dark brown sugar all-purpose flour oatmeal flake
Method: 1. In a glass or stainless steel bowl, mix all the above ingredients with a wooden spoon until the butter is well mixed. Set aside at room temperature. Caramel Sauce Yield: 720 ml Ingredient list: 455 g 80 ml 2.5 ml 30 ml 360 ml 30 ml 55 g
granulated sugar water lemon juice glucose or light corn syrup heavy cream sherry unsalted butter
This is a rich caramel sauce that is intended to be served hot. It will be quite thick when it has cooled, even at room temperature. It is also perfect for serving with ice cream or apple or pear tarts. 1. Place the sugar, water and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Brush down the sides of the pan with a clean brush dipped in water. Add the glucose or corn syrup. Cook over medium heat until the syrup reaches a golden amber colour. 2. Remove the pan from the heat and add the heavy cream carefully. Stand back as you pour in the cream as the mixture may spatter. Stir to mix in the cream. If the sauce is not smooth, return the pan to the heat and cook, stirring constantly, to melt any lumps. 3. Add the butter (with the pan off the heat). Keep stirring until the butter has melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Washington Park Medical Clinic HOLIDAY HOURS:
Dec. 24 Dec. 25 Dec. 26–29
8 am – 2 pm CLOSED 9 am – 5 pm
Dec. 30 Dec. 31 Jan. 1
8 am – 9 pm 8 am – 2 pm 11 am – 4 pm
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TREE LIGHTING TIPS Lighting a Christmas tree may seem like child’s play, but time and again people struggle with the task. Untangling wires and wrapping them around boughs can be nerve wracking, but lighting a tree doesn’t have to be a chore when you follow some tips from the professionals. First, keep in mind that wrapping lights around the tree horizontally is more work and often doesn’t produce a multi-dimensional effect. Rather, string the lights from the trunk up to the top, working vertically. This is actually how the tree decorators at Rockefeller Center in New York City do the famous tree year after year. This method helps eliminate tangled wires and empty spots. Remember to plug in the strands of lights before you begin to check for burnt-out bulbs and to adjust the spacing of lights to prevent dark spots. Think about varying light bulb sizes to add more dimension. String an inner layer of small LED white lights to produce an inner glow on the tree before adding larger, colored lights on top to increase visual appeal. Just be sure to match the same wattage of the lights so that you do not have power surges and can prolong the life of the bulbs.
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Deck the halls
Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la, la la la la. Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la.
Follow me in merry measure, Fa la la la la, la la la la. While I tell of Yule tide treasure, Fa la la la la, la la la la.
Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la, la la la, la la la. Troll the ancient Yule tide carol, Fa la la la la, la la la la.
Fast away the old year passes, Fa la la la la, la la la la. Hail the new, ye lads and lasses, Fa la la la la, la la la la.
See the blazing Yule before us, Fa la la la la, la la la la. Strike the harp and join the chorus. Fa la la la la, la la la la.
Sing we joyous, all together, Fa la la la la, la la la la. Heedless of the wind and weather, Fa la la la la, la la la la.
St. George’s United Church
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
505-6th Street, Courtenay
CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICES Christmas Calm: December 17th, 7:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve: Family Service, 7:00 pm Candlelight Service (no service Christmas Day)
Christmas Carol Service: December 29th, 10:30 a.m.
Epiphany: Jan. 5, 10:30 am Serving the Comox Valley Since 1975 362-B 10th Street, Courtenay 250-338-5511
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Away in the Manger Away in a manger, No crib for His bed The little Lord Jesus Laid down His sweet head The stars in the bright sky Looked down where He lay The little Lord Jesus Asleep on the hay
Close by me forever And love me I pray Bless all the dear children In Thy tender care And take us to heaven To live with Thee there
The cattle are lowing The poor Baby wakes But little Lord Jesus No crying He makes I love Thee, Lord Jesus Look down from the sky And stay by my side, ‘Til morning is nigh. Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask Thee to stay
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THE CANDY CANE It was not long after Europeans began using Christmas trees that special decorations were used to adorn them. Food items, such as candies and cookies, were used predominately and straight white candy sticks were one of the confections used as ornamentation. Legend has it that during the 17th century, craftsmen created the white sticks of candy in the shape of shephreds’ crooks at the suggestion of the choirmaster at the Cologne Cathedral in Germany. The candy treats were given to children to keep them quiet during ceremonies at the living creche, or Nativity scene, and the custom of passing out the candy crooks at such ceremonies soon spread throughout Europe. According to the National Confectioner’s Association, in 1847 German immigrant August Imgard used the candy cane to decorate a Christmas tree in Wooster, Ohio. More than 50 years later, Bob McCormack of Albany, Georgia supposedly made candy canes as treats for family, friends and local shopkeepers. McCormack’s brother-in-law, Catholic priest Gregory Keller, invented a machine in the 1950s that automated the production of candy canes, thus eliminating the usual laborious process of creating the treats and the popularity of the candy cane grew. More recent explanations of the candy cane’s symbolism hold that the color white represents Christ’s purity, the red the blood he shed, and the presence of three red stripes the Holy Trinity. While factual evidence for these notions does not exist, they have become increasingly common and at times are even represented as fact. Regardless, the candy cane remains a favorite holiday treat and decoration.
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She was a young, unwed, teenage girl who found out she was pregnant. To us this may seem like a crisis pregnancy, yet it all worked out. We now celebrate the birth of her son, Jesus, some 2000 years later.
Merry Christmas Please remember us with your year end donations.
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O HOLY NIGHT O holy night! The stars are brightly shining, It is the night of the dear Saviour’s birth. Long lay the world in sin and error pining. Till He appeared and the Spirit felt its worth. A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices, For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn. Fall on your knees! Oh, hear the angel voices! O night divine, the night when Christ was born; O night, O holy night, O night divine! O night, O holy night, O night divine! Led by the light of faith serenely beaming, With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand. O’er the world a star is sweetly gleaming, Now come the wisemen from out of the Orient land. The King of kings lay thus in lowly manger; In all our trials born to be our friends. He knows our need, our weakness is no stranger,
Behold your King! Before him lowly bend! Behold your King! Before him lowly bend! Truly He taught us to love one another, His law is love and His gospel is peace. Chains he shall break, for the slave is our brother. And in his name all oppression shall cease. Sweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we, With all our hearts we praise His holy name. Christ is the Lord! Then ever, ever praise we, His power and glory ever more proclaim! His power and glory ever more proclaim!
Merry Christmas from our Family to yours!
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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas Jolly Old Saint Nicholas Jolly old Saint Nicholas, Lean your ear this way! Don’t you tell a single soul What I’m going to say: Christmas Eve is coming soon; Now, you dear old man Whisper what you’ll bring to me; Tell me if you can.
Now I think I’ll leave to you What to give the rest Choose for me, dear Santa Claus; You will know the best.
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Happy Holidays
From Dr. Leo Johnson, Dr. Frank Lo, and staff
When the clock is striking twelve, When I’m fast asleep Down the chimney, broad and black, With your pack you’ll creep All the stockings you will find Hanging in a row Mine will be the shortest one, You’ll be sure to know Bobby wants a pair of skates, Suzy wants a sled Nellie wants a picture book, yellow, blue, and red
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Baptist Church
PASTORS: Peter Rabey & Randy Dyck Sunday, December 15:
9:15am Contemporary Service 11am Traditional Service 2pm Casa Loma service
Sunday, December 22:
9:15am Contemporary Service 11am Traditional Service
from the Searle’s family to yours.
Christmas Eve Service: Tuesday, December 24: 4:30 and 7pm.
Sunday, December 29: 10:00am Combined Service
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PIERCY’S MT. WASHINGTON Funeral Home F From all of us at Piercy’s - Mt. Washington Funeral Home we would like to wish you a safe & joyous holiday season.
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SILENT NIGHT
Our tree of rememberance will be on display in our foyer throughout the holiday season. We welcome all to stop in and place an ornament on the tree in rememberance of someone who will be missed this Holiday Season.
Silent night, Holy night All is calm, all is bright Round yon Virgin Mother and Child Holy Infant so tender and mild Sleep in Heavenly peace Sleep in Heavenly peace
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Silent night, Holy night Son of God, love’s pure light Radiant beams from thy Holy face With the dawn of redeeming grace Jesus, Lord, at thy birth Jesus, Lord, at thy birth
Silent night, Holy night Shepherds quake at the sight Glories stream from Heaven afar Heavenly hosts sing Hallelujah Christ, the Savior is born Christ, the Savior is born
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What Child is this What child is this, who, laid to rest, On Mary’s lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet, While shepherds watch are keeping? Refrain: This, this is Christ the King, Whom shepherds guard and angels sing: Haste, haste to bring him laud, The babe, the son of Mary. Why lies he in such mean estate Where ox and ass are feeding? Good Christian, fear: for sinners here The silent Word is pleading.
Come, peasant, king, to own him. The King of kings salvation brings, Let loving hearts enthrone him. Refrain:
Refrain: So bring him incense, gold, and myrrh,
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Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season from
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JOY TO THE WORLD
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HOLIDAY SEASON
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Joy to the World , the Lord is come! Let earth receive her King; Let every heart prepare Him room, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven, and Heaven, and nature sing.
No more let sins and sorrows grow, Nor thorns infest the ground; He comes to make His blessings flow Far as the curse is found, Far as the curse is found, Far as, far as, the curse is found.
Joy to the World, the Savior reigns! Let men their songs employ; While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat the sounding joy, Repeat, repeat, the sounding joy.
Merry Christmas to all...
He rules the world with truth and
grace, And makes the nations prove The glories of His righteousness, And wonders of His love, And wonders of His love, And wonders, wonders, of His love.
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O LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie; above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by. Yet in thy dark streets shineth the everlasting light; the hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.
How silently, how silently, the wondrous gift is given; so God imparts to human hearts the blessings of his heaven. No ear may hear his coming, but in this world of sin, where meek souls will receive him, still the dear Christ enters in.
For Christ is born of Mary, and gathered all above, while mortals sleep, the angels keep their watch of wondering love. O morning stars together, proclaim the holy birth, and praises sing to God the king, and peace to all on earth!
O holy Child of Bethlehem, descend to us, we pray; cast out our sin, and enter in, be born in us today. We hear the Christmas angels the great glad tidings tell; o come to us, abide with us,
our Lord Emmanuel!
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O CHRISTMAS TREE O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy leaves are so unchanging; O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy leaves are so unchanging; Not only green when summer’s here, But also when ‘tis cold and drear. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy leaves are so unchanging! O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Much pleasure thou can’st give me; O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Much pleasure thou can’st give me; How often has the Christmas tree Afforded me the greatest glee! O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Much pleasure thou can’st give me. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy candles shine so brightly!
Warm thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful holiday and a very Happy New Year.
Happy Holidays!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! How richly God has decked thee! O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! How richly God has decked thee! Thou bidst us true and faithful be, And trust in God unchangingly. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! How richly God has decked thee! !”
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O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy candles shine so brightly! From base to summit, gay and bright, There’s only splendor for the sight. O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! Thy candles shine so brightly!
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A form of Christmas card began in England first when young boys practiced their writing skills by creating Christmas greetings for their parents, but it is Sir Henry Cole who is credited with creating the first real Christmas card. The first director of London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, Sir Henry found himself too busy in the Christmas season of 1843 to compose individual Christmas greetings for his friends. He commissioned artist John Calcott Horsley for the illustration. The card featured three panels, with the centre panel depicting a family enjoying Christmas festivities and the card was inscribed with the message “A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You.”
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Get Involved • Feel Good Help Share the Christmas Spirit Volunteer hamper drivers will be needed at 8am, December 21st, at our warehouse, 2683 Moray Ave. for Christmas Hamper delivery. We Are Accepting Cash Donations to Make Up Hampers.
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Jingle Bells Dashing through the snow In a one horse open sleigh O’er the fields we go Laughing all the way Bells on bob tails ring Making spirits bright What fun it is to laugh and sing A sleighing song tonight Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh A day or two ago I thought I’d take a ride And soon Miss Fanny Bright Was seated by my side The horse was lean and lank
Misfortune seemed his lot We got into a drifted bank And then we got upsot Oh, jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh yeah Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way Oh, what fun it is to ride In a one horse open sleigh
Jingle bells, jingle bells Jingle all the way
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holly, ivy and greenery In Northern Europe Christmas occurred during the middle of winter, when ghosts and demons could be heard howling in the winter winds. Boughs of holly, believed to have magical powers since they remained green through the harsh winter, were often placed over the doors of homes to drive evil away. Greenery was also brought indoors to freshen the air and brighten the mood during the long, dreary winter. Legend also has it that holly sprang from the footsteps of Christ as he walked the earth. The pointed leaves were said to represent the crown of thorns Christ wore while on the cross and the red berries symbolized the blood he shed.
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Season’s Greetings from Island Technologies COMPUTER SYSTEMS
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Community Christmas Eve
Candelight Service
6:30pm
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O COME ALL YE FAITHFUL O Come All Ye Faithful Joyful and triumphant, O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem. Come and behold Him, Born the King of Angels; O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.
All Hail! Lord, we greet Thee, Born this happy morning, O Jesus! for evermore be Thy name adored. Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing; O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.
O Sing, choirs of angels, Sing in exultation, Sing all that hear in heaven God’s holy word. Give to our Father glory in the Highest; O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, O come, let us adore Him, Christ the Lord.
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LITTLE DRUMMER BOY Come they told me, pa rum pum pum pum A new born King to see, pa rum pum pum pum Our finest gifts we bring, pa rum pum pum pum To lay before the King, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, So to honor Him, pa rum pum pum pum, When we come. Little Baby, pa rum pum pum pum I am a poor boy too, pa rum pum pum pum I have no gift to bring, pa rum pum pum pum That’s fit to give the King, pa rum pum pum pum,
rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, Shall I play for you, pa rum pum pum pum, On my drum? Mary nodded, pa rum pum pum pum The ox and lamb kept time, pa rum pum pum pum I played my drum for Him, pa rum pum pum pum I played my best for Him, pa rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, rum pum pum pum, Then He smiled at me, pa rum pum pum pum Me and my drum.
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Let it snow Oh the weather outside is frightful, But the fire is so delightful, And since we’ve no place to go, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! It doesn’t show signs of stopping, And I’ve bought some corn for popping, The lights are turned way down low, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! When we finally kiss goodnight, How I’ll hate going out in the storm! But if you’ll really hold me tight, All the way home I’ll be warm. The fire is slowly dying, And, my dear, we’re still good-bying, But as long as you love me so, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
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Mistletoe was used by Druid priests 200 years before the birth of Christ in their winter celebrations. They revered the plant since it had no roots yet remained green during the cold months of winter. The ancient Celtics believed mistletoe to have magical healing powers and used it as an antidote for poison, infertility, and to ward of evil spirits. The plant was also seen as a symbol of peace, and it is said that among Romans, enemies who met under mistletoe would lay down their weapons and embrace. Scandanavians associated the plant with Frigga, their goddess of love, and it may be from this that we derive the custom of kissing under the mistletoe. Those who kissed under the mistletoe had the promise of happiness and good luck in the following year.
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The First Noel
The first Noel, the angel did say, Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay; In fields where they lay keeping their sheep, On a cold winter’s night that was so deep. Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel. They looked up and saw a star Shining in the East, beyond them far; And to the earth it gave great light, And so it continued both day and night. Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel. And by the light of that same star, Three wise men came from country far; To seek for a King was their intent, And to follow the star wherever it went.
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel. This star drew night to the northwest, O’er Bethlehem it took its rest; And there it did both stop and stay, Right over the place where Jesus lay. Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel.
Then entered in those wise men three, Full reverently upon their knee; And offered there in his presence, Their gold, and myrrh, and frankincense. Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, Born is the King of Israel.
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Yield: 12 servingst Ingredient list: 1/2 cup shortening 1 cup white sugar 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 3/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp. ground cloves 1 cup grated carrots 1 cup raisins 1 cup chopped walnuts 3/4 cup white sugar 1 1/2 tsp. cornstarch 1 pinch salt 1 1/4 cups hot water 3 1/2 tsp. butter 3 1/2 tsp. lemon juice 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves; stir into the creamed mixture until well blended. The mixture will be dry. Stir in the carrots, raisins and chopped walnuts. Pour into a wellgreased pudding mould or coffee can. Cover the top with aluminum foil. 2. Place the pudding mould into a large kettle or Dutch oven filled with 2 inches of water. Cover the pan, and bring to a simmer. Allow the pudding to steam for 4 to 4 1/2 hours over low heat. Remove from the mould. Serve with warm lemon sauce. 3. To make the lemon sauce, mix together 3/4 cup of sugar, cornstarch and salt in a saucepan. Stir in hot water, butter, lemon juice and vanilla. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Serve warm over the pudding.
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EGG NOG FUDGE Makes about 680g (1.5 pounds) Ingredients • 500 ml (2 cups) sugar • 250 ml (1 cup) refrigerated eggnog • 2 Tbsp butter • 2 Tbsp light corn syrup • 50 g (1/4 cup) chopped pecans, toasted • 50 g (1/4 cup) slivered almonds, toasted and chopped • 65 g (1/2 cup) chopped red candied cherries • 1 tsp vanilla extract Preparation 1. Line an 8’’x4’’ loaf pan with aluminum foil; butter foil and set aside. 2. Combine first 4 ingredients in a 4-quart heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Wash down crystals from sides of pan using a pastry brush dipped in hot water. Insert a candy thermometer into eggnog mixture. 3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thermometer registers 114˚C (238˚F). Remove pan from heat and cool sugar mixture, undisturbed, until temperature drops to 88˚C (190˚F), about 15 to 18 minutes. 4. Stir in pecans and remaining 3 ingredients; beat with a wooden spoon until fudge thickens and just begins to lose its gloss (5 to 8 minutes). 5. Pour candy into prepared pan. Cool completely; cut into squares.
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