Healthful, Hassle-Free Holidays

Monday, March 1, 2004

Healthful, Hassle-Free Holidays (NAPSA)—With the holidays upon us, parties and other gatherings are a frequent occurrence. Although most people would like to makespecial, carefully planned, festive appetizers, the reality is most people just don’t havethe time. Culinary Expert Lena Cutler says there are new ways to make the busy holiday season morefestive, by using ready-to-eat seafood pouches that save time and add a touch of class to hors d’oeuvres. “Seafood allows busy people to create gourmet appetizers with minimum difficulty and time,” said “Pouched” seafood is a convenient way to add a touchof class to holiday dishes. add a special twist and change of flavor to your everyday salads, piz- Blue Cheese and Shrimp Garlic Dip ordinary soups. Chicken of the Sea now offers pouched seafood, 1 jar (12 oz.) refrigerated light or regular blue cheese dressing 1 pouch (3.53 oz.) Chicken of the Sea Premium Shrimp‘, drained 4 green onions, thinly sliced 14 cloves garlic, minced Cutler. “Furthermore, seafood can zas and pastas.” Cutler also suggests using seafood in chowders and bisques to makefor a flavorful supplement to including shrimp, crab, smoked oysters, whole baby clams and imitation crab. “The new shellfish provide gourmet taste and allow everyday chefs to prepare restaurant-quality starters and meals from the comfort of their own home,” said Cutler. Registered Dietitian Sharon McNerney recommendsshelf-stable seafood for seasonal snacks because of its numeroushealth benefits. “Eating shellfish is a great way to supply your body with the essential nutrients it needs,” said McNerney. “Shellfish are also low in fat and calories and serve as a nourishing protein option.” For holiday hors d’oeuvres, 14 '4 14 14 ‘4 14 (roasted optional) teaspoon celery seed teaspoon dried thyme teaspoon ground mustard teaspoon cayenne pepper teaspoon white pepper teaspoon hot pepper sauce Crackers or fresh vegetables In a bowl, combine dress- ing, shrimp andall remaining dip ingredients; mix well. the Mermaid Club at www. Cover and chill for at least two hours. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables. For blue cheese lovers, add crumbled blue cheeseto the dip. fellow party-goers, here’s an appetizer that’s likely to be a hit. Makes 12 servings. Prep Time: 10 minutes. Chill Time: 2 hours. cocktail snacks and recipes, visit chickenofthesea.com. To wow your

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