Refresh Your Holiday Meal a. Bring the outdoors in. Trade the traditional fabric for a simple yet elegant table runner of fresh branches and greenery. It looks great and smells better. e Make newtraditions. Feel like skipping the turkey this year? Then go for it. Don’t be afraid to mix things up. Delight taste buds with unexpected twists to “tired” or standard fare. Instead of plain rolls for dinner, surprise guests with this quick and easyrecipe for Pesto Twists. Who knows, a new For a new spin on rolls this holiday season, consider delicious Pesto Twists. (NAPSA)—The holidays can mean many things to different people, but to most they mean family, friends...and food. While part of what’s loved about the holidays is tradition, sometimes a fresh approach can inspire a meal to remember. A few contemporary touches to your classic holiday meal can truly elevate your guests’ dining experience. With attention to detail anda little creativity, you’re sure to impress your guests, leav- ing them excited for more. The following are some ideas for refreshing the holiday meal: e Save the china. Instead of eating from fine china this year, liven up the table with a mix of unique place settings. Visit a local thrift store for a variety of colorful, unique plates and serveware—at verylittle cost. Go without dishes. Use hollowed-out vegetables as serving pieces. For example, serve your favorite dip out of a red pepper and soup or salad from a pumpkin. tradition could be born. PESTO TWISTS (Makes 12 twists) 1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed 1 container(7 ounces) BUITONI Refrigerated Pesto with Basil 7% cup chopped hazelnuts or almonds 7% cup Burron? Refrigerated Freshly Shredded Parmesan Cheese PREHEAToven to 400 F. PLACEpastry sheets on lightly floured surface. Roll each sheet into 12-inch square. Spread pesto over onerolled pastry sheet. Sprinkle nuts and cheese evenly over pesto. Lay second sheet on top and press lightly. Cut into twelve 1inch-wide strips. Twist each strip and place on baking sheet. BAKE for 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Do you have a holiday recipe that needs a little more flavor, a touch of color, or that little some- thing extra you can’t quite put your finger on? Visit Buitoni.com for recipe ideas, entertaining tips, and promotions going on now. wee nen eee eee eeea Note to Editors: BuITONE is a registered trademark of Socit des Produits Nestl S.A., Vevey, Switzerland.
