~8 _ __ @er_ 6._@er@ @Q@at —_@et_2@ Oe _ e-__ ss =2— _6er e C@8r_ a~ Or @ @7fT &@ OO Beating Seasonal Stress (NAPSA)—The best gift you can give yourself is to follow these simple entertaining tips for a less stressful holiday season. A whopping 68 percent of Amer- icans say the holidays—namely Christmas and Thanksgiving—are the most stressful time of the year. Whyall the worry? It might be that Americans typically expect an average of 14 guests over the course of the winter holiday sea- | son. That’s a lot of _ mouthstofeed. Americans admit ' that a little help in : L__ the kitchen would go a long way toward oT encouraging holiday cheer. Sixty-one per- Festive desserts can help you entertain guests and unwind during the holidays. Cheese with Cranberry Mustard, Houk cent of Americans either strongly or somewhat agree that simplifying all holiday meals along with many more mealideas, tips and video demonstrations, at could help ease holiday stress thing to enjoy right when they would help them spend more time with their family and reducestress. Try these tips from Sara Lee Executive Chef Jill Houk. They and help you enjoy the season’s www.lotalMealsOnline.com. Get guests in the mood with a festive drink: Seasonal drinks, warm or cold, offer a guest some- cooker as much as possible during walk in the door. The Senseo coffee system and pods are easy to use and can be served alone or with somefestive toppings. Here’s an easy pairing suggestion for one the holidays while your meal Shop: 1 package of Senseo festivities: One-pot meals are easy: Take advantage of your slow the holiday season. Just add your ingredients to the pot and enjoy cooks without you. Organization is key: Plan ahead. Shopping can be the most stressful activity, so shop ahead of time for anything you can, such as bread and frozen desserts. Stick with tried and true: The holidays are not the time to try something new. Stick with family favorites such as a delicious sandwich and simply add a festive, homemadeflair. See my recipe for a delicious Grilled Turkey and of my favorites: Eggnog Coffee Medium Roast Blend single-serve coffee pods, eggnog, whipped cream and favorite candybar. Prepare: Brew a single cup of coffee according to directions. Add eggnog to coffee and top with a dollop of whipped cream. Sprinkle with crushed candy pieces. Serve: Alongside a slice of Sara Lee All Butter Pound Cake, Original Cream Cheesecake or Premium Pumpkin Pie.
