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MagazineThe Gwinnett Area’s Family Lifestyle News

About the Cover....................................................................5

Calendar of Events.................................................................7, 15

Sept Crossword...........................................................................8

Fitness: Give it all you’ve got!................................................8

Finance: Devil is in the details.....................................................9

Education Articles .......................................................................11

Health & You: Plastic surgery .............................................12

Wellness: rerouting restaurant Derailments......................13

About You: Holiday Stress.........................................................14

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Counselor’s Corner: What’s your status?...................................16

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Halloween, the spookiest day of the year has finally arrived. Children anxiously await twilight to descend the dark roads in search of treats while the adults enjoy a more sinister route, scary movie marathons, and wicked haunted houses. This day every year hun-dreds of people crowd the movie theaters seeking a frightening thrill; paying little attention to the elabo-rate makeup and costumes needed to accomplish it. The gory and grotesque details did not escape one young man many years ago, Roy Wooley, who not only noticed but was inspired. An inspiration later turned fascination, bolstered Roy not only to accomplish what so many said he couldn’t but achieve his ultimate dream.

“I grew up in a small town in Alabama. My southern drawl is a dead give away isn’t it”, he says with a chuck-le. “Ever since I can remember I’ve always been fasci-nated with special effects makeup. My dad took me to see the movie “Battle for the Planet of the Apes,” and I became very interested in that aspect of the movie. When I saw the movie “An American Werewolf in London” I knew I wanted to learn special effects”. Roy was hooked! He did everything from creating his own Halloween costumes to taking courses all in an attempt to learn more and refine the art.

In 1997, Roy moved from Alabama to Tucker Georgia. It was there that he stumbled upon Netherworld Haunted House. He began from the bottom as an

actor and assisting in the make up department. Fast for-ward fifteen years, Roy is now the head of the makeup department, and Netherworld is considered one of the top 10 haunted houses in America. He’s worked in mov-ies such as “Zombie land” and “Halloween II” to name a few. “I pride myself on getting the job done, under any circumstances whatsoever. I’ve become very adept at thinking on my feet, and using the resources that are avail-able to me. Where another artist may say that something can’t be done, I feel that there is always a way to get the job done, even if it means being very creative with the resources on hand. At this point in my career, I feel as though I’ve done a little of everything”.

However, the movies were not enough for this creative master; Roy craved more. He is currently part of the cast of the Syfy’s Channel Face-off; a grueling competition/elimination series exploring the world of special-effects make-up artists and the unlimited imagination that allows them to create amazing works of living art. Each episode involves incredible reveals of the competitors’ finished work, and the drama of one contestant being sent home by the panel of expert and celebrity judges. It’s tough and nerve wrecking but Roy loves every minute of it. This show not only showcases his talents but challenges him to out do himself everyday.

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BetrayalOctober 04 – 28, 2012Aurora Theatre128 Pike Street, Lawrencevillewww.auroratheatre.comMaster playwright Harold Pinter’s most famous work exposes the pain a seven year infidelity causes married couple, Emma and Robert

Hula Hooping in the Park!October 5, 2012Lilburn City Park76 Main Street, Lilburn www.cityoflilburn.comGirls Love Hula Hooping - for fun, fitness, and feeling good!

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Autism Society October 6, 2012Gwinnett County Fairgrounds2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrencevillewww.gwinnettcountyfair.com

Rock N’ Rib FestOctober 6, 2012Gwinnett Historic Courthouse185 West Crogan Street, Lawrencevillewww.rocknribsfest.comBarbecue ribs galore, live music and family fun! This event offers fun for the whole family featuring: FREE Classic Rock!

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It should go without saying that Iím a huge fan of weight training. It gives you the shape you want, speeds up your metabolism and protects your bones, as Iíve mentioned in a previous column, and gives you good posture on top of all that. The health benefits that come with weight training are incredible.

The weight room should be viewed as a playground for grownups. The more you play and the different ways you find to do it, the better your body will look in the end! One of my favorite techniques is the Drop Set, made popular by Arnold Schwarzenegger, a technique that pushes your muscles to the max in a way that you wouldnít normally experience during a typical workout.

1. Choose a fairly heavy weight. 2. Lift that weight as many times as you can, then set it down. For example, if youíre doing bicep curls, start with the heaviest weight you can manage and do as many reps as you can.3. Next, choose a weight that weighs around 80 percent of what you just lifted. 4. Lift it for as many reps as you can.5. Drop that weight and pick up another one that is about 80 percent of your previous one and lift it until you just canít anymore.

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The Devil Is In The DetailsBy Glenton Ashby

Recently I had a conversation with someone who was in the process of providing assistance with some end-of-life planning. In this case, help was being given in making funeral arrangements ahead of time, that is, before a loved one’s death. I have never been in that position, but I am sure that it is almost as difficult an issue to deal with before a death, as after someone’s death.

A primary take-away from the conversation was that a funeral home, and funeral planning, is a business. As with most businesses, the objective is to make money. Going into the funeral planning process unaware, or unassisted, can lead to a num-ber of bad outcomes, including being taken advantage of (ripped off), overspend-ing, being pressured into selecting options that are not really desired, or necessary, and entering into bad contracts. So it is prudent, if possible, to include someone who can be calmly objective, give wise advice and help make good decisions. Maybe you will be that person for someone else. Regardless of how quickly deci-sions have to be made, make every effort to give thought to the various decisions independently of the service provider then go back to them with answers or deci-sions. If they will not allow you time to consider your choices and decisions, they may not be the provider you want to work with, especially when plans are being made ahead of time.

Following that conversation, I read an article in the August 2012 issue of “Financial Planning” magazine dealing with the benefits of planning ahead of time for health care and end-of-life issues. Article author Deena Katz discussed how best to plan with, and for, someone who has a terminal illness and help them face the cor-responding issues. The issues are not strictly about the person who is ill but also about those responsible for overseeing care and comfort.

One issue was the importance of having the necessary “advance directive” docu-ments in place, knowing the purpose of the documents and being sure that the right people have the documents or know where to find them. You and your loved ones should have, or consider having, a living will, a medical or healthcare power of attorney, a financial power of attorney and “Do Not Resuscitate” instructions (DNR).

Another issue addressed was the fact that it is important, and helpful, to know how someone who is terminally, or gravely, ill wants to be treated or cared for as they go through their illness. This was discussed from the perspective of hospice care and AgingWithDignity.org’s “Five Wishes” document. The document covers five topics:Who is to make health care decisions?What kind of medical treatment is wanted or not wanted?Directions regarding the desired comfort level during medical treatment or illness.Directions regarding how other people are to treat the person being cared for.What the loved ones of the person under care should know.

A web site that may be helpful in this regard is AgingWithDignity.org and its “Five Wishes” document.

Finally, life goes on after the loss of a loved one, though not easily. It may be neces-sary to get help dealing with the loss of a spouse, or to give help to someone who has lost a spouse. Getting past the emotional, mental and even physical toll takes varying amounts of time. In some cases the shock or toll of a loved one’s passing can even be incapacitating.

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Yes some of these needs are difficult and emotional to confront, but they will have to be dealt with at some point. Consider your situation and that of your loved ones, even that of people you know who may not have anyone nearby to help them. Preparation now can ease stress and emotional reactions later.

Feedback and topic suggestions are welcome – email [email protected], or comment at www.HalcyonFP.com/halcyon-times. Tweet @halcyonplanning.

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As a child, I would be so excited about the first day of school that I couldn’t sleep the night before! Many children are fortunate to have such a positive school experience like I did, but for some, school is something they dislike.

What are the signs of school stress? When students worry about school, it can affect them physically by causing headaches or stomach aches. Sometimes students will fake illness to get out of going to school. They may feel butterflies in their stomach or like they are going to throw up. Some students actually do! They may be having trouble sleeping, and if they are, they will likely feel grumpy and tired during the next school day. If students are stressed out, they might have a hard time making decisions. For example, in the morning they may not be able to decide what to eat, wear, or pack for lunch. They may procrastinate putting their things together for the next day. This causes them to not be prepared so they may miss the bus or their ride so they are late arriving to school. Staying home may seem like a good choice, but it just makes it harder to go to school the next day because they will start the next day behind in their academics and they may begin to feel overwhelmed.

For students who do not like school, it is important to determine why. Students may not like school because a bully is bothering them or because a kid they do not like wants to hang around with them. Perhaps a student does not get along with one of his or her teachers or may feel dif-ferent from others or worry that he or she does not have enough friends. Sometimes students do not like school because there is a problem with their classes and course work. Maybe the work is too easy and they are bored or maybe it is too difficult and they do not feel as smart as other kids and feel overwhelmed and hopeless. Reading may be difficult, but they are expected to do a lot of it. They may be getting farther and farther behind in their studies and it seems as if they will never catch up. Some young students will have such severe separation anxiety from their mom or dad that they feel they cannot attend school. Once students and/or their parents have determined why they do not like school, the necessary steps can be taken to improve their feelings and school experience.It is important to find help. It’s a good idea for students who do like school to talk to someone about this problem. They can talk with their parents, a relative, teacher, or school counselor who can help them. If severe enough, students may need to talk to a professional counselor outside of their school and family. Another suggestion is students can write down their feelings about school in a journal as it is a great way to let their emotions out which may be suppressed. If students are feeling disorganized or like they cannot keep up with their schoolwork, teachers and school counselors are available and want to help. If all of a student’s subjects seem really dif-ficult, a school counselor can help them sort things out and obtain additional help if needed.

Do the following to feel better about school. Have students write down everything they do not like about school. Then have them list the things they enjoy about school, even if it is only recess and lunch. Have them identify what they can change on the list of what they do not like and begin to ask some questions. For example, would remembering to do homework help them to feel more confident if they were called on in class? Could they find ways to show off their special interests and talents? If they made just one new friend, would they feel less alone? If they have helped someone else feel less alone, would that cause them to feel better? Which activi-ties could they try that would help them meet new friends? Would receiving outside academic assistance help reduce their stress and improve their confidence and motivation? Of course, they may not be able to change everything about what they do not like about school because s bully may not simply disappear or reading may always be somewhat of a challenge, but they can focus on what can be changed.

Parents should talk positively with their children about their anxieties, try to relate to them, and understand their concerns. Parents can be empathetic and through conversation enable their student to not feel dumb or weird for not liking school. A positive attitude in parents is very important because parents who are anxious communicate their anxiety to their child.

If children fake illness, doctors recommend that parents should not confront them or accuse them of lying. If a student says his or her stomach hurts or makes up some other vague, invali-dated symptom, do not say the child is making it up because he may try even harder to convince you he is ill. Encourage the child to go to school. If you do allow him to stay home, make sure the experience is not too enjoyable by having him stay in bed all day and all evening. Students need to learn early on if they stay home sick, they will be in bed all day with no television, video games, computer or other extracurricular activities. There can be no rewards for getting better at 3 pm. If it is not addressed, faking illness can become a chronic problem.

Unless a child suffers from a legitimate anxiety disorder and needs to seek professional help, the best policy for parents to follow is to be understanding, but firm, and insist the student goes to class. It should not be a negotiable matter about going to school. Reassure your child that you know school can be hard or making friends can be difficult, but in the end, let them know they are going to school without exception. Remind them that it is their job and is worthwhile. Then try to help them deal with whatever they are anxious about.

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You may have never connected the two, but lymph drain-age therapy - which is a specialty of Body of Health - is a ben-eficial treatment for those who have undergone plastic surgical procedures. Some of these include liposuction, tummy tucks, augmentation, and face lifts. What all of these operations have in common is that they result in the damaging of lymph capil-laries which are attached to the derma of the skin. This type of trauma can prolong the patient’s recovery time, result in the affected tissues becoming hard and malformed, and the surgi-cal scars forming deep adhesions.

So many times, I’m contacted by clients who have un-dergone this type of surgery four or five weeks earlier. They almost always report that the treated area is now hard and swollen, inflexible, and painful. Since they can’t get comfort-able, they also can’t sleep. Don’t misunderstand; this is often the results of operations that have gone “well”.

The problem isn’t that the surgeon has done a poor job or that the body is reacting in some strange way. In several foreign countries, when a patient is being counseled about a pending plastic surgical procedure, she is automatically direct-ed by the physician to contact a lymph massage therapist for post-surgical treatment. In our country, however, it’s rarely mentioned prior to surgery and it’s only when the patient is having difficulties that she hits the internet and discovers the benefits of lymphatic treatments.

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apy is a gentle hands-on technique aimed at restoring the flow of the lymph nodes and capillaries. When your body has been through any kind of surgery, the lymph system gets congested due to excessive swelling and medication. The procedures se-verely damage the capillaries which eventually grow back. The problem is that they rarely grow in the right direction and tend to “pool” together. When this happens, proteins settle in the tissues causing them to harden. With lymph therapy, these tis-sues are massaged and the lymph is then redirected to where it needs to go. This helps soften the tissues and increase pliability which helps the patient move more freely.

Lymph is also a very important therapy for scars. You can develop deep adhesions with scars if they are not mas-saged, broken up, and the lymph drained to make them soft and pliable. Scar therapy uses a cross friction technique to help break up the collagen of the scar. Lymph therapy is then used to draw the fluid over the scar and help it heal quicker.

Keeping the lymph nodes clear and flowing is a major factor in the healing process. Without clear nodes, there be-comes a “traffic jam” in the capillaries and, once again, the tissues suffer due to a buildup of proteins and toxins which causes swelling and congestion. Lymphatic therapy clears the lymph nodes and keeps them flowing so that they can take on the additional capacity of the swollen tissues.

Massage is also very important in a reducing recovery time. Manual manipulation of the tissues brings blood and ox-ygen to the affected areas and helps it heal. Also, a byproduct

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When I was younger, eating out at a “sit-down” restaurant was reserved for Sundays after church. In fact, we rarely went to drive-through fast food restaurants either. Both my mother and father were great cooks and they prepared our meals at home until my brother and I were old enough to do it for ourselves.

Times have definitely changed. The pace of our lives and the abundance and variety of res-taurants make it easier than ever to grab a meal on the go, have a business lunch, or enjoy a meal with friends – just because. But this trend has far-reaching affects on our health.

Restaurant foods typically contain more calories, total fat, saturated fat, sodium, choles-terol, and less fiber, calcium and iron than foods prepared at home according to a 2002 study. Since this study, restaurant chefs have been working to devise healthier menu items and preparation options. States like California, Oregon and New York set the blueprint for new federal guidelines that will soon make restaurant meal calories clear on all menus. A current law under the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act stipulates that US restaurant chains with more than 20 locations must visibly post the caloric content of all menu items and make detailed nutrition information available on request. Have you noticed this at your favorite restaurant chain?

Despite these recent positive changes, there are still things you should look for and do to improve the health quotient of your meal when eating out.

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When selecting menu items, look for positive preparations like grilled, steamed, poached, baked, roasted or braised. These are healthier ways to prepare food.

Avoid menu items with these descriptive words: battered, buttery, scalloped, crispy, creamed or creamy, fried, rich, Alfredo, breaded, in cheese sauce, or deep fried. (I have to admit, I got hungry just typing them. But they’re part of the problem, not the solution.)

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Substitute veggies or fruits for fries and mashed potatoes as a side dish.

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Other tips for handling stress through the holidays are to take action and get involved. Fulfill an underprivileged child’s Christmas wish right here in Gwinnett or volunteer your time at the Quinn House for Holiday functions. Invite a friend over for dinner who has no family nearby. Take care of your health; limit alcohol and overeating; lose those extra pounds; join an exercise class. When you feel the pressure mounting, stop and breathe deeply, contract and relax each muscle. If too much tension creates those neck, back or headaches, see your chiropractor. It’s amazing how much spinal manipulation relaxes the body and relieves pain and tension buildup.This is the time of Thanksgiving, love, hope and goodwill…something we should aspire to do daily and throughout the year. This is also the time for peace on earth and just as important, the peace we all need to find within ourselves. Be as good to yourself as you are to others; and may you experience a wonderful holiday and many blessings in the year to come.

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The Rocky Horror ShowOctober 12 – 28, 2012New London Theatre2485 East Main Street SW, Snellvillewww.newlondontheatre.org

Italian FestivalOctober 13, 2012All Saints Lutheran Church722 Rockbridge Rd., LilburnHomemade Spaghetti Pie, salad, bread, drinks and homemade dessert. Games for the kids, music and laughter for the adults. There will be a Silent Auction, all proceeds will benefit Lilburn and SE Gwinnett Co-ops..

Dynamic Kids ExpoOctober 13, 2012Gwinnett Center6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluthwww.dynamickidsexpo.comDoes your family like to have fun? We have an event the entire family will enjoy.

Grayson Fall FestivalOctober 13, 2012Grayson Arts & History Center2070 Rosebud Lane, Graysonwww.cityofgrayson.orgFall Festival with a Vintage Flair

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First Annual Fall Benefit for the Alzheimer’s AsocationOctober 13, 2012Family Tree Garden Center1983 Main St. East. Snellville.www.TheFamilyTreeInc.com Our goal is to raise awareness and support for Alzheimer’s research. This event will be a community wide exravanganza with art-ists, music, demonstrations, food, prizes...and more.

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Withsomanyouterdistractionsandinformationmovingatthespeedof lightinthecurrenttechnologi-calworld,yourstillandsteadyinnervoicemaygetdrownedout.Thisisthepartof youthatknows,offeringanswersandreportsonyourtrueinnerstatus.

In psychology, becoming aware of the presentmoment is calledmindfulness. Mindfulness is aboutbringingattentiontothepresentmomentandsimplynoticingwhatis,withoutjudgment.Bybringingattentiontoyourthoughts,body,emotions,youcanbegintoslowdownyourinternalpaceenoughtobecomeawareof whatishappeninginyourinternalworldandbody.Inordertobecomemindfulof whatI’mcallingyour“SoulStatus”,herearesomepromptsbasedonthenaturalelementstoguidetheway:

Earth~YourBody:Scanyourbodyfromheadtotoeandnoticewheretheremightbetightness,ahold-ing,orpain.Breathedeeplyintoanyareaof discomfort.Yourbodyisaninstrument,payattentionsoyoucanhearif it’sintune,ornot.Air~YourThoughts:Noticewhatthoughtscontinuetofloatby,whatyouarefocusedonorconcernedabout?Water~YourEmotions:Whatemotionareyouexperiencingrightnow?Nameyouremotionandallowittobeandmoveonit’sown,justlikewater.Fire~Spirituality:Takeaninventoryof howmuchtimeyouspendinnature,prayer,meditation,orcre-ativity.Noticewhatcallstoyou.

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PeT PAGeThe Importance of Canine Exercise

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This isa topicnearanddear tomyheartat themomentdue toa lovelyyearoldGoldenRetrieverfosterdogmyhusbandandItookintoourhomeafewweeksago!EventhoughItrainandworkwithdogsforaliving,havinglivedprimarilywithseniordogsoverthelastfewyears,Ihadforgottenwhatitwasliketohaveayoungandenergeticdoginthehouse.Itsverysimilartohavingatoddlerhumaninthehouse….theyhaveTONSof energy,anditneedstobedrainedforseveralimportantreasons!

Oneimportantreasontoexerciseyourdoganddrainthemof excessenergyisobviousandthatwouldbeforhealth.Justlikeushumans,ourcaninefriendsneedqualityexercisetostayfitandhealthy.Properexercisealongwithagoodnutritionaldietkeepsadogatahealthyweight,whichisimportantfortheirheartandfunctionalityof otherorgans.

Anotherreallyimportantreasontoexerciseadogistowardoff behavioralissues.Youngdogsinparticularsufferingfromalackof exerciseusuallyfindotheroutletstodraintheirenergy.Someof thoseoutletsmayincludedestructivechewing,roughplayingandbiting,diggingandscratchingaswellashyperactivity.IpersonallyhavediscoveredwiththisfosterdogwehavethatthedayswhenItakehertodoggiedaycareatCanineCountryAcademyduringtheweek,onthoseeveningssheismuchcalmerandlesslikelytoroughplayand/orchewdestructively.However,ontheweekendswhenshedoesnotattenddaycarewhereshecanrunandplaywithdogsmostof theday,onthoseeveningssheismorelikelytomakebadbehavioralchoicesaroundthehouse.Consequently,Itakehertodoggiedaycareasmuchaspossiblebecauseitmakesusbothhappy!

Lastly,Ithinkexercisegivesadogasenseof mentalfulfillment.If youthinkaboutmanyof thebreedswehouseinourhomestoday,theywerebredforaspecificpurpose,whetherhuntingorguardingorretrievingorherding.Whateverthephysicaljobwas,therealityisthatmostof ourdomesticateddogsarenotdoingwhattheywerebredtodoanymore,thusleav-ingahugeholeintheirphysicalandmentalfulfillment,sowemustfindotherexerciseoutletstoroundouttheirlives.Somefunandeasyformsof exerciseownerscandowiththeirdogsincludethefollowing:longcalmwalks,swimming,fetchandretrievetoys,dogsportssuchasAgilityandRallyObedience(whichincludesalotof looseleashwalking),playingwithotherdogfriends,scentworkorHide&Seekandhiking.Makesuretoassesswhetherornotthetypeof exerciseyouarechoosingisappropriateforyourdog.Forinstance,inyoungdogswhosegrowthplateshavenotyetset,takingjumpsanddoingAgilitymightnotbethebestchoiceuntiltheyareabitolderandtheriskof injuryisreduced.However,calmwalkingisprettymuchagoodformof exercisefordogsof allbreedsandallages.Whateveryoudodecidetodowithyourdogregardingexerciserememberthatgettinginevensomeminimalexercisewithyourdogeverydayisoneof theprimarykeystoyourcaninecompanion’shealthandhappiness.

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In the event of a disaster, are you prepared to save your pet? Just a few years past many of us experienced just such an event. A rainstorm that turned into a 100 year flood. That being, a flood that usually only hap-pens once every 100 years. Do you remember? It submerged many parts of Lilburn. Luckily my family was not affected, but just barely. It rained for days. Our whole back yard was under water. The water stopped only feet from our back door.

Many of my neighbors were not so lucky. Their homes were flooded and they were forced to leave and live elsewhere for many weeks. So what of their pets? In an event like this can you even think straight? Probably not. This is why it is so important to be prepared BEFORE such a disastrous event strikes.

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Assign each family member a pet to locate and care for•

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Greetings!With Fall in full swing, it’s time to think of hearty meals that are quick, tasty, nutri-tious, and take a minimum amount of fuss to make. So this month’s Your Resident Gourmet column is offering you the answer to the dreaded, ‘What’s for dinner?’ question with great One Pot Meals. The Chili con Carne with Jalapeno Cheddar Shortbread, Smoked Sausage with Cabbage, Apples, and Onion, and Chicken Sausage and Lentil Stew are all terrific for school-night dinners, make-ahead meals, busy evenings, and when you just don’t have too much time to spend in the kitchen. The added bonus to these three One Pot Meals is that they can all be made ahead, put in the freezer and defrosted in time for dinner. Add a tossed green salad, a loaf of whole wheat French bread, and you have a quick and easy meal the entire family will enjoy!Happy Cooking!Chef Jennifer

One Pot MealsChili con Carne with Jalapeno Cheddar Shortcakes - Yields 8 servingsIngredients:Chili con Carne ¼ cup vegetable oil 2 medium onions, chopped1 tablespoon garlic, minced 2 carrots, diced 3 lbs ground chuck ¼ cup chili powder1 tablespoon ground cumin2 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon dried oregano (crumbled)1 tablespoon hot red pepper flakes (dried, taste)1-14.5oz can crushed tomatoes1-14.5oz can diced tomatoes 2 cups beef broth3 tablespoons cider vinegar19 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 green bell peppers, diced

Jalapeno Cheddar Shortcakes1 ½ cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt2 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 2 pickled jalapeno chilies, diced 1 cup sour creamGarnish:½ cup red onion, diced½ cup cheddar cheese, shreddedDirections:Preheat oven to 425*F

Chili con CarneIn a large stockpot, heat the oil on medium heat. Add the onions, stirring occasion-ally, until they are softened, add the garlic and carrots, and cook for an additional minute. Add the ground chuck and cook it over moderate heat until it is no longer pink. Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and the red pepper flakes and cook the mixture an additional minute. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, and the vinegar; bring the mixture to a boil.Reduce the Chili con Carne to a simmer, cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes stir-ring occasionally. Add the kidney beans, the bell peppers, and salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until the bell peppers are tender.

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