CHRISTMAS IS IN THE AIR

For a festive yuletide evening in Lancaster County, come experience The American Music Theatre’s all-new 2011 Christmas Show, Winter Wonderland. For several years now the theatre has hosted an annual Christmas production. This year the show returns in all its snowy, outdoor-themed splendor but this time with some original twists. It is sure to entertain both return guests who have made this show a yearly tradition as well as newcomers. You will be dazzled by gifted vocalists as well as awe-inspiring choreography. Don’t miss this Christmas treat for all ages! Winter Wonderland runs through December 30, 2011. For tickets visit: http://www.amtshows.com/

Another Lancaster County holiday tradition is delicious Date Pudding. After a nice evening out at the theatre treat yourself to this tasty dessert!

DATE PUDDING

Syrup:                                                                               

·         1 cup brown sugar

·         1 cup water

·         1 tablespoon butter

Batter:

·         ½ cup brown sugar

·         ½ cup milk

·         1 cup flour

·         1 cup chopped dates

·         ½ cup chopped walnuts

·         2 teaspoon baking powder

·         ¼ teaspoon salt

To make syrup:

·         Combine 1 cup brown sugar and water; cook together for 3 minutes.

·         Remove from heat and add butter.

To make batter:

·         Sift sugar, flour, baking powder and salt together.

·         Add milk and stir until smooth.

·         Fold in chopped dates and walnuts, blending well into mixture.

-Pour syrup into a greased 9”x9” baking dish.

-Drop mounds of batter on top of hot syrup.

-Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.

-Serve cold, plain or with Cool Whip.

Submitted by: Rich and Bert Hurst, Innkeepers of the Hurst House Bed & Breakfast