PAGE FOUR THE MICHIGAN DAILY SUNDAY, DECEMBER. 12,1954 PAGE FOU1~ THE MICHIGAN DAILY SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1954 State Provides Playground for Ski Enthusiasts 'Easy-to-Make' Recipes Offered For Delicious Christmas Treats Holiday Gifts Will Include By DEDE ROBERTSON Among the many students keep- ing their fingers crossed and hop- ing for a white Christmas are the ski enthusiasts who have been busily hunting up skis and equip- ment to get into shape for the coming season. Ever since the 1953 Winter Olympics at Lake Placid, N.Y., the nation is becoming more ski con- scious. In his 30th year of watching Americans ski, Pat Hardy of the Boston Globe noted "I've never looked up slopes in this country ind seen so many good skiers as I have this year.'" Prospective skiers should con- sult a proper outfitter for the necessary skis, binders, gloves, poles and wax, a ski expert sug- gested. Warn Clothes In planning what to take when going to a ski resort, the first thing on a skier's list should be a heavy sports coat of camel's hair or tweed, a sturdy greatcoat, some- one's raccoon relic or just any warm covering. . Important incidentals not to be forgotten are boots or galoshes. Soft moccasins or Norwegian knitted shoes will come in handy when the skier is relaxing. Long underwear and flannel pajamas will help prevent chills and colds. A reminder to the skier who travels by plane or train to his destination, is to strap the skis, tag and binders firmly togeth- er. Otherwise he may arrive with somebody else's skis, or his own minus the binders. Skiing Variety Skiing is not only down hill rac- ing and jumping. Beginners need Popular ski developments in' New England are located through- out the northern region. In New Hampshire, Jackson, Mt. Sunapee, North.Conway and Franconia are. among the well known ski areas. Mt. Mansfield, with the longest and highest chair lift in the east, is located near Stowe, Vt. In the western part of the United States popular ski areas have developed in Sante Fe, N.M.; Flagstaff, Oriz.; Aspen, Colo.; Alta, Utah; Jackson Hole, Wyo.; Sun Valley, Idaho; Mt. Hood, Ore. and Squaw Valley and Sugar Bowl in Calif. Few Countries have such a mag- nificent variety of mountains as America. Some skiers regard them as "pure paradise." The Ullr ski club, composed of University students, plans trips for weekends and vacations. The club arranges all accomodations to dif- ferent ski resorts. "An average weekend usually amounts to about $20, including lodging, tow, tick- ets and transportation," John Lep- pelmeier, president of the organi- zation, stated. Beginning skiers can also obtain free instruction from club mem- bers in the Arboretum when wea- ther permits. The group is organizing a ski team under the supervision of John Genn. Custom The custom of hanging stock- . . ingg in front of the fireplace pro- bably originated in Europe where children used to place shoes filled with food near the fireplace to feed St. Nicholas' horse. By BARB HECHT It's party time at Christmas. For the busy students planning to entertain, there is a host of recipes available that are both tasty and easy to make. Homemade candy such as Christmas bonbons, peanut bars, and pastel patties are a favorite of holiday guests. Christmas bonbons consist of 1/3 cup of unsulphered molasses, 2/3 cup of nonfat dry milk, and 1/3 cup of graham cracker crumbs, thoroughly mixed and shaped in- to 1 inch balls. Dates and dried fruit may be used to stuff the bonbons and chocolate sprinkles, coconut, and peanuts serve to decorate them. Peanut Bars Peanut bars, a tasty snack, are easily made by lining a loaf pan with wax paper and pouring a mixture of 2 cups of peanuts and 2 packages of melted chocolate into the pan. Then refrigerate the mixture for about 3 hours. When the candy is hard, it may be cut into 24 bars. Pastel Patties Colorful pastel patties are made by beating an egg white until frothy, adding 2 tablespoons of water, and mixing well. Then add 5 cups of sugar slowly while con- tinuing to mix. When the mixture is firm, divide it into three parts. In the first part add 1 square of melted chocolate and 1/3 teaspoon of vanilla extract; red vegetable dye and 1/3 teaspoon of pepper- mint- are added in the second part; while the last part has green vegetable dye and 1/3 teaspoon of wintergreen added. Add more sugar to make it stiff, if necessary. Roll and shape into about 4 dozen balls, which may.be decorated with sweet trim- mings. Pave Pave, a French holiday desert, is made by melting 4 squares of unsweet chocolate. In a separate bowl, cream 1/2 cup of butter, 3/4 cup of sugar is then added and mixed in with the butter. Four, egg yolks. are dropped into the mixture 1 at a time and stirred in Merry Christmas Around the World People the world over cele- brate the Christmas holiday, but each nationality expresses its good wishes in a different way. Here's what Merry Christmas would look like in: Italian: Buon Natale. Portuguese: Boas Festas. Chinese: Gung Tsu Yeh Su SSan Tau. Spanish: Felices Pascuas. Czechoslovakian: Vesele Van- oce. Ethiopian:Enkwan Eberhan Ledatoo Yaddarasawo. French: Joyeux Noel. Greek: Cala Heistougena. Polish: Wesolych Swiat. Russian: Se Rozhdestvom Christovym. Dutch: Vroolijk Lerstfeest. l i 1 l --Daily-John ,Hrtzel HEIGH-HO, HEIGH-HO-Prepared for winter weather, Marilyn Frederick and Dennis Morley are headed for snow-topped hills for a weekend of skiing. not be afraid of learning or of possible accidents. Enthusiasts say that skiing is actually one of the most adaptable of all sports and lends itself to any age or any terrain. In the eyes of some, nothing can com- pare with cross-country skiing across soft winter landscape. In Michigan, over 250,000 skiers annually visit the 34 ski develop- ments. These range from Iron Mountain, site of the world's tall- est artificial jumping scaffold, to the for-members-only Otsego Ski Club. Here a member may have his sleigh-borne copy of the morn- ing paper delivered to his room with his pre-breakfast coffee. Sites in Michigan Other popular areas in Michi- gan are Boyne Mountain, Caberfae at Cadillac, Elberta Mountain, Echo Valley, the Missaukee Moun- tains, Sugar Loaf Mountain in the Leelanau Peninsula, Newaygo County, Mount Mancelona, Udel Hills near Manistee, Briar Hill, Petoskey and hills near Traverse City. . ~ - AI 1011 - G r A C1 * Try. -. T e sbeaui-t if ' ' h m . V $4i inside nd out A.ch Leather-lined sapelyofnaed b Black, navy or brown. 12.95* B. Black, brown or navy calf tailleur. - 10.95* C. Black, navy or brown calf clutch bag with curved golden handle, 10.95*-* D. Leather-lined calf satchel. ,* 0 F Y Black, brown or navy. $15* Et ii E linprted'Italin cowide * well. Lastly, the melted choco- late is added. Place on a long platter, 2 pounds of ladyfingers, which have been dippe into a rum and water com- bination. Pour part of the choco- late mixture over the ladyfingers. This dessert may be made with 2 layers of ladyfingers and choco- late. Ice the top and sides with chocolate and allow the Pave to refrigerate for about 3 hours. This dessert will serve six to eight1 people. Fruit Cake A Christmas spread would not be complete without a fruit cake. An easy tropical fruit cake can be made by 'mixing in one bowl 3 cups of whole Brazil nuts, a 27% oz. package whole dates, and 1 cup of green and red Maraschino cherries. Then mix the fruit un- til it is well covered with % cup of sifted flour, % cup of sugar, % teaspoon of baking powder, and 12 teaspoon of salt. In a separate bowl, beat 3 eggs until frothy and add a tea- spoon of vanilla extract. Then pour the egg mixture over the fruit and mix well. Transfer the ingredients to a greased loaf pan, lined with wax paper, and bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes at 300 F. Carmel Corn Television viewers will appre- ciate carmel corn. This treat is made by mixing 4 cup of popped popcorn and 1/2 cup of peanuts in one bowl. Then cook at 250 F, % cup of light corn syrup, % cup of molasses, 1 table- spoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Stir the mixture gent- ly until a few drops tested in cold water form a hard ball. Pour mixture over popcorn and peanuts, mix and shape into balls and allow to cool. Vegetable col- oring may be added, if desired. Cranberry Egg Nog Cool, refreshing cranberry egg nog provides a tasty beverage. To make this recipe, separate 6 egg yolks and whites. Beat the yolks, while adding 1/2 cup of sugar until the mixture Is smooth. The egg whites and sugar are whipped to a meringue. Now fold the yolks into the whites. Pour 1 pint of heavy cream and 2 pints of cranberry juice into the egg combination and mix thoroughly. Cranberry egg nog is served cold and with sprinkles of ground cloves on top. Many other appetizing recipes may be obtained from current magazines and newspaper articles alone with helpful hints on how to have a successful Christmas party. Ordinary Candles Transformed Into Christmas Forms Ordinary candles can be trans- formed into glamorous Christmas ones with a few simple household utensils and melted candle ends. First soften old candles by plac- ing a saucepan containing the candle ends over heat in a fry- ing pan partially filled with water. When the wax is pliable, but not so hot that it sticks to the fing- ers, make the different candles. For candles made by pouring wax into molds, place each mold in the refrigerator until very cold, then tap it gently to release the form. After each candle is done, dip it, one half at a time, into a con- tainer of melted wax for a smooth, finished look. Melted crayons give old candles added color. Luminous candles are easily made by pouring an inch of paraf- fin into a coffee can and whipping ! until frothy.I Festive Robes Gaily Colored Styles In Variety of Lengths Available This Season By ARLINE LEWIS Robes and slippers in party fabrics and styles make perfect holiday gifts. Quilted rayon velvet robes, in floor and duster length, are among the more spectacular of the sea- son's styles. Some jeweled and others collared and cuffed in fur, they range in color from spicy, holly reds to soft pastels. For the coed desiring a little more practicality, washable robes in quilted cottons, quilted nylons, i i 4 -Daily-Dean Morton IN PARTY FABRICS and pinwale corduroys, will take her through an evening of tele- vision, studying or a bridge game. Washables Popular Local shops report especially good sales in lovely, yet durable washables. The styles range from small bowed mandarin collars to large, framing Puritan collars. Most are in the new, shorter length. Once again, red is the most popular color. In pajamas it's bermudas by a length! From amidst this year's turtleneck and clown P.Js., the bermuda outfit, borrowed from the outdoors, makes the biggest hit. The pajamas, made of soft flan- nel, come in bright solids and candy cane stripes. A tailored shirt top, complete with button- down collar, buttoned cuffs and shirttails, covers the above-knee length shorts. Other sets shown have their own scuffs and night- caps, in matching colors. Dazzle and Glitter Slippers are pretty enough to dance in. Shape is the key note, with most styles looking as if they came straight from "A thous- and and One Nights." Pointy, Persian-toed scuffs in colored velvets, dazzling with glitter, are as pretty as any dancing shoe. Velvets and ornate brocades, highlight the fabric. Slender heels, similar to ones found on expensive shoes, are featured on many styles. One, a black velvet mule, with a pink porcelain rose attached, has a matching flower painted on the black heel. The season's new robes and slip- pers will brighten any assortment of gifts under the Christmas tree. A -4 4 A I I -- Now is the Time , , . to give those cozy soft-lined moccasins that hug a foot in warm comfort. All hand-sewn soft leather .