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Tis’ the Season for Baking!

Kitterman Woods — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 13:00:04 +0000

Kitterman Woods get your bake on!

Here are some tips to make you into the best baker yet!

1. THE RIGHT TOOLS FOR THE JOB

For dry ingredients (e.g., flour and sugar), use measuring cups and spoons that can be leveled off for exact measurements. Better yet, measure dry ingredients by weight so you can skip the leveling all together. Liquid ingredients need glass or plastic tools with a pouring spout.

2. MEASURED SUCCESS

Because flour settles and compacts in storage, stir before measuring. Then, spoon into your measuring cup and scrape excess off with the back of a knife. Resist the urge to tap the cup on the counter or to shake it to level; both methods will pack the flour and you’ll end up with more flour than the recipe calls for. (Note: Flours have differing flavors, textures and weights, so don’t swap out in a pinch. Learn more.)

3. BEST BUTTERS

Use unsalted butter for baking so you can control the amount of salt in your finished product. Hungry for flakier pastries, higher cakes, chewier cookies and better flavor? Use European-style butter, which has a higher proportion of butterfat to water and starts with the best quality cream.

4. BAKE IN ADVANCE

As a time-saver, you can make pie crusts and cookies in advance, then freeze and bake straight from the freezer. We love slice and bake cookies for feeding holiday crowds. Baked, decorated cookies can also be frozen.

5. CRUSTS LIKE COLD

For flaky pie crust, ensure all of your ingredients are super cold to keep the butter and other fats from melting. Chill the bowl, freeze small pieces of butter, use ice water and a machine (not your warm hands) to blend ingredients and work in the coolest corner of your kitchen.

6. CAKES LIKES WARMTH

Cake, on the other hand, loves a little warmth. Make sure all of your ingredients are at room temperature before starting the process. Cold ingredients won’t trap and hold air bubbles efficiently, and air bubbles are what give cakes their grandiose height. Quick tip: Warm cold shell eggs in a bowl of hot tap water for 10 minutes.

7. CHOOSEY CHOCOLATIERS

The best chocolate contains only cocoa butter and no other fats. Read the label; if the chocolate contains vegetable oils, it isn’t the best quality chocolate you can buy.

8. KEEP THE OVEN DOOR CLOSED

Let the oven do its job and resist the temptation to frequently check on your baked goods while they’re baking. Opening the oven door lets heat out and changes the air pressure of the baking environment, which can be detrimental to the final product. If you must, spy using the oven light!

9. SPICE SECRETS

Dried spices lose their potency and freshness within six months to a year from the date they’re first opened, so the spices from last year’s cookie bake-a-thon may need to be replaced. Buy small quantities of less-used dried spices in the bulk section to prevent waste, and always date new bottles of your tried-and-true spice cabinet favorites.

10. DON’T FILL ‘ER UP!

Fill cake, muffin and bread tins only about two-thirds or three-quarters of the way up leaving enough room for the batter to expand and rise as it bakes.

For additional tips and recipes visit Whole Foods link below.

http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/holidays/tips/top-ten-baking-tips

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National Toasted Marshmallow Day!

Kitterman Woods — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 23:40:01 +0000

The National Toasted Marshmallow Day is celebrated on August 30. Toasted marshmallows are a popular backyard and camping tradition in English-speaking countries. To make a toasted marshmallow, one needs to place a marshmallow on the end of a skewer or stick and hold it carefully over the fire.Some people prefer their marshmallows gently toasted and some like a charred outer layer which is achieved by igniting marshmallows. Some people eat toasted marshmallows whole and some eat the outer layer and toast the rest of the marshmallow again.Toasted marshmallows are also often used for making s’mores.

A s’more is a campfire treat that consists of a slab of chocolate and a toasted marshmallow sandwiched between two graham crackers.

Here are today’s five thing to know about Marshmallow:

This confection is the modern version of a medicinal confection made from Althaea officinalis, the marshmallow plant.
Not all marshmallows are vegan, most marshmallows contain eggs or animal based gelatin.
The marshmallow is a confection that, in its modern form, typically consists of sugar, corn syrup, water, gelatin that has been softened in hot water, dextrose, vanilla flavorings, and sometimes coloring, whipped to a spongy consistency.
The marshmallow probably first came into being as a medicinal substance, since the mucilaginous extracts comes from the root of the marshmallow plant, Althaea officinalis, which were used as a remedy for sore throats.
Concoctions of other parts of the marshmallow plant had medical uses as well.

To celebrate the National Toasted Marshmallow Day, make a campfire and indulge yourself with this sweet treat.

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Red Nose Day

Kitterman Woods — Thu, 24 May 2018 19:57:54 +0000

If you’ve turned on NBC or driven past a Walgreens recently, you’ve probably heard of Red Nose Day. But do you know what it is? Red Nose Day launched in the U.S. in 2015 and has since raised $60 million.

What better way to raise money for children in some of the poorest communities in the world than to do it while having fun? That’s precisely the goal of Red Nose Day.

On May 24, 2018, Red Nose Day encourages us to don red noses, donate and get involved. By organizing fun, silly or downright hilarious fundraising events, you too can be a part of Red Nose Day.

Through the power of entertainment, Red Nose Day raises awareness and money to help the kids who need us most, both at home and around the world.

The money raised supports projects that ensure kids are safe, healthy, educated, and empowered. Red Nose Day funds programs in all 50 states and in some of the poorest communities in Latin America, Asia and Africa. By providing meals, lifesaving vaccines, clean water, access to education as well as, a safe place to learn, play and live.

To learn more or donate visit: https://rednoseday.org/

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Port St. Lucie Eggstravaganza 2018

Kitterman Woods — Fri, 30 Mar 2018 21:56:17 +0000

Looking for something for the whole family to enjoy?

Kitterman Woods would like to inform you of the Easter egg hunt taking place at Whispering Pines Park in Port St Lucie. Gather your Easter baskets and head on out for the Spring Eggstravaganza Saturday, March 31st, 2018. The egg hunt starts at 9 a.m. There will be candy and 18,000 eggs spread over four baseball fields, which will be designated for specific age groups, 3 years and under (parents may accompany), 4 to 5 year-olds, 6 to 7 year-olds, and 8 to 10 year-olds. The Easter Bunny will attend, so parents should make sure to bring a camera. Kids be sure to bring your own Easter basket to collect all of your goodies! We encourage those joining in the Eggstravanza to arrive early as the eggs go very quickly!

Whispering Pines Park
800 SW Darwin Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, FL 32953
772.878.2277

http://www.cityofpsl.com/home/PSL-calendar.html

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Kitterman Egg Hunt

Kitterman Woods — Sat, 24 Mar 2018 19:55:56 +0000

Thank you to all who attended the egg hunt. We hope you had FUN! Congrats to the winners of the chocolate bunnies!!!

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Reserve the Clubhouse!!!

Kitterman Woods — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 23:46:00 +0000

Did you know the Kitterman Woods clubhouse is available for rent?

You can reserve the clubhouse for a special event such as a baby shower or, birthday party. The clubhouse is also a great place to hold event to help your home based business such as Mary Kay, Amway or, Avon.

Anytime you would like to use this space please contact the leasing office at 772-461-0444.

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Festival Of Trees & Lights

Kitterman Woods — Fri, 17 Nov 2017 13:00:58 +0000

The Tykes & Teens Festival of Trees & Lights has become the premier holiday kickoff event in Martin County, attracting more than 2,000 visitors last year. This year’s event will be bigger and brighter, with more trees, more lights, and several exciting new additions, including a free Family Day event and a silent auction that will run all week. The 10th Anniversary Festival of Trees & Lights will kick off on Sunday, November 26th and run through Saturday, December 2nd at Flagler Place, 201 SW Flagler Avenue in downtown Stuart. More than 75 decorated trees, wreaths and centerpieces will be on display to inspire and delight visitors. The Festival is open to the public with no admission fee on Sunday, Nov. 26 from 12:30-5:00 p.m., Monday, Nov. 27-Friday, Dec, 1 from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., and Saturday, December 2nd from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Raffle tickets will be available for a chance to win your favorite tree or wreath, with select trees, wreaths, centerpieces and other items being offered for silent auction.

Ticketed events include Joy to the Girls! Ladies Night on Monday, Nov. 27, a VIP Cocktail Party and Live Auction on Tuesday, Nov. 28, and an Afternoon Champagne Tea and Tiny Tot Fashion Show on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Free special events include Family Day featuring music and dance performances plus treats and hot cocoa on Sunday, Nov. 26th from 12:30-5:00 p.m. and Breakfast and Photos with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 2nd from 8:30-10:30 a.m. All proceeds from the Festival of Trees & Lights will benefit Tykes & Teens, an award winning Martin County based non-profit that provided 31,000 counseling sessions and more than $600,000 in free mental health services to Treasure Coast children and families last year.

To purchase special event tickets, or to view the complete Festival of Trees & Lights schedule, please visit www.tykesandteens.org or call 772-220-3439.

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Pizza Party!

Kitterman Woods — Sat, 04 Nov 2017 13:19:56 +0000

Just a few miles down the road from Kitterman Woods, Marcos Pizza just opened a BRAND NEW location. Just for being YOU, you’ve been invited to a pizza party!

Marcos Pizza will be hosting a free pizza party Sunday November 5th from 1PM to 4PM. Come out and enjoy FREE PIZZA, Pepsi, and Games.

That’s not all!!! If you attend, you will be entered into a contest to WIN FREE PIZZA FOR A YEAR.

Location: 901 E Prima Vista Blvd, Port St Lucie FL 34952

When: Sunday November 5th, 2017.

Time: 1PM-4PM

Please stop by the office for more information.

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Princess Tea Party

Kitterman Woods — Wed, 03 May 2017 17:20:10 +0000

Kitterman Woods would like to inform princesses of all ages there is a tea party to attend. Meet enchanting princesses at this magical event for all ages. Featuring singing, dancing, princess meet and greet, dress up, pretend tea sets, and plenty of merriment.

Date: Event occurs the first Wednesday of every month.
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Location: Port St Lucie Parks & Recreation Community Center
Address: 2195 SE Airoso Blvd, Port Saint Lucie, Florida 34984
Price: $3.00 per child over 1 year old and $1.00 per adult
Category: Kids / Family
For more information call: 772-878-2277

http://www.allthingstreasurecoast.com/events

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Family Friendly New Year

Kitterman Woods — Wed, 28 Dec 2016 22:26:42 +0000

Kitterman Woods residents if you’re looking for a family friendly way to ring in the new year, we have the event for you!

Celebrate New Year’s early, with a live band, children’s bounce houses, petting zoo, and pony rides. There will be food vendors too. Finishing off the festivities with a fireworks display at 8:30 PM.

Where: Tradition Square – 10799 SW Civic Lane, Port Saint Lucie 34987

When: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Cost: Free admission

For more info: Visit the event page on Facebook or www.traditionfl.com

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