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INTEGRITY
National Cooperative Month
Celebrates The Cooperative
Difference
Board of Trustees
R.E. ADAMS
President • Union Springs
W
hy are cooperatives recog- get new businesses started and sup-
PARKER GRAY MOUNT nized nationally with their port their local communities.
Vice President • Mathews own month? It turns out
B.B. SPRATLING JR. there are many great reasons to cele- ✷ If you do not like what your coop-
Secretary/Treasurer • Roba
brate cooperatives, especially at this erative is doing, let us know.After all,
SARA BOYKIN point in time when it seems like there we are a local part of your community
Hardaway
is a new corporate scandal revealed and are here to serve you.
AARON ELLIS
Shorter every week.
I.D. McCLURKIN What are some of the top reasons ✷ Cooperatives are good employers
Cecil that people have to celebrate coopera- and the money employees earn and
ALBERT PERRY tives? Here are just a few: spend stays in the local community.
Union Springs
JAMES SIKES ✷ Cooperatives provide goods and ✷ Cooperatives have been playing a
Pine Level
services that may not otherwise be major role in improving the lives of
IRVIN WELLS
Pike Road available, or at least, available at a rea- Americans for many years.
sonable price. In our case, cooperatives
Locations provide electricity, but 48,000 coopera- A recent survey conducted by the
tives all over the nation provide hous- National Cooperative Business
MAIN OFFICE ing, childcare, healthcare, groceries, Association (NCBA) and the Consumer
402 EAST BLACKMON hardware, telecommunications and Federation of America (CFA) showed
POST OFFICE BOX 30 financial services. that these attributes are important to
UNION SPRINGS, AL 36089 most Americans. More specifically, the
PIKE ROAD OFFICE ✷ When you get services from a survey found that Americans believe
10613 TROY HIGHWAY cooperative, you are more than a cus- the business structure of cooperatives
PIKE ROAD, AL 36064 tomer—you are a member-owner in is more trustworthy than the structure
that business. of large, publicly traded companies.
ARROWHEAD OFFICE People feel that positive business
9100 ATLANTA HIGHWAY ✷ Cooperatives are accountable to attributes like trustworthiness, ethical
MONTGOMERY, AL 36117 you, the member-owners.This arrange- operations and customer service better
ment results in more competitive pric- describe cooperatives than large, pub-
ing, reliability and efficiency. licly traded corporations.
Office Hours
At Dixie Electric Cooperative, we are
8 A.M. - 5 P.M. ✷ Profits (margins) are returned to committed to our member-owners and
MONDAY-FRIDAY our member-owners or used to make we are proud to serve a portion of the
Telephone Numbers improvements to the electrical sys- more than 120 million people who are
tems. Either way the money stays in members of cooperatives in the United
MONTGOMERY the local economy. States.We are proud to be a coopera-
334.288.1163 tive – businesses people trust.❖
UNION SPRINGS ✷ Cooperative members have a say
334.738.2500 in the future of their cooperative
TOLL-FREE because they own the cooperative.
1.888.349.4332
TO REPORT A POWER ✷ Cooperatives are socially responsi-
OUTAGE, PLEASE USE OUR Gary Harrison is
TOLL-FREE NUMBER
ble organizations, dedicated to the well
general manager
www.dixieec.com being of your community.They provide
programs to area schools, sponsor and of Dixie Electric
TERRI FAULKNER - EDITOR participate in local charitable events, Cooperative.
4 Alabama Living October 2003
INNOVATION
You can now pay your bill online using a credit or debit card. In order to
access our online billing system, you must first register for a username and
password.
Visit us on the Web at www.dixieec.com and select the pay bill button on
the home page. Then read the instructions on the online billing page. If you
select the option to register, you will be taken to a registration form to com-
plete and submit to our office. Once your registration is processed, you will
receive a username and password via e-mail.
Save
Time
by If you already have your username and password, select the pay bill button
on the home page. Then select the access online billing system option on
the online billing page. You will be taken to a page containing information
about our online billing system. After reading about the system, simply
select the customer login button to reach the login screen to enter your user-
name and password.
Paying Our online billing system will also allow you to view a current or previous
bill on your account. This information can be useful in monitoring and
managing your usage patterns in your home or business.
If you have questions about the online billing system, e-mail us at
billing@dixieec.com or give us a call. We hope this innovative new system
Online
allows us to better serve you.
ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE
www.dixieec.com
Alabama Living October 2003 5
P101
COMMUNITY COMMITMENT
umpkin
carving
The Tricks and Treats of the Trade
By Terri Faulkner
Thousands of pumpkins will illumi- easier to carve and paint than small that these tools can be dangerous and
nate the doorstep of homes through- pumpkins. should not be used by children. Be
out our area come Halloween, some Do not carve your pumpkin too sure to take safety precautions when
with elaborate carvings, others with many days before you need it carving a pumpkin.
simple faces and all able to delight because carved pumpkins can shrivel
children as they eagerly await the and mold. If you wish to keep your Let the Carving Begin
time they can trick-or-treat. pumpkin for a long time, take mea-
For some pumpkin carving is not sures to preserve the pumpkin. Once you are ready to begin carv-
just a holiday tradition, it is an art To protect against dryness and ing, place the pumpkin on layers of
form.They search for the perfect mold, cover the carved pumpkin with newspaper and clean the outside of
pumpkin and plan a design that will plastic wrap and put the pumpkin the pumpkin with a wet rag to
leave neighbors and friends in awe. into the refrigerator when it is not on remove dirt and debris. Use a long,
Just how do these pumpkin artists do display.You can also use specialized thin bladed knife to cut out the top
it? We have researched and found spray-on treatments that fight mold of the pumpkin around the stem.The
some tricks of the trade to help you and help pumpkins last longer.To best opening is a five to six sided
surprise your family with your own reduce shriveling, coat the cut edges opening that is cut at an angle so the
fabulous jack-o’-lantern this of your carving with petroleum jelly. lid will not fall into the hole. If the
Halloween. You can revive a shriveled pumpkin bottom of the pumpkin is not flat
First, it is important to select your by soaking it in water for 1 to 8 enough to accommodate a votive
design before you choose your pump- hours.After removing it from the candle, some prefer to cut the bot-
kin.The shape of the pumpkin will water, let it drain for one-half hour tom of the pumpkin instead.
ultimately impact the look of your then dry it carefully. If your pumpkin After the lid is removed, begin
jack-o’-lantern. Some prefer to draw molds or turns soft, there is nothing removing the seeds and membrane
their own design, while others rely you can do. from the inside of the pumpkin with
on ready made templates.These tem- Be sure to have the tools of the your hand or a large spoon. Continue
plates can be found in party supply trade handy when you start carving using the spoon to scrape the inside
stores and online. Our Web site, your pumpkin.The experts recom- of the pumpkin. For basic designs,
www.dixieec.com, contains links to mend a scraper, poker, boning knife the wall of the pumpkin should be
several Web sites where free template and small hand saws.The more approximately one inch thick and for
downloads are available. adventuresome carvers also use drill more detailed designs, the wall
Once you have selected your bits and power tools. Some compa- should be approximately one-half
design, you are ready to head out to nies actually have pumpkin carving inch thick.The thickness will deter-
the pumpkin patch. Be sure to kits on the market that you can pur- mine the difficulty in cutting the
choose a pumpkin that is ripe and chase at most party supply stores. Ice design.
has no bruises, cuts or nicks.Also, cream scoops and large spoons can Draw your design on the pumpkin
check to see if the pumpkin has a flat be used as scrapers. Nails can be used or tape a template to it. If you use a
bottom and a smooth texture. as pokers to transfer the patterns template, you may need to use a copi-
Remember that large pumpkins are onto the pumpkin.Always remember er to enlarge or reduce it to fit your
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COMMUNITY COMMITMENT
pumpkin.Transfer the design using a
nail to make pinpoint marks 1/16 inch
to 1/8 inch apart along the design
lines.When the design is completely
transferred, take the pattern off the
Pumpkins, Pumpkins
pumpkin.
Using carving saws or a sharp, thin
blade knife, cut along the dots or the
lines of the design you have drawn. Be
Everywhere
sure to gently saw up and down and plenty of food to eat
through the wall of the pumpkin to
avoid breaking the saw or knife.
Experts recommend starting with the When planning your pumpkin carving activities, do
smaller sections first. If you enjoy
using power tools, consider using a not forget to try some pumpkin recipes as well.
drill for small holes in the design.
Drills can also be used to remove long Pumpkins are not only tasty; they are just plain good
thin sections in your design. for you. Most people do not realize pumpkins can
If you choose to use a votive candle
in the pumpkin, consider cutting a offer nutritious variety to a meal or dessert. They are
chimney area out of the back of the
pumpkin to allow heat and smoke to low in fat, low in calories and loaded with vitamins.
escape from the pumpkin once the lid
is in place. Flashlights and battery can- or blender about 2 minutes, scraping
dles can also be used to illuminate Pumpkin Cheesecake down sides 2 or 3 times, until thick
your pumpkin. and smooth.Add brown sugar,
Crust:
Paint on a Happy Face 1
⁄3 c reduced-calorie margarine, process until sugar dissolves.Add
eggs and egg whites then process
room temperature.
just until blended.Transfer to a large
Although carved pumpkins are more 2 c graham-cracker crumbs
bowl. Stir in pumpkin, cornstarch,
traditional, many people have started spice and vanilla until well blended
painting them for a more colorful Filling:
and smooth.
look. Painting causes less mess and 1 container (24 ounces)
will extend the life of the pumpkin as nonfat cottage cheese
Pour into crust. Bake 1 hour and
long as a lid is not cut and the pulp (3 cups)
20 minutes or until top of cake
and seeds are not scraped from its 12 oz light cream-cheese
looks set. Shut off oven. Cool com-
interior. If you have small children, you 11⁄4 c packed light-brown sugar
pletely on wire rack. Cover and
may wish to paint your pumpkin so 2 large egg whites
refrigerate in pan at least 6 hours or
they are able to participate in the pro- 2 large eggs
up to 4 days. Serves 8.
ject. 1 can (16 ounces) solid-
When painting, you will need art pack pumpkin
paints and brushes. Durable art paints 2 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoon pumpkin-pie
continued on page 8
are best suited for this type project
because they last longer than wash- spice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
able watercolors.
You can put a design on the pump-
Spicy
kin by drawing freehand or by trans- Lightly grease bottom and sides of
ferring the design from a template 9x3-inch spring form pan.
using the pushpin or poker method as
described earlier. Once the design is in Crust:
place, paint the design using the col- Mix margarine and cracker
ors you prefer. Fluorescent colors crumbs in a bowl until evenly moist-
work well to create a glowing night- ened. Press over bottom and 2 inch-
time effect. es up sides of prepared pan.
The most important thing to remem-
ber when decorating your pumpkin Filling:
for Halloween is to be creative and Heat oven to 325 degrees F.
have fun.As with any project, practice Process cottage cheese and cream
makes perfect. cheese product in a food processor
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Pumpkin Butter Pumpkin Seeds Chili, Pumpkin Style
⁄4 c1
dark brown sugar, packed Extract seeds from pumpkin. 2c fresh or canned pumpkin
2 tbsp. sugar Separate and discard pulp. 3 lbs. Lean ground beef
1
⁄4 c water Thoroughly wash seeds in warm 2 cans red kidney beans
1
⁄2 tsp. allspice water. Spread seeds out onto a cookie 2 medium onions, chopped
1
⁄4 tsp. ginger sheet. Sprinkle with salt. 3 cans (15 oz.) cut tomatoes
1
⁄4 tsp. cloves 2 tbsp. Chili powder
1
⁄4 tsp. nutmeg Put in oven and bake at 350
1
⁄4 tsp. red pepper (optional)
1
⁄2 tsp. cinnamon degrees for approximately 20 min- 2 tbsp. Sugar
11⁄2 c pumpkin (canned puree or utes. Check every five minutes and 1 tsp. salt
make your own) stir adding more salt to taste. Check 2 bay leaves
seeds to see if they are done by 1c mushrooms (optional)
Combine the two sugars, water, all- allowing several to cool and tasting. If
spice, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and cin- the insides are dry, they are done. Brown ground beef and drain off
namon in a 4-cup glass measure. Mix Allow to cool and serve. excess fat. Put ground beef into a
well on high 3 minutes; stir.Add large pot.Add each ingredient into
pumpkin and mix well on high 5 For flavor variation, try using the pot. Cook on low for 1 to 2
minutes. Let cool and refrigerate. cheesy popcorn, taco or Cajun sea- hours. Serve with crackers.
Keeps several weeks in refrigerator or soning.Want more ideas? Just think of
can be frozen. Use as you would all the popcorn seasoning varieties
apple butter.Yields 2 cups. and try them out on the pumpkin
seeds.
Here are some statistics on
Pumpkin Nut Bread Leftover seeds can be kept fresh in the nutritional value of
an airtight container or frozen for
1 c fresh or canned pumpkin extended periods. one cup of pumpkin
2 c sifted flour puree:
1 c sugar
2 eggs Pumpkin Pie Calories: 80
1
⁄2 c milk Carbohydrates: 19 grams
1
⁄4 c soft butter or margarine 11⁄2 c cooked, strained pumpkin
1 c chopped walnuts (or canned) Cholesterol: 0
2 tsp. baking powder 2
⁄3 c sugar Fat: less than 1 gram
1
⁄2 tsp. baking soda 1
⁄4 c brown sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon 11⁄2 c evaporated skim milk Potassium: 588 milligrams
1
⁄2 tsp. nutmeg 3
⁄4 tsp. cinnamon Protein: 2.4 grams
1 tsp. salt 1
⁄8 tsp. ground cloves
1
⁄4 tsp. ginger Vitamin A: 310% of RDA
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stir 1 tsp. grated orange peel Vitamin C: 20% of RDA
together the flour, baking powder,
1
⁄4 tsp. nutmeg Source: USDA
baking soda and spices.
1
⁄4 tsp. salt
1 unbaked pie shell
In a separate large bowl, combine 3 eggs
pumpkin, sugar, milk and eggs.Add Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Mix
dry ingredients and butter to pump- pumpkin, sugars, orange peel and
kin mixture until well blended. Mix spices in large bowl.Add evaporated
in chopped nuts. milk and eggs. Mix all ingredients
well. Pour pumpkin filling into pie
Pour into greased loaf pans (9x5x3). shell. Bake at 450 degrees for 15 min-
Bake in oven for 45 to 55 minutes. utes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and
Check with a toothpick. It is done bake for 45 minutes more.
when the toothpick comes out clean.
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