RECIPE FOR CHRISTMAS JOY

1/2 cup hugs
4 tsp kisses
4 cups love
1 cup special holiday cheer
1/2 cup Peace on Earth
3 tsp Christmas Spirits
2 cups Goodwill Toward Man
1 sprig of mistletoe
1 medium-size bag of Christmas snowflakes (the regular kind won't do!)
Mix hugs, kisses, smiles and love until consistent. Blend in holiday cheer, peace on earth, Christmas spirits and good will toward men. Use the mixture to fill a large warm heart, where it can be stored for a lifetime. (never goes bad!) Serve as desired under mistletoe, sprinkled liberally with special with Christmas snowflakes. It is especially good when accompanied by Christmas Carols and family get-togethers. Serve to one and all.

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GUILT-FREE ALFREDO
Prep Time: 10 min.
Cooking Time: 15 min.
Ingredients:
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) Swanson Chicken Broth (1 3/4 cups)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 cloves garic, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup plain yogurt
6 cups hot cooked linguine (about 12 ounces dry) cooked without salt
6 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Directions:
In medium saucepan gradually mix broth into flour, garlc and pepper until smooth. Over medium heat, cook until mixture boils and thickens stirring constantly.
Remove from heat. Stir in yogurt. Toss with pasta and 4 tablespoons Parmesan. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Serves 6
Per Serving: 178 calories, Fat 3g, Sat Fat 1g, Chol 5 mg.

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