Better Alternatives to the Traditional Treats HOW TO HAVE A FUNHALLOWEEN
Halloween is a fun holiday for kids and adults alike. The comical and creepy costumes, the spooky stories and movies, and the promise of treats (and tricks) fill the streets with excitement. Here are few ways to help you have a fun and safe Halloween — and to keep the ghouls away! MAKE THE HOLIDAY ABOUT SPOOKY FUN AND GAMES. With so many candy bars floating around, it’s hard for anyone to avoid the sugar overload. If you’re giving out treats, instead of fueling the candy craze, try some fun alternatives. Mini Lego figurines, card sets, coloring tools, or crayons are all fun options that kids will get excited about. If you’re getting the family dressed up, consider finding a festival or event that has activities and games that take the focus away from candy and make it about games and pumpkin decorating instead. PRACTICE HALLOWEEN SAFETY. If you’re going out at night, bring a flashlight and make sure costumes aren’t dragging or so big that a little one is going to fall over. Walk on sidewalks and TAKE A BREAK
look both ways before crossing the street. Using reflective tape is a great way to make sure everyone is seen by cars and other pedestrians. No one should go trick-or-treating alone; always use the buddy system and stay in small groups. READY YOUR HOME. If you’re hosting a party or having friends over, keep candles and any flames out of reach of tiny hands or paws. Make sure pumpkins with candles are on a stable surface and away from door steps and walkways where they could get knocked over. Keep stairs and walking areas well-lit and keep obstacles out of the way. Although frightful surprises can be fun, falling or tripping is not. If you are preparing your home for Dia de Los Muertos, make sure candles are kept safely away from anything that can easily catch on fire and are on stable surfaces. Your loved ones who have passed will be glad you are safe.
Have a happy and safe Halloween and Dia de los Muertos!
SPICED PUMPKIN SEED CRUNCH
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup shelled pumpkin seeds
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1 large egg white
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1/4 cup shelled sunflower seeds
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1 teaspoon light agave syrup
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1/4 cup raw cashews, coarsely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon garam masala or curry powder
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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Nonstick vegetable oil spray
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 300 F. 2. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. 3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg white, agave, salt, and spices. Add nuts and seeds and toss until evenly coated. 4. Using a slotted spoon, strain spoonfuls of mixture over bowl and transfer to baking sheet. Discard excess egg white mixture. 5. Bake 20–25 minutes, tossing once. 6. Let cool and serve. 3 (770) 214-2500 Inspired by Bon Appétit magazine
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