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Monday, December 07 2015 / Published in Weekly Feature

Equestrian Edibles: Recipes from Simple Pleasures by Cornelia Guest

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas — the most festive, family and food-focused holiday of the year! Time to pull out the carefully wrapped decorations and dust off the twinkling lights, find the fattest fir tree and put it up in its place of honor. December is all about celebrating with family and friends and the one time each year when you can totally transform your home — and, of course, your stable — into a magical winter wonderland.

The holiday is not about finding the most expensive gift or hosting the most over-the-top fete.  No need for added stress to an already chock-filled month. My advice is to always remember the reason that we’re celebrating this season and keep it simple, classic and, most importantly, have fun!

Décor is easy; try filling horse show trophies with colorful ornaments, string pine cones and popcorn, pour salt into glass vases and add dried branches into the “snow,” and fill bowls with sweet-smelling potpourri.

Of course, there’s nothing more enticing than Christmas cookies; they are perfect to eat and make a great gift, too. Let’s face it: nothing’s better after a cold day at the barn than a warm and tasty, fresh-out-of-the-oven holiday cookie! Even Santa agrees…

food1.CG Christmas CookiesFrosted Traditional OR Vegan Christmas Cookies

(*vegan substitute ingredients for recipe)
Ingredients
COOKIES:

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter (*vegan Earth Balance), softened
  • 1/2 cup organic cane sugar + more for topping
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups unbleached all purpose organic flour + more for rolling into shapes
  • 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1–2 tsp milk (*non-dairy almond milk)
    FROSTING:
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter (*vegan Earth Balance), softened
  • 2 1/2 – 3 cups powdered sugar
  • Splash of milk (*non-dairy almond milk)

Instructions

  1. Add softened butter to a large mixing bowl and cream with a mixer.
  2. Add sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, pumpkin puree, and beat for 1 minute.
  3. Set your sifter over something that will catch fallout and add dry ingredients (flour, cornstarch, salt, baking soda and baking powder). Use a spoon to briefly stir, then sift over butter and sugar mixture.
  4. Mix until incorporated, being careful not to over-mix. Add *milk and mix until a soft dough is formed. Switch to a wooden spoon if it gets too thick. If it appears too wet, mix in a bit more flour.
  5. Cover and freeze dough for 15 minutes, or refrigerate for 30–45 minutes (up to overnight).
  6. Five minutes before baking, preheat oven to 350 degrees F and position a rack in the center of the oven.
  7. Scoop out heaping 1 tbsp amounts of chilled dough and roll into balls. Alternatively, roll out between two pieces of wax paper, lightly flouring the bottom layer, remove top layer, and cut out shapes.
  8. Arrange cookies on a clean baking sheet 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. If you’ve rolled the dough into balls, dip a glass into cane sugar and gently smash down into a disc to help them cook more evenly.
  9. Bake on the center rack for 10–12 minutes for (8–10 for cutout shapes), or very slightly golden brown.
  10. Remove from oven and let rest on pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely. Prepare frosting in the meantime.
    1. Add powdered sugar 1/2 cup at a time and continue mixing until thick and creamy. Drizzle in a little *milk to thin. Frosting should be thick to hold its shape once on the cookies, so only add a little *milk and add more powdered sugar if it gets too thin.
    2. Add food color of choice.
  11. FOR FROSTING: Wipe/rinse your mixing bowl clean and add softened *butter. Beat until light and fluffy. Then add vanilla (optional) and mix once more.

Once cooled, frost cookies and top with sprinkles.

 

food2.Chocolate Mousse BallsChocolate Mousse Balls

SERVES 4
TOTAL TIME: UNDER 15 MINUTES

When I need a chocolate fix, this is what I make. It’s quick and satisfies that craving.

  •  5 ounces vegan chocolate
  • 5 pitted dates
  • 1 tsp agave or maple syrup or more if you really like sweets
  • ¼ cup shredded coconut
  • 1 tbsp cacao powder
  1. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler.
  2. Put chocolate, dates and sweetener in a food processer and blend.
  3. Use a melon scoop to take out some of the mixture and shape it into a ball with your hands.
  4. Roll the ball in coconut or cacao, and repeat with the rest of the mixture.

About the writer: Cornelia Guest, the author of the cookbook and entertaining guide Simple Pleasures, has been passionate about animals and an accomplished equestrian since she was a child. In 2009, she launched her compassionate catering company Cornelia Guest Events and Cornelia Guest Cookies, which helps raise funds for the rescues at The Humane Society of New York. She also is the designer behind her cruelty-free line and faux leather motor-inspired jackets. Recipes from Cornelia Guest’s cookbook are available at amazon.com and www.corneliaguest.com. Follow Cornelia on Twitter and Instagram @corneliaguest.

 

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The purpose of this month’s column is to help the young equestrians of our sport develop and maintain healthy friendships within the industry. Cultivating healthy relationships with other members within the industry is not as easy as one may think. As a young equestrian, it may be difficult navigating friendships at the barn and at horse shows. Typically, kids have friendships within the barn they ride at but also friendships with others from different barns in their area. 

Initially, it may seem as though making other friends in the sport would be easy and ideal; after all, there is the common interest of horses. However, because of the natural therapeutic benefits of horses, the sport has a history of attracting all types of people, with a wide range of personalities. This can be both an advantage and a drawback. We are now in an era that acknowledges the growing need to discuss and manage one’s mental health. 

One thing I have learned is that we are likely to notice mental health challenges at an age younger than most people may think. Some of the friendship dynamics I have observed over the years have caused me to pause and really think about the future of our sport. Without looking for a source to blame for the cause of this, i.e. social media, parents, school, teachers, etc., I think if all adults involved worked to encourage, affirm, love, and respect our youth, the likelihood of them developing authentic friendships with their peers may increase.

Both humans and horses were designed to have connected relationships. These relationships allow a greater sense of security when one experiences challenges in life. Cultivating the quality and authenticity of these relationships requires intentional work. 

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Jessica feels lucky 🍀 to have two amazing parents who have supported her in all of her endeavors and instilled the importance of work ethic, morals, dedication, and sacrifice. 

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Like many equestrians, eventer Devon Tresan is no Like many equestrians, eventer Devon Tresan is no stranger to balancing a busy schedule. From serving as president of the Pony Club South Region Youth Board to working on her online high school courses and modeling gigs, Devon has nearly every minute of her time planned out. And with her horses right in her backyard in Ball Ground, Georgia, she wouldn’t have it any other way.

Devon’s fast-paced lifestyle stems from growing up around her parents’ animal casting business, Animal Casting Atlanta, where they train and provide animals for projects in the film industry. Devon’s parents, Carol and Greg, took her on her first film job at just two weeks old; both parents pushed Devon toward acting when she was younger. While Devon didn’t want to be an actor herself, she did follow in their footsteps with her love of animals, especially horses. 

“My parents’ company has provided animals for ‘The Hunger Games,’ ‘Black Panther,’ ‘Suicide Squad,’ a majority of the Marvel TV shows, ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ and so many more,” Devon said.

Devon started her equestrian journey when she was 9 years old. Initially, the Tresans bought a flashy gray Welsh pony, I Am Superman, for Devon to take in the hunter ring. However, Superman lived up to his name and proved to be too speedy for the job. 

“He was super cute and just a great little ride,” Devon said, “but he was still a pony! He made me work hard for everything we accomplished together. I was lucky enough to ride with a trainer who did both hunters and eventing, so we were able to switch disciplines pretty easily. Those eventing lessons together kickstarted my love for the sport.”

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