Butternut Squash Soup Recipe:

Here at Woodchuck's Fine Furniture and Decor Jacksonville we are getting ready for fall. It's a time to enjoy time with friends and family...and eat! Stop by and see our selection of fall decor.

With just a hint of curry, this gorgeous soup smells almost as wonderful as it tastes. I like to make it in large batches and freeze it for a quick supper all winter long. Add a crusty loaf of bread and a salad and you've got a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredient Tips
Look for packaged peeled and cubed squash in the refrigerated section of your grocery store.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter


• 1 cup diced onion
• 12 1/2 pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 6 cups quality chicken stock or broth
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1-2 teaspoon curry powder, to taste
• crème fraiche or heavy cream

Directions

• Heat a large stock pot over medium low heat. Add onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft, about 8 minutes.
• Add squash and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until squash is tender.
• Puree with a stick immersion blender or in your regular blender, in batches, carefully venting the lid. Return to pot. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper, if necessary.
• Stir in curry powder. Simmer for 5 minutes more, or until flavors are incorporated.
• Ladle into bowls and serve with a dollop of crème fraiche or a drizzle of heavy cream.

Furniture Today, September 16, 2011

Heath E Combs -- Furniture Today, September 16, 2011

HIGH POINT - When it comes to the curio cabinet, size - and shape - do matter.
Whether that means a size suitable for fitting into corners or a large piece that can hold a plethora of items, customers are looking for something that's either going to get a lot of attention or showcase items in a subtle way.

WHAT'S HOT: Pulaski No. 20544 golden oak curio cabinet FEATURES: Built of hardwood solids and veneers, the style features a golden oak finish and stepped moldings, two-way, felt-lined sliding door with lock, mirrored back, halogen lighting, adjustable glass shelves and adjustable glides for leveling. PRICE: $1,365 WHY IT'S SELLING: Katie Douglas, sales manager for online retailer The Home Gallery of Richmond, Va., said oak display cabinets can be hard to find. Customers also like this unit's spaciousness and capacity to fit many items. "I think it's probably one of the better ones because there's not a whole lot of oak out there right now. Most things are in the cherry finishes, and it's in a good size," she said. The item has been in Pulaski's line for about four years.
	WHAT'S HOT: Howard Miller Townsend 680-235 Village collectors cabinet FEATURES: The cabinet features acanthus leaf molding that accents the pediment along with reeded columns at the sides, thick adjustable shelves, an adjustable power receptacle cord that runs down an interior corner for lighted collectibles at every shelf level, and a sliding glass door. PRICE: $1,299 WHY IT'S SELLING: Doug Correia, owner of Woodchucks Furniture and Clocks, Jacksonville, Fla., said that while he believes the Townsend was developed originally for Department 56 miniature Christmas villages, it has proven a solid seller. Woodchucks has carried the cabinet for about a decade and both the cherry and oak versions sell well, Correia said. The item is distinctive for its larger than typical size and its sliding door, he added. "It's taller than average at 80 inches, it's wider than average and it also is deep and has a power source inside.... It just has a nice display size," he said. "It's something that's done well and continues to do well."
WHAT'S HOT: Chintaly 6633 curio cabinet FEATURES: The cabinet features a floating shelf design, white gloss finish and aluminum and steel construction. Also features a door lock, mirrored interior and tempered glass shelves. PRICE: $499 WHY IT'S SELLING: Marlon Davila, junior buyer for Miami Gardens, Fla.-based El Dorado Furniture, said customers are leaning toward more modern looks and glass and metal, and Chintaly Imports' line of curios suits that preference. Davila said traditionally styled curios did better in years past, but consumer preferences are changing. "I think they're doing well because primarily now, the modern furniture is selling a lot more than traditional. Maybe the popularity of modern is primarily what is the basic push behind Chintaly," she said.
	WHAT'S HOT: Wildon Home Kennedy mahogany lighted corner curio cabinet FEATURES: The cabinet has lighting and mirrors to enhance display and is made of solid birch and MDF with birch veneer. It also has a mahogany finish and tempered glass shelves and side panels. PRICE: $339 WHY IT'S SELLING: Joshua D. MacArthur, senior category manager for accent furniture and decor at Boston-based online retailer Wayfair, said the Wildon piece is attractive because it can easily fit into room corners and not overwhelm space. Wayfair has carried the Wildon Home curio, sold under the retailer's trademarked house brand, for about 18 months. "This piece is elegant and has a very similar look to curios that are double or even triple the price. We are also seeing a trend towards furniture for smaller spaces," MacArthur said.

Woodchuck's Fine Furniture Football Fans!

Game Day!!

Do we have any football fans out there? Who ever you cheer for...Gators, Jags, or Noles.

Here at Woodchucks Fine Furniture and Decor Jacksonville we want to

insure your game day is comfortable. What a better way to do that than with an awesome piece of furniture. Such as this Brandington-Young sectional. Able to withstand every game and seat several cheering fans.

Stop by and see our wide variety of sofas, sectionals, and entertainment units. Or check us out online at: www.woodchucksfurnitureandclocks.com

Uf Football team entrance 2011

Swirled Pumpkin Cheesecake Squares

Swirled Pumpkin Cheesecake Squares

From cookbook bought @ William Sonoma By

Kathleen Desmond Stang

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line the bottom and sides of a 9x9x2 inch square pan with foil. Grease the foil on the bottom and 1 inch up the side of the pan.

To make the crust: Process the Gingersnaps in a Food Processor or blender until finely chopped. You should have 1 cup of crumbs. Combine the Gingersnap crumbs, granulated sugar (Or Truvia Or Splenda), and butter in a small bowl. Pat into an even layer in the bottom of the pan. Bake for 7 Minutes. Cool on a rack.

To make the filling: Beat the cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar (Or Truvia Or Splenda) and flour in the large bowl with an electric mixer. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until smooth. Scoop ¾ cup of the cream cheese mixture into a medium bowl and stir in the pumpkin puree’ and brown sugar.
Spoon the plain cream cheese mixture evenly over the crumb
layer in the pan.

Dollop the pumpkin mixture on top and swirl with a fork to make a decorative design. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until firm in the middle when gently shaken.

Cool in pan for 1 hr. Chill thoroughly , preferably over night in fridge.

To serve, lift cheese cake and foil from the pan. Cut into small squares or bite size pieces and remove the the foil to a serving plate.

Ingredients:

Gingersnap Crust

About 20 gingersnaps, broken into pieces.

1/4 cup granulated sugar (OR Truiva or Splenda) Not Splenda Blend

(I used Truvia 10 small packs)

3 Tablespoons melted butter

Cheesecake Filling

11 ounces (8 and 3-ounce) low-fat cream cheese.( I used regular cream cheese) at room temperature.

1/3 cup low-fat sour cream (I used regular sour cream)

1/3 cup granulated sugar (Or Truvia or Splenda) I used 16 to 18 small packs of Truvia

1 Tablespoon all-purpose Flour

1 large Egg

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup pumpkin or winter squash puree’

1 Tablespoon Packed Brown Sugar(I used Splenda Brown Sugar Blend)

-Enjoy

Fall Decor

Fall is almost here....

Thank goodness! It has been a long, hot summer. As cooler weather approaches we will be spending more time indoors. And, more time with friends and family. What a perfect time to make your home feel warm and inviting. We have a large selection of Yankee Candles ready to fill your home with the sent of fall. As well as a large selection of fall decor. If your feeling crafty...I found this great idea at michaels.com.

Step: 1

Note: For each step, once placement of florals has been determined, glue in place as needed.

Step: 2

Cut top out of pumpkin as shown with Creative Versa-Tool™.

Step: 3

Cut a long square piece of floral foam to fit inside pumpkin and extending out as shown. Cut apart ferns and flowers and insert into foam all around.

Step: 4

Cut apart grass and greenery sprays and insert into arrangement as shown.

Step: 5

Cut apart leave sprays and insert into arrangement as shown.

Use photo as a guide and follow

Flexsteel | Woodchuck's Fine Furniture & Decor Jacksonville, Florida

going on NOW...

If you have never owned a piece of Flexsteel furniture now is the perfect time. They offer exceptional quality and attention to detail. Here at Woodchuck's Fine Furniture and Decor we sell quality products we can stand behind. We're located on San Jose just before the Julington Creek bridge in Jacksonville, Florida.... We look forward to seeing you soon!

1. FRAME Precision engineering of moisture resistant cross-grain laminated wood let us create frames so strong you can count on them for a lifetime – we guarantee it. 2. JOINTS Dado-cut overlapping joints reinforced with additional hardwood blocks. All base rail joints are further reinforced with corner blocks that are glued and screwed into place. 3. SEAT SPRING Our exclusive, lifetime-guaranteed blue steel seat spring delivers unmatched comfort and durability. And, unlike eight-way hand-tied springs, it never needs retying or replacing to keep you from getting that sinking feeling a few years from now.

4. ARMS
Sofa in and out arms lined and padded for ultra comfort.

5. HIGH RESILIENT PLUSH CUSHION
The Plush Cushion features 2.5 lb. high resiliency polyurethane foam topped with 1.2 lb. density polyurethane foam and a 1 oz. fiber wrap – all in a white fabric wrap. This cushion has a Lifetime guarantee.