Veggies and fruit in one of my favorite combinations.
Classic Waldorf Salad
Created at New York's Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in 1896 by the maître d'hôtel, Oscar Tschirky.
1 cup apples chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup raisins (optional)
1/4 cup walnuts (optional)
Sprinkle chopped apples with lemon juice.
Add all other ingredients.
Toss to coat all pieces with mayonnaise.
Serves 4 as a side.
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Ready, Set, Cook! #29
I thought I would post the rules of play in full today for those who haven't yet played.
Every Tuesday (almost!) we play Ready, Set, Cook! based on the TV show that once aired on The Food Network.
We play our own non-competitive version (at the moment!) and here are the basic rules:
1) Three ingredients are given and each player must come up with a recipe that uses all three ingredients without "losing" any of them in the dish(es). In other words, while they must not be prominent they must be noticeable.
2) Your "virtual" pantry is fully stocked with whatever you wish. This is not a REAL game, although I have some players that like to purchase the ingredients and actually come up with a recipe, I don't expect anyone to do that. Basically this is a "virtual" game only. The ingredients will not have amounts listed to allow for greater creativity on the player's part.
3) Once you have decided what you would create with the ingredients please put ONLY the idea or name of your recipe in the comments section and email the ACTUAL recipe or detailed instructions to me, with Ready, Set, Cook in the subject line to:
irishones7 (at) juno (dot) com.
PLEASE don't put the recipe in the comments section! Everyone can read it there and then there is no reason for me to post it, but PLEASE DO put the name of your recipe there so others know that the game is on. All recipes and usernames or blog addresses are posted on Thursday.
On to ingredients!
Today's 3 are:
3-4 lb whole chicken
1 can condensed tomato soup
1 16 oz. bag frozen corn
Get to thinking and have fun!
Monday, February 26, 2007
Product Review: Nestlé Chocolatier Premium Baking Chocolate
This smile brought to you by Nestlé Chocolatier via Lauren Kozak at m80. That cookie is a Jumbo Chocolate Chunk Cookie that was made with one of the complimentary bags of Nestlé Chocolatier that was provided by the folks at m80.
I picked up three bags of Nestlé Chocolatier;
53% Cacao Dark Chocolate Morsels
53% Cacao Dark Chocolate Chunks
62% Cacao Bittersweet Chocolate Morsels
Each bag was 10 oz., a little less than I am used to seeing in a bag, but not so much that it made any difference in recipes. The morsels are larger than standard chocolate chips, but I liked that. Each bag (or bar) includes a recipe on the back, and not all of the recipes are the same. I liked the variety there.
I decided on three different recipes-two of Nestlé's and one of mine, to be sure the results were true. I made the Jumbo Chocolate Chunk Cookies and Dark Chocolate Truffles that were on the back of the bags, and my own Chocolate Mousse Torte-modified slightly to match the amount of morsels in the bag. The chocolate was easy to work with, melted smoothly and tasted great right out of the bag.
All three were fabulous, decadent, rich ... SINFUL. The flavor of the chocolate was very full without being bitter or overwhelming. This is just good stuff.
Before you rush out and buy some for yourself (I know you will) take a look at the Media Player from m80 and Nestlé. This is a really nifty little tool filled with photos, recipes and even videos!
Thanks so much, Lauren, m80 and Nestlé for including our family in this-the kids love you for it.
A Food Desert
Do you live in a Food Desert? What is it? Wikipedia has a brand new definition for a newly coined term. Take a look at Present Tensed. I've already commented there about how I feel, but I will reiterate (since I can't help myself when it comes to a good rant).
I currently live in a something similar. Now, it's arguable that the mini-mart down the street carries food and thus can be considered a "food store". Well, sure. A food store for those with immense wealth and limited palates. The next closest supermarket is on the other side of town. We do have access to many food stores, but we are also slowly being overtaken by fast-food joints.
The problem with living in a food desert is not a problem for me (as long as I have transportation), but it IS a problem for the seniors living down the street. There are two high rises just blocks from me that are reserved for low-income senior citizens. Since the one grocery that was available to them was closed more than 10 years ago, they have had to take a bus or be otherwise transported to grocery shop. Likewise, the one drugstore that they had access to was closed several years ago. Both of those stores were within walking distance (2 blocks or less!) for them and now the closest grocery is more than a mile away. I doubt any of them living there are up for a hike that distance, especially since the load would be increased on the way home.
Yes, my city has fallen to the "big guy" like many across America. Mom-and-pop stores are but a memory in many cities and towns. The thing is, it doesn't just hurt mom and pop; it hurts anyone who needs to eat and doesn't have the means to get themselves to market.
Are you living in a food desert?
I currently live in a something similar. Now, it's arguable that the mini-mart down the street carries food and thus can be considered a "food store". Well, sure. A food store for those with immense wealth and limited palates. The next closest supermarket is on the other side of town. We do have access to many food stores, but we are also slowly being overtaken by fast-food joints.
The problem with living in a food desert is not a problem for me (as long as I have transportation), but it IS a problem for the seniors living down the street. There are two high rises just blocks from me that are reserved for low-income senior citizens. Since the one grocery that was available to them was closed more than 10 years ago, they have had to take a bus or be otherwise transported to grocery shop. Likewise, the one drugstore that they had access to was closed several years ago. Both of those stores were within walking distance (2 blocks or less!) for them and now the closest grocery is more than a mile away. I doubt any of them living there are up for a hike that distance, especially since the load would be increased on the way home.
Yes, my city has fallen to the "big guy" like many across America. Mom-and-pop stores are but a memory in many cities and towns. The thing is, it doesn't just hurt mom and pop; it hurts anyone who needs to eat and doesn't have the means to get themselves to market.
Are you living in a food desert?
Friday, February 23, 2007
Almost Meatless Dinner
Dinner last night for us could very well be dinner tonight for anyone who observes Lent and meatless Fridays. Let me say beforehand, it was good.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Layered Salad
Steamed Broccoli
Garlic and Herb French Bread
Assorted Olives
Cheesecake
I'm not posting exact recipes here since most of it is so easy to do. I make my Alfredo in the minimalist way; fettuccine tossed with whole butter and grated Parmesan. The fettuccine was already garlic flavored, so I left that out this time.
The layered salad was packed out with veggies; Romaine lettuce, shredded carrot, broccoli florets, red and yellow peppers, celery, halved grape tomatoes, shredded cheddar and turkey bacon topped with Ranch dressing.
The steamed broccoli stands alone quite well as do the assorted olives. The bread was my own laced with garlic and basil and the cheesecake was a standard quick version in a graham crust.
Leave out the bacon and you're set for a meatless meal!
Fettuccine Alfredo
Layered Salad
Steamed Broccoli
Garlic and Herb French Bread
Assorted Olives
Cheesecake
I'm not posting exact recipes here since most of it is so easy to do. I make my Alfredo in the minimalist way; fettuccine tossed with whole butter and grated Parmesan. The fettuccine was already garlic flavored, so I left that out this time.
The layered salad was packed out with veggies; Romaine lettuce, shredded carrot, broccoli florets, red and yellow peppers, celery, halved grape tomatoes, shredded cheddar and turkey bacon topped with Ranch dressing.
The steamed broccoli stands alone quite well as do the assorted olives. The bread was my own laced with garlic and basil and the cheesecake was a standard quick version in a graham crust.
Leave out the bacon and you're set for a meatless meal!
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