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Former pilots and officials call for new U.S. UFO probe
2007-11-13 08:51:00
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Democratic U.S. presidential hopeful Dennis Kucinich may have been ridiculed for saying he had seen a UFO, but for some former military pilots and other observers, unidentified flying objects are no laughing matter.An international panel of two dozen former pilots and government officials called on the U.S. government on Monday to reopen its generation-old UFO investigation as a matter of safety and security given continuing reports about flying discs, glowing spheres and other strange sightings."Especially after the attacks of 9/11, it is no longer satisfactory to ignore radar returns ... which cannot be associated with performances of existing aircraft and helicopters," they said in a statement released at a news conference.The panelists from seven countries, including former senior military officers, said they had each seen a UFO or conducted an official investigation into UFO phenomena.The subject of UFOs grabbed the spotlight in the U.S. presidential race...
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The Hartz Mountain Corporation Recalls Vitamin Care for Cats Because of Pos
2007-11-13 07:27:00
Contact:Ms. Denise Lenci(516)241-6021The Hartz Mountain Corporation is voluntarily recalling one specific lot of Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats due to concerns that one or more bottles within the lot may have been potentially contaminated with Salmonella. Hartz is fully cooperating with the US Food and Drug Administration in this voluntary recall.Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems, all of whom are at particular risk from exposure and should avoid handling these products.Salmonella symptoms may include fever, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea in both cats and humans. Anyone experiencing the symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek immediate medical attention. Owners of cats exhibiting these symptoms should also seek veterinary assistance.The product involved is 3600 bottles of Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats, lot code SZ- 1637 1, UPC number 32700-97701, which was manufactured...

Key Lime Daiquiri
2007-11-13 07:26:00
1/2 oz Key Lime Juice 1 tsp Sugar 1 oz Rum, light Cracked ice Combine all ingredients and shake with cracked ice until blended. Strain into cocktail glass. May also be blended with ice to create a Frozen Daiquiri.
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Turkey Casserole
2007-11-13 07:25:00
Serves 44 c Turk ey Meat2 c Swiss Cheese; Grated2 c Croutons2 c Celery; Sliced1 c Mayonnaise1/2 c Milk1/2 c Onion; Chopped1/2 c Bell Peppers; Chopped1 ts SaltPreheat oven to 350. Prepare a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside. In a mixing bowl, combine turkey, cheese, croutons, celery, mayonnaise, milk, onions, bell peppers, and salt. Spoon into prepared pan. Bake for 40 minutes or until heated through.
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Grilled Turkey
2007-11-13 07:24:00
Serves 8-1012 lb Hen turkey1/3 c Lemon juiceSalt and pepperWash the turkey inside and out and pat dry. Rub the entire surface as well as the cavity with lemon juice and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the turkey breast side up on the grill of a barbecue over medium hot coals, cover with a kettle lid, and barbecue until a meat thermometer registers 170 degrees F, about 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Transfer to a board. Let the turkey rest for 15 to 20 minutes before carving.
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Turkey with Sausage Dressing
2007-11-13 07:24:00
Serves 8-1013 lb Turk ey 8 c Stale bread crumbsOnion; finely chopped1/2 ts Lemon rind; grated1 ts Thyme1/2 ts Sage1/4 c Orange juice1 lb Sausage 2 c Celery; diced2 ts Orange rind; gratedSalt & Pepper1/2 ts Majoram1/4 c Parsley; chopped1/2 c ButterWash & dry turkey & season inside with salt. Cook sausage in skillet until brown. Mix sausage with bread cubes & celery. Saute onion & add to mixture with other above ingredients. Stir in 1/4 cup of sausage fat & stuff into turkey. Close with pins. Roast at 325 degrees about 4 1/2 hours or until tender.
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Mexican Turkey Soup
2007-11-13 07:20:00
Serves 41/3 c Chopped onion1 cn Mexican -style stewed tomatoes; (or regular stewed or diced tomatoes and 1/4 cp salsa)1 cn Black beans; rinsed and drained1 cn chicken broth1 c Frozen corn kernels2 c Turk ey meat; chopped,Cumin to taste; about 1/4 tspChili powder to taste; about 1/4 tspIn a stock or soup pot, saute onion and spices in about 2 tbs of the chicken broth until onion is tender crisp. Add beans, tomatoes, rest of chicken broth and turkey. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to a simmer. Add corn, and simmer at least 5 minutes. Serve with toasted tortilla strips.
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Asian Grilled Turkey Wings and Drumsticks
2007-11-13 07:18:00
Serves 4-84 small turkey drumsticks4 turkey wings discard tips1/4 cup Hoisin sauce2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon water1 tablespoon honey2 teaspoons fresh ginger root -- grated2 cloves garlic mincedParboil wings and drumsticks for 30-40 minutes. Meat should be fully cooked at this point. Check center of drum for doneness. Remove from pot and cool in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, combine all sauce ingredients. Brush onto wings and drums coating both sides of each piece. Marinate in refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight if desired. Grill on oiled grill on medium-low for 25-30 minutes, turning often.
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Turkey Salad
2007-11-13 07:18:00
Serves 42 c Diced turkey1 small iceberg lettuce, roughly chopped10 cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 c Sliced celery1/4 c Green onion1/4 c Salted almonds1/4 c Pecan pieces1/2 c Green grapes1 ts Dill weed2 ts Lemon juice2 ts Dijon mustardSalt and black pepper1/4 c Mayonnaise1/2 c Plain yogurtCombine chicken, celery, onion, almonds, pecans & grapes. Mix together dill weed, lemon juice, mustard, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes and yogurt. Fold dressing into chicken mixture.
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Baked Turkey Wings
2007-11-13 07:16:00
Serves 44 Turk ey wings, about 5 lbs3/4 c All purpose flour1/2 ts Salt1 ts Cayenne pepperVegetable Oil6 tb Butter, melted2 tb Distilled white vinegar2 tb Hot red pepper sauceCut off wing tips; reserve for other use. Cut wing into 2 pieces at joint. Combine flour, salt and cayenne pepper on a plate. Dust wings in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Heat 1-1/2 inches of oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add wings in single layer and fry, turning once, until browned, 10 minutes; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining wings. Combine butter, vinegar, and hot pepper sauce. Place wings in a large baking pan; drizzle on sauce over wings. Bake in 375 oven, 1 hour, basting 4 or 5 times, turning once, until wings are browned.
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Despite Re-Circulating E-mail, It is Still Not Necessary to Register Cell P
2007-10-22 05:03:00
The Truth about Cell Phones and the Do Not Call RegistryAs the number of phone numbers on the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry surpassed 139 million, the Federal Trade Commission today reiterated that despite the claims made in e-mails circulating on the Internet, consumers should not be concerned that their cell phone numbers will be released to telemarketers at any time in the near future. In addition, according to the agency, it is not necessary to register cell phone numbers on the DNC Registry to be protected from most telemarketing calls to cell phones.The truth about cell phones and the DNC Registry is: * Contrary to the e-mail, cell phone numbers are NOT being released to telemarketers, and you will NOT soon be getting telemarketing calls on your cell phone. * There is NO deadline by which you must register your cell phone number on the Registry. * Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations prohibit telemarketers from using automated dialers to call cell...
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EVERYONE CALL THIS ASAP!!!!!!!!!!888-382-1222
2007-10-17 23:13:00
Cell phone numbers going public today!REMINDER....all cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies tomorrow and you will start to receive sale calls......YOU WILL BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLSTo prevent this, call the following number from your cell phone: 888-382-1222.It is the National DO NOT CALL list. It will only take a minute of your timeIt blocks your number for five (5) years. You must call from the cell phone number you want to have blocked. You cannot call from a different phone number.HELP OTHERS BY PASSING THIS ON TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS
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Kee Kee & I Are Sick
2007-10-16 13:59:00
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Quick Banana Pudding
2007-10-15 13:58:00
1 large box Jello vanilla instant pudding mix1 cup milk1 can sweetened condensed milk1 box or bag vanilla wafers7 large bananas1 12-ounce carton Cool WhipIn a large mixing bowl, empty box of pudding mix. Add milk and sweetened condensed milk. Beat until thickened. Fold in container of Cool Whip. In a large serving dish, layer bottom with vanilla wafers. Next, add a layer of sliced bananas, and then pour layer of pudding mix over bananas. Continue layering in this order, ending with vanilla wafers on top. Refrigerate for several hours before serving.
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Pig Ears My Sisters Favorite
2007-10-15 13:41:00
1 egg1/3 cup butter1 1/4 cups flour1 teaspoon baking powdersalt1 cup maple syrup1/2 cup chop pecans (optional) Blend egg and butter. Stir flour with baking powder and salt. Beategg mixture into flour mixture until smooth. Divide mixture into18 small balls. Roll each on a floured surface until it is paperthin. Cover with a wet towel so that dough doesn't dry out. Heatoil in pan to 375 degrees. Drop dough into oil and as soon as itstarts to surface, give a slight twist with the tines of a fork.Pastry should have the look of a pig's ear. Fry for about 1.5minutes until brown. Drizzle with syrup or powdered sugar.
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Avocado Vinaigrette
2007-10-15 12:29:00
Makes 1 1/2 cups1/2 Haas avocado, peeled1/2 Jalapeno, seeded2 tb Finely chopped red onion1/4 c Fresh lime juice1 ts Sugar1 c Olive oilSalt and freshly ground white pepperIn a processor, puree the avocado, jalapeno, onion, lime juice and sugar until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the oil until it emulsifies. May be prepared up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered, in a nonreactive bowl. Bring to room temperature 1 hour before serving.

Vegetable Beef Soup For an Army Fall Has Finally Arrived
2007-10-15 12:18:00
Serves 50-755 gal. stock, beef1 1/2 qt. (2 lb) carrots, fresh, diced1 1/2 qt. (2 lb) onions, dry, chopped1 1/2 qt. (2 lb) celery, fresh, chopped1 1/2 cups (8 oz) peppers, sweet, fresh, chopped2 qt. (3 lb) potatoes, white, fresh, chopped3 1/2 qt. (2 lb) cabbage, fresh, chopped1 1/2 gal. (12 lb 12 oz or 2-No. 10 cn) tomatoes, canned1 tbsp. pepper, blackHeat stock. Add carrot, onions, and celery to hot stock; simmer about 15 minutes or until vegetables are almost tender. Add remaining ingredients and simmer about 30 minutes. More water may be added if necessary.Beef Stock Recipe22 to 30 lb. beef bones, cracked10 lb. beef trimmings (if available)7 gal. water, cold3 cups (1 lb) carrots, fresh, chopped3 cups (1 lb) celery, fresh, chopped3 cups (1 lb) onions, dry, chopped3 leaves bay leaves1 tsp. pepper, black1/2 cup (5 oz) saltPlace bones, beef trimmings and water in kettle. Add vegetables and seasonings. Cover and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer about 5 hours. Strain. Cool stock ...
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Chicken Salad
2007-09-27 12:00:00
Serves 4-6For dressing1 firm-ripe California avocado, quartered, pitted, and peeled1 cup sour cream1/4 cup fresh lime juice1 large garlic clove, finely chopped l 1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon black pepperFor salad4 cups coarsely shredded cooked chicken breast (about 1 lb) 3 scallions, finely chopped1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh serrano chile Blend dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth. Toss salad ingredients with dressing in a large bowl until combined well.
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SHIT FOR RECEPTION...SHIT FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE...UNRELIABLE.."THE NEW AT&T"
2007-09-27 11:21:00
Living in a metropolitan city, you would expect your cell phone to work and recieve a signal "outdoors". With the new AT&T where I live it is almost impossible. With a population pushing 450,000, a company the size of AT&T should have updated equipment and towers to take care of the needs of their customers. Not here. After waiting on hold for 65 minutes, I finally got the "unfriendly" customer service dept. at AT&T. In the middle of my call which I made while walking around one of our local lakes which is in the middle of the city and free of trees and is wide open. I lost my signal and was disconnected. I called back and waited an additional 40 minutes to talk with someone who had no clue what I was trying to tell her. At my residence I recieve no signal, although Sprint, US. Cellular, Nextel, and Verizon all do, as does an old T-Mobile phone that I have. BTW, its not the phone, I have changed phones about 4 times without any success. So if your planning on switching to the new AT...
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Meat Lasagna for Fall
2007-09-25 12:46:00
Serves 6-81 pound sweet Italian sausage 3/4 pound lean ground beef 1/2 cup minced onion 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste 2 (6.5 ounce) cans canned tomato sauce 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons white sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 tablespoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 12 lasagna noodles 16 ounces ricotta cheese 1 egg (optional) 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 pound mozzarella cheese, sliced 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese In a Dutch oven, cook sausage, ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until well browned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, and water. Season with sugar, basil, fennel seeds, Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons parsley. Simmer, covered, for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna noodles in b...
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Safe Driving!
2007-09-25 08:36:00
It's harvest time, beware of farm equipment on the highways and gravel roads! An extra few minutes could save your life. Patience is mandatory this time of year!
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Chipotle Shrimp Skewers
2007-09-25 08:34:00
8 wooden or metal skewers1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined2 cloves garlic, minced1/4 c. orange juice2 tsp. red chile powder2 c. fresh pineapple chunks1 red onion, cut into chunks1 red pepper, cut into chunks1 c. Barbecue Sauce2 tbsp. honey1 tbsp. chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (to taste)Wild Oats Canola oil for grilling1/4 c. cilantro, choppedSoak wooded skewers in water for 15 minutes. Combine shrimp with garlic, orange juice and chili powder in a recloseable plastic bag. Refrigerate while chopping the vegetables. Mix chipotle peppers into honey and barbecue sauce, set aside. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Thread shrimp, pineapple and vegetables on the skewers. Brush grill lightly with oil. Place skewers on grill, brush liberally with barbecue sauce. Cook for 2 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink and vegetables are tender. Remove from grill and garnish with fresh cilantro.
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Shrimp Spread
2007-09-25 08:33:00
Serves 15-208 ounces cream cheese -- softened1/2 cup sour cream1/4 cup mayonnaise3 5 oz. pkgs. frozen cooked salad shrimp -- thawed1 cup seafood sauce1 clove garlic crushed2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese1 medium green pepper, chopped1 small tomato, chopped3 green onions with tops -- slicedAssorted Nabisco crackersIn a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, garlic, and mayonnaise; mix well. Spread mixture on a serving platter. Sprinkle with shrimp. Top with seafood sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, green pepper, tomato and onions. Cover and refrigerate. Serve with Nabisco crackers.
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Best Site to Find the Best Airfare Rates!!!!
2007-09-24 09:16:00
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Boudin Blanc
2007-09-24 07:09:00
Serves 41/3 cup unsalted butter4 Macintosh apples, cored and quartered8 boudin blanc or other mild, white sausages, prickedsalt and pepper to taste1/2 cup hot maple syrupPreheat oven to 350 F. In a large skillet, heat half the butter over moderate heat. Add the quartered apples and cook, turning, until golden and just tender. In another skillet heat the remaining butter over moderate heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning, until lightly browned. In a shallow baking dish, arrange the sausages and the apples and bake for 20 minutes or until juices run clear and sausage is cooked through. Drizzle with maple syrup and serve.

Gouda Cheese Fondue
2007-09-24 07:05:00
Serves 41 pound gouda cheese, shredded 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1-1/2 cups milk 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/4 cup dry white wine 2 teaspoons Kirsch bread, cubed pepper to tasteMelt the butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add the flour, stirring with a wire whisk. Add the milk, stirring rapidly with whisk. Slowly stir in shredded cheese, stirring constantly. When blended and smooth, add the garlic, pepper, nutmeg and wine. Add the kirsch, if desired. Serve hot with bread cubes for dipping.
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Turkey & Onion Quesadillas
2007-09-24 07:02:00
Serves 41 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 4 10-inch whole-wheat tortillas 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 8 slices deli turkey, preferably smoked (8 ounces)Combine onion and vinegar in a bowl; let marinate for 5 minutes. Drain, reserving the vinegar for another use, such as salad dressing. Place 2 tortillas in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat (they will overlap); warm for about 45 seconds, then flip. Pull the tortillas up the edges of the pan so they are no longer overlapping. Working on one half of each tortilla, sprinkle one-fourth of the cheese, cover with 2 slices of turkey and top with one-fourth of the onion. Fold the tortillas in half, press gently with a spatula to flatten and cook until the cheese melts.
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Steal My Shit?: The O.J. Quiz By Paul Slansky
2007-09-20 15:13:00
1) Complete O. J. Simpson's quote in an interview with Esquire: "Let's say I committed the crime. Even if I did do this, it would have to have been because ___________________"a) I was extremely provoked.b) I loved her very much.c) I'm a homicidal psychopath.2) Who is Ruby Wax?a) The restaurant owner that O. J. Simpson shook down for $500 after she refused him service because her other customers threatened to leave rather than dine in the same room with a man they believed to be an absurdly acquitted double murderer.b) The Florida police officer who took the hysterical 911 call that 17-year-old Sydney Simpson placed after she had an argument with her father.c) The BBC interviewer that O. J. Simpson, while mugging insanely for the camera, pretended to stab repeatedly with a banana.3) In an interview with ESPN, who did O. J. Simpson say "went through similar things" to his own ordeal?a) The Menendez brothers.b) The Manson girls.c) Jesus and Moses.4) True or false? After lawyer F. L...
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Wolfgang Puck's Mandarin Noodles with Sauteed Tenderloin and Vegetables
2007-09-20 15:02:00
Serves 4-64 oz. dried Chinese egg noodles 1 Tbs. peanut oil or vegetable oil 3 Tbs. unsalted butter 6 oz. tenderloin steak, cut into thin strips 6 oz. fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, caps cut into quarters 1 oz. fresh enoki mushrooms 4 oz. carrots, asparagus, or other assorted vegetables, cut into thin julienne strips 3 Tbs. thinly sliced scallions 1 Tbs. finely chopped ginger 1 Tbs. finely chopped garlic Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/3 C. plum wine 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 2/3 C. good quality canned beef broth 2 Tbs. rice wine (or fresh lime juice) 8-10 endive leaves or other decorative salad greens, for servingBring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the Chinese egg noodles and cook them until al dente, tender but still chewy, following the manufacturer?s instructions. Drain and set aside.In a large skillet or wok over high heat, heat the oil and 1 Tbs. of the butter. Add the tenderloin strips and stir-fry them, stirring continuously with a wooden or metal ...
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Greek Salad
2007-09-20 15:01:00
Serves 41 head romaine lettuce or mixed greens3 - 4 tomatoes 1 small red onion 6-7 oz. feta cheese 2 or 3 cucumbers Salt Olives Fresh oregano 2 Tbs. red wine vinegar 2-3 Tbs. olive oilCut the tomatoes, the onion and the cucumber in slices. Mix, add salt and crumbled pieces of feta cheese, oregano. Pour some olive oil before serving.
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