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Chicken Flautas
2007-05-05 08:31:00
serves 42 cup shredded cooked chicken2/3 cup salsa1/4 cup chopped green onions3/4 teaspoon cuminvegetable oilcorn tortillas, about 302 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or cheddar cheese (or a combination)wooden toothpicks or skewersguacamole, sour cream, olives, and salsa for garnishPreheat oven to 400F. Combine chicken, salsa, onion and cumin.Heat about 1/2" oil until hot. Quickly fry each tortilla in oil to soften, about 2 seconds on each side. Drain on paper towels. Spoon about 1 tablespoon chicken mixture and 1 tablespoon cheese down center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and secure with a wooden pick. Place seam-side down on baking sheet. Bake in 18-20 minutes or until crisp. Garnish with guacamole, sour cream, olives, and more salsa.
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Horchata
2007-05-05 08:31:00
serves 41 quart milk 2 quarts water 4 cinnamon sticks 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup rice flour (or 1/3 cup white rice crushed to a powder in the blender)1 tablespoon vanillaBring milk to a boil in a saucepan.Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, until reduced by half, about 20 minutes. Strain into a large saucepan and add the water and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit 15 minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks and discard. Combine the sugar, rice flour, and vanilla in a bowl. Whisk in milk mixture. Refrigerate at least 4 hours. Then pour the mixture into a pitcher, discard the sediment that settles on the bottom of the bowl. Serve cold with a cinnamon stick.
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Beef Jerky
2007-05-04 11:15:00
Makes 40 to 50 strips1 (4 pound) flank steak1/2 onion, diced1/4 teaspoon thyme2 bay leaves2 tablespoons salt2 cloves garlic, crushed2 teaspoons black pepper2 whole cloves1/2 cup vinegar1 cup dry red wine1 cup Worcestershire sauce1 cup soy saucePartially freeze meat to make slicing easier. Trim fat and gristle from flank steak. Cut meat with grain into very thin slices. Combine onion, thyme, bay leaves, salt, garlic, pepper, cloves, vinegar, wine, and Worcestershire and soy sauces. Pour marinade over steak strips to cover and marinate in the refrigerate for about 15 hours. Squeeze marinade from meat by rolling strips with a rolling pin. Place meat on baking sheets or an oven rack and dry at 175 degrees F for about 9 hours, turning once. If using a rack, place foil under it to catch the drippings.
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Vegetarian Lasagna
2007-05-04 11:12:00
1 (8 ounce) package lasagna noodles2 (10 ounce) packages chopped spinach2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup grated carrot1/2 cup chopped onion1 tablespoon oil2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste1/2 cup chopped black olives1 1/2 teaspoons oregano2 cups cottage cheese, drained1 pound Monterey jack cheese, shreddedParmesan cheeseCook noodles in boiling unsalted water for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender; drain and set aside. Cook spinach according to package directions and drain well. In a saucepan cook mushrooms, carrot and onion in oil until tender. Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, olives and oregano. In a greased 13 x 9?inch baking dish, layer half the noodles, cottage cheese, spinach, Jack cheese and sauce mixture; repeat the layers, reserving about 1/2 cup cheese for the top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 375 degrees F for 30 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
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Gazpacho Salad
2007-05-04 11:10:00
serves 4butter lettuce (enough for 4 salads)1 cucumber, peeled and sliced3 scallions with green ends, coarsely chopped4 plum tomatoes, quartered1 red pepper, cored, seeded, and coarsely choppedGazpacho Dressing:2 shallots, peeled and mincedegg substitute equivalent to 1 egg3/4 cup tomato juice1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegarDash of Tabasco sauce2 tablespoons fresh chopped dillsalt and pepper to tastePrepare dressing by combining all ingredients and whisk untilsmooth. Refrigerate, loosely covered, until thick, at least onehour. Combine all the vegetables in a bowl and toss gentlywith the dressing.
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Yogurt Cucumber Garlic dip
2007-05-04 11:09:00
2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and quartered 1 tablespoon kosher salt 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil Place quartered cucumbers in a small colander and sprinkle evenly with salt. Allow to drain 30 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels and chop coarsely in food processor. Drain cucumber in colander for an additional 30 minutes. Place cucumber back in food processor with garlic, lemon juice, yogurt, and vinegar. Pulse to blend but leave some pieces of cucumber. Adjust vinegar and salt to taste. Pour in olive oil and blend until ingredients are well combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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150,000-200,000 Protesters Stream to Tel Aviv to Demand Olmert Resignation
2007-05-04 11:05:00
The protest was called after an official inquiry panel concluded Monday that Olmert and Defense Minister Amir Peretz had rushed into war without a detailed plan or realistic goals. In 34 days of fighting, the army failed to crush the Hezbollah militia, stop it from firing rockets into Israel, or free two captured soldiers. Past protests in the Tel Aviv square have started political earthquakes. A demonstration there after Israel's disastrous 1973 war led to the resignation of Prime Minister Golda Meir and Defense Minister Moshe Dayan.In 1982, hundreds of thousands marched to the square to protest Israel's involvement in the massacre of Palestinian refugees in Beirut by a Christian militia, a step toward the resignation of then-Defense Minister Ariel Sharon and the eventual retirement of Prime Minister Menachem Begin.
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Sanjaya Malakar Momjaya Starring in the Bong Show
2007-05-03 13:43:00
Posted May 2nd 2007 9:00AM by TMZ StaffFiled under: Celebrity Justice, American IdolSanjay a Malakar 's mom -- who's already served jail time for some serious pot production -- could be in more hot legal bongwater after this photo of her was snapped at a Hollywood party in March. In the shot, obtained by the National Enquirer, the Momjaya appears to be holding what is euphemistically called a hookah pipe and a lighter. According to a source cited by the Enquirer, the 41-year-old Blyth could be in more trouble if this picture suggests that "she's continuing to break the law," especially because, says the paper, she was sentenced under 12 months of "community supervision" as part of her felony conviction on drug charges in 2005 that required her to be drug-free. On the other hand, says the Enquirer, her legal case was officially closed last year.
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Sweet and Sour Mix
2007-05-03 13:25:00
3 cups water3 cups granulated sugar2 cups fresh lemon juice2 cups fresh lime juiceCombine water and sugar in large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil. Cool syrup. Mix syrup, lemon juice and lime juice in pitcher. Chill until cold. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)
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Chipotle Salsa
2007-05-03 13:25:00
makes 2 Cups 6 small tomatillos, husked5 large garlic cloves4 plum tomatoes1/4 large onion3 canned chipotle chiles in adobo,seeded and finely chopped, with2 teaspoons of the adobo sauce3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantroCoarse salt 1/2 teaspoon sugar Heat a large cast-iron skillet. When it is very hot, add the tomatillos, garlic cloves, tomatoes and onion and cook over low heat, turning frequently, until blackened in spots and softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the vegetables to a plate and let cool. Put the tomatillos, garlic, tomatoes and onion in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the chipotles and adobo sauce, cilantro, salt and sugar and pulse just until combined.
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Colorful Avocado Salsa
2007-05-03 13:20:00
Makes 4 cupsOne 16-ounce package frozen corn kernels, thawedTwo 2 1/4-ounce cans sliced ripe olives, drained1 red bell pepper, diced1 small red onion, diced, or 1 bunchscallions, thinly sliced5 cloves garlic, minced1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil1/4 cup lime juice3 tablespoons wine vinegar1 teaspoon dried cilantro, or1 tablespoon fresh, chopped1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperCayenne pepper or Tabasco sauce, to taste4 avocados - peeled, pitted and dicedIn a large bowl, combine the corn, olives, red bell pepper and onion. In a small bowl, combine the garlic, olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, cilantro, salt, pepper, and cayenne or Tabasco. Pour this into the corn mixture and toss well to coat the ingredients thoroughly. Cover the salsa and refrigerate 8 hours, or overnight. Just prior to serving, stir the avocados into the salsa. Serve with corn chips.
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BUSH CELEBRATES THE 4TH ANNIVERSARY OF ?MISSIONARY POSITION ACCOMPLISHED?
2007-05-02 07:08:00
?I BELIEVE IN FUCKING-OVER THE WORLD THE OLD-FASHIONED WAY.?satiricalpolitical.com
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Prime Rib
2007-05-02 07:07:00
8 lbs prime rib2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp coarse salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp thyme 1 tsp onion powder 1/4 cup olive oil Pre-heat oven or grill to 275. Mix all spices together in a bowl, set aside. Rub prime rib roast on all sides with olive oil. Rub spices on all sides. Place roast in roasting pan, fat side up. The key to most tender prime rib is slowly cooking it. For medium rare, internal thermometer should read 140, for medium well, 155. Expect approx. 35 minutes per pound of meat. Therefore, a medium rare 5 lb. roast should take 3 hours.
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Steak and Bacon Blue Cheese Wedge Salad From the Wonderful Chef Tyler Flore
2007-05-02 07:05:00
serves 44 beef tenderloin filets (1 1/2 -- 2 inch filets)8 slices bacon4 heads of romaine lettuce, (hearts only) green outer leaves removed6 medium heirloom tomatoes (can also use vine-ripened tomatoes), cut into 6 wedges1/2 loaf French bread, cut into 1/4-inch thick cubes1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil3/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-ReggianoKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperExtra-virgin olive oilKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperBlue cheese dressing:1 cup mayonnaise (store bought)1 cup sour cream 6 oz (3/4 cup) crumbled mild blue cheese (Gorgonzola works well)1 tablespoon lemon juice2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oilKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperCooking InstructionsPreheat oven to 375F.Season both sides of the filet mignon generously with salt and pepper. In a large heavy, ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until almost smoking. Place the steaks in the hot pan and cook until well seared on one si...
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Ole Mexican Foods Potentially Tainted Cheese Recall
2007-05-01 14:19:00
Dr. John Fruin(850) 245-5520FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Tallahassee, FL -- Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson is urging consumers to check their refrigerators for Ole Mexican Foods ' Verole Queso Fresco Authentic Mexican Crumbling Cheese and Ole Fresco Authentic Mexican Crumbling Cheese. The two products may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria. The potential for this contamination was determined after random testing performed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services revealed the presence of E.coli bacteria in samples of both of the cheeses. "The discovery of this problem demonstrates the importance of an integrated pro-active food safety program, where products from stores and food processors are not only inspected but tested in our labs, as well," Bronson said. Department inspectors are working with Florida grocery chains to remove any of the potentially tainted cheese from those stores and are checking warehouses in Flori...
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No Bake Lasagna
2007-05-01 08:14:00
serves 41 lb lasagna 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp sliced garlic 4 cups halved, seeded cherry tomatoes 1/4 cup slivered fresh basil 1/4 cup chopped chives 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup grated Pecorino cheese Place a large pot of salted water on high heat and bring to boil. Add pasta and cook 2 to 3 minutes or until just al dente. Drain. Place a skillet on low heat and add oil. Add garlic and sauté for about 3 minutes, or until the garlic is softened but not brown. Add tomatoes and cook until tomatoes are softened, about 3 minutes longer. Stir in herbs and season with salt, pepper. Toss with pasta. Stir in Pecorino.
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Pan Chicken
2007-05-01 08:13:00
serves 44 boneless, skinless chicken breastsSalt and freshly ground pepper2 tbsp butter4 small potatoes about 1 lb, cut into ½-inch cubes1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary (or ¼ tsp dried)¼ cup balsamic vinegar1 cup chicken stockFresh rosemary sprigsSprinkle one side of chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add half of butter and swirl to coat pan. Add chicken breasts, seasoned-side down and season remaining side. Brown, turning once, until well-browned on both sides. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm. Melt remaining butter in skillet. Cook potatoes, onions and rosemary, stirring, for 2 minutes or until some liquid is released. Cover, reduce heat to medium and cook, shaking pan often, for about 15 minutes or until potatoes and onions are almost tender and starting to brown. Increase heat to medium-high and add vinegar. Boil, scraping up any bits stuck to pan, until redu...
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Fried Morel Mushrooms
2007-05-01 08:12:00
Butter (3-4 tbsp)Frying Pan Flour (1/2 cup or so)Salt/Pepper to tasteMelt butter in frying pan Coat More ls in flour. Sautee mushrooms (gently) in butter. Salt and pepper to taste.
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Tomato Mushroom Soup
2007-04-27 12:52:00
serves 44 cups crimini mushrooms 1 large leek1 large clove garlic minced1 14oz can stewed tomatoes chopped1 quart chicken stock/or veg stock1 teaspoon dried basil3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 to 2 Tablespoons granulated white sugarsalt/pepper to tasteSaute mushrooms, chopped leek and garlic. Add chicken stock and remaining ingredients. Let simmer until fully cooked.
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Lamb Kabobs
2007-04-27 12:51:00
Serves 6-84 pounds top round lamb2 tablespoons minced garlic (4 to 5 cloves)2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves4 teaspoons minced fresh mint leaves1/2 cup mild olive oil1/2 cup dry red wine4 tablespoons red wine vinegarKosher saltCut the lamb in 1 1/2-inch cubes. You should have about 40 cubes. Combine the garlic, rosemary, mint, olive oil, red wine, vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a medium bowl. Add the lamb cubes, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight or for up to 2 days. Toss occasionally. Loosely thread 3 or 4 pieces of lamb alternately with sections of onion or cherry tomatoes on skewers. Sprinkle both sides of the lamb with salt and pepper. Place the lamb skewers on the hot grill and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, turning 2 or 3 times, until the lamb is medium rare (or until desired doneness).
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The war in Iraq has greatly increased the terrori...
2007-04-26 14:41:00
The war in Iraq has greatly increased the terrorist danger. There was little or no terrorism, insurgency or civil war in Iraq before Bush and Cheney took us into war there five years ago. Now Iraq has become a breeding ground of terrorism, a bloody insurgency against our troops and a civil war. Beyond the deaths of more than 3,100 young Americans and an estimated 600,000 Iraqis, we have spent nearly $500 billion on the war, which has dragged on longer than World War II.
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Garlic Blue Cheese Dip
2007-04-26 14:29:00
1/4 lb blue cheese 3oz cream cheese softened 1/4 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons pineapple juice 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 drop Tabasco 5 sprigs parsley 1 slice onion 2 cloves garlic Crumble blue cheese. Put all ingredients in a food processor and blend together. Serve with chips, crackers, or vegetables.
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Sanjaya's Mom Loves Pot
2007-04-26 14:20:00
hollyscoop.comWhat happens when you become somewhat famous? People start digging up all sorts of stuff about you and your family. While Sanjay a Malakar is enjoying his 15 minutes, many are beginning to dig deep into his personal life. They dug so deep that they found out that his mom, Jillian Blith, used to grow pot. Jillian was caught by the Pierce County Sheriff's Department in 2005 after they found 310 marijuana plants in the garage. Sanjaya should have just stuck to the family business.
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With All the Flooding Around the USA Right Now TADD "Turn Around Don't Drow
2007-04-26 13:34:00
Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. Why? The main reason is people underestimate the force and power of water. Many of the deaths occur in automobiles as they are swept downstream. Of these drownings, many are preventable, but too many people continue to drive around the barriers that warn you the road is flooded. Whether you are driving or walking, if you come to a flooded road, Turn Around Don't DrownTM You will not know the depth of the water nor will you know the condition of the road under the water.
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Obama Announces For President ... In Hit Show 24
2007-04-26 09:03:00
By Don Davis satiricalpolitical.comSenator Barack Obama , convinced that America is unfortunately still not ready for a black President , has decided to skip the Democratic primaries, and instead focus his energies on becoming the next President in the hit show ?24.?Speaking to his loyal supporters on YouTube, Obama pointed out that 24 has already had not one, but two black Presidents, David and Wayne Palmer. ?And the great thing is,? Obama added, ?both got elected without having to shlep through those whitey-white states of Iowa and New Hampshire.?Senator Obama also emphasized that polls showed that he couldn?t even count on black support in a real election, since he?s the son of a black father from Kenya. ?Apparently some African-Americans don?t really like ? real African-Americans.?
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Corn Salad
2007-04-26 08:02:00
Serves 46 ears corn, husks and silk removed (or 2 cans)3 scallions, thinly sliced crosswise 2 Tablespoons white-wine vinegar2 Tablespoons olive oilCoarse salt and ground pepperRemove kernels: Cut off tip of each cob; stand in a wide shallow bowl. With a sharp knife, slice downward to remove kernels. To bowl, add scallions, vinegar, and oil. Season generously with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Serve, or cover and refrigerate up to 1 day.
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Margarita Shrimp
2007-04-26 08:01:00
Serves 41 pound large shrimp, pelled and deveined2 tablespoons fresh lime juice2 tablespoons butter1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced3 garlic cloves, chopped1 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne), optionalSalt and ground black pepper1/4 cup tequila4 cups romaine lettuce sliced in ribbons1 avacado, pitted, peeled, and diced2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves,Put the shrimp in a bowl and pour lime juice over; mix well. In a wide nonstick skillet, melt the butter. When it's foaming, add the minced pepper and garlic and cook for 2 minutes over medium heat. Add the shrimp and lime juice and the cayenne and cook about 4 more minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and start to curl. Add salt and pepper to taste, then pour in the tequila. Cook for 3 minutes more or until the liquid is reduced to a little sauce. Serve the shrimp on a bed of romaine ribbons, decorated with the avacado and sprinkled with cilantro.
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Walter Trout a Must See Bluesman..Voted #1 Blues Band Out of the Top 50! He
2007-04-25 08:31:00
Saw him last summer and they will be here sometime next month..can't wait!
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Zesty Avocado Cream
2007-04-25 07:49:00
serves 4-61 lemon2 ripe avocados 1/2 cup sugar3/4 cup + 2T. plain yogurt3/4 cup + 2T. sour creamRinse lemon and pat dry. Remove a very thin layer of zest with a vegetable peeler and cut into very fine strips. Squeeze out juice and save. Cut avocados to the pit all the way around, rotate halves in opposite directions and pull apart. Scoop out the pit. Spoon out flesh into blender along with sugar, lemon juice, yogurt, and sour cream. Puree, pour into glasses and garnish with lemon peel. Serve with shortbread cookies or use as a dip with fruit.
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Macaroni and Cheese
2007-04-25 07:48:00
1 lb dry macaroni2 T butter2 T flour1 cup milk1 cup sharp cheddar cheesepepperTo make 4 reasonable servings, cook 1 pound of dry macaroni noodles in salted boiling water on the stove top until al dente. In another saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour and let the mixture cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Add 1 cup milk. Heat the mixture until it just starts to simmer, then stir with a whisk to make sure flour and butter get properly mixed in with the milk. Within a minute or two of simmering, the white sauce will thicken. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese. Mix the cooked noodles with the sauce, top with fresh ground black pepper. This recipe scales well to feed a large group. Make sure to undercook the pasta a little bit, because it will soften some more after you drain it, and you don't want it to be all mushy.
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