| Comfort Food for Those Cold Winter Days
Coming inside from a cold, wet, wintry day and smelling a pot of simmering stew, flaky pastry on chicken pie, or a hearty macaroni and cheese casserole will bring a smile to almost everyone. One-dish meals are especially handy if you are short of time and still want a well-balanced meal for the family. Most of the ingredients are cooked together, so serving and cleanup are at a minimum. When making these recipes, think ahead and make extra for the next day, or freeze leftovers that can be used at a later date. The following recipes are easy to make and absolutely delicious. If you're not a fan of dumplings in your beef stew, make a batch of baking powder biscuits or have thick slices of multigrain bread as an alternative. If you're wanting something other than pastry on the chicken pot pie, put a layer of creamy mashed potatoes on top and brown in the oven.
Sandra Lee's Valentine sweets are sure to make your sweetie swoon.
Preheat oven to 215 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to beat together egg whites, 1 teaspoon strawberry extract, and cream of tartar until frothy. With mixer running, add powdered sugar in tablespoon increments. Add food coloring and continuing beating until stiff peaks form, taking care not to overbeat. Transfer mixture to a pastry bag or large zip-top plastic bag fitted with large round tip. Pipe into 2-inch spirals on prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, rotating once. Turn off oven and open door. With meringues still inside oven, let dry out for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove parchment paper from baking sheet and let meringues cool completely. .
John Edwards to Quit Presidential Race
I went digging around for some information, and I discovered that there is in fact a Green Party in the US. Whodda thunk? It would appear to me that the time for talking about the un-electability of any individual who is not a corporate operative is over. Can you support the Green Party? Can you convince others to do so? There seems to be zero sense in bickering about anything else at this point. Stack the Congress, the Senate, and the White House with Greens. Or put forth some other rational alternative. .
Violence Strangles Party-Town Spirit
It's the bloody battles between police and organized crime that make headlines. Since Jan. 1, more than 50 people have been killed in the city, some in wild shootouts that terrified bystanders. In January, police discovered an organized-crime hideout near downtown that included a training center for hit men complete with a soundproofed basement shooting range. Recently, Hacienda Cien Anos, the upscale restaurant that once drew tourists, was identified by U.S. authorities as a front for money laundering. Downtown has been flooded with police and has been largely free of the violence. No bystanders have been killed in the shootouts. A crackdown on corrupt transit cops has resulted in fewer reports of extortion, and merchants immediately report officers who stop tourists without reason, according to police.
Utes turn to 'Utah Man' Scalley to take over as safeties coach
As expected, Utah coach Kyle Whittingham stayed "in-house" to fill the vacancy on his coaching staff. Former player Morgan Scalley was officially hired as the Utes' new safeties coach. He'll also be involved with special teams. "We are pleased to announce the addition of Morgan Scalley to our coaching staff," Whittingham said in a released statement. "As a coach, Morgan brings the same energy and passion to our program that he did when he was a team captain and an All-America defensive back for us. Morgan did a great job this past season in his role as a graduate assistant coach, and after conducting a national search, it became apparent that he was the right fit for our staff." Scalley enthusiastically agrees. "I have always been a 'Utah Man' and I'm grateful that coach Whittingham has given me the opportunity to coach at the school I love," Scalley said in the official announcement.
Valentine promotions at Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa
With rates starting at Baht 7,900++ a night, you will find your specially-prepared room with a complimentary bottle of Moet & Chandon champagne, the drink of lovers everywhere across the world. In the morning, feast at our sumptuous breakfast buffet, and take in everything the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa has to offer. You won’t want to go back! Price is subject to 10% service charge and applicable government tax. For more information or reservations call Cluster Reservation Center at (66) 2 477 0755 or email us at reservemarriott@minornet.com This offer valid until March 31, 2008. Food and Beverage Valentine Promotions Bacchus’s Valentine Wine Menu at Elephant Bar "Words can tell what hearts divine, this most romantic time of year, so will you be my Valentine?" Upon arrival you will receive a glass of sparkling wine; thereafter you can enjoy a three-course open air candle light dinner.
Kari, We Need To Have A Chat
Yeah
um, can I come into your room here for a second? Yes?
OK, good
yeah. No, no
you're not in trouble, son. I just think we
you and I
yeah, we need to have a little one-on-one talk. Can I just sit over here in this
no, no, don't get up
I'll just sit right here in this chair
you stay right there. Huh, what? No, it's not THAT talk
it's just that, well, I couldn't help noticing something that happened last night during, you know, the game. Yes, yes
that's right, the Vancouver game. See, first of all, if you look at it on the whole, you really didn't do too terribly bad. I mean, if you simply look at the stats you did stop 26 of the 28 shots that you faced. That's good. Oh, and while we're at it
how about those friends of yours playing defense holding the Canucks to just 28 shots, eh? We've always said that anything under 30 is good, haven't we, son? Yes
yes we have.
Cooking classes provide winter warmth
With winter upon us, there is no better way to warm the home than cooking up some tasty Turkish dishes. But unless you frequent the homes of your Turkish neighbors often, and can understand the instructions, cooking Turkish food may feel like a scientific experiment. Most Turkish women shun the measuring cup or teaspoon, eyeball quantities, and make the flick of the wrist when tossing salt on salad look like magic. But here at the Turkish Daily News we decided to offer yet another suggestion. How about taking a cooking class? There are a variety of cooking classes available around town. From private lessons from experienced chefs, to affordable cooking classes in Sultanahmet, the sky is the limit when it comes to learning how to master Turkish cuisine and recreate memorable dining experiences at home for your friends and family.
Two Salishan Street fires damage property
An unattended cooking stove caused an apartment fire Thursday night in southeast Salem, while hours earlier, a discarded cigarette sparked a fire at a town house just blocks away, fire officials said. The two fires were unrelated and in separate complexes, said Salem Deputy Fire Marshal Chris Riffle. The first fire was reported about 11:15 a.m. at 1529 Salishan St. SE, Riffle said. Firefighters reported fire and smoke from the exterior siding of the two-story townhouse. The fire quickly was extinguished, and it did not extend into the attic or inside the building, Riffle said. Resident David Parkins told firefighters he was talking on the telephone when he smelled smoke coming from around his front door, Riffle said. As he opened the door, he could see fire on the deck, and the smoke alarm inside the home activated.
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