Saturday, March 04, 2006

Yield: 4 Servings4 bacon, slices, 1/2 pieces2 onion(s)1


Yield: 4 Servings

4 bacon, slices, 1/2 pieces
2 onion(s)
1 garlic clove
1/2 lb pork shoulder, coarse grind
1 lb beef round, 1/2 strips
1/2 lb beef chuck, coarse grind
4 can green chiles, whole
1 Tbsp red chile, hot, ground
2 Tbsp red chile, mild, ground
1 tsp oregano, dried, pref. mexican
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1 1/2 tsp salt
12 oz tomato paste
3 cup water
16 oz pinto beans

1. Fry bacon in a large, deep heavy pot over medium heat. When the
bacon has rendered most of its fat, remove the pieces with a slotted
spoon, drain on paper toweling and reserve. 2. Add the onions and
garlic to the bacon fat and cook until the onions are translucent.
3. Add the pork and beef to the pot. Break up any lumps with a fork
and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat
is evenly browned. 4. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the
beans and the bacon. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer,
uncovered, for 2 hours. Stir occasionally. 5. Taste and adjust
seasonings. Stir in the beans and the bacon, and simmer for 1/2 hour
longer.

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Cholent a Sabbath tradition (Macon Telegraph) Brisket baked


Cholent a Sabbath tradition (Macon Telegraph)
Brisket baked overnight in a low oven is simply a modern method of keeping the Sabbath for observant Jews. We published a recipe for J.E., who reminisced about the dish her mother made with brisket and prunes, but learned from readers that there are endless ethnic variations of the dish, known as cholent.

Serving Marion, Illinois (Marion Daily Republican)
Last Wednesday was my birthday. I turned 42! I may as well print that because my kids are telling everyone that I am ancient anyway, so why try to hide the truth.

Gouda-spinach stuffed chicken a low-fat entree (Asheville Citizen-Times)
The gratifying flavors baked into this stuffed chicken dish belie its modest fat content of only about 10 grams per serving.

RECIPE: Gumbo's history is murky; its popularity is clear (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Trying to sort out the origins of gumbo in Louisiana is complex and, ultimately, inconclusive, according to Stanley Dry, a Louisiana food expert. But what better time to do it -- and share some information about how to make it -- than the week that Mardi Gras culminates with Fat Tuesday?

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Day Trips: Barbecue joint takes pride in pure,


Day Trips: Barbecue joint takes pride in pure, juicy sausages (The Bryan-College Station Eagle)
Novosad's BBQ and Sausage Market in Hallettsville takes pride in doing things a little bit different from most barbecue joints on Texas' coastal plains. Members of this Czech community like their smoked meats well done and juicy, a difficult balancing act for even accomplished barbecue-pit bosses.

Dining Guide (The Times of Northwest Indiana)
"Simply unique" aptly describes chef-proprietor Cheryl Bernacchi's superb dinner menu which changes with the seasons and always has a few surprises. Elegant and understated ambiance with well-spaced tables and separate cozy corner bar with martini menu. Appetizers shine.

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Friday, March 03, 2006

PERCHED proudly at a strategic spot of The


PERCHED proudly at a strategic spot of The Curve shopping complex is one restaurant which all food connoisseurs should (Malay Mail)
The Colonial Times @ The Curve really stands out among the many food outlets lining the first floor boulevard of this mall. Patrons will be struck by its decor which incorporates Northern Indian charm and comfort with a touch of modern influence. Water cascades down its walls.

Trout tastes terrific (Athens Review Online)
By Andy Ostmeyer THE JOPLIN GLOBE (JOPLIN, Mo.) French fries? Fantastic. French trout?

Dietician serving up award winning hospital food (KARE 11 Minneapolis-St. Paul)
Patients at St Francis Hospital in Shakopee have an award winning new item on their hospital menu. Hospital dietician Mary Buscher's pineapple-black bean enchilada

South Bay and Peninsula (San Jose Mercury News)
Afghan Afghani House. 1103 El Camino Real (just past Lawrence Expressway), Sunnyvale; (408) 248-5088. Quiet, dignified, attractive -- and yet, a good bet for school-age kids. Have them try aush, a noodle soup, and buranee-e-kadu, sauteed butternut squash, or one of many rice dishes. Wonderful lamb -- kebabs, chops and ribs. Aushak are delicious dumplings in yogurt and meat sauce. Lunch weekdays,

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NM chile is a star on Food Network


NM chile is a star on Food Network (Silver City Sun-News)
A Food Network program about New Mexico chile will tempt the taste buds of millions of television viewers across the country tonight. An episode of the "Unwrapped" program -- called "Atomic!" -- focuses on the Chile Pepper Institute at New Mexico State University.

Stay smart while watching your waistline (The Bryan-College Station Eagle)
A diet geared toward healthful, low-calorie foods doesn't mean sacrificing delicious taste or eye appeal. That's the reassuring credo of the American Institute for Cancer Research.

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Tuesday, February 28, 2006

Yield: 6 Servings1 lb ground chuck (or lean)-Ground1


Yield: 6 Servings

1 lb ground chuck (or lean)
-Ground
1 beef
1 onion -- large, chopped
1 can kidney beans (12 oz)
1 can tomato soup --, Undiluted
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp chili powder (or), To Taste

Brown the meat in a little butter and cook until the meat is brown - about 10 minutes. Add all other ingredients and let simmer for 30 minutes. Your choice of hot sauce may be added to taste.


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Monday, February 27, 2006

Yield: 8 Servings1 lb lean beef, Ground1 salt


Yield: 8 Servings

1 lb lean beef, Ground
1 salt and pepper, To Taste
4 can tomatoes, crushed
4 can pinto beans
1 chili seasoning
1 chili powder, To Taste
1 jalapeno pepper juice to
1 taste
1 Tbsp to 2 tb vinegar

Brown ground beef in large saucepan, stirring until crumbly; drain. Season with salt and pepper. Add tomatoes and beans. Cook over medium heat until bubbly. Add chili seasoning, chili powder, and pepper juice. Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Stir in vinegar to bring out the flavor of the spices just before serving.


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Keeping it off? Now, that's the tough part


Keeping it off? Now, that's the tough part (The Oregonian)
Science has confirmed a hard truth nearly every dieter knows: Taking off pounds is a piece of low-fat, sugar-free applesauce cake compared with keeping off the pounds.

Celebrating the Foods of Germany (The Gourmet Retailer)
The summertime slowdown offers retailers a great time to collect their thoughts and prepare for the fourth quarter. But Germany is a country in which festivals and celebrations occur throughout the entire year, offering numerous opportunities to promote German foods and beverages.

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Sunday, February 26, 2006

Take two cooks, blend carefully and enjoy (Guardian


Take two cooks, blend carefully and enjoy (Guardian Unlimited)
What do you do if you're a picky eater and failed actress, transplanted from your native Texas to Planet Arugula - the expensive, sophisticated world called New York? How do you cope with temping jobs that suck, until you get a permanent one doing something totally meaningless with the group that is sifting through the plans for renovating Ground Zero? How do you add some risk-taking to your

The Dish (Alibi)
Gordon Schutte Uncorks the Wine Bar at Vivace By the time you read this, Vivace's new wine bar will be open at 3120 Central SE, in the adjoining Nob Hill storefront that used to be Bright Future Futon.

Enjoy a taste of the Southwest during 'O'Keeffe's Kitchen' dinner benefit (The Daily Times)
ater this month, the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council will combine Georgia O'Keeffe's love of art and zest for life with her appreciation for fine, fresh food from the land at the benefit dinner "O'Keeffe's Kitchen."

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Yield: 4 Servings4 Tbsp vegetable stock3 onions, chopped1


Yield: 4 Servings

4 Tbsp vegetable stock
3 onions, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 Tbsp jalapeno pepper, Minced
1 (fresh (or)), Canned
2 cloves of garlic, minced
3 tsp chili powder (3-4 tsp )
1 tsp cumin, Ground
1 can (28 oz) tomatoes
1 with their juice, Chopped
1 can (14 oz) tomatoes
1 with their juice, Chopped
1 tsp brown sugar
1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans
1 and rinsed, Drained
1/3 cup fine (or medium grain)
1 bulgur
1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
1/3 cup scallions, Chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro or, Chopped
1 parsley

In a Dutch oven or a large saucepan, heat the vegetable stock over
medium heat. Add the onions, carrot, jalapeno peppers, garlic, chili
powder and cumin. Braise, covered, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the
onions and carrots are soft. Add the tomatoes with their juice and
the sugar; cook for 5 minutes over high heat. Stir in the beans and
bulgur, and reduce heat to low. Simmer the chili, uncovered, for 15
minutes, or until thickened. Serve with yogurt, scallions, and
cilantro or parsley on the side.


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Yield: 12 Servings3 lb stew meat*1 black pepper,


Yield: 12 Servings

3 lb stew meat*
1 black pepper, To Taste
1 Tbsp salt
2 large onions, chopped
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp oregano
12 oz can tomato sauce
1/2 cup masa harina
1 Tbsp red peppers**, Dried
1 dash pehchaud's bitters
1 Tbsp corn oil, if needed
1/2 cup chili powder
3 bell peppers, chopped
2 tsp comino and seeds, Ground
2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 cup chickenstock, or your choice
6 whole tomatos up, Sliced
48 oz can of v8
1 jalapenos, to taste
1 pinch nutmeg

3-6 ea large cloves garlic; chopped 2-3 ea magnolia leaves;
minced *Or chuck roast coarse chopped (lose the **Santa Fe variety
works here Brown the meat, work in the spices, onions, and peppers.
Simmer about 30 minutes or until it looks good. Add tomato sauce,
tomatoes, broth and simmer several hours until it looks good. Add the
Masa to thicken the mix and when it's ready, add the Peychaud's and
nutmeg to set it off.

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Yield: 4 Servings1 Tbsp oregano2 Tbsp paprika2 Tbsp


Yield: 4 Servings

1 Tbsp oregano
2 Tbsp paprika
2 Tbsp MSG (monosodium glutamate)
9 Tbsp chili powder, light
4 Tbsp cumin
4 Tbsp beef bouillon
1 (instant, crushed)

24 oz beer
2cup water
4 lb chuck, Extra Lean
1 chili grind
2 lb pork, Extra Lean
1 chili grind

1 lb chuck, Extra Lean
1 cut into 1/4 cubes
2 large onions, finely chopped
10 cloves garlic
1 finely, Chopped
1/2 cup wesson oil (or kidney suet)
1 tsp mole (powdered)

1 also called mole poblano
1 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp coriander seed (from chinese
1 parsley, cilantro)
1 tsp louisiana red hot sauce
1 (durkee's)
8 oz tomato sauce
1 Tbsp masa harina flour
1 salt, To Taste

In a large pot, add paprika, oregano, MSG, chili powder, cumin, beef bouillon, beer and 2 cups water. Let simmer. In a separate skillet, brown meat in 1 lb. or 1 1/2 lb. batches with vegetable oil. Drain and add to simmering spices. Continue until all meat is done.

Saute chopped onion and garlic in 1 T. oil or suet. Add to spices and meat mixture. Add water as needed. Simmer 2 hours. Add mole, sugar, coriander seed, hot sauce and tomato sauce. Simmer 45 min.

Dissolve masa harina flour in warm water to form a paste. Add to chili. Add salt to taste. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add additional Louisiana Hot Sauce for hotter taste.

Makes 1 pot.


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