All Grown Up: Chicken Fingers for Adults - Food on Shine By David Sax for SAVEUR magazine. This article was first published in Saveur in Issue #141. Though upscale versions of childhood comfort foods-peanut butter and jelly, corn dogs, s'mores-have colonized restaurant menus, there's one glaring exception. Chicken fingers, the ubiquitous kids' entrée, get little respect. Related: Spaghetti 12 Different Ways » Mitzi's Chicken FingersChicken fingers came about in the late 1970s, and they proved to be the perfect utensil-free food for picky children. Related: In Praise of Soft-Cooked Vegetables » Still, as popular as chicken fingers are, the consensus among adult eaters was that the food was child's play and would never grow up. But the generation gap is murkier than it appears. Related: Charleston Soul Food Recipes » Related: Deconstructing a Chicken » Unlike the uniform fingers most places serve, Mitzi's are thin, short, and slightly gnarled by the fryer's heat. Related: Carving a Chicken » INSTRUCTIONS 1. 2.
Peaches & Vanilla Cream Pops & The Craving Chronicles Uh, it’s hot. Really hot. Like excessive heat warning, face melts when I walk outside, can’t eat anything but frozen foods hot. So I made popsicles. Did you know making popsicles is pretty fun and pretty easy? I didn’t. All of my waiting paid off. Printable RecipeAdapted from Bon Apetit Makes about 4 popsicles Ingredients 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoons granulated sugar 1/4 cup water 1/2 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise 2 cups pitted, sliced and peeled peaches (about 2-3 medium peaches) 3 tablespoons heavy cream 3 tablespoons plain greek yogurt (I used Chobani 2%) 1 tablespoon bourbon (optional) Directions Place sugar and water in a saucepan over medium high heat. Add peaches and vanilla syrup to a food processor. Pour into popsicle molds, add sticks and freeze until firm. Like this: Like Loading...
Do You Know What's Really In Your Tea? Tea is something I drink every single day. It’s sacred at my house – I even have a whole drawer devoted to it! I drink it because it is amazing for your health. There are so many varieties of tea that can improve digestion, metabolism and even prevent certain diseases. This investigation into tea ingredients has been in the making for a long time. What I’m about to share with you totally rocked my world forever and I’ll never look at tea in the same way again. The ancient Chinese tradition of drinking tea dates back thousand of years to the early Chinese dynasties and aristocrats who drank the beverage for its medicinal properties. Conventional Teas – An Abundance of Pesticides Did you know that most tea is not washed before it is put it into bags? A recent third-party analysis by Glaucus Research found that 91 percent of Celestial Seasonings tea tested had pesticide residues exceeding the U.S. limits. Teas Can Contain Artificial Flavoring, Natural Flavors, and Hidden GMOs 1.
Pumpkin and Blue Cheese Soup Last week Kate Nash was in Boston and I had some friends over for dinner before the show. Feeling inspired by one of her songs, I decided to make pumpkin soup. A friend of mine told me about a pumpkin and blue cheese soup which he had recently on vacation in the Dominican Republic. He said that it was the best soup he ever had, so naturally I had to try it! The lyrics to her song don't actually have anything to do with pumpkin soup. Bacon first, then take it out. Use the bacon fat for the onions and carrots. Pumpkin simmering Pureeing the soup from a few steps back so I don't get it on my shirt! This is a very blue and orange post. Bit more cheese and some of the bacon floated on top. Chop and cook 3 strips of bacon until crispy. Oh yea, and Kate Nash Rocked!
The 25 most difficult questions If you are one of those executive types unhappy at your present post and embarking on a New Year's resolution to find a new one, here's a helping hand. The job interview is considered to be the most critical aspect of every expedition that brings you face-to- face with the future boss. One must prepare for it with the same tenacity and quickness as one does for a fencing tournament or a chess match. This article has been excerpted from "PARTING COMPANY: How to Survive the Loss of a Job and Find Another Successfully" by William J. Morin is chairman and Cabrera is president of New York-based Drake Beam Morin, nation's major outplacement firm, which has opened offices in Philadelphia. 1. Since this is often the opening question in an interview, be extracareful that you don't run off at the mouth. 2. You should be able to discuss products or services, revenues, reputation, image, goals, problems, management style, people, history and philosophy. Give your answer a positive tone. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Crockpot BBQ Beer Chicken What is up with beer and me lately? I can’t get enough of the stuff. If I’m telling the truth, I really enjoy cooking with beer much more than I like drinking it. Best flavor ever. Basically, I love replacing water with alcohol. And now… a peek into what a mess my kitchen appliances really are. You don’t even want to see my stand mixer. Look at that bun. I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that this is the best chicken I have ever made in the crockpot. People… I live with a man who seriously eats chicken at least five days a week for lunch and dinner. So, I’m convinced it’s a combination of the perfect marriage between beer, spices (I freakishly love onion powder and smoked paprika together… give it a whirl) and sauce (Bone Suckin‘ is the best) that makes this so amazing. Or is that just me? Crockpot BBQ Beer Chicken serves about 8-10 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 large) 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Notes: 1.
The 10 Best Questions to Ask at a Job Interview Karen Burns You’re interviewing for a job. After 20 or 30 minutes, you’re asked: “Do you have any questions?” The worst thing you can do is ask, “What is it your company does?” (Hey, it has happened.) [See 21 secrets to getting a job offer.] You need to ask some questions! Bottom line: Don’t make the interviewer do all the heavy lifting. [See 50 tips for surviving your worst work day.] So what should you ask? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. [See more career advice at the U.S.News Careers site.] 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. P.S.
Healthy Baked Chicken Nuggets Chunks of all white meat chicken breasts coated in breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese then baked until golden. An easy chicken recipe your whole family will love. What can be more kid friendly than chicken nuggets, even the pickiest kids like them. Serve them with ketchup, bbq sauce or whatever you like to dip your nuggets into. Kids love finger foods or anything you can eat with toothpicks so when my daughter was young I would make her a dish of bite sized goodies she liked such as tomatoes, olives, pasta, etc. and served them with toothpicks and she always cleaned her plate! Once I'm in breading mode I usually make breaded zucchini sticks as well and bake them all at the same time along with some pasta and a salad for a complete meal. Double these for more or make half for less servings. Ingredients: Preheat oven to 425°. Put the olive oil in one bowl and the breadcrumbs, panko and parmesan cheese in another.
50 Things Everyone Should Know by Mark and Angel Self-reliance is a vital key to living a healthy, productive life. To be self-reliant one must master a basic set of skills, more or less making them a jack of all trades. Contrary to what you may have learned in school, a jack of all trades is far more equipped to deal with life than a specialized master of only one. While not totally comprehensive , here is a list of 50 things everyone should know how to do. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. Read the rest of the article
elephantine: the baked mac and cheese My favorite thing to eat, hands down, is noodles. Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai... whatever way you make it, I like it. But mac and cheese is high up there on the list, especially baked mac and cheese. Is there anything more comforting? First things first: cook the pasta. Next up: the béchamel sauce. ...and milk. So, back to the butter. Whisk. Gradually pour in the milk and continue to whisk. Reduce the heat, add the cheese, and keep mixing that melty-yummy-goodness. Did someone say garlic? Your macaroni is probably growing impatient. I've been playing this trick on myself recently: substitute a portion of the pasta with veggies. I like using individual ramekins instead of one larger casserole dish, because it allows you to add in whatever veggies and spices you like without offending anyone else. The last (and most important) step: breadcrumbs. Pop the ramekins in the oven. The first bite. (Nothing more to say. 1.
Architectural Antiques & Salvage, Restoration Supplies, etc. Superfood: Pumpkin | Health and Fitness Articles Sure, pumpkins can seem spooky in their Jack-o-lantern state, but don’t be fooled— they’re actually one of the most nutritious fruits out there. Loaded with antioxidants and disease-fighting vitamins, these gourds aren’t just for carving, making them a bonafide Greatist superfood. Photo: jefferysclark Pump Up the Pumpkin — Why They’re Super Pumpkins’ bright orange color may make them a good substitute for traffic cones, but the real power behind their hue is beta-carotene, a provitamin that is converted to vitamin A in the body. Still, the real treasure is in the seeds. Get Like Peter — Your Action Plan Peter, Peter Pumpkin Eater, that is. And save those seeds— they’re easy to roast. Superfood Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Parfait By Tulika Balagopal What You'll Need: 1/4 cup plain pumpkin puree (fresh or canned) 1/2 large frozen banana 1 to 1 1/2 cups almond milk (great for flavor and thickness!) Optional Toppings: Crumbled graham crackers Peanut butter or any other nut butter Cinnamon What to Do:
Salt and Vinegar Potatoes with Rosemary There are a million versions of these smashed potatoes all over the place. However, I love the idea of making these a little tangy. I love those thick-cut salt and vinegar chips, which is where the inspiration for this recipe came from. By dousing these potatoes with cider vinegar after they come out of the oven, you are indeed in for a tasty and tangy treat. Serve along side your favorite main dish and enjoy. Place potatoes in salted water and bring to a boil; cook until fork tender. Place the cooked potatoes on a well-oiled baking sheet and press down gently on each potato with a potato masher. Brush the top of each potato with olive oil…be generous. Serve on the side with just about anything!! Print Recipe Ingredients 2 lbs Small potatoes, new or fingerlings work wellOlive oilKosher salt Fresh ground pepperFresh rosemary, finely choppedCider vinegar Directions Place potatoes in salted water and bring to a boil; cook until fork tender.