Cleaning Tips:
* For quick cleanup, spray the blades of your food processor with nonstick spray before using.
* To cut grease and odor on dishes, add a tablespoon of vinegar to your hot soapy water.
* To clean your microwave, heat a bowl of water on high power for 5 to 10 minutes. Keep the oven closed for several more minutes to allow the steam to do its magic. Using oven mitts, carefully remove the bowl of water, then wipe the walls of the oven.
* To remove grease from inside your oven, put a small pan of ammonia in the oven in the evening, and then close the oven door. In the morning, remove the pan of ammonia. The grease inside the oven will wipe off very easily.
* Once a week, clean, disinfect and deodorize wood cutting blocks. Rub them with baking soda, then spray on full strength distilled white vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes, then rinse in clear water. It will bubble and froth as these two natural chemicals interact.
* Immediately after using your blender, add a couple drops of dish washing soap and fill halfway with hot water. Cover and turn on for a moment. Rinse.
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Culinary Quiz
(Answer at the bottom of page)
A "Zongzi" (Mandarin name) is a specialty rice dumpling that is particularly popular during the Dragon Boat Festival in the summer. With what are zongzi traditionally wrapped before they are steamed?
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Quote:
"You have to eat to cook. You can't be a good cook and be a noneater. I think eating is the secret to good cooking."
- Julia Child (1912 - 2004)
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UPCOMING FOOD HOLIDAYS:
June is: National Papaya Month
National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month
National Iced Tea Month
National Dairy Month
National Seafood Month
June 19 - National Martini Day
June 20 - National Vanilla Milkshake Day
June 21 - National Peaches & Cream Day
June 22 - National Chocolate Eclair Day
June 23 - National Pecan Sandy Day
June 24 - National Creamy Pralines Day
June 25 - National Strawberry Parfait Day
June 26 - National Chocolate Pudding Day
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FUNNIES: Least Popular Ice Cream Flavors
9. Snooki & Cream
8. Boehner Orange Swirl
7. Mustachio
6. Chubby Huckabee
5. Smurf Chunk
4. Rocky Road to Economic Recovery
3. Mint Chocolate Tick
2. Banana Schwarzenegger Shriver Split
... and the #1 Least Popular Ice Cream Flavor ...
1. Michelle Obama's Low Fat, No Sugar Added, Gluten-Free Obesity Initiative Sorbet
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Applebee's Baby Back Ribs
3 racks (about 1 lb. each) pork baby back ribs, each cut in half
Barbecue sauce:
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup apple cider vinager
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon salt
1. Put ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover them. Bring water to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour or until ribs are fork tender.
2. Mix all sauce ingrediants together in a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring often, for 30 minutes or until slightly thickened.
3. Heat broiler. Line broiler with foil for easy cleanup. Place ribs, meat side down, on broiler pan, brush with 1/2 the sauce and broil 4-5 inches from heat source for 6 to 7 minutes. Turn ribs over, brush with remaining sauce and broil 6 to 7 minutes longer or until edges are slightly charred.
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Culinary Quiz Answer:
Bamboo leaves
Zongzi can also be wrapped in other inedible leaves, depending on the fragrance desired. The leaves are never eaten. Wrapped within the leaves, which are then steamed, is rice and an assortment of meats, nuts, beans and even small eggs. They are used to commemorate the death of the first Chinese poet of any fame, Qu Yuan.
* For quick cleanup, spray the blades of your food processor with nonstick spray before using.
* To cut grease and odor on dishes, add a tablespoon of vinegar to your hot soapy water.
* To clean your microwave, heat a bowl of water on high power for 5 to 10 minutes. Keep the oven closed for several more minutes to allow the steam to do its magic. Using oven mitts, carefully remove the bowl of water, then wipe the walls of the oven.
* To remove grease from inside your oven, put a small pan of ammonia in the oven in the evening, and then close the oven door. In the morning, remove the pan of ammonia. The grease inside the oven will wipe off very easily.
* Once a week, clean, disinfect and deodorize wood cutting blocks. Rub them with baking soda, then spray on full strength distilled white vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes, then rinse in clear water. It will bubble and froth as these two natural chemicals interact.
* Immediately after using your blender, add a couple drops of dish washing soap and fill halfway with hot water. Cover and turn on for a moment. Rinse.
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Culinary Quiz
(Answer at the bottom of page)
A "Zongzi" (Mandarin name) is a specialty rice dumpling that is particularly popular during the Dragon Boat Festival in the summer. With what are zongzi traditionally wrapped before they are steamed?
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Quote:
"You have to eat to cook. You can't be a good cook and be a noneater. I think eating is the secret to good cooking."
- Julia Child (1912 - 2004)
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UPCOMING FOOD HOLIDAYS:
June is: National Papaya Month
National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month
National Iced Tea Month
National Dairy Month
National Seafood Month
June 19 - National Martini Day
June 20 - National Vanilla Milkshake Day
June 21 - National Peaches & Cream Day
June 22 - National Chocolate Eclair Day
June 23 - National Pecan Sandy Day
June 24 - National Creamy Pralines Day
June 25 - National Strawberry Parfait Day
June 26 - National Chocolate Pudding Day
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FUNNIES: Least Popular Ice Cream Flavors
9. Snooki & Cream
8. Boehner Orange Swirl
7. Mustachio
6. Chubby Huckabee
5. Smurf Chunk
4. Rocky Road to Economic Recovery
3. Mint Chocolate Tick
2. Banana Schwarzenegger Shriver Split
... and the #1 Least Popular Ice Cream Flavor ...
1. Michelle Obama's Low Fat, No Sugar Added, Gluten-Free Obesity Initiative Sorbet
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Applebee's Baby Back Ribs3 racks (about 1 lb. each) pork baby back ribs, each cut in half
Barbecue sauce:
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup apple cider vinager
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon salt
1. Put ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover them. Bring water to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour or until ribs are fork tender.
2. Mix all sauce ingrediants together in a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring often, for 30 minutes or until slightly thickened.
3. Heat broiler. Line broiler with foil for easy cleanup. Place ribs, meat side down, on broiler pan, brush with 1/2 the sauce and broil 4-5 inches from heat source for 6 to 7 minutes. Turn ribs over, brush with remaining sauce and broil 6 to 7 minutes longer or until edges are slightly charred.
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Culinary Quiz Answer:
Bamboo leaves
Zongzi can also be wrapped in other inedible leaves, depending on the fragrance desired. The leaves are never eaten. Wrapped within the leaves, which are then steamed, is rice and an assortment of meats, nuts, beans and even small eggs. They are used to commemorate the death of the first Chinese poet of any fame, Qu Yuan.
