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Our Flag Flying Proudly One Nation Under God
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Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.
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God Bless Our Republic
I pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America,
and to the Republic, for which it stands;
one nation UNDER GOD,
indivisible,
with liberty and justice for all.
Prayers going up
Proudly Supporting Our U.S. Armed Forces!
Cooking, huh?
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Aloha Little Devil!
I’m gonna try those! Thanks!
Whenever I read the Gospels, I identify with the disciples. Like me, they seemed slow to catch on. Jesus kept saying things like “Don’t you understand it yet?” and “Are you still so dull?” (see Mark 7:18). Finally, however, Peter “got it,” at least one part of it. When Jesus asked, “Who do you say that I am?” Peter answered, “You are the Christ” (8:29).
Peter was right about the “who”—Jesus—but he was still wrong about the “how.” When Jesus predicted His death, Peter rebuked Him for it. Jesus, in turn, rebuked Peter: “Get behind Me, Satan! For you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men” (v.33).
Peter was still thinking in human ways of establishing kingdoms. One ruler would overthrow another and set up a new government. He was expecting Jesus to do the same. But Christ’s kingdom was going to come in a new way—through service and the sacrifice of His life.
The method God uses today hasn’t changed. Whereas Satan’s voice tempts us to gain power, the voice of Jesus tells us that the meek will inherit the earth (Matt. 5:5). To gain citizens for God’s kingdom, we must follow the example of Jesus, who set aside selfish ambitions, served others, and called people to repent of their sin.
Nice job Ms B!
The #1 way to cook well on a shoestring budget is to keep it simple.
I made a ton of chorizo con huevos y papas for breakfast this week
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I have a gourmet tip. Make split pea soup then in the last 3 minutes throw in some frozen peas. This adds a fresh and light component. Also try cooking split pea soup with some whole peppercorns thrown in. If you like split peas then try cooking whole dried peas as in the nursery rhyme. Whole dried peas were a staple food in old England
The lyrics to the rhyme are:
Pease porridge hot, pease porridge cold,
Pease porridge in the pot, nine days old;
Some like it hot, some like it cold,
Some like it in the pot, nine days old.[2]
Some bean advice-— Always soak 24 hours before cooking and always add salt and any tomaotoes at the end
I’ve been doing some Thai cooking lately that is about as simple as it gets.
Simmer sauce:
1 can reduced fat coconut milk
1 heaping tablespoon of either Red, Green or Yellow Curry Paste*
Put the coconut milk in a medium simmering skillet and medium heat. Whisk a generous tablespoon of your favorite curry paste into the milk and brink to a simmer. Let it cook gently for a few minutes then add any or all of the following:
Large pieces of chopped onion
Large pieces of chopped red or yellow bell pepper
Chopped Bak Choi
Water Chestnuts
Peeled and sliced chinese radish
Sprouts
Enoki Mushrooms
Any other vegetable that strikes your fancy
Large diced chicken breast
Large peeled shrimp
Frozen fish filets (we use tilapia)
When you have the sauce simmering, add the meat and cover, let it come back up to a simmer, then throw all the vegetables in on top, recover the pan and return to a simmer until the veggies are just crisp-tender and done. I usually finish this with a couple of shakes of a good quality fish sauce at service.
You’re poaching here, so don’t boil it...
Serve with rice.
I make Basmati or Jasmine rice in the rice cooker for this dish. I usually put in a can of Swanson’s chicken broth instead of water, along with a healthy pinch of crushed saffron.
The simmer sauce is as simple as it gets, and you can substitute any number of things to simmer, as well as changing the kind of curry paste you use.
Don’t cheap out on curry paste. Find a good Asian market in your area and look for a good brand (other than Thai Kitchen...). I found some that is made locally, and they hand crush their own chilis...it’s good stuff! You should experiment with the paste to find your level of taste. Some curry paste is mild while others are quite spicy and hot; but it depends on how much you use.
While you’re at it, pick up a bottle of red chili sauce...it’s great on everything!
Awesome thread, Sis!!! (((hugs)))
I, of course, was taken by the peanut butter cookies. mmmmm!
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Lamh Foistenach Abu! Evening. Yum! I’m an incurable foodie.
Wonderful thread, Schatzi, Smooch.
Whenever I make chicken or a meat dish I use the leftover fat/bones to make stock.
For chicken stock:
Chicken fat/bones, bay leaves, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, parsley, celery salt, onions, garlic, celery, carrots and enough water to fill your stock pot.
Simmer for a couple of hours on low and then cool. Drain into containers and freeze. I freeze them into 2 cup containers and then use them for soups and gravies.
I love using 1-2 frozen containers for minestrone or zucchini soups especially.
For beef stock:
Beef bones/fat, parsley, garlic, onions, carrots, celery and water.
Sometimes I have the stock with a little pastina and parmesan cheese. Yummy comfort food and the kids love it.
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Good morning, Everyone.
Good morning to our
AWESOME
Military, our Allies, and their families.
Thank you, Miz B, for preparing the Canteen for today's activities.
Now our local DC Metroland weather report
~ Today... Sunny. Cooler with highs in the lower 40s. North winds 5 to 10 mph...Becoming east this afternoon.
~ Tonight...Mostly clear in the evening...Then becoming mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 20s. Southeast winds around 5 mph.
Guess my graphics are going to be scarce until I get my new computer
I've tapped out my possible upgrades and now Firefox keeps asking for plug ins.
Sorry, but I'm going to be in FR for a very short time and then out quickly. Won't be around much today.
I'm hoping Friday will be much better.
I've got to make my rounds.
But, you stay right where you are. Keep the troops entertained and the Canteen clean...
Cause...if you don't...I'll tell Ma!
WE'RE OPEN
Come in and sit for a while.
There's always plenty of coffee, pancakes, conversation, silliness,
and plain old BS
PLEASE REMEMBER THEM ....
DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM
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