tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52159436046138373272024-03-11T19:26:24.384-07:00Why are you Reviewing Me?Opinions, Recipes, and ReviewsStella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.comBlogger481125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-76770472129220461502024-03-06T11:04:00.001-07:002024-03-06T11:04:00.150-07:00Make you're own vanilla extract<div style="text-align: left;">Making your own vanilla extract is not difficult but it does take a minute. Or 264,960 minutes if you're counting. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><u>Need: </u></b></div>Patience<br />About six months<br /><div style="text-align: left;">Preferably two 8 ounce jar(s) with a tight lid(s) <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">12 to 16 vanilla beans/pods* <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Vodka*</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">*good vodka. good beans/pods.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">By good I mean not the cheapest out there. For my extract, I use Tito's or <a href="https://www.fivewivesvodka.com/" target="_blank">Five Wives</a> (a local Utah brand). </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">By good beans/pods, I also mean not the cheapest out there. There are Grade A and Grade B beans/pods and my understanding is that the Grade A are longer in size. Grade B are slightly cheaper (and apparently recommended for making extract). I have used both Grade A and B and do not have a preference. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">I have heard that the <a href="https://amzn.to/3uWCrAJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Madagascar Organic Vanilla</a> and <a href="https://amzn.to/3T6fSS6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tahitian Vanilla </a>beans/pods are good. Both are Grade A. I haven't tried Tahitian. I suggest trying a couple different kinds of beans/pods. Maybe you can tell a difference in taste/quality, but honestly, I cannot. <i>Me palate is not refined.</i> I used a <a href="https://amzn.to/3V3LCtB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Grade B Madagascar</a> Vanilla Bean from Amazon for my current batch and it's as good as any I've tried. I get my vanilla on Amazon because it's better than what I can find at local grocers, and often slightly cheaper online. Plus, I don't have to leave my house. #Winning<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">To begin, you want to wipe your vanilla beans with a damp paper towel to clean them. Make a slit down the side of the beans (you don't need to cut in half but it won't hurt them). Basically you're just opening them up to expose the vodka to the vanilla. If any of the bean guts come out, just scrape them into your jar. The guts are the good stuff. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Add 6 to 8 beans (about 1/2 to 3/4 ounce/15g to 21g) to a clean, dry jar. Cover the beans with 8 ounces of vodka. You can fold or cut the beans in half if they're too tall to be completely submerged. Close tightly and give a good shake. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Put the jar in the back of your cupboard or some other dark place where it will sit until you remember it again. The jar needs to be out of direct sunlight. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Give your jar a vigorous shake every 6 weeks or so. I usually shake mine on the first day of the month when I change my calendar (because the jar is in the same cupboard where the calendar hangs). Set a reminder on your phone or just don't worry about it. But it'll be better vodka if you give it a shake routinely. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now the patience part. You need to let your vodka sit for AT LEAST six months before you use it. The longer it sits, the better it tastes. Some people say you can use the extract after two months. <i>I believe those people are wrong</i>. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">I suggest making two jars at once so you've always got a jar in use, and a jar brewing. During the holidays, we will easily use a whole 8 ounce jar so it's good to always have a spare. Especially when you're waiting months for it to be ready. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Plus, I promise once you make your own vanilla extract and let it age 6 months to a year (the longer, the better), you'll never use store bought again. It really is that good and your food tastes better for it. And you know exactly what's in it. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-31918291494032141062024-03-04T22:22:00.005-07:002024-03-04T23:01:36.489-07:00Pecan Pie Cheesecake The marriage you've all been waiting for:<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOAYLV3HqllL2c9_X312qfoTcW2W7nZjfK9xOQOVSm-NtyAR2ig3KrbOstJVku9iSQACSjvXgdJKhfhffQ5Z-K6Ct0nLMQeL8CEo4LRDtYdXL0oRc0Vdvx8bN_IxeI9kNZgWeguA6kjsOsTXm51xWFZzX4QZGG2SMgrRCiv8h9uP6_zoa0SdnBFgd_/s1000/cheesecake.jpg" style="padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="714" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOAYLV3HqllL2c9_X312qfoTcW2W7nZjfK9xOQOVSm-NtyAR2ig3KrbOstJVku9iSQACSjvXgdJKhfhffQ5Z-K6Ct0nLMQeL8CEo4LRDtYdXL0oRc0Vdvx8bN_IxeI9kNZgWeguA6kjsOsTXm51xWFZzX4QZGG2SMgrRCiv8h9uP6_zoa0SdnBFgd_/s200/cheesecake.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0cWjC3df59ABBNshTh0a3YEFAmFVuqElyHxOJCZDZBa56wUDHKXGdKW61uJqBVORaH_FvcxL04wFozNFRBc-5JqqEd6wCHoCmloBcmqeiJnBi9yLHeOGxXehZydf86ChEKXB8Z-pf9z-44ebonl9gGarnTxM0dM-W1jn_fAYncrdNaYJyp6F3w_Z2/s408/pecan%20pie%20slice.jpg" style="padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="408" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0cWjC3df59ABBNshTh0a3YEFAmFVuqElyHxOJCZDZBa56wUDHKXGdKW61uJqBVORaH_FvcxL04wFozNFRBc-5JqqEd6wCHoCmloBcmqeiJnBi9yLHeOGxXehZydf86ChEKXB8Z-pf9z-44ebonl9gGarnTxM0dM-W1jn_fAYncrdNaYJyp6F3w_Z2/s200/pecan%20pie%20slice.jpg" width="200" /></a> </p><p>THE Pecan Pie Cheesecake.</p><p>I've also made this for a friend who is lactose intolerant using vegan cream cheese, dairy free sour cream, and vegan butter. NOTE: You must add more sugar to the cheesecake because something about missing lactose resulted in a less sweet cheesecake. I added an extra 1/3 cup sugar and that solved the issue. </p><p><b>INGREDIENTS <br /></b><br />
<b><u>Crust: </u></b><br />
1 3/4 cup Ginger snaps<br />
1/4 cup light brown sugar<br />
1/3 cup butter (melted)<br /><br />
<b><u>Pie Filling:</u></b><br />
3/4 cup granulated sugar<br />
2/3 cup dark corn syrup<br />
1/3 cup butter<br />
2 large eggs, lightly beaten<br />
1 1/2 cup pecans (chopped but not fine)<br />
1 tablespoon bourbon (or vanilla extract)<br /><br />
<b><u>Cheesecake: </u></b><br />
3 eight ounce pkgs cream cheese, room temperature<br />
1 cup light brown sugar<br />
3 tablespoons all purpose flour<br />
4 large eggs, room temperature<br />
1 cup sour cream<br /><br />
<b>Instructions: </b> Preheat oven to 350° Place oven racks so one is at the very bottom of the oven, and the next one as close to middle as you can get it. This will make sense later. <br /><br />
<b>Begin with the crust: </b> Add cookies to a food processor or blender and pulverize them into the consistency of sand. Add crumbs to a bowl and mix in sugar. Then add the melted butter. Mix well and transfer to a lined springform pan (NOTE: you can add parchment paper to only the bottom of your pan and grease the sides, or you can line the whole pan. It’s purely a matter of preference. Press the crumb mix into the bottom and sides of the pan (about halfway to the top). <br /><br />
Place crust in the oven on a cookie sheet and bake for 5 to 7 minutes at 350°. Remove from oven and set aside.<br /><br />
<b>Next make the pecan pie:</b> Add the sugar, syrup, butter, pecans and bourbon into the pan. Mix in the beaten eggs. Make sure all ingredients are thoroughly mixed BEFORE you add heat. Otherwise you’ll end up with scrambled eggs. Once everything is mixed add heat. Bring the mixture to a boil. Turn down heat to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes. Trust me on this.<br /><br />
Remove from heat and pour the mixture into the crust and set aside.<br /><br />
<b>Finally, you make the cheesecake:</b> First, reduce the oven temp to 325°<br /><br />
Using your kitchen aid or electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until it is a creamy texture. Slowly add sugar and flour. When that is completely mixed, add the eggs one at a time, beating just enough to mix the egg. Next, stir or fold in (by hand) the sour cream and bourbon until completely mixed. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the pecan pie filling.<br /><br />
Bake in the oven for one hour. After one hour, turn off the oven (do not open the oven door). Just turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake there for another hour. <br /><br />
After hour two, remove the cheesecake from the oven and run a knife around the edges (if you didn’t line the edges of the pan. Cook the cheesecake for at least 30 minutes but overnight is better because the flavors have time to set and develop. <br /><br />
NOTES:<br /><br />
1. The bourbon. The alcohol will cook out. I routinely use bourbon in recipes calling for Vanilla extract if I’m out. I don’t find bourbon changes the taste of the recipe.<br /><br />
2. Bake your cheesecake on a cookie sheet. I do this for two reasons: spills and a barrier between the heat and the bottom of the cake pan.<br /><br />
3. Be aware of your altitude. I notice things take longer to boil/cook at a higher altitude.<br /><br />
4. Instead of a water bath I place a 3 quart casserole dish on the bottom rack of the oven and I fill it with hot water. It stays in the oven until you remove the cheesecake. I don’t do the full <a href="https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/cheesecake-water-bath/" target="_blank">water bath method</a> because it never works for me. I’ve had the water leak into the custard/cheesecake and that my friends will ruin a day. And maybe cause tears if it’s already 3am and you’re still baking for the big holiday dinner tomorrow. Hypothetically. <br /><br />The purpose of a water bath is to avoid cracks in the cheesecake and to allow for a more even bake. My cheesecakes do not crack. They’re creamy and delicious. And they’ve never baked unevenly.<br /><br />
5. I use a gas oven on convection bake. I have had electric ovens and non-convection ovens and the only thing to you need to know is whether your oven cooks hotter/faster than what a recipe normally calls for, and adjusting for that. Your cheesecake may still be jiggly when you remove it from the oven. That doesn’t mean it’s not done. You cannot check it with a toothpick, so just check the jiggle. If it jiggles everywhere, cook it a little longer. Only the middle should still have some jiggle.<br /><br />
You can also check with a thermometer in the dead center of your cheesecake. If the temp is between 150° and 160° it should be done. You’ll have a small hole in the top, but that’s not end of the world once you cut it. Or put a nut there. Whatever works.<br /><br />
6. Finally, this cheesecake does not need a garnish in my opinion, but if you’d like one that won’t give you diabetes (I’m looking at you<a href="https://reviews.whyrustalkingme.com/2021/07/ducle-de-leche-and-bourbon-sauce-and.html" target="_blank"> Dulce De Leche</a>) I've got a great Bourbon sauce:<br /><br />
<b>Bourbon Sauce:</b><br />
1/2 cup butter<br />
1/2 cup dark brown sugar<br />
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream<br />
3 tablespoons Bourbon <br /><br />
Melt butter, sugar and heavy cream over low heat. Stir constantly until sugar is completely dissolved. Allow to simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and SLOWLY add the bourbon. Stir completely. Serve warm. (You can make this without the heavy cream it is just a little runnier).<br /><br />
PS: This recipe makes a HUGE but shallow cheesecake (10” springform pan) or a thicker cheesecake in a 9" springform pan. BUT you can cut the recipe in half without loosing flavor/consistency. I do that and make one smaller cheesecake (6” springform pan), or two small cheesecakes (4” springform pan). I make a full batch, using the 4” pans to give away at Christmas. I can get 4 small cheesecakes from a full batch.<br /><br />
PPS: This cheesecake freezes well. I've eaten it after freezing for about 3 weeks and it was still delicious.</p><p><span style="font-size: xx-small;">Images from https://stock.adobe.com <br /></span>
</p>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-67774237983446972292024-03-03T00:40:00.000-07:002024-03-04T23:49:07.878-07:00<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjexCNuUWVNsDRFcs25WiILqW_wDhocsWV1zpJ50SFF5IEkz53jlRMVETeEuReoSVEbMAgq3ctQeIfL6ZOt3ya3IPxINs9MphUJK4YenQoz_EFKxfQg9S9j2j33ew_v0O774uxmXWwN940o4BC9Yr1xrbmql35OU0Z5htkIDmpTjPBdQQ7v9MVgaE4n/s480/b840b781a429e1b6a2ff0c546c3e651210703db7-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="360" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjexCNuUWVNsDRFcs25WiILqW_wDhocsWV1zpJ50SFF5IEkz53jlRMVETeEuReoSVEbMAgq3ctQeIfL6ZOt3ya3IPxINs9MphUJK4YenQoz_EFKxfQg9S9j2j33ew_v0O774uxmXWwN940o4BC9Yr1xrbmql35OU0Z5htkIDmpTjPBdQQ7v9MVgaE4n/w300-h400/b840b781a429e1b6a2ff0c546c3e651210703db7-6.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br />This is a <a href="https://amzn.to/3SWR6E4">three tier pull down spice rack</a>. It was the first thing I wanted on my list of wants for the new house. Finding one that wasn't a bazillion dollars though, that's another story. And Amazon didn't have any that were not expensive AND in stock at the same time. <p></p><p>I think I found this on some random website and bought it at 3 in the morning or something because I cannot for the life of me recall where I got it, I only know it showed up one day and I said, oh yea. I forgot about you. </p><p>This was trickier to install than the <a href="http://reviews.whyrustalkingme.com/2024/02/wine-rack-from-amazon.html">wine rack</a>. I had to measure, mark, drill, remark and re-drill, remeasure, and again perform body contortions. But finally I got it. And it's one of the best things I've ever owned with regard to space saving projects. </p><p>ten out of ten recommend. <br /></p>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-58478336207099776722024-02-29T01:34:00.009-07:002024-02-29T01:34:00.155-07:00DIY Re Upholstered Couch and Chair<p>When I first my new house, I fell in love with the small "formal" living room. I knew this would be the Christmas Tree room in December. That was the only plan I had. The room gets great eastern light and it's become my grow plants, lounge and read while the dogs nap on me, room. My son in law calls it the terrarium room. </p><p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKnqKYzWOzUbWfhFz8g9PEt9iQniy8aMSz-sxuGjaJv2EMcTlHpvp1Wl2BqHjKLtHqyZLHlWnKMyVdeRiVYfluKKrg_KQzdRxjLCf4mjUuARdAE9PV7vn-zYNkCv8JWyLZZaPUsjhZ2rQK6j8HrLFwGyLboo6n4fk4oWOj0kD9FY3aLGzQDgPMA4q0/s1440/2024-01-15_15-02-03_373.jpeg" style="padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1440" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKnqKYzWOzUbWfhFz8g9PEt9iQniy8aMSz-sxuGjaJv2EMcTlHpvp1Wl2BqHjKLtHqyZLHlWnKMyVdeRiVYfluKKrg_KQzdRxjLCf4mjUuARdAE9PV7vn-zYNkCv8JWyLZZaPUsjhZ2rQK6j8HrLFwGyLboo6n4fk4oWOj0kD9FY3aLGzQDgPMA4q0/w234-h176/2024-01-15_15-02-03_373.jpeg" width="234" /> </a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm6fwGAFcyI34DKLqtsGj9BhGpZWg_QlsRG8A-BGaIKByGC2T7VVymdT2loek3RHtZ8NGEdpKJEhqF-faz5OcN4cF1ICCMVN_xvZK5fReoBrCpAM54v26hQF-nZaHmBkNt8uPCXX3BppcQvK6Jv8bqr1CKNbd2CztAfiAWLyrut4VP0Tvp9kg-sOzu/s1440/2024-01-15_15-02-03_421.jpeg" style="padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1440" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm6fwGAFcyI34DKLqtsGj9BhGpZWg_QlsRG8A-BGaIKByGC2T7VVymdT2loek3RHtZ8NGEdpKJEhqF-faz5OcN4cF1ICCMVN_xvZK5fReoBrCpAM54v26hQF-nZaHmBkNt8uPCXX3BppcQvK6Jv8bqr1CKNbd2CztAfiAWLyrut4VP0Tvp9kg-sOzu/w235-h176/2024-01-15_15-02-03_421.jpeg" width="235" /></a>
<br /><br />Anyway, I knew that I wanted a loungy couch in here. So I found this red gem at a going out of business sale. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc-JnE7m802xUPrs53-UStBU9GgXYDUqmrcpIWdniJ-BNifiEeMaxO-qGd1mv1XFIuh5uuHyT41w-T0N3AYtJRpbCJxz7v5eXtq_gta3mK0Tdb0nBTwpqr5JoAk1kdnqWRVBRWJ4KAAxQPjEc0brX__4lrFkA_hwhEytjPU9maIe6GvwHNBYnPs7we/s512/red%20couch.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="512" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc-JnE7m802xUPrs53-UStBU9GgXYDUqmrcpIWdniJ-BNifiEeMaxO-qGd1mv1XFIuh5uuHyT41w-T0N3AYtJRpbCJxz7v5eXtq_gta3mK0Tdb0nBTwpqr5JoAk1kdnqWRVBRWJ4KAAxQPjEc0brX__4lrFkA_hwhEytjPU9maIe6GvwHNBYnPs7we/w320-h240/red%20couch.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>I searched for about a month until I found the material I wanted, a suede-y but easy to clean, soft and welcoming material in a smokey blue/grey. (I really wanted a deep, deep red wine color but I couldn't find material that was under $1,000). </p><p>So, after I found the material, I bought an electric staple gun, some
razor wire stuff (flexible metal tack strip), a staple puller, pliers, I watched at least 10 hours of videos on how to
reupholster your own furniture, and how to recover buttons and and tuft a
couch; then I bought more supplies, thousands of staples, buttons,
scissors, twine, and new legs for the couch because the that came on the
couch were gross. <br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEM8aYrXpt6YPdf3G8L9a1zjVx3joQoDVFWnwSt9P71RnQ-8JBQZ2IJbAi45vTpYJc4VCa7jSy6W33HTXobYVCVJgvqXY0gv3MLPlFx_4CXahL4boaPqRQMBBRfDr-acB6a-nluP7BTw_LJFvTWmqOYJ-Mn80GvNlAYGG6g5l1SHFNgSB2Vkg0EJwn/s512/Couch%20Done.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="512" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEM8aYrXpt6YPdf3G8L9a1zjVx3joQoDVFWnwSt9P71RnQ-8JBQZ2IJbAi45vTpYJc4VCa7jSy6W33HTXobYVCVJgvqXY0gv3MLPlFx_4CXahL4boaPqRQMBBRfDr-acB6a-nluP7BTw_LJFvTWmqOYJ-Mn80GvNlAYGG6g5l1SHFNgSB2Vkg0EJwn/s320/Couch%20Done.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>It took three weekends to completely disassemble, then reassemble, cover, and finish; and be happy with my efforts. The videos weren't lying when they said THOUSANDS of staples. <p></p><p>I didn't take photos of the process, though I wish I would have because it would have been helpful for the next project. <br /></p><p>It's hard to tell how good she really looks with the shadows and the indentation from my ass, but I'm proud of her. </p><p>I had almost a whole roll of material left so I decided I'd recover my old lady chair. She was a cool ten bucks at the Goodwill. I got her in 2015 and she is so comfortable. The dramas gave me endless shit for having an "old lady chair" until the first time they sat there. THE most comfortable chair for reading that I've ever owned. No joke. </p><p>BUT. I don't have room for her in this house. So I asked Drama #1 if she wanted the chair for her new house. She did. And I said I'd get right on it. </p><p><i>Narrator: she did not get right on it.</i></p><p>Instead, I got the seat recovered, and the inside front sections done and then my stapler broke. By the time I got a new one, it was summer; then I was really busy. And lazy. But mostly really busy. So the chair sat in the spare bedroom, half done, lonely and sad, waiting for me to finish. And finally I did. This month. Literally, two years after I started. I'm glad it's done and out of my house. Drama #1 is glad it's done. And I'm proud of this one too: </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVS6NGgdMthZE6mSN61FW0BKxkjTUB4R5PjFxp2xQItqMehUbSkxcAzHXSgF5qtzfB0rmNMRxlhl_o9qbq2nzkzyw39LUYn2mJ3vPn9BxVi6Ovb97dtcLAyw5UcH8yWTbdYhqEvUVuV2rPL_msMyddzWz2rJl_RvYaEXzZv9qrR57VgB_yuzcigTN0/s480/Old%20Lady%20Chair.jpg" style="clear: left; display: block; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"> <img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="360" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVS6NGgdMthZE6mSN61FW0BKxkjTUB4R5PjFxp2xQItqMehUbSkxcAzHXSgF5qtzfB0rmNMRxlhl_o9qbq2nzkzyw39LUYn2mJ3vPn9BxVi6Ovb97dtcLAyw5UcH8yWTbdYhqEvUVuV2rPL_msMyddzWz2rJl_RvYaEXzZv9qrR57VgB_yuzcigTN0/s320/Old%20Lady%20Chair.jpg" /> <img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="360" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8sHJhsF_g6Csxaq4gL32TpBkSaFoR-jXpIU863oQXJzXNHQTNDMMxnlC4mS1Qik8LOfkLdCCcAO48_Q1T-Ck0hmrVRbLAy_5U0mjWj-5So_wYly2npDUUvj1PEbC9iswayXA5uBrPmqMvD5We56ZcowePSvMfsm9gEyQPOWvdhIBBxOqCdYALxCEf/s320/Chair%20done.jpg" /></a></div>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-32380013683079039902024-02-26T22:21:00.003-07:002024-02-26T22:21:52.666-07:00Wine Rack from Amazon<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Q02v3sCjifEosbGSEZlM5PmdYXnFq2CYmTLKgE0t5G7Jx8iZhnzzIsuYEefuZIE6AO2CIlhbwK3cRtgWH88SB1G-WOanZjL244b4AkKbaxazC3EQp23qZKRcqtH3i7QESmmUOa5X8gjEec-mZn0uaidMzRSFDRteCG9V8xHfVjEmU-dtjduB1pGD/s1500/71gHgsdz3-L._AC_SL1500_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1315" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_Q02v3sCjifEosbGSEZlM5PmdYXnFq2CYmTLKgE0t5G7Jx8iZhnzzIsuYEefuZIE6AO2CIlhbwK3cRtgWH88SB1G-WOanZjL244b4AkKbaxazC3EQp23qZKRcqtH3i7QESmmUOa5X8gjEec-mZn0uaidMzRSFDRteCG9V8xHfVjEmU-dtjduB1pGD/w176-h200/71gHgsdz3-L._AC_SL1500_.jpg" width="176" /></a></div>When I bought my house two years ago, I started a list of improvements and I had a relatively small list of wants. One thing I really wanted was a hanging rack for my wine glasses. I found the <a href="https://amzn.to/3IjIUbO" target="_blank">Torfican Wine Glass Holder on Amazon*</a> and knew it was exactly what I needed. <p></p><br />I was able to install the racks with just a screwdriver and some body conditioning. I'm very happy with how the racks turned out. Now I just need to get some cupboard doors with glass in them to complete the look. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNGgbSWfkioI523s3rzE_W7Vy2HXlHZlRqfNUmCVF9jkdhPtaZoNTPcqmdx84u8NpZKeK4jaSAT2zTDcfbUJjSb-TeHobkv4nwpvOet_4_yet4JdQ0yllFogX6kCrnen4ZzyHG8hXiz7K11t6TnnSQmTknVBaCyaTZ4G-zp4_EpXbywAM0EN7thqK9/s480/b840b781a429e1b6a2ff0c546c3e651210703db7-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="480" height="351" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNGgbSWfkioI523s3rzE_W7Vy2HXlHZlRqfNUmCVF9jkdhPtaZoNTPcqmdx84u8NpZKeK4jaSAT2zTDcfbUJjSb-TeHobkv4nwpvOet_4_yet4JdQ0yllFogX6kCrnen4ZzyHG8hXiz7K11t6TnnSQmTknVBaCyaTZ4G-zp4_EpXbywAM0EN7thqK9/w468-h351/b840b781a429e1b6a2ff0c546c3e651210703db7-5.jpg" width="468" /></a></div><p></p>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-25578205370243993722024-01-11T02:30:00.016-07:002024-01-11T02:30:00.131-07:00Chewy Crispy Flat Cinnamon Rolls<p>I know I said I wouldn't bore you some weird post about how this recipe was given to my family centuries ago and we only make it on special occasions or when someone dies. But I lied. Sorta. </p><p>I recall my mom making cinnamon rolls and then rolling them out flat in more sugar and cinnamon and baking them until the edges were crispy but they were also chewy delicious. <i>They were way better than her carrot cake. Just sayin.</i></p><p>So the other day I decided to make them and let me say this, they did not disappoint. Crispy outer edges that were also chewy and just the right amount of diabetes for my liking. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://rhodesbakenserv.com/cinnamon-rolls-2/" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="https://rhodesbakenserv.com/cinnamon-rolls-2/" border="0" data-original-height="389" data-original-width="400" height="254" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgevRqu5GSoh3M3_B7fGjkdNNhZ4oXhVVtAJLmzw3kxGEaZfHU3drNYjM-0IpEWfTTS1QdmaDltrUZG_PVBl7G3GbI99jD8Y8H1aqKcYY8_c1X8G1wprA8Jpd2JEpq-YjC_k6ZAzwUdh8YI5tw7huazNVRLMAIOnEK_W8tYe4mhlTkPX7vsGtV5pEge/w263-h254/rhoads.png" title="Rhodes Frozen Cinnamon Roll Dough" width="263" /></a></div><p></p><p><u><b>Ingredients:</b></u> </p>1 cup sugar<br />1 to 2 tablespoons cinnamon <br />4 cinnamon rolls<p>I didn't make my own dough, because time. So I used the Rhodes frozen cinnamon rolls. I did a quick thaw method (preheat oven to 175°, turn off and place frozen rolls on a baking tray and leave for 15-20 minutes (longer if you're not in a hurry) to thaw. <i> </i></p><p><i>You can use homemade dough. I'm lazy and when I want a snack, I want it within 30 minutes</i>. </p><p>DO NOT allow the rolls to raise (frozen or homemade). Once the cinnamon rolls have thawed, remove from oven. <br /></p><p>Make your cinnamon sugar mixture and set it aside<br /></p><p></p><p>Heat your oven to 350° this time,<br /></p><p>Spread out about 1/4 cup of the sugar cinnamon mixture and place one cinnamon roll in the center, roll it around and flip it in cinnamon/sugar then using a rolling pin roll it flat, about 1/8 inch thick, think the thickness of two thick tortillas stacked on each other, but flatter than pita bread. Flip and make sure both sides are dusted in the cinnamon sugar. </p><p>Place on a lined baking sheet (I recommend parchment paper, but if you don't have that, use non stick spray). Place the now flat rolls about one inch apart. They're not going to expand much. </p><p>Bake at 350° for 13 to 15 minutes. Until golden brown.</p><p>Enjoy! <br /></p>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-37965659150796749682023-12-01T23:57:00.003-07:002023-12-01T23:57:00.131-07:00Candied Yams (or Sweet Potatos)<p> <b><u>Ingredients:</u></b></p><p>1/2 stick melted butter<br />1/4 teaspoon salt<br />1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<br />1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg<br />1/4 teaspoon ground ginger<br />1/2 cup granulated sugar<br />1/2 cup dark brown sugar (okay to use light)<br />1 Tablespoon vanilla extract<br />1 cup chopped pecans (optional)<br />3 or 4 medium sized yams (IDK what is medium. To me, medium is long and thick, like two soda cans long and about as wide around)<br /><br /><b><u>Instructions: <br /></u></b><br />Preheat the oven to 375 F.<br /><br />Melt butter in microwave and set aside to cool, but NOT solidify.</p><p>Peel the yams then knife em. You can slice or cube or chunk, just be consistent in width so they cook evenly. Place in large bowl and set aside.<br /><br />In a small bowl, combine the spices and sugars. Mix well. <br /><br />Now spray a 9” by 13” pan with non stick spray, OR, line the sides/bottom of your pan with parchment paper.<br /><br />Pour the butter and vanilla over the yams in the bowl. Dump in the sugar and spices and pecans. Mix until all the yams are coated then pour into the pan and cover with foil. </p><p>You’ll bake these for 35 to 45 minutes, depending on your oven. </p><p>At the 20 minute mark, remove the foil and stir. Recover and put back in oven for 15 minutes. Check your yams at this point. Keep checking every 5 to 7 minutes until they’re done (poked with a fork there is no resistance). <br /><br />When the yams are done, remove from the oven, uncover and let sit 5 to 15 minutes (this will thicken the sauce).<br /><br />PS: when the yams are done, remove foil and cover with mini marshmallows (about ½ bag is what I use). Place under broiler for 5 to 7 minutes. WATCH CAREFULLY so the marshmallows don’t burn. Remove and let sit 5 to 15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.<br /><br />PPS: you can boil your yams before you coat and bake. I don't know why you'd do this, but if you want to cut down on some of the baking time it makes sense. My issue with boiling first is the yams get mushy. Baked yams are tender but firm, whereas boiled yams are mushy when you bite into them AND they don't absorb the sugar and spices so you're just eating a boiled yam with syrup. Don't let me tell you how to like your yams. You do you. It's fine. It's FINE.<br /><br />PPS: you can make the the day before and reheat but I would not make them any sooner than that. Also, if you freeze them they seem to be mushy upon reheat. Yams are finicky.<br /><br /></p>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-91882042598894926412023-11-30T20:41:00.000-07:002023-11-30T20:41:24.885-07:00Apology<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_gZv7WwTaLIUi61_4ALP04Xn1D8XSC8wMeRocd6jtpS7tHJ_6Plg3Nc-wvEE_OZkMmAEvdM09RtpmW0CENz6HI1YOrQRlnBB5HWTW25BvMZgniR3kGlm5ccOPC75h4VEcvhcJNWxcAR1FCZkKwd2rKBrgZUxgpfjB65kboE0sgsODR-DHC8Ingxzj/s687/pensatucky.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Pennsatucky" border="0" data-original-height="571" data-original-width="687" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_gZv7WwTaLIUi61_4ALP04Xn1D8XSC8wMeRocd6jtpS7tHJ_6Plg3Nc-wvEE_OZkMmAEvdM09RtpmW0CENz6HI1YOrQRlnBB5HWTW25BvMZgniR3kGlm5ccOPC75h4VEcvhcJNWxcAR1FCZkKwd2rKBrgZUxgpfjB65kboE0sgsODR-DHC8Ingxzj/w252-h209/pensatucky.png" title="https://imgflip.com/memegenerator/23092715/pennsatucky-arms-up" width="252" /></a></div>Okay look. I want to say something. Just before the holiday I was browsing the internets looking for a recipe my mom used to make. Can I just tell you the amount of minutia I had to wade through just to get an ingredients list? <br /><p></p><p>I do not want a long, drawn out, boring ass history lesson about the food I'm about to spend hours cooking so my family can snarf it down in less than 10 minutes. </p><p>I just don't. <br /></p><p>I apologize to everyone out there for any recipe I posted that contains a college thesis. </p><p>xo <br /></p><p>S</p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">#Humbled #WhyAmILikeThis #GetOffMyLawn<br /></p><p><br /></p>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-91316099770192371812023-11-09T16:55:00.001-07:002023-11-10T00:55:19.721-07:00Tater Tot Pie<p>Ingredients:</p><p>1 lb ground beef</p><p>1 medium onion </p><p>1 Tbs butter</p><p>1 bag tater tots</p><p>1 large can </p><br />I chopped the only onion I had, sauteed it in a little butter, then added the now defrosted hamburger, seasoned with some garlic salt and pepper, and browned it up like I was making taco meat.<br /><br />While the burger was browning, I took to the task of spraying a 9x13 cake pan with non stick spray. Then I stood each of those cute little tater tots on end and lined that pan all sorts of orderly. And pretty.<br /><br />When the burger was done, I drained the excess grease and added my large can of cream of mushroom soup and a 1/2 cup of milk. When the soupy burger mixture was hot and steamy, I poured it across the tots and then added a layer of shredded cheese to the top.<br /><br />I baked it at 400° for about 40 minutes. When the dinger went off, I proclaimed dinner was served.<br /><br />The 16 year old wouldn't eat it. The 18 year old said it was delicious. The Man and I decided it was good enough to fill us up but it wasn't going on the permanent what sounds good for dinner menu.<br />Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-65012100547189496122021-07-03T01:22:00.001-07:002024-03-04T21:57:46.475-07:00Ducle De Leche and Bourbon Sauce and Rum Sauce <div style="text-align: left;">I present you three easy sauces or ice cream, or cheesecake, or pineapple upside down cake, or bread pudding, or to dip apples in, or because it's raining outside and you want to eat it on a spoon or because it's Tuesday. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Dulce De Leche: </b>Heat 1 can Dulce De Leche in microwave safe bowl for 30 to 45 seconds. spread it on the cheesecake, or add a few drops of milk to thin and pour over cake, ice cream, cheesecake, etc. </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Authentic Recipe: https://www.piesandtacos.com/how-to-make-dulce-de-leche-without-condensed-milk/ <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Knock off Dulce De Leche:</b> Remove label from a can of sweetened condensed milk. place the sealed can in a large pot of water. Bring the water to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 3 hours. CHECK YOUR WATER level every 30 minutes or so and make sure the can is ALWAYS covered with water. I've seen people do this in a slow cooker to but I've never tried it that way. There is also an oven method, but I've never tried that either. At the 3 hour point, turn off the heat and go do something for several hours. you MUST allow the water AND can cool together. Do NOT remove the can until it's completely cooled. If you can grab it with your bare hand, and it's not still warm, it's done cooling. If it's even a little bit warm, go away and come back later. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Rum or Bourbon Sauce:</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">1/2 cup butter</div><div style="text-align: left;">1/2 cup dark brown sugar</div><div style="text-align: left;">2/3 cup heavy whipping cream</div><div style="text-align: left;">3 tablespoons Bourbon or Dark Rum </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Melt butter, sugar and heavy cream over low heat. Stir constantly until sugar is completely dissolved. allow to simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and SLOWLY add the bourbon/rum. Stir completely. Serve warm. (you can make this without the heavy cream it is just a little runnier). <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-26449702193926986652018-10-05T10:59:00.001-07:002018-10-05T10:59:11.982-07:00So many things!I've done so much in the past year. Got divorced. Found a new version of the old me. Tried new recipes. Explored new places. Learned how to fix things, like the bathroom sink handle that wouldn't turn, frame and sheetrock a window, mud and tape a bedroom, convert a sprinkler system to a drip system (thank you You-Tube!), tile a backsplash in my kitchen! Read new books. <br />
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So many things!<br />
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And all of these things are just milling around in my brain. <br />
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So I shall share them. Because if I had to look them up, someone else probably did too. <br />
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You guys are so lucky to have me! <br />
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Kidding.<br />
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Sorta. Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-48996016653494373162017-06-29T15:01:00.003-07:002023-11-17T17:31:10.020-07:003 Hip Hop Moves For Fitness<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Exercise is very important to physical and mental fitness. Second only to your diet, getting proper exercise is essential in your quest for a healthy body. However, there are some people who dread the very idea of going to a gym. A stationary bike is going nowhere in their book and an elliptical is out of the question. These people struggle the most with weight loss and acquiring a fit body. The trick is finding a way to work your body and burn calories, while you are having fun. They have conquered the concept of healthy eating and treats are usually reserved for </span><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.sweetservices.com/bulk-sugar-free-candy/" style="font-family: georgia; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">sugar-free candy</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: georgia; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> which is tasty and easy to have on hand.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Just as they tell you to wear the proper attire to the gym, you should wear the proper attire to Hip Hop dance. This tells your brain you are getting serious and it makes you feel great. You can wear a leotard, or if you are more comfortable, a cool pair of </span><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.justforkix.com/dance-pants/ca" style="font-family: georgia; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">dance pants</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: georgia; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> with a matching top. This tells your mind it is time to play and work-out.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">This is a great warm up step. It is incredibly </span><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.health.com/fitness/bounce-flick-move" style="font-family: georgia; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">easy to do</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: georgia; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">. It goes to an eight count. You begin turned to the side. You will bend your knees a little and you are going to wave your arms to the front of you curling all your fingers except the index finger and thumb on each hand.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">As the music begins, you will bounce by bending your knees and rocking forward and then backward without moving your feet. You will count each bounce (forward) 1. Backward bounce 2. (forward again) three. On the count of four, you will bring your hands around to the front of you with your index finger and thumb extended (like a gun) and point to the ground. Now repeat the next four bounces. This is your eight count. 4 count bounce - point - 4 count bounce -point. You will notice this is a </span><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.health.com/fitness/bounce-flick-move" style="font-family: georgia; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">move</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: georgia; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> Beyonce does quite well. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">This is a great exercise step for the legs and the rear.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Stand with your legs and feet pointed slightly out and wide apart. Squat until your knees are bent and your legs partially lowered. Place your hands on your hips. As you move your body down, you will turn your elbows in toward the stomach, pushing your stomach in and rounding the back. As you ride (never straighten the legs) move the elbows in the same movement while pushing the stomach forward. </span><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.health.com/fitness/pop-squat-dance-move" style="font-family: georgia; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">Here’s how</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: georgia; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">The Body Roll</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">This is a simple step that is in most routines. This is a </span><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.danceclass.com/hip-hop-dvd.html" style="font-family: georgia; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline;">simple body roll.</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: georgia; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"> With knees slightly bent and arms in a forward semi-circle in the front of the body, on the count of 5 you will move the stomach in and out quickly, and turn your entire body to the left of where you begin. On count 10, you will continue your body roll until you have made a complete circle with the entire body.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">With a little practice, you will master these moves and that will improve your life.</span></div>
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<span face="Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif" style="color: #666666; font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span>(Guest Post)</span></span><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="color: #666666; font-family: georgia;"><br /></span>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-8143700439054876852017-06-19T11:32:00.001-07:002017-06-19T11:32:27.343-07:00This poor blogGets no love. No respect. I've neglected it for so long. <br />
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However, I did try a new recipe over the weekend, Chicken Tortilla Soup. It was delicious. I will post the recipe this week. Because it was that good. And because it was that good, I'll make it again. <br />
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So, one way or another, I'm going to get back into blogging. <br />
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See you soon! Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-14970471823172984562016-03-18T15:47:00.000-07:002016-03-21T16:51:48.164-07:00Quicky dinnerLet me tell you about one night a few weeks ago. I was tired and bored and not really feeling like making anything for dinner; and, I didn't have a lot to work with as it were, so I was feeling a big desperate too.<br />
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It has been a rough road recovering from the Bar exam, starting a new job, gaining weight, then losing it, etc.<br />
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I looked in the pantry and all I could see were bags of rice, some spaghetti sauce, a can of cream of mushroom soup, a few bags of cereal and two bottles of soy sauce. Yum. <br />
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The kids were whining because they're starving (they are ALWAYS starving by the way) and The Man was claiming hunger pains to the Nth degree.<br />
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In the freezer I found a pound of frozen shredded cheese, a pound of hamburger and a bag of tater tots.<br />
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WALA! An idea struck.<br />
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I chopped the only onion I had, sauteed it in a little butter, then added the now defrosted hamburger, seasoned with some garlic salt and pepper, and browned it up like I was making taco meat.<br />
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While the burger was browning, I took to the task of spraying a 9x13 cake pan with non stick spray. Then I stood each of those cute little tater tots on end and lined that pan all sorts of orderly. And pretty.<br />
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When the burger was done, I drained the excess grease and added my large can of cream of mushroom soup and a 1/2 cup of milk. When the soupy burger mixture was hot and steamy, I poured it across the tots and then added a layer of shredded cheese to the top.<br />
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I baked it at 400° for about 40 minutes. When the dinger went off, I proclaimed dinner was served.<br />
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The 16 year old wouldn't eat it. The 18 year old said it was delicious. The Man and I decided it was good enough to fill us up but it wasn't going on the permanent what sounds good for dinner menu.<br />
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But, it was quick, easy and didn't take a lot of effort. I call that a win.Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-58292128695238432312016-02-08T17:17:00.000-07:002016-02-15T19:56:53.672-07:00Stress Relief of the quick and dirty kind<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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Can we talk about relaxing? I don’t mean take the day off
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came my way.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No, I’m talking about
relaxing in a very primal, albeit quicker kind of way for those of us who work
full time, raise babies (and by babies I mean, kids, dogs, husbands).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Let’s talk about toys; Toys of the, cough*adult*cough
variety.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I like toys. Because sometimes,
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stress relief. And if that stress relief is <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Vibrator-Oomph-Waterproof-Vibration-Massager/dp/B013SMI3YG/ref=sr_1_1?m=AE6IOR2RA9DLJ&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1454681638&sr=1-1" target="_blank">waterproof </a>also, BONUS! </div>
Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-52636293191837675592015-05-13T15:03:00.001-07:002015-05-13T15:03:50.526-07:00Next on the agenda<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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So, now that I've passed the Bar, I think I'll read a few books. Write
a few reviews. Try out some new recipes. And maybe have my nephew teach me
how to play guitar. Then I would understand when he says things to me like "It
would be awesome if you bought me some <b><a href="http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/rotosound-roto-blues-light-top-heavy-bottom-electric-guitar-strings">rotosound
strings</a> </b>for my birthday.” And I would not have to look at him
with that blank stare and ask what the heck does a rotosound string do? Oy.<br />
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<![endif]-->Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-12789331719385732212015-03-31T16:14:00.001-07:002015-03-31T16:14:29.252-07:00Potatoes, Sauerkraut and Kielbasa Sausage So I was bored and didn't really want to slave over the stove. But the kids claimed they were starving. And I hadn't gone grocery shopping yet, so I had limited resources to work with. So I took what I had and made quite the tasty treat. Quick and easy too.<br />
<br />
1 kielbasa sausage (sliced)<br />
1 pkg frozen Potatoes O'Brien (the diced potato with chopped bell peppers)<br />
2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese<br />
1 16 oz jar sauerkraut (drained)<br />
4 tablespoons butter/margerine<br />
salt, pepper, garlic powder, pinch of red pepper flakes <br />
<br />
Preheat oven to 350°. Spray 9x13 cake pan with non-stick spray. In a mixing bowl, pour in frozen potatoes; season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and red pepper flakes; sprinkle on drained sauerkraut and add sliced kielbasa sausage. Mix and pour into cake pan. Add butter pats or spoons. Cover and bake 50 minutes. Remove cover, add shredded cheese. Return to oven (uncovered) for 15 minutes, until cheese melts. <br />
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Serve with garlic toast, dinner rolls, a side salad, or rolled up into a tortilla, or just eat alone. It was quite delicious so I've deemed it a keeper. I may add more bell peppers next time. Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-39947315577056599912015-03-04T12:06:00.000-07:002015-03-04T12:06:04.035-07:00Chile VerdeChili Verde<br />
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bunch Cilantro</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">6 Serrano peppers</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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can tomatillos (or six fresh)</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">1 can green chilies</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">2 cans tomato
sauce</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">1 teaspoon oregano</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">1 teaspoon cumin</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">1 teaspoon minced garlic</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">1 teaspoon chili
powder</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.0.$end:0:$0:0">1 small onion</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEcOPbMNGKwazL4r12QlNp_qPd0y8wLGLXma5HYw5OB6XzS3fc05MWJ8mv7X8vPtv0Qkxsk9ulBN_DMpoxT67yvrz6JeJl2PYhi7FDCix6qdyLBYzSYNgYR5uXURI8m56XlFphHeaoQg/s1600/pork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEcOPbMNGKwazL4r12QlNp_qPd0y8wLGLXma5HYw5OB6XzS3fc05MWJ8mv7X8vPtv0Qkxsk9ulBN_DMpoxT67yvrz6JeJl2PYhi7FDCix6qdyLBYzSYNgYR5uXURI8m56XlFphHeaoQg/s1600/pork.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$0:0">2 cups chicken broth. </span><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$1:0" /><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$3:0" /><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$4:0">Peel and chop
the onion and put it in a pan of 2 cups of water with the pork. Season
to taste (I used pepper, garlic powder, season all). Bring to a boil then simmer until done (about 25 mins). </span><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$5:0" /><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$7:0" /><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$8:0">In
the meantime, cut tops of peppers </span></span></span></span></span></span><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$8:0">(remove the seeds from the peppers if you want LESS spicy) and </span></span></span></span></span></span><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$8:0">use a blender or food processor and blend the other
ingredients. You'll need to blend in a couple batches (I do the peppers and tomatoes in one batch, the cilantro, spices, green chilis and tomato sauce in a second batch)</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body"><span class="UFICommentBody" data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0"><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$8:0">Cut cooked pork into large chunks. Place blended ingredients, broth and
pork in a slow cooker and cook on high for ten hours. If you don't have a
slow cooker, simmer on stove 5 to 8 hours. </span><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$9:0" /><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$11:0" /><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$12:0">Prior to serving, remove pork and shred with a fork, then put back into chili verde. Thicken with 2 tablespoons cornstarch/1/4 cup cold water mixture).</span><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$13:0" /><br data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$15:0" /><span data-reactid=".bi.1:3:1:$comment10152626966652120_10152627016622120:0.0.$right.0.$left.0.0.1.$comment-body.0.3.0.$end:0:$16:0">Serve over tortillas with beans or fried potatoes and eggs. Top with shredded cheese and chopped onions.</span></span></span></span></span></span>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-45013445662232814382015-01-13T12:45:00.000-07:002015-01-13T12:45:06.035-07:00Sticky Gooey Delicious Chex MixI had this at my cousin's house on Halloween and I've been craving it ever since. It takes less than 15 minutes to make. <br />
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1 cup butter<br />
1 cup karo syrup<br />
1 cup sugar<br />
6 cup rice chex<br />
6 cup corn chex<br />
1 cup slivered almonds (or any nut you enjoy really)<br />
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Stir butter, light karo syrup, and sugar in a pan and bring to a boil for about minutes.
Pour over the mix, stirring well.
Spread mixture on Wax or Parchment paper and let sit for about an hour. <br />
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I'm going to mix it up a little and try it with different nuts as well (like pecans, cashews, maybe macadamia. I think walnuts would be too strong). And maybe brown sugar instead of white. 14 wants me to add pretzels to the mix. 17 wants me to use Honey Graham cereal also. <br />
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Keep in a dry, airtight container. I don't know how long it keeps, we ate a whole bowl in one day! Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-19865619922154727102014-11-27T05:08:00.000-07:002014-11-27T05:08:00.276-07:00Happy Thanksgiving<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-52990649051408446372014-11-21T10:04:00.001-07:002014-11-21T10:04:11.869-07:00Legal Translation on a Global ScaleHaving worked in the legal industry for 20 years now, one
thing I have noticed is the trend against using certified court reports to
perform legal translations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In the old
days, one would find a certified court reporter that spoke the language being
translated and that person would be hired to translate the document. One regret I have is that I didn't stick with Spanish after I learned it in my early days. I would have been that much more marketable.
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Now days, there are services that specialize in such
translation of legal documents, such as contracts, wills, trusts, and settlement
agreements into another language.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have
family in the UK and apparently these companies are huge over there. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is also my understanding that there is
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So, if you are in the need for some <a href="http://www.rosettatranslation.com/legal-translation/" target="_blank">legal translation</a>, whether
you are a corporation, legal firm or small company, there is indeed a market to
service your very need.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Shop around,
find someone reputable, and get references.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Just like any other job you’re hiring out, you want someone<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>who is good at what they do and preferably someone
who specializes in the field you’re in.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-90170197343284078052014-11-11T00:01:00.000-07:002014-11-11T00:01:00.070-07:00Thank you<a href="http://photobucket.com/" target="_blank"><img alt=" photo flagfoldingsihouette-copy.jpg" border="0" src="http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q168/wtfroflmfao/flagfoldingsihouette-copy.jpg" /></a>Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-43332019142235559992014-11-04T12:18:00.000-07:002014-11-04T12:18:16.632-07:00Conditioning CleanserSo. I moved from the scorching desert back to a more humid climate and yet and noticed my hair was looking very dry and brittle. I don't really use heat on it so I was surprised. I decided it needed a deeper condition to re-adjust to Utah.<br />
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I was reading an article about cleansing conditioner and thought that was the magic trick to bring my hair back to life. It was conditioner with a mild detergent so your hair would be free of harsher chemicals. Bingo! <br />
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I bought Pantene Cleansing Conditioner. I've always had good luck with Pantene products. And I tried it for a whole week. And my hair was very silky and soft. Except that I also looked like a homeless person with an exceptional wardrobe and great shoes. <br />
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Because here is what they don't tell you: if you have thin hair, or limp hair, or oily hair or anything that isn't full bodied - thick hair, you're hair will look like you haven't washed it for a week. <br />
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I thought it was odd that the instructions said "for a deep clean, use regular shampoo every three days." <br />
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I thought the point was to avoid using the "regular" shampoo full of harsh chemicals, etc. <br />
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Anyway, after one week I went the route of using a mild shampoo every other day and the conditioning cleanser on the odd days. Except I'm trying to avoid washing my hair every day because that just creates more oil. So I now wash my scalp with a mild shampoo and use the cleansing conditioner on my hair ends and tips.<br />
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So far so good.Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-50908958134893208712014-10-21T11:22:00.000-07:002014-10-21T11:22:28.687-07:00Holiday shopping ideasIn following up on my last post, if you have a musician in the family, or you are a musician, and you're looking for stuffs to add to your own personal arsenal, you should do some online shopping. or at the very least <b><a href="http://www.musiciansfriend.com/epiphone-sg">Send for our free catalog.</a> </b>("Our" as in "their") catalog. It's where I've gotten a few things for my daughter and my nephew and it is an online shop where I've educated myself more than once. The holidays and gift giving seasons are upon us. Start early. Avoid the rush. Stella Deanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14377490722474048852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5215943604613837327.post-33978248113181263452014-10-21T11:19:00.001-07:002014-10-21T11:19:06.889-07:00GC Pro Music Stuffs
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I’ll be honest, I don’t even know what a <b><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.guitarcenter.com/AVID-S3L-g26875t0.gc">GC
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musician in our family starts talking “shop” I tend to make notes and then look
things up so I can coherently converse with the young man.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Plus, it makes me the cool aunt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I don’t understand half of what that kid has
amassed and/or assembled for his band, but I can tell you this, he’s got quite
the arsenal and I hope that one day he either makes it big or has a blast with
his hobby.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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