Monday January 31, 2011
Monday January 24, 2011
Ms Murky Mondays:
Winter Haiku
The icicles grow.
Proof of winter’s frigid grip.
Will they ever melt.
Inspired by my friend Dr. Cynthia Green.
Monday January 17, 2011
Ms Murky Mondays:
I Have a Dream!
This is a day to reflect on Martin Luther King's message of tolerance and equality. His dream is a noble one and one that we should all strive to embrace. I often think that the best way to live is by being kind, honest, and generous of mind and spirit. I love the notion of paying it forward - i.e. when someone does something nice to you, you turn around and do something nice for someone else. Imagine a world where everyone behaved that way.
In the context of the human spirit, I just read Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand. It is a MUST read for many reasons - as an historical account of the atrocities that occurred in the Pacific Theater of WW II, the strength of the human spirit and will to live, the importance of dignity and the power of prayer. What is horrifying is what humans are capable to doing to others - the physical and mental brutality seems surreal and inconceivable.
So, as I ponder my dream of sharing the old ways of cooking and eating through the stories, I am thankful that I can pursue a passion. Let us not forget how quickly civilized people can turn into ogres. Let's celebrate King's message of tolerance and equality - any other option is not an option!!
Monday January 10, 2011
Ms Murky Mondays:
Similar but Different
How many recipes are out there in the family archives that are similar to others but are different as well.
I find this notion fascinating and am about to embark on an exercise to capture from my social network and physical network as many chicken soup recipes as possible, compare, contrast, categorize etc and offer a prize - a recipe box with all the recipes!!
On that same theme, I realized that even I have several recipes for lentil soup. I have my grandmothers; I have a curried lentil soup that I concocted; I have a great recipe for red lentil soup and I am sure I can round up many more.
So stay tuned as I organize this event. I will announce the terms etc soon - so keep an eye on my Facebook, blog and twitter feeds!! Hope you all participate.
Monday January 03, 2011
Ms Murky Mondays:
Hope Springs Eternal
I am using the restart of our seasonal spring as a symbol and metaphor for the new year. Afterall, it started on the 31st which I thought was quite telling.
The water is pure and delicious!! And so should the food that we eat. I am also starting a bit of a diet - although I hate that word. We are revising our intake. As 2011 gets off to a start, I want to offer you a little more content each week. I am also going to start putting up weekly menus so I can help all of you move toward the pure and delicious. I will let you know how successful I am at trimming down and I hope that you will let me know how you are doing!!
One of the things that I find works wonders in the winter is soup. It warms your tummy, satisfies your hunger and is generally really healthy and lower in calories. So, I will make up batches of soup with my spring water. I just started some onion soup....
Look for this week's menu later today in my menu section.
Monday December 27, 2010
Ms Murky Mondays:
Blizzard Aftermath - Preparing for New Year’s Eve
Just wait a few hours and look at the difference!!
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Amazing that these 2 photos are from the same day!! During the time that it took for the weather to transform from stormy to sunny, I planned and wrote/typed my recipes for the segment I will be doing this coming Thursday on WWLP-22 News in Springfield, MA on the 11 am show of Mass Appeal.
Here's my menu:
A New Year's Eve Menu
Simple, yet sophisticated, this do-ahead menu will allow you to enjoy your guests and ring in the new year with style! And in keeping with Heirloom Meals, I am sharing recipes that my Mom, sister, Jen, and I have used, developed and refined over the years for various parties that we throw.
Creative cheese platter - local cheeses, olives, sliced fruit, nuts
Guacamole and chips
Beef Tenderloin en croute with mustard sauce
Savory Sauteed Shrimp
Arugula Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
Mom’s Mystery Dessert
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