Archive for November, 2007
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Submitted by Chef Tom Cooks
I love a good coffee cake and this recipe only has 3 grams of fat per serving. Whenever I make this in my house, it’s gone within 24 hours! Now I know to make 2.
3 1/3 cups reduced-fat buttermilk baking mix
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine
2/3 cup fat-free egg [...]
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Return from Piemonte
Submitted by THE WINE SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA
I was always one of those guys who was unaffected by jet- ag, no matter where I was traveling to or returning from. But this most recent trip–my wife and I spent the 10 days around Thanksgiving in the town of Costigliole d’Asti–seems to have gotten to me. I’m [...]
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A Mark Of Quality
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
Jürgen von der Mark rented the vineyard in 2003…it contains 35 year-old vines…and his first vintage was concentrated & full (the vintage). The following year the wine became more elegant..and the 2005 is perhaps how he wants the wine to remain.
He lets the quality of the vines speak and [...]
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Olé Olé Olé Un Buen Chardonnay
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
For those not familiar with Europa—Mallorca (pronounced Ma-Yor-Ka.. only Homer Simpsons’ say Mall-Orka) is an island where my ‘youth’ went on holiday for wine, women and song..( Beer actually..I was oblivious to the grape back then).
Times have changed…over recent years the drunks etc.have been told they are not welcome..and [...]
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How About Turkey Cordon Bleu?
Submitted by Chef Tom Cooks!
Okay, I know many of you are probably sick and tired of all this turkey talk. I have one last turkey recipe for everyone. This recipe is both low in fat and carbohydrates.
1 Tbs flour
1/4 tsp back pepper
1/4 tsp poultry seasoning
4 boneless turkey breast cutlets.
1 Tbs olive oil
1 cup [...]
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Italian Pick of The Week 11/26/07
Submitted by THE WINE SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA
Filed Under The Wine World
Mastroberardino Aglianico Passito “Antheres”, NV, Irpinia IGT, Campania
With the holidays upon us thoughts turn to sumptuous meals and the bounty of late autumn as it folds into winter..and wines to enjoy as an accompaniment to antipasti, entrees, and, of course, dessert. Italy is renowned for [...]
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Cooking Videos!
Submitted by Chef Tom Cooks
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Need a little [...]
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Chicken & Biscuits
Submitted by Chef Tom Cooks
I’m still so tired from the holiday weekend. Here is a nice and easy recipe for everyone. Feel free to use leftover turkey meat instead of chicken.
1 (16 oz) package frozen mixed vegetables
2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cups [...]
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A Little Bit Of Spice Does You Good
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
It’s been a while since I had a good South African…Glen Carlou was the only memorable one I can remember…the reds have been mostly ‘wannabe’s’..never really doing it for me..so it’s nice to report….
Spice Route Malabar 2003
Malmesbury, South Africa
The blend varies from vintage to vintage..
this one is 72% Shiraz, [...]
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The Devil Ain’t Always Right
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
Of all the white Burgundies..Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet & Meursault..the latter has always given me the most pleasure. Years ago there was always a bottle on a restaurant menu..and wine merchants had a few to choose from. Where are they now…Japan & China maybe…the label drinkers have taken them!
In my desperate [...]
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Corn Bread Sausage Stuffing
Submitted by Chef Tom Cooks
1 small loaf Corn Bread
3/4 lb turkey sausage, casings removed
1 Tbs light margarine
2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cups chopped celery
2 tsp [...]
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Sommelier Smackdown End-of-Year Bout
Submitted by THE WINE SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA
“Tell him he can have my title, but I want it back in the morning.” - Jack Dempsey’s response after a drunk challenged him to a fight.
Things are heating up around the Wine School, folks. Seems there is a good old-fashioned sparring match coming up [...]
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Thanksgiving Tips
Submitted by The Cheap Gourmet
Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching. Currently, we have about 48 hours left until Thanksgiving Feast Day arrives! I’ve been scouring the ‘net to find quick, easy Thanksgiving tips that will help you prepare the perfect turkey, bake the best pies, serve delectable desserts and locate a cornucopia of Thanksgiving recipes.
The first Thanksgiving [...]
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Walking The Vineyards
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
I’ve walked the vineyards in Romanee-Conti..
I’ve been to the Chateau in Cheval Blanc…
and when I drink these wines..it is somehow
a little special.
Well..on our recent trip to the Black Forest..we walked the vineyards in Waldulm…Karl Hodapp has some vines behind his Gasthouse and we inspected the grapes (albeit the 2007 [...]
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Yakka Jack Moan
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
You’re moaning again..what’s wrong? Is the wine bad?
No..not really..
Well then, stop moaning. Is it thin, weak, watery?
No..No..none of that..it’s just…….
Has it been highly rated?..
Oh yes..Parker probably gave it 92….James Halliday gave it 94..
Well….they can’t be wrong..
It’s not all about right and wrong..it’s about personal taste and style.
Tell us [...]
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A meal away from the holiday rush
Written by Michael Vass
As the holidays approach there are many ways that people seek out to celebrate. There is nothing like trying something different or new among friends and in the spirit of holiday good will. If you enjoy fine dining, excellent wines, and have the time I may have found something that is of [...]
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Dowie Doole in Deutschland
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
Robert has a wine shop..he has been in business for 15 years now..which is saying something in these days of Supermarkets etc.He had heard that one of the co-owners of Dowie-Doule, a vineyard in Australia, was coming to Europe for 10 days..and so he organised a tasting followed by [...]
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Knipser Riesling 2003
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
About a month ago Volker and myself went to the annual Künstler tasting in Hochheim..he has recently moved premises..now in a large villa…very posh..
There is always a guest ‘vigneron’..
and this year it was Knipser..Rheinland-Pfalz.
We waded though Künstler’s Rieslings..
for me mouth-puckering at times
(Volker is a better taster of these [...]
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Support Our Troops Holiday Care Package Update
Submitted by The Cheap Gourmet
As promised, here is an update on the Support Our Troops Holiday Care Package Campaign. In less than 24 hours, we’ve already received $40 in contributions. A HUGE thank you to:
Tracy Bonczyk of www.MiniMeditations.com
Belinda Bigginger from Denver, CO
I spoke to Jacob briefly last night, thank God for instant messaging! He was [...]
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J.J. Adeneuer Frühburgunder 2006
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
Frühburgunder is a clone of the Spätburgunder grape..a sort of ‘early’ Pinot.
It is trickier to grow than it’s big brother..and you probably won’t find it outside of Germany..
only 130 hectares are grown.
J.J. Adeneuer Frühburgunder 2006
Ahr, Germany
Pale rimmed..no denying it’s what it is..
Family Pinot..this is good stuff..
sweet(as opposed to mouth [...]
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Mas La Plana
Submitted by Barry’s Wine Notes & Memories
I used to drink this often..
years & years & years ago…
Torres was new to us then..
and had (still has) a great range.
It has been a while since I
tasted the Flagship wine.
Torres Mas La Plana 1998
Cabernet Sauvignon
Penedés , Spain
Quite dark in colour; spicy oak..
with some vanilla; complex and balanced,
brimming with [...]
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Support Our Troops Holiday Care Package Campaign
Submitted by The Cheap Gourmet
This post is rather long, but please bear with me. I’m looking for 30 people who would like to help me do something special for our troops. The young man in the photo is Jacob. He is a friend of my daughter.
Jacob was on leave in September and spent a few [...]
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What is Italian Wine?
Submitted by THE WINE SCHOOL OF PHILADELPHIA
Recently, our Advanced Class students finished a seven week viaggiothrough the oftimes bewildering, but nonetheles fascinating, demimonde of Italian wine. Along the way they tasted, analyzed, and discussed dozens of wines representing eighteen of Italy’s twenty regions, from the obvious - Barolo - to the relatively obscure - Peleverga. [...]
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What is the best city and for what?
Written by Michael Vass
Here is a question that has various answers depending on your goals. When you travel do you prefer relaxation and quiet or nightlife and excitement? It’s a tough question, and I’m sure it has many aspects. If you are a single man, like me, you may well prefer traveling to where there [...]
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Leftover Turkey Casserole
Submitted by Chef Tom Cooks
Its almost turkey day…and we all know how much leftovers we always have after Thanksgiving. Here is a great recipe for the day after…
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can evaporated milk
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely crushed herb seasoned dry stuffing [...]
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