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Always in Pursuit (Magill Book Reviews)
When one boils down Stanley Crouch's ALWAYS IN PURSUIT: FRESH AMERICAN PERSPECTIVES, 1995-1997 to its bare essence, it turns out to be saying that race essentialism, founded on a discredited, biological discourse of race, has to be abandoned in America's courts, schools, businesses, and university departments of African American studies. However, the Negro culture (he chafes at the term "African American") has to be respected and developed.
This is a rich position, well worth exploring. Unfortunately, Stanley Crouch is so in love with the sound of his own voice that he sometimes drowns out his own best insights. Much of ALWAYS IN PURSUIT was first published in Crouch's newspaper columns, and though he tries to fuse these columns together in interesting ways, the simple fact is that very few newspaper columns deserve to be preserved for posterity between the covers of a book. A crime bill that passed two years before ALWAYS IN PURSUIT was published demands, if anything, a thorough, retrospective analysis, and not a simple recycling of an old opinion piece. No writer less enamored of himself could convince himself that such intellectual flotsam and jetsam retains its value long after the facts have changed.
In his pieces on Duke Ellington, Albert Murray, and John Ford, Crouch shows himself to have a keen critical eye (and ear), one quite capable of distinguishing good from mediocre, and great from good. When it comes to evaluating people, though, Crouch seems to have one criterion: success counts. The late Secretary of Commerce, Ron Brown, is presented in glowing terms; Christopher Darden, however, is a whiner for wanting to tell his side of the story about why the O. J. Simpson prosecution failed. Johnny Cochran, by contrast, proves to be a genius for beating the apparently incapable Mr. Darden.
As a showcase for Crouch's ability to opine on the wealth and poverty of American culture, this collection of essays is a success. As a forum for serious discussion on serious issues, the best that can be said for it is that it is not empty of merit.
Sources for Further Study
Booklist. XCIV, December 1, 1997, p. 586.
Emerge. IX, April, 1998, p. 68.
Kirkus Reviews. LXV, December 1, 1997, p. 1749.
The New York Times Book Review. CIII, February 8, 1998, p. 12.
Publishers Weekly. CCXLIV, November 24, 1997, p. 58.
The Village Voice. March 17, 1998, p. 124.
The Virginia Quarterly Review. LXXIV, Summer, 1998, p. 426.
Always in Pursuit (Magill's Literary Annual 1991-2005)
For years the New York Daily News, which publishes a regular column by Stanley Crouch in which many of the essays included in Always in Pursuit first appeared, published a sports column by the crusty, cranky sportswriter Dick Young titled "Young Ideas." The title was something of a joke: Although Young had indeed been on the cutting edge of sports journalism at one time in his career, by the time he became a Daily News columnist, he had already calcified into a cranky version of himself, and the misnomer that attempted to hide this fact inevitably called attention to the emptiness of his bombast. In adding the subtitle, Fresh American Perspectives, to his new collection of essays, Always in Pursuit, Stanley Crouch risks making a similar mockery of himself if the reader does not happen to find his perspectives fresh. In fact, some of them do live up to the billing of "fresh" but, occasionally, only because they express ideas that have been around long enough that there are no longer many people expressing them. Yet whether or not his perspectives are "fresh," they are definitely his own, and he will certainly argue them with anyone willing to listen.
At his core Crouch seems to be an old-fashioned Great Society Democrat—old-fashioned in that he represents a point of view that predates the time when this point of view became the center and members of the party stood either to the right or left. For him the Great Society goals of equal opportunity, fair employment, and equal access to quality education for African Americans and whites alike are worthy goals still to be pursued, and if he is not exactly thrilled with the way that either affirmative action or welfare has been implemented, he knows quite well that there is much racial inequity still to be addressed. He is old-fashioned in that he rejects out of hand anything that smacks of cultural relativism and believes that there are indeed a core set of cultural values that are worth implementing, most of which in fact spring from Western tradition. He is old-fashioned in that, at a time when it is more common to express a belief in democracy than to believe in democracy, his understanding of American culture springs from a deep belief in American democracy.
Stanley Crouch made his reputation as a writer about jazz, and jazz and blues tempos are the key to his writing. For example, because he knows that the newspaper column is not a form that holds up well in book form, to inject some new life into his essays he loosely sews together a number of recycled columns to, as he says, "create something akin to a musical set presented by a jazz band." This is not a bad idea, as it turns out, and it makes the familiarity of the Tupac Shakur, Susan Smith, and Texaco race- discrimination cases about which he writes seem like the familiarity of old standards. The question the reader as listener is concerned with is, What is he going to do with this?
Stanley Crouch takes his intellectual bearings from Ralph Ellison and Albert Murray (perhaps the most influential of jazz writers), and he shares with these mentors a passion for Duke Ellington, whom he recognizes as the most complete of jazz artists. This is territory Murray covered in The Hero and the Blues, but Crouch replaces Murray's essentially academic tone with a more popular one. Crouch is more a jazz lover than a jazz gourmand, and he can assume his hero's canonicity in a way that Murray could not twenty years earlier; his task in writing about Ellington is more like that of an English teacher who tries to explain why William Faulkner is still fresh, not so much that of an academic critic who tries to show why Faulkner is great.
What Crouch adds to Murray's extensive writings on Duke Ellington is an appreciation of Ellington as a businessman, an essential characteristic of Ellington's unequaled fifty-year success in a field, popular music, in which most acts fizzle and burn out before their third recording. If this appreciation for Ellington's success is an important contribution to the discourse on Ellington, Crouch's general respect for success as success at times gets him into trouble. For example, he writes a paean to the late secretary of commerce Ron Brown that amounts to saying that because Brown was successful, he should be respected. Perhaps in some circles, but it should also be pointed out that if Ron Brown became an image of political craftsmanship, he also became an image of the political...
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Bites of Real Life, 8.
Welcome back to my Bites of Real Life.
It's true! I love cookies, especially if they are stuffed with caramel.
All of a sudden, I find that I'm a food photography prop junkie. I recently bought someplace to store it all. This is a Carmichael Distressed Buffet Table from Pier 1 – seriously in love with it. It can hold so much and the shelves are adjustable.
It beautifully displays many of my little kitchen gadgets.
The majority of my food photography props are from Anthropologie, Home Goods, or thrift shops.
I need a lot of props to get through cookbook photoshoots!
Sally's Baking Addiction Cookbook = May 2014!
Only 15 short months away until 9/20/14. ♥
Right now I'm deciding on bridesmaid dress colors. The colors of our wedding are oranges, pinks, golds, and some teal accents. Lots of color – like you see here on my website.
Kevin already said yes to sprinkles on our wedding cake.
As if you were surprised!
We're having our engagement photos taken at the end of the summer. Our wedding photographer, Megan Beth, is amazing and I can't wait to work with her!
Take me back to St. Lucia! I traveled there for my good friend's wedding earlier this month!
Pina coladas by the pool with my good friends in the Caribbean. Not a bad way to kick off the summer!
We stayed in a villa in Soufriere Bay. Gorgeous!
When I got home from the tropics, I immediately made Key Lime Pie Squares.
Totally still craving that fresh citrus!
People often ask me: how do you make it through 5 miles on the treadmill?
Easy! I think about recipes to bake. I also think about my next margarita.
I run for sprinkles.
Cake Batter Confetti Cookies to be exact.
The Huffington Post voted my little space on the internet one of the top food bloggers to follow this month!
Along with many other bloggers I follow. I'm beyond honored. Not too long ago, it was only my mom reading Sally's Baking Addiction. Thank you to everyone for continuing to stop by.
Go check out the other top bloggers!
Can you believe it's already the middle of June?!
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124 Responses to "Bites of Real Life, 8."
Congratulations about the Huffington Post, Sally!! That's HUGE! You're so humble, but you really are one of the top food bloggers — especially one of the sweetest!
I really want some new food props… But (a) I don't have enough space for them and (b) I can't seem to find any within my budget! I might go thrift store shopping this weekend. Or to Ross. I want more colorful dishes, especially in pastels!
Hi Sally! I was thrilled to see you on the Huffington Post! That. Is. Awesome. Truly! You deserve all your success and recognition. I am so excited for your cookbook! I talk about it to my husband all the time.
I love the sprinkles for your wedding cake! I used to be a wedding photographer before I started writing and teaching and in the over hundred weddings I have been to- no one ever sprinkled a wedding cake. I think it is adorable. And so totally perfect for you.
You've clearly got a lot of great things going on for you right now! I was thinking maybe you'd go with funfetti bridesmaid dresses? Nah, sprinkles on the cake are certainly enough! That's fabulous that you're going to have your own cookbook next year. I'll be sure to purchase one because you're always cranking out great recipes. Congrats!
Congrats on the HuffPo! Awesome and you deserve it and more!!!
And of course, on your cookbook. So glad you're going through this with me and that we're living it recipe by recipe, at the same time. It's only fitting that our manuscripts are due either on the same day, or 1 month apart! Couldn't even make it up
And your wedding. Cannot wait to see your dress, cake ideas, the whole she-bang. I bet it will seem easy after writing a book
I would totally agree with Huffington Post, my friend!! Also, I need to buy a place to store all my props–they are out of control! And I still don't know how you hack it on the treadmill. Even when it's 100* out at 5am, I still run outside, although that sounds more crazy than hanging on the treadmill when I actually type it out.
Congrats Sally! Your recipes are amazing and you deserve all of the recognition you are getting! I love that I found this blog, most days. The other days I curse myself for ever baking because I am now constantly asked to bring stuff into work. Car salesmen sure do like sweets! I totally need more room, and storage like that.. I am starting to become a kitchen addict, every time my husband and I talk about things we will need in the future, I always have about 10 kitchen things on my mind. And the kitchen will be the deal breaker or maker when we buy a house! He has finally recognized that it is my domain Congrats again!
Sally! I am SO excited about your book!! I've been faithfully following your blog from about your 6-month mark and could not be happier for the break-neck speed with which your popularity has risen. I initially found you in my search for a new peanut butter cookie recipe and since then my spare time, and kitchen, has literally transformed into Jessica's Addiction to Sally's Baking Addiction. I have a folder of the recipes of yours that I have done (some of them multiple times), and it's huge! I bring more than half of each batch of goodies to work and my colleagues tease me that I need to open a shop – 'Sally's Canadian Baking Addiction, by Jessica', and my aunt has taken to calling me "Evil-Wan Kenobi".
Congratulations you you Miss Sally! You have a big fan in this Canadian girl and know there is a substantial community in Toronto with happy bellies thanks to you. -
Congrats on the Huffington Post feature! You deserve it! Your life seems so much more exciting than mine At least I can live vicariously through your adventures and travels…
And your prop cupboard? Amazing! Everything is totally my style
The only way I can get through a long treadmill run is if the alternative is much worse. Think FL humidity, mid-day in August. Easy decision!
Sally, it's no surprise the Huffington Post selected you as a top food blogger – you are seriously amazing, girl, and I know you've worked hard for it! I can't WAIT until your cookbook comes out – I'm on the countdown already.
Also? Seeing that sprinkle wedding cake makes me want to do the whole thing over again.
Is it too early to pre-order your cookbook? Haha!
And you deserve every accolade/honor you receive. I am a regular stalker of your site. I hate to miss a new post.
Will you be making your own wedding cake? What an exciting time for you, with the wedding and such tremendous success professionally. -
Wow Sally Congratulations!!! first thing for your marriage because personal life is first thing in life, if you have this the rest comes alone. And second for your blog, I agree that its a great blog, full of tips and full of personality behind.
How can I send you a private email???
Enjoy everything that is happening in your life!!! -
I can't wait for your cookbook either Sally! Argh! So exciting! Kevin is a good man for permitting the sprinkles on the wedding cake (my husband would've just flat out said 'nope', haha!). Hope that all of the plans are going smoothly!
And yes – definitely agree with everyone else's comments about the Huffington Post. You're definitely an inspirational, talented blogger! I don't understand how you find enough energy for it all… you're amazing! xx -
Congratulations, Sally! So happy to hear of your engagement, scheduled wedding date and cookbook release date! Wahoo!!! You have worked very hard to reach this point, m'lady. I just adore your blog and it is one of my top faves to visit! (No wonder The Huffington Post ranked you in the top ten. Congrats there, too!) Bakers have a natural attraction to each other and I'm always amazed at what you come up with in your recipe creations. And, cheers for sprinkles on your tiered wedding cake…yay! Can't wait for your cookbook! xo
Sally….I have been perusing baking sites, blogs etc. looking for the perfect items to bake for my daughter's bridal shower in Sept. She's getting married in Oct. and is 29. She gave me a list of her favorite "flavors" and some of them are Funfetti, marshmallow, chocolate & peanut butter. So needless to say I've found soooo many things on your blog that I'm going to try. I'll keep you posted!! Thank you..I really enjoyed reading about you (reminds me of my daughter, she's a cupcake baker in her spare time) and creative like you. I wish you and your fiancee the very best wishes on your wedding!


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My grandmother has marvelous gardens... but in the spring it is the profusion of delicate crabapple blossoms, heady lilacs and a carpet of wild white violets in the pasture that appeal to me the most.
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Meet Kelly. She is a VERY inquisitive cow and wants to know all about her food; well a blackberry and apple crumble to be precise. Watch our lively short film dealing with the origins of ingredients for a fruit crumble with interviews, puppet shows, cooking demos and music.
In this film, Kelly and her friends visit a dairy farm, learn about where everyday foods such as butter, flour and sugar come from and learn how to make a "yummy scrummy" crumble. As a finale, Kelly performs her latest song. It's all very amooosing!
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GETTING READY 1) Preheat the oven to 350°F. MAKING 2) In a non-stick pan, heat butter and sauté chives, parsley, and basil in butter until soft and light golden. 3) Stir rice and broccoli bits and toss lightly until well coated. 4) Take the pan away from... - 47.4448
Broccoli and rice is an easy to prepare all in one meal. Easy and simple to prepare dinner dish is just apt for a weeknight after long hard day at office. Broccoli and rice is ready in a matter of minutes and needs putting together of the main ingredients.... - 53.6293
Toast pine nuts in a medium-size frying pan over medium heat until golden (about 4 minutes), stirring often. Pour out of pan and set aside. Increase heat to medium-high. To pan, add oil, rice, raisins, and chili powder. Cook, stirring, until rice is opaque... - 41.089
Weight watchers, this is the recipe designed to help you lose those inches and cut out some flab! See the video on how to make this healthy broccoli salad which is full of nutrients and goodness! - 99.8449
Toast pine nuts in a wide nonstick frying pan over medium-low heat until lightly browned (about 3 minutes), stirring. Remove from pan and set aside. In same pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add rice, raisins, and chili powder. Cook, stirring, until rice... - 38.3814
In a 10- to 12-inch pan over medium-high heat, stir pine nuts until lightly toasted, about 4 minutes; set nuts aside. To pan, add oil, rice, raisins, and chili powder. Stir until rice is opaque, about 3 minutes. Add broth, mix, and bring to a boil; then cover... - 35.0435
Sesame broccoli salad is a lovely and nurtitious salad. Made with cooked broccoli, the salad is flavored with soy sauce, vinegar and honey to taste. Tossed and served, it looks good and tastes great! - 38.0201
In skillet, toast almonds and sesame seeds over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes or until fragrant. Set aside. In large bowl, combine broccoli, bean sprouts, mushrooms, onions and sunflower seeds. Add toasted almonds and sesame... - 39.6268
Do you like broccoli? How about a nice healthy side dish to go with your meal? Here is a wonderful video recipe showing you how to prepare it. The video also gives you some great nutritional facts about broccoli, so listen closely! - 127.204
GETTING READY 1) In a steamer, steam the broccoli florets over boiling water. 2) Let the florets steam for about 10 minutes or until they turn soft. 3) Keep the steamed florest warm until serving time. MAKING 4) In a small bowl, mix vinegar, water, oil,... - 42.4632
Zesty Wild Rice Salad is an amazingly delicous side dish. Try this Zesty Wild Rice Salad; I bet you will have a huge fan following for this one. - 31.5061
MAKING 1) In a large portable bowl put steamed broccoli. 2) In another small bowl mix vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, green onions and sesame oil. 3) Transfer the mixture over the broccoli. Add tomatoes and red pepper flakes to make the salad spicy. 4) In... - 47.9656
1 To make the dressing, whisk together the vinegar, soy sauce, mirin, ginger, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper in a small bowl until blended; set aside. 2 Spray a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray and set over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and... - 32.7448
1. Wash broccoli, discarding leaves and toughest part of stem. Blanch entire head in boiling water for one minute. Rinse under cold water. Break off florets and cut remaining stem (peeled, if desired) into 2" pieces. 2. Pour olive oil onto a baking sheet.... - 36.0655
Mix the dressing ingredients in a small bowl until blended. Set aside. Wash the broccoli, cut off the florets, and place them in a steamer basket. Remove the bottoms of the stalks and, with a paring knife, cut off the green peel and stringy fibers, to leave... - 42.0889
GETTING READY 1) Rinse the broccoli throughly under tap water. 2) Separate the stems from the florets. 3) Slice the stems lengthwise into about 2-inches while chop the florets into two halves. If the florets are big you can cut them into quarters. 4) Blanch... - 44.346
MAKING 1) In a large bowl, add first 7 ingredients to combine. 2) In another large bowl, place oven-hot cooked rice. 3) Stir well and place aside to cool. 4) Discard the large leaves from the broccoli. 5) Remove the stalks, and place aside for use. 6) In a... - 46.8987
1 ln a medium-size saucepan, bring the stockto a boil. Add the rice, cover, and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes or until the rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes. 2 Meanwhile, bringa large saucepan of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and carrots and... - 41.5946
MAKING 1) Into a steamer, bring the water to boil 2) using a sharp knife, cut the stems off the broccoli and into strips 3) Place them in the steamer and steam till tender 4) Into a bowl beat the egg yolk 5) Add the vinegar to the yolk and beat well 6) Then... - 42.8202
Rice And Chick Pea Salad has been a family favorite for years. Rice And Chick Pea Salad is about the simplest recipe you can prepare! - 42.1598
GETTING READY 1. In a small bowl, blend together the soup and milk. Keep aside. 2. In another small bowl, rub the crumbs with margarine or butter. Keep aside. 3. Preheat the oven to 450°F MAKING 4. In a medium (2 quart) casserole or baking dish, layer half... - 41.9252
GETTING READY 1) Cut broccoli into medium sized flowerets. 2) In a small bowl, combine yogurt and mayonnaise. Set it aside. MAKING 3) Follow the instructions given on the package to cook rice. 4) In a saucepan, boil small amount of water. Add broccoli and... - 48.0045
In medium bowl, combine dressing, juice and pepper. Add rice, broccoli, carrot and tomatoes; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate until serving time (at least four hours). - 31.628
MAKING 1) Cook the rice as per the directions on the package and allow to cool. 2) Rinse and break the broccoli into bite-sized pieces. 3) In a large saucepan, cook the broccoli in the boiling salted water until just tender and drain well. 4) Alternately,... - 47.6079
Mix all ingredients together and put in a buttered casserole dish. Bake at 350° for 1 hr. - 27.5497
Rice-Vegetable Asian Salad is light and at the same time pulsating. No matter how many people you ought to serve and whatever is the course of your meal, this recipe for Rice-Vegetable Asian Salad can turn out real delicious. Here are easy tips where you can... - 31.1459
Confetti chicken salad is a rice and vegetable chicken salad. Prepared with a spiced dressing of vinegar with poultry magic flavored with bayleaf and allspice, the confetti chicken salad has veggies like carrots, tomatoes, broccoli and others in it. tossed... - 40.0462
Cook rice and onion for 15 min., uncovered, in the boiling water to which 1 1/2 teasp of the salt have been added. Add carrots, which have been thinly shredded, and continue cooking for 5 min longer. Remove from heat; drain, and rinse with boiling... - 31.846
Here is a great way to use up left over rice, chicken and left over veggies in the fridge. You can use pretty much any vegetable you want as well as chicken, beef. pork or ham. You can also omit the meat and leave this vegetarian. - 121.751
For all the calorie conscious lot, this video is a must watch. Chef Heather shares a step by step process to make this Oriental Vegetable Noodle Salad. Treat your family to this Asian delicacy today. - 98.6659
Heat oil in a 4- to 5-quart pan over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms, and thyme; cook, stirring often, until vegetables begin to brown (about 8 minutes). Add broccoli and bell pepper; cook, stirring often, until broccoli turns bright green and begins... - 37.9516
A dish to be had which is low on calorie and uses brown rice instead of the regular white rice! A recipe of the healthier you. See the video for more. - 70.7569
Looking for crispy and flavorful vegetable appetizers to go with rice, here is a recipe to make one using lots of vegetables. Check out Basic Vegetable Stirfry, boiled Asparagus and rice with which the appetizers are served along. In the video catch up the... - 104.009
1. Preheat oven to 190°C / 370°F / Gas 5. Lightly spray or brush a 25 cm/10 in pie or quiche dish with unsaturated oil. 2. Steam vegetables until tender crisp. Place in a bowl. Cool slightly. Add half the cheese. Toss to combine. Place rice, fresh herbs and... - 29.1631
Make-Ahead Chicken Divan is an amazingly delicious recipe. Try this Make-Ahead Chicken Divan; I bet you will have a huge fan following for this one. - 45.9778
If you are looking for the perfect recipe to take to your family picnic... Chef Maxwell has just the thing! Tasty and safe. - 112.919
A Dilled Agnolotti Salad is a simple, delicious and refreshing salad. And the fact which makes me exalted is the fact that my kids love this Dilled Agnolotti Salad. They rarely like things. Truly tasty! - 33.7658
This Marinated Vegetable Salad is a lunch passion for me ! Try out this Marinated Vegetable Salad with rice or spaghetti or any other main dish tell me what you like it best with ! - 37.0834
On the lookout for a salad recipe that will please everyone and leave the guests asking for more? Then give a go to the recipe detailed in this video. Guaranteed to make you fall in love. Watch the video to know more! - 96.8341
1. Combine greens, tomatoes, broccoli, and chicken in a bowl. 2. Pour sesame oil, canola oil, vinegar, orange juice, and ginger into a small jar and shake to combine. Add salt to taste. When ready to serve, shake dressing again and pour over salad. - 32.1851
Place the steak on the rack in a broiling pan. Broil 3" from the heat for 6 minutes. Turn the steak over and broil for 6 to 8 minutes more or until cooked to desired doneness; cool. Slice across the grain on the diagonal into 1/8'-thick strips. Then cut each... - 40.4399
1. Sprinkle both sides of meat with 2 teaspoons of the herb-pepper seasoning. In a large skillet cook chops in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil for 5 minutes. Turn chops. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes more or till slightly pink in center and juices run clear. 2.... - 32.4891
1. In a food processor, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, sherry, honey, garlic, hot pepper, and 1/2 cup hot water. Process until dressing is well blended. Place chicken in a large mixing bowl and pour on dressing. Toss to coat. Cover and... - 32.7163
1. Arrange spinach leaves on a large platter; cover and set aside. In a small bowl, stir together vinegar, soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil; set aside. 2. In a wide nonstick frying pan or wok, stir sesame seeds over medium heat until golden (about 3 minutes).... - 34.4371
Make dressing by combining vinegar, Poultry Magic, allspice, bay leaf and salt in blender or food processor fitted with metal blade. Process until well mixed. With the motor running, slowly pour in oil until oil is incorporated and dressing is thick and... - 33.8181
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A light and healthy salad to enjoy during the Spring and Summer Time. - 98.1645
MAKING 1) In a large salad bowl, toss in the cellophane noodles along with the baby corn, mushrooms, broccoli, crrots, pea pods, wax beans, bell pepper and scallions. Mix well. 2) In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, teriyaki sauce, oil, Chinese sesame oil,... - 44.5508
MAKING 1. In a large salad serving bowl, combine all the prepared and cut salads, vegetables, and, seafood if using. 2. Cover the bowl with cling film and refrigerate until serving time or prepare the vegetables as close to the serving time to keep them... - 47.1559
In blender container or food processor bowl with metal blade, combine all dressing ingredients. Cover; blend until smooth. Set aside. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; stir-fry about 5 minutes or until no longer... - 43.2202
Thai salads are a balance of the exciting flavours of sweet-salty-sour-spicey. This is a fabulous side salad or main light lunch dish. - 45.2604
Dredge pork cubes in flour. Dice bacon and stir-fry with garlic until fat is clear. Add pork cubes and fry until edges begin to color. Add the next five ingredients and stir to dissolve brown bits. Cover and turn heat low. Simmer until pork is tender. If you... - 42.5207
GETTING READY 1. For each chicken, slash skin in several places such as breast, legs and wings. 2. Combine 2/3 cup chutney-type relish, lemon juice and corn syrup; mix until well blended. 3. Cover chickens with chutney mixture, rubbing it into the skin. Let... - 43.846
GETTING READY 1) Wash chicken under cold running water. Put in paper towels to dry. 2) Preheat oven hot to 350F. MAKING 3) In a large skillet heat oil. Add chicken pieces in batches and fry till brown. 4) Transfer into a shallow roasting pan arranging pieces... - 46.3747
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Those of you who are fond of stir fried food will like this dish. Chef Bhavna shows how to make stir fried tofu which goes well with noodles or rice. It is easy to make and very healthy too. Tofu is a good source of protein. The sweet and savory sauce makes... - 109.571
GETTING 1. Preheat oven to 375 degree. MAKING 2. For detox water, in large pitcher take water, add lemon, cucumber, and mint leaves to it. Place it in refrigerator to infuse overnight. Strain. 3. For stir fry dressing, in a bowl combine vegetable oil, soy... - 98.3948
Jenny Stanger's solution for the 5 p.m. 'What's for dinner?' panic is to spend two hours, every two weeks, preparing two recipes, with each recipe large enough to make three family-size dinners. Planning ahead and freezing meals can simplify family life. Busy... - 126.371
Place tofu in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, mix soy, vinegar, cumin, garlic, and ginger; drizzle over tofu. Set aside while you prepare remaining ingredients for cooking. Heat oil in a wok or wide frying pan over high heat. Add carrot and stir fry for 1... - 44.1474
This Springtime Vegetable Slaw is simply mind blowing ! A medley of fresh spring vegetables, you can try it with rice or pasta dishes ! Let me know if you've liked this Springtime Vegetable Slaw - 37.3425
Shell and devein shrimp, leaving the tail intact. Spread the tail, and pull out the tendon; then bend shrimp back until straight. Slice large mussels and scallops into 3 pieces. Prepare vegetables, and steam for 2 minutes. Dry seafood and vegetables on... - 39.4806
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetables and garlic; stir-fry 4 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove vegetables from pan. Add remaining oil and chicken to pan; stir-fry 4 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat;... - 41.4324
A quiche is always a good change from a regular meal. Watch this video to learn how to make a great dairy-free vegetable quiche! Made primarily using tofu, the quiche also has several other vegetables. The quiche is well flavored with herbs and garlic. - 119.195
Saute celery in the oil. Add mushrooms, parsley, and tarragon. Cook until moisture is absorbed. Add flour and sherry. Stir and cook until flour is thoroughly mixed. Add drained tuna. Set aside. Blend tofu in a blender or food processor with steel blade until... - 42.3198
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Wilmington Drivers are the Worst!!!!Submitted by Guest1977 (not verified) on Mon, 10/22/2012 - 5:28pm.
Wilmington drivers are the worst I've ever seen and been around. They don't follow any driving rules what so ever. They don't use turn signals, cut you off at the last minute, always on their cell phones talking or texting, run red lights, I could go on and on and on. I've never used my middle finger and horn this much in my life since moving here 3 yrs ago and I will continue to do so as long as there are idiots on the road. Peace Out »
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