Wednesday, April 25, 2012

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Today is one of those pinch yourself kind of days. 3 weeks ago I taped an episode of ABC's The Chew which aired this afternoon. Having my bestie Glennie and my Mom with me made the day a million times more special.  I dream someday of having a show where I can share recipes and cook with friends and family. It's such a passion of mine. Today I am one baby step closer. 

I agree with the hosts that recipes are to be shared so without further ado, here is dish I made (one of my favorites that my Mamma concocted).  

Twice Cooked Spicy Green Beans with Pork & Scotch



Ingredients:

1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
1 tsp sugar
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp scotch
2 tsp sesame oil
vegetable oil for frying
1 1/2 lbs green beans, trimmed
1 Tbsp garlic, minced
2 tsp hot pepper flakes
1 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1/3 lb ground pork
3 Tbsp green onion, minced

Combine salt, sugar, soy sauce, scotch and sesame oil in a small bowl.  

In a wok heat 2 inches of vegetable oil to 375* and in it fry the beans one handful at a time for 30 seconds a batch.  Transfer them with a slotted utensil to paper towels to drain.  Let oil return to heat before starting next batch.

After all green beans are cooked and drained, pour off all but 3 Tbsp of the oil.  Heat until hot but not smoking. 

Stir fry the garlic, red pepper flakes and ginger for 10 seconds. Add pork and cook for 2 minutes or until it is lightly browned.  Add beans and fry for an additional 30 seconds.  Add soy sauce mixture and scallions and cook additional 30 seconds or until the beans are heated through and coated with sauce.

Stuff your face.  Serves 6.










Wednesday, April 4, 2012

What did I loose?

Today I had a slightly heated debate with a friend on FB about the role of government in social programs.  She on the side of government should have many programs to help many. Me on the side of smaller government and  individual compassion to help out those in need.  I feel people should have hearts turned toward God and hearts that are quiet enough to hear His prodding to give and share.  It has led me to this thought I have been chewing on all morning: If an the end of my life I am wrong and Jesus is not my Lord and a relationship with Him is not necessary for entry into heaven, what did I loose?

I lost fear
Psalm 23:4
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

I lost anger

Ephesians 4:26 NIV

"In your anger do not sin": Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry,

I lost selfishness

Psalm 119:36 NIV

Turn my heart toward your statutes and not toward selfish gain.

I lost envy and pride

1 Corinthians 13:4 NIV

Love is patientlove is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.

And what did those who choose to turn away loose: Eternity in Heaven.

I'm gonna go ahead and take my chances.

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