sesame chicken salad
when it's too hot to cook, we love salads! here's a great salad from the steamy kitchen!
ingredients:
4 cups (1 liter) water 4 slices of ginger, 1⁄4 in thick 1 medium onion, sliced 3 boneless chicken breasts(1 lb) 4-5 mini cucumbers or 1 English cucumber, unpeeled (or 1 Kirby cucumber, peeled and deseeded)2 large tomatoes, cut into eighths6 green onions (scallions), finely chopped1⁄4 cup sesame oil Salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste Vinaigrette
1⁄4 cup light soy sauce1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon whole pepper- corns, lightly crushed
directions:
1) To make the Vinaigrette, mix the soy sauce, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, and peppercorns in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for one minute and set aside.
2) Bring the water, ginger, and onion to a boil in a medium sized saucepan over medium heat. Lower the heat to a simmer and add the chicken breasts. Cook for 15 minutes.
3) Turn off the heat and let chicken sit in the hot liquid for 10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the stock, and when it is cool enough to handle, shred the chicken with your hands. Place the chicken back into the stock in a bowl and refrigerate until you are ready to use.
4) Lightly scrape the skin of the mini or English cucumbers with a paring knife . 5 If using mini cucumbers cut them into 11⁄2 inch chunks. If you are using an English or Kirby cucum- ber cut them in half lengthwise, and then into 11⁄2 inch chunks.
5) Place a chunk of cucumber under the broad part of a kitchen knife. With your fist, hit the top of the blade once, and lightly crush the cucumber. Repeat with the remaining pieces.
6) Arrange a layer of the crushed cucumbers around a large serving platter. Remove the cold chicken from the stock and place it down the center of the platter. Surround the chicken with the tomato wedges and top it with green onions.
7) In a stainless steel ladle or small pot, heat the sesame oil over a low flame until bubbles appear, approximately one minute. Turn off the heat and pour the oil evenly over the green onions and chicken. Strain the Vinaigrette and drizzle it over the chicken and vegetables. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
WOW {Warm Oven Wednesday} Sesame Chicken Salad
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
What You Need To Know About Bible Prophecy by Max Anders
Features include:
- 12 lessons that can be completed in under 1 hour each
- Real-life application of biblical truth
- Explanations of prominent Christian views on each topic
- Easy-to-teach lessons, including previews and summary features
- Questions for discussion
- Core teachings on Christianity that will challenge any seeker, new believer, or veteran believer looking for a stronger foundation
What You Need to Know About guides sold to date: More than 200,000 units
My Review: As a "veteran" Christian I still find that I don't know everything about the Bible. Every time I pick up God's Word I find some new nugget. So, when this book about Bible prophecy came available I knew that I could glean from God's Word by using this study guide. There are 12 lessons that help the reader to grasp what is in the "lesson" I found the discussion questions to be vital and interesting...of course, I was doing this study alone and not in a group. This would be great for group study! The explanations that the author gives are good for the inquiring mind. If you long to more about the upcoming days and what God's Word has to say about it all, then grab this book. There is SO much in this book! Of course, the reader needs to realize that this is not the "end all" book nor does it contain all the answers but it is a wonderful start and a great guide. Time is never wasted when one studies God's Word! *This book was provided by BookSneeze/Thomas Nelson*
- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson (June 19, 2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1401675344
- ISBN-13: 978-1401675349
Monday, June 11, 2012
Murder In Miami (Cuban Trilogy) by Noel Hynd
Book Description: Alex LaDuca travels to Miami to continue her investigations into the murder-and-money laundering activities of the Dosi cartel, an intrigue set in motion in Hostage in Havana. Sent there by the U.S. Treasury Department to speak with a recent Cuban defector, she soon realizes this key player may be no help at all. A vast global money laundering scheme fueled by cocaine profits. A man who promises to put Alex 'in touch with the deceased.' A lethal trap by the Dosi cartel. A handsome actor back in New York who suggests that love and romance may soon return to Alex's life ... Alex attempts to navigate a Miami underworld that encompasses elements of the surreal and supernatural. But can Alex emerge from this world with her life---and her faith---intact? Can she get past the painful tragedy of her past and discover God's plan for her future? Readers of general market thrillers, such as Robert Ludlum and Tom Clancy will eagerly anticipate this second installment.
My Review: This is the second book in the Cuban Trilogy. Alex is a strong female character but in this second book she becomes more mature in her faith.
Not ever having been part of or even close to the drug cartel or the "underworld," I found this read fascinating. As we all know, fiction is based on facts not dreamed up by the author. There were moments when I actually held my breath waiting for Alex to not get hurt or to make a wise decision.
The cruel world of cocaine and it's terrible effects on people is enough but when one reads about the cruelty of the underworld and the mob bosses it gives one pause for thought.
The romance in this book is not overdone...in fact, it's more understated and sweet. I like the fact that there isn't any profane language or crude references to sex.
This is one of those reads that will have you on the edge of your seat! The intrigue and faith makes it feel like a newspaper article that was made into a fantastic read!
Grab your beach chair and a glass of ice tea and enjoy a great summer read!
*This book was provided by Zondervan for review*
Meet the Author:
Noel Hynd is an American author who has more than four million books in print. Most of his books have been in the action-espionage-suspense genre (Conspiracy in Kiev, Midnight in Madrid, Countdown in Cairo, The Enemy Within) but others (Ghosts, The Prodigy, A Room For The Dead and Cemetery of Angels) were highly acclaimed ghost stories. He currently has a multi-book publishing contract with Zondervan/HarperCollins.
He is also a former contributor to Sports Illustrated and several other national magazines. His 1988 non-fiction book, The Giants of The Polo Grounds, was an Editor's Choice of The New York TIMES Review of Books in 1988. He has also written several produced screenplays.Mr. Hynd was born in New York City, is a graduate of the University of Pennsylavnia, and lives in southern California with his wife Patricia.The Kindle editions of Midnight in Madrid and Conspiracy in Kiev were simultaneously numbers 1 and 2 among all books on Amazon's Kindle Best Seller lists in December 2009.Several dozen foreign editions of his books have been published over the years. Readers are welcomed to reach Mr. Hynd at NH1212f@yahoo.com.- Reading level: Ages 18 and up
- Paperback: 368 pages
- Publisher: Zondervan (May 22, 2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0310324564
- ISBN-13: 978-0310324560
Sunday, June 10, 2012
The Anniversary Waltz by Darrel Nelson
My Review: The Anniversary Waltz is one of those sweet never ending stories. A story that grabs the heart and then the reader realizes this was. well. fiction. (but based on events in the author's family history).
The Anniversary Waltz is not only a sweet story but a love story filled with struggles and that.one.of.a.kind.courage that seemed to come with the World War II era.
Adam has been to the war and back. Elizabeth is dating, Nathan, who seems controlling but Elizabeth has her eye on Adam. This is their story. From 1946 to 2006 Adam and Elizabeth give their family and friends the story of their life.
The telling of the kissing game where all the single men and single women play for kisses is where, I think, Elizabeth lets Adam know she would REALLY like his attention. An interesting game.
The relationship between Adam and Elizabeth reminded me of George and Mary in It's A Wonderful Life. A husband and wife team, working together against all odds to bring not only unity in their marriage but to help others.
There are family issues that aren't neatly put into a box but could be real life issues that we all might face. The story of real men and real women!
Life challenges will either make us or break us and as Darrel Nelson so aptly writes..."I would never have given up on you, Elizabeth." {p. 284}
A heart warming read!
*This book was provided for review by GlassRoad PR*
Meet the Author:
I have always loved to write. I started writing stories before I was old enough to realize I was writing stories. It seemed a natural thing to pick up a pencil and paper and create a world simply by using words—worlds of adventure in steaming jungles (Tarzan was an early influence on me) or realms of adventure in outer space (Buck Rogers). But as I have grown older, I have discovered that the real inspiration for me is exploring the theme of love and how it can make such a difference in the world.
I’ve had an article published in Lethbridge Magazine and have written several dramatic plays, two of which won provincial recognition and were showcased at a drama festival. I won the CJOC radio songwriting contest two years running, and have had one of my songs receive international airplay. I have written four novels intended for the juvenile market. They are unpublished as yet, but I read them annually to my fourth grade students and my students tell me they love them, the darlings.
If you'd like to read the first chapter excerpt of The Anniversary Waltz, go HERE.
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
WOW {Warm Oven Wednesday} Shrimp Boil Kabobs
It's that time of the year again...too hot to cook! So I'm grilling this out ....YUMMO!
Shrimp Boil Kebabs
from Everyday Food, June 2011
1/2 pound small new potatoes
2 small ears corn, cut into 1 1/2 inch rounds
1/2 pound andouille sausage, cut into 1 inch rounds
1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 stick butter, melted
4 teaspoons Tabasco
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
Boil the potatoes in salted water over medium-high heat for about 12-15 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Thread potatoes, corn, andouille and shrimp onto skewers. (This makes about 4 skewers.)
Heat grill to medium-high. Clean and lightly oil the grill. In a small bowl, combine the butter, Tabasco and Old Bay. Grill kebabs turning and brushing with butter mixture occasionally until the shrimp are cooked through and corn in starting to char, about 8 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
The Chase by Diann Mills
Book Description: To the FBI it's a cold case. To Kariss Walker it's a hot idea that could either reshape or ruin her writing career. And it's a burning mission to revisit an event she can never forget. Five years ago, an unidentified little girl was found starved to death in the woods behind a Houston apartment complex. A TV news anchor at the time, Kariss reported on the terrifying case. Today, as a New York Times bestselling author, Kariss intends to turn the unsolved mystery into a suspense novel. Enlisting the help of FBI Special Agent Tigo Harris, Kariss succeeds in getting the case reopened. But the search for the dead girl's missing mother yields a discovery that plunges the partners into a witch's brew of danger. The old crime lives on in more ways than either of them could ever imagine. Will Kariss's pursuit of her dream as a writer carry a deadly price tag? Drawing from a real-life cold case, bestselling novelist DiAnn Mills presents a taut collage of suspense, faith, and romance in The Chase.
My Review: Diann Mills believes that "her readers should expect adventure." So, quite frankly, if you don't love action and adventure DON'T read this book! I adore action, adventure and suspense in a christian read! So, you guessed it! Diann Mills has become one of my "most favortist" authors.
Now in, The Chase, the action begins on page one! As the reader opens the book and begins reading...two things are immediately established...there will be sadness and there will be triumphant.
Kariss is one of those characters who is so believable that the reader wonders, "Have I met her in real life?" And Agent Tigo? He's the kind.of.guy we all would like to have watching our back!
This adventure takes quite a toll on the reader! I experienced so many emotions while reading The Chase...fear {um, quite real!}, sadness {can people really live this way} and triumphant {God allows the good guys to always overcome!}.
Such a fantastic read! I was truly wishing for book 2 when I finished this book!
- Reading level: Ages 18 and up
- Paperback: 368 pages
- Publisher: Zondervan (March 27, 2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0310333172
- ISBN-13: 978-0310333173
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