Quick And Amazing Marinara

Quick And Amazing Marinara

8 cloves minced garlic,( fresh only!!)
2 large cans of petite diced tomatoes
one cup red wine
3/4 cup olive oil
1 pound of Romano, or Parmesan cheese

 ( 1/2 of each is amazing too)

2 tablespoons of crushed red pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2  tablespoons Montreal steak seasoning
8 Ribbon cut fresh basil leaves.
2 teaspoons of anchovy paste (optional)

 

 

In a large sauce pan warm oil, anchovy paste, (optional)  and garlic, ( just till you begin to smell the garlic), then  add oregano basil Montreal steak seasoning stir and slowly add red wine. This is a great time if you like mushrooms to add mushrooms as well. Cover and let cook slowly for five minutes on low to medium heat do not burn the garlic. Now add the two cans of diced tomatoes and let warm but don't let it come to a bubble. Once you start to see sauce start to steam Parmesan cheese in large chunks and drop into sauce cover and let cook for 15 minutes on medium low heat with a lid. Once the sauce is finished cook your pasta put in colander  had two bowls not too high and cover with sauce almost like a soup make sure everyone gets a nice chunk of the cheese it's like fondue. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and a little crushed red pepper salt and pepper to taste and top off with fresh basil ribbons. Bon appétit!!

Using 1 or 2 pounds of your favorite pasta cooked Al Dante (not over cooked) follow the directions on the pasta package. (Typically we like the normal spaghetti noodles.)

 

 

The Big Three Stresses

The Big Three Stresses

APRIL 30, 2014

 

We live in a world where stress comes at us from all directions. Dr. Jason Gordon, a back specialist with a long-standing practice around the corner from New York City’s Carnegie Hall, shares his take on three types of stress and the havoc they can wreak.

“There are three types of stress — physical, chemical and emotional or psychological. Physical stress is caused by an action — slips and falls, sports injuries, going up and down stairs, sitting all day at a desk, sleeping on a lousy mattress, things of that nature. Chemical stress can be caused by polluted air, preservatives in food, fluorescent lights, smoking, caffeine, alcohol, drugs, the list is long. Then there’s emotional stress, which I put at the top because it causes additional physical stress and can even create psychosomatic illness.”


What happens when stress gets us off balance?
“Imagine a bicycle wheel. If one spoke breaks the wheel starts to wobble. Now you’re putting stress and strain on the other spokes. Eventually, another spoke breaks and you begin to spin out of control. If you look at your life as a wheel and think of physical, chemical and emotional stress as spokes, then you can see if any of these snap due to overload, then your life gets out of balance and you start to break down.”

Is stress control even possible?
“Absolutely. I teach my patients how to control their stress by identifying its source, then taking preventative measures. With patience and practice, they regain their natural alignment — both physically and metaphysically. Witnessing the transformation is like watching onion layers peeling off — you start to see that individual the way they’re meant to be. They shed their pain. They’re eating better. They’re exercising. And they go from being unhappy and pessimistic to upbeat and optimistic. It’s pretty amazing.”

 

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The Sandwich Spread That Make Mayo Cry!!

THIS SANDWICH SPREAD MAKE’S MAYO CRY!!

(But you and any kind of sandwich you make will love it!!)

 

2 Medium Onions, roughly chopped

2 large jalapenos, diced (optional)

3 t. garlic salt

1 ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

2 T. dried oregano

2T. dried basil

1T. coriander seed, toasted & crushed (optional)   

 

Combine chopped onion, diced jalapenos, garlic salt, oregano, and basil and coriander seed in a large bowl.  Pour olive oil over all ingredients and fold together with a spatula, scrapping all ingredients from the bottom till completely blended. Put all mixture into a glass or plastic container with a tight seal refrigerator for at least 8 hours.   This spread is amazing on all types for sandwiches that you would have added mayo, and a much safer alternative when taking food on picnics. 

 

Some suggestions: 1 large, whole wheat French bread loaf, add salami, capicola, pancetta, (also good with sliced chicken or turkey,) provolone cheese, & arugula. Cut into sandwich size slices and wrap in Ziploc bags. Bring enough sandwich spread for each slice in a tight Tupperware container. When serving sandwiches spoon spread on bread and enjoy.

 

Mother's Day Fun!

Wonderful Mother's Day activities, Whale Watching, Family, Friends, and Fabulous Food!!