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Archive for May, 2009

Gulf Goodies Volume 1 Issue xi

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

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Seek and Discover – Stephen The First Martyr

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

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This Week’s Verse Found in Acts 6:5-15 (K.J.V)

Ask the Computer Dr. – Moving Programs

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

Can’t I just copy my programs to my new computer?

Answer:

Unlike your data files, program files do not typically transfer over so easily. When you install your favorite game, or Office program, there is more going on than simply copying files. The install program is giving information to your PC that tells it what files to use and how to operate the files it just copied. Without this instruction manual for your computer, the files are useless. There are some applications that can be copied and still work, but most modern ones do not. So make sure that you not only keep backups of your important files, but also keep backups of install programs on CD, and most importantly, keep a hard copy of all of those valuable installation codes.

This Week's Recipe – Nick's Famous Fried Rice

Thursday, May 28th, 2009
Submitted by: Chef Nick

This recipe makes REALLY GOOD FRIED RICE. I have interjected humor here and there to make it a “funny” experience. But I can’t stress enough that it’s GOOD stuff. Let me know if you like it!
A wonderful recipe (if I do say so myself). Good luck!

Nicks Famous Fried Rice Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups cooked rice (I use BASMATI or JASMINE rice,)
  • 4 eggs (2 eggs only whites, 2 eggs with the yolks – chicken eggs, please)
  • meat (optional – pork, chicken, or roadkill is fine – I prefer chicken, but raccoon is good too)
  • green onion / white onion / celery / bell pepper / broccoli / frozen peas / any crisp vegetable, diced to the size of….well, dice
  • 1 ounce dark sesame oil (Trader Joe’s has this $1.99 a bottle – pick up some $2 Chuck while you’re there)
  • 2 ounces canola oil (any kind except Pennzoil works fine – I just like Canola oil for its heart-healthy tendencies)
  • salt (Seasoned Salt is fine)

Directions

Mix the eggs (2 full eggs, 2 egg whites) and an ounce of the canola oil and the ounce of dark sesame oil, scramble them up like a crazy person.
The key ingredient in this whole thing is the dark sesame oil, so don’t forget that.
Pour the other ounce of canola oil in the bottom of a wok.
Get that sucker hot! Stirfry veggies 2 minutes I suggest cooking this while you have clothes on. If you cook this naked, you run the risk of serious injury as the hot oil in the wok will spit at you when you do the next step.
Add the egg mixture to the wok. Now do you see why you should wear clothes while cooking this? Scramble this up, don’t let it form a big flapjack in the pan. Get this looking like oily scrambled eggs. Because, amazingly enough, that’s what it is, so far.
Add the meat & Cooked Rice (make sure it’s already cooked – that’s why I suggest leftovers – or if not, cook it in the wok before you add the eggs).
The meat should be diced as well, about the size of the hole in a CD. You don’t have to make it spherical or cylindrical, that was just an example. Making dodecahedrons is OK too.
Scramble the meat, eggs and Rice up good! Serve Hot as a Side Dish or main Entrée.
Thanks for trying my Recipe, if you liked it tell me, if not tell me also, but don’t expect me to believe your lies ! -Chef Nick

Community News – Toys for Tots

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

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Toys For Tots Toy Run Commitee
2nd Mid Year BBQ Cook-Off

June 26-27, 2009
VFW Post 4395, 7407 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena

Cooks Meeting June 19, 2009 @ 6:30 pm
VFW Post 4395, 7407 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena

Friday Night June 26th
Fajitas & Ritas $20 for one or $30 for both.
Ritas are judged 50% on Taste – 50% on Showmanship
Saturday June 27th
$150 for these Categories Chicken, Brisket, Ribs, Beans
Calcutta for Chicken Ribs, & Brisket
Calcutta Trophies for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in each category & People’s Choice

For information go to www.toysfortotstoyrun.com

Gulf Goodies Volume 1 Issue x

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

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Seek and Discover – A Model Wife and Mother

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

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This Week’s Verse found in Proverbs 31:10-31 (K.J.V.)

Ask the Computer Dr. – Wireless Video

Thursday, May 21st, 2009

How much on my PC can I make wireless?

Answer:

I was on the search today to find out how I can mount a monitor about 10′ away from a computer, with 25′ of monitor cable. Then I had to solve the dreaded problem on how to run the not so slender monitor cable, until I found the Iogear Wireless USB to VGA. This magic device allows you to connect a monitor or projector from up to 30′ from your computer.  Based on the reviews, it’s best to keep it around 15-20′ and make sure the two antennae can “see” each other.  This got me thinking: what wires, besides power, are required? With the inclusion of this handy gadget, there is pretty much a wireless device for every basic computer component you use to where the only cables are the ones going to your surge protector. What freedom!

This Week's Recipe – Honey-Soy Pork Chops

Thursday, May 21st, 2009
Submitted by: Chef Nick

Summer is always a special time for relaxed and casual meals, for summertime patriotic holidays and especially for picnics in the great outdoors. This recipe is perfect for such occasions.—Chef Nick

Honey-Soy Pork Chops

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sherry or unsweetened apple juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork chops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting.
Coat grill rack with cooking spray before starting the grill. Drain and discard marinade. Grill pork, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160°, basting frequently with remaining marinade.

Yield: 4 servings.

Gulf Goodies Volume 1 Issue ix

Thursday, May 14th, 2009

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