Friday, December 10, 2010
Finals!
Finals are almost over, I think I can breathe again. By the end of the year I believe I will start looking like this fellow!
Monday, December 6, 2010
The Buffalo Theory
The "Buffalo Theory" of Beer
A herd of buffalo can move only as fast as the slowest buffalo. When the herd is hunted, it is the slowest and weakest ones at the back that are killed first.
This natural selection is good for the herd as a whole, because the general speed and health of the whole group keeps improving by the regular killing of the weakest members.
In much the same way the human brain can only operate as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, we all know, kills brain cells, but naturally it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first.
In this way regular consumption of beer eliminates the weaker brain cells, making the brain a faster and more efficient machine.
That's why you always feel smarter after a few beers, and that's why beer is so GOOD for you!
Cranberrie shortbread sandwiches. Delicious!
I love cranberries, oh the sweet and tangy taste it leaves in my mouth is absolutely amazing! During the Thanksgiving I baked a batch of yummy cookies that my family just couldn't get enough. The secret ingredient contained cranberries and a small amount of red crushed peppers! It was a great combination. Who knew it would taste so good!
Not only can you enjoy this flaky buttery cookie but cranberries are very rich in vitamin C and flavonoids. Researchers have identified proanthocyanidins as the substance that prevents infectious E. coli from sticking to the lining of the urinary tract. These anti-adhesion effects could potentially help prevent peptic ulcers as well. As for the red pepper it contains capsaicin that stimulates blood flow and has well established antibacterial activity. Many people believe that eating spicy food will induce stomach ulcers but researchers have discovered that capsaicin provides protection against them. Experiments have also proven that cayenne benefits the cardiovascular system by reducing triglyceride levels and platelet aggregations in the blood.
Heres the recipe for this great shortbread sandwiches if you dare to try this unique combination!
Shortbread:
1/2 cup dried tart cranberries
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 cold cup unsalted butter, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
Whipped filling:
1/2 cup whipping cream
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 recipe fudge sauce, below
1. preheat oven to 325 F. In bowl combine cranberries and crushed red pepper, cover with boiling water, Let stand 10 minutes; drain.
2. In food processor bowl combine flour, granulated sugar, cornstarch, salt, and bakindg powder. Add butter and soaked cranberries. Pulse until dough begins to clump together. Remove from processor. Gather dough and press in free-forms saquare. Roll between two sheets parchment paper to 12x9-inch rectangle. With knife, cut thirty-six-inch pieces (do not seperate). Slide parchment onto baking sheet and remove top parchment.
3. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven. Cool on wire rack.
4. For whipped filling, in bowl combine whipping cream, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla, Beat with electric mixer on high until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
5. To assemble, spread flat side of 18 rectangles with scant tablespoon of whipped filling. Top with remaining shortbread, flat side down.
6. Serve with fudge sauce, sprinkle additional crancberries.
Fudge Sauce:
In a saucepan combine 1/2 cup whipping cream and 3 tablespoons light corn syrup. Cover over medium-high heat until hot. Remove from heat; stir in 4 ounces chopped semisweet chocolate until melted. Let cool until thick about an hour. Dip shortbread cookies halfway into fudge sauce and place in parchment paper and enjoy!
Makes 18 sandwiches
Not only can you enjoy this flaky buttery cookie but cranberries are very rich in vitamin C and flavonoids. Researchers have identified proanthocyanidins as the substance that prevents infectious E. coli from sticking to the lining of the urinary tract. These anti-adhesion effects could potentially help prevent peptic ulcers as well. As for the red pepper it contains capsaicin that stimulates blood flow and has well established antibacterial activity. Many people believe that eating spicy food will induce stomach ulcers but researchers have discovered that capsaicin provides protection against them. Experiments have also proven that cayenne benefits the cardiovascular system by reducing triglyceride levels and platelet aggregations in the blood.
Heres the recipe for this great shortbread sandwiches if you dare to try this unique combination!
Shortbread:
1/2 cup dried tart cranberries
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 cold cup unsalted butter, cut in 1/2 inch pieces
Whipped filling:
1/2 cup whipping cream
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 recipe fudge sauce, below
1. preheat oven to 325 F. In bowl combine cranberries and crushed red pepper, cover with boiling water, Let stand 10 minutes; drain.
2. In food processor bowl combine flour, granulated sugar, cornstarch, salt, and bakindg powder. Add butter and soaked cranberries. Pulse until dough begins to clump together. Remove from processor. Gather dough and press in free-forms saquare. Roll between two sheets parchment paper to 12x9-inch rectangle. With knife, cut thirty-six-inch pieces (do not seperate). Slide parchment onto baking sheet and remove top parchment.
3. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven. Cool on wire rack.
4. For whipped filling, in bowl combine whipping cream, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla, Beat with electric mixer on high until stiff peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
5. To assemble, spread flat side of 18 rectangles with scant tablespoon of whipped filling. Top with remaining shortbread, flat side down.
6. Serve with fudge sauce, sprinkle additional crancberries.
Fudge Sauce:
In a saucepan combine 1/2 cup whipping cream and 3 tablespoons light corn syrup. Cover over medium-high heat until hot. Remove from heat; stir in 4 ounces chopped semisweet chocolate until melted. Let cool until thick about an hour. Dip shortbread cookies halfway into fudge sauce and place in parchment paper and enjoy!
Makes 18 sandwiches
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