Coffee Cake Recall

Another recall this week! Wegmans food recalls their Wegmans Wreath Kuchen (coffee cake) because it contains pecans that were not listed on the label.

Food Recalls

In the Christmas season anxiety is always an issue. Though with all the food in and toy recalls over the past few months. Congress states they are now working to improve the inspection process.

Cold Weather Tips

Frosty is on the way. As the weather keeps getting cooler. Remember to keep yourself warm and remember these winter tips.

C keep yourself and your clothes Clean.
O avoid Overheating.
L wear clothes loose and in layers.
D keep dry.

Also see attached link for more helpful cool weather tips.

Red Velvet Cake Recipe

12 Servings
1 1/4 hours 30 min prep

1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups sifted cake flour
1/4 cup cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup buttermilk or sour milk
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 tablespoon white vinegar

1. Preheat oven 350F
2. Grease and lightly flour two 9 inch round cake pans.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Combine flour, cinnamon, cocoa and baking powder in a medium bowl.
5. Add gradually to creamed sugar, alternating with milk.
6. Dissolve soda in vinegar and fold very carefully into batter.
7. Stir to combine, but do not overmix.
8. Pour into prepared baking pans, and bake about 30 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched with finger.
9. Cool in pans on wire rack for 5 minutes
10. Remove from pans and cool completely before frosting.

Live Christmas trees causing mold problems

Live Christmas trees making people sick. A recent study showed that the mold count on a live tree only got worse the longer the tree remained in the house. Researchers stated that if you already have allergies you might consider bringing home a artificial tree this year.

Neapolitan Pork Chops Receipe

Yields: 4 servings
Preparation: 15 Minutes
Cook: 45

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic
4 (1/2 -inch- thick) loin pork chops
1/2 teaspoon Adams Reserve Table
Grind Black Pepper
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons Adams Reserve
Dehydrated Chablis Wine
3 tablespoons white grape juice
1 medium green pepper, chopped 1/2 pound sliced mushrooms

In a large skillet, brown garlic in oil over medium-high heat, discard garlic. In same oil, brown chops for 4 minutes per side. Season chops with salt & pepper.

In a small bowl, combine tomato paste , dehydrated wine, and white grape juice. Add to skillet. Add green pepper and mushrooms. Reduce heat to low and cover skillet. Cook for approzimately 45 minutes.

Life

Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.