How Many Can You Get Right

Do you LOVE movies? Watching movies is a staple in my life, so I thought I'd be fabulous at this. I found this fun little way of wasting time, and tried it on my own...I only got 5 right, I think. Then I showed Casey, Kristy, Kieth, and Jeremy....the five of us together still couldn't get them all. It was pretty darn hard, but still pretty fun to do. Try it out and let me know how you did. :)

Oh! Here's the link.

Polenta Instead of Pizza

Instead of eating a totally FATTY piece of pizza, try making some of these to take care of that craving. I found this recipe on Fitsugar, and thought it looked amazing. I'm gonna try it!

To see this simple recipe that can be served as an appetizer or main dish keep reading.

Recipe: Pizza Quinoa Polenta

Ingredients

1 tube of Quinoa Polenta
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 Roma tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

Directions

1. Pour the oil in a pan and heat on low.
2. Cut the polenta into 1/4 inch thick slices.
3. Place the polenta in the pan and cook each side so they're slightly golden brown.

   

4. Turn the oven on to 350° F.
5. Slice the tomatoes. Place the polenta on foil on a cookie sheet. Top each piece with a slice of tomato. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

   

   

Luc's First Pair of Chucks

Click on people's faces in the photo to tag them.

NYC Subway Cuff

I am just wondering....would locals wear this? Or is it a dead give away that you are an
"out of towner?"

This NYC Subway Cuff by Tiffany Burnette

Go to the Movies for FREE!

I heard a couple of weeks ago that there were theaters in Chattanooga that would play kids movies for free on certain days of the week. I then read on some random blog about Regal Cinemas' free family festival. I called Regal Cinemas in Chattanooga, and was extremely disappointed to find out that they did not participate in the family festival here in Chattanooga. However, a friend of mine, Kathy H., told me today that they do indeed have free movies for kids at the Rave. YAY for the RAVE!! Thanks Kathy for emailing me the info. Here's what's playing.....

(As for Regal Cinemas, use this link to see where the free shows are near you!)

The FREE Summer Movies began today at the RAVE (East Ridge by Sears Essentials). They will be every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. Doors open at 9:30.

June 9/10 Kung Fu Panda

June 16/17 Madagascar 2

June 23/24 Surf's Up

June 30/July 1 El Despro

July 7/8 Horton Hears a Who

July 14/15 Space Chimps

July 21/22 E-gore

July 28/29 - Shrek 3

Found Magazine is Stinking Hilarious

For the times in life when you really need to laugh:
1. Go to computer
2. Get online
3. Put www.foundmagazine.com into address bar
4. Hold belly and laugh

You want proof? Follow me.........

exhibit A.

Why? What's on Top of Your Tree?

FOUND by Keith Sanders in Denver, Colorado

Found in a friend's garage

exhibit B.

No Boys in the Room

FOUND by Paul Druecke in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

exhibit C.

Party Party UK Stylee

FOUND by "The Guvnor" in London, UK

Found behind the radiator at work. No idea when, where, what they are celebrating or what she might be eating.

exhibit D.

Just Fake Her Handwriting!

FOUND by Seth Poppy in Perth Amboy, New Jersey

I work for a touring puppet company and, as a result, often spend time in elementary schools. I found this note on the cafeteria floor where we'd set up our stage for an afternoon show. I'm guessing this is either a rough draft of a forgery, or that Mrs. Hernandez needs to brush up on her spelling.

*These are just a few to get you interested. What is this crazy nonsense, you ask? I will give it to you straight...from their own website.

Found Magazine:

So, what's this all about?
We collect found stuff: love letters, birthday cards, kids' homework, to-do lists, ticket stubs, poetry on napkins, doodles-- anything that gives a glimpse into someone else's life. Anything goes.

We certainly didn't invent the idea of found stuff being cool. Every time we visit our friends in other towns, someone's always got some kind of unbelievable discovered note or photo on their fridge. We decided to make a bunch of projects so that everyone can check out all the strange, hilarious and heartbreaking things people have picked up and passed our way.

And how'd this all start?
One snowy winter night in Chicago a few years back, Davy went out to his car and found a note on his windshield -- a note meant for someone else, a guy named Mario:

*Sorry for the language, folks...just passing on info. ANYWAY, I always get a kick out of this site, so I thought I would share it with you. Maybe it'll make you smile some gray and rainy day.

4 for the Summer 6

Here are a few recipes using 4 of the 6 super summer fruits and veggies from my last post.

Mini Spinach Frittatas
Inspired by South Beach Diet and Self Magazine

Ingredients

5 eggs
2 tbs low fat milk
3/4 cup diced red pepper
1 package of chopped frozen spinach
5 ounces cup soft goat cheese (chevre)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Microwave spinach on high for two minutes. Wring with hands to drain excess liquid.
2. Beat eggs and milk in a small bowl.
3. Mix in goat cheese.
4. Add veggies and salt and pepper to taste.
5. Pour muffin tins coated with canola cooking spray.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes, or until firm and just golden on top.
7. Once cooled, you can store the frittatas in the fridge. To warm you can microwave for 20 to 40 seconds to reheat, or pop them in a toaster oven for about a minute.

Makes 9 mini frittatas

This sauce contains a handful of nutritional super foods, eating for your heart has never been so tasty. Pouring romesco over roasted or grilled asparagus is a good way to enjoy this sauce.It would also be good over fish or poultry. As a snack, dip toasted bread in the sauce. To see the recipe read more.

Romesco Sauce

Ingredients

1/2 cup almond slivers
1/2 cup toasted hazelnuts
5 cloves of garlic
6 inch piece of stale bread baguette
2 large ripe tomatoes
4 large red bell peppers
1/4 to 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/8 to 1/4 cup red wine or sherry vinegar to taste
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon or a pinch of cayenne pepper
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Roast peppers and garlic on rimmed baking sheet six inches from flame of broiler on high. Rotate peppers as they char, about 3 to 5 minutes. When garlic is browned remove from pan to cool, this will likely be when peppers are only half roasted. Peel garlic once it is cool to the touch.
2. When peppers are charred evenly on all four sides, place in paper bag, or an insulated lunch box lined with paper towels, for 10 to 20 minutes so peppers steam cook in their own heat. Drain on a plate for 10 minutes before using.
3. Place almonds and hazelnuts into food processor and process until finely ground.
4. Spray medium skillet with olive oil cooking spray, or use teaspoon of olive oil, and sauté quartered tomatoes for five minutes.
5. Add tomatoes and torn bread to nuts and process.
6. Add peppers, garlic, and spices to food processor and mix well.
7. While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle olive oil and then vinegar; add more of either as needed. Salt and pepper to taste.

This recipe makes about 3 to 4 cups of sauce.

Raspberry/Strawberry Popsicles

Ingredients

4 cups whole milk yogurt
2 cups chopped strawberries
1/4 cup chopped raspberries
4 tbsp sugar

Directions

1. Strain liquid from the yogurt. To strain, place cheesecloth or paper towels in a colander. Pour yogurt into the colander and place it in a large bowl. Place in refrigerator for 2 hours.



2. Chop strawberries. I chopped them into chunks but in the future, I will quarter the berries and finely slice them into paper thin slivers.



3. Place strawberries in a bowl and add sugar.



4. Chop or puree raspberries and add to strawberries, stir to combine.
5. Stir the strained yogurt into strawberry raspberry mixture.



6. Fill popsicle molds.



7. Wait patiently to freeze.

Makes 8 popsicles.

Frozen Lemon-Blueberry Sorbet

Makes:

10 (1/2-cup) servings

What You Need

1 env. KNOX Unflavored Gelatine

1 can (6 oz.) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed

1 pkg. (12 oz.) frozen blueberries

1/4 cup sugar

2 cups large ice cubes

Make It

SPRINKLE gelatine over lemonade concentrate in microwavable bowl; let stand 1 minute. Stir. Microwave on HIGH 45 seconds. Stir until gelatine is completely dissolved.

PLACE blueberries and sugar in blender container. Add gelatine mixture; cover. Blend until pureed. Add ice cubes; cover. Blend on high speed until smooth and frosty.

SERVE immediately for a soft slush or cover and freeze at least 4 hours for a firmer sorbet.