http://www.theworldlink.com/ The latest news from the www.theworldlink.com website! Newsys Template Engine Cuisine http://backend.userland.com/rss 60 newsys-451147513 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b030a9566dee198854747.txt J.M. Hirsch, AP Food Editor Preparing Thanksgiving dinner is enough of a pressure cooker, never mind having to do on-the-fly math to get it right. Here are all the numbers you need to have a safe, worry-free and delicious Turkey Day dinner. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:21:53 -0800 newsys-448717729 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b0306df5fb47769548532.txt There is something to be said for the "splurt" sound made when dumping a can of cranberry sauce into a serving bowl. Ditto for the ridges etched in the sides of the sauce. Thanksgiving, after all, is about tradition. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:45 -0800 newsys-451182490 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b03061222778626978076.txt Jon Priest had a lot to smile about the day Tom visited the former brandy-making facility in March. The maestro behind Etude’s symphony of wines, he was watching some beautiful fruit arrive daily from the vineyards to be vinified in some new equipment only a new owner could bring. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:49:11 -0800 newsys-448717726 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b0305a608ed3040995280.txt Jim Romanoff, For The Associated Press Whole-wheat couscous, wild mushroom and leek stuffing Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:56:39 -0800 newsys-449444621 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b03074ca577b674179964.txt Jim Romanoff, For The Associated Press At most Thanksgiving dinners, a selection of pies is almost as traditional as the turkey. But that slice of pie doesn’t have to tip the scales of dietary regret. It just takes a little moderation and common sense. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:49:11 -0800 newsys-449444618 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b0308c955389273665461.txt These mashed sweet potatoes are delicious — and slightly sweet — without the benefit of marshmallows. But if you must have marshmallows on them, transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a casserole, top with small marshmallows and broil until just golden. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:49:11 -0800 newsys-452960973 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b0309234ce03304221649.txt The Associated Press Marcela Valladolid, author of “Fresh Mexico,” uses a version of this glaze to combine her Mexican roots with the classic Thanksgiving staple. The turkey also can be stuffed, but will take longer to cook. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:53:23 -0800 newsys-454246271 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b0309ef61da0620500528.txt Chef Dan Catanio, the executive chef at The Mill Hotel-Casino has provided us with a couple of options for the traditional Thanksgiving feast: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:25:50 -0800 newsys-451182492 http://www.theworldlink.com/articles/2009/11/22/cuisine/doc4b030b013d2aa161915672.txt Seeded garlic braids Start to finish: 2 1/2 hours (1 hour active) Makes 12 breadsticks 1/2 cup very warm tap water 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup cool water Mixed seeds (such as sesame, poppy and flax) In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast and sugar. Let the mixture sit until bubbly. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:49:11 -0800