Author Archives: WesternSpinster

Review: Korean roasted seaweed. Hong Hae Brand, and Surasang/Wang Globalnet brand.

Posted on October 14, 2011 by WesternSpinster

Summary: DELICIOUS, scrumptious, addictive.  Must try! In the grocery store, I didn’t know what these were exactly, but they looked delicious, so I got a half-dozen of each. Please forgive my ignorance.  Now I cannot live without them. I also … Continue reading →

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Lemon chicken with apples – slow cooker

Posted on October 13, 2011 by WesternSpinster

As main dish, or served over rice or quinoa, this dish combines the sweetness of apples with a little tartness of lemon.  Like chicken soup with rice, only better. 1 1/2 Lbs. boneless chicken breast or tenderloins, fresh or defrosted … Continue reading →

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Lunchbox laser shows, from Vol. 20 of Make Magazine

Posted on October 11, 2011 by WesternSpinster

“Build three different laser effects machines that fit into metal lunchboxes to create exciting sound and light shows.”  By Mike Gould, of Make Magazine, Vol. 20. Western Spinster Magazine: These small devices project multi colored lights onto a ceiling or … Continue reading →

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Theo Jansen’s strandbeests – kinetic sculptor

Posted on October 11, 2011 by WesternSpinster

Theo Jansen is a kinetic sculptor who makes truly amazing engineered “animals.”  Video from Wallace & Gromit’s World of Invention Episode 1 Preview – BBC One. When will I be able to ride in a wind powered vehicle similar to … Continue reading →

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Southwest borderlands posole (hominy soup)

Posted on October 10, 2011 by WesternSpinster

Posole is a delicious comfort-food staple to add to your repertoire – excellent on a chilly day.  Serve as a side dish topped with cheese, or as a main dish with bread for dipping. Half a green cabbage, chopped into … Continue reading →

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Mexican-style dahl

Posted on October 10, 2011 by WesternSpinster

1 cup lentils 1 heaping Tablespoon coriander 1 heaping Tablespoon cumin 1 heaping Tablespoon bouillon, “Knorr Caldo con Sabor de Tomate Y Chipotle Bouillon” 1 teaspoon Chipotle (spicyness varies by batch, so test picante level by adding half at first.) … Continue reading →

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Tamales: pine nut and cheddar or zucchini and cheddar

Posted on October 9, 2011 by WesternSpinster

“Creada Por Lobos” Tamales! The corn dough (masa) for these tamales already contains seasoning, so there is no need to put additional salsa on top, making these the ideal brown bag lunch or quick meal. Tamales freeze well, so you … Continue reading →

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West African groundnut chicken, spicy and rich

Posted on October 6, 2011 by WesternSpinster

(Chicken with peanut sauce, to serve over rice.) Ghanaian recipe adapted for slow-cooker.  This thick and creamy sauce is very hearty and is always a hit at potlucks and with company.  I have had friends describe this as the best … Continue reading →

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Cashew tofu mousse – carob banana decadence

Posted on October 2, 2011 by WesternSpinster

Extra rich and creamy, this mousse is quick to prepare and easy to impress with.  Excellent pie and tart filling, or serve in dainty bowls.  It may be prepared with any type of fruit, see variation below.  Vegan and gluten-free! … Continue reading →

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