Ingredients
4 Large Apples (Cored, Pared & Sliced)
¾ Cup Brown Sugar
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1 Cup Sifted Plain Flour
1 Teaspoon Nutmeg
115g Butter (Or Substitute)
Method
Place apples in greased casserole or ovenproof dish
Place all other ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend until like fine bread crumbs
Pour contents of mixing bowl over apples in oven proof dish
Place in moderate oven for 30-40 minutes ir until topping is crisp & apples are tender
Serve hot or cold with whipped cream or ice-cream
Friday, July 16, 2010
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Ingredients
440ml (1 3/4 cup) heavy cream
310ml (1 1/4 cup) white wine
310ml (1 1/4 cup) chicken or fish stock
15g (1 tbsp) unsalted butter
3 shallots, chopped fine
Method
1. Melt the butter in a heavy bottomed saucepan over low heat. Saute the shallots in the saucepan, until they are transparent.
2. Add the white wine, making sure to scrape the base of the saucepan with a wooden spoon.
3. Bring the wine to a boil and cook until the liquid has reduced by half.
4. Add the stock and boil until the liquid has reduced to 85ml (1/3 cup).
5. Stir in the cream and continue to reduce the sauce until it is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon.
6. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve warm-hot and enjoy!
Tip: The sauce can be kept warm in the top of a double boiler over barely simmering water for up to half an hour before serving. Do not allow the water to boil at this stage, as the sauce may separate.
Tip 2: This sauce goes best with fish or chicken.
Tip 3: Season with a pinch of salt, and plenty of pepper for a more endearing taste.
440ml (1 3/4 cup) heavy cream
310ml (1 1/4 cup) white wine
310ml (1 1/4 cup) chicken or fish stock
15g (1 tbsp) unsalted butter
3 shallots, chopped fine
Method
1. Melt the butter in a heavy bottomed saucepan over low heat. Saute the shallots in the saucepan, until they are transparent.
2. Add the white wine, making sure to scrape the base of the saucepan with a wooden spoon.
3. Bring the wine to a boil and cook until the liquid has reduced by half.
4. Add the stock and boil until the liquid has reduced to 85ml (1/3 cup).
5. Stir in the cream and continue to reduce the sauce until it is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon.
6. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve warm-hot and enjoy!
Tip: The sauce can be kept warm in the top of a double boiler over barely simmering water for up to half an hour before serving. Do not allow the water to boil at this stage, as the sauce may separate.
Tip 2: This sauce goes best with fish or chicken.
Tip 3: Season with a pinch of salt, and plenty of pepper for a more endearing taste.
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Meatball Vegetable Soup
Thank you Robyn from Victoria for this warming winters dish:
Ingredients for Meatballs
450g Minced Steak
1 Tablespoon Butter
½ Cup Soft Breadcrumbs
2 Tablespoons Grated Cheese
1 Egg (Slightly Beaten)
¼ Teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Chopped Parsley
Method for Meatballs
Combine all ingredients together thoroughly.
Shape into 24 meatballs.
Heat butter in large saucepan and fry meatballs until brown.
Drain off fat and set meatballs aside.
Ingredients for Soup
1 Small Can Tomatoes (Undrained)
2 Cups Sliced Carrots
¼ Teaspoon Oregano
Salt & Pepper
0.85l Stock
1 Medium Onion (Chopped Finely)
¼ Cup Finely Chopped Parsley
¼ Teaspoon Basil
6 Tablespoons Grated Cheese
Method for Soup
Combine stock, undrained tomatoes, onion, carrots, parsley, oregano, basil, salt & pepper in different saucepan to meatballs.
Bring to boil, cover and let simmer for 30 minutes.
Add meatballs and simmer for a further 20 minutes.
Serve sprinkled with grated cheese.
Thank you Robyn from Victoria for this warming winters dish:
Ingredients for Meatballs
450g Minced Steak
1 Tablespoon Butter
½ Cup Soft Breadcrumbs
2 Tablespoons Grated Cheese
1 Egg (Slightly Beaten)
¼ Teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Chopped Parsley
Method for Meatballs
Combine all ingredients together thoroughly.
Shape into 24 meatballs.
Heat butter in large saucepan and fry meatballs until brown.
Drain off fat and set meatballs aside.
Ingredients for Soup
1 Small Can Tomatoes (Undrained)
2 Cups Sliced Carrots
¼ Teaspoon Oregano
Salt & Pepper
0.85l Stock
1 Medium Onion (Chopped Finely)
¼ Cup Finely Chopped Parsley
¼ Teaspoon Basil
6 Tablespoons Grated Cheese
Method for Soup
Combine stock, undrained tomatoes, onion, carrots, parsley, oregano, basil, salt & pepper in different saucepan to meatballs.
Bring to boil, cover and let simmer for 30 minutes.
Add meatballs and simmer for a further 20 minutes.
Serve sprinkled with grated cheese.
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Every year the cost of riding rises. Inflation alone ensures prices go up slightly but beyond that we also see price increases to cover expanding costs of running a resort. A days riding can amount to quite a sum, especially if you need to hire gear or find accommodation.
A lift ticket alone is enough to send you broke and sometimes it hardly seems worth it, I once paid $94 for a "daily" lift ticket I purchased at 12:30 p.m. for 3 lifts and 4 runs. And to a first timer the budget is easy to blow out when costs you never even considered come into play. All these costs are annoying but I understand they are necessary.
Consider this example. You and your mates are taking a day trip to the snow. First you need to hire gear, thats about $50 for the day. Then set aside $50 on petrol, $30 on chain hire, $30 on resort entry, $95 on a lift ticket and about $30 on food for the day. Just a simple day trip can amount to $200 with ease.
Now consider you stayed a couple nights, add another $80 odd to the hire and anywhere from $60-$120 per night on accommodation, an extra $30 per day on food, more of additional days of chain hire, some resorts will charge an overnight parking fee and of course the inevitable apre-ski drinks. A snow holiday is most certainly a costly exercise.
But there are some simple tips you can consider which make a day’s riding much more affordable and to someone wishing to take their riding to the next level without taking their credit limit with them these tips can truly make a difference.
Buy Your Own Gear
If you serious about riding then this is an obvious and simple tip, buy your own gear! I know its a big investment but trust me it will pay itself off! But Im sure many of the people I am talking to here don’t need much convincing. If your just starting out, you don’t need to pick up the latest season’s boards or the hottest fashion. Many snowboard and ski stores you will find put together introductory packages of gear. One such example I know is Melbourne Snowboard Centre in Preston, whose $1000 deal for the lot has been a popular one with those starting out for years. If no package deals are available at your local store, try buying at the end of the season or if at the beginning of the season, ask for last seasons gear. Its just as good and often half the price.
Invest in Tyre Chains
Chain hire is something that always catches the first timer out, but again if your planning on going the hill at least three times EVER then buying your own chains is a smart option.
You can pick up a set of chain from anywhere from $50-$90 for 2 wheel drives but more for 4 wheel drives. Having your own set of chains means less things you need to worry about in the mornings and less unexpected costs on the day.
There is nothing more annoying than waiting in an over-crowded store to hire chains you know you wont be using when you could be beating all the stopped traffic and getting in more riding. Invest in chains and save time and money.
Ride with Mates
This is pretty obvious but the more people in your car the cheaper it will be on the day. There are certain costs that are divided by everyone – chain hire, resort entry (and overnight parking) and petrol.
The more people in your car, the less each person has to contribute. And besides, wouldn’t you rather be riding with a good crew rather than alone?
Choose a Road Trip Mobile
Driving to the mountains can be great fun. Other times it can be long and annoying. Just because different people drive up doesn’t mean you should take different cars. If your planning on going to one particular resort say at least 6 times in one season it may be worth buying a season resort entry pass and allocating it to one car you and your mates will use each time.
This means you can also pick up some chains for that car alone and all these costs can be split between you all. Again this will save you time in the mornings too.
Sleep Off Mountain
Accommodation is expensive. Often you can find some cheaper alternatives just off the mountain itself which can be just as good if not better. You might not get the thrill of staying on mountain but you can save some cash. Note though this also means if you don’t have a season resort entry you will need to pay an entry fee each day so weigh the costs up first.
Lift Ticket Alternative
The lift ticket is often the most expensive aspect of a days riding. But there are some alternatives to save you some cash. Firstly, if you don’t think you will want or need to ride all day, look into a half day ticket. They are often offered from 2 p.m. onwards and although the saving isn’t huge, if you know you wont ride for long this could be a better alternative.
On the other side of the spectrum, if you think you will be riding a lot (and only at one resort) then perhaps a season pass is your best option. Basically for a season pass to be beneficial, you need to ride at least 12 days. If your keen on this option, look at buying the early bird season pass, these are often offered around February/March each year and come at a nice discounted price.
If you think you lie somewhere in between then something like a mountain loyalty card is your best option. Take Mt Buller’s “Buller Club” for example. For an initial cost of $50 ($30 to renew each year) you get a stack of on-mountain benefits and discounts along with the “Ride for free” scheme.
Each purchased lift ticket gains your one point, get 5 points and you get a free lift ticket. Look at it simply as a 20% discount on each lift ticket. And don’t worry if you find your one point away from a free ride at the end of a season, points roll over to the next season.
If your heading up for a week long ski holiday and don’t believe you’ll be back that season then simply look for a week-long lift ticket. You will save by buying days in bulk. You can also look at purchasing lift tickets through an agent who can package together a ski holiday at a reduced cost.
Eat Smart
Who wants to waste time and money eating when you could be riding? Ever heard the saying ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day’? Well it is, stock up on a solid breakfast and pack your pockets with some muesli bars or snacks. This should see you through the day and get you ready for a solid dinner and a couple apre-ski drinks. Of course if your get hungry dont starve yourself but eating smart can save you having to visit the village for lunch.
If you have accommodation on mountain and have some kitchen facilities then pop into the local supermarket upon arrival and stock up on some groceries. While your there pick up some drinks to enjoy before hitting the bars.
Also, stock the car up with some snacks and drinks before you set off. Supermarket prices are cheaper in the city and you’ll really appreciate a quick snack and Gatorade upon return to your car.
Look For Holiday Packages
If you heading to the snow for the first time and are looking for more of a snow holiday, then look into a snow holiday package from travel agents. They will have complete packages that take care of everything and bundle the costs into something more manageable. There are a heap of agents out there so do some research and fine one that suits you.
Alternatively look into packaging your needs with one hotel. Accommodation providers will often offer reduced cost ski hire and dinner options. This will also save you needing to carry your hire gear all the way from the city or nearest town.
So whether your looking to get more riding for your money or make that one snow trip more affordable, simple things can make a big difference. There are a tonne of ways to save money on a days riding, these are but my most simplest of methods. Im sure you all have your own so why not let us know. Add your money saving tips in the comments section below.
A lift ticket alone is enough to send you broke and sometimes it hardly seems worth it, I once paid $94 for a "daily" lift ticket I purchased at 12:30 p.m. for 3 lifts and 4 runs. And to a first timer the budget is easy to blow out when costs you never even considered come into play. All these costs are annoying but I understand they are necessary.
Consider this example. You and your mates are taking a day trip to the snow. First you need to hire gear, thats about $50 for the day. Then set aside $50 on petrol, $30 on chain hire, $30 on resort entry, $95 on a lift ticket and about $30 on food for the day. Just a simple day trip can amount to $200 with ease.
Now consider you stayed a couple nights, add another $80 odd to the hire and anywhere from $60-$120 per night on accommodation, an extra $30 per day on food, more of additional days of chain hire, some resorts will charge an overnight parking fee and of course the inevitable apre-ski drinks. A snow holiday is most certainly a costly exercise.
But there are some simple tips you can consider which make a day’s riding much more affordable and to someone wishing to take their riding to the next level without taking their credit limit with them these tips can truly make a difference.
Buy Your Own Gear
If you serious about riding then this is an obvious and simple tip, buy your own gear! I know its a big investment but trust me it will pay itself off! But Im sure many of the people I am talking to here don’t need much convincing. If your just starting out, you don’t need to pick up the latest season’s boards or the hottest fashion. Many snowboard and ski stores you will find put together introductory packages of gear. One such example I know is Melbourne Snowboard Centre in Preston, whose $1000 deal for the lot has been a popular one with those starting out for years. If no package deals are available at your local store, try buying at the end of the season or if at the beginning of the season, ask for last seasons gear. Its just as good and often half the price.
Invest in Tyre Chains
Chain hire is something that always catches the first timer out, but again if your planning on going the hill at least three times EVER then buying your own chains is a smart option.
You can pick up a set of chain from anywhere from $50-$90 for 2 wheel drives but more for 4 wheel drives. Having your own set of chains means less things you need to worry about in the mornings and less unexpected costs on the day.
There is nothing more annoying than waiting in an over-crowded store to hire chains you know you wont be using when you could be beating all the stopped traffic and getting in more riding. Invest in chains and save time and money.
Ride with Mates
This is pretty obvious but the more people in your car the cheaper it will be on the day. There are certain costs that are divided by everyone – chain hire, resort entry (and overnight parking) and petrol.
The more people in your car, the less each person has to contribute. And besides, wouldn’t you rather be riding with a good crew rather than alone?
Choose a Road Trip Mobile
Driving to the mountains can be great fun. Other times it can be long and annoying. Just because different people drive up doesn’t mean you should take different cars. If your planning on going to one particular resort say at least 6 times in one season it may be worth buying a season resort entry pass and allocating it to one car you and your mates will use each time.
This means you can also pick up some chains for that car alone and all these costs can be split between you all. Again this will save you time in the mornings too.
Sleep Off Mountain
Accommodation is expensive. Often you can find some cheaper alternatives just off the mountain itself which can be just as good if not better. You might not get the thrill of staying on mountain but you can save some cash. Note though this also means if you don’t have a season resort entry you will need to pay an entry fee each day so weigh the costs up first.
Lift Ticket Alternative
The lift ticket is often the most expensive aspect of a days riding. But there are some alternatives to save you some cash. Firstly, if you don’t think you will want or need to ride all day, look into a half day ticket. They are often offered from 2 p.m. onwards and although the saving isn’t huge, if you know you wont ride for long this could be a better alternative.
On the other side of the spectrum, if you think you will be riding a lot (and only at one resort) then perhaps a season pass is your best option. Basically for a season pass to be beneficial, you need to ride at least 12 days. If your keen on this option, look at buying the early bird season pass, these are often offered around February/March each year and come at a nice discounted price.
If you think you lie somewhere in between then something like a mountain loyalty card is your best option. Take Mt Buller’s “Buller Club” for example. For an initial cost of $50 ($30 to renew each year) you get a stack of on-mountain benefits and discounts along with the “Ride for free” scheme.
Each purchased lift ticket gains your one point, get 5 points and you get a free lift ticket. Look at it simply as a 20% discount on each lift ticket. And don’t worry if you find your one point away from a free ride at the end of a season, points roll over to the next season.
If your heading up for a week long ski holiday and don’t believe you’ll be back that season then simply look for a week-long lift ticket. You will save by buying days in bulk. You can also look at purchasing lift tickets through an agent who can package together a ski holiday at a reduced cost.
Eat Smart
Who wants to waste time and money eating when you could be riding? Ever heard the saying ‘breakfast is the most important meal of the day’? Well it is, stock up on a solid breakfast and pack your pockets with some muesli bars or snacks. This should see you through the day and get you ready for a solid dinner and a couple apre-ski drinks. Of course if your get hungry dont starve yourself but eating smart can save you having to visit the village for lunch.
If you have accommodation on mountain and have some kitchen facilities then pop into the local supermarket upon arrival and stock up on some groceries. While your there pick up some drinks to enjoy before hitting the bars.
Also, stock the car up with some snacks and drinks before you set off. Supermarket prices are cheaper in the city and you’ll really appreciate a quick snack and Gatorade upon return to your car.
Look For Holiday Packages
If you heading to the snow for the first time and are looking for more of a snow holiday, then look into a snow holiday package from travel agents. They will have complete packages that take care of everything and bundle the costs into something more manageable. There are a heap of agents out there so do some research and fine one that suits you.
Alternatively look into packaging your needs with one hotel. Accommodation providers will often offer reduced cost ski hire and dinner options. This will also save you needing to carry your hire gear all the way from the city or nearest town.
So whether your looking to get more riding for your money or make that one snow trip more affordable, simple things can make a big difference. There are a tonne of ways to save money on a days riding, these are but my most simplest of methods. Im sure you all have your own so why not let us know. Add your money saving tips in the comments section below.
Friday, July 9, 2010
GOURMET BREAKS WINEGROWERS IN HALLS Tastings duets for the 4-14 festival
A stroke of heart walk in the footsteps of ancient music, captions and Burgundy wines awaits festival halls in Dijon, Saturday, July 10 at 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 11 between 14 and 18 hours: Andre Beuchot (storyteller) Martial Jacquey (tasting), Micheline Reboulleau (painter from life) and Evelyne Peudon (viola da gamba) mingle their passion and expertise to offer an original show and a serenade to Burgundy to meet the pleasure of the senses. "From the Châlons Puisaye this ballad will carry spectators to the option of early music, classical or popular," says cellist Evelyn Peudon. She will relive the history of the viol, the legends of old stories and authentic Burgundian. "Each resume his breath and enjoy the wines original, and may treat his eyes watercolors created live. The show will be presented in full at the Bistro stage 26 and November 27 (call 03.80.67.87.39).
Historic flight of the aircraft Solar Impulse Solar
The Solar Impulse experimental aircraft landed without incident Thursday morning after performing for the first time ever flying over 24 hours in a plane without fuel, powered only by solar energy.
This feat of engineering and human opens the door to a world tour planned for 2013.
The aircraft, piloted by Andre Borschberg touched down at the military base of Payerne, in western Switzerland, 9:01 (7:01 GMT) after 26 hours to turn in the skies of Switzerland, over the Jura .
Greeted by cheers of a hundred spectators, under an azure sky, the HB-SIA prototype taxied along the runway and stopped after a hundred meters away.
The device could even continue the flight, "he captures enough energy to go up in altitude and another night", said Bertrand Piccard, the project developer that allowed the driver by helping to open the cockpit.
"It is a pleasure to be back!" Exclaimed Andre Borschberg. "It seems to be still in the air, being away for so long," he told AFP.
"If the aircraft is sustainable, it must be the driver too," joked the former fighter pilot who is 57 years.
The prototype, whose wings are covered with 12,000 photovoltaic cells powering four electric motors of an output of 10 horsepower each, took off Wednesday morning and continued without interruption the night flight.
Lithium-polymer 400 kg installed on the aircraft and have been recharged by solar panels throughout the day Wednesday, provided the energy to keep the aircraft in the air during the night flight .
"The goal is to fly without fuel. The aim is to show that we can be much less dependent on fossil energy than what we usually think, "said Bertrand Piccard.
During the day Wednesday, the intensity of the sun during the day was such that the pilot turned off the part of the device that recharges the batteries.
However late in the day, the plane was flying too fast, pushed by strong winds in altitude, preventing it from fully recharge its batteries.
On the evening of Wednesday, but organizers decided to continue the flight at night, considering that the aircraft batteries were responsible enough to take until early morning.
The flight, which comes three months after a first flight of half past one, is a crucial step for the project led by the explorer Bertrand Piccard. For the flight director, Claude Nicollier, "it's a beautiful flight, better than expected."
It is followed by the International Aeronautical Federation (IAF) which stores records in aviation.
A first attempt at takeoff was canceled last Thursday one hour before the scheduled departure due to a failure of an electronic component that has since been replaced.
Solar Impulse had succeeded on April 7 in Switzerland its first flight about half past one, the first step in a series of tests. The team of about 70 people perform other account to calibrate the machine and eventually build a second copy, which will tour the world in five steps to 2013 or 2014 rather than 2012 as previously announced.
This feat of engineering and human opens the door to a world tour planned for 2013.
The aircraft, piloted by Andre Borschberg touched down at the military base of Payerne, in western Switzerland, 9:01 (7:01 GMT) after 26 hours to turn in the skies of Switzerland, over the Jura .
Greeted by cheers of a hundred spectators, under an azure sky, the HB-SIA prototype taxied along the runway and stopped after a hundred meters away.
The device could even continue the flight, "he captures enough energy to go up in altitude and another night", said Bertrand Piccard, the project developer that allowed the driver by helping to open the cockpit.
"It is a pleasure to be back!" Exclaimed Andre Borschberg. "It seems to be still in the air, being away for so long," he told AFP.
"If the aircraft is sustainable, it must be the driver too," joked the former fighter pilot who is 57 years.
The prototype, whose wings are covered with 12,000 photovoltaic cells powering four electric motors of an output of 10 horsepower each, took off Wednesday morning and continued without interruption the night flight.
Lithium-polymer 400 kg installed on the aircraft and have been recharged by solar panels throughout the day Wednesday, provided the energy to keep the aircraft in the air during the night flight .
"The goal is to fly without fuel. The aim is to show that we can be much less dependent on fossil energy than what we usually think, "said Bertrand Piccard.
During the day Wednesday, the intensity of the sun during the day was such that the pilot turned off the part of the device that recharges the batteries.
However late in the day, the plane was flying too fast, pushed by strong winds in altitude, preventing it from fully recharge its batteries.
On the evening of Wednesday, but organizers decided to continue the flight at night, considering that the aircraft batteries were responsible enough to take until early morning.
The flight, which comes three months after a first flight of half past one, is a crucial step for the project led by the explorer Bertrand Piccard. For the flight director, Claude Nicollier, "it's a beautiful flight, better than expected."
It is followed by the International Aeronautical Federation (IAF) which stores records in aviation.
A first attempt at takeoff was canceled last Thursday one hour before the scheduled departure due to a failure of an electronic component that has since been replaced.
Solar Impulse had succeeded on April 7 in Switzerland its first flight about half past one, the first step in a series of tests. The team of about 70 people perform other account to calibrate the machine and eventually build a second copy, which will tour the world in five steps to 2013 or 2014 rather than 2012 as previously announced.
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