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Brandied Peach Pork Chops stirring occasionally, until tender and golden- brown, about 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup brandy toMakes 4-8 servings skillet and carefully ignite with a long kitchen match (use caution; flames will shoot up), thenIngredients cook over medium heat, scraping bottom of4 (1-inch-thick) pork chops skillet to loosen brown bits. When flames1 teaspoon salt subside, stir in brown sugar until dissolved, add1/2 teaspoon pepper peach preserves and thawed peaches. Cover and2 tablespoons vegetable oil cook until peaches are tender and juicy, about 32 tablespoons salted butter minutes. Stir in any meat juices from platter, and1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots salt and pepper to taste. Place pork chops on a1 teaspoon finely chopped thyme bed of arugula, then spoon peach sauce over1/4 cup brandy, divided each chop.1 tablespoon brown sugar1/3 cup peach preserves Peach Cobbler1 (10-ounce) bag frozen peaches, thawedArugula Makes 6-8 servingPat pork chops dry, then sprinkle both sides with Ingredientssalt and pepper. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy 2 15-ounce cans sliced peaches in syrupskillet over medium heat until a water droplet 1/2 cup butter, meltedsizzles, then cook pork chops 5-6 minutes on 1 cup floureach side, turning once, until browned. Transfer 1 cup sugarto a platter, cover with foil and keep warm. Pour 1 tablespoon baking powderoff all but 1 tablespoon fat from skillet. Stir in Pinch of saltbutter until melted, add shallots and thyme, 1 tablespoon cinnamon52 Summer 2017
1 cup milk Don’t forget to1 egg yolk make a WISH!2 cups whipping cream4 tablespoons sugarPreheat the oven to 350° F. Drain 1 can of peaches;reserve syrup from the other. Pour butter in a 9- by12-inch ovenproof baking dish. In a medium bowl,mix flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.Stir in egg yolk, milk and reserved syrup. Pour batterover the melted butter in baking dish. Arrange thepeaches over batter. Bake for 1 hour. The cobbler isdone when the batter rises around the peaches andthe crust is thick and golden brown. Serve warm withfresh whipped cream.Homemade Whipped CreamChill a large metal mixing bowl and wire beaterattachment in the freezer for about 20 minutes. Pourchilled whipping cream and sugar into the cold mixingbowl and beat until it forms soft peaks, about 5minutes. The mixture should hold its shape whendropped from a spoon. 53www.youreinvitedmag.com
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Retro Inspired Menu Buttermilk Fried Chicken Macaroni Salad Cherry & Cream Cheese Gelatin Mold 1950’s Candy 57www.youreinvitedmag.com
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Buttermilk Fried Chicken shake off excess and set aside on plate until ready to fry all pieces. Heat oil to 350° F in electric skilletMakes 6 servings or fryer. When oil is hot, add one piece of chicken at a time. Do not fry all pieces at once, but in smallMarinade batches. If using a skillet, fry until golden brown and juices run clear. Turn to brown evenly. If2 whole chickens, cut into pieces (breast, legs, using a fryer, breasts take approximately 8 min-thighs and wings) utes, thighs 6 minutes, legs 5 minutes and wings2 cups buttermilk 3 minutes. Once chicken is cooked through, place1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt on platter lined with paper towels to absorb1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper excess oil. Allow chicken to rest 5 minutes before1/4 teaspoon garlic powder serving. To keep your fried chicken warm until all1 teaspoon black pepper pieces are cooked, place fried pieces on baking1/2 teaspoon paprika sheet in oven set to 200° F.Breading Macaroni Salad2 cups all-purpose flour Makes 6 servings1 tablespoon kosher salt2 1/2 teaspoons black pepper Ingredients2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt2 1/2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder1 teaspoon paprika 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon onion powder6-8 cups peanut oil (peanut oil is good for high 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepperheat, but vegetable oil may be used) 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cups elbow macaroniCombine chicken pieces with all of the marinade 1 1/2 cups mayonnaiseingredients in a large resealable bag. Seal bag 1/2 cup sour creamtightly and shake it until all chicken pieces are 1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milkevenly coated. Place in a bowl (in case bag leaks) 1/4 cup sweet pickle juiceand refrigerate overnight, or at least 4 hours. 1/2 cup finely chopped onionWhen ready to make chicken, remove from 3 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepperrefrigerator and allow to sit for 20 minutes. 2 tablespoons finely chopped yellow bell pepperMeanwhile, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, 1/3 cup finely chopped celeryonion powder, paprika and baking powder in a 1/2 cup finely chopped carrotslarge bowl. Take one piece of chicken at a timeand dredge into flour mixture coating all sides, 59www.youreinvitedmag.com
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Mix salt, dry mustard, garlic powder, paprika,onion powder, white pepper, and black pepper ina small bowl. Bring large pot of lightly salted waterto boil. Add elbow macaroni, stirring occasionallyuntil cooked through but firm, about 8 minutes.Drain and rinse macaroni under cold water untilcooled. Set aside. Whisk mayonnaise, sourcream, evaporated milk, and pickle juice in largesalad bowl until dressing is smooth and creamy;stir in seasoning mix until well blended. Mixmacaroni, onion, red, and yellow bell pepper,celery, and carrots into the dressing untilthoroughly coated. Refrigerator for at least 30minutes to allow flavors to blend (or longer andovernight is even better).Cherry and Cream Cheese Gelatin saucepan, combine half-and-half and sugar. CookMold and stir until mixture comes to a simmer. Remove from heat; stir into gelatin until dissolved. SetMakes 6 servings aside.Ingredients In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.1 envelope unflavored gelatin Fold in unflavored gelatin mixture. Stir in vanilla.1/2 cup cold water Pour into a 6-cup mold coated with non-stick1 cup half and half cooking spray. Refrigerate until set but not firm,1/2 cup sugar about 35 minutes.1 pkg. (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla In a small bowl, dissolve black cherry gelatin in1 pkg. (3 ounces) black cherry gelatin boiling water. Let cool for 10 minutes at room1 cup boiling water temperature. Stir in cherries until blended.1 pkg. (10 ounces) frozen cherries, thawed and Carefully spoon over cream cheese layer. Coverrinsed lightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Remove from mold onto serving plate; garnish with freshIn a small bowl, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over berries if desired.cold water; let stand for 1 minute. In a small 1950’s Retro Candy Bazooka® Gum Bit-O-Honey® Charleston Chews® Dots® Mike & Ike’s® Tootsie Roll® 61www.youreinvitedmag.com
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Around the WorldAmerica’s Cup By Sheri Lamas © Danilo Mongiello | Dreamstime.com“Your Majesty, there is no second,” was donated it as a “deed of gift” to establish a continuous competition between countries. The trophy wasthe response to Queen Victoria’s question as she retitled America’s Cup after the name of the originalwatched an American schooner sail past the British schooner that won in 1851. Although not named afterRoyal Yacht and win the 100 Pound Cup at the Great the country, America has certainly dominated thisExhibition. It was a beautiful day for the New York renowned sailing competition. It took over 130 yearsYacht Club, as they celebrated this joyous victory that before the trophy, which remains tough to win, wasput America on the map as a maritime contender. The first taken away from the United States.Yacht Club brought the trophy to the states and 63www.youreinvitedmag.com
Unlike other sporting competitions, America’s Cup is the prestigious trophy. The following year, the race wasnot a regularly scheduled race. The winner of the cup decided by the courts and America came out the winner(defender) must be challenged by another country’s against New Zealand. Since two different boats werequalifying vessel (challenger). It was almost 20 years used in the race, this caused a rule change. All futurebefore an Englishman, named James Ashbury, races were required to have similar sailing vessels,challenged the Americans after the original race and however, boat designers still had some flexibility. Bylost. Businessman Sir Thomas Lipton made five incorporating the latest technology into their designs,attempts during 1899-1930 to capture the cup, but while still adhering to the rules, they hoped to give theiralways went home empty-handed. However, during this teams the winning advantage over the others.time (also known as the Lipton era), this endearingunderdog introduced commercial sponsorship to the One advantage is called foiling and is only performedsport and his business prospered financially from it. downwind. This is when a boat reaches a certainWorld War II put the race on hold until 1958, when it velocity and rises above the surface, barely skimming © Leighton Oconnor | Dreamstime.comcommenced again. In 1970, there were several the water. This reduces the drag on the boat and itchallengers, so a contest was staged to narrow down the rapidly picks up speed. The boat literally flies on water.competition and decide who would face off against the It can be extremely dangerous and new rules wereAmericans. These “challenging series” became known issued to maintain overall safety of the sport. Naturally,as the Louis Vuitton Cup after the Frenchman got there are risks involved and every crew member under-involved in 1983. The name still remains and the stands the danger, even with security precautions inwinning team (challenger) then goes on to compete place.against the defender of America’s Cup. It was that sameyear (1983), when the Americans lost the cup to the Many years later, tragedy struck! While training for theAussies. It was huge upset for the United States as they 34th America’s Cup, Andrew (Bart) Simpson’s boathad been the sole winner of the cup up until that time. capsized and he was trapped underneath the water andHowever, the Americans, now represented by the San drowned. In his memory, the Andrew Simpson SailingDiego Yacht Club, fought back in 1987 and reclaimed Foundation was established. The tragedy brought new64 Summer 2017
safety guidelines to the sport. Crew members now carry enthusiasm, while also enjoying the nearby America’ssafety devices (air, knives, etc.) to help them survive Cup Village at the Royal Naval Dockyard. The Villageshould an accident occur. will include all the team headquarters, eateries, entertainment, and places to shop for the perfectAt the 34th America’s Cup, it came down to Team New souvenir.Zealand (challenger) and Oracle Team USA (defender).The Americans were down 1-8, but fought back hard and The qualifying races will begin on May 26th, when thetied it up. The teams were now even at 8-8. The last challengers (Artemis Racing, Emirates Team Newrace would determine the winner. It was close, but in Zealand, Groupama Team France, Land Rover BAR andthe end, the United States won! They pulled off the Softbank Team Japan) compete in the Louis Vuittonbiggest shakeup in sailing history! Cup Qualifiers. The top challenger will face defender Oracle Team USA in America’s Cup starting on JuneThis year, the 35th America’s Cup will be held in the 17th, in hopes of winning the prized trophy. Who willbeautiful waters of Bermuda’s Great Sound, an ideal win this year’s Cup? You’ll just have to watch to findlocation for sailing. Fans will be able to watch with great out!¨ © Folco Banfi | Dreamstime.comOn January 25, 2017, an announcement was made in London, which sets forth a new framework for the next two America’s Cup(in 2019 and 2021). This new arrangement has been well received and signed off by five of the six teams (Emirates New Zealand was not present, but kept informed). It establishes a set of guide- lines, which allows business investors the ability to control costs and plan long term. It also allows teams to remain intact and fans engaged with far less down time between competitions. By reducing overallcosts, it permits other countries to compete in this world renowned sailing competition attracting more fans to the sport.For more information andwhere to watch the Cup,go to www.americascup.com. 65www.youreinvitedmag.com
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