~*~ On - A - Stick ~*~

This week we are going to discuss items you can serve on-a-stick.  Today, we're talking ...

~ PB & J's ... on-a-stick ~

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of Fresh White Bread
• Jiffy Smooth Peanut Butter
• Grape Jelly
• Powdered Sugar
• Whole Milk
• Large Eggs
• Fresh Vegetable Oil
• 2 cups Self Rising Flour
• 1 cup White Sugar

Directions: For each deep fried sandwich you will want to trim the crusts from the bread and smear with a thin coating of peanut butter. Add a spoon of grape jelly and spread it over the top of the peanut butter. Put the peanut butter and jelly sandwich together, slice diagonally then crimp the edges with the tines of a fork. Now dip the sandwich quickly into a well beaten milk and egg mixture and then into the mixed flour and sugar mixture. Now drop the breaded peanut butter and jelly sandwich into the pre-heated 350 degree deep fryer and fry until golden brown. Drain on a bed of paper towels and then sprinkle well with powdered sugar. Once it has cooled you can insert a stick but you still should include a plate or bowl as it may not stay on the stick for the duration. ~ Chef ~

~ CFF - Turnips and Turnip Greens ~

Turnips contain a glucosinolate that, when crushed or cooked, stops an estrogen metabolite that helps tumors grow. The glucosinolate, indole-3-carbinol, also helps keep cancer cells from spreading to other areas of the body.  Turnips contain crambene, a phytonutrient, and sulforaphane which helps the liver detoxify cancer-causing compounds and free radicals.  Turnips also contain, calcium, copper, fiber, folate, potassium, vitamin B6 and vitamin C.  While the turnips' roots are good for you, the greens are also healthy. They contain nutrients that fight off atherosclerosis and mental decline while promoting better colon health and lung health. The greens have also been shown to ease the aches of rheumatoid arthritis.  With all these benefits make sure you add both turnips and the greens to your weekly menu.  ~ Chef ~ 

~ Cancer Fighting Foods - Tumeric ~

Tumeric is a member of the ginger family.  It is believed to have medicinal properties because it inhibits production of the inflammation-related enzyme cyclo-oxygenase 2 (COX-2).  Levels of which are abnormally high in certain inflammatory diseases and cancers, especially bowel and colon cancer. 

~ Tumeric Rice ~

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

1/2 bell pepper, chopped

1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped

1 cup uncooked brown rice

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon turmeric

2 cups broth or water

1 tablespoon chopped parsley, for garnish

Directions:  Heat olive oil in a skillet or saucepan with a lid. Add onion, pepper and tomato. Saute, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Add rice and stir to mix well; cook for another minute or two. Add liquid, salt and turmeric. Cover, adjust heat to maintain a simmer and cook until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender (about 40 minutes for brown, 20 minutes for white). If the rice isn't tender when the liquid has been absorbed, add a little more liquid and continue simmering for a few minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm. ~ Chef ~

~ Cancer Fighting Foods - Tomatoes ~

Tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that attacks roaming oxygen molecules, known as free radicals, that are suspected of triggering Cancer. It appears that the hotter the weather, the more lycopene tomatoes produce. They also have Vitamin C, an antioxidant which can prevent cellular damage that leads to Cancer. Watermelons, carrots and red peppers also contain these substances, but in lesser quantities. It is concentrated by cooking tomatoes. Scientists in Israel have shown that lycopene can kill mouth Cancer cells. An increased intake of lycopene has already been linked to a reduced risk of breast, prostate, pancreas and colorectal Cancer.  So eat more tomatoes!  ~ Chef ~ 

~ Cancer Fighting Foods - Teas ~

Green and Black Tea contain certain antioxidants known as polyphenols (catechins) which appear to prevent Cancer cells from dividing. Green tea is best, followed by our more common black tea.  Herbal teas do not show this benefit. Various Reports state that the polyphenols that are abundant in green tea, red wine and olive oil, may protect against various types of Cancer. Dry green tea leaves, which are about 40% polyphenols by weight, may also reduce the risk of Cancer of the stomach, lung, colon, rectum, liver and pancreas.  So drink up!  ~ Chef ~

~ Cancer Fighting Foods - Raspberries ~

Raspberries contain many vitamins, minerals, plant compounds and antioxidants known as anthocyanins that may protect against Cancer. According to a recent cancer research study rats fed diets of 5% to 10% black raspberries saw the number of esophageal tumors decrease by 43% to 62%.  Research also shows black raspberries may also thwart colon cancer. Black raspberries are thought to have even more cancer-preventing properties than blueberries and strawberries.

~ Black Raspberry Bundt Bread

Ingredients:
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast

1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)

1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided

1/2 cup butter, melted, divided

1 egg

1 teaspoon salt

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 jar (10 ounces) seedless black raspberry preserves

(For the Syrup)

1/3 cup corn syrup

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions: In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup butter, egg, salt and 3-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours. Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 32 pieces. Flatten each into a 3-in. disk. Place about 1 teaspoon of preserves on the center of each piece; bring edges together and seal. Place 16 dough balls in a greased 10-in. fluted tube pan. Brush with half of the remaining butter; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon sugar. Top with remaining balls, butter and sugar. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 35 minutes. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Combine syrup ingredients; pour over warm bread. Cool for 5 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Yield: 1 loaf. ~ Chef ~

~ Cancer Fighting Foods - Papayas ~

Papayas have Vitamin C that works as an antioxidant and may also reduce absorption of cancer-causing nitrosamines from the soil or processed foods. Papaya contains folacin (also known as folic acid), which has been shown to minimize cervical dysplasia and certain cancers.

~ Papaya Smoothie ~

Ingredients:
1 Medium Papaya
3 Bananas

Directions: Peel the papaya and take out the seeds. Then peel and add the bananas and blend. You can also use frozen bananas if you want to give it a double thick milkshake feel. Serves 1 ~ Chef ~