Archive for May, 2009

Balsamic Vinegerette Dressing
[ 0 ] May 18, 2009 |

Balsamic Vinegerette Dressing

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp. minced garlic 1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/2 tsp. salt 3/4 cup olive oil In a jar or resealable dish, add all ingredients and shake together until combined throughout. Pour on top of desired lettuce. Serve. *Johnna’s tip: With the price of many things in the grocery store constantly increasing, […]

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Food.Fun.Stuff: Shining Star…
[ 0 ] May 14, 2009 |

Food.Fun.Stuff: Shining Star…

It’s amazing how you can go from the chaos that is Chinatown D.C. into the most serene setting by just crossing one bridge. That’s the thoughts that crossed our minds as we entered the Commonwealth of Virginia to taste the creations of Evening Star Cafe’s Executive Chef, Will Artley. Now typically we would just float […]

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Simple Egg Salad Sandwiches
[ 0 ] May 14, 2009 |

Simple Egg Salad Sandwiches

6 hard-boiled eggs (*Peeled and finely chopped) 3 tbsp. light mayonnaise 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 tbsp. relish Pepper (to taste) 6 slices of multi grain bread Mix together the eggs and mayonnaise (1 tbsp. at a time); then add in the mustard, relish and pepper and combine. Spoon egg salad mixture onto the bread […]

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Drinks on Me: Rum Runner (Alcoholic)
[ 0 ] May 14, 2009 |

Drinks on Me: Rum Runner (Alcoholic)

Rum Runner1 1/2 oz. White Rum1 oz. Blackberry Brandy4 oz. cranberry juice4 oz. orange Juice4 oz. pineapple juiceIceCombine all ingredients in cocktail shaker; shake well; strain into cocktail glass and Enjoy!*Johnna’s tip: If rum is your thing, then this is your drink. You can add in more rum if you like (*Malibu is a good […]

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Food.Fun.Stuff: Pineapple Obsession
[ 0 ] May 13, 2009 |

Food.Fun.Stuff: Pineapple Obsession

You know at JKGF, we find it is our civic duty to let our readers know about all the newbies to the food world and we have yet another new food obsession that’s on the market: Pineapple Jerky. Now you’re probably thinking the same thoughts we had when we first heard about this… “Beef jerky […]

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