4 to 6 servings (3 cups)This dish incorporates a few strategies I've learned for cooking beets. I cut them into bite-size pieces, which makes them easy to glaze in a pan on the stove top. And I use golden beets instead of red ones, which avoids the usual mess with beet juice.Baby beets are great ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
Glazed Golden Beets with Cranberries
↧
↧
A Modern-Day Scrooge
In his Dec. 15 op-ed column, "How not to help the poor," George F. Will took aim at proposals to raise the minimum wage. He believes that to raise the minimum wage is to unduly tamper with the free market for labor to the detriment of virtually everyone. One can only presume that Mr. Will believes ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Peppery Peanuts
8 servings (2 cups)The blend of three peppers here turns peanuts into something special. Sarawak pepper has a floral, fruity, soft flavor; it is available at Penzeys Spices stores and at some Whole Foods Markets. Tellicherry pepper may be substituted.Feel free to use cashews instead of peanuts.This ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Hot Cashews
8 servings (2 cups)The cashews become crisp and extra savory after a quick fry, and bright/hot once they're adorned with fresh red peppers and lime juice.It's best to have a thermometer for monitoring the temperature of the oil.Ingredients2 cups mild oil, such as peanut or canola2 cups raw, ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Obama's Unflattering 'Selfie'
In his Dec. 15 Sunday Opinion column, "D.C., home of the selfie," Dana Milbank steered attention away from President Obama's "selfie" photograph at the memorial service for Nelson Mandela and toward a largely Republican cast engaged in the political process. Mr. Milbank awarded "Selfies" to Sen. ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
↧
Something to Complain About
Republican senators were in a bind.Conservative groups that work to defeat ideologically impure GOP incumbents were demanding a vote against the budget compromise Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) hatched with Democrats. But, with a January deadline looming, voting down the compromise was essentially voting ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Whitbeck Is GOP's Pick for Herring'senate Seat
John Whitbeck, a Virginia Republican Party official, was chosen Monday night as the party's nominee to fill the state Senate seat of Democrat Mark R. Herring if Herring becomes the state attorney general.Whitbeck, chairman of the state's 10th Congressional District Republican Committee, would face ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
It's Okay to Diversify Santa
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear, but a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer.And a penguin?In case you missed the most pressing issue of the season - Santa's race - Fox News's Megyn Kelly reaped a whirlwind when she recently declared that not only is Santa white but also so was ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Johnson Joins D.C. United
D.C. United has acquired U.S. national team forward Eddie Johnson from the Seattle Sounders, a blockbuster move by an MLS club starved for a proven scorer after the worst season in club history.Seattle received allocation funds, which can be applied toward roster moves. Per MLS policy, the amount ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
↧
Capitals' Charge Proves Costly
PHILADELPHIA -PHILADELPHIA - The physical play on Broad Street started to ratchet up in the latter half of the second period when one particular hit changed the course of Tuesday night's contest between the Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers.With the two teams tied, rookie winger Tom ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Firms Warnof NSA Fallout
Leaders of the nation's biggest technology firms warned President Obama during a lengthy meeting at the White House on Tuesday that National Security Agency spying programs are damaging their reputations and could harm the broader economy.Cisco Systems has said it is seeing customers, especially ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Ladle's out, the Party's On
Punch is a drink of celebration. Its very presentation brings people close: Guests gather around the sacred pool of the punch bowl, extend their cups and - assuming you've mixed it well - plead Dickensianly for more.Punch is for people you want to spend time with. If you're trying to avoid your ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Hoyas Labor to Beat Phoenix
Georgetown boasted the NCAA championship credentials, superior size, greater athleticism and the home-court advantage to boot. But squared off against a mid-major opponent stocked with unselfish sharp-shooters who attacked the boards with an underdog's fury, the Hoyas found themselves in a battle ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
↧
Row over Indian Envoy's Arrest Escalates
NEW DELHI -Arrest of Indian diplomat sparks tensions with U.S.Arrest of Indian diplomat sparks tensions with U.S.India's deputy consul general was detained in New York on charges of visa fraud, angering Indian officials.NEW DELHI - The Indian government, furious about the rough treatment of a ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Officials Tout Springfield for FBI Headquarters
Virginia's top elected leaders named Springfield as their preferred destination for a new FBI headquarters campus Tuesday, aligning the state's political firepower in a high-stakes regional competition for 11,000 federal jobs.The endorsement, by Gov.-elect Terry McAuliffe (D), Democratic Sens. Mark ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Lebanon's Alawites: Latest Targets in Strife
IN TRIPOLI, LEBANONLebanon's Alawites: Latest targets in sectarian strifeDragged off the bus in Tripoli and shot in the legs: The latest offshoot of Syria's brutal warMembers of Shiite sect aligned with Syria's Assad are seized, shot in legs as part of spillover from Syria's war.One man was dragged ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Mystery, Mayhem and Puppies in Holiday Reads
This year's roundup of new Christmas books offers 12 dozen cookies, 11 sleepy skunks, 10 lords a-leapin', nine classic authors, eight dozen ducks a-shedding, seven abandoned puppies, six turkey dinners, five holiday mysteries, four Arctic animals, three self- sacrificing heroines, two World War II ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
↧
Oatmeal Batter Bread
12 servings (1-pound loaf)This bread is easy to make, needs only a single rise and is remarkably low in fat.Adapted from "'Better Homes and Gardens: 365 Comfort Foods" (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2014).Ingredients1 cup warm whole or 2 percent milk (105 to 115 degrees)1/4 cup honey or packed light ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Mayor Gray, Leonsisin Talks for New Facility
Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis recently announced his intentions to build a practice facility separate from Verizon Center for his professional basketball team, and D.C. Mayor Vincent C. Gray wants the complex to be located in Washington.Gray told Mike DeBonis, The Post's local politics and ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
Dukkah
12 to 18 servings (11/2 cups to 21/2 cups, depending on how finely chopped)Serve this aromatic blend of nuts, seeds and spices alongside a bowl of extra-virgin olive oil, and fresh bread or crudites. Dip the bread into the oil, then into the dukkah.It also can be sprinkled over a steamed fish ... (Publication: The Washington Post)
↧
More Pages to Explore .....