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Reverend Sharleece's Famous Shrimp Salad is guaranteed to be like nothing you have ever tasted before. I pondered over whether to share this recipe with the public or not. Sharing won, so here it is.
Ingredients:
1 can of shrimp or 1 small bag of fresh shrimp
3 small strawberries
1 green onion
1 tablespoon of barbaque chipotle sauce
Directions:
Clean and drain the shrimp from the can. If using fresh shrimp, clean and cook the shrimp according to package directions. Can shrimp is already cooked. Next, clean and cut the strawberries and green onions. Pour all of the ingredients into a large bowl. Mix the ingredients. Serve on bread, lettuce, or eat it straight out of a bowl with crackers. You will not be disappointed.
On Thursday, September 5, 2012, I went to see the #1 movie "The Possession" at 5:05pm. The movie opened with an old woman holding a hammer preparing to hit an old box, when a shockingly unexpected act of supernatural violence stopped her in her tracks. Immediately, I was hooked.
"The Possession" starring Jeffery Dean Morgan (Supernatural), Kyra Sedwick (The Closer), and Natasha Calis is about a supernatural being known a dybbuk that can possession individuals and cause physical damage to objects and people in the living world. "The Possession" directed by Sam Raimi (The Final Destination franchise) is marketed as based on a true story. I did not believe it, so I researched the dybbuk box to find out why it was considered 'based on a true story. What I discovered was that the actual dybbuk box was brought to America by a Polish immigrant in the early 1900's. Like in the movie, the dybbuk box was original sold to a business man at a garage sale. Moreover, the most common problems experienced by the owners of the dybbuk box were bug infestations, bodily changes, and bumping noises in the night. However, the movie goes far beyond the true testimonies of various owners of the true dybbuk box adding phenomenal special effects worthy of mentioning.
As expected, the box that should not be opened is opened and a possession is began slowly. As the movie progresses, the possession and the violent spooky incidents escalate as well. The father played by Jeffery Dean Morgan becomes the only one aware of the situation and seeks help from Jewish Rabbis. The final thrill occurs in a hospital basement with the help of family and a Jewish Rabbi played by handsome soulfully voiced Matisyahu whom sings a soulful pop sounding song in hebrew.
"The Possession" is a spooky ride with wonderful performances that makes it feel like Halloween in September. It is the best possession film that I have seen since "The Exorcist" which was also based on a true story. I give "The Possession" for slimy eyes for spooky. In addition, watch the true accounts on Paranormal Witness on Syfy, episode, dybbuk box. "The Possession" is rated PG-13 due to violence. Comment and tell me how you like the movie. Watch video clip of "The Possession" below.
Prep: 40 mins Bake: 350°F 8 mins to 20 mins Cool: 30 mins Chill: 4 hrs to 24 hrs Freeze: per manufacturer's directions plus 4 hours to ripen
Average rating 4.0 from 15 reviews
1 1/2
cupsfinely chopped pecans
2
tablespoonsbutter, melted
1/4
teaspoonsalt
1 1/2
cupspacked brown sugar
2
cupswhipping cream
6
egg yolks
1/2
cupgranulated sugar
1
teaspoonvanilla
3
medium ripe bananas
4
cupswhole milk
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In bowl toss pecans, butter, and salt to combine. Spread in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until toasted; stir once.
2. In a medium saucepan combine brown sugar and 1-1/2 cups of the cream; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is melted. In a small bowl whisk together yolks and remaining cream; gradually whisk in 3/4 cup of the hot sugar mixture. Gradually add to mixture in saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbles just begin to form (190 degrees F). Remove from heat. Whisk in granulated sugar and vanilla. Cool 30 minutes. Cover; chill 4 to 24 hours.
3. In a large bowl mash bananas (1 cup); gradually stir in chilled mixture. Add to a 4- to 5-quart ice cream freezer along with milk. Freeze according to manufacturer's directions. Stir in pecan mixture. If desired, ripen at least 4 hours. Top with banana slices, if desired. Makes 3 quarts (24 1/2-cup servings).
Nutrition Facts (Banana-Butter Pecan Ice Cream)
Servings Per Recipe 24,
Calories 245,
Protein (gm) 3,
Carbohydrate (gm) 25,
Fat, total (gm) 16,
Cholesterol (mg) 86,
Saturated fat (gm) 7,
Monosaturated fat (gm) 6,
Polyunsaturated fat (gm) 2,
Dietary Fiber, total (gm) 1,
Sugar, total (gm) 22,
Vitamin A (IU) 437,
Vitamin C (mg) 1,
Thiamin (mg) 0,
Riboflavin (mg) 0,
Niacin (mg) 0,
Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0,
Folate (µg) 12,
Cobalamin (Vit. B12) (µg) 0,
Sodium (mg) 61,
Potassium (mg) 178,
Calcium (DV %) 81,
Iron (DV %) 0,
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Wednesday, July 4, 2012, The American Independence Day is just around the corner prompting a question: How do you have a traditional independence day celebration? I discovered that for the past 100 years that most families celebrate Independence Day in one or more of the following ways:
Food. Traditionally tables are filled with potato salad, grilled barbeque chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, steak, mashed potatoes, various vegetables, and various desserts like pies and cakes.
2. Decorations. Traditionally any combination of red, white, and blue says Independence Day
American style.
3. Music. Traditionally several songs have come to represent Independence Day in America
like "God Bless America," "America the Beautiful," "The Star Spangled Banner," and This
Land is Your Land".
4. Family. Traditionally people would gather together with family and friends to celebrate the
wonderful occasion.
5. Games. Traditionally Independence games included horse shoe, foot races, and archery.
6. Entertainment. Traditionally story telling around a bonfire, fire works, and singing songs.
Therefore, this fourth of July remember to celebrate with tradition in mind to honor Indenpendence day the way that our fore fathers intended. Below I have included a link to a video of Ray Charles singing America the Beautiful to inspire wonderful 4th of July celebration ideas.
