Dads Special Meatloaf

Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds Ground beef
3/4 cups Quaker Oats uncooked
1/2 cups Chili Sauce
1 Egg lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoon Garlic minced or 1tsp Garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine all ingredients in large bowl; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape meatloaf mixture into 10x6-inch loaf on rack of broiler pan.

Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until meatloaf is to medium doneness (160 degrees F), until in center and juices show no pink color. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing. Cover and refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 2 days, or wrap airtight and freeze up to 3 months.

6 TO 8 SERVINGS

I have no idea where this is from, but it's great!

Man Rules

Finally , the guys' side of the story.

We always hear " the rules" from the female side....
Now here are the rules from the male side.

These are our rules! Please note.. these are all numbered "1 "
ON PURPOSE!

1. Men are NOT mind readers.
( FIRST & FOREMOST RULE)

1. Learn to work the toilet seat.
You're a big girl. If it's up, put it down.
We need it up, you need it down.
You don't hear us complaining about you leaving it down.

1. Sunday sports, It's like the full moon or the changing of the tides.
Let it be.

1.. Crying is blackmail.

1. Ask for what you want.
Let us be clear on this one:
Subtle hints do not work!
Strong hints do not work!
Obvious hints do not work!
Just say it!

1. Yes and No are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question.

1. Come to us with a problem only if you want help solving it. That's what we do.
Sympathy is what your girlfriends are for.

1. Anything we said 6 months ago is inadmissible in an argument.
In fact, all comments become Null and void after 7 Days.

1. If you think you're fat, you probably are.
Don't ask us.

1. If something we said can be interpreted two ways and one of the ways makes you sad or angry, we meant the other one

1. You can either ask us to do something
Or tell us how you want it done.
Not both.
If you already know best how to do it , just do it yourself.

1. Whenever possible, Please say whatever you have to say, during commercials. .

1. Christopher Columbus did NOT need directions and neither do we.

1. ALL men see in only 16 colors, like Windows default settings.
Peach, for example, is a fruit, not A color. Pumpkin is also a fruit. We have no idea what mauve is.

1. If it itches, it will be scratched.
We do that.

1. If we ask what is wrong and you say "nothing," We will act like nothing's wrong.
We know you are lying, but it is just not worth the hassle..

1. If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, Expect an answer you don't want to hear.

1. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely anything you wear is fine... Really .

1. Don't ask us what we're thinking about unless you are prepared to discuss such topics as Football or Hockey.

1. You have enough clothes.

1. You have too many shoes.

1. I am in shape. Round IS a shape!

1. Thank you for reading this.

Yes, I know, I have to sleep on the couch tonight;

But did you know men really don't mind that? It's like camping.

Black Bean Soup With Roasted Jalapeño Salsa

Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 35m | Total Time: 35m

Ingredients
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large poblano or green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
kosher salt and black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 15.5-ounce cans black beans, rinsed, or 1 heaping cup dried black beans, soaked and cooked
1 12-ounce bottle lager beer
3 to 4 jalapeños, halved and seeded
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Directions
Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the poblano, garlic, all but ⅓ cup of the onion, ¾ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the cumin.
Add the beans, lager, and ½ cup water. Mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the soup is slightly thickened, 6 to 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat broiler. Place the jalapeños on a broilerproof baking sheet and broil until charred, 2 to 3 minutes. Slice crosswise.
In a small bowl, toss the jalapeños with the cilantro, lime juice, remaining ⅓ cup onion and 2 teaspoons oil, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Serve with the soup.

Do not speak loudly

When you speak loudly, it raises the stress level among company. It always implies that you can't reason with people and rely on "brute force" to get your point across. It also draws attention -- negative attention.

Thoughts for my sons and grandsons: on harming a Woman

Never raise your hand to threaten or harm a woman.  You are bigger and stronger than they are and you have no right to do so.  Your life will become worthless to the world once you are found out as a beater of women.

If a man ever harms his wife, sister, mother, daughter or any other female relative, he has no right to ever be respected for rest of his life.  He may as well crawl into a corner and pray he survives each day without the retribution of others.

If a woman angers you because she disagrees with you, you must always use diplomacy in solving the disagreement, but if she refuses, turn around and walk away.  Do not look back.

Thoughts for my sons and grandsons: on Children

Never watch a television show or a movie that depicts the murder of a child.  Turn it off or change the channel immediately.  The thought of such an despicable action can vex your soul for years.

When an elder enters the room:

Stand to acknowledge them and welcome them. If you know them, shake their hand and tell them how nice it is to see them again. If you don't know them, stand and wait to be introduced. Once you are introduced, shake their hand if they offer theirs. Always stop what you are doing and show respect to those in the room even when you or they are just passing through. Listen to them when they speak. Contemplate what they say. Consider them when they speak and never interrupt them. These people have been around a long time, and could still out live you. So listen to what they say if you too want to live a long time and be treated with respect.  And don't give me the "I only respect those that respect me" crap. That don't work.  I agree some elders aren't worth respecting, but unless you know them intimately, never be the one that demands respect first before an elder. I remember being required to stand whenever a teacher or the principal entered the room.  Don't they do that anymore?

The front

Don't push your way to the front; don't sweet-talk your way to the top. Put yourself aside and help others get ahead.

Clones

They're cloning cats now. What, are we out?

Dave Long 2011

I love this

http://www.theonion.com/articles/middleclass-suburbanites-fail-to-see-irony-in-thei,20552/

Another reason to stop the poison...

Gov't warning: do NOT swallow chewing gum

Vacation this week

Didn't even seem I was on vacation this week at all.  Already I have to go back to  office tomorrow!  Though I did get a lot of blogging done!  This week will start my regular walking routine.  To work and back for a total of 4.5 miles a day!

the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

Gov. Walker was on a roll, but it appears he is ruining his winning streak with these ridiculous requirements! How does he justify his decision when this statement is ignored?: "...the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."

http://www.channel3000.com/politics/28123270/detail.html 

Define: Quirkyalone

Quirkyalone is a neologism referring to someone who enjoys being single (but is not opposed to being in a relationship) and generally prefers to be alone rather than dating for the sake of being in a couple.

I couldn't say it better myself!

Chocolate Cayenne Truffles

Chocolate Cayenne Truffles

Ingredients

• 9 oz. semisweet chocolate
• 3/4 cup butter
• 4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 6 tbsp. cream
• 1 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• For powder coating:
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp. cocoa powder
• 2 tsp. ginger
• 1 tsp. cinnamon

Directions
For Truffles: Melt chocolate, butter and cayenne in a double boiler, or in a bowl in the microwave. Stir well.
Remove from heat, and then mix in cream and powdered sugar. Stir well. The sugar will stick together in small lumps if you don’t stir vigorously. Cover and chill overnight.
For Powder Coating: Scoop out the chocolate, one tablespoon at a time. Mold it into balls and roll the balls in the powder mixture to coat them. Return truffles to the refrigerator until serving time.

Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

 

Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

Serves: 2 dozen

 Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons loose Earl Grey tea leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, room temperature

Directions

In a food processor, pulse together the flour, tea, and salt, until the tea is just spotted throughout the flour. Add the confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and butter. Pulse together just until a dough is formed. Place dough on a sheet of plastic wrap, and roll into a log, about 2 1/2-inches in diameter. Tightly twist each end of wrap, and chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Slice the log into 1/3-inch thick disks. Place on parchment or silpat lined baking sheets, 2 inches apart (2 probably needed depending on size of sheets). Bake until the edges are just brown, about 12 minutes. Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks and cool to room temperature.

Bread Machine Banana Oatmeal Bread

Bread Machine Banana Oatmeal Bread

=== LARGE 2 lb LOAF ===

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup oats
• 2 cups bread flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon dry milk powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 cups sliced, ripe bananas

Cooking Directions:

Add all ingredients to machine in order recommended by machine
manufactuer. Select "whole wheat" bread setting; crust color medium.

This recipe yields 1 loaf.

Dad's Best Potato Salad

Dad's Best Potato Salad

• 3 or 4 mid sized Russet potatoes
• 4 Tbsp juice from Kosher dill pickles
• 3 Tbsp finely chopped dill pickles
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 or 2 chopped scallions
• 1 - 2 hard boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1. Bring a pot of water to boil. Add the potatoes (skins on). Simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from pot. Let cool enough to handle, but still warm. Remove skins. Cut potatoes into inch sized cubes.

2. Put potatoes in to a large bowl. Add the juice from the Kosher dill pickles. Add the finely chopped pickles themselves. Add parsley, onions, celery, scallions and (optional) hard boiled egg.

3. In a separate small bowl, mix mayonnaise with mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix in the dressing with the potato mixture. Again, salt and pepper to taste.

Best Baked Spaghetti Recipe ever!

Baked Spaghetti:

• 2 cups canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 1/2 teaspoons House Seasoning, recipe follows
• 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 2 small bay leaves
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
• 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta (I use regular pasta)
• 1 cup grated cheddar
• 1 cup grated Monterey Jack

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

In a stockpot, combine the tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, onions, peppers, garlic, parsley, seasoning mixtures, sugar, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil over high heat, and then reduce the heat and let simmer, covered, for 1 hour. Crumble the ground beef in a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until fully cooked, with no pink color remaining. Drain the fat from the meat, and then add the ground beef to the stockpot. Simmer for 20 more minutes. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Cover the bottom of a 13 by 9 by 2-inch pan with sauce. Add a layer of pasta and then a little less than 1/2 of each cheese; repeat the layers, ending with the sauce. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Top the casserole with the remaining cheese, return it to the oven, and continue to cook until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 more minutes. Cut into squares before serving.

Recipe Summary
Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Yield: 10 servings


House Seasoning:

• 1 cup salt
• 1/4 cup black pepper
• 1/4 cup garlic powder

Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Thoughts

She lives beyond the grace of God, a wanderer in the outer darkness. She is "vampyr", "nosferatu". These creatures do not die like the bee after the first sting, but instead grow strong and become immortal once infected by another nosferatu. So, my friends we fight not one beast but legions that go on age after age after age, feeding on the blood of the living.

Woodmans Food Market - Beloit

It must have been elderly day at Woodman's this morning. Every time I tried to get where I needed to go, a dear, sweet elderly person was standing in the middle of the aisle. I cough, clear my throat and wiggle my cart to get their attention. Eventually I just turn around and go the other way. Just to find more chatting in the middle of the next aisle!

Beloit Traffic lights!

What is wrong with this city and its pathetic traffic lights.  I sat for a total of 4.5 minutes at Cranston and Milwaukee Road.  No cross traffic what so ever and the light remained red for me!  Then I noticed, while traveling through town, all the newer installed lights are the same way.  The worst intersection is Branigan and Milwaukee.  I've sat there so long at times, that people pull out around me and go through the red light. Talk about dangerous, but I really don't blame the drivers. If I was in a hurry and no cars are on the horizon I may do the same thing next time! Whos asinine joke was this anyways?

Mercy

The quality of mercy is not strain'd,
It droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven
Upon the place beneath. It is twice blest:
It blesseth him that gives and him that takes.
Shakespeare

Smokers

Smokers inject and excuse idleness in their lives every time they light a cigarette

Four Sorrows

“Four sorrows are certain to be visited on the United States. Their combined effect guarantees that the U.S. will cease to resemble the country outlined in the Constitution.

First, there will be a state of perpetual war, leading to more terrorism against Americans wherever they may be and a spreading reliance on nuclear weapons among smaller nations as they try to ward off the terrorist threats.

Second, is a loss of democracy and Constitutional rights as the presidency over shadows Congress and is itself transformed from a co- equal ‘executive branch’ of government into a military group.

Third, is the replacement of truth by propaganda, disinformation, and the glorification of war, power, and the military legions.

Fourth, there is bankruptcy, as the United States pours its economic resources into ever more grand military projects and short changes the education, health, and safety of its citizens.”

The center of the attention

The strong move quiet, the weak start riots. Don’t be the guy who always needs attention on him or starts problems over small stuff. The world is a big place and there is plenty of room for you.

Walkways!

Never stand in a walkway or door way chatting. It is very rude. People are passing by and don't want to be rude but have to walk between you and your friend. Move to the side or to a corner.

Inventory

House inventory at all times. If you live alone, make sure there is nothing in your house that would bring embarrassment to you should you die in your sleep. I live by this rule.