tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8196365712748456852024-03-12T20:43:54.670-07:00Of Afternoon Tea...Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger122125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-819636571274845685.post-62552027949743982112016-03-31T09:58:00.000-07:002016-03-31T09:58:16.189-07:00Cashew Cream for Scones<div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="line-height: 18.2px;">Those with an affection for afternoon tea delight in the creamy flavor and texture of clotted cream. This is a special, thick cream that's made by processing full-cream cows milk in a steam or water bath and then placing it into small pans where it forms clots as it cools slowly. It is served with scones, much to the delight of the the taster. Aunt Marcella enthusiastically comments on the subject whenever we share afternoon tea together. For nearly 30 years she would take an annual two-week summer holiday to the United Kingdom, planning the journey and schedule to include afternoon tea in Bed & Breakfast hostels across the countryside. Descriptions of puffy scones and large jars of clotted cream, so thick that a spoon stood straight up when set in it, delighted all of us in America as we marveled at such a creamy delight and wished to try something that seemed such perfection. Eventually, small jars of clotted cream have been found available in tea rooms and specialty shops. But for a premium price! Although this is near and dear to Aunt Marcella's memory, the jarred creams still don't meet the standard of her seasoned tongue. But something close is better than none.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">For those who cannot easily obtain jarred clotted cream, vegans (or those intolerant to dairy), or the health minded, other options are welcome. Although most alternatives are not equivalent substitutions, they can be just as delicious by their own right. Dairy cream is known for its high fat content and for the role it plays in raising cholesterol. Weight gain and heart disease can result from liberal use of high fat dairy products. Alternatively, non-dairy toppings can be free of saturated fats and can actually assist in healthy body weight and reduced risk of heart disease. A study reported in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that women who ate one to two tablespoons of nuts or nut butter daily (peanuts, almonds, or cashews) weighed four pounds less and had waistlines an inch smaller than those who did not eat them. Nuts activate the metabolism. They also add protein and fiber to one's diet, making them feel full and satisfied for longer periods of time. So, what does this have to do with cream? Nuts and nut butters make delicious creamy topping! Here's my family's favorite cashew cream recipe (below):</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">Place all ingredients in a blender. Whiz until smooth and creamy. Pour immediately into a small pitcher or serving container. For a varied flavor, add a sprinkle of cinnamon. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;">This makes a creamy, thick topping can can be poured over fruit or scones for tea. For a thicker topping, stir in some instant sure jel. This recipe will thicken over time as well.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">by Aunt Cella, posted by permission</span><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Originally written October, 1969</span></span><br style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: medium;">A true story<br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">I left my heart in England this time. And have left pieces of it in nearly every country we've visited. But with England it went deep. It's simply my kind of quaintness, countryside, people...and my language. We were actually passing through England on our way to Ireland, having "done" England "last" summer, or so we thought. But it's a big mistake. One should not ignore present joys in the hopes of greater, later. Neither is a country ever really "done" --- most of us just scratch the surface. We were blessed for nine days with classically beautiful weather, a little nicety not often enjoyed in the British Isles. Loved rugged Wales, but the southern counties of Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall stretching to the very tip of Land's End, are dearest to the heart of every Briton, and were sheer joy, joy, to us. We loved the high hedges, the hidden "smuggler's cove" beaches, the cottage rambled with roses, old inns with low oaken beams, cozy fireplaces, hanging copperware and pewter, peaceful villages, and always decency, charm, refinement. It's such a "civilized" country! As travelers, we felt a graciousness here not encountered since leaving Japan. One is never a customer, but a guest to be treated with grave respect. I discovered early how enchanting their old homes and tea houses were, so having a passion for this sort of thing, devised a system for getting into at least three a day. Morning beverage, lunch at noon, and afternoon tea, which is promptly at 4:00. All England pivots on the "Tea at 4:00" schedule. . .even if the house is burning, you must not rush out without having tea first! We had Devon shire clotted cream with fresh strawberries, rhubarb pudding, deep-dish English apple pie, high tea, low tea, cream tea, country tea, lunch in a 12th century manor house, and scones, scones, scones. We are talking of another trip.</span><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">The strangest tea I will ever have in my life occurred in Ireland, which, by the way, is green, friendly, progressive, and lots of fun. In the wild, rugged, southern Killarney Lake country, Mike and I took an all day trek, making a complete circle, first by pony cart, then by horseback, and later by boat, which circled us back to the starting point again in the evening. Not being so lucky weather-wise in Ireland (where are all those green shamrocks?), we had rain most of the six days we were there. This memorable day was no exception, but we wanted to take this trip badly enough to do it in the pouring rain. We had another lady and a foolhardy couple from California with us and a little sort-of-girl-guide. We set off in high spirits, which sank lower and lower as we got colder and wetter. Transferring from the pony-trap after an hour, we found the horses typical nags, and cantankerous to boot! However, I felt somewhat smug and self-assured, since I was almost raised on a horse. After two hours on horseback and getting into deep, wild mountains, we were stiff and frozen. Our sack lunch became a mass of mush, vitamin pills in my purse ran red all over, our clothes were sodden, and our limbs were paralyzed with cold. Our little-girl-guide reassured us by telling us we only had three hours left to go! We saw an isolated house that offered tea, and gratefully groaned off our horses and dripped inside, running rivulets on her kitchen floor, and apologizing between chattering teeth. We gulped hot tea with Irish soda bread, and stayed as long as we dared. Again, we struggled aboard our plugs, who would not do anything they did not feel like doing. </span><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">In the meantime, the country was frighteningly beautiful, with deep gullies, broad rocky valleys, and treeless craggy mountains --- what a fantastic trip in good weather! After two more frozen hours, Mike and I approached the summit (we were ahead) and looked into desolate virgin territory beyond. My tendency was to go left, because it look like we might meet our boats there. But my horse was going right whether I consented or not, and trusting the sure-direction instincts of a horse, Mike and I went right. After a while, Mike wasn't so sure, so turned his horse back to the crossroads, but mine would not go. I kept assuming the others would come (since my horse insisted this was the right road) but, hill after hill, I kept looking back. No horses appeared, and soon the crossroad was far behind me. Gradually I decided this must be the wrong way, and tried again to turn around. I tried to go into the lane of an isolated house, I tried to stop. . .I tried everything, but that broken-down horse was impossible. When I tried to let the horse know who was in charge, he promptly backed me right down a bank into a ravine. Then, for the first time I was frightened, because I knew that I could not handle that horse. I began (in growing terror) to contemplate spending the night out in the wilds of Killarney and likely freezing to death. I had no idea where we were headed, but it certainly wasn't toward human habitation. These were very bad moments. Spying an inhabited old cottage, I decided to stop, even if I had to leap off the horse, but surprisingly she was willing and I lumbered off, hallowing to the occupants. . .</span><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">An old peasant lady appeared in black dress and stockings, and at the sight of another human being, I nearly broke down in weeping. Struggling for control, I told her I must be lost (although I suspected that she already suspected that). I told her the boats were leaving soon (there was only one a day), but this horse insisted on coming here. She then dropped her little bombshell --- the horse belonged there and was merely coming home --- with an unwilling visitor! She later admitted it was not the first time it had happened. The horse and I had been on the trail for four solid, er, liquid hours! She led me inside her home (which I was than anxious to see despite my distressing situation) to an open peat fireplace with an old black kettle hanging over it, and then began stripping off my soggy clothes. I sat by the fire with this kindly soul bustling about, putting warm clothes on me, getting hot tea, trying to hurry with three huge dogs, and a red-haired Irish grand baby, and a flock of baby turkeys all under foot. I couldn't believe my eyes and wanted to laugh and cry both, at this unreal situation. I watched bemusedly while one little turkey jumped into the rim and then into a large pail sitting on the kitchen floor. Hearing noise, the lady of the house rushed over to the pail in time to pull out a half-drowned little turk from what was obviously a pail of water. Calamities! It was a wild scene. She shoved them all under a basket and then proceeded to cut a homemade raisin loaf for my tea without benefit of hand washing of any sort between turkeys and bread. I may have winced, but I wouldn't have refused her hospitality for anything. It tasted delicious and was served on her best china. She commented that I "seemed to fit in very nicely here in this country" probably because I was petting her dogs that were running in and out, and trying strenuously to see everything I could while just trying to appear as if I had grown up with peat fires and turkeys drowning themselves in the center of the kitchen floor! When I told her I was from California she was very surprised and said she thought I was one of the local Irish girls from "up North". I concluded that I must be fitting in very well indeed. My Yankee twang was mistaken for an Irish brogue...!</span><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><br style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;" /><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Meantime she sent her daughter-in-law (who incidentally had worked two years at Schrafft's Restaurant in New York but got homesick and came back to marry a local boy) to the neighbor's house at the end of the road for a car. No one was home, and now we were all in a frantic frenzy. That boat was due to leave 30 minutes before. I threatened to walk, and finally they consented, but insisted the daughter-in-law walk the 5 or 6 miles with me. In a few minutes, we heard a car driving up behind us, and the much-sought neighbor materialized. We roared over ruts and believe it or not, when we arrived, the boats were just leaving, having waited over 30 minutes for me. Mike, who was beside himself, had just told them to go on without. He was going to start after me, spend the night in the mountains, stay with a farmer, hire a car (no more horses!) or anything that was necessary. An interesting postscript was that the California woman's horse also took her to its house in a different direction from me, and the farmer there had to bring her back in his car also. Well, now that it's all over, I'm glad it happened. How else could I have taken tea in front of an open peat fire with the turkeys and the dogs and the O'Donahue's of Killarney?</span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-819636571274845685.post-79996872420142032602015-04-20T06:00:00.000-07:002015-04-20T06:00:01.178-07:00My Snowball Tree and a Tea Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My tree was a gift from Karleen. Each spring when it blooms, I think of her and appreciate my tree {and her} even more. Just seeing it reminds me of early childhood memories. My family lived in a barracks that had been converted into an apartment for university married students. Units were small and close, but the back lawns were all connected and all the neighborhood children had a wonderful time playing together outside. When the snowball bushes bloomed, we had wonderful snowball fights with the soft, pristine blossoms. </span></span><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 1.4;">The Irish love their tae! In fact, some accounts reveal that the Irish </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 1.4;">drink more tea per capita than any other country. Tea is a beverage of </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 1.4;">hospitality in Ireland. The Irish are known for their strong tea blends </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 1.4;">that are served with plenty of milk. It is not uncommon that the ratio of tea to milk be two-to-one. Irish Breakfast blends are known </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 1.4;">for being strong and robust, whereas an Irish Afternoon blend mellow out as the day goes on. </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 1.4;">A common Gaelic expression for "cup of tea" is </span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 1.4;">"cupan tae", a quaint and enchanting expression.</span></div>
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<li><b>1 cup brewed tea, strong and cooled</b></li>
<li><b>2 cups all-purpose flour</b></li>
<li><b>3 teaspoons baking powder</b></li>
<li><b>1 teaspoon salt</b></li>
<li><b>1 cup brown sugar, packed</b></li>
<li><b>1/4 teaspoon nutmeg</b></li>
<li><b>1/2 teaspoon cinnamon</b></li>
<li><b>1 egg or 1 vegan egg substitute</b></li>
<li><b>Rolled oats</b></li>
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One morning in July
Down a boreen green came a sweet colleen
And she smiled as she passed me by.
She looked so sweet from her two white feet
To the sheen of her nut-brown hair
Such a coaxing elf, I'd to shake myself
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From Bantry Bay up to Derry Quay
And from Galway to Dublin town
No maid I've seen like the sweet colleen
That I met in the County Down.
As she onward sped I shook my head
And I gazed with a feeling rare
And I said, says I, to a passerby
"Who's the maid with the nut-brown hair?"
He smiled at me, and with pride says he,
"That's the gem of Ireland's crown.
She's young Rosie McCann from the banks of the Bann
She's the star of the County Down."
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I've travelled a bit, but never was hit
Since my roving career began
But fair and square I surrendered there
To the charms of young Rose McCann.
I'd a heart to let and no tenant yet
Did I meet with in shawl or gown
But in she went and I asked no rent
From the star of the County Down.
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At the crossroads fair I'll be surely there
And I'll dress in my Sunday clothes
And I'll try sheep's eyes, and deludhering lies
On the heart of the nut-brown rose.
No pipe I'll smoke, no horse I'll yoke
Though with rust my plow turns brown
Till a smiling bride by my own fireside
Sits the star of the County Down.
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">After a morning walk around the yard, where I was seeking signs of spring, it's time for a hot cup of tea. Today's tea is <a href="http://www.welshbrewtea.co.uk/" style="color: #888888; text-decoration: none;">Murroughs Welsh Brew</a>, a traditional blend of African and Indian teas. The tin says that they were selected for their strength, colour and smoothness of flavour. The manufacturer is located at Mumbles, South Wales (Mwmbwis, Abertawe). It was won in a give-away that <a href="http://bernideensteatimeblog.blogspot.com/" style="color: #888888; text-decoration: none;">Bernideen</a> conducted last month. Thank you, Bernideen!</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">All of this talk of spring, flowers, and tea reminds me of my mother and one of her favorite spring poems. It was one she recited from memory on many a spring day!</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Have you ever noticed that sometimes things you observe while shopping remind you of a friend you have? Does it make you smile? The cute little pigs above remind me of my friend, Pinky! Aren't they cute? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Or a sign that says "Tea for Two". Now, doesn't that sound nice?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">February has been cold and snowy. It's been the perfect time for projects and crafting. Even simple projects like organizing a bookshelf can brighten up the day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Valentine's cards and tea samples from friends brighten February days, making a daily walk to the mailbox a rewarding experience.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The Jazz Bouquet is a combination florist shop and tea cafe. It was a beautiful combination of two delightful things --- flowers and tea! The shop proprietress is Kim, a gifted florist who added tea to the shop after she found some unique tables and chairs at a vendor show. An idea was born and a tea room was added to the floral shop. The aesthetic beauty and aroma of fresh flowers combines in such a charming atmosphere with scones, tea sandwiches, and fragrant hot tea. It is a friendly and relaxing place. It is truly a spa for the senses!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Kim features Tea Forte. The presentation was a tea ceremony unto itself. Tea and accoutrement were presented beautifully on a white platter. A special teacup with cover was filled with water of the perfect temperature and set on an absorbant white napkin. A green ceramic stage was set beside the teacup and a packaged, silken pyramid of loose tea was arranged on the other side. A part of the process of enjoying this tea is the act of preparing it. The tea package is unwrapped and the pyramid goes into the teacup. Once steeped for the proper time, the silk tea bag is removed and placed on the green ceramic stage. A tiny, green, paper left works as a handle for the tea pyramid and fits right through the top of the lid. Such a simple detail creates charm and makes everything seem so ceremonious.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">According to their website, afternoon tea is served daily, between 2:00 and 4:00 by reservation. They serve "cream tea" which includes a scone with cream and fruit preserves, a "light tea" which includes two tea sandwiches, one canapé, and a scone with cream and fruit preserves, and "full tea" which consists of four tea sandwiches, one canapé, scone with cream and fruit preserves, and a selection of pastries. Additionally, elegant chocolates are available individually. The teas are a selection of many available from Tea Forte.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Bisbee, Arizona is a small town of a few more than 6,000 people and it's located in southeast Arizona, not far from the Mexican border. It was founded in 1880 as a mining town. Copper, gold, and silver were largely mined there, with by-products like turquoise, cuprite, aragonite, wulfenite, malachite, azurite, and galena being found as well. The town was named after Judge DeWitt Bisbee who was one of the financial backers of the famous Copper Queen Mine. The town is built on hills, with layer upon layer of houses and buildings gracing all levels of the community. Long sets of stairs are used in many places to reach houses on the higher levels. It seems like Main Street is the only level place in town.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Main Street winds one-way through town, with Clawson Avenue running back the other way. It's a fun loop to walk, as the buildings are old and quaint. The mines are now closed, although tourists are now taken deep into a mountain that contains the Copper Queen Mine. Each guest is given a hard hat, a miner's headlamp and a yellow slicker before they are set aside small rail carts that go 1,500 feet into the mine. Tour guides are former employees of the now-closed Phelps Dodge Company who owned the mine. It's all very authentic and exciting, especially when the tour guide has everyone turn off their headlamps and you see how dark it really is underground!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Now days, Bisbee is a haven for artisans and retired folk. It was once named quirkiest city in American, a title that I believe is well deserved. Quaint shops with interesting things to see line the streets. Antique stores, art galleries, small cafes, used bookstores, museums, and quirky clothing stores can be found. Beads, gauze and tie-dye, and flashy cowboy boots all meld together into a fashion-sense that seems completely normal there. Away from the shops of town, beautiful old hotels and homes can be seen and appreciated.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It was along Main Street that Divine Teas & Novelties was found. Proprietor Lilith claims to have the only blending tea store in the state. She creates blends with organic teas and medicinal ingredients. Lined behind the counter are gallon jars filled with these delightful blends of black, green, white, herbal, chai, rooibos, and medicinal teas and tisanes. A spicy fragrance fills the air and customers are allowed to breath deeply of the ingredients in the jars of tea they are most interested in. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The novelties were mostly tea related accoutrements, teacups, and teapots. Some were antique and others were new.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It's always pleasant to visit friends and family. And it becomes even more fun for me when I have the opportunity to search for tea! Grandpa spends several months of each year in Arizona and invited us to come and be his guests. It was an enjoyable experience and we visited several interesting sites nearby. Today I'm sharing about a stop in Tombstone. Have you ever been there? It is one of my favorite places. While most are interested in the story of gunfights and the wild west, I have enjoyed seeking out little things that interest me, like a museum of historical costumes and clothing, the local guild quilt museum, finding places that sell sarsaparilla so I can bring it home to the (now adult) kids, and browsing the antique shops. Pioneer life and the wild west interests me so.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our first stop was at the Bird Cage Theater. A tour guide beckons tourists in from the door and once a crowd has gathered, explains the history of this historic theater. She names famous people who have been guests there in a list that is a mile long! And many of the names are those that are familiar from history books. This small, but interesting theater was opened in 1881 and was named for the fourteen "boxes" that were placed on two balconies on either side of the main central hall. Although there was a stage and an orchestra pit, the theater is best known for its gambling and the ladies of the night who entertained there. It really was a fairly unsavory place, although now it's interesting to visit and see the historical items on display. It's said that the longest card game ever took place in this location, lasting eight years, five months, and three days. The New York Times, in 1882, declared that "this theater was the wildest, wickedest night spot between Basin Street and the Barbary Coast". More than 120 bullet holes can be seen throughout the building, and our tour guide was quick to point out several right there in the lobby. But let's move along, shall we?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Tombstone was founded in 1879 and is in the southeastern part of Arizona. It was a silver mining town and grew from one hundred people to 14,000 in a few short years. It was a bustling little town! By 1881 it had not only a bowling alley, four churches, a school, two banks, three newspapers, and an ice house --- it also had 110 saloons and 14 gambling halls as well as numerous dancing halls and brothels. There was nothing quiet, nor proper about Tombstone!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Tombstone is famous for the shoot-out at O.K. Corral. It is an event that is re-enacted daily. A deadly conflict between a gang who stole cattle from ranchers and law enforcement has given Tombstone a place in history. The Earp brothers all assumed roles as lawmen and ended up in a confrontation with the Cowboy gang. Wyatt is probably the most famous of the Earp brothers. Interwoven into the history of the area is a love affair between Doc Holliday and Big Nose Kate. If you see her picture, you can tell she was aptly named! An interesting and generally unknown fact is that Doc Holliday was a cousin by marriage to Margaret Mitchell, author of <i>Gone With the Wind</i>. The longer one spends researching the history of a place like Tombstone, the more connections can be made with other famous Americans of the day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Of the 110 saloons in Tombstone, the Crystal Palace Saloon and Big Nose Kate's Saloon are probably two of the most famous. Both are still a part of the Tombstone scene, open daily and frequented by dozens of curious tourists who visit there. The ambiance and decor of each of them is much the same as it was in the late 1880's. Authenticity reigns in Tombstone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;">In the present time, Tombstone holds connections that tie our family together with memories. A cousin of eight years old visited the town on a girls trip with me and my mom and mother-in-law. A few years later, she was married in true western style at a Tombstone church. And an interesting man we knew from a church nearby played an authentic role as an actor in scenes from the town's history. Trips with our kids to this western community have proven fun over the years. Lessons in history are much more easily learned with such colorful object lessons.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;">But, where does the tea come in? As we walked along Main Street, I was surprised to see a small little shop at the entrance to a shooting gallery. Inside was a friendly woman who was dressed in frontier garb. Teapots and baked goods were displayed at the back of her small eating establishment. Could it be? Would it be possible to have tea in Tombstone? Yes! And she was happy to share about her experience.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It just happened to be the opening of her very first day in her quaint little cafe and bakery. She'd earned her way, carefully dressing with authenticity and baking homemade treats in a rented space in a commercial kitchen. For two years she was a walking bakery, carrying baskets of her home-baked goodies up and down the boardwalks, selling them to passers-by. A city committee oversees each business, making sure they meet the standards of authenticity that they require as part of the historic portions of their town. She worked carefully to meet the requirements and after her years of hard work, she was finally able to rent a space where she could open her store-front cafe. She told me that she was the first bakery in 100 years in Tombstone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I admire her hard work and enthusiasm for her tasks! And I hope that the next time I am privileged to visit Tombstone, that she is still there and that her business is thriving! It's wonderful that a cup of tea can now be found in Tombstone!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I've shared pictures from the bar at a Tombstone saloon, and a bakery bar that serves tea just down the street. It's only right that I share one last bar before the tour of Tombstone is over. Down at the end of the street the soda bar was filled with kids, enjoying sodas and ice cream. It appears that Tombstone has something for every one's taste! If you ever have a chance to visit Tombstone, I recommend it. And be sure to take time to go off the beat and track. Sometimes the best places are those that are not the most touristy places, but rather the nooks and little places along the way. Explore and enjoy!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">An luncheon tea.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Seeking to draw attention to this designated month, my mind skipped through a variety of things I could write about. Teapots, teacups, gawan porcelain bowls, and three-tiered trays all came to mind. But finding the obscure or unusual to celebrate this cozy past-time seemed important. </span></span></div>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-weight: bold; line-height: 1.4;">1/2 tsp. dried orange peel</span></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">When the world is all at odds</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And the mind is all at sea</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Then cease the useless tedium</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And brew a cup of tea.</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">There is magic in its' fragrance,</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">There is solace in its' taste;</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And laden moments vanish</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Cranberry tea is tart and such a great morning wake up call! Not only does it attract the attention of your taste buds, but the health benefits of cranberry abound. Cranberry contains multiple vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. The nutrients cranberry contains are especially helpful in protecting you against heart disease and cancer. Additionally, the acids and other components in cranberry juice are helpful in treating or preventing urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and peptic ulcers. It also helps prevent the formation of oral bacteria that can lead to gum diseases and plaque. It is a great natural defense for the body!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Taken alone, cranberry juice can sometimes be difficult to take in any quantity, so it can be helpful to mix it with other tasty ingredients to make it go down just a bit better. What better ingredient to pair with cranberry juice than tea! Try this recipe and see what you think!</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 quart brewed tea of choice</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4 cloves, whole</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4 cardamom seeds</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">cinnamon to taste</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tsp. stevia</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 1/2 cups cranberry juice</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">While brewed tea is hot, add cloves, cardamom seeds, and cinnamon. Then add stevia. Stir. Allow tea to cool to room temperature. Then strain. Add cranberry juice and orange juice. Warm to a comfortable drinking temperature (do not boil). Serve and enjoy! For garnish, add 2 or 3 cranberries to each cup. They will look beautiful as they float.</span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-819636571274845685.post-88089118626866198352014-11-17T04:23:00.000-08:002014-11-17T04:23:00.700-08:00Carrot Cake<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oPCwn0bzMC0/UMENsmKU-bI/AAAAAAAAVrs/32dGqxBXBqo/s1600/DSC_0268.JPG" style="background-color: white; color: #888888; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none;"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oPCwn0bzMC0/UMENsmKU-bI/AAAAAAAAVrs/32dGqxBXBqo/s400/DSC_0268.JPG" style="-webkit-box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.0980392) 1px 1px 5px; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.0980392) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" /></a><br />
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<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 cup brown rice flour</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup corn starch</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tsp. xanthan gum</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tsp. baking soda</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 tsp. cinnamon</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 tsp. cloves</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup pecans, chopped</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup white rice flour</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup white sugar</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 cup brown sugar</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 1/2 tsp. baking powder</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 tsp. nutmeg</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tsp. sea salt</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3 cups carrots</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup raisins</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 cup oil</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup cranberries, dried OR craisins</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3 egg substitutions*</span></strong></li>
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<b><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">*Appreciating the tea kettle and stovetop at our local grange.</span></b></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="color: #666666; line-height: 18.479999542236328px;">1 - 29 oz. can pumpkin puree</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="color: #666666; line-height: 18.479999542236328px;">3/4 cup apple juice or cider</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="color: #666666; line-height: 18.479999542236328px;">2 teaspoons ginger</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="color: #666666; line-height: 18.479999542236328px;">1/2 teaspoon ground cloves</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="color: #666666; line-height: 18.479999542236328px;">1 and 1/2 cups white sugar*</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="color: #666666; line-height: 18.479999542236328px;">1 teaspoon ground cinnamon</b></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="color: #666666; line-height: 18.479999542236328px;">1 teaspoon ground nutmeg</b></span></li>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><br />Makes five 8 oz jars.<br /><br />*Natural sweeteners may be used such as: date sugar, agave syrup, Sucanat, etc.</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">(USDA does not recommend canning pumpkin butter)</span></span></div>
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