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It may appear when the borders were drawn, Chile got the South American continent's leftovers. But, not leftovers at all, this long thin country's stark deserts, fertile valleys, glorious glaciers and majestic mountains provide a destination for great adventure.
In Chile you can travel from the Atacama Desert, the world's most arid place, to Patagonia, with its glacial lakes, icy fjords and snowy peaks. Tucked into the midsection of this country is the lush Central Valley with its famed wine-producing regions and the fabulous capital city, Santiago
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The Leftovers
by Tom Perrotta
(St. Martin's Press, 2011)
355 pp., $25.99
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The Rapture is not dead. Despite the biblica...
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For some, the leftovers are better than the Thanksgiving Day meal.
There are lots of possibilities from tarts, soups, salads and stir-fries to casseroles, chiles, pizzas for turkey leftovers. It pairs well with a variety of flavors, ingredients and herbs and spices - from curry, basil, thyme and cumin to chili powder, cilantro, tomatoes, cheeses, beans, pasta, tortilla, vegetables, fruits. Keep in mind, you may need an extra dose of seasonings when cooking with turkey, as it tends to be bland.
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This time of year, I'm often asked about creative recipes that use leftover ingredients from Thanksgiving dinner.
Here are some tips of how to properly store - and reheat - cooked foods along with some of my favorite recipes to "recycle" your leftover Thanksgiving foods.
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You've feasted; you've napped; maybe you've watched the games or taken a walk, and feasted again. You've pulled the wishbone, loaded the dishwasher -- twice -- and rustled up every piece of piece of Tupperware in the house. But after you've sent your guests home with doggie bags, and sliced up some turkey for a late-night or post- Black-Friday-shopping sandwich or two, there may still be a good bit of that big bird and its accompaniments hanging around in the fridge. And there's got to be something more interesting you can do with those leftovers than drag out the same old recipes for turkey soup and turkey hash.
There's nothing wrong with tried-and-true comfort foods, but if you're craving new flavors after Grandma's stuffing and Aunt Peggy's green bean casserole, think ethnic cuisine....
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Staff and wire reports
For some, the leftovers are better than the Thanksgiving Day meal.
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The outdoor grilling and picnic season is in full swing. If you covet your free time (and I do), you cook enough for 10 when only eight are coming to dinner. You're counting on leftovers.
You say "leftovers" is an ugly word? Get over it. Leftovers can make a great lunch, especially if you want to squeeze sunshine time into the workday.
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Nuggets from the notebook found while sifting through the Election Day detritus ...
The fastest-emerging narrative following Mainers' resounding vote to uphold Election Day registration was that the decisive margin signaled a rejection of initiatives advanced by the Republican- controlled Legislature.
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Freeze leftover wine in ice cube trays, then remove and seal in freezer bags. Freeze these until you need wine for cooking, removing wine cubes from the bag as needed. First measure the wine as you fill your first cube so you know how much each cube holds. Or if you find you mainly cook with full tablespoons of wine for most sauces and dishes, you can measure 1 tablespoon amount in each cube.
If you can't eat the grapes fast enough before they start going bad, try freezing them. First wash the grapes well, allow to dry, then lay them neatly on a cookie sheet (not touching each other). Place the tray in the freezer and once the grapes are frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag or airtight container. Store in the freezer and just take out what you need when you want a cold, fruity t...
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A common holiday phenomenon could contribute to foodborne illness rates of one in six people sickened each year.
Big holiday meals mean more consumption of leftovers - food that poses several challenges to safe eating. Temperature and time contribute to the growth of bacteria, and improper heating or cooling of food can hasten development of toxins.