So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Sunday, November 30, 2008

Smoked Seafood is a Crowd Pleaser

By Sherry Shantel

Did you love to cook when you were younger, but lately it's become more like a boring chore than something that you enjoy doing? Do you want to cook healthy and exciting things for your family, but get stymied by a busy schedule and a table full of picky eaters. It can be frustrating to try to follow what's going on in the culinary world in magazines. They're filled with glossy pictures of fancy dinners you don't have the money to afford the ingredients too, let alone the time or patients. So why not try searching online? You'll find a lot of cool new things, like smoked seafood, for instance.

Smoked seafood is an exciting new trend that can spice up everything from a stir fry to a fancy dinner party. Some types of smoked seafood, such as smoked salmon, have been around for years. Smoked salmon is a classic, but it's also a crowd pleaser, and it's an excellent way to introduce your kids to the tastes and textures of fish, getting them ready for more exotic foods. One of the easiest meals to prepare with smoked salmon is also one of the most delicious. Simply toast a bagel, slather it with cream cheese, and top with a piece of smoked salmon. Breakfast served!

Another great smoked seafood is smoked scallops. These are rather unexpected, and make a bold and exciting addition to any dish. Scallops are a wonderful seafood anyway, with a meaty texture and bold flavor, something which smoking really enhances. Having some precooked smoked scallops in the fridge will make a great surprise element to many dishes. They adding them to some pasta for an interesting contrast of textures, and a great infusion of flavor.

Smoked shrimp is another exciting new way to enjoy smoked seafood. Shrimp are already such a succulent delight that when they're smoked, it adds an entirely new and exciting dimension to their flavor. Smoked shrimp are a great addition to any type of pasta dish or stir fry. They're also great as a stand alone snack. Why not try them in a salad to add an extra punch?

Smoked seafood is also a great way to liven up a dinner party. When you want to spice things up, why not serve a smoked scallop ceviche. This new twist on a classic dish is sure to delight and please your guests. You can also serve a smoked shrimp cocktail, adding exciting flavors to a classy concoction. If you're interested in finger food, try adding smoked salmon to a cracker with some capers.

Where can you find these exciting new types of smoked seafood? Some are available in local stores, but they are sure to be expensive. For the best variety and quality, shopping online is the way to go. It will also save you time and money, both of which are always appreciated close to the holidays. Ordering online also guarantees that you'll be able to get the best deals on variety packs, with something for everyone to try.

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