Chicken Noodle Soup

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Chicken Noodle Soup

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1/4 cup chopped Carrots
1/4 cup chopped Celery
1/4 cup chopped Onions
1/4 cup chopped Green Pepper
6 tbs Butter
4 tbs Flour
64 oz Chicken Stock
46 oz Linguine, Fettuccine or Egg Noodles
1/4 tsp Turmeric
1/4 tsp Ginger
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp White Pepper
1/2 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Salt
1/2 lb diced Chicken

Instructions

  1. Cook and drain noodles (to al dente).
  2. In large (> 1 qt) pot saute vegetables in butter at medium heat. Do not brown.
  3. Add spices and flour to form a roux. Do not brown.
  4. Slowly add 48 oz. of chicken stock while stirring.
  5. Add chicken, stir occasionally for five minutes.
  6. Turn heat to simmer, add noodles, stir occasionally for five to ten minutes or until noodles are soft.
  7. Add additional stock when needed, especially when reheating left-overs.

Keywords: chicken, celery, carrots, onions

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Introduction to Gnosis

Gnosis is Greek for knowledge [γνῶσις, gnosis]. This knowledge is very old, for it is the Truth that lies behind every religion. The tenor of the message has always changed with the time and place of any new inception in order for it to be more easily understood. Every new religion would bring a few souls to the Light before it was eventually corrupted and overrun by the forces of darkness.

In these dark times society is very much in need of a light to show the way. The author shares his knowledge and experience to help us understand Gnosis. The upshot of Gnosis is to know our inner world and how it relates to the outer world. As it turns out, Gnosis tells us that our microcosmos (inner world) is a blueprint of the macrocosmos (outer world). As above, so below.

Gnosis is a large body of knowledge comprising Art, Science, Religion and Philosophy. This book presents the knowledge and methods we need to start this exploration of our inner world. We can start with the question: ‘Why are we here?’ From there we can move on to ‘How to Solve a Problem.’ We may then ask, ‘Why do we Suffer?’

The author encourages us to validate everything he says with our own experiences. He is not looking for followers or believers. He does not expound on theories and dogma or engage in philosophical argument. His message is based on his knowledge and experience, which is considerable. If we compare him to our modern-day TV evangelists we see a contrast of opposites. A true master does not preach as a money-making venture, nor does he speak beyond that which he knows from his own experiences.

There is an exercise for managing our anger, which can often be our undoing. There is a method for visualizing success in a business venture, which is a surprising topic for a master or guru to expound on. But it is important for us to succeed in this world with a certain amount of comfort and happiness or else how can we address our inner world and have time to explore it?

We are given advice on mental hygiene. This addresses the mental pollution in our society and the mental epidemics which are so prevalent. It is surprising how much we focus on the physical aspects of hygiene and never give much thought to our mental health.

Certainly there is much to explore in such a small book. Invention, imagination, intuition. These faculties are largely unused and latent in us because our habits and behaviors thwart us. Certainly we need a new approach to break out of the rut of our ignorant behavior. In order to fix ourselves we need to know ourselves first, fundamentally and in depth.

The Lord God of Truth Within

The author, known as M, continues to make the elements of Eastern Yoga accessible to the Western mind. This is done without forcing us into postures or poses that won’t benefit us. The concepts and ideas are presented in a way that we can grasp intuitively rather than intellectually.

In this fashion we may come to realize the true yoga that cannot be learned at a gym or a university, for it has little to do with physical poses or intellectual concepts. Written in the 1930’s, this book picks up where the theosophy of Mme. Blavatsky left off and is a segue into the Gnosis that is later introduced by Samael Aun Weor in the 1950’s.

The author is a gifted writer, which makes the material seemingly easier to grasp. But on the second or third reading one is compelled to slow down and try to comprehend it in a deeper fashion. I look forward to reading it again.

Asian Chicken Salad

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Asian Chicken Salad

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Salad prep
  • Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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9 oz. Romain lettuce, chopped

1 cup green Cabbage, shredded

1 cup Carrots, shredded

1/4 cup Almonds, slivered

1 tbsp. Sesame seeds, toasted

2 cups cooked Chicken breast, diced

2 tbsp. Rice vinegar

2 tsp. Soy sauce

2 tsp. Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Mix chicken, lettuce, cabbage, sesame seeds and almonds in a salad bowl.
  2. Whisk together rice vinegar, olive oil and soy sauce in small bowl.
  3. Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss the salad.

Keywords: chicken, romaine lettuce, green cabbage, almonds, sesame seeds

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Meatballs

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Meatballs

This recipe is so good I bought a meatball rack to cook them in.

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 10 minurtes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side dish
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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1 lb. Beef, ground

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1 Egg

1/2 cup Romano or Parmesan cheese , grated

1/2 tsp. Salt

1/2 tsp. Pepper

1 cup Bread crumbs

1/2 to 3/4 cups warm Water

Instructions

  1. Put the room temperature beef into a mixing bowl, then add the garlic, egg, cheese, salt and pepper and mix together.
  2. Mix in the bread crumbs, then start with the water 1/4 cup at a time until the consistency is good (you may not need all of it).
  3. Roll into 1 1/2 to 2 inch balls and place on a rack over a tin foil covered pan.
  4. Bake at 375 for 10 to 15 minutes

Keywords: beef, cheese, bread crumbs

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Spaghetti Sauce II

 

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Spaghetti Sauce II

Try San Marzano tomatoes for a special treat.

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 10 minurtes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Entree
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 29 oz. cans Tomatoes crushed, peeled or diced

6 tbsp. Butter

1 Onion minced

4 cloves Garlic

1 tbsp. Tomato paste

1 tsp. Basil

1 tsp. Italian herbs

1 tsp. Salt

1 tsp. Pepper

Instructions

  1. Saute the onions in butter for two minutes. Add garlic for another minute or so.
  2. Add the tomatoes and chop up the tomatoes a bit if need be. Simmer for at least 20 or 30 minutes.
  3. Add herbs, tomato paste and spices about five minutes before serving. Continue to simmer.
  4. If you like your spaghetti sauce smoother use an immersion blender or food processer to have it your way.

Notes

Serve with meatballs and garlic bread. For wine, try a Malbec or Pinot Grigio.

Keywords: tomato, onion, garlic, butter

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup

 

 

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1/4 cup Flour
2 cups Broth
2 cups Milk or Half and half
1 Chicken breast diced or shredded
2 Carrots chopped
2 Celery stalks chopped
1 Onion chopped
12 Green beans chopped
1/2 Parsnip chopped
3 small Yukon potatoes diced
1/4 tsp Thyme
1/2 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp White pepper
2 Tbl Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Saute the vegetables (except potatoes) in oil for a few minutes to soften.
  2. Add broth and spices, simmer for ten minutes.
  3. Add potatoes, simmer for ten more minutes.
  4. Add some of the milk to the flour and shake it up to use as a thickener. Add slowly and stir into the soup.
  5. Add the milk and chicken, simmer until chicken is done.

Notes

You don’t need all the vegetables, add whatever you have on hand or what you like.

Keywords: chicken, carrots, celery, onion, green beans, parsnip, potatoes, milk

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Chicken Chow Mein

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Chicken Chow Mein

You can use the bean sprouts as a substitute for chow mein noodles or rice. Or just enjoy the extra crunch.

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Entree
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients

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Two chicken breasts, diced or shredded
Two stalks celery, sliced
One onion, minced
1 cup bean sprouts
Two cloves garlic, minced
Two tbl oyster sauce
Three tbl soy sauce
Two tbl cornstarch
One cup chicken stock
1/4 tsp White pepper for serving

Instructions

  1. Saute the vegetables in oil until onions are clear, remove from pan and set aside. Cook chicken until nearly done, add garlic and cook another minute or two.
  2. Add soy sauce and oyster sauce to chicken. Add a few tablespoons of chicken stock to cornstarch and the rest to the chicken. Shake up the cornstarch mixture in a water-tight container, then slowly whisk in to chicken. Adjust sauce to desired thickness, then add vegetables and simmer a few more minutes.
  3. Serve with white rice and chow mein noodles.

Notes

Nutritional information does not include rice or chow mein noodles.

Keywords: chicken, rice

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Chicken Satay – Thai Chili

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Chicken Satay – Thai Chili

Serve the chicken satay with Thai Peanut Sauce.

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Entree
  • Method: Grill
  • Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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1 pound chicken breasts cut into strips
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice from 2 small, juicy limes
1 tablespoon agave nectar
1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

  1. Mix together all of the marinade ingredients, except for the chicken. Marinate the chicken for an hour or two.
  2. Thread the chicken onto metal or pre-soaked wooden skewers.
  3. Grill chicken 2-3 minutes per side on outdoor grill or 3-4 minutes per sideunder a broiler.
  4. Serve with crushed peanuts, cilantro, lime wedges and the peanut sauce for dipping.

Notes

Don’t forget the Thai peanut sauce.

Keywords: chicken, grill

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Peanut Sauce – Thai Chili

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Peanut Sauce – Thai Chili

This sauce goes with the Chicken Satay – Thai Chili recipe.

  • Author: Scott Sherman
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 15 servings 1x
  • Category: Asian
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Sauce

Ingredients

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1 cup low sodium chicken broth
5 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon agave nectar
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten free
2 teaspoons fish sauce or additional 2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice from 1 small lime
Chopped fresh cilantro, chopped unsalted roasted peanuts, and lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the chicken broth, peanut butter, honey, soy sauce, fish sauce, Sriracha, ginger, and garlic.
  2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then let cook, stirring often, until the sauce is smooth and has thickened, about 6 minutes.
  3. Stir in the lime juice and set aside.

Keywords: thai peanut sauce

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