Monday, August 22, 2011

Nice Guys Finish First (If You Try Hard Enough)

Good Evening Folks,

So I have a computer again! I don't know how it started up, don't know why it's acting normal now, but I'm VERY thankful for it. Now I can actually update my blog! So what to write about this entry... I had a few random thoughts and ideas that I wanted to run past my readers. How would you feel if I actually started a YouTube channel. Random moments, thoughts, me having fun and complaining about sports, health, and why some foods are awesome and others are way too salty. It's in the infant stages (if it does happen,) but we'll see.

So as I write this, I have candles lit, incense sticks going, and a peaceful feeling around me. It's almost like "aromatherapy" for me. I feel calm and oh so good. It makes me feel creative...which actually leads into this idea:

I had thought about writing a script. I had a couple ideas of what to write: A romantic comedy, or a comedy that's up their in a perverted sense. Another idea would be like a coming of age story (hint hint.) Who knows, it's all in the air. But one thing though I am thinking about...RANDOM THOUGHTS:

~ I actually tried jeans that weren't baggy yesterday, and they looked good. Best part: I didn't have that hipster feel/look. Made me happy
~ Follow me on twitter (by clicking http://twitter.com/#!/tpears86)
~ If I made an effort, I to could be artsy (and even photogenic)
~ Why is Ben and Jerry's so damn delicious?! Honestly, best ice cream you can get
~ I am actually going to start doing video entries soon and try different food products. Allow me to explain...

I seem to have a hard time keeping a flow when it comes to typing these entries. So to try to help, I will actually "attempt" a video entry and see how people like it. I can't see any harm in trying, and plus, it'll actually help push me to make that YouTube channel. More to come on that. But for now, I leave you with two fun songs:
When you're done with that, play this:

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Trying Times Call For A Drink And A Memory

Good Morning Folks,
Ah yes I really should be updating this more huh. Not like I have much to do around here. So what has been going on you ask? Well to sum it up: Dialysis, cooking, parties, dialysis, cooking, trying new foods, dialysis, cooking, been with Jessie, job interviews, and of course, dialysis. Come on which did you think was going to show up the most. It's a three times a week gig in North Brunswick that starts at 6am. Here's an idea: Blogging while getting treatment and putting pix up. I'll look into that.

The cooking side of it has been fun as well. Made a nice dinner Sunday with Jessie involving a loin, mashed potatoes (involving bacon, colby jack, sour cream, and onions) and a nice little salad. Also made a taco dip, fresh salsa, boneless wings, and this week, maybe I'll attempt homemade hot sauce. Anyway, I have a Boneless Wings recipe (my first one on here! Awesome!) that I think you readers will enjoy very much. It's good for a small party (serves 5-6)

What You Need:
1LB of Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
2 cups flour
2TBSP garlic powder
2TBSP onion powder
3TBSP paprika
1/4tsp of cayenne pepper
pinch of sea salt
black pepper
3 eggs
3TBSP of Siracha hot chili sauce (USE SIRACHA!)
Large cast iron pan
Vegetable oil

Before you do anything, organize your ingredients into stations. Flour on the left, egg in the middle, and a plate to put your wings. Then, fill the oil into your cast iron pan, about half way. Turn it on to medium high and let it heat for about 5-10 minutes

1) Cut the pieces of chicken into 1/2 inch pices. You don't have to season them right away.
2) Once the chicken is done, add all you dry seasonings into the flour.
3) Add your siracha to the egg bowl and mix
4) Using one hand, add the pieces of chicken into the egg bowl and coat evenly. Remove any excess egg.
5) Using your other hand, flour your chicken like you did in the egg. Remove and excess flour.
6) When your oil is nice and HOT, add your chicken in batches and let cook for 5-7 minutes.
7) The chicken should become a golden brown, so take out of the oil, place them over a plate with some paper towels (to absorb the oil)
8) Serve with hot sauce, ranch or bleu cheese, and enjoy

And so with this entry, I am off to my interview! I hope the recipe is a hit for your party. Next week, jambalaya!