Broiled chili-Lime-crusted tilapia
Serves 4 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the pan Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons) 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon chili powder…
Blogs
The anatomy of the approach
There is a great book called “The Great Picture Hunt” by Dave LaBelle, a terrific feature photographer. I saw a copy years ago and finally…
Pet of the day 4/17/17
Name: Babbles Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Babbles can be…
109 Years of the U.S. Army Reserve
The United States Army Reserve will be celebrating their 109th birthday on March 23. The reserve began in 1908 when Congress created the Medical Reserve…
Mini mocha baked Alaska
Start to finish: 2 hours, 40 minutes (40 active) Servings: 4 Eight 1½-inch squares chewy brownies (about ½-inch thick) 1 cup coffee ice cream 3…
That old rugged cross
“On a hill far away, stood an old rugged Cross” Things that you cling to over time through memory and sensation are amazing. For instance,…
Pet of the day 4/14/17
Tricksy is a young female pup that is new to the rescue center. Out best guess on breed is a Pit Bull Terrier mix. For…
Happy Easter… a little reminder about bunnies
Happy Easter from All About Animals. We’d just like to take a moment to remind folks that live bunnies, chicks and ducklings don’t make the…
Baked muffin frittatas with asparagus and mushrooms
Servings: 12 Start to finish: 40 minutes 10 eggs ¼ cup cream ½ teaspoon sea salt Pinch of nutmeg Butter or olive oil to coat…
Clever alternatives to traditional dyed Easter eggs
Easter is a time when Christian families gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Religious customs abound on Easter, but a number of secular…
Pet of the day 4/13/17
Name: Cadbury Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Cadbury can be found at Venango…
Orange and cucumber salad with shrimp
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 2 1 medium naval or cara cara orange (or grapefruit), peeled, sliced, membrane and seeds removed 1 medium blood…
Cranberry uses music to motivate
“You’re working out what?” asked Cranberry Phys ed teacher Ernest Keller. “HEART!” yelled back the gym full of fourth graders. “Our heart muscle, EXACTLY!” he…
Pet of the day 4/12/17
Name: Chewy Breed: Dachshund & Chihuahua Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Tan/ Blond House-trained: Yes Chewy can be found at Precious…
Salmon with polenta and warm tomato vinaigrette
Serves 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 2 1/2 cups whole milk 1 cup cornmeal or polenta Kosher salt and…
Pet of the day 4/11/17
Bella is a sweet and loving little girl. She is current on vaccines and tested negative for feline leukemia and negative for fiv. We think…
Trip to Phipps
A trip to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh during its Spring Flower Show provided a brilliant preview to the season when much of…
Roasted Asparagus Toasts With Poached Fried Eggs and Cheating Bernaise
Start to finish: 1½ hours Servings: 4 For the asparagus: 16 thick asparagus, trimmed and peeled 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and black…
Pet of the day 4/10/17
Name: Lilly Breed: Mixed Breed Age: 6 years Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Brindle Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Lilly can be found at Venango County…
Chimichurri-stuffed flank steak
Start to finish: 2 hours 40 minutes (Active time: 40 minutes) Servings: 8 servings One 3-pound flank steak 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided use 1…
VFW testifies and supports programs, legislation
Important Date in April The Air Force Reserve will celebrate 69 years on April 14. Since the formal establishment in April 14, 1948, the Reserve…
Cuddly companions
Tri-County Animal Rescue in Shippenville has some fine friends available for adoption. Clarion PAWS in Shippenville has some cats looking for a home or rather…
Pet of the day 4/7/17
Name: Yo-Yo Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Yo-Yo can be found at…
Barbecued Shrimp
Serves 4 to 6 Garlic Barbecue Sauce 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1 teaspoon chopped garlic 1 cup mild barbecue sauce 2 tablespoons Virgil’s Dry…
All lives matter
Today, I was in Franklin photographing an assignment in front of the courthouse. It was raining and I was getting soaked. I don’t notice this…
Post-winter garden prep
Lawns and gardens can bear the brunt of winter weather and are often in need of tender loving care by the time spring arrives. Preparing…
Pet of the day 4/6/17
Biscuit is a 15 year old Dachshund who ended up at our shelter when the person he had lived with for his entire life passed…
White bean and garlic soup
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 6 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 small chopped onion, about 1 cup 1 stalk celery, chopped, about 1/3 cup…
I was bearly working this assignment
“Are you coming in now? There is a bear stuck in a tree on Bissell and Cooper in Oil City.” I received this text at…
Every 98 seconds
According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), someone is sexually assaulted on average every 98 seconds. And every eight minutes the victim…
Pet of the day 4/4/17
Name: Dani Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Dani can…
Best buds
The warming temperatures have brought out some of spring’s “best buds” over the past week. Lilacs have started putting forth leaves and the…
Burrata and prosciutto pizza
Start to finish: 25 minutes Serves 2 1 tablespoon cornmeal 9 ounces pizza dough, at room temperature Olive oil as needed 8 ounces burrata 4…
Pet of the day 4/3/17
Name: Clyde Age: 1 year Color: Chestnut Weight: 30-35 lbs To meet Clyde contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center on Facebook, call 814-918-2032, or email: contactus@Tricounty-arc.org.
Grilled Chicken Ciabatta with Romesco and Baby Greens
Serves 4 2 loaves ciabatta or 4 ciabattini (ciabatta rolls), sliced in half lengthwise Olive oil, for brushing Fine kosher or sea salt and freshly…
Honoring families of those who served
Many important dates in the month of April Gold Star Wives Day – April 5, 2017, is a day that is dedicated to widows/widowers whose…
Pet of the day 3/31/17
Name: Flygirl Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Flygirl can…
Springing into things
As Tri-County Animal Rescue in Shippenville preps for its Hoppy Easter event, it’s giving some seniors a second shot at a good life. Safehaven Small…
Roasted carrot hummus
Servings: 16 appetizer-sized portions Start to finish: 50 minutes 1/2 cup well-roasted carrots, cut into small pieces (about 6 small carrots) Juice of 2 lemons,…
Pet of the day 3/30/17
Name: Oreo Breed: German Shepherd/ Collie Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Oreo can be found at…
Boost energy at the office
Maintaining energy throughout the workday can sometimes be difficult. For busy professionals, compromised energy levels can be especially problematic, causing workers to fall behind and…
Dijon and sherry chicken tenders
Start to finish: 35 minutes, plus marinating time Servings: 4 1/4 cup Dijon mustard 1/4 cup dry sherry (or other fortified wine, such as Marsala…
Dancing for Josie and a better future
I met a young man today who just got out of jail after 11 months. He was matter of fact about it. He said he…
Pet of the day 3/29/17
Name: Beanie Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Beanie…
Chocolate-banana panna cotta dessert
Start to finish: 8 hours (Active time: 1 hour) Servings: 12 Pecan Butter (recipe below) Chocolate-Banana Panna Cotta (recipe below) Roasted Pecan and Chocolate Shards…
Pet of the day 3/28/17
Name: Daisy Breed: Jack Russell Terrier Age: 4 years Gender: Female Size: Small House-trained: Yes Daisy can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Has spring sprung?
Is it truly ever spring? It seems like as soon as the last snowflake melts, the summer heat gets switched on. The calendar marked…
Chicken thighs with onions and green olives
Serves 4 to 6 Start to finish: 1 hour 40 minutes 3 pounds chicken thighs (about 6 to 8) 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon…
Pet of the day 3/27/17
Name: Crackles Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Crackles…
Sauteed Pork Medallions with Grape Sauce
Start to finish: 40 minutes (20 active) Servings: 4 1 pork tenderloin (about 1-1¼ pounds) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and black pepper…