REPEAT WEDNESDAY AND GADGET DAY!

Beer Cheese and Crackers
Potato Salad with Hummus Yogurt Dressing
Crunchy Potato Dogs
Pork Loin Chops with Warm Tomato/Mushroom/Shallot Wine Sauce
Spicy Jalapeno Mango Mojito

Today’s gadget from E’s Kitchen in Lafayette, LA is the EMSA PERFECT BEAKER WITH A SEAL. The PERFECT BEAKER is designed for measuring both wet and dry ingredients with precise accuracy. Mix salad dressings, healthy drinks or flour mixtures for breads. The narrow base ensures accurate measurements even in small quantities. The scientifically calibrated measurement guide includes CUPS, FLUID OUNCES, PINTS, TEASPOONS, TABLESPOONS and MILLILITERS/CUBIC CENTIMETERS. A beveled rim makes pouring easy. Measure sauces, dressings for marinades completely in this single vessel. The lid fits snugly enough that you can snap it on and shake the beaker for easy mixing. It is top-rack dishwasher safe. It is not made for the microwave. It is made in Germany with a 3 year warranty against manufacturing defects. The beaker sells for $9.99. I think I would love this gadget. I really like that all measurements are in one place and marked for you. Sometimes my counter looks like a BASEMENT BARGAIN SALE going on with all my measuring devices spread about.

Oh yes, when you look at today’s menu, you should be able to see some of the old favorites that are served on FOURTH OF JULY. This menu gives you a new twist to some of those fantastic foods served on that holiday! I am not saying there is nothing wrong with the traditional HOT DOGS AND POTATO SALAD, but try to step out of your comfort zone and try something new! You might surprise yourself and your family.

Have a great day!