Perspectives from January 2017

Beth Russell: Glazed Meatloaf

January 30, 2017 / By Beth Russell, Volunteer Coordinator/Director at Christ Church

This meatloaf is a big hit at our Community Meals at Christ Church United Methodist in Glens Falls. Glazed Meatloaf Ingredients: 1/2 cup ketchup 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon dry mustard 2 pounds lean ground beef 3 slices bread, shredded 1/4 cup diced onion 1 egg, beaten  3 tablespoons lemon juice Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a small bowl, combine ketchup, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and dry mustard …more

Pastor Jack Laskowski: Haitian Pikliz

January 24, 2017 / By Pastor Jack Laskowski, Spencerport and Adams Basin UMC's

I attended two Volunteers-in-Mission trips to Haiti in 2004 and 2006. We worked in the little town of Hermitage, helping to build a church and a school. It was a beautiful village on the coast. The faithfulness and hospitality of the Haitian people was both humbling and inspiring. On the trips, I was introduced to Haitian Pikliz, which is a staple in just about every household. Since then, I …more

Mary Dalglish: Fillet a fish

January 18, 2017 / By Mary Dalglish / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

WARNING: If you are at all squeamish, you will see a fish getting filleted if you watch the video. Growing up on the coast of Maine has taught me a slightly unusual skill set when it comes to Seafood. It's quite normal to go straight to the source rather than the grocery store as you head further up the coast. It's easy to score some of the freshest …more