Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Thoughts and a recipe worth making


Scott Schwab:
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I saw a good friend today in Costco and she had informed me that she and her husband are doing p90x. With that said she commented that she was on her way to go and get the protein powder that you would find in Costco. Costco has entered the distribution game and can keep the prices lower of the products they carry. They carry EAS brand products which are good, but not the best. I personally believe that the best product they carry is muscle milk. However unless you can take on the extra calories and fat, I would stay away from the stuff. When encouraging people to get protein and start supplementing we should have done so with a preface that all proteins are not created equal. Even the vitamins we take have advantages and disadvantages. The most sure thing I can tell you is to do your research. Research will always benefit those who do it. Another source is the website. The products we carry are those that haven proven results and benefits that can be tracked and monitored. If you have any questions, you do not need to take our word for it. Go to http://www.mixersnutrition.com/. That will give you information on any product that you would want to take. Our business partner on the supplement side has been in the supplement business for over 7 years and has great experience with not only the brands that will be the best for you, but the chemistry behind it, the nutritional values associated, and personalizing a routine. He is a personal trainer and has put on different boot camps and speed camps as well as consult with clients on different levels. If you do plan on taking something do the research and if you would like tell us and we can help with the research as well. That way you have differing opinions and facts to accompany your decision. Here is a great recipe for anyone looking to have a healthy meal with the family.

Turkey Sausage Calzones
(Makes two Large Calzones)
Ingredients for Dough: 1 Cup warm water, 1 packet active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 and a half cups all purpose flour, non stick cooking spray.

Ingredients for the filling: 2 teaspoons olive oil(divided), 1 pound hot Italian turkey sausage, casing removed and crumbled(and or other favorite meats), 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 cup tomato sauce(canned or jarred),6 ounces grated mozzarella(and or other favorite cheeses), 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese.

1. To make the dough, place warm water in a large bowl and sprinkle in yeast. Let stand 5 /min.
2. Add olive oil and salt. Add 2 cups of flour and mix until a manageable dough forms, adding remaining flour if necessary. using the dough hook attachment on your mixer(or your hands) Knead 2 min.( or 5 min. if by hand), until dough is smooth and elastic. Place dough in a large bowl that has been coated with a no-stick cooking spray and turn to coat all sides. Cover with a dish towel and let it rise in a warm place, free from draft, until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
3. Meanwhile, to make the filling, heat one teaspoon of the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the meat and saute until browned and cooked through, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Add oregano, basil, and pepper and mix well. Add tomato sauce and simmer 10 min. Remove from heat and set aside until ready to use.
4. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
5.Punch dough down with your fist and divide in half. Transfer each half to a lightly floured surface and roll into two 10 in. circles. Divide sausage filling in half and spoon onto the center of each circle. Spread mixture out, to within one inch of the edge. Divide mozzarella in half and arrange over sausage mixture. Lift one side of dough and fold over so that it meets the other side, forming a half moon. Pinch the edges together to seal. Than cut 3 small slits in the top.
6.Transfer calzones to a large baking sheet that has been coated with cooking spray. Brush the top of the calzones with remaining olive oil, and sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese.
7.Bake for 15 min. or until puffed up and golden. Let stand 5 min.

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