Charles’ Macaroni & Cheese (Cheddar, Parmesan and Goat)
This is a pretty straight forward recipe. I’ve been experimenting with different cheese combinations but this is my favorite so far. The difference is the Goat Cheese. It may sound kinda weird but it really works at deepening the flavor. I dare not post the calories and fat content on this one but it is seriously a great side dish. I tried this in individual ramekins and it worked perfectly for individual servings. Yes, my son was the guinea pig again and he absolutely loved it. I always make a large portion when I cook so I have meals later on. Feel free to cut this recipe in half.
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Servings: 6 – 8
Chicken & Avocado Tortilla Soup
I got this idea when eating at the Roaring Fork in Austin, TX. I really enjoyed the way the soup was served and the avocado really helped enrich the soup. This is definitely a meal in itself but can also be served as an appetizer. I like using a whole roasted chicken but you could also saute individual chicken breasts in its place. I just like the tenderness and flavor of a whole roasted chicken better.
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 90 Minutes (if you roast your own chicken)
Cook Time: 30 Minutes (if you purchase as roasted chicken)
Servings: 4
World’s Worst Resume?
If there was a contest for the “World’s Worst Resume,” this would be one of the finalists. I doubt you could find a better/worse submission. This is an actual resume submitted for employment at a local restaurant. The candidate was applying for a job as a waiter. I started itemizing all the issues but determined it would take more time to identify the problems than it took to author it in the first place. You can’t make this stuff up.
What’s the Significance?
I’ve seen hundreds of resumes during my career. This tops the list as the worst. Warning to future employers of this guy, “stay away!”
My impressions of the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe – Track Edition
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
A friend of mine offered me the chance to drive the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe last year. What she didn’t realize is how much of a gearhead I am and would love the chance to drive the Korean muscle car for the week. Of course I jumped at the chance and logged nearly 1,100 miles on it. Following is my impression of the vehicle and how it compares to my current daily driver; a 6-Speed, 400+ hp 2005 Pontiac GTO. Both vehicles are front engine, rear wheel drive coupes but take a completely different approach to applying the power to the road and getting the cars around in the twisties.
2005 Pontiac GTO
As I visited Hyundai’s North American headquarters in Fountain Valley, CA I was immediately taken by the sheer number of Hyundai’s in the parking lot. I’d say their employees definitely have brand loyalty. I was also excited to hear I had my choice of vehicles. I was hoping for a manual transmission. The only Track edition in stock was an automatic so that is what I got. I have no complaints.
Should we force our kids to do something they don’t want to?
As a child, my parents would ask me if I wanted to go somewhere or try something new. I don’t remember how I reacted and whether or not I said “yes” or “no.” What I do remember are the experiences I had once we got there.
At the time, we lived in Maryland just outside of DC. My parents had season tickets at the Kennedy Center for one of the concert series. My father wasn’t feeling well on one of the concert nights so my mother took me instead. I was probably about eleven or so and can’t remember if she even asked me. She dressed me in a navy jacket and a white clip on tie. We drove to venue, parked, and while walking into the theatre I remember distinctly what my mother told me. Se said, and I still laugh to this day about it, “Don’t clap until everyone else does.”
