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Spicy Braised Pork Ribs

돼지갈비 (Pork Ribs) Maeun Dwaeji Galbijjim (Spicy Pork Rib Braise) To follow up on our popular Dwejigalbi Doenjang Jjigae post – this post provides some additional details and variations to arrive at Tastytown Tender Delicious yet Healthy pork ribs quickly and easily. Deliverables: fall-off-the-bone tender, flavorful, spicy, juicy pork ribs made in one pot with 5 minutes of prep. The Jjigae post above was more focused on not only tender meat but a clean tasting Read more…

By T-Nice, ago

Snacktime: Spicy (HOT) Cheese

Spicy pepper infused cheese has been popping up in the supermarket. Tried Pepper Jack, its okay. Tried Ghost Pepper Jack, not great. BUT just tried Tillamook Spicy Colby Jack and it is tasty and it is SPICY! A semi-hard, American cheese made of Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses marbled together with chunks of red and green jalapeno peppers, chipotle peppers, and red scotch bonnet peppers! This one caught by eye and then my taste buds Read more…

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Estate Planning? Living Wills? Probate? Living Trusts?

Is it true that the average person cannot bear to earnestly think about their own death for more than two minutes? Donno. But what does seem to be true is the vast majority of us are not financially prepared for death. We can discuss the psychological and the spiritual perspectives in a different post. We can talk about life insurance and other investments in another post. This post is about determining what happens to all Read more…

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Dental Inflammation

Our bodies are covered and filled with germs. After decades of trying kill those germs, we have come to learn that (1) it’s just not practical to try and kill all the germs, and (2) we actually need many of those germs to survive. The microbiome is now attributed to proper digestive health, proper functioning of our immune system, brain health, and overall well-being. Of course there are “bad” germs, but even when “good” germs Read more…

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The Dude In Me

Korean Mostly Comedy, some Action, a little Drama, a splash of Romance…. Available on Amazon Prime, “The Dude In Me“ Korean Title: 내안의 그놈 Release Date: January 8, 2019 Watch on Amazon Made before the “be good” or “we are good people” era of media with a signal, depending on your state of mind (or socio-economic status), you might nit pic how politically incorrect/offensive this film is. But beneath the crass jokes, are some thoughtful Read more…

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NITRIC OXIDE

Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death. A fleeting gas that decreases as we age, directly effects our blood vessels. Nitric oxide helps blood vessels relax and widen. This improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure. Nitric oxide also affects the nervous system as a neurotransmitter, helps with pain management, and promotes the body’s “rest state.” Benefits Cardiovascular Health. Blood Pressure Sexual Health Neurological Disease Lung Health and Metabolism Regulates Inflammation and Improved Immune Read more…

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Pork Ribs Braised Korean Style Stew/Soup – Dwejigalbi Doenjang Jjigae

Got a rack of St. Louis Style pork ribs. The goal is get tender fall off the bone meat, and a rich stew/soup that can be saved/eaten/used. Total time: 2 hours. Ingredients: pork ribs, garlic, doengjang, and scallions (veggies: tofu, potatoes, onions, mushrooms, radish, cabbage, peppers). Braising Braising meat is easy. Cooking slow and low with simmering liquid. Braising breaks down connective tissues in meat which add amazing flavor and texture. Braising, the cooking of Read more…

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Apple Cider Vinegar Cocktails and Soy Garlic Vinegar Chicken (with rice) Dinner

For health and for deliciousness. Today have chicken, salad, and rice in the fridge. I don’t have diabetes but I don’t want to get it, so I try to reduce my carb intake. My Korean mom thinks we will die if we don’t eat rice. So I plan to prepare some Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) cocktails before dinner. While “there is no evidence” that ACV helps with weight loss, blood sugar and lipid levels, skin Read more…

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Golf Betting Games – WOLF

Wolf is a strategic betting game that can be played by 3 to 5 players. It is typically played in a foursome. No handicaps necessary. Opportunity to win (or lose) big for better players. Overview: Basic Game Structure – 2 v 2 Rotating Partners One each hole, one player is the WOLF. The Wolf tees off, then can choose a partner in the ensuing 2v2 hole. Scoring – Skins with Carryovers Wolf can be played Read more…

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Golf Product Review – BIRDIEBLAST Dual Turf Practice Mat

I use Amazon to create a Wishlist that friends and family can use to send me gifts I will actually use. I got this indoor practice mat today. Premium Dual-Turf Golf Hitting Mat, 10mm Foam Padding with Rubber Backing, Golf Practice Mat for Indoor and Outdoor Training Small but adequate for practicing driver, woods, hybrids, and irons. “Rough” nothing like real grass rough; but the “Fairway” turf is pretty good. Relatively cheap for a pretty Read more…

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