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SIX The Heppner Gsiette-Times, Heppner, Oregon, Thursday, ti Cow Belle Corner By MARLENE CVRRIN Publicity Chairman Morrow Co. f ow Bellrs Less tender cuts of beef can be cooked successfully in the microwave when proper con sideration is given to the time and preparation of the beef. A low power setting for slower cooking will develop tenderness and flavor. Due to the slower cooking process, the addition of sauces and other liquid flavorings will enhance the flavor and tenderness of the meat. For additional flavor and tenderizing, marinate less tender beef to prior to cooking. Or. use a commercial tende rizer. If you wish to add vegeta bles to a pot roast or stew, they should be partially cooked in advance. Add them towards the end of the cooking time and they will absorb the flavors of the beef. Cuts such as round steak, flank steak and blade steak can be sliced diagonally across the grain into thin strips for use in microwave recipes such as stir-frys, stro ganoff and kabobs. One recommended method of cooking less tender cuts is to begin the cooking time on high and then reduce it to a lower setting for the greater part of the cooking time. If you are fortunate enough to have a microwave, be aware of the accessories and what and how they may aid you in cooking correctly. A variety of accessories are available in particular, the Drowning dish, meat thermo meter, roasting rack and simmer pot will make cooking beef easier and more fun. Rely on accessory instructions for best cooking results. A browning dish is used to sear or broil beef. It is most effective with cuts such as steaks and ground beef. The dish is reheated empty in a microwave: the meat is browned by contact with the intense surface heat of the dish. A meat thermometer, especially designed for use in the microwave, registers in ternal temperature of beet to insure proper cooking. Use of a rack is generally recommended for cooking beef roasts. The rack fits in a roasting dish and allows meat juices to accumulate in the bottom. A simmer pot is similar to a slow cooker. The clay pot and lid are soaked in water prior to cooking. The additional moi sture stored in the pot is transferred to the meat and juices during a prolonged cooking time. Here are two more beef recipes for microwave oven cooking: Spaghetti in a pie 8 ounces spaghetti 2 tablespoons butter One-third cup grated Parme san cheese 2 eggs, well beaten 1 pound ground beef i cup onion, chopped 1 can or jar (15 i oz.) spaghetti sauce 1 cup cottage cheese I cup shredded mozzarella cheese Cook spaghetti according to package directions on top of range: drain. Stir butter. Par mesan cheese and eggs into hot spaghetti. Form spaghetti into a "crust" in a 10-inch glass or ceramic pie plate. Cook in microwave on high 2 Hughes to teach aerobic class An aerobic dance and muscle toning class taught by Joyce Hughes will begin July II and will be held each Monday, Wednesday and Fri day beginnning at 6:30 p.m. at the Heppner High School track, weather permitting. Those taking the class may want to bring a towel, she said. For more information, con tact Hughes at 676-5480. C) Steak Si Swiss July 7. 1W3 to 3 minutes, or until center of spaghetti crust is firm, or set. In a 1 quart glass measuring cup crumble ground beef and add onion. Cook, covered, S minutes, stirring once to break up meat; drain. Stir In spaghetti sauce. Cook, cov ered until sauce is bubbly, 3 to 34 minutes, stirring once. Spread cottage cheese over bottom of spaghetti crust. Fill pie with tomato mixture. Cook, covered, on high until heated. 6 to 7 minutes. Top with mozzarella cheese. Cook 1 minute or until cheese is melted. Let stand 8 to 10 minutes before serving. Cut into wedges. Hawaiian Shish Kabobs I'a pounds beef loin top loin steak (or other tender cut) s cup orange juice i cup soya sauce 4 cup salad oil 4 cup sherry 1 teaspoon sugar Local students named to BMCC honor roll Several local students at Blue Mountain Community College were named on the college's spring term honor roll or dean's list. Following are the local stu dents' names who were placed on the honor roll and their home towns: Nancy Brownfield, Gordon Nfunck. and Ruth Sweeney -4 0. all of Heppner: Michael Conklin. Ralph Morter and Treve Peterson, ail of lone; and Chris Zita of Echo. Area students named to the dean's list were: Patricia Campbell. Lori Day. Cliff Dougherty, Lorrie Smith and Jeff Sumner, all of Heppner; Elizabeth Zita of Echo; and Susan Wright of Lexington. A total of 346 students earned a place either on the honor roll or dean's list based Grains of gold, platinum and gt m itonai art often mixed with certain short and river sands. Cheese Salad .... -.....MmiiiiiiiiiM M-iir"" I i ,,.,.- 1 clove garlic, crushed teaspoon ginger 1 can (8 M, oz.) pineapple chunks 15 to 20 whole mushrooms 1 Rreen pepper, cut in chunks Slice meat diagonally across grain into strips -inch wide. Or. cut meat into l' inch cubes. Combine orange juice, soya sauce, salad oil, sherry, sugar, ginger and gar lic. Place meat and sauce In heavy plastic bag; press air out and close top securely. Marinate in refrigerator 4 to 6 hours or overnight. Remove meat from marinade; reserve marinade. Thread meat on skewers alternately with pineapple chunks, mushrooms and green' pepper. Baste kabobs with marinade. Cook in microwave on high 3 to 4 minutes or until done, turning once. Baste with marinade after turning. Do not over cook. Makes 6 to 8 kabobs. on their grades during the spring term. Students receiv ing a 3.5 or better are recog nized by placement on the college honor roll ; those with a 3 0 to 3.5 earn a place on the dean's list. Students on either list must carry at least 12 graded credit hours. They may not have received an F in any class nor does a pass grade count in the 12 graded hours needed to be included on ei ther list. Electrolysis & Thermolysis Permanent Hair Removal Anna Schwarzin, Certified Electrologist 676-9248 Open Tues. - Wed. Or by appt. Sr. What's Your . Opinion? Question: "How do you feel about Eastern Oregon State Hospital becoming a medium security state prison?" "I don't like it. I don't want it so close to us," said Virginia Rosewall of Heppner. "I think it's a good idea. It would help bring down the cost of escorting our prisoners to other areas," said Zoe Watts of Heppner. "Fleas can be taught nearly can." KOW EUY4 GALLONS OFAfJY OHfKPIC PRODUCT; GIT 1 FEEL UmwnpmSim Onwcuf Flat runt fefewawstopruiect Tr strung wnwtr wood oeutitu acvhc uww nouse pnt 4 Lite up your life with the great taste of beef! When the weather gets hot, nothing satisfies like cool summer salads made with beef! Try Steak & Swiss Cheese Salad thin strips of lean marinated beef tossed with Swiss cheese and fresh garden vegetables. Its a taste tempting light lunch or dinner for under 350 calories! Write for more delicious beef recipes from our free brochure. Addi, City AU anything that a Congressman Mark Twain mptc Olympic i hmw Drrtojf UMirmtk Noviaweix tftcpOvercartcrxw (Gallons wlh Sn l fl n 2j LEXINGTON LUMBER Lexington. Ore. 989-8586 STEAK & SWISS CHEESE SALAD 2 cups cooked lean beef, julienned 2 1V4 cups Swiss cheese, julienned 3 medium tomatoes, chopped 3 green onions and tops, thinly sliced Combine all ingredients; toss to mix well. Refrigerate, covered; marinate at least 4 hours. Serve on bed of lettuce or in hollowed out roll. Makes 6 servings. LITE UP WITH FREE BEEF RECIPES! Send this coupon with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Oregon Beef Council 1000 N.E. Multnomah , , - Portland OR 97232 Name No rain hat ever been known HARVEST HOURS Starting Monday! July 1 1 Monday - Friday: 7a.m. to 6p.m. Saturday: 7a.m. to 5p.m. ON THE FARM TIRE SERVICE After Hour Contacts Darryl: 989-8567 Harlan: 989-8546 Morrow County vmn Grain Growers,""" Mdn Office W42J1 TOLL FREE 14100-452-7396 C3 m uuulMJL Olympic h oiwuptc mm mm MMffMtkrMn 0w eft pruwclnyi w'wwe you need P'.f labels not included) toM Cater SUM HnetrtM Id prated Hpiligtits rwtuf k.T CI tablespoons chopped parsley 1 medium onion, chopped fine 1 cup Italian salad dressing Optional: 5 sweet pickles thinly sliced or 1 medium dill pickle, chopped State Zip OREGON BEEF COUNCIL to fall in Al Karijah, Egypt. I'M oiy2.ptc 5T71INS fanrwnctt, meta feu- si
