http://clm.postach.io/feed.xml 2018-03-23T01:04:02.238000Z Werkzeug https://clm.postach.io/post/the-moczarski-s 2018-03-23T01:04:02.238000Z 2018-03-19T18:42:09Z Curt Moczarski <div>Life has been a complete blur lately ... so much going on over the last several months ...<br clear="none"/></div> <div><br clear="none"/></div> <div><span style="color: #3366ff; font-family: verdana,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 24px;">Planes, Trains and Automobiles ...</span><br clear="none"/></div> <div><br clear="none"/></div> <div>Well we really haven't had anything with planes and trains, but automobiles is another story. Anna turned 17 last Friday and now has a full fledged drivers license (People's Republic of NY restricts drivers under 17, but that's a different blog). Anna has a 2014 Chevy Cruise that she is very proud of. She is a good driver and although it is a mixed blessing, it is very nice to have half the running around done by someone else now! Although at 2:30 in the morning and she's still not home from the cast party, that is a different blog as well ...<br clear="none"/></div> <div><br clear="none"/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/dbd41533-02c1-48d1-a325-3d15f79ffb3e/f64be2ee-7535-4fb5-90f6-a2d5848e9379.jpg" /></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/pizza 2016-09-17T14:42:29.257000Z 2016-09-06T16:43:41Z Curt Moczarski <div>So what's better than homemade Pizza? .... well nothing if you ask my kids <span style="-evernote-sentoj-emoticon:true">😃</span></div> <div><br /></div> <div>My brother-in-law Eric set us up with several bags of goodies including pepperoni, sausage and cheese. So it was off to Wegmans for a couple of Boboli shells and the make your own pizza night began in earnest.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>My son's creation ... Pepperoni, sausage, bacon and banana peppers ...Yum!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/86597491-fbcb-4b70-bb2f-c408fc16e6ae/779813e4-6bcf-4da3-9e9b-32e9f1b282f0.jpg" height="3264" width="2448"/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div> <div>My daughter went the more traditional route with just pepperoni and cheese ... also very Yum!</div> <div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/86597491-fbcb-4b70-bb2f-c408fc16e6ae/0b529dd4-de2a-4701-bb03-3f515a8a38dd.jpg" height="3264" width="2448"/></div> <div><br /></div> <div>I went on to create a BBQ and pepperoni pie ... something that used to be a nice treat while in college. It brought back memories and was also very good.</div> <div><br /></div> <div>What will we come up with next? Can't wait to find out.</div> <div><br /></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/a-weekend-with-friends 2015-09-01T10:37:14.017000Z 2015-08-30T12:49:23Z Curt Moczarski <div> It started Friday night when I was invited over to the Brake&apos;s for dinner. Dan&apos;s brother was in town and was cooking. Dennis is an accomplished chef and dinner turned out to be a seafood pasta that was out of this world! I mean it was a work of art - just look at the photo </div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/19ab1bdb-0961-4593-8b10-7f9932414314/c932c1af-b987-4061-a3e3-c261a9d2cc8d.jpg" height="3264" style="cursor: default;" width="2448"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>Following this incredible meal, we sat outside around the fire to solve world problems. A perfect ending to a long week.</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Saturday, the fun continued as we piled into the car to go to the Bills vs Steelers preseason football game. First stop ... The parking lot for a tailgate party. Jenn made a fantastic buffalo chicken dip and brought sliced cheese and meats. We brought chili and brats. Accompanied with some adult beverages and we were primed for the game. </div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/19ab1bdb-0961-4593-8b10-7f9932414314/680ccc66-8122-48d5-b98d-10451d4318fc.jpg" height="2448" style="cursor: default;" width="3264"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>Good thing as it seems the Steelers forgot to bring their defense. We lost 19-43 ... Wow, good thing it is only pre-season!</div> <div><br/></div> <div>We had a lot of fun and the Bills fans were pretty cool about it (for the most part). </div> https://clm.postach.io/post/mole-pork-chops-with-brussel-sprouts 2015-08-04T14:14:33.814000Z 2015-08-04T14:08:43Z Curt Moczarski <div> Bone in pork chops with Mole spice from VonBrake and grilled to perfection, paired with a new recipe I found for brussel sprouts, apple sauce and homemade pickles (cucumbers from the garden). This was shared with a good friend and followed up with a cigar by the pool. </div> <div><br/></div> <div>Good food - good friend - and a good smoke ... a pretty close to perfect night!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/22393e18-eb52-4f9e-b460-66c9e7d4a59e/d10a6795-f37a-4e10-b693-2327aa0d44e4.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/good-and-bad-of-today 2015-05-31T16:26:35.919000Z 2015-05-31T16:18:38Z Curt Moczarski <div>Today is a mixed bag of emotions for the Moczarski family. May 31st is my brother's birthday. We all still miss him terribly- my parents most of all. So we still think of all our good memories and continue to miss him. </div> <div><br/></div> <div>On the other hand - Alex is having his piano recital today. For the first time he is really playing a challenging piece- Rainbow Prelude. He says he isn't nervous, but I sure am for him. It is a beautiful piece and I'll be taping it for sure! Here's a shot of him practicing before the recital. </div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/fdfee114-f14d-46c9-ba62-ac30ba72ae6f/f564b495-667d-45f1-be3d-3c182ebd28a8.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>Yesterday - Alex was invited to the Mendon Carnival by three girls. He acted like it was no big deal, but he certainly had fun!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/fdfee114-f14d-46c9-ba62-ac30ba72ae6f/1f35e799-b581-44dc-86f7-e144810168bb.jpg" width="960" height="1280"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/proud-parents 2015-05-24T15:45:10.346000Z 2015-05-24T15:43:57Z Curt Moczarski <div>Anna was confirmed this morning in church. We are very proud of her!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/365189df-3b64-44e8-a6e1-077f5937ee05/625493dd-be92-44e6-b021-e00a8f0ae89a.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/open-for-business 2015-05-10T12:58:31.530000Z 2015-05-10T12:56:07Z Curt Moczarski <div>The pool is open and sitting between 85-87 degrees ... Come on over and let's go swimming and enjoy some adult beverages while we're at it! 😎</div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/c98651a1-776c-4ded-b3eb-8e5fdc939416/5fc4abd7-ef90-434e-9616-66f614072aff.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/team-sports-day 2015-03-20T17:48:49.048000Z 2015-03-20T17:45:52Z Curt Moczarski <div> Alex is all decked out in Steelers garb for Team Sports Day at JP Middle School today. Looking good Alex! </div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/><div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/f5c42e2e-b0f2-4442-b82c-b90f4d3ae5e6/2ee4daef-b3ba-48b2-8637-02e4ff8bdf64.png" height="1280" style="cursor: default;cursor: default;" width="960"/></div></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/thanksgiving-day 2015-03-05T10:54:54.048000Z 2014-11-27T19:13:33Z Curt Moczarski <div>Food, family and friends ... What an awesome holiday. </div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_c754c9d2aafe5b019fb030121376e42b.jpg" width="3264" height="2448"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_1862f8c3298ec9ab16b44ac6e869e325.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/fish-fry 2015-03-05T10:54:54.253000Z 2014-11-09T03:12:16Z Curt Moczarski <div>Tonight we pulled out the last of the frozen perch from Uncle Tom and had ourselves a huge fish fry! Thank you Uncle Tom!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_5ecc68dd5acabe459f849ffd588d5f6d.jpg" width="3264" height="2448"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_93bead64b7c37fda0d43f367045661e5.jpg" width="3264" height="2448"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/haunted-halloween 2015-03-05T10:54:54.483000Z 2014-11-01T17:34:31Z Curt Moczarski <div>The hallway</div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div style="text-align: center; "><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_2ee22754af0c740a3bc4997e9d15b65a.png" width="1200" height="1200"/></div> <div style="text-align: center; "><br/></div> <div style="text-align: center; "><a href="http://evernote.com/postitbrand?source=notelogo"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_c49fc86a242d8433f1d383c2ea76c423.png" style="margin-top: 10px;" width="48" height="27"/></a></div> <div style="text-align: left;">The cafe</div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_823e4fbd22984f0edfbb231824f0ca46.png" width="1200" height="1200"/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://evernote.com/postitbrand?source=notelogo"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_c49fc86a242d8433f1d383c2ea76c423.png" style="margin-top: 10px;" width="48" height="27"/></a></div> <div style="text-align: left;">The lab</div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_960c5c51d5ccaca5213b8017aca6b750.png" width="1200" height="1200"/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://evernote.com/postitbrand?source=notelogo"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_c49fc86a242d8433f1d383c2ea76c423.png" style="margin-top: 10px;" width="48" height="27"/></a></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;">The operating room</div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_b5cb8068f494f0dc60f701bfb19cd4d1.png" width="1200" height="1200"/></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://evernote.com/postitbrand?source=notelogo"><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_c49fc86a242d8433f1d383c2ea76c423.png" style="margin-top: 10px;" width="48" height="27"/></a></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><br/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/pumpkin-carving-time-2 2015-03-20T18:34:06.579000Z 2014-10-30T01:11:47Z Curt Moczarski <div> 🎃👻 </div> <div><br/></div> <div>It's that time of year again! The kids were out tonight carving their pumpkins. </div> <div><br/></div> <div>Anna carved a 5 seconds of Summer ( of course she did - what else could she have carved)</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Alex attempted to carve a Doctor Who call box, but quit 3/4 of the way through. No worries though he just turned the pumpkin around and carved a Jack Skellington!</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Here's a shot of the kids "gutting" their pumpkins … </div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/9879769e-e8e2-47b3-8d56-9e5e2cd6071c/e88ca1f5-eeff-40b8-98f2-69c305adafe1.jpg" style="height: auto;" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>And here is the final product ...</div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/9879769e-e8e2-47b3-8d56-9e5e2cd6071c/a8f8e815-56bd-427a-bd5a-9b9ea77f4f60.jpg" style="height: auto;" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>Now time for the seeds!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/9879769e-e8e2-47b3-8d56-9e5e2cd6071c/cae8a420-338c-40ef-8577-9d6e46d7f240.jpg" style="height: auto;" width="3264" height="2448"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>The finished products:</div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/17f37f80-6b33-4abe-a3f4-847a14c5ae59/9879769e-e8e2-47b3-8d56-9e5e2cd6071c/7598eecb-a5ed-4a06-b979-f076a11b74df.jpg" width="3264" height="2448"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/football-with-friends 2015-03-05T10:54:55.011000Z 2014-10-25T15:33:12Z Curt Moczarski <div>This last Saturday we finally made it out to one of Trevor’s games. AQ was playing Fairport at Martha Brown - the day was beautiful, the field … not so much. We all wondered why on earth the game wasn’t playing on the new Fairport High School field and if not there over at Minerva Deland, where there was at least a scoreboard!</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Being from Fairport, we were in a tight spot as we were there to root for Trevor on the AQ side. In addition there’s always my hang-up with rooting for anything associated with the Fighting Irish - even the little ones :) So we overcame that, put on our most non-commital clothes and hung out with the Brakes. Sadly for Trevor, the team did not do well - although he had several great “hits" - one even laying the QB flat. </div> <div><br/></div> <div>So although the score wasn’t in favor for AQ, it was a great time hanging out with friends and watching the game.</div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_656f0d8ccaf0efb9b704fc31ed44e3c3.jpg" width="960" height="1280" style="height: auto;"/> <br/></div> <div><br/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/bathroom-etiquette-between-siblings 2015-03-05T10:54:55.334000Z 2014-10-23T19:41:46Z Curt Moczarski <div>I found this note in the kid’s bathroom today. I had a good laugh over it, but this is serious business here! Kathy and I just scratch our heads over stuff like this. What is going through Anna’s mind while she is “borrowing" Alex’s towel? It isn’t like there aren’t clean towels in that closet right next to the note!</div> <div><br/></div> <div>I won’t even start to bring up the bedrooms - a constant source of friction and an ongoing battle!</div> <div><br/></div> <img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_ba0243d95bf44d1e2bb87e4cdd132f6f.jpg" width="2448" height="3264" style="height: auto;"/> https://clm.postach.io/post/meatball-stroganoff 2015-03-05T10:54:55.652000Z 2014-10-22T20:44:23Z Curt Moczarski <div>In an effort to eat better I'm trying new dishes that cut down in fat and calories, but will still appeal to the family. This dish here is a first step - defiantly not a diet dish but using fat free cream cheese and turkey burger ... It is a step in the right direction. Hey Rome wasn't conquered in a night! </div> <div><br/></div> <div>Here's what it looks like going into to oven. </div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_a049d07f89422e4501ff6305912a23c2.jpg" width="3264" height="2448"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>Here's the finished dish </div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_8ff6648594234f4d26813617415c2ac9.jpg" width="3264" height="2448"/></div> <div><br/></div> <div>The verdict ... Overwhelming heard "I don't like the consistency of the meatballs" </div> <div><br/></div> <div>I will admit that they were a bit overdone, but I think they're complaint had to do with it being turkey instead of beef. Oh well - add it to the we tried column. </div> https://clm.postach.io/post/the-basement 2016-09-06T16:38:08.751000Z 2014-10-21T17:46:31Z Curt Moczarski <div>Today was the first “trash" day at the Zicari house. This is the first pass at cleaning out the basement. When I first went down there, there wasn’t even walking room. Now there are visible bare floors even! There was enough molding down there that we could have opened up a molding store! Also a plethora of tables (purchased and homemade), lamps and flag poles.</div> <div><br/></div> <div>The fellow you see stepping into the picture is part of the 2nd pickup crew that stopped by. I’m guessing that by the time that the trash man actually comes tomorrow morning, most of this pile won’t be here. It is truly amazing how fast they find you and what they actually take.</div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_175c9dbd5f90880384ed0a75cd9755cb.jpg" width="2448" height="3264" style="height: auto;"/> https://clm.postach.io/post/halloween-2014 2015-03-05T10:54:56.646000Z 2014-10-19T20:29:58Z Curt Moczarski <div>Following my annual tradition of building a new Halloween prop, this year it's a Monster in a Box. Hooked up to a sensor and a red flood light, the box will "go off" shaking a thumping when someone walks by. Beware the little kiddies as they'll be screaming in fear as they run past </div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_415a8cabaede030be56c7f88d62cef78.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/fairport-vs-irondequoit 2015-03-05T10:54:57.004000Z 2014-10-19T15:04:30Z Curt Moczarski <div>Freaking cold go Fairport! It was windy and cold - a perfect day for a football game, not so much for a camera man! We ended up losing and one of the worst parts was this annoying "mom" from the other team. Even when it was clear we didn't have a chance - she was still screaming "whose house is it?" And "push em back boys". I just wanted to chuck something at her to get her to shut up! Oh well ... </div> <div><br/></div> <div>So even though we lost, we still get to play more. There is another tournament for the losing bracket so we get to play the loser of the Hamlin vs Ogden game. <br/> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div style="text-align: center; "><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_ad9a167ff1da333189aabe242601ebb0.png" width="1200" height="1200"/></div> </div> https://clm.postach.io/post/autumn-pumpkin-chili 2015-03-05T10:54:57.185000Z 2014-10-18T15:49:10Z Curt Moczarski Found a new recipe that sounded good - Autumn Pumpkin Chili. I thought it turned out great … once again however I was in the minority! Some of the feedback I received was: <div> <ul> <li>“Can you make this when I’m going out with friends?"</li> <li>“Can you make this when I’m not home?"</li> <li>“Can I be done?"</li> </ul> <div>Needless to say - I took the leftovers to my parents. They always appreciate the new recipes I try :) Regardless what my family says, I think this is a great recipe that breaks away from the norm. It is also a healthy meal - which I’m trying to lean towards now. If you’re interested, I’ve included the recipe below.</div> </div> <div><br/></div> <div><span><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_39369510d22e81c67d6eb217edd600fd.jpg" style="height: auto;"/></span><br/></div> <div><span><br/></span></div> <div>Autumn Pumpkin Chili <div><br/></div> <div>Recipe By: <a href="http://TasteOfHome.com">TasteOfHome.com</a></div> <div><br/></div> <div>Ingredients:</div> <div><br/></div> <div>1 medium onion, chopped</div> <div>1 small green pepper, chopped</div> <div>1 small sweet yellow pepper, chopped</div> <div>1 tablespoon canola oil</div> <div>1 garlic clove, minced</div> <div>1 lb. ground turkey</div> <div>1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin</div> <div>1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained</div> <div>4-1/2 tablespoons chili powder</div> <div>1/4 teaspoon pepper</div> <div>1/2 tablespoon garlic salt</div> <div>Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and sliced green onions</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Directions:</div> <div><br/></div> <div>1. Saute the onion and green and yellow peppers in oil in a large skillet until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Crumble turkey into skillet. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.</div> <div><br/></div> <div>2. Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the pumpkin, tomatoes, chili powder, pepper and salt. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours. Serve with toppings of your choice. Yield: 4 servings.</div> <div><br/></div> </div> https://clm.postach.io/post/free-rpo-concert 2015-03-05T10:54:57.586000Z 2014-10-17T23:18:00Z Curt Moczarski <div>We are at Fairport High School for the free RPO concert. This is part of the Around the Town series and this concert is Musical Storytelling: From Star Wars to Scheherazade. Looking forward to a great show!<img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_585d6b6444db4629e475fc58d7232c6f.jpg" width="3264" height="2448"/> </div> <div><br/></div> <div>Of course we have to get ice cream afterwards!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_b41adfae34f036e53876f5254571d3b8.jpg" width="1798" height="2398"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/thai-basil 2015-03-05T10:54:59.965000Z 2014-10-15T16:51:06Z Curt Moczarski <div>The secret to cashew chicken ... Fresh Thai Basil. I started growing this summer, but it wasn't until I brought them inside that they really took off!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_3eb957f84c7bb257f77e01d65487ad46.jpg" width="2398" height="1798"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/pumpkin-hunting 2015-03-05T10:55:00.827000Z 2014-10-13T17:01:58Z Curt Moczarski <div>It was overcast and sprinkling a little, but that didn't stop us from finding the right pumpkins! </div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_a76c929e2ee58c8e17fdff2de05d137d.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_1ba8e60633910a2204cde421b35fb6de.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_b3e18e30b54b3bf68f62b326b3b6f702.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_528d66699242b7cca80730c7bc249cbd.jpg" width="2448" height="3264"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/cashew-chicken 2015-03-05T10:55:00.995000Z 2014-10-10T17:34:04Z Curt Moczarski <div>One of my favorite dishes! It took me forever to learn how to make this simple dish and I usually make a large batch like this that will last me a weeks worth of lunches! Believe it or not - nobody else in my family likes this dish. Although Alex claims to like it, he usually picks out a few pieces of chicken and calls it a plate - at least it’s a start! The other two won’t even try.</div> <div><br/></div> <img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_061aa0996a5ed9c38196486dc64911b2.jpg" width="1798" height="2398" style="height: auto;"/> https://clm.postach.io/post/pool-closed 2015-03-05T10:55:02.719000Z 2014-10-10T15:06:48Z Curt Moczarski <div>The pool is closed for the winter ... How Depressing!</div> <div><br/></div> <div><br/></div> <div><img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_b00883b20bcb2b9fd2d69c5cbefcdfb1.jpg" width="1798" height="2398"/></div> https://clm.postach.io/post/annas-meatloaf 2015-03-05T10:55:02.912000Z 2014-10-09T19:13:23Z Curt Moczarski <div> <img src="https://cdn-images.postach.io/w600_5772f906dfa5b74c9666abdb7ee20ba5.jpg" width="2448" height="3264" style="height: auto;"/> </div> <div>Anna's first meatloaf. It turned out yummy and there were no leftovers ... A good sign!</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Here’s the recipe:</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Italian Meat Loaf <div><br/></div> <div>Recipe By: Curt Moczarski</div> <div>Serving Size: 6</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Ingredients:</div> <div><br/></div> <div>1 cup water, boiling</div> <div>1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, (packed w/o oil)</div> <div>1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs</div> <div>3/4 cup onion, finely chopped</div> <div>3/4 cup fresh basil, chopped</div> <div>1/2 cup provolone, shredded</div> <div>2 eggs</div> <div>2 cloves garlic</div> <div>1 pound hamburger (Wegman’s sells a meatloaf mix that works really well)</div> <div>1/2 cup ketchup</div> <div>1/3 cup ketchup</div> <div><br/></div> <div>Directions:</div> <div><br/></div> <div>1. Combine boiling water and tomatoes in a bowl, let stand 30 minutes or until soft. Drain tomatoes, finely chop.</div> <div><br/></div> <div>2. Preheat over to 350.</div> <div><br/></div> <div>3. Combine 1/2 cup ketchup, breadcrumbs, and the next 6 ingredients (breadcrumbs through beef) in a large bowl. Add tomatoes to meat mixture. Shape meat mixture into a 9 x 5 loaf on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Spread 1/3 cup ketchup over meat loaf.</div> <div><br/></div> <div>4. Bake at 350 for 1 hour or until a thermometer registers 160. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Cut into 12 slices.</div> <div><br/></div> </div>