Sun God Rice Recipe

Well I am naming this recipe in today's big event: Sun God.

This recipe is the easiest that I have posted so far.

Ingredients/Tools:

Soup of your choosing

Rice/Cooker

Can Opener:

Bowl

Fork

So 1st cook your rice

Second use a can opener that punctures the can, you want to remove the lable on the can, and puncture a hole on one side and then on the other side (2 holes give it air to replace the soup so it is easier to pour out)

And Mix. I add pepper =]

It is super easy, but super good. I like to use Amy's Organic Tomato Bisque, it tastes almost exactly like Chef Boyardee Canned Goods.... You can use any soup, Split Pea, Potato and Squash Bisque are my recommendations.

Now a lot of people do not have a can opener that can puncture but you can get one at Goody's Place and Market.

I buy most of my soup at Foodworx, but Earl's and the Village Place and Market also have a good variety.

So since EVERYONE is going to Sun God please be safe. If you are enjoying some of the more, well, frowned upon by authority liquids, make sure to EAT, it will make any side affects better tomorrow (I promise).

Angela =]

CHOCOLATE!

Yummy Yummy Chocolate!!!

So the Chocolate Festival at Sixth College was today.

The had fountains of dip-able chocolate, a cake walk game, a pie game, a hershey kiss game, cookies and milk pong, cupcake chairs, a sundae eating contest, a photo booth and inflatable obstacle courses. Everything had some yummy chocolate involved.

It inspired me to have a new dorm room rice recipe:

Chocolate Rice Pudding

Ingredients: Milk (Any P&M), Rice (Trader Joe's), Chocolate Syrup (Foodworx), Cane Sugar (Earl's), Butter (Foodworx), and Instant Chocolate Pudding (Goody's).

Cook your rice in a rice cooker =]

Mix the instant pudding and 2 or so cups of milk, it won't mix well until you add the rice.

Once rice is finished mix in a little butter, estimate 1 tablespoon.

Add rice to pudding mix

Sprinkle in sugar as desired (the pudding isn't very sweet on it's own)

Once well mixed add Chocolate Syrup for extra chocolate-y taste =]

Chill or just eat

Angela =]

Dinner Out

So I don't often get away from the nearest restaurants here on campus, the two closest to me are Foodworx and Canyon Vista. But there are times when I feel that I really want to "go out and eat". Most people would assume I want to leave campus, this is not true. I find it quite like going out when I visit Cafe V. It takes either a decent walk or a bus ride to get to that side of campus, not to mention it is completely different than Foodworx. I love sushi and here I can get fresh sushi, there is a giant salad bar, soup/chili, a grill, a full scale meal, and pizza/pasta.

The food at Cafe V is a lot like going out for me. But I think this would be the same for you but at different locations. I suggest that you break your habits and get out, try a new place. For example if you mainly eat at Canyon Vista try Goody's, if your at Plaza try Cafe V, if your at OVT try Foodworx, I think you will find the experience rewarding.

Study Snacks

Hello all!

We hope this week is going smoothly for you... with finals coming up and all. I recommend a nice treat to make the day better and studying more pleasant (yes, it is possible). I suggest a nice snack and beverage to go along with it. My favorite snack is a vegan cookie made by Alternative Baking Company that can be purchased from markets like Earl's Place. I really enjoy Explosive Espresso Chip Cookie.. sounds amazing right? Look at a photo:

To down the cookie down, I suggest a delicious beverage called kombucha. G.T.'s Kombucha sold on campus is a living culture of beneficial microorganisms.. Check out Hilary's blog post "Kombucha!" for more information about this fabulous body fuel. Check out a photo of one of my favorite types of Kombucha:

Another fabulous beverage you can enjoy purchasing and consuming from market places on campus is fair trade tea!

When you buy Fair Trade, you participate in a social movement that empowers hard working people in developing countries who dedicate their lives to filling sweetening your tea, brewing your coffee, and keeping you caffeinated for your all nighters.

Dining Services is committed to supporting Fair Trade. Beginning in June 2009, all HDH dining locations started offering Fair Trade coffee, tea and sugar exclusively. There are also Fair Trade choices of ice cream and chocolate.

What does Fair Trade mean?

• Paying farmers a living wage for their harvest.
• Creating direct trade links to farmers and their cooperatives.
• Providing access to affordable credit, helping farmers stay out of debt to local middlemen.
• Promoting sustainable practices such as organic and shade-grown farming, that help protect the environment.
• Fair Trade coffee comes from farmers who have been certified and receive a minimum price for their harvest.

-http://hdh.ucsd.edu/diningservices/ftc.asp

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Best of wishes studying for finals. And please remember, snacking can be a very important part of your success in studying as it provides fuel for your body. When consumed properly, a proper snack and beverage can accommodate just the right energy you need!

Happy days,

Jessica

Soy milk has grown on me!

Has milk been a part of your diet for most of your life? Same here!

I drank milk for the longest time, and decided to try something different. Actually it was a combination of that reason, and that someone told me that at my age, milk doesn't necessarily benefit my health. : ) Since I knew I could get my calcium from other sources, I decided to give soy milk a chance.

I was hesitant at first because I expected that it wouldn't match the taste of ice cold milk. I was right! It doesn't. That's because it's made from soybeans.

It has its own unique flavor that's still smooth and refreshing. In my opinion, it has a lighter taste than milk, which I like.So I found a yummy replacement that also acts as a great source of protein.

I was just happy I didn't have to kick my late night cereal-for-dinner habit. :)

You can find the Silk brand of soy milk at Place and Markets in The Village, Roger's, and Goody's.

Perhaps you can try it as a substitute ingredient, while baking cookies, or just as a complement to oatmeal and cereal.Since the holidays are coming up, use soy milk in your favorite hot beverage, such as coffee or hot cocoa. Yum!

Let me know how your recipe turns out if you choose to use soy milk.

I use soy milk in moderation though because it's not the end-all perfect source of protein. I try to mix up my diet with different sources of nutrients from different foods.

If you're interested in the debate on whether soy is as beneficial a product as it's marketed to be, check out these links:

http://vegetarian.about.com/od/vegetarianvegan101/f/MilkSubstitutes.htm

The first one praises the benefits of soy, while the second link hosts a forum for discussion on soy as part of our diets.

http://caloriecount.about.com/soy-estrogen-men-ft36304

I would love to hear your feedback on these links, or any of your personal findings and opinions on the subject.Live well.

-Hilary : )

Morning Sunshine!

I am one of those people who completely support having a morning meal. But I find it difficult at times to balance a morning meal with getting ready, finishing my procrastinated studies and going to class at 8 am. I either have to eat breakfast out, make it at home, or take it with. So here are some of the things I have learned to do:

Eating out:

Foodworx: Breakfast Burrito: eggs, beans, hash browns, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, cheese (expect a line), or biscuits and gravy.

Canyon Vista: 75 cent eggs anyway you want them! Over-easy, Scrambled, Fried.

OVT: Bobcat and yogurt, for a small yogurt it is $1.95 and they have peach, blueberry, vanilla, strawberry, and you can add granola.

Eating in my room:

Cereal

The biggest selection of cereal is at Foodworx, and the healthiest selection is at Earls, but you can find cereal at Rogers, Goody's, and the Village.

Pop-tarts

The best selection is at Earls, but there are also pop-tarts at Rogers, Foodworx and Goody's.

Hot Pockets/Breakfast Burritos

The best selections are at the Village and Goody's, but they can also be purchased at Earl's Place, Roger's, and Foodworx.

On The Go:

Oatmeal and juice

OVT, Cafe V, Canyon Vista, Plaza, and Foodworx all have a juice machine and oatmeal. I often eat that on my way to class since I can get oatmeal and the juice with a lid. Not to mention you can add raisins, brown sugar or granola to the oatmeal!

COFFEE =D

This is a must.

If I don't make it in my room, I get it at Goody's because they open at 7am, which is 2 hours before any other place and market. They also have what is called a commuter's special which is coffee or milk, bagel or donut, and juice or fruit for $4. And when you are feeling really dangerous you can get a chocolate covered croissant. Yum.

Angela =]

Kombucha!

Alright guys, consider me your guinea pig for items sold at Place and Markets across campus. I am happy to report that my curiosities have led me to discover an incredibly unusual find...

One word: Kombucha!

Kombucha is a tea that is made by fermenting a culture of microorganisms...yum?

Well, if you've ever tried sparkling apple cider, and thought it could use a little more cider, then Kombucha is the tea for you! It has a taste and smell resembling vinegar, but there's also a tangy flavor that leaves your mouth watering for more!

G.T.'s Kombucha sold on campus is a living culture of beneficial microorganisms - some liken it to fermentation - where it is cultured for 30 days. This allows for essential nutrients to form; active enzymes and viable probiotics. It is a tunic to an ill stomach or a even a sickness, as it can strengthen your immune system. Kombucha can be found in every market place on campus. They are well-equipped with all your cultured drink needs.

Follow that urge to drink up because these unique teas are loaded with probiotics that aid:

• Digestion
• Metabolism
• Immune System
• Appetite control
• Weight Control
• Liver Function
• Body Alkalinity
• Anti-Aging
• Cell Intergrity
• Healthy Skin and Hair

So check out some of the varieties of these colorfully labeled teas next time you're cruising the aisles of your nearest Place and Market. The most variety can be found in Roger's Place and Goody's!

So far I've tried Trilogy, Mystic Mango, Raspberry Rush, and Gingerberry. Enticed yet?

Act on it : )

(Jessica suggests Mystic Mango because it is less acidic than others).

To check out more info on the philosophy of the company, or to get a head start on choosing the flavor you want to try first, check out:

http://www.synergydrinks.com/synergy.html

Please let me know what you thought of Kombucha!

Fuel your body for life!

~Hilary *Compost Queen*

Our New Home & Kitchen

So we've all begun our trek for fall, hard classes, lots of work and walking, long days, you know -the usual. Started off on fairly balanced feet, meeting the roomies, dances and information tossed at our feet... But amidst all these new and exciting things, I've come to realize this is my home (and kitchen) for this year. I am expected to eat, sleep, live and breathe in this place (certainly the breathing part eh?).

I happen to be in the sixth college resident halls (707), the first things I started to notice once reality came crashing in is:

1. No hot-plates are allowed... and there are no stove tops in the kitchenette... This threw me off a bit, no cooking for ourselves? I was a little disappointed. If apartments can have their own why can't each resident hall have one?

2. I am definitely happy with how suites promote community amongst fellow students, I think it will make a HUGE difference later in the year...

3. The water bottles are awesome! Free and Reusable, can't beat it!

There's got to be more but it’s gonna come bit by bit...

Don't forget to check out Goody's!!!

Angela