This Week's Recipe - YUM!

Hello Summer! Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler

Ingredients:

Fruit Mixture:

4-1/2 cups rhubarb
1-1/2 cups strawberries
1/2 cup white sugar
2 Tbsp. quick cooking tapioca
1 tsp. of grated orange peel

Cobbler crust:

2 Tbsp. white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour 
1-1/2 tsp. baking powder 
1/4 tsp. salt 
1/4 cup butter 
1/4 cup milk 
1 egg, lightly beaten

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cut the rhubarb stalks into 1-inch pieces. Trim away the outside stringy layer and remove the poisonous leaves. Trim the ends. Stem and slice the strawberries. In a bowl, mix the rhubarb and the strawberries with the sugar, tapioca, and orange zest. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to an hour. To create the crust, combine the sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt in another medium bowl. Cut the butter in with a fork or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk and egg until just moistened. Pour the fruit into a 2-quart casserole dish. Drop the batter on the fruit. Bake for 35 minutes until the cobbler crust is golden brown. Serves 6. Serve with whipped cream (optional).

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Located in the popular South Fort Myers Colony Lakes subdivision off Winkler Extension, this 4 bedroom, 3 Bathroom family home has access to the community Pool, play area, and a clubhouse featuring a game and meeting room and exercise area,  and is only minutes to beaches, shopping, and medical facilities. The well thought out floor plan includes a separate Guest/In-Law Suite with Bedroom, full Bath, and a cozy living room.

Immaculately maintained and loaded with upgrades, this home even has an extended 27’ deep garage with room for a trailered boat. The large screened Lanai overlooks a beautiful lake. You will love the Kitchen with its 42” Hickory cabinets, solid surface counter tops, and a Breakfast Bar which is open to the Family room. For those special occasions there are formal Living and Dining areas.

Offered at $258,500

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Price Reduced!

Price Reduced on this beautifully remodeled beach condo!

Expansive views of the Sanibel River and a peak of the Gulf. 2 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom condo with a garage and enclosed storage room. Beautifully remodeled - new kitchen, new baths, new electrical, new flooring! Call John today for a showing at 239-560-4960.

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Located just 3 homes from San Carlos Bay this home is on a wide and deep canal with a boat lift offering direct access to the Bay. 3 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms, soaring 2 story ceilings and a beautiful wrap around sunroom offering amazing views.

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Fireworks party details finalized

The Sanibel-Captiva Chamber of Commerce and the Dunes Golf & Tennis Club have finalized details for the 4^th of July Fireworks event that is free and open to the public.

The fireworks even party takes place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4 at the Dunes Golf & Tennis Club. The fireworks are expected to begin at dusk (around 8:25 p.m.). The fireworks show is being presented by the Zambelli brothers and is expected to be bigger and better than last year’s show.

The family fun event at the Dunes offers designated parking for $5 with fun activities for the whole family to ensure a memorable event.

Food and beverage tickets will be on sale (no coolers, please) and the menu includes a wide range of grilled food choices together with a full bar and entertainment for adults and children.

The party at the Dunes offers:

·         Hot off the grill hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken

·         Succulent pig roast & pulled pork sandwiches

·         Corn on the cob, potato salad, fresh cole slaw, side salads

·         Soft pretzels, cotton candy, ice cream, churros

·         A full bar with soda and water

·         Entertainment by DJ – New Beginnings Entertainment; sand dance floor; driving range & putting competitions; pool party; giant slide; balloon toss, hula hooping, art competition; and raffles.

Island Reporter (June 8, 2012)

This Week's Recipe - YUM!

Breakfast Poppers with Grits & Bacon

Ingredients:

8 slices thick-cut raw bacon, chopped
3 cups whole milk
3 Tbsp bacon fat
3/4 tsp kosher salt
3/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 cup instant grits
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2/3 cup green onion, chopped
3 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, well beaten
2 cups Panko bread crumbs

Directions:

Cook the bacon in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat until all the fat has rendered and the bacon is fully cooked. Strain the bacon in a colander reserving 3 Tbsp of fat; set bacon aside.

Combine the milk, bacon fat, salt, and black pepper in a medium-sized sauce pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, add the grits, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in the cooked bacon, cheddar cheese, green onion, and cream cheese. Place the mixture into a 9'' x 13'' pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until well chilled.

Once cool, preheat a deep fryer to 350°F. Place the bread crumbs into a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Pour the mixture into a bowl. Pour the beaten eggs into a second bowl. Then, place the flour into a third bowl. Remove the grit-mixture from the fridge. Measure out 2 Tbsp and roll the helping into a small ball. Repeat.

Toss the balls in flour, then in the eggs, followed by the bread crumbs. Fry, in small batches of 8 balls at a time, for 4 minutes. Serve immediately.

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Secluded and near the beach on the quiet, convenient East End of Sanibel. Stop by to view this beautiful 3 bedroom 3 bathroom well built and well maintained home that offers room for a pool! Kayak or canoe down the mangrove canal or walk or bike to the beach! See you this weekend!

Saturday June 17th 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday June 18th 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

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