Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party with Don Tomas Coffee

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Cindy Kerschner

Hi Everyone and welcome to this week’s linky party sponsored by Don Tomas Coffee.

Coffee may just be my all-time favorite drink. So when I got the opportunity to taste test Don Tomas Coffee, I jumped at the chance. Not because I was running off a caffeine high but because I enjoy a good cup of coffee!
The Don Tomas Coffee Company is in its fourth generation of producing high quality 100 percent Arabica coffee on their family farm in Jinotega, Nicaragua. This company is committed to sustainable and socially responsible farming practices including giving back to the community.
Don Tomas Coffee sponsors a program called, “Cultivating Community.” ” Cultivating Community is a Fundraising Campaign developed to help local schools and organizations raise funds by selling our freshly roasted premium coffee to your family, friends and local businesses. Cultivating Community provides your school or organization with up to 40% of the sales.”
When my generous sample of coffee arrived I had to open it and take a sniff. Very intoxicating!
I brewed a mid-afternoon pick-me-up pot for my guy and me to enjoy. I like mine black and he takes cream. I found the coffee to be full flavored and not too strong since I used the same amount I use when I brew my usual store bought ground brand.
The cook in me wanted to take this coffee one step farther. Coffee adds depth of flavor to meats, seafood, vegetables and of course baked goods. So I devised a spice mix for meat containing coffee that you can use as a rub, sauce base or seasoning.

Order your own bag of this wonderful coffee for yourself or giftgiving and get 20% off your purchase through January with the coupon code FOODIEFRIENDS .

This is a sponsored post and I received a sample bag of Don Tomas Coffee to review. Results of the taste test and opinions expressed are my own.

Congrats to last week’s winners:



Stop by our co-hosts sites and show some Foodie Love!

Foodie Friends Friday http://www.foodiefriendsfriday.com
Tracy at Busy Vegetarian Mom http://www.busyvegetarianmom.com
Robyn’s View http://www.robynsviewathome.blogspot.com
Marlys at This and That  http://marlys-thisandthat.blogspot.com/
Lois at  Walking on Sunshine http://wifeofthecolonel.blogspot.com/
Lindsey at Family Food Finds  http://www.familyfoodfinds.com
Michelle at  From Calculus to Cupcakes http://www.fromcalculustocupcakes.com
Cynthia at Feeding Big  http://www.feedingbig.blogspot.com
Jodie at Binomial Baker http://www.binomialbaker.blogspot.com
R Dawn at Spatulas on Parade http://www.spatulasonparade.blogspot.com
Angie at A lil Country Sugar http://www.alilcountrysugar.blogspot.com
Jutta at HungryLittleGirl http://www.hungrylittlegirl.com/
Kelly at http://www.adornedwell.blogspot.com/
Cindy at Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
http://www.cindysrecipesandwritings.com

Now on to the Party!




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Cooking with Don Tomas Coffee

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Cindy Kerschner

It’s been about a 40-year love affair between coffee and me. Over the years I’ve drank it black, cream, skim milk, cream and sugar (regular to New Yorkers), decaf, flavored, pressed, steamed, perked, dripped and instant. Besides drinking my daily cup of Joe (okay pot of Joe) 😉 I worked in delis, bakeries, restaurants and coffee houses.
Yes, coffee may just be my all-time favorite drink. So when I got the opportunity to taste test Don Tomas Coffee, I jumped at the chance. Not because I was running off a caffeine high but because I enjoy a good cup of coffee!
The Don Tomas Coffee Company is in its fourth generation of producing high quality 100 percent Arabica coffee on their family farm in Jinotega, Nicaragua. This company is committed to sustainable and socially responsible farming practices including giving back to the community.
Don Tomas Coffee sponsors a program called, “Cultivating Community.” ” Cultivating Community is a Fundraising Campaign developed to help local schools and organizations raise funds by selling our freshly roasted premium coffee to your family, friends and local businesses. Cultivating Community provides your school or organization with up to 40% of the sales.”
When my generous sample of coffee arrived I had to open it and take a sniff. Very intoxicating!
I brewed a mid-afternoon pick-me-up pot for my guy and me to enjoy. I like mine black and he takes cream. I found the coffee to be full flavored and not too strong since I used the same amount I use when I brew my usual store bought ground brand.
The cook in me wanted to take this coffee one step farther. Coffee adds depth of flavor to meats, seafood, vegetables and of course baked goods. So I devised a spice mix for meat containing coffee that you can use as a rub, sauce base or seasoning.
Don Tomas Coffee Seasoning Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Don Tomas Coffee, ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder


    • Mix all the ingredients together. Store in an airtight container.
    To Use: Add to sauces, gravy, or use as a meat rub and tenderizer.

    Order your own bag of this wonderful coffee for yourself or giftgiving and get 20% off your purchase through January with the coupon code FOODIEFRIENDS .

    This is a sponsored post and I received a sample bag of Don Tomas Coffee to review. Results of the taste test and opinions expressed are my own.

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    Get to Know These Root Vegetables

    Posted on November 13, 2012 by Cindy Kerschner

    Celery Root


    Check out my post, Get to Know These Root Vegetables
    Celery Root is one good for you but lesser known root vegetable. Get to know Celery Root and other root vegetables at Foodie Friends Friday Daily Dish.

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    Easy Cornbread Stuffing

    Posted on November 12, 2012 by Cindy Kerschner

    Cornbread stuffing makes a great side dish for Thanksgiving or anytime! You can also use it to top a casserole.
    Add dried cranberries and pecans for an outstanding Thanksgiving treat!

    Easy Cornbread Stuffing


      Ingredients

    • 1 cornbread, crumbled (recipe below)
    • 1 1/2 cup chicken broth
    • 1/2 cup diced celery
    • 1/2 cup diced onion
    • 1/2 cup butter
    • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
    • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, optional
    • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, optional

    Sautee onion and celery in butter over med-high heat until softened. Add to crumbled cornbread, stir. Add broth a little at a time to reach desired consistency.
    Place in an 8×8-inch casserole dish. Bake uncovered at 350 for 30 minutes or until cornbread is browned and casserole is thoroughly heated.

    Cornbread
    Adapted from Indian Head Cornmeal recipe

    • 1 cup cornmeal
    • 1 cup flour
    • 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
    • 1/4 cup sugar, (2 Tablespoon if using cranberries)
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup milk
    • 1 egg
    • 1/4 cup oil
    • In a medium bowl, mix together dry ingredients.
      In a separate bowl, mix oil, egg and milk.
      Combine and stir just until wet.
      Bake in a greased 8×8-inch pan at 425 for 20-25 minutes and toothpick comes out clean when tested.

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