Just a Quick Dinner

I guess I have never put much thought into this before, but when I get back from Thanksgiving I feel like I need a break from eating.  Turns out, I am also not that interested in cooking.  I'm not sure you can blame me, or anyone else for that matter, because after eating a delicious home-cooked Thanksgiving meal it's difficult to feel inspired in the kitchen.


Nonetheless I couldn't handle takeout and wanted to get back into the kitchen.  So for tonight's quick post I leave you with a recipe for Chicken Paprikash from the Real Simple Magazine.  As a heads up, this is definitely not a traditional Hungarian Chicken Paprikash.  However, the flavors were good, ingredients were easily put together and the final meal was quite tasty.  


Here's my take on the recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 1 medium onion, chopped (I know its a different shape than the pepper, but I liked diced onions much better)
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
•  28-ounce can peeled whole tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 6 ounces wide egg noodles
• 1/4 cup sour cream

Directions

• Heat the oil in a large sauce pan with sides.  Don't use anymore than the 1 tablespoon of oil or the sauce will be too oily. Season the chicken liberally with the kosher salt and black pepper.
• Cook the chicken until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove from the pot and set aside.
• Discard some of the drippings. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook, stirring, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes
• Add the tomatoes.  I recommend chopping or breaking up the tomatoes before you put them into the pot.  Add the paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper and bring to a boil.  I also added about 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.  Be careful with this spice because you can always add more, but can never take away!
• Return the chicken to the pan and cover the chicken in the vegetable/tomato mixture and simmer, partially covered, until cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes
• While the chicken and veggies meld together, cook the noodles according to the package directions. You can top the chicken with sour cream, but I didn't think it was necessary.

What recipes have you tried when looking to change up your weeknight cooking routine?

-Looking forward to a wonderful Wednesday!

Miscellaneous Monday

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and were able to spend some time with friends and family. I had a great few days at my parent's house in Michigan, but am now back in Cleveland and am ready to post!

• Did you go shopping on Black Friday?  My mom and I woke up at 6 AM, and made it to our local mall by 7 AM.  It was pretty early, believe me, but I didn't find anything in the ads that would make me want to stand in line at 3 AM.

This store was far too busy and crowded for us to venture into

• This was our first time venturing out for the early morning "doorbuster" and some early spending data indicates there were more people out buying more merchandise.  Early estimates based on credit card data show the spending on Friday may have returned to pre-recession levels.  Always positive.

We were starting to get tired when we re-energized by trying on hats

• Also, while I was home, my mom made the most delicious Turkey.  She brined it in spices for 24 hours prior to cooking and I must say it was super moist and delicious.  I basically ate nothing but turkey... Anyway, I hope to find out more about this brining process and share it with you all.

A very delicious turkey

• In the news today, Leslie Nielsen passed away at the age of 84.  Known for his comic performances in "Airplane" and the "Naked Gun" series, Nielsen started his acting career as a serious man starring in a few big screen dramas.  While everyone seems to remember Nielsen's classic "surely" line in Airplane, I will always best remember him in Naked Gun with Anna Nicole Smith when he tries to host the Oscars and the tech crew remarks they should not invite Phil Donahue next year...haha

• I was fortunate to be invited to join in a recipe exchange via e-mail.  Here's a super easy recipe I received that looks tasty and a great way to use up some leftovers (I'm sure you could make this one with any turkey you still have lying around.)  I haven't tried it yet, but its on my menu plan for the week.

Leftover Chicken Dish

1. 13 X 9 oblong glass dish
2. 1/2 of large pkg Wide Egg Noodles cooked according to pkg directions
3. 1 large sweet onion, cut up in pieces
4. 1 can sliced mushrooms (or equivalent fresh)
5. 1 pkg of chopped spinach, thawed (or equivalent fresh)
6. 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup
7. half cup milk
8. Equivalent of about half of a cooked chicken, cut/tear up in pieces
9. Grapeseed Oil or EVOO
10. Seasoning:  Morton's Nature's Seasoning; Tarragon leaves;
11. 1 Pkg of shredded cheese (mexican mix is good)

• Prepare Noodles, drain and set aside, Preheat over to 350
• In large skillet, sautee the onion and mushrooms in 2 tsp. grapeseed oil or EVOO over med. heat
• Season with Nature's Seasoning and Tarragon (and whatever other favorite seasoning)
• Add spinach, mushroom soup and milk, mix all together to sizzling
• Add chicken pieces, mix some more; reduce heat to low
• Place noodles in the oblong dish; drizzle LIGHTLY w/oil
• Mix in your veg/chicken mixture, sprinkle w/shredded cheese
• Bake uncovered at 350,  20 minutes

Tell me about your adventures over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend!

Looking forward to a terrific Tuesday!

New Thanksgiving Recipe

On Sunday I made a full Thanksgiving meal for me and Tim.  Since we are going to our respective family homes, I thought it would be nice to celebrate the holiday a bit early, together.  I cooked a turkey, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, broccoli with cheese sauce, cranberry relish and a pumpkin pie.

The spread

I really enjoyed making all of these different foods, and will be sharing the rest of the recipes tomorrow.  But tonight, in case you don't have your Thanksgiving menu set I wanted to introduce you to a delicious sweet potato recipe.

I found this recipe, Brandy and Orange-Mashed Sweet Potatoes in Orange Cups, on Food Network, courtesy of Emeril Lagasse.  I was intrigued because my family has traditionally favored the very sweet, canned yams with brown sugar, butter and marshmallows.  Because Tim is open to trying new foods, I thought this more savory sweet potato recipe would be fun to make.

Here is what you will need to make this delectable side dish:

• 7 large sweet potatoes, about 3 pounds
• 4 large oranges
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

And here are the step by step instructions, along with some of my observations from cooking:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and put the sweet potatoes, whole and with the skins on, on a baking sheet in the oven for an hour.  I recommend turning the sweet potatoes over about halfway through the cooking process.  Take the potatoes out, let them cool just long enough to be able to remove the skins.  

At this point, turn the oven down to 350 degrees.  Take your four oranges, halve them, and scoop out the insides.  I recommend using a grapefruit spoon (with the sharp edges) to scoop out the inside of the oranges.

While the sweet potatoes are warm, cut them in half and remove the skins and any stringy fibers. 

Yams after one hour in the oven

Put the sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl.  Make sure the bowl is a pretty good size because you will be adding quite a bit of liquid to the sweet potato mixture.  Add the butter to the sweet potatoes and blend with an electric hand mixer until you remove all the lumps.  It's important at this point that the sweet potatoes are warm so the butter melts and eases the mixing process.

Definitely should have used a larger bowl, so many ingredients

Add the sugar, eggs, orange juice, heavy cream, and brandy, and mix with the electric mixer until smooth. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, and mix again, making sure all the ingredients are incorporated throughout.  Fill the orange cups with the sweet potato mixture, filling the cups to a bit overflowing and smooth out the tops.  Place in a baking pan and cook in the oven for about 20 minutes.

Remove from the oven and enjoy while warm!  If you decide to add these potatoes to your menu, you will not be disappointed.  They are worth the extra work and will bring new and surprising flavors to your Thanksgiving meal.

Since sweet potatoes are my most favorite food, what is your secret family sweet potato recipe?

-Wishing everyone safe travels tomorrow!

Thanksgiving Countdown

I can't believe the holiday season is on our doorstep!  I am looking forward to my shortened work week and will be heading home early to hang out with my family (minus my brother who is working out in Colorado) and enjoy my mom's delicious cooking.  In anticipation of Thanksgiving, I have done a bit of cooking and baking to highlight some great recipes and tips for pulling off a fabulous Thanksgiving meal.  So this week will feature recipes for a few traditional Thanksgiving dishes and some new things I tried this year.

So much sugar, but so delicious and fun to make

Tonight I'm still recovering from cooking a full Thanksgiving dinner yesterday, but I wanted to get in the turkey day spirit.  So here is my recipe for a sweet turkey shaped cookie treat, a.k.a, a turkey-gram.

Here are the ingredients:

• 1 package Double Stuf Oreo cookies
• 1 container store bought chocolate frosting
• 1 container cinnamon red hots
• 1 container malted milk balls
• 1 package candy corn

Step 1- Twist Oreo cookie so it is in two pieces.  One side should have all the frosting while the other is just the cookie.  It takes a gentle hand to be able to twist the cookie without breaking it, so be patient

Step 2- Apply chocolate frosting to the cookie-only side.  Make sure it's thick enough to hold a few candies

Step 3- Place 5 candy corn pieces on the frosting like so:

Step 4- This is the tricky part.  Stand the cookie with the candy corn vertically into the cookie with the white frosting.  Again, be gentle, and your cookie should now be 3D and look like this

Step 5- Add a little bit of chocolate frosting to the cookie on the white frosting and place the Whopper securely on the chocolate.

Step 6- Add a tiny bit of chocolate frosting to the malted milk ball near where the turkey gobbler would be.  Secure the cinnamon red hot candy to the malted milk ball.

Hello Turkey!

Step 7- Repeat steps 1-6 and make enough turkeys to share with friends!

So many turkeys

What are the special sweets (besides pies) you make for Thanksgiving?

-Looking forward to the Holiday!

Thursday Night In

When I scout recipes for weeknight cooking, I usually search for those that are both simple and  delicious.  Having quite a bit of leftover rice from my stir fry on Monday, and in the mood for more Asian style cooking, I knew I was looking for a fried rice recipe.  So when I stumbled upon this recipe for shrimp and egg fried rice with napa cabbage, I was ready to give it a try.

Close up of the finished product complete with scallion and peanut garnish

I often head over to Food Network's website to find new recipes and videos about how to perform certain cooking techniques.  I also appreciate that the recipes are labeled by level of difficulty so I know when I might be getting in over my head. 

My definition of an easy recipe is adding 5 to 9 ingredients together without too much chopping. Perhaps this is a naive view, but amongst my friends, most of us spent college and our young adult lives making ramen or boxed mac n cheese and most of us are short on time.  

The point of this rambling, is that a recipe labeled "easy" still takes a bit of effort and often more prep time than allotted.  For the fried rice, I had to do a lot of chopping and cutting and prepping.  See below.

Now, in the recipe's defense, once you start cooking something in a wok there is little time to finish your prep so everything really does need to be ready before you turn on the stove....

Even though I have complained a bit about the prep time, I can't complain about the final product.  The fried rice was delicious!  I ended up adding some red pepper flakes to the shrimp for a bit of heat, but really liked the simple flavors.  

So many peas! But I love peas in the winter, so no complaints from me

Also, quick tip for dealing with napa cabbage. It does not have a "core" like other round cabbages, so all you need to do is cut the white part of the bottom of the cabbage off, about 3-4 inches from the base of the cabbage in order to use it.  You can head here to find answers to all your other cabbage cooking questions.

Have you ever gotten yourself into a recipe that was more work than you anticipated?

-Thank goodness it's almost Friday!

Pumpkin Wednesday!

Hello and welcome to Pumpkin Wednesday, you are halfway through the work week!

On Wednesday next week, I will be driving myself, my younger sister, and Pumpkin back to my parent's house in Michigan.

Pumpkin getting in the Thanksgiving Spirit

                   Pumpkin will be joining my mom's dog Phoebe as the resident pets of the house.

Phoebe is so excited for Thanksgiving!

While I am excited for turkey and all the other delicious holiday foods, I know that Pumpkin the mooch will be sniffing around looking for scraps.  But there are many hazards for both cats and dogs so follow these tips to ensure a delightful, stress free holiday for you and your pets.

1. Don't let your dog have any poultry bones!  They are far too small and can break and get caught in your dog's throat. 
2. Onions will make your cats sick!  A chemical in the onion can cause anemia in your cat!
3. Sage can cause gastrointestinal problems in cats and dogs, so be careful to keep any dish with sage out of the reach of your pets.
4. Make sure to remember your pet may not be used to all the commotion in the house.  At my house we have a lot of yelling during the football game, especially because the Dallas Cowboys are doing oh so well this year.... Be sure to have a place where they can retreat and get away from all the crazy family :)
5. Be careful about your turkey cooking paraphernalia!  Those turkey cooking strings, bags and tinfoil, are covered in delicious fatty turkey juices your pet will be searching for.  Your pet ingesting any of these non-food products can make for a holiday spent in the pet emergency room, so be conscious of keeping the trash can lid closed tight!

If you want to provide your furry friend with a feast, remember moderation is key.  A tiny bite of fully cooked turkey (with no skin or greasy goo) is probably alright.

How do your pets respond at the holidays?

-Best wishes for a wonderful Thursday!

Saving the World One Bag at a Time?

Boo to Dinky Plastic Grocery Bags

I am a big fan of recycling.  I am also a big fan of reusable shopping bags.  My mom bought cotton shopping bags from Target approximately 12 years ago, way before it was trendy or cool to bring your own bags.  The reason, you ask? She hates plastic bags.  Not because my mom is an environmentally conscious hippie, but because those dinky little plastic bags didn't hold very much.  You would end up with a million bags after the weekly grocery run and having to carry all those dinky bags into the house was no picnic.

Courtesy of hipsterchic.com

So I have faced ridicule for bringing my own bags and watching people at the store get furious about packing them for quite some time now.  But today, the reusable bag is this year's trendy free giveaway and somewhat hip accessory.  

However, there are a few problems (besides the most difficult of remembering to take them to the store!) with these bags that hopefully everyone can take notice of, and help fix so the bags serve their real purpose: helping the environment...

Problem #1

Using reusable bags for food products makes them very susceptible to bacteria.  You know when you bring chicken, or other meats, or maybe some veggies home, things can easily leak in your bag.  The bags are often on the floor (and if it is like mine, it is totally dirty right now), stuffed in your car, or in a random place in your kitchen.  This study, conducted by researchers at the University of Arizona, found loads of harmful bacteria in them.  I am normally not that concerned about bacteria/germs, but recognize that anytime you transport raw meats there is a risk you can get ill.

Solutions to Problem #1

Fret not my environmentally conscious friends.  The study also revealed that simply washing your reusable bags eliminated nearly all the bacteria!  So next time you wash your kitchen towels, toss in your reusable bags.  Also, don't eat any unpackaged food directly out of the bags.  I.e. if you have a fruit or vegetable in the bag without a plastic covering, make sure you wash it before you eat it.

Problem #2

Some of these reusable bags don't really help the environment all that much.  According to the Wall Street Journal, many of these bags are made with plastic and shipped from China, causing tons of energy, fossil fuels and water to be used in the manufacturing process.  And, in some cases, the bags are made of substances that take even longer to decompose than the dinky store plastic bags. 

Solutions to Problem #2

Check what the bags are made from.  Choose bags with high recyclable content and don't impulse buy the bags at the checkout.  You can also always purchase cotton bags which avoid the plastic problems, but still require energy to make. 

Problem #3

According to the New York Times some of the plastic bags are made with lead.  This is a problem because of the vast number of health problems associated with lead, and the close proximity of this chemical to food.  According to the article there is no immediate health risk to the public, so don't freak out too much.

Solutions to Problem #3

Not sure yet.  Again, maybe purchase cotton or canvas reusable bags, and until then, make sure you stay alert to any recalls for certain brands of bags.

So what do you do if you want to continue using reusable shopping bags (which you definitely should do!)?  Wash them, buy high quality bags, and try not to worry too much :)

How successful are you at remembering to take your bags with you to the store?  Any tips for changing your bag behavior?

-Wednesday is on the Horizon!

Miscellaneous Monday

Everyone wishes Mondays were more fun.  The weekend is behind us and the only thing you have to look forward to is.... Tuesday.  Not all that exciting.

But starting today, I present Miscellaneous Monday.  A collection of random tidbits from books, the web, happenings in town, and stories/facts I have been told.  Lets get started...

• For all the Harry Potter fans out there, it appears J.K. Rowling is NOT going to write any more Harry Potter books.  I thought this was obvious, but maybe some people think J.K. Rowling is like Brett Favre....
• In the book Manners, by Kate Spade, she addresses the topic of gift giving.  As a reminder for this holiday season, chat with your friends you hope/want to exchange gifts with.  No one likes to be surprised when they are presented with a present but haven't purchased a gift.  Take the time to figure out who you will be exchanging with so you can purchase/make something thoughtful.
• Get ready to make your Thanksgiving meals early, but not too early.  According to the Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS), if you buy a fresh turkey, make sure you don't get it more than 1-2 days before you plan to cook it.  Check with your local butcher about ordering a turkey to have it on hand for Thanksgiving Day. 
• Apparently Jessica Simpson is now engaged.  While her nuptials are unimportant to me, I know many of us are at the time of our lives when our friends are getting engaged.  Instead of just commenting on Facebook, go the extra step and send a handwritten note.  Never underestimate the joy a person has when finding a handwritten note in the mailbox.
• For an easy dinner try this recipe for turkey burgers.
• For many great recipes, take a look at the Lean Green Bean, written by a friend from college.  She has detailed recipes and lots of pictures!

If you have something that should be posted on Miscellaneous Monday, let me know.

-Looking forward to Tuesday!

Pumpkin Wednesday, on Thursday

Yesterday I was away from home until late and unable to post for Pumpkin Wednesday.  But I love Pumpkin and Pumpkin Wednesday so much I just had to make up for it today.

First and foremost on Veteran's Day we must say thank you to all those who have served and those who are engaged overseas protecting our freedom.  I know a few people currently serving and want to specifically thank Jason Dozier and Robert Riehl for all their hard work and dedication to protecting America.

Pumpkin says Thank you soldiers!

In honor of veterans and current service members, tonight's post is about their pets.

In Afghanistan, dogs provide more than just comfort to those men and women serving in the armed forces.  These Military Working Dogs (MWDs) serve a variety of purposes and are often used to sniff out bombs and other explosives.  This article highlights the important work these dogs and their handlers do to help keep soldiers safe.  

The SPCA, through a program called Baghdad Pups, helps soldiers in Iraq bring home animals they befriended during their service.  Bringing an animal home from a foreign country is certainly quite a task, and several organizations, including the SPCA, help navigate the legal and practical challenges of getting a dog or cat back into the United States.  At this point in time however, it seems that there is not a formal program set up for individuals who want to bring home an animal from Afghanistan.  The SPCA advises service members who want to bring home an animal should contact them directly.  There are also a few other charities helping rescue animals and a San Diego shelter bringing dogs home from Afghanistan.

When someone is deployed, they often have no one to look after their pets.  A nonprofit organization in Arkansas has set up a foster network to take care of service members pets while they are away, protecting our country.  Guardian Angels for Soldiers' Pet will find someone to foster a service man or woman's pets, ensuring these brave individuals have their loving dog or kitty to come home to.

Again, thank you for those that have served and thank you to all those serving and putting their life on the line for us.

Happy Veteran's Day

-Almost to the weekend!

Taco Tuesday

To begin, I am sort of bragging, but my boyfriend and I passed the Ohio Bar Exam and were sworn in on Monday.  Now me and 900 or so others are about to start our careers as Ohio attorneys!  Obviously I will keep from discussing anything legal in the blog :)

Tim (my BF) and me in Columbus with our certificates of admission!

Moving on to more important things.....

Tex Mex food is probably one of the easiest types of food to prepare.  Don't get me wrong.  I appreciate traditional Mexican cuisine, but I know that I don't have the knowledge or skills to do real Mexican food justice.

For my take on the taco night I decided to try a few new things to spice things up.  The usual taco night for us consists of  ground turkey or strips of chicken, cheese, some veggies, salsa and sour cream.

First, I made my own refried beans.  I was reading an article today which said to be careful of the canned version of refried beans because they usually contain lard.  Lard definitely has a place in traditional cooking, but for the everyday meal at my house it's best left out.  Here's the recipe I ended up using.

Refried Beans

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 white onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• a few grinds of fresh black pepper
• 15 1/2 ounce can pinto beans with liquid

Heat the two tablespoons of oil olive and add the onion, and cumin until everything gets lightly caramelized.  While the onions are heating, put the pinto beans in the food processor and pulse them until they are mashed and smoothish.  Head back to the pan and add the garlic, cooking until fragrant.  Add your beans in and stir often.  You will cook the beans for about 5-6 minutes, but don't let them burn or get crusty.  Add the salt and pepper in to taste.

I also tried to get fancy with the traditional soft taco shell and make it look more like a taco bowl.  I didn't want to fry the taco shell so I baked them in the oven.  I preheated the oven to 350 degrees and placed the shells in ramekins.

This is a ramekin

This is a ramekin with a soft tortilla shell in it

I ended up with some cute little tortilla bowls after about 10-15 minutes in the oven.  I also turned the shells over (on a baking sheet) to make sure the bottoms got crispy too.

Overall it was a nice way to spice up taco night, and a fun way to eat tacos!

How do you "spice up" taco night?

-Looking forward to a wonderful Wednesday!

Pumpkin Wednesday

Welcome to another wonderful Pumpkin Wednesday!  Pumpkin is so glad you stopped by to the check the blog!

I hope you are enjoying the blog!

I heard on the radio this morning that tomorrow marks three weeks until Thanksgiving!  I can't believe how quickly the fall has sped by and how quickly the Christmas season is approaching. And, of course, Christmas means family, church, tree, ornaments, cookies and of course, shopping...

This year, budgeting for Christmas will be an important step to making it through the season without the typical holiday debt.  In the past we have all been guilty of spending more simply because we put our purchases on plastic.  The number of people swiping credit cards may be decreasing, so follow the trend of many other Americans who are choosing debit/cash, or using their credit cards more wisely.

However, holiday shoppers who plan ahead and get started early may be able to snag some great deals on those special holiday gifts.  The Cleveland Plain Dealer published an interesting article about how shoppers have a bit of an advantage this season.  Because retailers are also in a tough spot and looking to bring in consumers, expect to find more chances to save.  Some of the strategies included comparison shopping online now and identifying products so you can watch for the best prices and how to "stack" multiple coupons together.

Consumer Reports also came out with an article about holiday shopping traps to avoid.  It wisely reminds customers NOT to purchase store based warranties, and to be careful when giving gift cards because they are not guaranteed if the creditor/retailer goes bankrupt.

My advice before you even start to shop, is make a list of people you are giving gifts to, and a list of what you hope to get for them.  The more planning you do, the less likely you will be enticed into buying a random item for your family member/friend/significant other.  There is no shame in setting a limit on what you will spend, especially if your gift giving is thoughtful!  (Joann Fabric anticipates hiring around 3000 workers because of the increase in the number of people who will be making gifts!).  So when you have some spare time, make a chart, and don't hesitate to get looking for deals online!

I know I'm starting early, but what is your strategy for holiday shopping?

-Looking forward to a wonderful Thursday!

Day One of November

I can't believe October is over! But before all was said and done, I did get a chance to participate in the Halloween weekend festivities.

We were at a wedding Friday and Saturday (posting about that tomorrow) but last night I sat out on the front porch and handed out candy to trick or treaters!  There were so many cute small children in adorable costumes, and parents excited to take the kids out.

The only issue I had was the lack of kids, and teenagers saying "trick or treat."  So many just walked up onto the porch and opened their bags.  I felt old because I automatically went to "kids these days just don't understand" so tell me, was the lack of "trick or treating" just a phenomenon on my street?

Besides reminiscing about the good ol' days, I have been doing some cooking.  Last night because it was freezing, I wanted something filling, if not downright heavy... so I found this recipe courtesy of allrecipes.com for a Pasta Bake.  The finished product was tasty and my changes were adding more sauce, I used about 1.5 jars, adding garlic, onion, and oregano to the ground turkey, and using regular instead of whole wheat pasta.  A really easy recipe that will last you for a few days of at work lunch.

Delicious and Hearty

As a quick reminder, don't forget to vote tomorrow!  It's a pretty important mid term election, so make sure your voice is heard!  If you live in the greater northeast Ohio area here is the voter guide published by the Plain Dealer.

-Looking forward to a wonderful Tuesday and an exciting night of election coverage!