A plan for all seasons Oct 6, 2009
30ml olive oil, plus a little extra for drizzling Freshly ground black pepper 500g piece beef eye fillet, trimmed 175g vine-ripened mini capsicums 1 red onion, cut into wedges 250g truss tomatoes 2 handfuls tatsoi lettuce (or other gourmet mixed leaves) 1 tbsp capers, rinsed Celery leaves, crisp-fried to garnish (optional) ... Place capsicums and onion wedges in the pan with a little extra oil and cook for five minutes until slightly softened. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Upcoming events Oct 1, 2009
Each plat is 7 and consists of fried fish, potato wedges, hush puppies and dessert. For information call Shirley King at 254-883-3004 or 804-0196. (Marlin Democrat, TX)
VIDEO: Volunteers prepare for disaster in Palo Alto Sep 22, 2009
If something were to happen, you get an appreciation for how long it might take to get help in a disaster," she said. Two women -- difficult types -- on the yellow blanket shouted out complaints. They were in the "delayed" category for minor injuries. "Usually, you find that the screamers are the minors," Heister said. The drills might have been serious, but the victims weren't without gallows humor. "Put that woman with the red shirt and compound fracture on the morgue blanket," one woman... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Soup-to-Salmon Masterpiece from an Expert Sep 22, 2009
METHOD: Preheat the oven to 450 F. Cut the sweet potatoes lengthwise into to -inch thick wedges ... Roast for 15 to 20 minutes then use a metal spatula to turn the wedges over ... If the sweet potatoes are very long, you can cut them in half crosswise first and then cut them lengthwise into wedges. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Agostini On Golf: Burgess still driving ball to victories Sep 16, 2009
"I got to be real good with my wedges because of all that practice. That's my game today.". Ric and Dolly raised daughters Amanda, 23, and Sara, 21, while tending to business at the club. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Guests won't pan this tart Sep 16, 2009
The tart is delicious sliced into wedges and served with vanilla ice cream when it is hot out of the oven. When the tart is made ahead, the wedges will be dense like a bar cookie. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Clooney, Romero dazzle at film festival Sep 14, 2009
Cruz, in a summery belted dress with ruffles across the hips, hot pink sweater and wedges that added three or four inches to her height, talked a bit about appearing in Rob Marshall's "Nine," opening Nov. 25 in Pittsburgh. She worked on the movie from late August 2008 to February, with January and February spent in Italy. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
HUGE WIN! Falcons Roll Dolphins! Sep 14, 2009
Antoine Harris, Chris Owens, Lawrence Sidbury, and Kroy Biermann were flying down the field, busting up wedges and pinning the Dolphins back around the 10 and 15 yard line all day. Coach Armstrong has assembled another great unit thus far and it is apparent that special teams again is a big priority. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
24: Complicated or coincidence, India is a Hawkeye Sep 12, 2009
"He is someone that works at his game. He's a technician and likes to work on his golf swing a lot. He really shines when he works on his short game, his wedges and putting, because his ball-striking is usually pretty darn good.". There is unfinished business for India, namely winning a collegiate tournament. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Bad decision, good memory Sep 11, 2009
By the end, each swallow felt like gulping wedges of brick. I paid for this decision. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Preview: WVU - East Carolina Sep 10, 2009
Blowing up wedges and blocking techniques isnt difficult, but doing it in a manner that doesnt take oneself out of position is. At times the kicks didnt perfectly match the coverage, though that might not happen all year because of a lack of leg strength. (BlueGoldNews.com)
Love of Palmer par for the course Sep 9, 2009
" Instead, an unofficial three-day natal celebration for The King -- CBS announcer Jim Nantz came to town for events on the first two -- teed off last night on the North Shore. Draped over nine tall chairs were "Palmer 80" Pirates jerseys, which the birthday boy, Mr. Rohr, Mr. Nantz and, later, Pirates broadcaster Steve Blass, slipped on. Also at home plate for the festivities were Pirates owner Bob Nutting and president Frank Coonelly -- whose introduction drew boos from much of the small crowd... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
A Great Time to Grill Sep 8, 2009
3 limes, cut in wedges ... Squeeze the lime wedges over the corn and sprinkle liberally with the salt. (The Atlantic Online)
Jackets' kicking plan Sep 8, 2009
Johnson said he was pleased with the kick coverage, kick return and punt return teams in Saturday s 37-17 win against Jacksonville State, noting Julian Burnett and Anthony Barnes did a good job of busting JSU s wedges. The Gamecocks averaged 19. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Click to read: Nation's Best Hot Dogs -- on a Budget! Sep 6, 2009
The hot dog is topped with mustard, onion, sweet pickle relish (usually a dyed neon green variety called "Nuclear Relish"), a dill pickle spear, tomato slices or wedges, pickled sport peppers, and a dash of celery salt; sometimes, but not always, cucumber slices. The complete assembly is sometimes called "dragged through the garden" because of the unique combination of condiments. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Gym stimulates minds, friendships Sep 3, 2009
Other equipment such as cheese wedges, doughnuts and rodeo barrels - all padded apparatus - is intended to help with back hand springs and back flips and increase an athlete's flexibility. Rob Spiewak, one of four Jump Up coaches, said once students get through basic skills such as the seat drop, doggie drop, pike and tuck, he looks forward to promoting them through their intermediate and advanced exercises. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Warming trends Sep 2, 2009
The last couple days, I ve done a couple drills because I wasn t hitting it well, so I didn t go through the whole bag, it was hit a couple sand wedges then straight to the 7-iron to do some swing-thought stuff, then hit a couple drivers. I usually go sand wedge, pitching wedge, then 8-6-4, or 9-7-5-3, skip a club. (Boston Globe)
Men's Golf Finishes Fifth at Golfweek Sep 2, 2009
We hit the ball exactly the same way as the other teams, but those other teams are better with their putts, chips and wedges. It s early, but now we know what we need to work on those areas and prepare ourselves for the next tournament, Priest said. (Baylorbears.com)
Family Meals Matter: Orange You Glad it's Almost Fall? Sep 1, 2009
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges. 6 anchovies. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Letters for Monday, August 31, 2009 (945) Sep 1, 2009
We have witnessed for the last couple of months how so many wedges have been driven between the people of our nation that is having a profound effect on dividing our nation, the latest being health care. Who would have thought that this issue would have so much public outcry. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Seahawks' Butler aims to be fast learner Aug 30, 2009
Mora blames Butler's struggles returning kicks partly on the rules changes that no longer allow four-man wedges. "I don't think I am alone in saying I am not satisfied with our kickoff return," Mora said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Woods won’t give Liberty National greens thumbs-up Aug 30, 2009
At only 402 yards, players are hitting wedges in, often with plenty of spin. The pin was on the top shelf yesterday, and with many balls coming up short of the hole, then catching the slope, birdie putts were tough to find. (Boston Globe)
Points pile up for Pats Aug 29, 2009
wrote on Aug 27, 2009 7:46 AM:" are best learned by someone else, these parents think their kids are headed to the NFL and the only thing standing in the way is Coach Nelson (gag). Grow up - they have mostly sophmores and juniors - it's gonna be a long year. There are plenty of parents who couldn't stand Shetter and there are plenty of parents who couldn't stand Gardner. It's tough to watch, but quit piling on with the kids not being able to eat their orange wedges and drink their monster drinks... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Garcia tied for lead at 6 under » Aug 28, 2009
Then came the cheers, with consecutive wedges that danced around the cup and set up tap-in birdies. "It's obviously very nice, after last week and playing well and being up there all week in contention, to open this tournament with a good, solid round," Garcia said. (ESPN -- Golf)
Goggin: Why we just have to own those shoes Aug 26, 2009
To play a round takes a driver or two, long irons, short irons, wedges and putters. On the other hand, to get properly dressed you need a few choices. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Camping Birthday Party Aug 21, 2009
Ranch beans and sliced watermelon wedges are perfect accompaniments to this meal. Wash it all down with some limeade made in a clear pitcher that has plastic bugs floating in it, and call it bug juice. (Suite101.com)
Iced coffee: A cool way to entertain this summer Aug 19, 2009
1 orange sliced into thin wedges. 1 lime sliced into thin wedges ... Add orange and lime wedges (put aside enough lime wedges to garnish glasses). (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
In praise of special teams Aug 18, 2009
Childress was asked if the new rule installed by the league prohibiting coverage wedges of more than two players will help coverage teams get more open looks at returners with the chance to make the kind of plays the Vikings did Friday ... Well see how that plays out, but there will be no more four-man wedges. (VikingUpdate.com)
On the tee with Verle Aug 16, 2009
Because resistance training will strengthen the muscles involved in the golf swing. If you only have time to pump up one muscle, then try the forearms. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Crop Of The Week: Camouflage Melon Aug 16, 2009
The flesh can be scooped out with a melon baller, sliced into smaller wedges or cut into manageable chunks. Like all melons, the camouflage melon is low in calories, sodium and fat-free. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Mike Tomlin press conference Aug 12, 2009
I think really whats going to happen is they said you couldnt have more than a two-man wedge, but I think generally youre going to see multiple two-man wedges roughly two or three yards apart and theyre all going to converge on the people they intended to block, and at the end of the day its going to be very similar to how it went down in the past. Q: What about the return positions. (SteelCitySports.com)
Zing's the in-thing Aug 11, 2009
4 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, halved and finely sliced 300g long-grain rice 550ml water or stock 1 tsp salt 1 tsp turmeric 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tbsp lemon zest 3 cloves garlic, finely sliced 12 medium prawns, peeled, deveined with tails left intact tsp cayenne 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp sumac 2 tbsp chopped parsley 2 tbsp chopped mint Extra sumac for serving 1 lemon, cut into wedges ... Toss the parsley and mint through the rice and top with the prawns, garlic, a final dusting of sumac, and lemon... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Delhomme, QB coach focused on same goal Aug 8, 2009
The biggest is the elimination of wedges of more than two players on kickoff returns ... Since it's a spot foul, teams that are called for the illegal wedges will usually start with the ball inside their own 10 yards line, a fair deterrent. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
YES, YOU CAN COOK! Cool, quick dish for hot summer Aug 7, 2009
Wedges of a perfectly ripe locally-grown tomato contribute more summery freshness ... 1 large tomato, cut into 12 wedges ... Arrange on a serving platter and decorate with the tomato wedges. (Missoulian, MT)
Patriots will be counting on O’Brien’s special touch Aug 5, 2009
Like all special teams coaches, he also has to deal with the NFL rule change that limits blocking wedges on kickoffs to just two players lined up shoulder to shoulder. O Brien said that, schematically, the rule doesn t affect his approach very much. (Boston Globe)
Family Meals Matter: Enjoy a meal rich in omega-3s and antioxidants Aug 4, 2009
Try serving Grilled Tilapia with Smoked Paprika and Parmesan Polenta one night or pair Citrus Fennel Salad with Grilled Prawns and Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges ... Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges http://www. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
The Funny Farm Aug 1, 2009
-- Wedges of watermelon fresh from the garden sit on a wooden picnic table at The Chesapeake Retirement Community in Newport News, Va. The cooling treat waits for The Funny Farm gardeners who first check on their vegetable and fruit crops in the warmth of a summer morning. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Healthy grilling must be fast and flavorful Jul 30, 2009
To complete the meal, add a spicy arugula salad and some wedges of olive oil-misted grilled flatbread, which can easily be made using store-bought whole-wheat pizza dough ... Lemon wedges, for serving ... Serve with lemon wedges. (North County Times)
Cali teams in front Jul 29, 2009
My short wedges also need some help. They were fading. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Kids bring out golf skills in junior tournament Jul 28, 2009
Two brand new Tommy Armour sand wedges were donated and raffled off before the tournament. Congratulations to wedge winners Natalie Dinch and Teige DeBerge. (Peoria Times, AZ)
Return to core values Jul 28, 2009
She wedges all manner of preserves, pickles, passato, biscuits and fresh breads on to her shelves and fills a fridge with labne, bocconcini, smallgoods, bread and butter puddings and fresh pasta. She has added different lines as customers ask for them. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Linn Grove well taken care of Jul 27, 2009
If you are playing conservatively and your wedges are on, good scores are likely. Despite being a relatively new course Linn Grove is only 30 years old Most of the trees are old-growth oaks or other similarly large trees, but the course design is such that the trees are more intimidating than they are in play. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Gjelina in Venice: a high-energy Mediterranean restaurant Jul 25, 2009
Among non-pizza dishes from recent menus, Letts turns out a beautiful plate of nectarine wedges with arugula, spoonfuls of burrata and pale pink speck, shaved very thinly over the top. Baby beets and their greens roasted in a cast iron skillet emerge from the wood-burning oven looking like strands of seaweed, with a slightly smoky taste that is wonderful with gobbets of sheep's milk ricotta and a drizzle of walnut oil. (FOX61, CT)
Spanish treat Jul 25, 2009
Our clams arrived in a large oval ramekin with wedges of lemon and a basket of warm, house-made bread. The bread was a little too dense for me and I watched my dining companion break up his rolls and soak them in the clam sauce before eating them. (Anchorage Daily News)
Pair of Saints teaming up at Men's State Amateur Jul 24, 2009
This is a good course to hit some drivers and wedges, so hopefully I can get my touch going. And I m looking forward to playing with Ben, it should be a lot of fun. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Hairston settling into new life with A's Jul 18, 2009
"I bought him some new wedges. Both sides are happy.". The trade that landed Hairston in Oakland, however, caught him by surprise. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Skinny smart-arse gets her come-uppance Jul 17, 2009
With a panel of judges perched on what looked like the set of The Dating Game, this was Genetic Lotto, with the winner declared by good looks, fabulous pins, coathanger-style collarbones and the ability to walk back and forth along a platform wearing chunky wedges and what passes for pret-a-porter couture with a straight face. In the end, as they say, fashion was the winner. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Seven locals advance to match play Jul 16, 2009
"Five or six (approach) shots I hit today with wedges, so birdies are out there," said McLaughlin. Some 10 hours after he first got to the course in the morning, Fournier was still at Cochecho, watching a nine-players-for-seven-spots playoff march take shape. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Guide for buying, using tomatoes Jul 15, 2009
Often called "slicers" because of their size and meaty texture, these tomatoes are great stacked on a hamburger or BLT, or carved into wedges and sprinkled with salt. Or let them form the centerpiece of the meal. (Montana Standard, MT)
A guide to common tomatoes and how to use them Jul 11, 2009
Often called slicers because of their size and meaty texture, these tomatoes are great stacked on a hamburger or BLT, or carved into wedges and sprinkled with salt ... Sometimes called saladettes, they make bite-sized wedges perfect for salads or snacking. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
* JOHNNY NEIHU'S NEWS WATCH: Games people play in silly season Jul 11, 2009
A portly xiaojie and her rotund rival battle it out at the side of a night market yansuji stand while arguing over who gets the last portion of sweet potato wedges. 4. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Don't drink excess calories Jul 10, 2009
keep a pitcher of water in the fridge with some meyer lemon wedges & fresh mint sprigs in it. it s refreshing, tasty, and adds no calories or unhealthy sweetener to your diet. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Swing Time: How to save par Jul 8, 2009
For you to pull this shot off on the course means that you must have practiced with each of your sand wedges, knowing precisely how high you move the ball with the varying lofts. The more wedges you carry, the more you need to practice with each one of them, knowing intimately well which angle is best suited for the shot at hand ... Observe where you have to land the ball to get the same results with the two different wedges. (Minnetonka Lakeshore Weekly News, MN)
Woods backs change Jul 7, 2009
The rule, implemented by the U.S. Golf Association (USGA) and Royal and Ancient Golf Club (RA), means that from the start of 2010 the U-shaped grooves on wedges will be banned in favor of V-shaped grooves, with the intention of rewarding accurate driving over distance hitting. Research by the USGA has shown that U-shaped grooves allow top players to generate much more spin when playing the ball out of the rough, making the ball come to a quick stop on the green. (CNN -- International)
Wie fires 65, trails by one Jul 4, 2009
"I do want my wedges to get a lot better," Wie said. "Those are the scoring clubs.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
PG South: Lebo's Maynard fine tunes his game Jul 2, 2009
He cites his wedges and play around the green as another strength of his game. "I've been working more on my putting this year than most," Maynard said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PGA TOUR: Not stopping plans to implement groove changes Jul 1, 2009
Some players already have irons that conform, but most will have to change their wedges. The rule won't affect woods. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tour to go ahead with groove changes Jul 1, 2009
(AP) -PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem has decided not to delay a new rule next year that will change the grooves in irons and wedges. The USGA notified players and equipment manufacturers last year that effective Jan. 1, the dimensions in the grooves would change dramatically to create less spin on shots. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Heat and sweet harmonize in agave chicken dish Jun 25, 2009
Lime wedges, for garnish ... Serve with lime wedges. (North County Times)
Sangria: a happy 'fruit salad' Jun 24, 2009
Ingredients:A fifth of dry red wine 2 cups of orange/peach/mango juice1 cup spiced rum1 orange, cut in wedges1 peach, pitted and cut in wedges1 mango, pitted and cut in wedges1 apple, cored and cut in wedges 1 pear, cored and diced1 lime, thinly sliced. Directions: 1. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Goggin: Keeping your little campers ever-prepared Jun 24, 2009
1 large mango, peeled, pitted, cut into thin wedges. Spray sheet of foil with nonstick spray. (Athens Banner-Herald)
U.S. OPEN: Barnes Sets Record Jun 21, 2009
Woods lost a shot after needing two wedges to reach the green on the par-4 15th, his sixth hole of the day, and then made birdie at No. 18 to make the turn 1 under for the day and 3 over for the week. The projected cut was 4 over. (Fox News)
Manalani's: healthy plate lunches with kick Jun 20, 2009
My choice, because it seemed so odd, was a mini plate of the slow-roasted beef with mushroom gravy, which can be served over flat noodles or jasmine saffron rice ($6; $10 for full plate with green salad), strangely garnished with pineapple wedges. This was good, plain, hearty stuff that, I bet, harks back to Nielsen's Milwaukee roots. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Falcons Trying to Keep Special Teams Special Jun 20, 2009
The biggest special teams rule change calls for just two-man wedges on kickoff returns ... Some severe injuries have been suffered while trying to bust up three- and four-man wedges. (DirtyBirdDigest.com)
Celizic: Fun just beginning Jun 19, 2009
Even full wedges dont always stop when the greens are as firm as theyre meant to be. So some of the shots lost on the fairways will be given back on the greens. (MSNBC -- Sports)
