EXPRESS LANE : ON THE TABLE IN 30 MINUTES OR LESS.Use leftover roast beef or roast beef from the deli for this delicious salad, great for dinner on warm-weather days. If time is of the essence A phrase in a contract that means that performance by one party at or within the period specified in the contract is necessary to enable that party to require performance by the other party. Failure to act within the time required constitutes a breach of the contract. , pick up cut broccoli florets in a supermarket produce department or salad bar. SESAME BEEF AND BROCCOLI SALAD Water 5 cups broccoli florets (about 1 pound) 1/4 cup sesame seeds 1 pound thinly sliced rare roast beef, cut into 1/2-inch wide strips 1 large red bell pepper, cut into thin strips 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup sesame oil Noun 1. sesame oil - oil obtained from sesame seeds vegetable oil, oil - any of a group of liquid edible fats that are obtained from plants benniseed, sesame seed - small oval seeds of the sesame plant 1/4 cup red wine vinegar Noun 1. wine vinegar - vinegar made from wine vinegar, acetum - sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper red pepper: see pepper. 12 romaine lettuce leaves In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook broccoli over high heat until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour into a colander, rinse under cold running water and drain well. In a small skillet, toast sesame seeds over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 3 minutes. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, beef, red bell pepper and sesame seeds. In a small bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, sesame oil, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and crushed red pepper until well blended. Pour dressing over beef mixture and toss gently. Line a platter with lettuce leaves and spoon beef mixture over lettuce leaves. Makes 4 to 6 servings. From ``365 Great 20-Minute Recipes,'' by Beverly Cox, HarperCollins. Express To Go LAS FUENTES, 18415 Vanowen Street, Reseda (818) 708-3344. The friend who recommended La Fuentes noted that this is a ``can't lose pick'' for quick takeout food that is ``cheap, fast and delicious.'' She was right. The family-run restaurant offers delicious homemade Mexican fare including tacos, burritos, tortas (sandwiches), quesadillas, combination plates, nachos, taquitos, flautas, tostadas, tamales and more. We opted to try the Plato de Carne Asada
v. smoth·ered, smoth·er·ing, smoth·ers v.tr. 1. a. To suffocate (another). b. To deprive (a fire) of the oxygen necessary for combustion. 2. with cheese), guacamole on lettuce, a roasted green chili and tortillas. The thin, large steak was a bit chewy chew·y adj. chew·i·er, chew·i·est Needing much chewing: chewy candy. chew  i·ness n. , but tasty. Accompaniments were good - and portions were large. The beef tostada ($3.95) was also generous - and came topped with guacamole and sour cream. It had great flavor, but would have more been more colorful and attractive if garnished with shredded cheese and chopped fresh tomatoes. Although the chicken tamale Tamale (təmä`lē), town (1984 pop. 136,828), capital of the Northern Region, N Ghana. It is a road junction and agricultural trade and education center. ($1.95 each; $13.80 per dozen) had good flavor, the chicken filling was skimpy skimp·y adj. skimp·i·er, skimp·i·est 1. Inadequate, as in size or fullness, especially through economizing or stinting: a skimpy meal. 2. Unduly thrifty; niggardly. in the one we sampled. Beef and sweet tamales (with pineapple and raisins) are also available. If tortas strike your fancy, you can order marinated pork ($3.40), cut-up beef steak ($3.50), breast of chicken ($3.40), ham ($3.40) or Mexican pork sausage mixed with eggs ($3.40). All come on French-type bread with tomatoes, jalapenos, avocado, onions, cheese, beans and sour cream. Burritos (shredded beef, chicken, bean and cheese, vegetarian and chile relleno style) range from $2.65 to $3.95. Combination plates with beans and rice (and some also with guacamole and tortillas range from $3.50 to $6.40. Two thin-sliced char-broiled pork chops or grilled freshwater trout or thin-sliced top sirloin or a chile relleno plate are each $6.40. A plate with a quesadilla que·sa·dil·la n. A flour tortilla folded in half around a savory filling, as of cheese or beans, then fried or toasted. [American Spanish, from Spanish, diminutive of quesada, , rice, beans and guacamole is $4.35. Nachos are available for $2.50 while two beef or chicken taquitos with sour cream, guacamole and cheese or a chicken or beef flauta flau·ta n. A corn tortilla rolled around a filling, such as beef, chicken, or cheese, into a thin cylinder and sometimes deep-fried. [Spanish, flute, probably from Old Provençal flaüt is $2.60. Don't forget to pack up a few of the salsas Salsas is a Portuguese parish in the district of Bragança. The population in 2001 is 424, its density is 16.5/km² and the area is 25.76 km². from the salsa bar, especially if you're getting food to go. Desserts range from homemade flan ($1.50) to Melody's Chocolate Cake ($1.49) to Vero's Pie de Queso (strawberries on top and whipped cream; $1.75). Takeout customers are advised to order ahead by phone to avoid long lines and long waits. Look for the separate line for pick-up orders to expedite getting in and out of the establishment in a timely fashion. Be forewarned - parking is limited and can be difficult, especially at peak dining hours. Use side streets, if necessary. Las Fuentes is open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Breakfast egg choices, which include beans, tortillas and coffee, range from $3.60 to $4.60. If you don't feel like ordering food to go, there are plenty of tables so you can dine in. This place is definitely worth a try and offers good value for the money. CAPTION(S): Photo Photo: no caption (LAS Fuentes) |
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