The "Other" Holidays: Arbor Day; Tree-Focused Day Plants Flavorful Ideas for Pork and Fruit Pairings.Business Editors & Food Writers NOTE TO MEDIA: Photo available on BW PhotoWire/AP PhotoExpress, NewsCom, PressLink and on Business Wire's Web site at www.businesswire.com DES MOINES Des Moines, city, United States Des Moines (dĭ moin`), city (1990 pop. 193,187), state capital and seat of Polk co., S central Iowa, at the junction of the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers; inc. , Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 2000 From Johnny Appleseed Johnny Appleseed: see Chapman, John. Johnny Appleseed See Chapman, John. , who sowed dozens of apple orchards in the early 1800s, to J. Sterling Morton, who planted one million trees for the first Arbor Day in 1872, many Americans have long recognized the importance of trees and the bounty they produce. On April 28, celebrate the fruits of their labors by enjoying a special Arbor Day picnic - featuring lean pork paired with fruit - in your backyard or at a neighborhood park. "Rather than keeping fruit on the sidelines On the sidelines An investor who decides not to invest due to market uncertainty. on the sidelines Of or relating to investors who, having assessed the market, have decided to avoid committing their funds. in salads or desserts, Arbor Day is the perfect opportunity to bring fruit center-stage by combining it with pork as the main attraction," says Robin Kline, a certified culinary professional and director of the Pork Information Bureau (PIB See NIST binary. ) for the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC NPPC National Pork Producers Council NPPC Northwest Power Planning Council (Olympia, Washington) NPPC National Pollution Prevention Center NPPC Net Periodic Pension Cost (finance) ). To bring fruit into the limelight, Kline suggests an Arbor Day picnic featuring Marinated Pork and Spicy Apple Butter Sandwiches that combines fresh apple slices and apple butter with lean, marinated pork. "Pork pairs well with many different flavors and ingredients, including a variety of fruits," says Kline. "Sweet-tart apples and lean pork are just one example of combining the sweet with the savory savory, name for any plant of the genus Satureja, aromatic herbs and subshrubs of the family Labiatae (mint family). Commonly cultivated as border ornamentals or potherbs are two species of the Mediterranean region and surrounding areas: summer savory (S. to create a mouth-watering mouth·wa·ter·ing or mouth-wa·ter·ing adj. Appealing to the sense of taste; appetizing: the mouthwatering aroma of a baking pie. Adj. 1. sandwich." Planning the Perfect Picnic Lounging under a shade tree for an Arbor Day picnic is the perfect occasion to enjoy the outdoors as well as the company of friends and family. And what better way to celebrate the day dedicated to earth's natural preserves than by hosting a meal al fresco. Kline offers down-to-earth suggestions for planning the perfect picnic: - Plan Ahead. The day before your outdoor gathering, develop an easily transportable menu and list of supplies. In the midst of grilling pork chops, you don't want to discover you've left your basting brush and tongs behind! - Remain Flexible. Flexibility is a key ingredient to a successful picnic. Rain doesn't have to spoil your day outdoors. Relocate your meal to a garden gazebo or covered porch to continue your outdoor gathering. - Choose a Theme. From a simple barbecue to an elegant champagne brunch, choosing a theme - like an Arbor Day celebration - can help an enjoyable meal blossom into a memorable experience. - Enjoy Mother Nature. Celebrating nature is paramount to outdoor entertaining. And, while most holidays remind us of past events, Arbor Day - set aside for the planting of young trees - is the perfect opportunity to celebrate new life and look toward the future. THE OTHER HOLIDAYS: ARBOR DAY Recipe Marinated Pork and Spicy Apple Butter Sandwiches 1 2-pound boneless pork loin 1 cup soy sauce 1 cup apple cider 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 1 cup apple butter 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1/8 teaspoon five spice 12 slices whole grain bread 1/3 cup Dijon-style mustard 1 large sweet-tart apple, cored and thinly sliced Lettuce leaves Place pork roast in self-sealing plastic bag; mix together soy sauce, apple cider
Apple cider is the name used especially in the United States and parts of Canada for a non-alcoholic beverage produced from apples by a process of pressing. , garlic and black pepper black pepper or pepper Perennial, woody climbing vine (Piper nigrum) of the family Piperaceae, native to India; also, the hotly pungent spice made from its berries. ; pour over pork, seal bag and refrigerate re·frig·er·ate tr.v. re·frig·er·at·ed, re·frig·er·at·ing, re·frig·er·ates 1. To cool or chill (a substance). 2. To preserve (food) by chilling. overnight (4-24 hours). Remove pork from marinade (discard marinade), place in shallow pan and roast in 350 degrees F. oven for 45 minutes to an hour, until internal temperature (measured with a meat thermometer) is 150-155 degrees F. Remove from oven, let rest 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in small bowl stir together apple butter, horseradish horseradish Hardy perennial plant (Armoracia lapathifolia) of the mustard family, native to Mediterranean lands and grown throughout the temperate zones. Its hotly pungent, fleshy root is used as a condiment and is traditionally considered medicinal. and five spice, taste for seasoning and add salt to taste. On one side of six slices of bread, spread a few tablespoons of apple butter. On other slices of bread, spread mustard. Layer apple slices on mustard-laced bread slices; place lettuce leaves on apple buttered bread slices. Thinly slice pork roast and place about 2 ounces of pork on apple slices. Wrap and refrigerate any leftover pork roast. Close sandwiches and serve, or wrap securely and travel to a park or orchard to dine alfresco. Serves six. Nutrient Information Per Serving: Calories: 370 Sodium: 1,010 mg Protein: 23 g Fat: 8 g Cholesterol: 40 mg Note: A Photo is available at URL URL in full Uniform Resource Locator Address of a resource on the Internet. The resource can be any type of file stored on a server, such as a Web page, a text file, a graphics file, or an application program. : http://www.businesswire.com/cgi-bin/photo.cgi?pw.032700/bw2 |
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