Japanese Popcorn Shrimp

Tempura flour, cold water, shrimp, vegetable oil for frying. Batter the shrimp, fry at 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) for one to two minutes until golden and crispy. Toss in a sauce of mayonnaise and chili garlic paste. Garnish with chopped chives or green …

FDA investigating 3 new outbreaks

The Food and Drug Administration is investigating three new outbreaks of foodborne illnesses. The outbreaks involve the Cyclospora parasite, Salmonella and Listeria. For the Cyclospora outbreak, the FDA reports there are 72 patients. The outbreak apparently is not part of a larger 34-state Cyclospora outbreak …

Sparkling Maple Blueberry Cocktail

I made this cocktail for a fall brunch when someone asked for something that was not a mimosa but still had bubbles. Cooking fresh blueberries with maple syrup on the stove produced a thick, dark syrup that smelled like autumn in a saucepan. Strained, cooled, …