PUZZLE NO. 654
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WEEKLY RECIPE
WEEK OF MARCH 31 TO APRIL 6, 2013
These drumsticks will cause a sen- sation the next time you barbecue. They’ll be so popular that it would probably be best to double or triple the recipe! INGREDIENTS: - 8 to 12 chicken drumsticks - 2 litres (8 cups) chicken broth - 1 onion, quartered - 4 whole garlic cloves - 2 whole cloves - 1 bay leaf - Crushed pepper, to taste MARINADE: - 250 ml (1 cup) pure maple syrup - 30 ml (2 soup spoons) Meaux mustard - 50 ml (1/4 cup) Canola oil - 5 ml (1 tsp) ground black pepper - 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) Cayenne pepper - 10 ml (2 tsp) garlic salt - 2-3 sprigs of fresh thyme or 2.5 ml (1/2 tsp) dried thyme Grilled maple and spiced drumsticks
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: ARIES, TAURUS, AND GEMINI.
ARIES You’re feeling very optimistic and your head is swimming with ideas. Even though you’re a bit of a dreamer sometimes, you are nonetheless a person of action and you are certain to realize your dreams. TAURUS You have a little bit of the winter blues. Shake them off by starting to look for some good travel deals and treating your- self to a last minute trip. GEMINI You feel the need to clean up your circle of friends. You don’t enjoy being in a crowd and would much prefer to tackle all the little things that you’ve been putting off doing. CANCER A nice promotion could be awaiting you at work. There will be a lot of added respon- sibilities to begin with, so a bit of perse- verance will be required. LEO Don’t be afraid of change on a profes- sional level. Even if having to take some type of training challenges your time management skills, you are sure to come out a winner. VIRGO Now that the lease is coming up for renewal you’re seriously thinking about moving and purchasing your own home. Weigh all the options, but above all, allow yourself to dream. LIBRA Take the time to weigh your words so as not to aggravate a conflict between loved ones. Generally speaking, you bring har- mony wherever you go. SCORPIO Stores have started to advertise their spring fashion sales; you won’t be able to resist the temptation to renew your wardrobe this week. Be careful to spend only what you have. SAGITTARIUS You start the week on a positive note, feeling as if you can conquer the world and ready to taste adventure. Be sure to consult all the right people if you’re thinking about going on a trip. CAPRICORN There is a lot of action bubbling within your family. You may be thinking about a business opportunity that could suc- ceed and be profitable in a short period of time. AQUARIUS You may be feeling very tired; now is the time to learn how to let yourself be spoiled by your loved ones, especially by your lover. PISCES You will receive loads of invitations to participate in many different activities. If you’re single, some suitors will try and outdo each other in their attempts to impress you.
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ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 654
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PUZZLE NO. 390
METHOD : Put the drumsticks in enough water to cover and boil for 5 minutes. Discard the cooking water and return the drumsticks to the pan with the chicken broth and the other ingredients, except the marinade. Bring to a boil and con- tinue cooking on medium heat for 15 minutes. Prepare the marinade by mixing all the ingredients together. Remove the drumsticks from the broth and place them in the marinade. Marinate for one hour in the refrigera- tor, turning often. Preheat the barbe- cue on maximum for 5 minutes then reduce the heat to minimum. Place the drumsticks on the BBQ and reheat for 10 minutes, turning often. Serve with new potatoes and vegetable packets. Recipe: Chicken Farmers of Canada, www.chicken.ca
ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 390
HOW TO PLAY: Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once. Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column, or 3x3 box .
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