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LHS Episode #634: The Weekender CXLIV

October 13th, 2026 | Author:

Show Notes

Random Topic:

  • Public Opinion requested: Keep the Weekender episodes?

This Weekend in Hedonism

  • Cheryl’s Recipe Corner
    • Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce and Arrocito
      • Description:
        • This is a recipe I served in the house for YEARS, and we loved it.  Super easy to prepare, and everyone will rave about it!
      • Ingredients:
        • 1 whole chicken (4 lbs./1.8 kg or smaller)
        • 2 tbsp (30 mL) vegetable oil
        • Juice from ½ small lime (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)
        • 2 tsp (10 mL) sugar
        • 1½ tsp (7 mL) ground cumin
        • 1 tsp (5 mL) ground paprika
        • 1 tsp (5 mL) ground oregano
        • 1 tsp (5 mL) salt
        • ½ tsp (2 mL) black pepper
        • 4 garlic cloves, pressed
      • Directions:
        • Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel. Combine the remaining chicken ingredients in a small bowl and coat the chicken with the mixture.
        • Set your Air Fryer* to Roast (approximately 400 degrees).
        • Tie the legs together with a 12" (30-cm) piece of cooking twine. Tie the wings against the breasts with a 24" (61-cm) piece of twine (Making sure the string doesn’t touch the sides of the heating element). Place the chicken on the Sheet Pan.
        • When your air fryer reaches the desired temperature, add your chicken. Rotate the pan halfway through cooking.
        • Check the temperature of the chicken toward the end of cooking and add additional time as needed, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
    • Peruvian Green Sauce
      • Ingredients:
        • ½ medium bunch cilantro with stems (about 24 sprigs)
        • 1 jalapeño, seeds removed
        • Juice from ½ small lime
        • 2 garlic cloves, pressed
        • ¼ cup (60 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
        • 1 tbsp (15 mL) white vinegar
        • ¼ tsp + ⅛ tsp (1.5 mL) salt
        • ½ cup (125 mL) mayonnaise
      • Directions:
        • Combine the sauce ingredients in a Blender or Food Processor and pulse until combined. Serve the sauce with Peruvian Chicken.
    • Arrocito (Peruvian Garlic Rice)
      • Ingredients:
        • 4 tablespoons oil
        • 4 cloves garlic, minced
        • 2 cups (400g) long grain white rice
        • 2 ½ cups (600mL) water
        • 1 teaspoon sea salt
        • Large pinch cumin
      • Directions:
        • In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add garlic, sautéing until fragrant but not brown. Add rice and cook in the oil for a minute or two, until some grains begin to look golden.
        • Add water, salt, and cumin to the pan and bring to a boil. Cover with lid and reduce heat to maintain a simmer for 15 minutes (avoid lifting the lid during this time), until the liquid has been absorbed. Fluff rice with a fork, remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.
    • Notes:
      • *If you don’t own or don’t want to use your air fryer, bake at 400 degrees for approximately 1 hour, or until internal temp reaches 165 degrees.
      • You can substitute pieces of chicken, instead of using a whole chicken.  Depending on how much chicken you’re preparing, you may have to increase your coating mixture.  Again, cook the chicken to an internal temp of 165 degrees.
      • I cheat… on nights I don’t want to mess with grocery shopping and “slicing and dicing”, I use dried Cilantro, Jarred pre-diced jalapenos and “Jarlic”
      • The garlic rice is always a hit, and Russ was a huge fan of having some steamed Cauliflower with this dish - the Green Sauce was usually drizzled over the rice and Cauliflower as well - so I always made extra sauce!
  • Bill’s Whatever Corner
    • Item: Drekker Brewing Company of Fargo, ND - Brunch Bubbz Fruited Sour Ale/Mimosa Sour
    • Description: This new mimosa sour carefully conjured by our brewing wizards makes waking up early WORTH IT. It’s got a fresh orange and nice crisp champagne adjacent flavor, with the effervescence turned up a notch for that mimosa-y bubblefest on the tastebuds. 
    • Down & Dirty: Bright, fresh orange flavor with a crisp, champagne-like effervescence designed to mimic a classic mimosa.
    • FYI: Lactose & Gluten Free
    • ABV: 5.0%

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    • Come hang out with us on Minecraft!
      • Where are our Minecraft players at?  We have 2 Minecraft Servers, and we’d love to have you join us.  Because of past issues of random unknown people wrecking some havoc on the servers, we HAVE to Whitelist you.  Make sure you let us know what your username is, so we can do that!
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    • We need your feedback!
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    • Memorial Service for Russ, K5TUX
      • We are down to just a few weeks before the Memorial party, for Russ, that will happen at our home in SW Missouri!  November 1, 2026 - noon to 5pm!  Everyone is welcome, but I need you to RSVP IMMEDIATELY as the food truck that will be feeding all of us (my treat!) needs a final headcount by October 20th.
      • We will be doing the fun stuff Russ loved to do… first off, meeting those that helped shape Russ’s life through Ham Radio, his job/computers, music, poker and random friends.  There will Texas Hold’em Poker, Bowling, playing Pool, arcade video games, maybe some Geocaching, Cards Against Humanity, etc.  The guest book will be a permanent thing, doing an art project that Russ enjoyed doing.  I hope Bill will have time to set up a radio or two for folks to play with (I’m still trying to get Russ’s callsign turned into a Memorial… I’ve seen faster snails!). And FOOD!  We’ll be serving foods that Russ LOVED and we’ve put a fun spin on them by making each of them into a “fusion taco”!  There will be desserts and such, too… so come hungry, if you’re joining us!
      • If you’d like to join us, please send an email to [email protected] and we’ll send you more info!
      • Facebook event page: https://lhs.fyi/mem
  • Feedback:
    • Hi, I’ve been enjoying Linux in the Ham Shack — the way your show notes always surface free and open-source ham software is exactly why I’m writing. I run morsecodetranslater.com, a free Morse code translator that runs entirely in the browser: instant text to Morse, full alphabet chart, timing guides. Nothing to install, which makes it handy for quick demos. Would you consider mentioning it on the show or in the show notes? I know Morse decoders have come up as a topic before. Happy to send a one-liner you can read as-is. Just reply yes if you’re up for it. Mudassir Hussain

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LHS Episode #633: 18 Years of LHS

October 6th, 2026 | Author:

Show Notes

Featured Topic:

  • Happy Birthday to Linux in the Ham Shack!!
    • Our very first episode dropped on October 7th, 2008
    • Our hosts, over the years:
      • Richard Bailey KB5JBV wanted to start a podcast talking about Linux and Ham Radio (to go with his Resonant Frequency Podcast and Richard’s Radio Adventures).  He put out a call for anyone that was familiar with both departments, and Russ Woodman was the only one that responded.  Richard felt Russ would be an asset because of Russ’s extensive background in Linux and the fact that he had been a ham radio operator for over 15 years at that point. Russ started using Unix in 1987, then switched to Linux in 1991.  His Ham Radio journey began 1993, as N1UYE as a Tech Plus, testing at Aroostook Ham Radio Club in Presque Isle, Maine (where he was living at the time).  He got his general few months later and was assigned N1WAO.  In 2000 he moved to Missouri; he accepted employment at Northern Arkansas Telephone (NATCO) as their Senior Systems Administrator, and rapidly switched them from Windows to Linux.  Within a few months of moving, he was assigned KC0HWX.  Then the rules for Vanity signs changed, and he got K5TUX to reflect his love for Linux in February 2005. At the end of episode 100, which was February 25, 2013, Richard stepped down.  
      • Harrison, VE2HKW, guest hosted #101 with Russ.
      • Rob from the MintCast guest hosted #102 with Russ
      • Pete Landry, VE2XPL, steps up as a permanent host for #103, which was April 3, 2013.  He stayed with us until episode #157 - which was recorded on December 14, 2015.
      • Cheryl Jones, KE0NLC/W5MOO, seems to have come onto the scene, pre-license, on episode #121 - which was January 15, 2014 and my 42nd birthday.  She had been introduced to Ham Radio (and Linux) in April 2000 when Russ moved to Missouri after a long-distance relationship with Cheryl since 1995.  She got her Tech license at Hamvention in 2017 - originally assigned KE0NLC (General license at Hamvention in 2018).  After REFUSING to use Linux for years, she was thrust into using it in 2005… but Russ didn’t trust her to do anything from a command line.  Desktop only!
      • Richard Gordon, KD0RG/K0EB, who previously did Low SWR podcast, stepped up as a permanent host on #161 which was recorded on January 29, 2016; he managed to survive that bumpy ride until episode #168, which happened on April 25, 2016
      • Bill Stearns, KE4RGH/NE4RD, became our super-duper permanent host as of #168… and as of tonight, he’s been here through thick and thin, a ton of Hamventions (8, because we lost a year due to Covid), Russ getting cranky like a toddler at Hamvention (we think it was because he was Hangry), for 465 episodes.  He joined the show on May 9, 2016, and joined us at Hamvention 2017… which was the first year it happened at the Green County Fairgrounds in Xenia, Ohio!  His secondary mission from May 9, 2016 until Hamvention 2017 was to back Russ up in pestering Cheryl to get her license! :-) Because of Russ not being as motivated as he should have been, he recorded 167 episodes in 7 1/2 years (22ish episodes a year).  Bill kept him motivated, and we recorded 437 episodes in just under 10 years (so we doubled the amount of episodes we were releasing!).  Bill is such a slave-driver!
    • We all recorded our year-end episode on December 18th, 2025, with a planned return on January 11th, 2026 after our usual “holiday break”.  This would be the last episode Russ would be a part of.
    • Russ Woodman became a silent key on January 14, 2026 after spending 16 days in Intensive Care - Cheryl and Bill took a break from the podcast for a few months to try to recover and regroup, and started recording the podcast again on March 1, 2026 which was episode #606.
    • My hope is that we’ll be here for another 18 years and another 633 episodes.

Announcements & Feedback:

  • Announcements:
    • Support the show!  
      • Support us via Patreon, Paypal, Merch, Sharing the Podcast via Social Media, and Rating Us in your Podcast Application! Your support allows us to continue to pay to host and produce the 18+ years of the podcast and participate in person at Hamvention!  We have $2/$5/$10 monthly subscriptions via Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/lhspodcast) or you can set up to send us a recurring payment (monthly or yearly) via PayPal ([email protected])
    • Come hang out with us on Minecraft!
      • It’s been ages since we reminded folks about this, but… in case you missed it, we have 2 Minecraft Servers, and we’d love to have you join us.  Because of past issues of random unknown people creating some havoc on the servers, we HAVE to Whitelist you.  Make sure you let us know what your username is, so we can do that!
      • minecraft.lhspodcast.info
      • minecraft.bluecows.com
    • We need your feedback!
      • Comments, Questions, Show Topic Ideas! Go ahead and send us hate mail, too… we get bored and need something to read and comment on!  Email us at [email protected]
    • Memorial Service for Russ, K5TUX
      • There will be a memorial service held for Russ at our home in Mt. Vernon, Missouri on November 1, 2026.  Everyone is welcome!  We will be doing the fun stuff Russ loved to do… Texas Hold’em Poker, Bowling, playing Pool, maybe some Geocaching, Cards Against Humanity, etc.  And FOOD!  Serving foods that Russ LOVED and we’ve put a fun spin on them!  If you’d like to join us, please send an email to [email protected] and we’ll send you more info!
      • Facebook event page: https://lhs.fyi/mem
  • Feedback:
    • Email from Bob VK1ED
      • Dear Bill and Cheryl Been a listener of the show for a couple of years now, and love the podcast. I listen regularly to the podcast in the car on my travels, and when I have listened to the current podcast, I occasionally go back through the back catalog for interesting episodes, especially on the longer trips from Canberra to Sydney (about 3 hours each way). Love the talks on Pale ales and IPA’s and now have a deeper appreciation than I have had in years. On ideas for topics, nothing to provide as a clear topic, however, very much a proponent of software integration, especially with the uptake of Linux in the Ham shack (I think we know the reasons why) with many now dipping their toes in the water. The wider range of apps now being available for Linux and Android/iOS (partly due to AI development) A wider range of apps now implementing the protocols
      • So any deep dive episodes talking about 
        • XML-RPC
        • TCI
        • WSJT-X/JTDX UDP Prot ocol
        • UDP Unicast/Multicast/Broadcast
        • TCP/IP Sockets
      • in relation with some real world apps would be of real interest.
      • Working in IT Infrastructure since the Z80 days, with an additional background in software design, and this included EDI since the late 80s, I don’t generally have a problem with understanding it and implementing it, including visualising the bigger picture, but I am noticing that many Hams have never ventured down this path working on a single PC model (everything on inter-communicating on single PC). I am just about to publish some web articles on the Ultimate Ham Shack PC/Network Setup (naturally using Linux) and really keen to hear how others utilise the technology and what works best for them. Anyhow keep up the great work, and thank you to Cheryl for the unexpected mention as a listener on the last episode  - my first time on LHS Discord. Regards Bob (VK1ED)

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LHS Episode #633: 18 Years of LHS

October 6th, 2026 | Author:

Show Notes

Featured Topic:

  • Happy Birthday to Linux in the Ham Shack!!
    • Our very first episode dropped on October 7th, 2008
    • Our hosts, over the years:
      • Richard Bailey KB5JBV wanted to start a podcast talking about Linux and Ham Radio (to go with his Resonant Frequency Podcast and Richard’s Radio Adventures).  He put out a call for anyone that was familiar with both departments, and Russ Woodman was the only one that responded.  Richard felt Russ would be an asset because of Russ’s extensive background in Linux and the fact that he had been a ham radio operator for over 15 years at that point. Russ started using Unix in 1987, then switched to Linux in 1991.  His Ham Radio journey began 1993, as N1UYE as a Tech Plus, testing at Aroostook Ham Radio Club in Presque Isle, Maine (where he was living at the time).  He got his general few months later and was assigned N1WAO.  In 2000 he moved to Missouri; he accepted employment at Northern Arkansas Telephone (NATCO) as their Senior Systems Administrator, and rapidly switched them from Windows to Linux.  Within a few months of moving, he was assigned KC0HWX.  Then the rules for Vanity signs changed, and he got K5TUX to reflect his love for Linux in February 2005. At the end of episode 100, which was February 25, 2013, Richard stepped down.  
      • Harrison, VE2HKW, guest hosted #101 with Russ.
      • Rob from the MintCast guest hosted #102 with Russ
      • Pete Landry, VE2XPL, steps up as a permanent host for #103, which was April 3, 2013.  He stayed with us until episode #157 - which was recorded on December 14, 2015.
      • Cheryl Jones, KE0NLC/W5MOO, seems to have come onto the scene, pre-license, on episode #121 - which was January 15, 2014 and my 42nd birthday.  She had been introduced to Ham Radio (and Linux) in April 2000 when Russ moved to Missouri after a long-distance relationship with Cheryl since 1995.  She got her Tech license at Hamvention in 2017 - originally assigned KE0NLC (General license at Hamvention in 2018).  After REFUSING to use Linux for years, she was thrust into using it in 2005… but Russ didn’t trust her to do anything from a command line.  Desktop only!
      • Richard Gordon, KD0RG/K0EB, who previously did Low SWR podcast, stepped up as a permanent host on #161 which was recorded on January 29, 2016; he managed to survive that bumpy ride until episode #168, which happened on April 25, 2016
      • Bill Stearns, KE4RGH/NE4RD, became our super-duper permanent host as of #168… and as of tonight, he’s been here through thick and thin, a ton of Hamventions (8, because we lost a year due to Covid), Russ getting cranky like a toddler at Hamvention (we think it was because he was Hangry), for 465 episodes.  He joined the show on May 9, 2016, and joined us at Hamvention 2017… which was the first year it happened at the Green County Fairgrounds in Xenia, Ohio!  His secondary mission from May 9, 2016 until Hamvention 2017 was to back Russ up in pestering Cheryl to get her license! :-) Because of Russ not being as motivated as he should have been, he recorded 167 episodes in 7 1/2 years (22ish episodes a year).  Bill kept him motivated, and we recorded 437 episodes in just under 10 years (so we doubled the amount of episodes we were releasing!).  Bill is such a slave-driver!
    • We all recorded our year-end episode on December 18th, 2025, with a planned return on January 11th, 2026 after our usual “holiday break”.  This would be the last episode Russ would be a part of.
    • Russ Woodman became a silent key on January 14, 2026 after spending 16 days in Intensive Care - Cheryl and Bill took a break from the podcast for a few months to try to recover and regroup, and started recording the podcast again on March 1, 2026 which was episode #606.
    • My hope is that we’ll be here for another 18 years and another 633 episodes.

Announcements & Feedback:

  • Announcements:
    • Support the show!  
      • Support us via Patreon, Paypal, Merch, Sharing the Podcast via Social Media, and Rating Us in your Podcast Application! Your support allows us to continue to pay to host and produce the 18+ years of the podcast and participate in person at Hamvention!  We have $2/$5/$10 monthly subscriptions via Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/lhspodcast) or you can set up to send us a recurring payment (monthly or yearly) via PayPal ([email protected])
    • Come hang out with us on Minecraft!
      • It’s been ages since we reminded folks about this, but… in case you missed it, we have 2 Minecraft Servers, and we’d love to have you join us.  Because of past issues of random unknown people creating some havoc on the servers, we HAVE to Whitelist you.  Make sure you let us know what your username is, so we can do that!
      • minecraft.lhspodcast.info
      • minecraft.bluecows.com
    • We need your feedback!
      • Comments, Questions, Show Topic Ideas! Go ahead and send us hate mail, too… we get bored and need something to read and comment on!  Email us at [email protected]
    • Memorial Service for Russ, K5TUX
      • There will be a memorial service held for Russ at our home in Mt. Vernon, Missouri on November 1, 2026.  Everyone is welcome!  We will be doing the fun stuff Russ loved to do… Texas Hold’em Poker, Bowling, playing Pool, maybe some Geocaching, Cards Against Humanity, etc.  And FOOD!  Serving foods that Russ LOVED and we’ve put a fun spin on them!  If you’d like to join us, please send an email to [email protected] and we’ll send you more info!
      • Facebook event page: https://lhs.fyi/mem
  • Feedback:
    • Email from Bob VK1ED
      • Dear Bill and Cheryl Been a listener of the show for a couple of years now, and love the podcast. I listen regularly to the podcast in the car on my travels, and when I have listened to the current podcast, I occasionally go back through the back catalog for interesting episodes, especially on the longer trips from Canberra to Sydney (about 3 hours each way). Love the talks on Pale ales and IPA’s and now have a deeper appreciation than I have had in years. On ideas for topics, nothing to provide as a clear topic, however, very much a proponent of software integration, especially with the uptake of Linux in the Ham shack (I think we know the reasons why) with many now dipping their toes in the water. The wider range of apps now being available for Linux and Android/iOS (partly due to AI development) A wider range of apps now implementing the protocols
      • So any deep dive episodes talking about 
        • XML-RPC
        • TCI
        • WSJT-X/JTDX UDP Prot ocol
        • UDP Unicast/Multicast/Broadcast
        • TCP/IP Sockets
      • in relation with some real world apps would be of real interest.
      • Working in IT Infrastructure since the Z80 days, with an additional background in software design, and this included EDI since the late 80s, I don’t generally have a problem with understanding it and implementing it, including visualising the bigger picture, but I am noticing that many Hams have never ventured down this path working on a single PC model (everything on inter-communicating on single PC). I am just about to publish some web articles on the Ultimate Ham Shack PC/Network Setup (naturally using Linux) and really keen to hear how others utilise the technology and what works best for them. Anyhow keep up the great work, and thank you to Cheryl for the unexpected mention as a listener on the last episode  - my first time on LHS Discord. Regards Bob (VK1ED)

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LHS Episode #632: 44Net Connect with John Burwell KI5QKX

September 28th, 2026 | Author:

Show Notes

Featured Topic:

Announcements & Feedback:

  • Announcements:
    • Support the show!  
      • Support us via Patreon, Paypal, Merch, Sharing the Podcast via Social Media, and Rating Us in your Podcast Application! Your support allows us to continue to pay to host and produce the 18 years of the podcast and participate in person at Hamvention!  We have $2/$5/$10 monthly subscriptions via Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/cw/lhspodcast) or you can set up to send us a recurring payment ($2/$5/$10 monthly or $20 yearly) via PayPal ([email protected])
    • It’s (almost) our birthday!
      • The very first episode of LHS dropped on October 7, 2008.  Cheryl has been here from the beginning, silent until the episodes in the early 100’s (I was too busy chicken herding with Russ and Richard - then I got unceremoniously and unexpectedly popped into my current spot starting with episode #606) and Bill joined us on episode #168!  464 episodes as of tonight… he’s been a trooper!  I think we’re going to turn our early October 5th episode (NOTE:  We are not recording on Sunday, October 4th!) into a Birthday Party Episode!  Mark your calendar and make plans to join us!
    • Come hang out with us on Minecraft!
      • It’s been ages since we reminded folks about this, but… in case you missed it, we have 2 Minecraft Servers, and we’d love to have you join us.  And, to whoever left me the sign letting me know about the Creeper that blew up our train station… thanks!!  I think I’ve gotten the damage MOSTLY fixed! Connect with us to get you whitelisted
        • minecraft.lhspodcast.info
        • minecraft.bluecows.com
    • We need your feedback!
      • Comments, Questions, Show Topic Ideas! Go ahead and send us hate mail, too… we get bored and need something to read and comment on!  Email us at [email protected]
    • Memorial Service for Russ, K5TUX
      • There will be a memorial service held for Russ at our home in Mt. Vernon, Missouri on November 1, 2026.  Everyone is welcome!  If you’d like to join us, please send an email to [email protected] and we’ll send you more info!
      • Facebook event page: https://lhs.fyi/mem

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LHS Episode #631: FreeDV and RADE with Mooneer Salem K6AQ

September 21st, 2026 | Author:

Show Notes

Featured Topic:

Announcements & Feedback:

  • Announcements:
    • Support the show!  
      • Support us via Patreon, Paypal, Merch, Sharing the Podcast via Social Media, and Rating Us in your Podcast Application! Your support allows us to continue to pay to host and produce the 18 years of the podcast and participate in person at Hamvention!
    • Come hang out with us on Minecraft!
      • We have 2 Minecraft Servers, and we’d love to have you join us!
    • We need your feedback!
    • Memorial Service for Russ, K5TUX
      • There will be a memorial service held for Russ at our home in Mt. Vernon, Missouri on November 1, 2026.  Everyone is welcome!  If you’d like to join us, please send an email to [email protected] and we’ll send you more info!
      • Facebook event page: https://lhs.fyi/mem
  • Feedback:
    • Email from Mike, AE8U
      • I am interested in the Ambassador Program. I am an avid Linux user and run my entire station with it. What is involved in the program? Also, I have developed a new Desktop application that has lots of features. It runs as a Browser app. It has a station startup tab, a Station operation tab, a logging tab - which includes linking to your WRL Logging, an Automatic FT8 function, a CW send/decode application, and lots more. It is designed to run in Debian, and I run it as a Linux Mint app. I plan to offer it for free just to promote our hobby once I am done with having it Beta Tested. If you are interested in checking it out, please email me with your GitHub username. 73 and all the best, Mike,  AE8U

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LHS Episode #630: The Weekender CXLIII

September 14th, 2026 | Author:

Show Notes

Random Topic:

This Weekend in Hedonism

  • Cheryl’s Recipe Corner
    • California Roll Cucumber Salad
    • Description:
      • Russ and I used to go out for Sushi several times a month, but I’ve only had sushi 4 times since he died… so, the craving is real.  This viral California roll cucumber salad is what I make when I want something cold, creamy, and ridiculously easy. It has all the flavors that make a California roll so good, but instead of rolling sushi, everything gets tossed together in one bowl or container for a super simple shortcut. It’s fresh, light, savory, and ready in minutes, which makes it perfect for lunch, a healthy side, a quick snack or a light dinner.
    • Ingredients
      • 1 Large English Cucumber
      • 6-8 oz Imitation Crab, Diced
      • ½ Large Avocado (I use the AvoFresco Avocado/Sea Salt Squeeze Avocado)
      • 2 Tablespoons Kewpie Mayo
      • 2 Tablespoons Whipped Cream Cheese
      • 1 ½ Teaspoon Soy Sauce
      • 2 Teaspoons Sesame Seeds
    • Directions
      • In a bowl or large deli container (which is PERFECT), add the mayo, cream cheese, avocado, and soy sauce. Stir together until smooth, and no avocado lumps remain. 
      • Using a mandolin or sharp knife, slice the cucumber into ⅛ inch thick slices. 
      • Add the sliced cucumber, imitation crab, and sesame seeds to the deli container.
      • Put on the lid and shake until all ingredients are evenly coated. Eat immediately, either directly from the jar or serve in a bowl and top with additional sesame seeds to garnish
    • Notes:
      • Add a little crumbled seaweed or torn nori on top right before serving.  Furikake seasoning is PERFECT!
      • Add shredded carrots or peppers for more veggies.
      • Add cooked rice or crispy rice to make it more filling. I personally use sushi rice, which is long grain rice that you season with Rice Vinegar, Granulated Sugar and 
      • Add Furikake (recommended, as it has sesame seeds and tiny pieces of Nori), everything bagel seasoning or extra sesame seeds on top for more texture and crunch.
      • Stir a little Sriracha into the dressing or drizzle spicy mayo (make at home with Kewpie Mayo, Sriracha and a dash of Sesame Oil) over the top for a spicy California roll cucumber salad.
      • Serve it over rice or alongside salmon, shrimp, or edamame.
      • This salad is best eaten right after making it because the cucumber stays crispest that way. If you do have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge and eat within 1 day. Just know the cucumbers will soften and release some water as they sit, so the texture is definitely best fresh.
  • Cheryl’s Mixed Drink Corner
    • Japanese Slipper
    • Description:
      • This Japanese Slipper cocktail is a vibrant, citrusy drink made with just three ingredients: Midori, Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice. Bright green and perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, it’s a simple yet striking cocktail that’s ideal for parties or an easy at-home happy hour.
    • Ingredients
      • 3 ounces Midori (or melon liqueur)
      • 3 ounces Cointreau (or some other orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or inexpensive triple sec)
      • 3 ounces lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
      • Garnish: 4 maraschino cherries
    • Directions
      • Fill the shaker halfway with ice.
      • Add Midori, Cointreau and lemon juice
      • Cap shaker and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds.
      • Divide and pour into the liquid in the martini glass and add the maraschino cherry
      • Garnish with the maraschino cherries
      • Sip, smile, and enjoy.
  • Bill’s Whatever Corner
    • Item: Freemont Brewing Extra Lush Triple IPA
    • Description: Extra Lush is triple the tropical treat from the Pacific Northwest. Brewed with three times the amount of hand-selected malts and tropical hops. Live the Extra Lush Life!
    • Down & Dirty: 2-Row Pale malt with Citra, Mosaic, Citra Cryo, Mosaic Quantum Brite, and Citra Quantum Brite hops.
    • Color: Light orange
    • Aroma: Citrusy aromas of orange and grapefruit, resinous pine, stone fruit, and pineapple.
    • Flavor: Gently sweet, mildly bitter, no saltiness and no sourness.
    • Availability: Year-Round
    • ABV: 9.8% 80 IBU

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