French Press Review

I received a Mr. Coffee French Press as a birthday gift from my sister several months ago and I have enjoyed it so much that I wanted to write a product review style post about the press. :)

The Mr. Coffee French Press comes in a box like this.

The componets to this french press include a 1 quart glass carafe, a metel and plastic frame with a handle, and a mesh plunger attached to the lid.

The instructions are very simple and easy to understand.

Step 1.
Bring water to a boil on stove.

Step 2.
Measure coffee grounds or tea leaves into the carafe.

Step 3.
Pour boiling water in and position the lid/plunger on top.

Step 4.
With even pressure push plunger all the way down. For tea allow the leaves to steep 3 to 5 minutes before plunging.

Now you can enjoy fresh coffee or tea with minimal effort and less counterspace being taken up by an appliance!

I really enjoy making loose leaf teas with my French Press and Mr. In The Mid-west really likes to make coffee with it.
In fact, he is thinking about buying one that he can keep at work so that he can make fresh coffee while on break.

The parts are easy to wash and it doesn't take a lot of space to store.
We really like our French Press and use it daily. A big, "Thank you!" to my sister for this gift!

What Is Different Is Not The Same: 011

Matthew 16:3

KJV
 And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowering. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?

NIV
and in the morning, ‘Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.


ESV
 And in the morning, ‘It will be stormy today, for the sky is red and threatening.’You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.


NRSV
And in the morning, ‘It will be stormy today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.


In which version does Jesus sound like a man, and in which versions does he sound like a pansy?

What Is Different Is Not The Same: 010

Matthew 15:8

KJV
This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.


NIV
“‘These people honor me with their lips,
    but their hearts are far from me.


ESV
“‘This people honors me with their lips,
    but their heart is far from me;


NRSV
‘This people honors me with their lips,
    but their hearts are far from me;

Sourdough Rye Onion Caraway Seed Rolls

I am going to be linking this post with the Sourdough Surprizes blog. This the last time they are doing a monthy challenge. (sniffle)
The theme was Holiday Breads. This recipe is kind of stretch, but since it is the last linky party they will be hosting they said I could go ahead and enter. :) Isn't that sweet! I am kind of sad that they won't be doing their challenges any more, but they have a wealth of sourdough recipes in the archives. :)



This my favorite type of bread to make with my sourdough starter.

Rye Onion Caraway Seed Rolls

1 cup sourdough starter
1 cup kefir
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 Tbs. Caraway seeds
2 Tbs. molasses
2 tsp. salt
1 egg
1 cup rye flour
2 1/2 - 3 cups whole wheat flour

In a large bowl stir together the starter, kefir, onions, Caraway seeds, molasses, and salt. 
Stir in a cup of the wheat flour and beat for a minute.
Stir the egg into the mixture.
Gradually add the rest of the wheat and rye flour.
Rest 20 minutes to allow the flour to fully hydrate.
Knead the dough for 10 minutes. The dough should be elastic. You may need to add some more wheat flour if the dough is too sticky to handle, but the dough should be fairly wet.
Cover bowl with a damp kitchen towel and place in a warm, draft free area. Allow to rise until doubled, 6-12 hours.
When risen shape into rolls and place on a greased baking sheet, a few inches apart.
Cover with towel and allow to rise, 1-2 hours.
Bake in a preheated 350* F. oven for 25-30 minutes.
Enjoy!

I really like these served warm with cream cheese. I think they are such a treat!