March  2010
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Reinwald's Bakery Newsletter


No More Snow,
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Recipe from the Reinwald kitchen
Staying Happy & Healthy
St. Patrick's Day Parade
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Greetings!

Whew! What a month February has been. I think my plowing bill was more than my flour bill.  The past is the past; think about what we have to look forward to. Walking the dog this morning I spotted a few crocus popping their flower heads through the ground and it was so nice to not have to dodge the plow remains as you walk in the street. I was reading in the chair by the window; the sun streaming in warmed my body and attitude.

I feel the same effect at the bakery. March feels like a new beginning. We look forward to the St. Patrick's Day Parade going right past the bakery. By the way the bakery parking lot is a natural viewing stand because it is elevated. As an added bonus, parade day is the day that we make our famous hot chocolate. It is truly the best, made with pure Belgian chocolate and added cream for extra richness. Also special for the parade is our Paddy Poppers! Like the crocus surprising you in the garden, popping one of these will be a flavor surprise.

Other signs of spring also abound. Our own "Willy Wonka", Bill Reinwald has been churning out our special Easter Bunnies faster than they produce in nature. Our bunnies are special because of our unique blend of European chocolates giving it an extra creamy, rich flavor without the high price tag of those fancy gold boxes which quite frankly don't affect the taste. I am so confident that you will agree with me, just stop by the bakery and we will give you a bunny pop for your own personal chocolate tasting.

Personally I enjoy a slice of Irish Soda Bread with my Friday flounder. I feel the sweetness of the raisins in the bread compliments the taste of the fish. I'm really not a big fish eater so this works out good for me. Our bakery in New Hyde Park was right across the street from a fish monger and his method for flounder fillets follows. An interesting side note, when I was in Wisconsin this past summer every Friday was "Fish Fry" night.Any restaurant worth their salt has Fish Fry, most, all you can eat. Needless to say I was in a restaurant in Lake Geneva, WI on a Friday night and that's what was served. It was real, real good!

In closing, I invite everyone to Huntington this Sunday. The parade starts at 2pm. Come in and enjoy a shamrock cookie and hot chocolate. Let's welcome early spring! Everyone knows that "there's nothing like a parade." I think I already hear the bagpipes warming up.


Sincerely,
Rich Reinwald
Reinwald's Bakery
From the Reinwald Home Kitchen

Flounder Fish Fry

This is a great recipe for the Lenten season. We got this recipe from the fish monger across the street from our New Hyde Park location many years back. I like to get fresh Montauk flounder from one of the local fish markets, fresh is always best. Try this recipe out on Friday,  I am sure you will love it!

4 Flounder Filets
1 Egg
Flour
1 Cup Crushed Crackers (Use your favorite cracker, I like Ritz for a buttery flavor)
1 tsp Lemon Pepper
Fresh Lemon
Canola Oil or Extra Light Olive Oil

Start by rinsing your fish. Combine cracker crumbs with lemon pepper. Dredge the fish in flour, dip in egg, then in cracker crumb combination. The double coating will give a nice crunchy coating. In a medium-high skillet fry in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. If using olive oil make sure you have extra light or it will burn. Serve with a lemon wedge on the side and possibly some cole slaw.
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Staying Happy & Healthy
Applauding the First Lady on her Obesity Initiative

Childhood obesity is a huge problem affecting our society today that could have drastic affects on tomorrow. The problems are severe and it is important to understand that fighting this epidemic is going to take more than just cutting down the sugar in American's diets. The CDC offers a range of factors which contribute to the growing problem. Increasing physical activity and decreasing sedentary behavior are crucial, along with making wiser food choices.

Eating a well balanced diet is paramount. And by well balanced we don't mean no dessert or no carbs. Having a satisfying dessert a few times a week can actually be more beneficial to your overall health (your physical and mental well being) than cutting it out completely. And eating carbohydrates found in grain based products provide crucial energy and have been a staple of the human diet for centuries.

In an article entitled, "ABA applauds Obama obesity Initiative" published in Beyond Baking Magazine the President of the American Bakers Association, Rob MacKie said,

ABA Logo"Americas bakers have long focused on providing healthy wholesome grain-based products to American consumers, including children. We look forward to working closely with the first lady and others in joint efforts to tackle the childhood obesity epidemic."


So what can we do? Well, the CDC strongly recommends decreased portion sizes. You don't have to have seconds all the time, no matter how good it tastes. It also recommends limiting your intake of empty calories like soda and sugary drinks that offer little nutritional value.  Choosing more "valuable foods" like whole grains on a daily basis.

In the end it comes down to balance and discipline. Are you going to have dessert a few times a week? Of course. Are you going to have a completely lazy day every once in a while? I'm sure of it. Are you going to have that can of soda or glass of wine on special occasions? I hope you do! Enjoy your life and remember that the key to staying "healthy" is maintaining a well rounded lifestyle.

If you have any thoughts on this topic please send us an email.

For more on this topic:

ABA Press Release
A video from the White House
The First Lady on Larry King
Facts from the CDC

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Huntington St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sunday, March 14 at 2pm

Long Island's oldest and largest parade of its kind, the 76th Annual Huntington St. Patrick's Day Parade starts at 2 p.m., north of the Huntington Station along New York Avenue and marches right past the bakery,  then turns west onto Main Street, and ends at Saint Patrick's Church.

Stop by the bakery for our homemade specialty hot cocoa made with real imported chocolate and some festive treats. Try our new Irish Cream Cupcakes!


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