Good Morning All!!

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Well here it is Saturday, 9th July 2005 – and today the new bridge is open to all to walk across from it and take in the view – unfortunately for me, I am at work – but might go Sunday! Hope everyone is well and just wondering if this blog should stay open… it seems I’m the only yakking away!

CHEERS!

Happy 4th of JULY!!

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Wishing everyone a safe 4th!! Have a wonderful day and of fun, sun and lots of fireworks!!

From my house to yours….HAPPY 4th JULY!!

4th of July – Caribbean Jerk Pork Chops

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INGREDIENTS:

* 3/4 cup water
* 1/3 cup lemon juice
* 1/3 cup chopped onion
* 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
* 1 tablespoon chopped green onion
* 1 tablespoon canola oil
* 3/4 teaspoon salt
* 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
* 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
* 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
* 6 lean pork chops, 1/2 inch thick

DIRECTIONS:

1. Combine water, lemon juice, onion, brown sugar, green onions, oil, salt, allspice, cinnamon, black pepper, thyme, and cayenne pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup for basting.
2. Place pork chops in shallow glass dish. Pour remaining marinade over the meat. Cover, and refrigerate at least 12 hours, but no longer than 24 hours.
3. Preheat grill for medium heat. Place grate 4 to 5 inches above heat source.
4. Oil the grill grate. Arrange chops on grate, and discard marinade. Cover grill, and cook chops for 10 minutes, turning once, or to desired doneness.