Susan E. Hendrich

Paul Potts, a regular guy from Wales, became an overnight sensation when he overcame his shyness just long enough to sing a goosebumping performance of Puccini’s Nessun Dorma on Simon Cowell’s television show, “Britain’s Got Talent.”  It’s surprising blessings like this that make me want to be a better human being. 

Watch the performance, and see if you are moved: 

Paul sings Nessun Dorma high quality video/sound

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Recipes!

5-alarm / No-harm chili
Five cans
1 can medium/dark-colored beans (kidney, black, etc.)
1 can white beans (navy)
1 can corn
1 can diced tomatoes (with Italian spices for a kick)
1 can crushed tomatoes (or a second can of diced)

Add:
1 packet of taco seasoning (light salt for better health)
1 packet of Hidden Valley Ranch dry ranch seasoning (I know, sounds weird; makes the chili fabulous)

Dump it into a pot and cook on medium-low for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2 pts per cup.

Fabulous fare for the holidays

Rachel Ray comes up with some delicious holiday meal recipes that can be made in minutes.  I’m dazzled by this particular set of yummies:

	Olive and Garlic Soft Cheese Spread with Whole-Grain Baguette and Yukon Gold Potatoes
	Orange Balsamic Rock Cornish Game Hens
	Braised Carrots and Fennel
	Sweet and Spicy Brussels Sprouts
	Pumpkin Pie with Almond Spiced Whipped Cream

For more information, check out: http://www.foodnetwork.com/food/show_sp/episode/0,1976,FOOD_9994_54150,00.html 

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