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PAGE 30 FOOD FOR THOUGHT Serve mustard sauce for dipping mini Scotch eggs

By Deborah Lee Walker Contributing Writer (Dec. 10, 2021) History is not always edged in stone; one might be surprised by the discrepancies. For example, are Scotch eggs really Scottish? Scotland, North Africa and India claim bragging rights to the precooked egg in forcemeat. What is for sure is Scotch eggs were originally heavily spiked with seasonings in an attempt to sweeten the often-putrefying meat.

Turning the pages of time, most Americans have heard of Scotch eggs but have not had the pleasure of tasting one. The crunchy fried exterior that is encased with a layer of ground sausage and a surprise of a hardboiled egg is delicious indeed.

Footballs celebrations are in full swing. The crispy, tasty appetizer pairs deliciously with a frosty mug of beer. Following are a few tips for scrumptious Scotch eggs.

Quail eggs modify this dish into smaller portions. If one wants a runny yolk, simply cook the quail eggs for two minutes. If you prefer a well-done yolk, cook the eggs for three minutes.

The most difficult task of this recipe is peeling the quail eggs. They can be stubborn, so allow a little extra time.

The shorter the cooking time, the more difficult it is to peel them.

Ground sausage can be replaced with chorizo for a spicier finish. Dried sage and crushed rosemary are common additives.

A mustard sauce that consists of mayonnaise, stone-ground mustard, and fresh lemon juice is the finale to the tasty appetizer. Mini Scotch eggs are also a fun, passed hors d’oeuvre.

Entertaining is about surprises and mini Scotch eggs with mustard dipping sauce will receive high-fives. Enjoy!

Mini Scotch Eggs with Mustard Dipping Sauce

Mustard Dipping Sauce 1 cup mayonnaise 6 tablespoons stone-ground mustard juice of 2 lemons 1. Mix the mayonnaise, mustard and lemon juice in a small bowl. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Mini Scotch Eggs 12 quail eggs 2 pounds ground sausage ½ teaspoon ground sage ½ teaspoon crushed rosemary 2 chicken eggs 2 teaspoons water 2 cups flour 2 cups cornmeal 2 cups seasoned panko breadcrumbs canola oil for frying kosher salt and freshly gerund black pepper to taste fresh parsley for a garnish

To Hard Boil The Quail Eggs 1. Bring a small pan of water to a soft boil. 2. Carefully lower the eggs into the water using a slotted spoon. Cook the eggs according to the doneness of the egg yolk preferred, 2 or 3 minutes. 3. When the cooking time is up, remove the eggs from the pan and place into a bowl of very cold water. 4. When the eggs have cooled, carefully roll them on a flat, hard surface so the entire shell has cracks in it. Peel the egg, rinse in cold water, and place on a plate lined with a paper towel.

To Make The Scotch Eggs 1. Place ground sausage, dried sage and crushed rosemary in a medium bowl and mix until seasonings are thoroughly incorporated into the meat. 2. Have a small bowl of cold water next to you so you can regularly wet your hands to stop the meat from sticking to them. 3. Place 1 ½ to 2 tablespoon ground meat into the palm of your hand. Make an indentation into the ball, place the cooked quail egg into it, and finish covering the quail egg evenly with the sausage mixture. 4. Gently roll the egg for a smooth finish and set aside. Repeat this process for the remaining eggs.

To Make The Breadcrumb Coating 1. You will need 3 medium bowls along with a plate.

In the first bowl, add 1 cup of flour. In the second bowl, whisk eggs and water until thoroughly mixed. In the third bowl, combine remaining flour, cornmeal and seasoned panko breadcrumbs. 2. Roll one Scotch egg in the flour until the entire surface is covered. Shake off any excess. Then roll the egg in the egg wash, allowing any excess to drain off.

Lastly, roll the egg into the breadcrumbs. Lightly press the egg into the breadcrumbs to ensure a solid coating. Place the Scotch egg on a plate and repeat this process for the remaining eggs. 3. Heat canola oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Make sure there is enough oil to cover the eggs. Fry until a golden-brown crust is achieved. Remember, you are cooking raw sausage, so you want to make sure the meat is thoroughly cooked. 4. When the Scotch eggs are done, remove and place on a cooling rack. Place paper towels underneath the cooling rack to absorb any excess oil or loose breadcrumbs.

While the eggs are hot, add a dusting of salt and pepper. The hot breading will act as a glue for the seasonings. Allow Scotch eggs to rest for 1minute. 5. Serve mini Scotch eggs with mustard dipping sauce on the side.

Secret Ingredient – Smallness. “No one can grow if he does not accept his smallness.”

– Pope Francis

Crossword answers from page 36

Dig deep into matters of the heart this week, Aries. Explore ways to nurture a relationship or push it to the next level. Don’t hold back on love.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

You may rediscover your love for a good book this week, Taurus. Ask others what they’re into and peruse the best-sellers lists for even more inspiration.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, you often trust your instincts regarding money, but this week you’ll be even more in tune with your finances. Your income could increase soon.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, some shake-ups at work could be on the horizon. Right now there’s no telling what will happen, but preparation can ensure you’re ready for whatever comes your way. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Leo, if you have been thinking about changing jobs or taking up a new profession, now is the time to lay that groundwork. A new opportunity could surprise you. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, radical changes to your life are just around the corner. A big move or career change will shake things up for you and anyone in your household. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Someone connected to your job may be doing things you don’t agree with, Libra. It’s a sticky situation that requires patience, finesse and caution. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, channel much of your energy into making solid partnerships this week. This way you can call on your network whenever you need advice or a helping hand. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Sagittarius, research opportunities for a new business opportunity or promotion at your current place of employment. Now is a great time to take the next step in your career. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

Capricorn, a midweek burst of energy makes a project you have been working on suddenly seem like a piece of cake. Enjoy the fruits your labors. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Repairs around the house may be on your mind, Aquarius. Once you tackle these issues, you can focus on more recreational tasks. Enjoy the well-deserved R&R.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Chimney inspections encouraged

Blue Water Development expands

By Lauren Bunting Contributing Writer (Dec. 10, 2021) One of the inspections that a buyer might decide to pay for when purchasing a home is a chimney inspection, especially when buying a home with a wood burning fireplace, woodstove, or pellet stove.

This inspection is separate from the standard home inspection that covers mechanicals and structural items, but is an important step to take even though it adds about $125-200 to your total inspection expense.

Chimney/masonry experts can come in and inspect aspects such as the chimney flue and liner, cap, brickwork and mortar, flashing and moisture resistance.

Other items on the fireplace they will address include the smoke chamber, damper, grate, ash container, screen/doors, and hearth protection. If it’s a woodstove or insert, the stovepipe condition and overall installation will be

checked.

Inspectors use wire and nylon brushes to clean creosote buildup out of chimneys. Creosote is a byproduct from burning wood and is highly flammable and can increase the risk of a house fire if it’s not regularly cleaned out. Inspections can also help you make sure that wildlife such as racoons, squirrels and birds have not nested in your chimney when not in use.

Chimney experts also warn of pyrolysis, another hazard from fireplaces.

“That is when drywall, wood framing, paneling, cork ceiling tiles and other organic materials located too close to a fireplace break down after prolonged exposure to heat,” The Wall Street Journal reports. “The material can ignite, even when there is no flame present.”

One sign of pyrolysis to look for: a dark stain on the wall or ceiling near the chimney.

About 19,800 residential fires occur each year in the U.S. from fireplaces, chimneys and chimney connectors, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Lauren Bunting is a licensed Associate Broker with Atlantic Shores

Sotheby’s International Realty in Ocean City.

Ocean City-based company purchases Lazy Lakes RV Resort in Key West, Florida

(Dec. 10, 2021) Blue Water Development, a firm specializing in the development and management of campgrounds, hotels and attractions, recently announced the purchase of Key West, Florida’s Lazy Lakes RV Resort, making it the latest venture in its ongoing partnership with Sun Outdoors.

Since acquiring the year-round campground in August, the outdoor hospitality leader has been developing plans to upgrade the unique waterfront parcel to an elite luxury RV and glamping resort, which will be known as Sun Outdoors Sugarloaf Key.

Located just minutes to Key West and Duval Street, this property is Blue Water’s first campground in Florida and its second Florida property overall, joining the Comfort Inn & Suites Daytona Beach Oceanfront.

“Key West is a high-barrier-toentry market, so when this unique property became available, there was no question that we had to buy it,” said Todd Burbage, Blue Water’s chief executive officer. “Transforming the existing Lazy Lakes RV Resort into the absolutely amazing Sun Outdoors Sugarloaf Key – one of the first to showcase the new Sun Outdoors brand – offered us the perfect opportunity to showcase the Blue Water Way for transforming a property into what will become a premier campground. Sun has been, and continues to be, a great partner, and we’re looking forward to this ‘Sunshine State’ project.”

Surrounded by a seven-acre lake, the property’s signature peninsula will become the lifestyle-rich heart of the resort, featuring a community fire feature, water sports rentals, inflatable amenities, and more.

“I am excited to see what else Blue Water has in store for this campground,” said Robin Helfant, Sun Outdoors Sugarloaf Key general manager. “Returning campers can expect everything the campground previously offered to be taken to an exciting new level. We are looking forward to working with the community as we maximize the campers’ experiences.”

Blue Water plans to create new ways for visitors to explore the property, which will eventually include an over-water walkway around the lake, revitalized landscaping, and an enhanced pool area. Sun Outdoors Sugarloaf Key will also feature 95 campsites with a mixture of both premium RV sites and park model cottages.

“We’re still in the very early planning stages, but we are beyond excited about the potential,” Burbage said. “We’re planning extensive updates and renovations to the existing campground to put our campers and glampers immediately into a Key West state of mind.”

Learn more at SunOutdoorsSugarloafKey.com and SunOutdoors.com.

Blue Water’s campground management portfolio continues to expand quickly to highly-desirable destinations throughout the country, most recently to Florida and Texas. View Blue Water’s diverse outdoor hospitality portfolio by visiting https://bwdc.com/portfolio/.

Founded by Jack and Todd Burbage in 2002, Ocean City, Maryland-based Blue Water specializes in investing, developing, and managing RV resorts, campgrounds, hotels, and attractions.

Blue Water’s integrated approach to marketing, revenue management, and operations has quickly established itself as a hospitality industry leader.

With two dozen resort-area properties in East Coast states from Maine to Florida, and west to Tennessee, Louisiana and Texas, the Blue Water family is committed to creating elite assets, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and enhancing the communities we serve. To learn more, visit BWDC.com.

Atlantic Dental Cosmetic & Family Dentistry welcomes Jennifer Atkinson as its newest hygienist.

She was born and raised in the Baltimore area and recently moved to Berlin.

Atkinson attended Stevenson University for her Bachelors of Science Degree and the completed Dental Hygiene School at The Community College of Baltimore County. She was a part of the Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association and was her class representative.

Atkinson is committed to making sure patients are comfortable and have the absolutely best experience.

She is thrilled to join the Atlantic Dental team and to be a part of improved health of the community.

Atlantic Dental Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is located at 12308 Ocean Gateway, Ste. 6, Ocean City, Maryland 21842.

For more information, call 410213-7575 or visit www.atlanticdental.com.

Jennifer Atkinson

Appointed

Gail Mansell, chaplain and director of supportive care services for Atlantic General Hospital and Health System, has been appointed to the State Advisory Council on Quality Care at the End of Life by Gov. Larry Hogan. She will serve a four-year term. Mansell joined Atlantic General Hospital in 1998 and has served as the director of supportive care services since 2000. Gail Mansell During this time, she implemented the first pastoral care program at the hospital and oversaw the construction of the Showell Family Chapel.

In 2009, Mansell developed the organization’s Palliative Care Program and she was instrumental in launching the Telehealth Remote Patient Monitoring Program for patients with chronic diseases in 2017.

She is a board certified clinical chaplain, community health worker and the hospital’s community educator for advanced directives, MOLST, and end-of-life care.

Mansell provides grief and bereavement counseling and remains active in oversight of the organization’s remote patient monitoring telehealth services. Mansell serves as facilitator of the Faith Partnership and is the chairperson of the Ethics Committee at the hospital.