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table of contents February 2023 | Vol. 13 | No. 2
FEATURE STORY Local Top Chefs Reveal Favorite Recipes
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DEPARTMENTS
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FROM THE PUBLISHER Lots to Love in PWC
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DESTINATIONS When the Weather is Frightful, These Outings Are Delightful
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GIVING BACK The Kuma Foundation is Full Steam Ahead for a Bright Future
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FAMILY FUN Valentines Cooking with Your Kids
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LOCAL FLAVOR Keeping the Pupusas Authentic
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ON A HIGH NOTE Full STEAM Ahead
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CALENDAR
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COLUMNS YOUR FINANCES HEALTH & WELLNESS HOME & HEARTH
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from the Publisher Lots to Love in Prince William
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ebruary is the month of love, and what’s not to love about Prince William? The food is certainly at the top of the list of wellloved things, so we are bringing you some favorite recipes from local chefs. Check out this month’s Feature for some main dishes everyone is sure to heart. And you can follow up those main dishes with some fun Valentine’s Day treats baked with your favorite kiddos. Family Fun features kid-friendly recipes that are almost as fun to make together as they are to eat! Looking to spend some quality time with the one you love the most? We’ve got you covered. Destinations is filled with ideas for fun and relaxing ways to spend time with the yin to your yang. Try a couples massage or go on a new adventure. You could also head out for a delicious meal at Dona Azucena’s and experience authentic El Salvadoran cuisine. Read about this tasty spot in Local Flavor. This month’s Giving Back shares the story of the Kuma Foundation, an organization bringing STEAM activities and
career exploration to underrepresented students. The Kuma Foundation aims to expand the diversity of those in jobs in these fields. And a local event is also boosting students’ futures in the STEAM fields: the ARTfactory’s Off the Wall competition and art show. Lockheed Martin sponsors the annual competition to encourage Manassas youth to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, art, and math, using their art to build skills in these high-growth fields. Read all about it in On a High Note. Health and Wellness this month is focusing on your heart and making sure you know the signs of a heart attack. In Home and Hearth, learn how you can brighten your home up during these dreary winter months using houseplants. And last but not least, it’s never too early to start teaching your children about good credit. Get tips to help your child build a good credit score in Your Finances. Stay warm, and enjoy the reading.
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Local Top Chefs Reveal Favorite Recipes By Dawn Klavon
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intertime brings blustery weather and bone-chilling snow, so there’s no better time to stay home, stay cozy, and eat in. Why not create a fabulous meal using a time-tested recipe by one of the area’s top chefs? Prince William Living enlisted help from local restaurants and caterers to share their favorite recipes with our readers. Expand your cooking repertoire with these dynamic dishes!
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Shrimp Puttanesca Pasta
Shrimp Puttanesca Pasta is an easy date night or family meal.
9. Add the cooked shrimp to the puttanesca sauce. 10. Toss the sauce with cooked pasta plus 2 tablespoons of pasta water. 11. Garnish with chopped Italian parsley. *Pair with a Primitivo wine from Southern Italy. Submitted by Emil Wigode, Owner-Sommelier, Bottle Stop Wine Bar, 311 Mill Street, Occoquan, bottlestopwinebar.com Bottle Stop is a neighborhood wine bar, restaurant, and retail shop with national accolades. Located in the heart of Historic Occoquan, it features a sommelier-curated, award-winning, wine program that includes more than 25 wines by the glass and 300 bottles. Local craft beers and an extensive cocktail list are also available to complement the menu of contemporary American cuisine.
Homemade Squid Ink Pappardelle with Fresh Salmon on Alfredo Sauce Ingredients 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 cloves garlic 1 small onion (diced) 1 28-oz can diced plum tomatoes ½ c pitted kalamata olives 2 Tbsp capers crushed red pepper to taste 1 lb. dried linguine 1 lb. deveined medium shrimp fresh chopped Italian parsley for garnish
Instructions 1. Cook pasta in salted, boiling water to al dente. 2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil for 2-3 minutes over medium high heat. 3. Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. 4. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. 5. Add diced tomatoes, olives, capers, and crushed red pepper. 6. Cook for 1 minute, then simmer for 2-3 minutes. 7. In a separate sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. 8. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Ingredients: 7 oz squid ink pappardelle pasta 3 oz fresh salmon cut in two 2 oz fresh lump crab meat 1 oz cherry tomatoes 1 oz fresh mixed mushrooms 2 oz baby spinach 3 oz heavy cream 3 oz parmesan cheese 1 tsp of salt 1 tsp of black pepper 1 tsp of fresh garlic 2 oz extra virgin olive oil (continues on page 6) prince william living February 2023
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