Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu
April 17^th – April 23^rd 2012
   
                      Tossed Salad                                                             Soup Du Jour
                                                                                          
                     Caesar Salad                                              Caramelized French Onion Soup
                
                                                                                       
 
Eggplant Rollatini
 Fresh Thinly Sliced Eggplant, Breaded in Seasoned Breadcrumbs, Filled with a Ricotta, Fresh Herbs, and Parmesan Cheese Mixture then Covered with Mozzarella Cheese and Served with a Homemade Tomato Sauce
 
Chicken Stuffed w/Brie & Raspberry Sauce
All Natural Chicken Breast is Stuffed with Creamy Brie Cheese then Pan Seared and Finished with a Raspberry Sauce
 
Crunchy Onion Pork Cutlets    
Tenderized Pork Cutlets are dipped in Egg wash and dredged in Crunchy Fried Onion pieces then Baked and Finished with Pan Gravy
 
Bloody Mary Flank Steak
 Choice Flank Steak is marinated in V-8 Vegetable Juice, Vodka, Horseradish, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Worcestershire Sauce then Grilled to Medium Rare, Sliced and Served with Grilled Tomatoes and a Drizzle of Reduced Marinade
 
Filet of Sea Bass Du Jour
From the Atlantic waters Sea Bass can be Grilled, Blackened, Sautéed, or Baked to your Preference. New England Tartar Sauce is served upon request
                                  **This week try a Lemon Beurre Blanc    
 
Substitutes Available Upon Request:
Idaho Baked Potatoes, Baked Sweet Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli Florets, Steamed Carrots, Poached or Grilled Chicken Breast, No Sugar Added Pie
 
 
 
 

Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu
April 17^th – April 23^rd 2012
   
                      Tossed Salad                                                             Soup Du Jour
                                                                                          
                     Caesar Salad                                              Caramelized French Onion Soup
                
                                                                                       
 
Eggplant Rollatini
 Fresh Thinly Sliced Eggplant, Breaded in Seasoned Breadcrumbs, Filled with a Ricotta, Fresh Herbs, and Parmesan Cheese Mixture then Covered with Mozzarella Cheese and Served with a Homemade Tomato Sauce
 
Chicken Stuffed w/Brie & Raspberry Sauce
All Natural Chicken Breast is Stuffed with Creamy Brie Cheese then Pan Seared and Finished with a Raspberry Sauce
 
Crunchy Onion Pork Cutlets    
Tenderized Pork Cutlets are dipped in Egg wash and dredged in Crunchy Fried Onion pieces then Baked and Finished with Pan Gravy
 
Bloody Mary Flank Steak
 Choice Flank Steak is marinated in V-8 Vegetable Juice, Vodka, Horseradish, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Worcestershire Sauce then Grilled to Medium Rare, Sliced and Served with Grilled Tomatoes and a Drizzle of Reduced Marinade
 
Filet of Sea Bass Du Jour
From the Atlantic waters Sea Bass can be Grilled, Blackened, Sautéed, or Baked to your Preference. New England Tartar Sauce is served upon request
                                  **This week try a Lemon Beurre Blanc    
 
Substitutes Available Upon Request:
Idaho Baked Potatoes, Baked Sweet Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli Florets, Steamed Carrots, Poached or Grilled Chicken Breast, No Sugar Added Pie
 
 
 
 

Neighbor #1:

One of my favorite memories is of when my sister and I fashioned two chairs from the snow and played king and queen on them until the snow froze and we used then as slides! I have a BA in Latin and English from the University of Michigan, and a MA in Latin from Wayne State University. I also have a gifted endorsement from Sarasota. I am a retired teacher. I worked in elementary grades for 12 years and high school for 19 years. I am presently in my 15th year of tutoring for Sylvan Learning Centers. I grew up with an older brother, and a younger sister. He became a radiologist and she is a Bridge Master. I also have a daughter. My husband is an avid golfer and Bridge player. I love to walk, play tennis, read and do jigsaw puzzles. I am very anxious to revisit Rome or event live there!

Neighbor #2:

I was born in Chicago, the fourth of six children in a Czech family. My father worked in the steel industry and the Czechs looked out for one another. He saw to it that a young son of a fellow worker got an education. So when I came along, he in this chit. I bagan at Crane Jr. College, progressed to Armco Technical which became Illinois Institute of Technology, for an education in engineering. Asked what my aim was, I replied to my interviewer, "I want your job." I worked at different section of the company and was asked to go to Scotland to right a failing department of the company. I spent several years there getting it in good position before returning home. I had experience in all facets of the business, so I fullfilled my initial wish and became head of the firm. Later in life, my wife and I retired and came to Florida because our son lived here.

Did you guess the mystery neighbors in March? Let's see if you were correct!
Neighbor #1: Joan Thackaberry

Neighbor #2: Ron Zanger

Pizza Grilled Cheese Recipe
If you enjoy both pizza and grilled cheese sandwiches this recipe is perfect for you. Your favorite pizza ingredients such as pepperoni, parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese are combined in this amazing sandwich. The bread slices are like garlic bread; the butter is mixed with garlic powder and Italian seasoning before spreading it onto the bread. You can use fresh garlic as well if you choose. You can also add additional pizza ingredients to this recipe such a Canadian bacon, black olives, green pepper, and more. A cup of your favorite pizza sauce is served on the side for dipping. This makes a great dinner or lunch for any night of the week.
                                                                   Enjoy, Chef David
Ingredients:
8 slices of bread
¼ cup butter (softened)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (or more to taste)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 package sliced pepperoni
8 slices mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
pizza sauce (for dipping)
Step 1:In a small bowl mix together softened butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Warm the sliced pepperoni’s for a few seconds in the microwave or on the stove top over medium heat.
Step 2:Pre-heat a skillet to medium heat. Spread the garlic butter over one side of a slice of bread. Place butter side down in the skillet. Top with a slice of mozzarella cheese, as many pepperonis as you want, a little parmesan cheese, and an additional slice of mozzarella cheese. Butter an additional slice of bread with the garlic butter and place butter side up on top the sandwich.
Step 3: Cook in the skillet until lightly browned on the bottom and flip over. Continue cooking until the other side has browned and the cheese has melted. Repeat with remaining sandwiches. Cut in half and serve with pizza sauce for dipping.
(Makes 4 Servings)

Much has been written about our Founding Fathers--the courageous steps taken in the Revolutionary War to fight for the Independence from their motherland--the establishment of a new constitution for the 13 new states--and the bravery to do this amid staunch opposition from other factions. 
 
However, could these great men have accomplished much of this without the women in their lives?  Learn about the colonial women, the wars in which they were involved, and how they contributed to the success of the men who shaped the greatest country ever in the history of humankind.

The League of British Women is one of multiple community clubs that comes together at Jacaranda Trace. They met in April, sporting their highly fashionable hats and bonnets, to celebrate Easter. The League of British Women supports local charities, serves as a social club, and encourages women of British lineage to fellowship and always keep in touch with their heritage. Hosting the clubs that our residents take part in is one of many ways that Jacaranda Trace stays connected to our community.

Attending community sporting events on a monthly basis allows our biggest fans to experience a wide range of sports activities. Baseball is the name of the game of Springtime, and Jacaranda Trace is home to many baseball enthusiasts. The Annual Exhibition Baseball Game between the SCF Manatees and the Baltimore Orioles took place this month, and it certainly did not disappoint! If you're a fan of the major or minor league teams, there is definitely an event offered at JT that will suit your interests!

Jacaranda Trace Dinner Special Menu
April 10^th – April 16^th 2012
  
Tuesday: Grilled Ham Steak
                   w/ Hawaiian Sauce
                               
Wednesday: Chicken Gruyere
                       w/ Mushroom Gravy
                                       
Thursday:  Baked Cod
                    w/ Ritz’s Cracker Topping
 
Friday:Garlic & Herb Encrusted
                Prime Rib w/ Au Jus      
 
Saturday:Tempura Chicken
                   w/ Sweet & Sour Sauce        
 
Sunday:*** Sunday Brunch***
 
Monday:Shrimp Provencal Scampi
                over seasoned Yellow Rice

Jacaranda Trace Dinner Menu
April 10^th – April 16^th 2012
   
                      Chopped Salad                                                             Soup Du Jour
                                                                                          
Mixed Greens w/Cranberry & Almonds                                   Creamy Tomato Soup
                                                                                           With Cheddar Cheese & Croutons
                
                                                                                       
 
Egg Foo Young
This Oriental Dish starts with Broccoli, Green Onions, Shitake Mushrooms, Water Chestnuts, Snow Peas, and Bean Sprouts. We then Cook it on a flat top grill with Eggs, Served with Oriental Sauce
 
Honey-Poppy Seed Cornish Hens
All Natural Cornish Hen is Seasoned then Baked and Basted with a Honey and Poppy seed Glaze
 
Roast Pork with Apple & Onion Gravy    
Tender center cut Pork Loin is seasoned with fresh Herbs; Pan Roasted with Onions and Apples then finished with Pan Gravy made from the bits of Apples, Onions, and Drippings
 
Bacon Wrapped Bistro Medallions
Twin Medallion Steaks are wrapped in a Smoky piece of Bacon then placed on an open Grill and done to your preference
 
Filet of Tilapia Du Jour
This Fresh water fish can be Grilled, Blackened, Sautéed, or Baked to your Preference. New England Tartar Sauce is served upon request
**This week try our Fresh Pineapple Relish
                                                                                                      
 
Substitutes Available Upon Request:
Idaho Baked Potatoes, Baked Sweet Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli Florets, Steamed Carrots, Poached or Grilled Chicken Breast, No Sugar Added Pie