Who’s ready for summer? Me! Me! Me! This crazy spring weather is getting to me. Cold to hot& sweatshirts to t-shirts….and that’s all in the same day! Don’t even get me started on allergies. Even my dog is on allergy medicine. Deep breath – rant over. Thanks for listening! I don’t know about you but I’m going to put Leisure Travel Services to work helping me plan

a summer vacation. They have all the knowledge and contacts to help me plan whatever I decide I want to do and if I can’t decide – they have some great ideas. Sure, you canget on-line and use a search engine and do your own research, planning, and booking, but whynot let the subject matter experts do it for you? You go play a round of golf at Cole Park GolfCourse and let them sit inside at a computer and get your vacation planned. As my granddaughter says, “easy peasy.”Speaking of grandkids – do they always want to use your phone, computer, iPad, internet

(insert any electronic device here) when they visit? Make sure you know how to keep themCyber Safe when they are at your house. We have a great article on page 6 that you need to read.Everyone be safe as summer approaches. Stay covered with sun screen, relaxed and

hydrated!

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ContributorsMignon DeasonElaine MartinhoShane MooreDave NormandArica Urena PublisherCreative ink

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Inside this issue3 Spotlight on MWR

Retirees Choose Cole Park GolfBecome part of the Cole Park Golf Course “Family.”

6 Tech WorldStop, Think, ConnectKeep you and your Family cyber safe.

7 Veterans in the CommunityWilliam “Sarge” Shorter: A Living LegendA truly remarkable gentleman.

10 Off the Beaten PathSummer TravelLet’s talk summer vacations.

11 CelebrationsEagle Catering and Cole Park CommonsAnything but common!

14 On The HomefrontNo Plans to Move...Retirees who live in post housing.

16 In the KitchenCook or Eat Out?A couple of one-pot recipes for two.

17 What’s Your Hobby?Do You Pinterest?It’s the mother lode of random stuff.

CynDe Clack, Editorcynthia.k.clack.naf@mail.mil(270) 461-0274

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Morris Van Why andHarold Gabhart,

Fort Campbell Retirees that enjoy golfing at Cole

Park multiple times weekly.

About the Cover

Cole Park Golf Course is one of the hidden gems ofFort Campbell. Located at 1610 101st Airborne DivisionRoad, just inside Gate 1, the course runs between Gate 1and Gate 10 and is visible from facilities in both areas. Weare open to the public and many Retirees find enjoymentand relaxation on our greens. In fact, two of our most frequent players, Morris Van Why and Harold Gabhartare Retirees and Cole Park Golf Course members. Morrisand Harold have been members since 1976 and have continued to play and support Cole Park for 40 years. Thehighlight of this past year (which I was able to witness),was to watch Morris get his first Hole in One on Hole #4.When I spoke with them recently regarding their long-term relationship with Cole Park, they both citedtheir love for the golf course, the way that they are madewelcome, and the FUN they experienced everytime they tee it up. Morris and Haroldmake my job enjoyable because theyare always in a good mood, theyhave a sense of ownership intheir protection of thecourse, they treat staffwith tremendous respect,and they have become apart of the “Family” hereat Cole Park!

Cole Park 18-holegolf course features tree-lined fairways,rolling hills, with bentgrass greens and bermudagrass fairways. The gentlyrolling land and the abundance of both hardwoodand evergreens make the coursepicturesque throughout the year. Thecourse offers four sets of tees to accommodategolfers of all ages and abilities - Championship,Men’s, Senior’s, and Ladies. Our driving range isa great place for players of all skill levels to work on

their swing before hitting the course and it has a practicebunker for players looking to warm up or work on theirsand play. For those needing to work on their short game,there is a large putting green and a chipping/pitchinggreen. In addition, Cole Park offers a practice area acrossthe street with three short holes providing an additionalopportunity for players to work on their game. If youwould like to improve your game, we offer one-on-one lessons taught by Cole Park Golf Course Manager andPGA Master Professional David Normand. Lessons areavailable for players of all skill levels as well as group lessons and clinics.

The course is laid out in a manner that allows golfersto go from the driving range to the first tee, all withinsight of the golf shop staff. The “turn,” is made at the

clubhouse, allowing time for golfers to purchasefood and beverages at our 19th Hole Snack

Bar. The round continues with thenumber 10 tee being just east ofthe cart barn and finishes onwhat is perceived by many asa great finishing hole. Therouting, amenities, signageand markings all comple-ment the course and aid inmaking your golf outingas relaxing as possible.

The clubhouse features a golf shop, the19th Hole Snack Bar, and the Cole Park Eatery Restaurant.

The Cole Park Golf Shop offers a wide variety of merchan-

dise for men and women from coursesets including putters, irons, wedges, and

woods to apparel, shoes, hats, golf balls, gloves,tees, towels, sunglasses, rental sets, and more.Also, located in the golf shop is the counter wherepatrons pay for their golf shop purchases as well as

Retirees Choose Cole Park GolfSpotlight on MWR

By Dave Normand

check-in for rounds of golf and the driving range. The19th Hole Snack Bar is open seasonally and offers quickand easy food and beverage selections. On the upperlevel, the Cole Park Eatery serves lunch Monday throughFriday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and includes deliciousselections for a tasty lunch.

Some of the continuing improvement projects are acompleted renovation of all bunkers including reshaping, installation of new drain tile, new liners, new‘preferred’ white sand, and re-grassing of all surroundswith Meyer’s Zosia Grass along with a new patio that wasbuilt in 2012 with a scoreboard/scoring area that will accommodate 150 players. In 2013, Cole Park installed anew state of the art irrigation system that had an extremely positive effect on turf conditions. Additionally,new cart paths were installed and a new maintenance facility was started. In 2014, the maintenance facilitywas completed and we built a gazebo to cover the patio,creating a nice place for golfers to sit near the scoring

area. The gazebo is also the perfect setting for outdoorbarbeques and catered special events.

The management team consists of a Golf Professional/Business Manager and a Golf Course Superintendent. The Golf Professional/Business Man-ager is a PGA of America ‘Master Professional’ with overtwenty-five years of experience at this position. He is verywell versed in the rules of golf and assists patrons in learning the game. He continues to stay abreast of theever-changing golf environment by annually attendingcontinuing education programs offered by the PGA ofAmerica. The Golf Course Superintendent has twelveyears of experience at his position and he belongs to golfsuperintendent professional organizations as a way toshare and obtain knowledge from his fellow peers.

Whether you are a seasoned golfer or someone new tothe game - we would love for you to become part of theCole Park Golf Course “Family!”

For current pricing and hours of operation, pleasevisit www.campbell.armymwr.com or call (270) 798-4906.

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Classes on post, online and at the main campus in downtown Clarksville.

FREE admission to APSU athletics events* with military I.D. *Regular-season, home events. See schedule at www.LetsGoPeay.com.

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The internet has been a potentially dangerous place formany years and we want to help keep you and your Familysafe from the concerns it can present.The threat is much greater now than it was even two or

three years ago. Society has become more reliant on connectivity to the internet. There has been an explosionin the number of smart phones, mobile and other connected devices. We are evolving to the point where evenone’s home, car, appliances, etc. are constantly connected.Meanwhile, attackers have grown in number and have become smarter and more sophisticated. More connectionsplus more attackers using more effective attacks equals amuch greater threat to everyone. Years ago one might get a virus or malware (malicious

code) on a computer. The effect then ranged from a mild annoyance to an outright system failure and total loss ofdata. Now with more sophisticated attacks, the maliciouscode that may infect devices can often operate undetected,stealing your personal data and sending it back to attackersto use however they wish. Also, sensitive information is“stolen” in broad daylight with no malicious code required(think Facebook and other social media sites). Threats toindividuals and Families now include identity theft, fraud,phishing, cyberbullying and cyber predators.Businesses and governments are generally way ahead of most

individuals in protecting critical data, however, just watching thenews reveals high profile incidents where attackers gain accessto highly protected systems and steal data. One has to wonder, “Iflarge organizations with resources and expertise cannot protecttheir data, how can I protect mine?” The answer is simple. Stop. Think. Connect. Visit:

www.dhs.gov/stopthinkconnect for more detailed information.

Actually, it is not that simple! Security is not convenient, but ifone stays aware and properly protected before connecting, Familyand self can be protected. Before you, your child, or your grandchild uses the internet, make sure you understand the risks and know how to identify potential problems. Ensure youare doing everything possible to keep yourself and your Family secure.Start by setting up safeguards for your kids and grandkids.

Create a separate account for them and set up the parental controls that are built into the operating system. These controls cover which programs can be used, the time of daythe computer can be used and the content or age range ratings for games. If you let them access the internet, you’llwant to add a program that can filter web content and generate activity reports.

It’s also important to talk about what is appropriate ina text message or online and to communicate the risks –once words and photos are out there, it’s hard to take themback. Set limits and enforce them, but also explain your reasoning. Monitoring a child’s communications can notonly let you keep up with what they’re doing online but itcan also clue you in to cyberbullying. Cyberbullying createsthe fear and feeling of isolation that regular bullying creates,but it follow the children home which can cause them to feelthere is no safe haven.

You don’t have to be an internet expert to protect yourgrandchildren. Some basic knowledge and general household guidelines about computer use can go a long waytoward making the internet a fun and safe way to explore.

Tech WorldStop, Think, ConnectBy Shane Moore

Here are 10 steps that everyone can take to stay safe:

1. Do ensure your device is protected by trusted anti-virus software such as McAfee, Symantec, etc. Do NOT be fooled by hackers who often post “protection software” that is actually malware.

2. Do use strong passwords. Use passphrases, random password generators, or paper-based tools. Remember, if you write it down, keep it secure.

3. Do NOT download apps or install files from untrusted websites. Always be aware.4. Do NOT open attachments unless you trust the sender AND if you are sure of the

file type.5. Do NOT click on links unless you are sure of where the link is sending you.6. Do NOT automatically trust anything.7. Do monitor your children/grandchildren’s internet activity. Make sure they are

protected and educated.8. Do NOT connect to free WiFi. It is very easy for hackers to spoof a “free”

WiFi hotspot.9. Do NOT assume your communications are private. Unless you have taken steps to

ensure privacy (encryption), you must assume your communication is public.10. Do check your credit report. You are entitled to a free annual credit report from all

three credit reporting agencies. Visit www.ftc.gov/faq/consumer-protection/get-my-free-credit-report for details.

Veterans in the Community

On October 4, 2015, I had thehonor of meeting one of the most remarkable men that I have ever encountered, Mr. William Shorter. Youmay wonder what makes this gentleman so remarkable.

Mr. Shorter, or “Sarge” as helikes to be called, is a 103 year oldveteran who served honorably inWorld War II and in the Korean War.Yes, you read correctly. He is 103

years old! He is also the recipient ofnumerous of recognitions and awardsthat include two Purple Hearts. I wasimmediately captivated by his presence. I felt as though I was staringat a legend.

As I entered through thedoors of Uffleman Estates, a range ofemotions consumed me. I was notonly nervous, but I was extremely excited. This was a once in a life time

opportunity that I would be able toclaim as my own. As I proceeded tosit down on the couch in the grandentrance way, I heard someone say“Arica, up here.” It was Sam Shorter,Sarge’s son peering down from thewooden balcony on the second floor.

I was startled hearing thesound of my name. It was show time.The opportunity that I had eagerlybeen waiting for was about to begin.As I began to walk up the windingstairs in order to reach the secondfloor, I began to collect my thoughts.“Was this really happening?” “Will I do a good job?” Yes, you can saythat I was very star-struck. You see, I view all of those who have served as celebrities and I was full of excitement.

Sam warmly greeted me atthe top of the stairs and introducedme to Sarge who was enjoying his Sunday morning hymns that were being sung by Uffleman’s congregation, assembled on the firstfloor. Sam informed me that after thehymns concluded, Sarge would beready to conduct the interview.

I anxiously proceeded to Uffleman’s library area to wait forSarge to finish receiving his dose ofinspiration. Upon the conclusion ofthe last hymn, I saw Sarge emergefrom around the corner. As he beganto enter into the library area, I felt thebutterflies return to the pit of mystomach. He is a man of few words,but his sheer presence is enough tomake an entire room explode into uncontainable excitement.

Sarge is a spirited veteranwhose love and dedication to theUnited States is evident immediatelyupon talking to him. Born May 29,1912 in Valiant, Oklahoma, Sarge enlisted into the United States Armyat the age of 19 in Fort Bliss, Texas.

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William “Sarge” ShorterA Living Legend

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The Philippines would become one of his most favorable and memorableassignments. He would later retire fromFort Knox, Kentucky in 1966 after honorably serving for 28 ½ years.

While serving at Fort Bliss,Sarge was a member of the JohnWayne Calvary, where he learnedsabre charges while manning his personal horse called “Blue Monday”.Sarge recalls Blue Monday as being avery “notorious” horse who wouldnot only bite him, but would alsopush and kick him. “He knew everytrick in the book. And you better not touch his ears.” Sarge smirked.He also recalled working with a three-legged breeding stallion thathad a peg leg. He said that everyonecalled the horse “O’Peg”.

Sarge reminisced on a particular incident that occurred during World War II. While serving asa supply sergeant, he and his teamsnuck a box of extra rations that

contained frozen turkeys and porkchops. After over-indulging in theserations, neither he nor his team everwanted to see turkey and pork chopsagain. Let’s just say that those itemswere no longer welcomed at the topof his list of favorite foods.

A dedicated sportsman, Sargewas crowned the “Clarksville CityTournament Singles Champion” in1987 at the age of 75. This plaque isjust one of his prized possessions. Hehad the opportunity to bowl with professional bowler and foundingmember of the Professional BowlersAssociation (PBA), Dick Weber. Hewould not retire from bowling for another 25 years.

Sarge proudly displayed achampionship photo. I immediatelyfelt transported back into 1934. It wassimply unbelievable that I was luckyenough to be able to touch such a remarkable historical piece. Duringhis time with the 8th Calvary

Regiment, he served as a valuablemember of the post basketball team.Sarge’s participation and dedicationsupplied the team with the necessarydrive to win the title of “Post Basketball Champions” for three consecutive years in a row from 1932-1934. His team successfullycrushed the competition by winning42 out of 47. As sports fanatics everywhere can attest, this is truly anamazing accomplishment.

The best advice that Sargestated he would give to today’s current Armed Forces is to stay the course so that you can receive aretirement check. In conclusion, I must say that Sarge is truly one ofthe most amazing individuals that I have ever encountered. Meeting extraordinary veterans such as Sargemakes me proud to have served. ToMr. William “Sarge” Shorter, wesalute you and appreciate all that youhave done for this country. Hooah!!

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Warm breezes have arrived, andhere in the mid-south that actually means hotand humid air. It can be stifling at times, sowhy not escape to a relatively cooler destination for your summer vacation? Let’stalk about some great vacations for summertime travel.

Tis the season for Alaskan cruises.These seasonal sailings go from May to lateAugust and are the most picturesque cruises you will ever take. You can even optfor a cruise-tour, giving you time in the snowcapped peaks at Denali National Park inluxury accommodations and glass domedtrain rides into the tundra. Excursions at the various ports of call can include whalewatching, fishing, helicopter tours and somuch more. Cruising the Glacier Bay while enjoying fine dining on board your ship willmake for lasting memories.

If the cooler weather in Alaska isn’twhat you had in mind for summer travel, perhaps a jaunt over to Europe is more appealing. With independent and guided

tours you can customize your vacation to seeas much as you want. Multi-country tours cangive you the highlights of all the major sightsto see in Western Europe. From London all the way to Rome, there is much to experience. Plenty of history, culture and let’snot forget food!

For those on a limited budget, staying stateside may be the best plan. Roadtrips down to the beach for some sandy summer fun or up to the mountains for hiking,or perhaps white water rafting may be theticket. Economical road trips can be the bestvacations. Stop along the way to see the littler known attractions, dine at a roadsidecafé, or just take your time and enjoy the openroad. Great vacation destinations like Gatlinburg, Myrtle Beach, Atlanta,Memphis, St. Louis, Chicago, and somany more - are just a few hoursfrom here.

Whether you prefer sand inyour toes, the cool breezes fresh offthe glaciers of Alaska, the culture

and excitement of London and Paris, or a simple mountain getaway close to home,there are so many options for planning yourultimate summer vacations. Stop by and seethe agents at MWR Leisure Travel today to getyour plans started.

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By Mignon Deason

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I am the maid of honor for mycousin’s wedding in June. This title comes withmany responsibilities, including soothing a crying bride after she learns she doesn’t havea clue where she is going to host the weddingreception or who is going to cater it.

I suggested she try Cole Park Commons and Eagle Catering and luckily, shewas able to get the date she wanted andplanned a wonderful menu. The friendly staffsat down with her, her fiancé and her Family tocreate a custom dinner for her guests and todiscuss how to decorate the room she reserved. When she called me later, excited forher reception, I felt a little like I had saved the wedding.

It isn’t just weddings that EagleCatering can create. From small intimate parties to grand occasions, Eagle Catering willhelp with any event. From welcome homes,hail and farewells and military formals to thenon-military events like rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, retirements, promotion parties,conferences, off-sites, reunions, proms, balls,corporate dinners, cocktail parties, job fairs, Family Readiness Group meetings, and tradeshows – Eagle Catering has the experience to provide a successful occasionfor your guests.

Eagle Catering can provide cateringfor other locations - as well as Cole Park Commons and the Joe Swing Recreation Center - but why would you want to do thatwhen you can reserve the elegant Cole ParkCommons. The rooms vary in size so it is perfect for any event. The Grand Ballroom canseat 360 at round tables, 512 at long tables,809 standing, and 539 theater style. The MosulRoom can seat 280 at round tables, 416 atlong tables, 625 standing, and 416 theaterstyle. The Grand Ballroom was perfect for mycousin’s wedding reception.

Need something a little smaller? TheBastogne Room seats 30 at round tables, 48at long tables, 95 standing, and 63 theatrestyle. The Ashau Room seats 30 at round tables, 48 at long tables, 89 standing, and 60theatre style. The Normandy Room seats 70 atround tables, 80 at long tables, 150 standing,and 80 theatre style. For a more intimateevent, try the Kandahar room which seats 36 atlong tables, 68 standing and 70 theatre style.

One thing my cousin insisted shehave at her wedding was dancing. The firstquestion she asked the staff at Cole Park Commons was if she would be able to have adance floor and of course, they were able tomake her one happy bride. She was thrilled to

find out Cole Park Commons and Eagle Catering offers audio and visual packages to.

She was also extremely relieved thatshe didn’t have to worry about scrambling tofind tables and chairs for her guests. Thankfully, Cole Park Commons not only hasmultiple options for chairs and tables but theyalso offer linens for beautiful and stress-freedecorating.

Before she booked Cole Park Commons, she also looked at renting JoeSwing Recreation Facility for her wedding reception. Located just inside Gate 1, overlooking the Joe Swing Quarry, this facilityis another great option for proms, meetings,conferences, classes, military balls and parties.Joe Swing also offers many of the same amenities that Cole Park Commons offers to help make your event as enjoyable as possible.

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On the Homefront

Tanya and Paul Adams lovetheir home on Fort Campbell.They fell in love with the areawhile stationed here from 2009 to2012 and talked about movingback here when Paul retired.Then his mother moved into posthousing on Fort Jackson. Theyloved the idea of continuing tolive on post but didn’t think thatit would be available for Retireesat Fort Campbell.

The Adams’ are a retired military Family who decided thatthere are many advantages to living on post as Retirees. On posthousing offers you quality of lifeand peace of mind. Lawn care,trash and recycling pickup, freeuse of community centers, 24-hour emergency maintenance,and basic utilities are included in your rent; you’re close tohealthcare, shopping, walkingtrails, recreational facilities, physical fitness facilities, and more! Tanya shared, “Having neighborsthat understand the Army way of life is so helpful withthe transition from active duty to Retiree.”

When I asked what specifically they liked aboutthis area, they shared, “We love being less than an houraway from Nashville. There is so much going on. We lovethe shopping, the food and the country music. We can’twait to go to Land Between the Lakes (LBL) for somefishing, camping and swimming!” Tanya went on to say,“Our all-time favorite thing in Tennessee has to be goingto Gatlinburg. There are so many things to do there andit is just a fun beautiful drive.Plus, living on post, we areclose to both Tennessee andKentucky so we can take daytrips or weekend trips toBowling Green – home of theCorvette Museum.”

Campbell Crossing LLCprovides the on post privatized military housing.The pet friendly communityoffers a variety of options to

include two, three, and four bedroom homes. If youenjoy traveling and will be away from your home for anylength of time, the Campbell Crossing staff will watchover it and even perform preventative maintenancewhile you are gone.

“Our first priority is, and always will be, takingcare of our military service members and their Families.We are now equally excited to offer housing to militaryRetirees who would like the option to live on post,within a military community that cares for and understands their needs,” said Angela Root, director ofproperty management for Campbell Crossing.

When I asked Tanya andPaul if they had anything elsethey would like to share, theysaid, “between the beautifullyrenovated house, the great location and the helpful housing employees we haveno plans to move anytimesoon.”

No Plans to MoveBy CynDe Clack

Campbell Crossing is currently accepting applications for on post housing from Retirees,DoD Civilians, and E-6 and above single Soldiersand geographical bachelors. Applications can besubmitted on the Campbell Crossing website at

www.campbellcrosslingllc.com, by fax to (931) 431-9003 or in person at 850 Georgia

Avenue, Fort Campbell, KY. Photos and floorplans can be found on

the website listed above

Tanya and Paul Adams and their children Leif and Autumn

In the Kitchen

We all know that eating a lot of fast food is bad for us but we eat it anyway. Even if we choose a restaurant that isn’t “fastfood,” we may not select the healthiest meal and chances are we’ll eat too much of it. We also know that cooking at home is bet-ter for the environment, is less expensive, is healthier, and is tastier. I know all of this, but I still need something to convince mewhy I should brave the kitchen and resulting dirty dishes, so I pulled up my favorite search engine and typed in “Healthy OnePot Recipes for Two.” Here are two of the recipes I found that might make it worth dirtying the kitchen. **Courtesy of eatingwell.com

Stuffed Pork Sandwiches for Two(Inspired by the classic Cuban Sandwich)

Ingredients• 2 4-ounce boneless pork chops, 1⁄2 inch thick, trimmed • 1 thin slice Swiss cheese, (1 ounce), cut in half • 1⁄8 teaspoon salt• 2 dill pickle sandwich slices• 1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper• 11⁄2 teaspoons canola oil • 1 romaine lettuce leaf, cut in half•2 whole-wheat hamburger buns, toasted • 2 slices tomato • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Preparation1. Cut each pork chop nearly in half horizontally, stopping short of the opposite side. Open each chop and place between sheets of plastic wrap. Pound with a meat mallet or heavy skillet until flattened to an eventhickness, slightly thicker than 1⁄8 inch. 2.Place a piece of cheese and a pickle slice on one side of each flattened chop. Fold the chop over thefilling, closing it like a book. Press the edges firmly together to seal. Season both sides with salt and pepper. 3. Heat oil in a medium skilletover medium-high heat. Add the stuffed chops, reduce heat to medium and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutesper side. 4. To assemble sandwiches, spread the toasted buns with mustard and top each with a pork chop, tomato slice and lettuce.

NutritionPer serving: 332 calories; 13 g fat (5 g sat, 4 g mono); 79 mg cholesterol; 25 g carbohydrates; 29 g protein; 4 g fiber; 612 mg sodium; 510 mg potassium. Nutrition Bonus: Calcium (19% daily value), Magnesium (16% dv), Potassium (15% dv). Carbohydrate Servings: 11⁄2. Exchanges: 11⁄2 starch, 3 lean meat, 1 fat

French Onion Beef Tenderloin for Two

Ingredients• 8 ounces beef tenderloin (filet mignon) or sirloin steak, 1-11⁄2 inchesthick, trimmed and cut into 2 steaks • 1⁄4 teaspoon minced dried onion• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt, divided • 1⁄4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper• 3 teaspoons canola oil, divided • 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced • 21⁄2 tablespoons dry sherry (not cooking sherry) • 11⁄2 teaspoons all-purpose flour • 1⁄2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme • 1⁄4 cup shredded Swiss cheese• 2 slices whole-grain baguette (1⁄2 inch thick), toasted

Preparation1. Sprinkle steaks with dried onion, 1⁄8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Heat 11⁄2 teaspoons oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add thesteaks and reduce the heat to medium. Cook, turning once, until desired doneness, 3 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer the

steaks to a plate and tent with foil.2. Position a rack in upper third of oven. Preheat broiler. 3. Add the remaining 11⁄2 teaspoons oil to thepan. Add onion and sherry, cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender and golden brown and theliquid has evaporated, 6 to 8 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the onion and stir to coat. Add broth, thyme and the remaining 1⁄8 teaspoon salt;cook until bubbling and thickened, about 1 minute more. 4. Remove from the heat and return the steaks and any accumulated juice to thepan. Pile up some of the onions on top of the steaks. Top each steak with a slice of baguette and some cheese. Transfer the pan to the ovenand broil until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 2 minutes. Serve the steaks with the onions and sauce.

NutritionPer serving: 376 calories; 18 g fat (5 g sat, 8 g mono); 80 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 31 g protein; 3 g fiber; 533 mg sodium; 574 mg potassium. Nutrition Bonus: Zinc (35% daily value), Calcium & Potassium (16% dv).Carbohydrate Servings: 1Exchanges: 1⁄2 starch, 1 vegetable, 4 lean meat, 1 fat

Cook or Eat Out?By CynDe Clack

I’ll admit that I don’t Pinterest…but I know people that do. They absolutely lovePinterest and turn to this social media outletfor ideas on all kinds of subjects.

In case you aren’t familiar with Pinterest - Pinterest is like a virtual bulletinboard that allows users to find and save images and videos with the emphasis on the discovery of other people’s content, not your own.

I signed into Pinterest so I could look around before I startedthis article. All I can say is WOW. It’s the mother lode of random stuff.Just on the first page – withoutusing the search function, I found recipes for Slow Cookerand Freezer Meals, 27 Kohl’sHacks, Natural Sinus PressureRelief, 8 Fascinating Facts aboutDepression, and a recipe for “thebest Funeral Potatoes.” That’sjust what I could see on my monitor WITHOUT scrolling!

I must confess that I get alittle giggle out of the “PinterestFails” collections that pop up onFacebook, but I don’t laugh too

loud or too long because I’m sure if I triedsome of these ideas…and took pictures…theywould be just as bad. The clue here is – don’ttake pictures when you try one and fail, because if you do and you post it to someother social media site, someone someday willfind it and use it to make other people laugh!

What’s Your Hobby?

By CynDe Clack

Do You

I would love to hear your Pintereststories – the good and the bad.

Send them toCynthia.k.clack.naf@mail.mil and

maybe you’ll see them in future issues. Send pics too!

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