Dependence

by Jon Thoms

Like a dog waiting for his master to throw him a milk-bone when he comes home, my family anticipates my arrival. They are always excited when I visit due in part to the decedent foods I provide. I make them tasty treats with chocolate, alcohol, and caffeine that once they�ve tried them they can no longer live without. I also make pizzas, sandwiches, and casseroles that are oh so good and can�t be obtained from any other source. They are dependent on the food and therefore dependent on me.

Recipes

Rum Balls

Mix thoroughly (use your hands it's pretty thick):

• 3 cups finely crushed vanilla wafers (Nilla wafers 1 box)
• ¼ cup un-sweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup confectioners powdered sugar
• ¼ cup dark rum
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup

Do not add too much of the liquid ingredients, the dryer they are the better.

Form 1 inch diameter balls and roll smooth with the palm of your hand. Roll the balls in powdered sugar to get a tack-free coating. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Caffeinated Dessert Beverage

In a blender place:

• 2 cups of ice
• 2 cups milk
• 2 teaspoons of nutmeg
• A double dose of double mocha instant coffee

Blend to the consistency of a milk-shake and serve with a straw.

Mediterranean Sandwich

• 2 slices of sesame seed encrusted white bread or Italian bread
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 slices of Tomato
• A thick slices of mozzarella cheese
• Oregano
• Salt

Spread the olive oil on one slice. Sprinkle generous amounts of oregano on the olive oil. Place the tomato slices and add a few dashes of salt to them. Place the cheese and cover the sandwich.

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