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R&M BOARD of DIRECTORS

Fountainhead R&M Office (281) 893-4820 Fountainhead R&M Fax (281) 893-8490 Andy Richardson, President Sharon Hubbard, Vice President June Marshall, Secretary Alan Alderton, Treasurer Charlotte Warwick, Grounds Andrew Siojo, Tennis & Pool June Marshall, Clubhouse ACC Committee (281) 893-4820

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ALL EMERGENCIES 911

Constable’s 24 Hour Dispatcher (281) 376-3472 Center Point Energy (Power line down, power outage, street lights) (713) 207-2222 Center Point Energy (Gas problems) (713) 659-2111 Fountainhead MUD (Water Service) (281) 469-5740 Fountainhead Garden Club (281) 772-7224 Waste Management of Texas (713) 686-6666 Harris County Animal Control (281) 999-3191 Harris County Pollution Control (281) 999-3191 Barbara Bush Branch Library (281) 376-4610

Please don’t set your trash out early, this includes yard clippings. It is to be set out the night before or the day of pick up. Trash cans are to be stored out of sight.

If trash is out after pick up, please move it out of sight until the next scheduled pickup. Thank you!

A Deed Restricted Community

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Pool Tag Renewal Dates for this year are:

April 29 – 4-6 pm May 3 – 6:30-8:30 pm May 8 – 6:30-8:30 pm May 12 – 4-6 pm

May 18 – 6:30-8:30 pm

May 19 – 12-8pm-Pool opens

May 20 – 12-8pm May 26 – 12-8pm

May 27 – 12-8pm May 28 – 12-8pm

June 2 -12-8pm

Emergency Service

Address numbers need to be bold and visible. Emergency services depend on these numbers. Remember, you might be

the one who needs help.

To get your street numbers re-painted call 832.236. 4886

• Garage sale signs are to be removed immediately upon completion of the sales event.

• If your mailbox needs repairing please do so.

An inoperable vehicle is one whitout valid license plate and

safety inspection tag. Refer to 3.7.1 in the Architectural

Control Guidelines.

Working on you car in the sub-division must be temporary

emergency repair. 3.7.3

Parking in front of the tennis courts is reserved for our members

who are using the tennis courts, using the pool, or attending

events occurring in the clubhouse.

For any concerns or if you would like something posted in this newsletter, please submit your request to the clubhouse. Either call (281) 893-4820 or leave a signed note in the brick mailbox

in front of the clubhouse.

Neighborhood Watch

Crime is everywhere. If you do notice any suspicious activity in our neighborhood and surrounding areas

please call the constables # (281) 376-3472

Calling the clubhouse: Board members can be reached by calling the clubhouse at 281.893.4820. Please leave your name, phone number and a detailed message. We will be happy to return your call the next day.

Please clean the curb in front of your houses. Our deed restrictions require this to be done. This cleaning will help prevent flooding

problems when exceptionally heavy rain occurs.

Let’s celebrate our Childrens Successes

Please share with your Fountainhead neighbors your childrens accomplishments. We would like to recognize their successes in school and community activities. Please leave a signed note

in the clubhouse mailbox to describe how they excelled.

An overview of your Dues at work

The question has been ask what the $250.00 annual

dues is used for.

These are some of our expenses.

Lawn Service Clubhouse

Pool Annual mail outs

Insurance HOA Statements

Security System ACC mail outs

Tennis Court Repairs Water

Play Ground Gas

Computer Electricity

Printer

Tennis Court Keys

Keys to the tennis court are available for all

homeowners living in Fountainhead. All first issue keys

are $25.00 .

Call the office 281-893-4820 and leave name and

number.

To Our Dog Lover’s

The warm weather has arrived and many of us are walking their

dogs throughout the neighborhood.

It is imperative to make sure to pick up after your dog did it’s

business. Our neighbor’s put a lot of work into keeping their

front yard pretty. They are not responsible to clean up for you.

Please be a responsible dog owner. Thank you!

CLUBHOUSE/POOL RENTAL

The Fountainhead Clubhouse or Swimming Pool at 4714 Fountainhead Drive are available for rental to Fountainhead homeowners for parties or other get-togethers.

CLUBHOUSE/POOL RENTAL RATES:

$500 - Key/Damage/Cleanup Deposit

$100 - Swimming Pool Rental

$85 - Base Rental (Main Hall & Kitchen)

$65* - Add Conference Room

$20* - Add Pool Table Room

$20* - Additional Table Rental

* In addition to $85 Base Rental

For a list of rental regulations or to inquire about reserving the Fountainhead Clubhouse or Swimming Pool for your next event, call (281) 893-4820. The approval of a specific date is dependent upon availability. Checks for all rental fees & the Key/Damage/Cleanup Deposit are due with reservation. Homeowners reserving pool or clubhouse must be present during the entire party/get-together. Pool & Clubhouse cannot be rented together.

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Summer Time

Water Safety

Now that the heat is here and swimming pool usage will soon be in full swing, CESD would

like to remind everyone to be careful in and around bodies of water. DON’T TAKE WATER

SAFETY FOR GRANTED!

Drowning is the leading cause of injury or death for young children ages 1 to 4. Nationwide,

three children die every day as a result of drowning. But you can help to prevent

accidental drowning. Here are some tips:

Make life jackets a “must.” If you plan on visiting natural bodies of water, make sure life

jackets are worn. Even if your child is a good swimmer in a swimming pool, it doesn’t mean

that he/she won’t encounter something in a natural body of water that could drown them.

Bathtubs can be dangerous too! Remember that a child, especially babies, can drown in

only 1 inch of water. Bathing in bathtubs are a regular household routine but can turn deadly

very quickly. Never leave a baby in a bathtub unsupervised, even for what you think is “just

a minute”.

Learn CPR. Learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and get recertified every two years.

CPR can help a child stay alive with little or no brain damage. For Cypress Creek EMS CPR

classes visit www.ccems.com/education/cpr-first-aid-schedule/ for more info.

Be on the look-out. Adults watching kids near water should avoid distracting activities like

playing cards, reading books, using electronic devices, or talking on the phone.

For more information about all kinds of child safety, visit www.cdc.gov/safechild

www.championsfire.org

Facebook.com/ChampionsESD

Twitter: @ChampionsESD

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May Day History

May Day marks the halfway point between the first day of spring and the summer solstice. May Day dates back to the days of the Romans and involved many pagan rituals and ancient customs which were slowly phased out with the arrival of

Christianity. Festivals, dances, and rituals related to agriculture and fertility were practiced by many Germanic and European countries. May Day also commemorates the struggle for fair labor practices and the Haymarket Affair of 1886. It is observed on May 1st each year.

May Day Facts & Quotes • Roman Catholics celebrate May as Mary's month, and May Day is celebration of the

Blessed Virgin Mary. • May Day is also recognized as International Worker's Day, or Labour Day. This day

commemorates workers rights and the labour movement. One popular cause that this day commemorates is the eight-hour workday.

• During the Haymarket Affair of 1886, more than a dozen people were killed after a 3-day strike and rally. US Labor Unions had agreed upon a general nationwide strike on May 1, 1886 in support of an eight-hour work day. One such rally, held outside the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company, Chicago, Illinois, became violent when police fired into the crowd of striking workers. Outraged, the worker's organized another rally the next day at Haymarket Square. The rally became violent when a bomb was thrown into a crowd of police. Seven officers were killed. A very public trial ensued which ended in the public hanging of four anarchists.

• In France, it is customary to give a sweet smelling flower called the spring of lily of the valley (a symbol of springtime) on May 1st. The tradition started in 1561 when King Charles IX of France received a lily of the valley as a lucky charm.

• All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence. – Martin Luther King Jr.

May Day Top Events and Things to Do • Dance around a Maypole. Decorate a tall pole with garlands of flowers and ribbons. Have a

group of friends each take a ribbon and dance around the pole, interweaving the ribbons to form a braided affect. The braid can be undone by retracing one's steps.

• Have a picnic outdoors in the sunshine. • Attend a May Day Festival. • Visit a local fresh air market. • Watch a film relating to worker’s rights. Our favorite films on the topic:

1) The Grapes of Wrath (1940) 2) Office Space (1999) 3) Caesar Chavez (2014)

World Press Freedom Day History

World Press Freedom Day acts as a reminder of the importance of a free press in a functioning and safe society and serves to commemorate the journalists who have lost their lives in support of free press. In a time when media coverage is prone to

fear-mongering and sensationalism, taking the time to appreciate and seek out journalism with integrity has never been more important. Freedom of expression is a fundamental human right as stated in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

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World Press Freedom Day was first organized by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993 in an effort to reflect upon press freedom in the world. The day marks the anniversary of the Declaration of Windhoek, which is a statement of press freedom principles put together by African journalists in 1991 to promote an independent and pluralistic African press. This holiday is celebrated on May 3.

World Press Freedom Day Facts & Quotes • Each World Press Freedom Day has a theme and a host city. 2017’s host city was

Indonesia, Jakarta and the theme was Critical Minds for Critical Times: Media’s role in advancing peaceful, just and inclusive societies. The theme was chosen as it coincides with the 2030 Development Agenda goal to: Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels.

• UNESCO confers the Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize to a deserving individual, organization or institution in the field. The prize is named after Guillermo Cano Isaza, a Colombian journalist who was assassinated outside his newspaper in 1986 having offended powerful drug lords.

• According to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers. – Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

• Freedom of the Press, if it means anything at all, means the freedom to criticize and oppose . – George Orwell, writer.

• Quality journalism enables citizens to make informed decisions about their society’s development. It also works to expose injustice, corruption, and the abuse of power. For this, journalism must be able to thrive, in an enabling environment in which they can work independently and without undue interference and in conditions of safety. – UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova, and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein.

World Press Freedom Day Top Events and Things to Do • Take advantage of your rights and write a blog or social media post on something that you

feel strongly about. Freedom of Speech is a crucial component of the UN Declaration of Human Rights. The internet has made sharing ideas with a wide audience the easiest it has ever been in history.

• Watch a documentary about the media and press freedoms. Some of our favorites: Spotlight (2015), Bowling for Columbine (2002), Page One: Inside the New York Times (2011), or Weapons of Mass Deception (2004).

• Get your inner journalist active on social media. The internet has given birth to a citizen journalist movement that harnesses the power of millions who previously had no voice. We all have cameras in our pockets and access to an audience of millions on social media.

• Read a book that tackles issues relating to freedom of expression. The famous works of George Orwell’s 1984, Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World or Hunter S. Thompson’s Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail can offer some alternative perspectives on the function of media in society.

• Attend an event. There are dozens of events celebrating WPFD, these conferences bring together journalists and media workers to discuss current issues. UNESCO offers more monre info.

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Cinco De Mayo History

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of the Mexican Army's victory over France during the Franco-Mexican War. During Mexico's war with France, the US was engaged in its Civil War. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican victory at the Battle of Puebla. This battle was a significant turning point for the US as well. The

French were US Confederate Army supporters. During the Battle of Puebla, their attention became so focused on the battle with Mexico that the US Union Army forces were able to advance and gain significant ground. It is considered a minor holiday inside Mexico however, in the US, Cinco de Mayo not only celebrates the victory at the Battle of Puebla, but also serves as a celebration of the culture and heritage of the Mexican people.

Cinco De Mayo Facts & Quotes • According to the 2011 Census, there are 33.6 million US residents who claim Mexican

origin. • Over 60% of US residents claiming Mexican origin live in either California or Texas. • Cinco de Mayo literally means 5th of May. • In 2012, Mexico was the third largest trade partner with the US, with over $494 billion

traded. • Cinco de Mayo has come to represent a celebration of the contributions that Mexican

Americans and all Hispanics have made to America. - Joe Baca, California Congressman

Cinco De Mayo Top Events and Things to Do • Attend a Cinco de Mayo Festival. Popular such festivals can be found in San Antonio, Los

Angeles, Chicago and Houston. • Go eat or have drinks at a Mexican restaurant. • Make Margaritas with Mexican tequila. • Attend a Parade. • Make a piñata with your friends. Piñatas usually contain sweets or treats that fall out once it

has been smashed open.

National Teacher Day History

National Teacher Day provides an opportunity to recognize and show appreciation for the enormous impact that this nation's teachers have made and continue to make on its youth.

In 1953, an Arkansas teacher wrote to Eleanor Roosevelt about the need to recognize and honor the nation's teachers. Mrs. Roosevelt persuaded Congress to proclaim a day in May as National Teacher Day. National Teacher Day is celebrated on Tuesday of National Teacher Week; this week is observed the first full school week of May each year.

National Teacher Day Facts & Quotes

• As of May 2012, there were 950,440 teachers, teaching approximately 58 million students in US elementary and secondary schools.

• Around 1944 Arkansas teacher Mattye Whyte Woodridge began corresponding with political and education leaders about the need for a national day to honor teachers. Woodridge

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wrote to Eleanor Roosevelt, who in 1953 persuaded the 81st Congress to proclaim a National Teacher Day.

• There are currently 3.2 million teachers in the US today, 1.8 million of which will become eligible for retirement within the next decade.

• The dream begins, most of the time, with a teacher who believes in you, who tugs and pushes and leads you on to the next plateau, sometimes poking you with a sharp stick called truth. - Dan Rather

• There is an old saying that the course of civilization is a race between catastrophe and education. In a democracy such as ours, we must make sure that education wins the race. - John F. Kennedy

National Teacher Day Top Events and Things to Do • Join 2016 #ThankATeacher campaign. Take a picture with your favorite teacher, post it on

social media and hashtag #ThankATeacher. Write a personal Thank You note to special teachers.

• Provide picture bouquets to teachers using pictures of current students with messages attached as leaves.

• Hang congratulatory or thankful banners on classroom doors. • Have the community contribute gifts and gift certificates for teacher gift baskets. • Host a breakfast for teachers before school. Try to involve local stores as sponsors.

Mother's Day History

Mother's Day is a day dedicated to honoring and recognizing the sacrifices and accomplishments of mothers. Mothers are recognized by family and friends; regardless of whether they are biological or perceived maternal figures. It is a day to honor and respect mothers for their many sacrifices; a day to show them

how important they are to us. In 1914, Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation recognizing the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day.

Mother's Day Facts & Quotes • According to the National Retail Federation, in 2018, consumers will spend a total of $23.1

billion on Mother's day, almost record numbers. The average consumer will spend an average of $180.

• Julia Ward Howe, the author of The Battle Hymn of the Republic, came up with the notion of a Mother's Day in 1870. In a proclamation, she urged mothers to take a stand against sons killing the sons of other mothers.

• A mother's love for her child is like nothing else in the world - Agatha Christie • God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers. - Hebrew proverb

Mother's Day Top Events and Things to Do • Take mom out to brunch or dinner. Be sure to book in advance as Mother's Day brunches

are always very busy. • Clean the house for your mother or grandmother. • Send mom and grandma flowers. You can either pick them up and deliver them yourself if

you are nearby or use one of many onlineservices that ship directly to her door. • Give mom a gift she will really appreciate - a day at the spa or a weekend off. • A simple phone call to mom will suffice. Let her know that you love her and think about her.

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Armed Forces Day History

Armed Forces Day is a day to recognize members of the Armed Forces that are currently serving. In 1947, the Armed Forces of the US were united under one department which was renamed the Department of Defense in 1949. President

Harry S. Truman supported the creation of a day for the nation to unite in support and recognition or our military members and their families. On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced that Armed Forces Day would take the place of other individual branch celebrations, and all branches of the military would be honored this single day. Armed Forces Day takes place on the third Saturday in May.

Armed Forces Day Facts & Quotes • The creation of Armed Forces Day was announced on August 31, 1949 by Secretary of

Defense Louis Johnson. It was meant to replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force Days.

• According to the US Dept of Defense, as of 2013, there are 1,387,493 personnel serving in active duty in the United States; 1,259,000 are serving in the different reserve branches.

• As of September 2011, there were just over 214,000 women serving in active duty. That is 14.6% of all active duty personnel.

• One of the best ways to keep peace is to be prepared for war. - General George Washington

Armed Forces Day Top Events and Things to Do • Attend a parade or a military air show. • Send a care package to military personnel stationed overseas. Free flat-rate boxes are

available at USPS. Use these to mail to military bases for a low cost. • Fly the American Flag. • Visit a local Veteran's Hospital or Nursing Home to show your gratitude. • Honor Military Working Dogs by donating to the ASPCA or other charitable organizations

that protect and serve these heroic animals.

Brother's Day History

National Brother Day seeks to celebrate brothers, the male sibling and their contributions to each and every one of their families. It seeks to celebrate the bond between brothers and its significance.

National Brother Day is an unofficial national holiday that is annually celebrated on the 24th of May. It is not to be confused with National Sibling Day, which is celebrated in April.

Brother's Day Facts & Quotes • According to Jeffrey • books. • When brothers agree, no fortress is so strong as their common life. – Antisthenes, Greek

philosopher and star Kluger, author of The Sibling Effect, men who have sisters are better at talking to women than those who grew up without a sister.

• According to Jeffrey Kluger, author of The Sibling Effect, after approximately six years, your stepsiblings can become as close to you as biological ones.

• 51% of all newborns in the U.S. are boys.

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• Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero. – Marc Brown, author and illustrator of children’s pupil of Socrates.

Brother's Day Top Events and Things to Do • Take a brother out for a meal and discuss cherished family memories together. Some great

places to take out your brother would be a favorite restaurant of his or a spot that is meaningful to you both from your past.

• Watch a movie about brotherhood. Some suggestions are: Boyhood (2014), Four Brothers (2005), Boyz N the Hood (1991), and The Tree of Life (2011).

• Read a book about brotherhood. Some suggestions are: The Sibling Effect, Brother, and The Dead Man’s Brother.

• Post a picture on social media of you and your brother with a caption of a fond memory between the two of you. Make sure to tag your brother in the photo!

• Spread awareness about the holiday by using the hashtags #NationalBrotherDay, #brother and #NBD on social media.

Memorial Day History

Memorial day is a US holiday to honor and remember those who died while serving in the military. It is a day to raise our awareness about the Nation’s freedom and the price for this freedom. Every year U.S. soldiers and their families pay that price.

Memorial Day is a day for reverence and honoring of those who gave their lives defending the Nation and its values. In 1971, Congress declared it a national holiday. It also marks the unofficial start to the summer season.

Memorial Day Facts & Quotes • Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day. • There have been over 2.7 million US military deaths since 1775. • The deadliest war the U.S. has participated in was the Civil War, with around 620,000

deaths. • It is customary to fly a US flag at half-staff till noon on Memorial Day. • U.S. Army accounts 158 installations around the world. It includes over 132,000 miles of

infrastructure for gas, water, electric and sewer, and more than 1 billion square feet of office space.

• It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived. - George S. Patton

Memorial Day Top Events and Things to Do • Attend a Memorial day parade. One popular parade is the National Memorial Day Parade in

Washington DC. • All Americans are encouraged to pause for one minute at 3:00 pm (local time). Think of the

sacrifices made by U.S. soldiers to provide freedom for all. • Visit the grave of a fallen soldier. • Have a picnic or go boating. • Donate to a charity that serves veterans.

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May Observances & Fun Facts

May 2018 is

Observed as

• National Bike Month • National Physical Fitness and Sports • National Mental Health Awareness • Lupus Awareness month • Lyme Disease Awareness Month

May

Birthstone

Emerald

Fruit & Veges

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of May

• Mangos • Limes • Potatoes • Rhubarb

May Flower

Lily of the Valley & Hawthorn

May

Astrological

Sign

Taurus (till 20th) & Gemini (21st →)

April Observances & Fun Facts Quotes:

You are educated. Your certification is in your degree. You may think of it as the ticket to the good life. Let me ask you to think of an alternative. Think of it as your ticket to change the

world. Tom Brokaw.

It is very important to generate a good attitude, a good heart, as much as possible. From this, happiness in both the short term and the long term for both yourself and others will come.

The Dala Lama

We are witnessing an enormous shift of collective consciousness throughout the world. We are at the precipice of great transformation within our culture and government.

Zachary Quinto

Mere longevity is a good thing for those who watch life from the sidelines. For those who play the game, an hour may be a year, a single day’s work an achievement for eternity.

Gabriel Heatter

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FOUNTAINHEAD For April 2018

Fountainhead Family Disturbance: 4900 El Salvador Dr. - Deputies responded to a call regarding a Family Disturbance. Investigation revealed family members engaged in a verbal confrontation. No physical disturbance took place parties were separated and no charges were filed.

Criminal Mischief: 12500 De Forrest Dr. – Deputy responded to a call regarding damage to

property. Investigation revealed unknown suspect(s) damaged door to enter home under renovation and fled undetected. Other Calls / Evading / Credit Card Abuse / ID theft / Forgery 4900 Spanish Oak Dr. - Deputy responded to a suspicious vehicle on the public roadway occupied four times. Two known suspect(s) ran from location one was captured and booked into county jail for Evanding and Unlawful Carry. The second was identified and To Be Warrant was filed for Evading and Unlawful Carry. The third and fourth individuals were also booked into county jail for Tampering with Evidence.

Barbara Bush Branch Library Events for May 2018

We’re still closed but we’re out in the community! All of our classes and

groups like yoga, French, Spanish, knitting are all still meeting in various

locations in the area. For events and to see how you can help us rebuild, go to

www.bblf.org.

Ongoing Events:

Baby & Toddler Storytime/Pop up Library

Mondays 10 am

Preschool Storytime/Pop up Library

Mondays 11 am

Presented at the Cypress Creek Christian Church and Community Center

6823 Cypresswood Dr, Spring (across the street from the library)

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Barbecued Chinese Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Total: 25 min Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min

Yield: 4 servings Level: Easy

Ingredients • 2 cups, 4 handfuls, fresh shiitake mushrooms

• 1 1/3 to 1 1/2 pounds thin cut chicken breast or chicken tenders

• 2 tablespoons light colored oil, such as vegetable oil or peanut oil

• Coarse salt and coarse black pepper

• 3 cloves garlic, chopped

• 1 inch ginger root, finely chopped or grated, optional

• 1 orange, zested

• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small

• 1 small tin, 6 to 8 ounces, sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped

• 3 scallions, chopped

• 3 tablespoons hoisin, Chinese barbecue sauce, available on Asian foods aisle of market

• 1/2 large head iceberg lettuce, core removed, head quartered

• Wedges of navel orange -- platter garnish

Directions Remove tough stems from mushrooms and brush with damp towel to clean, Slice mushrooms. Chop chicken into small pieces.

Preheat a large skillet or wok to high.

Add oil to hot pan. Add chicken to the pan and sear meat by stir frying a minute or 2. Add mushrooms and cook another minute or two. Add salt and pepper to season, then garlic and ginger. Cook a minute more. Grate zest into pan, add bell pepper bits, chopped water chestnuts and scallions. Cook another minute, continuing to stir fry mixture. Add hoisin Chinese barbecue sauce and toss to coat the mixture evenly. Transfer the hot chopped barbecued chicken to serving platter and pile the quartered wedges of crisp iceberg lettuce along side. Add wedged oranges to platter to garnish. To eat, pile spoonfuls into lettuce leaves, wrapping lettuce around fillings and squeeze an orange wedge over.

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Scampi on Couscous Total: 40 min Prep: 10 min

Cook: 30 min

Yield: 4 servings Level: Intermediate

Ingredients • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 carrot, chopped

• 1 garlic clove, peeled and smashed, plus 2 garlic cloves minced

• 2 (8 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes in their juice

• 1 (8ounce) bottle clam juice

• 1/4 cup dry white wine

• 1 cup water

• 2 cups plain couscous

• 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 lemon, juiced

• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes

• Chopped parsley leaves, for garnish

Directions In a large pot, heat 1/4 cup olive oil. When almost smoking, add onion, carrot and 1 clove smashed garlic and saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the canned tomatoes and their juice, clam juice and white wine. Bring to a boil and simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes, uncovered. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Carefully pour tomato mixture in the bowl of a food processor and puree. Add a couple of tablespoons of water if needed - you want to end up with a broth. Check for seasoning. Return broth to the pot. Add 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and add 2 cups couscous. Cover pot and remove from heat. Let rest for 10 minutes, allowing the couscous to absorb all the liquid. Fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper.

In a large skillet, add the remaining 1/4 cup oil and the 2 cloves of minced garlic. Heat the oil, making sure not to burn the garlic. When the oil is hot, add the shrimp and stirring occasionally, cook the shrimp until they start to turn pink, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp or they will become tough. Remove from heat and add the lemon juice, red pepper and chopped parsley. Check for seasoning.

To serve, mound the couscous in the center of a platter and top with the shrimp.

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