Once again the Boston Bruins took it into overtime and came away with a win. Patrice Bergeron fed Brad Marchand the game winner with less than five minutes left in overtime to give the B’s a 3-2 win over the New York Rangers.  

Tuukka Rask made 33 saves in the victory and for the Rangers Henrik Lundqvist turned away 45 shots in the loss.  The game went as predicted, both teams being very stingy in front of the net and not giving up the easy shots.

The Bruins now lead the Eastern Conference semifinals 1 game to none, game two will be on Sunday at the TD Garden.

The Bruins certainly had an emotional win it that series, the Rangers come in also going seven games with the Washington Capitals.  In net for the Rangers is one of the best goalies they NHL has to offer in Henrik Lundqvist, he is very stingy giving up goals and has beaten the Bruins two out of three this season.  Boston does have home ice advantage but that can be taken away with a poor performance.  Many are predicting that this series goes to the wire with very few points being scored by either team, expect 2-1, 3-2 scores and some games going into overtime.  One thing to look for is how the Bruins defense looks, they are without a few key players, let’s hope the one’s they brought up from Providence can handle the ‘big boys’!

The Buzzards Bay Coalition Golf Outing & Cocktail Party Reception is back again at The Bay Club in Mattapoisett.  What a way to celebrate the beauty of Buzzards Bay Watershed with a great afternoon of golf at one of the areas premier clubs.  Mark the date on your calendar, Tuesday May 28th and be part of this outing.  You can set up a foursome or sign up individually if you would like to join in the fun.  The day includes 18 holes of golf, greens fees, cart rental, lunch, participation favor and cocktail and hours d’oeuvre reception with auction and awards. Plus you will help save Buzzards Bay, proceeds benefit the clean-up of nitrogen pollution in New Bedford Harbor, if you are not a golfer and would like to participate in the fun you can sign up for the cocktail party and auction only.  More information on this event, just click here.

What a great day this is going to be, play golf at a great course, spend time with friends, enjoy a great meal and help a great cause, what could be better?

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Can you believe it!? After taking the series lead three games to one the Boston Bruins let the Toronto Maple Leafs even the series up to three games a piece.

It all came down to game seven, the Leaf’s had a 4-1 lead with just under 11 minutes to play in regulation, somehow the B’s found their game and tied it up and sent it into overtime.  In overtime both teams had their chances to end it but the night belonged to the Bruins with a terrific 5-4 win.

The Bruins now host the New York Rangers beginning Thursday night, this should also be a great series.

Ceviche

8oz fresh local scallops

4oz fresh local codfish

4oz small shrimp

1 avocado

1 red bell pepper

1 jalepeno pepper

3 scallions

1 bunch fresh cilantro

4 cloves fresh garlic

4 limes

1 red onion

Pinch of sea salt

Pinch of cayenne pepper

1 pkg small flour tortillas

Method

In one small mixing bowl add:

Very finely diced. The red pepper, jalepeno pepper red onion, and the scallions. Finely chop the cilantro and add it to the bowl.

Now dice the avocado into another bowl and squeeze the juice of 1 of the limes over it and toss gently. In a third bowl slice the scallops into 1/4 inch slices like quarters. Dice the codfish into 1/2 inch cubes. Add the small shrimp. Now squeeze the remaining 3 limes over the seafood add a pinch of sea salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper stir and refrigerate for two hours. Now toss the avocados, the vegetables and the seafood together gently and set back in the refrigerator. Grill on 1 side the flour tortillas just to mark them and bring a little texture to them. To serve the  ceviche place on a bed of Romaine lettuce and serve the tortillas on the side with fresh lime wedges. Use the tortillas like tacos its a great way to eat the ceviche.

As you can see in the photos, things were very tense – as you could imagine. The Mass. State Police posted the gallery on their Facebook page today, and over the weekend we got a look at the method used to see Tsarnaev in the boat where he was hiding.

In the photos you can see Boston Police commissioner Ed Davis, Boston Mayor Tom Menino, MEMA Director Kurt Schwartz, State Police Deputy Superintendent James Hanafin and Watertown Police Chief Edward Deveau among others.

Tsarnaez had been hiding in a covered boat from authorities. It is not yet know how long he was hiding in the boat, but reports indicate that he lost a substantial amount of blood while in hiding for most of the day. The Mass. State Police have now released some official photos that show the technology used to see him hiding.

Trail Mix Salad with Cranberry, Thyme Vinaigrette

Serves two

Ingredients:

12 oz bag of spring mix

2oz dried cranberries

2oz raisins

2oz roasted pecans

Black and white sesame seeds( just white will do)

2oz Granola (store bought is ok)

4oz goat cheese

Dressing ingredients:

1c extra virgin olive oil

1/2 c cider vinegar

1/2 c cranberry sauce(store bought is ok)

1 orange(juiced)

1 lemon(juiced)

1T fresh thyme

Pinch of sea salt

Pinch of black pepper

Method: in two bowls split the greens, and then top the greens with the cranberries, raisins, sesame seeds, granola, toasted pecans, and goat cheese.

Dressing: in a blender add the vinegar

, cranberry sauce, thyme, lemon juice, orange juice, pinch sea salt, pinch pepper. Put on lid and start blend 20 seconds and then while machine is on remove lid and drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil and  lend for 45 more seconds.

This is a salad that should be drizzled with dressing, not tossed.

Napa Salad:

Ingredients:

1 head Napa or Asian Cabbage (cut across the head into 1/2 inch ribbons)

1 fresh pineapple (1/2 inch dice)

6 scallions (cut on a bias)

3 boneless chicken breasts (salt, pepper, garlic and olive oil) grilled, chilled, and sliced thin.

1 pkg of Ramen noodles(discard seasoning pouch)and crumble the uncooked noodles.

1/4 c of sesame seeds

1c slivered almonds

3T of butter

Method: in a large saute pan add the butter and melt on medium high heat. Add Ramen Noodles, sesame seeds, and almonds. Toss in the butter and  cook on medium heat till ingredients are golden brown. Constantly moving the mix so as not to burn, but to evenly toast. Set aside to cool

In a large mixing bowl: Add the cabbage, scallions, pineapple and grilled chicken and toss with dressing. Just enough to season the salad not swimming in it. Now add the crunchy noodles, sesame seeds, and the almonds. Toss one more time and serve right away.

Dressing:

1/4c rice wine vinegar

2T soy sauce

2T brown sugar

1 lime(juiced)

1T Dijon mustard

1c toasted sesame oil

Pinch of black pepper

2T fresh chopped cilantro

Method:

In a blender add all of the dressing ingredients except the sesame oil. Blend for 30 seconds then drizzle in the oil while the blender is blending the other ingredients. This will emulsify or thicken the dressing.

Cornbread Panzanella Salad, An Italian salad with a Southwestern Twist.

Ingredients:

1 box of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

1/2c Buttermilk(or light cream)

1/2c canned creamed corn

1 Jalapeno

Pepper

Cornbread: I suggest using a box of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix like my Mom did, However I substitute the liquid in the recipe for half creamed corn and half buttermilk. This waver from the recipe adds moisture and richness to the finished product. For our first Southwestern twist I added a 1/2 cup of shredded sharp white cheddar and 1 fresh Jalapeno Pepper cut in half, seeded, and diced 1/8 inch dice.(very small)

I also suggest using a loaf pan rather than a square pan. Bake at 325 f until toothpick comes out clean in the center.

After Cornbread has cooled, remove from pan, and using a serrated knife cut into 1 inch cubes and spread out the cubes on a no stick cookie sheet and bake again at 400 f for 15 minutes or until crispy on the outside.

That may seam like a lot to do for one ingredient, but it is the star of the Panzanella show.

1 12oz bag or box of Spring Mix salad greens

1 head of Romaine Lettuce

1 14oz can of black beans.( drained and rinsed)

1 8oz bag of shredded sharp white cheddar

3 red peppers, cut in half, seeded, then grill 3 minutes on each side. cool and cut into 1 inch pieces

2 red onions, pealed and sliced thick (1 inch) then grill 3 minutes on each side. cool and cut into 1 inch pieces

4 Poblano Peppers (same treatment as the red peppers)

3 Beefsteak Tomatoes (1 inch dice)

Dressing:

In a blender add: 1/2c rice wine vinegar, 1T of Dijon Mustard, a pinch of cayenne pepper, a pinch of sea salt, and 3T of fresh Cilantro. Start blender with the lid on, open lid and drizzle in 1c of extra virgin olive oil and blend for 1 minute.

In a large bowl add your Spring mix, Romaine, black beans, cheddar, and vegetables.

Lightly dress and gently toss the ingredients.

Now add the crunchy cornbread cubes and toss one more time and serve.

All of these ingredients can be made ahead of time but once they are assembled the salad should be served immediately so the cornbread keeps its crunch.

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