Today for Who Knew Wednesday we shared about another ‘W’ food. Walnuts are a favorite nut for many people and here is a fun recipe for try at home!
CANDIED WALNUTS INGREDIENTS:
To make this candied walnuts recipe, you will need:
Walnuts: About 4 cups raw walnut halves (or chopped walnuts).
Egg white: To bind the candy coating to the walnuts.
Vanilla extract: Just a little for flavor!
Brown sugar: I used packed brown sugar, but you could also sub in white (granulated) sugar or coconut sugar instead.
Spices: Ground cinnamon plus a hint of cayenne.
Fine sea salt: My preferred salt for this recipe. (Note that if you choose to use table salt instead, you will need to use less salt.)
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne
1 egg white
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups (12 ounces) raw walnut halves
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, sea salt, cinnamon and cayenne until combined.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg white and vanilla until combined. Add the walnuts and toss until they are evenly coated with the egg white mixture. Add the brown sugar mixture and toss until the walnuts are evenly coated.
Spread the walnuts out in an even layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove baking sheet from the oven, and give the walnuts a brief stir. Return to the oven and bake for 20 more minutes. Remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes.
Serve immediately, or store in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks.
Who Am I? Who Knew Trivia:
– I was born on this date in 1986 in Seattle.
– I was signed to Forefront Records when I was 12
– My first album, Genuine, released when I was 14
– I sang the song “There’s Got to Be More to Life”
– I’m also known for the singles, “Stuck” and “Don’t Look at Me”
– I was nominated for a Grammy in 2004
– I took a hiatus from 2008-2012 and have done occasional concerts and appearances since then
The answer? Stacie Orrico – congratulations to Karen from Mount Vernon who answered correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup!
Lexie & Todd Bring you artist news for Andrew Ripp & Lauren Daigle.
Soulful singer-songwriter Andrew Ripp landed his first No. 1 single with his song “Jericho” at Billboard’s Christian Airplay, Christian AC Monitored, and Christian AC Indicator. Check out the full story HERE
two-time GRAMMY Award winner and multi-platinum selling artist Lauren Daigle has released the long awaited, “Hold On To Me.” Check out the full story HERE
Truth was crashing through the pride and the blame Cutting straight into the heart of me Long before I ever called your name You were fighting for my victory
The Answer is Jericho by Andrew Ripp! Congrats to Bonnie from Mount Vernon for correctly guessing and winning a $5 Gift Certificate to Everlasting Cup!
Thanks so much for tuning into the Afternoon Drive! – Lexie & Todd
Joe shared more about the power of prayer – our ultimate weapon. We are in a constant battle, so how can we respond? 1. Like James 4:7 reminds us, submit ourselves daily to God 2. Close any open doors that give the enemy access. 3. Pray in the name of Jesus, the blood of Jesus and pray the Word!
Name two things in your house that get used more than anything else?
Praise the Lord it’s Friday! Here’s this week’s countdown:
10. Tauren Wells and Jenn Johnson – Famous For (I Believe) 9. We Are Messengers – Image of God 8. Josh Baldwin – Evidence 7. Phil Wickham – Battle Belongs 6. Jeremy Camp – Out of My Hands 5. Cory Asbury – Sparrows 4. CAIN – Rise Up (Lazarus) 3. Matthew West – Truth Be Told 2. Elevation Worship f/Brandon Lake – Graves Into Gardens (3 weeks at #1) 1. Andrew Ripp – Jericho (1st week at #1)
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY – additions this week to the WNZR playlist include:
Seriously?? How many people claimed February 24th as their day? Who Knew February 24th was everybody’s day?
Pink Day
Pink Day was established in 2007 after a pair of students, David Shepherd and Travis Price, saw one of their fellow students at Central Kings Rural High School being bullied for no other reason than that they were wearing a pink shirt.
In a stroke of brilliance, these two got together and decided to show support for the student and take a stand against bullying by getting everyone at their school to wear a pink shirt the next day. Pink Day was created to stomp out all bullying and spread understanding, and it’s a concept spreading throughout the world.
This day is meant to serve as an incentive for others to acknowledge their appreciation for acquaintances or strangers and to promote a respectful attitude and an attentive demeanor.
We can all celebrate by simply opening a door for an old lady, giving up a seat to a pregnant lady, helping a child cross the street, stopping to ask if a tourist is lost and needs directions, offering to carry a suitcase up the stairs and generally making a small sacrifice.
But most of all, we have to reflect on what others need and how we can help. It can make a big difference!
Who Am I?
– I was born on this date in 1885 in Fredericksburg, Texas
– My father died six months before I was born, so my grandfather helped raise me
– My grandfather influenced my love of the sea
– I was appointed to the Navy in 1901
– I rose to the rank of Fleet Admiral
– I commanded the U.S. Pacific Fleet in WWII
– A Navy supercarrier is named after me
– I died in 1966 at 80 years of age
I am Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz. Congratulations to Dave from Butler, who guessed correctly and wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup.
I shared a few notes about tapping into the power of prayer by doing these three things:
1- praying in the NAME of Jesus (Luke 10:17-19; Philippians 2:10) 2- praying the BLOOD of Jesus (Revelation 12:11) 3- praying the WORD of God (Matthew 6)
Name a place where people go, which they insist be clean: 1- bathroom (42 votes) 2- restaurant (30) 3- the kitchen or a fridge (18) 4- hospital (6)
Congratulations to Jan from Howard, who wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup!
Today we featured wheat on our Who Knew Wednesday? foodie chat…so here are some of our fun facts gathered about it from the National Association of Wheat Growers:
– Wheat has been a principal cereal crop since the 1700’s as it is used for bread, pastries, pasta and pizza crusts
– About 75% of all American grain products are made from wheat flour
– About 50% of wheat grown in the U.S. is used here
– Kansas alone produces enough wheat each year to bake 36 billion loaves of bread
– An acre of wheat can feed about 9,000 people in one day
– Never refrigerate bagels or any bread product. Bread products go stale up to 6 times faster in the refrigerator. Leave these products at room temperature or freeze them.
– The first bagel rolled into the world in 1683 when a baker from Vienna, Austria was thankful to the King of Poland for saving Austria from Turkish invaders. The baker reshaped the local bread so that it resembled the King’s stirrup!
– One bushel of wheat weighs approximately 60 pounds and makes 42 pounds of white flour or 60 pounds of whole wheat flour
– A bushel of wheat makes about 42 pounds of pasta or 210 servings of spaghetti.
– Wheat is also prominent in flour tortillas and crackers
Wheat allergies are rare, but can still impact up to 6% of the population who are gluten-sensitive. So you can find plenty of tasty alternatives if you need to avoid wheat.
Here is a picture of Lexie’s ‘snaigels’!
Who Am I?
– I was born on this date in 1936 in St. Simons, Georgia
– I attended Syracuse University in New York
– I was the 6th overall pick in the 1957 NFL Draft and was Rookie of the Year
– I shared the same last name as my head coach
– I led my team to the NFL Championship in 1964
– I was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971
– I appeared in more than 30 films, including The Dirty Dozen
– WHO AM I?
Former Cleveland Browns running back, Jim Brown! Congratulations to Judy from Mount Vernon who wins the $5 gift card to Everlasting Cup.
Kari Jobe has announced a new tour! Jobe has announced The Blessing USA Tour. Named after Jobe’s GRAMMY-nominated and Dove Award-winning hit! Check out the full story HERE!
If you’re interested in tickets, you can get more information HERE.
If I could talk to myself eight years ago Seeing what I’ve seen knowing what I know I would tell that quiet kid There’ll be days ahead When it doesn’t make sense I would tell him he can trust Your hand ‘Cause now I gotta picture of the greater plan
This week’s song poetry lyrics were a stumper! listen next week for your chance to win!
Thanks so much for listening to The Afternoon Drive! – Lexie & Alyssa
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