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Show Volume XIX Issue XXIII The Ogden Valley news Page 11 January 1, 2012 Sheet Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust Names New Trustee: Kevin Jones of Liberty represents contractors on Board of Trustees Kevin Jones, vice president of customer then, he has served on the board of directors development for Richards Sheet Metal Works, for Enable Industries, as the president of the Inc. in Ogden, Utah, has accepted his appoint- Weber County Business Managers Association, ment representing contractors on the Sheet and as chairman of the Utah Sheet Metal Metal Occupational Health Institute Trust Apprenticeship Committee, which he has vol(SMOHIT) Board of Trustees. Jones unteered with since 1998. Jones also will replace Ralph Blessing whose has been heavily involved in the Utah term expired. Jones’ term began Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning October 1. Contractors’ National Association “I think he will bring additional (SMACNA) where he served as a energy to the Board of Trustees and member of the education committee, be an advocate to the Western states industry fund and board of directors in disseminating the SMOHIT mesas well as holding the vice presisage,” said Gary Batykefer, SMOHIT dency. Other than career-oriented administrative director. organizations, Jones also has been SMOHIT works with the a scout master with the Boy Scouts International Training Institute, the of America for four years and has Kevin Jones education arm of the unionized sheet coached youth sports for the last 13 metal and air conditioning industry, to years. train apprentices and journeymen on the health SMOHIT was founded in 1986 to address and safety concerns and precautions in their the impact of decades-long asbestos exposure careers. on those working in the sheet metal industry. “The safety and health aspect of this posi- To date, more than 55,000 sheet metal worktion was very interesting to me,” Jones said. ers have been screened as part of its ongoing “The SMOHIT community and apprenticeships Asbestos Screening Program. go hand in hand. Health and safety is an inteSMOHIT has since expanded its mission gral part of what we teach and what we try to to include health and safety training products, instill in apprentices and journeymen.” health and safety training curriculum, and Jones has worked with Richards Sheet health and safety services. Metal Works Inc. since 1991 and completed For more information on SMOHIT visit his sheet metal apprenticeship in 1997. Since www.smohit.org or call 703-739-7130. January is Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month Utah ski and snowboard resorts are once again offering incredibly affordable “learn to ski and snowboard” deals for Utah locals throughout the month of January. Many resort offers include a lesson, lift tickets, and equipment for under $40. The initiative is in conjunction with National Learn to Ski & Snowboard month, which takes place across the country in 32 states at over 200 resorts. Now in its fourth season, January Learn to Ski & Snowboard month encourages children and adults to adopt healthy pastimes, which enable people to remain active through the winter. Last year’s initiative surpassed expectations by providing over 75,000 lessons to beginners across the country. Utah has served as a leader in the creation of this campaign as Ski Utah Marketing Director Raelene Davis currently serves as the chairman of the Learn to Ski & Snowboard Month board of directors. “Utah resorts have really made huge strides to better accommodate beginner skiers,” said Davis. “These programs, in conjunction with slope and infrastructure improvements at many resorts, have made it easier and more comfortable to learn to ski or snowboard in Utah.” Local ski resort Wolf Mountain has been an active part of this program for years. Wolf Mountain Learning Center Director Melanee Moore “loves the program because, for just $39, first time beginner skiers and boarders get a two-hour lesson, a lift ticket, and rentals. Wolf Mountain provides the best learning environment around where beginner skiers and boarders can advance from the magic carpet to the other lifts at their own progression. There is not a more affordable way to learn to ski/board out there.” You can find out more about the National Learn to Ski and Snowboard month at www. skiutah.com and you can find out more about Wolf Mountain’s offering at www.wolfmountainutah.com or call 801-745-3511, extension 3. Ski Team ReadyThe for Winter first race of the season for the Junior The Ogden Valley Ski Team has been preparing all fall for the start of the ski season. Athletes of all ages have been dry-land training since September; combining endurance activities, such as hiking, soccer, and mountain biking, with traditional callisthenic exercises. The Junior Olympic athletes took advantage of excellent snow conditions at Copper Mountain, Colorado, for a week of training in November. Conditions were so good, relative to other locations around the world, that international ski teams from the United States, Austria, Switzerland, and Canada were also training. Ski Team athletes had a great opportunity to watch the world’s best skiers. Lamb, Wonderful Lamb Lamb is also known as the other red meat! When thinking about your holiday meals and the long winter ahead, think about lamb. Lamb is a prime source of high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. Lamb protein is nutritionally complete, with all eight essential amino acids in the proper ratios. A 3-ounce serving of lamb provides 43% of an adult male’s recommended daily allowance of protein. Lamb is high in B vitamins, zinc, and iron. For those watching their carbohydrate intake, lamb has zero carbs. Lamb is one of the richest sources of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). CLA possesses unique and potent antioxidant activity. The meat from a sheep under a year of age is considered lamb meat. These are not the cute little newborn lambs you see bouncing around the pasture with Mom. At Snowy Mountain Sheep Farm and Creamery, our lambs are weaned at thirty days and moved into their own pasture environment for the next 7 to 11 months. These lambs are carefully grass fed and watered with no hormones, graining, or antibiotic usage. When Lamb & Fig Stew 1½ pound boneless lamb leg or shoulder, cubed 3 cups chicken broth 1 cup orange juice 1 each red onion, trimmed and cut into narrow wedges, about ½ inch 1 ½ pound yams, peeled (make sure to peel all the white off) and cubed about ¾ x ¾ 1 teaspoon grated orange peel ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ¼ cup flour, mixed with ½ cup orange juice 1½ cups (24 each) dried figs, stemmed and halved ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh parsley they reach a weight of 110 to 120 lbs., they are at an ideal weight for becoming a sweet red meat fit for the finest gourmet meal. Snowy Mountain’s lambs are hand cut locally by Nathan Bingham at his new butcher shop in Morgan. Nathan’s expertise adds to the quality of the meat due to the delicate handling and correct cutting. Nathan will cut to order or you may request our standard package. The flavor of the lamb grown here in Ogden Valley is very delicate and pure. Our lamb is requested by the finest Park City chefs. We encourage all to eat local, eat well, live long, and laugh often. Try our wonderful lamb and experience some of the finest cuisine available from here in the Ogden Valley. Don’t forget our primary business of artisan cheese making. Enjoy our delectable cheeses available at the farm by appointment. In addition, some of our unique cheeses are also available at the Valley Market. Give us a call for your holiday order at 801745-0388. Gift-box purchases are also available upon request. Roasted Leg of Lamb Lamb: 1 fresh or thawed frozen leg of lamb 1 bunch parsley 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper 2 cups mixture of chopped carrots, onion, and celery 2 cups water 1 cup red wine ½ teaspoon salt ½ tablespoon black peppercorns 1. Debone the leg of lamb or ask the butcher to do it for you; trim off excess fat. Open the boned lamb on a work surface and sprinkle with the parsley, garlic, 1 Pitch your old notions about stew. This one is teaspoon of salt and the ground pepper. Roll the lamb to enclose the filling and tie with kitchen twine. distinctive and sophisticated! 2. Place the roast in an 8x11-inch roasting pan 1. Combine lamb, broth, juice, onions, yams, orange and add the chopped carrots, onion and celery mixpeel, salt and pepper in a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker. 2. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or ture. Add the water, wine, ½ teaspoon salt and the peppercorns until lamb is tender. 3. Place on the center oven rack and roast at 450 3. Stir in flour and juice mixture. degrees for 20 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature 4. Stir in figs and cook 30 minutes longer. to 350 degrees and roast for 1 to 1 ½ hours or to 170 5. Dish up into wide-rimmed soup bowls and degrees on a meat thermometer, basting regularly sprinkle parsley over each bowl. with a turkey baster. Remove from oven and tent with Serves 4 to 6 people foil. Reserve 2 ½ cups of the cooking liquid. Sauce: © 2011 Cooking Danish, LLC 3 tablespoons butter 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour ¼ cup heavy cream Kitchen Bouquet, for color Salt and ground pepper to taste 1. Melt butter in a small heavy saucepan. Add the flour and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, “Is there no virtue among us? If there be not, stirring until smooth. Add the reserved cooking liquid we are in a wretched situation. No theoretical and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cream checks—no form of government can render us and Kitchen Bouquet. Season with salt and pepper. secure. To suppose that any form of government Spoon over the sliced lamb and serve with Cucumber will secure liberty or happiness without virtue in Salad, potatoes and other spring vegetables. Inspirational Thought Olympic athletes is coming up December 15 through December17 at Park City Mountain Resort. The Eric Hayes Memorial Open Series will provide the team with the opportunity to compete against an elite field of athletes. This can be one of the most competitive races of the season, as they will race against college-level teams. Races will continue for all ages in January. With the phenomenal performances the people is a chimerical idea.” Serves 6 to 8 of Lindsey Vonn and Ted Ligety, and the stron-- James Madison © Cooking Danish, LLC 2007 gest opening ever to the World Cup season by the U.S. Ski Team, Ogden Valley Ski Team coaches and athletes have been particularly inspired. M O R VE EA -I D N Y Snowy Mountain Sheep Creamery Wishes Everyone a Happy Holiday Season Experience fine handcrafted Artisan Cheeses. Now available at the farm right here in Eden. Some varieties available at the Valley Market. Delicious pasture-raised lamb now also available! Call 801-745-0388 or 801-710-3833 www.snowymountainsheepcreamery.com TRAPPERS RIDGE/EDEN - THREE LIVING LEVELS! This 6 bedroom home, 4 bath home offers three separate living levels making it ideal for a multi-family purchase. The home sleeps 14 and includes a main level Master with ensuite bath, Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, low maintenance slate entryway, attached three car garage with ski/gear room and two family rooms. Enlarged dining area seats 10. Oversized patio includes in-ground hot tub. Backs up to large tract of open space and community trail. Just steps to clubhouse and amenities area. Furnishings negotiable. Reduced to $499,000! Barry Van, ABR, CRS, GRI (800) 853-7414 barryjvan@earthlink.net |