The Ultimate Pin Survivor

[peoplemover]

Sophisticated enough for the adventurous, yet simple enough for the meekest of mouths. Without further ado, I present the Mad Hatters' appetizer...

Grilled Shrimp Bruschetta with Salsa Fresca!

Ingredients:
12 deveined, peeled shrimp
1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces on the diagonal
4 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (basil, thyme, rosemary)
2 Tablespoons chopped garlic
2 large vine ripe tomatoes, chopped
1 jalapeno, diced
2 Tablespoons red onion, diced
juice of 1/2 lime
12 cilantro sprigs
salt and pepper to taste
Combine 3 Tablespoons olive oil, 1 Tablespoon garlic, and chopped, fresh herbs. Dip baguette slices into marinade briefly and grill until golden. Set aside. Saute or grill shrimp 1 minute or until done. Combine tomato, cilantro, jalapeno, and red onion with 1 Tablespoon olive oil and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange 3 slices of grilled baguette on 4 plates and top with shrimp and salsa. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs.

Serves: 4 (appetizer) (I will of course make as many batches as are required)

 

[MeanLaureen]

Our teammate EpcotKilterFan is currently in Houston working disaster relief with the Red Cross so I am posting an entry for her this week...

For an appetizer I though the Cheerleaders might like a big plate of Hard Rock Cafe Nachos!!

These nachos come piled high with Jack and Cheddar cheese, homemade seasoned pinto beans and served with sour cream and jalapeños, homemade guacamole, and beef or chicken.

Oh.. and of course there are free Hard Rock pins for all of you!!

 

[fantasmickey]

THe Pinvincibles will serve the following truly refreshing and luscious drinks to enhance your dining pleasure. Combinations can be arranged to suit all taste and/or potencies! (Freshly ground coffee, latte and other after dinner drinks will be available upon request, as well as ice cold bottled water and a variety of soda choices...)

Savor your freshly squeezed, strawberry-pink lemonade,
the juicy flavor of the fresh berries just the right addition to to the slightly tart (or extra sweet - your preference!!!!!!) delight of the lemons, tree-fresh and oozing with flavor.

THe frozen lime coolers are equally yummy, however, they more resemble the taste of a bonified, correctly made only on the sandy white beaches of Cancun, margarita.

EIther drink can be pure and virginal...or if you're feeling a bit frisky, splashes of Stoli, Cuervo Gold, Captain Jack's or name any favorite brand of choice...our bar is fully stocked!

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[SnoWhite]

Ok, sorry for being late, but I'm a little under the weather still, had to be woken up by one of our team members. Hopefully this will suit you guys well..it's the best thing I could think of in my drug induced stupor (plus I would LOVE to be able to eat one of these right now!) I think it will be at least a few more weeks till I can conquor one.

Only the best cut of steak for our lovely cheerleaders, prepared exactly how you like of course. And if you wish, we even have mushrooms, different steak sauces, etc. to top it off!

Lisa AKA SnoWhite

 

[Dom13]

A rather appropriate drink from the Mad Hatters.

Ingredients
6 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened strawberries
1 6-ounce container frozen limeade concentrate
3/4 cup light rum or unsweetened pineapple juice
1 16-ounce bottle lemon-lime carbonated beverage, chilled
2 cups ice cubes
Fresh strawberries (optional)

Directions
If using fresh strawberries, remove stems and caps. For frozen strawberries,
thaw the berries after measuring; do not drain.

Place strawberries, half at a time, in a blender container or food processor
bowl. Cover; blend or process until smooth. Transfer blended berries to a
large pitcher. Stir in limeade concentrate and light rum or pineapple juice.
Cover; chill until serving time.

Just before serving, stir in the lemon-lime carbonated beverage and the ice.
If desired, garnish with whole berries. Makes 8 to 12 servings.
By they way.......this recipe can be doubled..........tripled and can be made
for you cheerleaders "ALL NITE LONG"

 

[Mickey527]

Dom,
have we resorted to eating our own. First I tie poor holycow to Dumbo and then you swirl up MDStrwbery in a blender. What has Jeff done to us???
I will have my delicious recipe for Chicken and Proscuitto roll-ups posted as soon as Dom teaches me how to put it on this site. I am such a computer illiterate. I can get away with it as long as Clairol keeps making me blonde. Peggie

 

[wvrevy]

Hey, at least your teammates didn't beat you with medical impliments than set you on fire and leave you to roast Geez...Mimes are bad, I admit, but can there really be anything more sad than a melted mime ?

Eric the slightly singed mad mime

 

[WebmasterPenny]

Well, despite everyone getting <i>atleast</i> an 8 hour start on me (Hey Jeff - some of us folks were sleeping ) here is my humble contribution. Knowing how there are so <b>many</b> fans of this I actually felt obligated to serve what I know the masses know and love. I therefore present from the Walt Disney World Resort:-

Le Cellier Cheese Soup

<i>Ingredients:
1/2 lb bacon cut into 1/2 in. pieces
3 celery ribs cut into 1/4 in pieces
3 cups milk
1 medium red onion cut into 1/4 in. pieces
2 tbsp butter
3 cups water or chicken broth
3 dashes tabasco
1 cup flour
1/2 cup beer
3/4 lb grated white cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
In a soup pot start to brown the onion over medium heat. When the bacon is starting to get crisp, add the onions, celery and butter. Cook until the onion is translucent. Add the flour and incorporate with the butter. Cook for 4 minutes-constantly stirring. Add the water/broth and whisk. Make sure there are no lumps. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stir every couple of minutes. Add the milk and continue to simmer for 15 minutes. Do not boil after you add the milk. After the last 15 minutes, turn off the heat and stir in the cheese then the beer. Add the tabasco and season with salt and pepper. If the soup is too thick you can thin it out with some milk. Serve with your favorite bread and top with some chopped scallions or chives.</i>

Ooops - had a small problem with the piccie - hopefully it should show now...

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Penny!

 

[Mickey527]

This will be a nice follow-up to that wonderful salad we are serving as the first course and will go great with those strawberry drinks. But I will have a little flask hidden in my pocket for anyone who wans to zing up their drink. Don't tell anyone.

Now I hope this works, I can't seem to get my stuff to showup I am sch a computer illiterate.

Peggie

 

[Dom13]

Just so everyone's mouth can water a little more....her is Peggie's picture.

Here is the recipe

Ingredients
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons snipped fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
4 medium skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound total)
4 thin slices prosciutto (about 1 ounce total), trimmed of fat
2 ounces fontina cheese, thinly sliced
1/2 of a 7-ounce jar roasted red sweet peppers, cut into thin strips (about
1/2 cup)
Fresh thyme (optional)

Directions
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
For sauce, in a small bowl combine wine and the 2 teaspoons fresh or 1/2
teaspoon dried thyme. Set aside.
Rinse chicken; pat dry. Place a chicken piece between 2 pieces of plastic
wrap. Using the flat side of a meat mallet, pound the chicken lightly into a
rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Remove plastic wrap. Repeat with remaining
chicken pieces.
Place a slice of prosciutto and one-fourth of the cheese on each chicken
piece. Arrange one-fourth of the roasted pepper strips on cheese near bottom
edge of chicken. Starting from bottom edge, roll up jelly-roll style; secure
with wooden toothpicks. (At this point, chicken may be individually wrapped
in plastic wrap and refrigerated up to 4 hours.)
Grill chicken on the rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium heat for
15 to 17 minutes or till chicken is tender and no longer pink, turning to
cook evenly and brushing twice with sauce. Garnish with additional fresh
thyme, if desired.

I'm posting it cause she is haveing trouble with it.

 

[goofymom/pop]

Ok gang...so sorry I am late but I had to work a very long day 10-9 very tired....picture working finally thanks to Jeanie.....hats off girl your great!!!

I choose Grilled Lobster, served with a drawn butter, a side of new potatoes with parsley, and corn on the cob.....ummmm good! Yummy just think of that smooth seafood flavor caressing your tongue, oozing with warm butter.....ooooo baby....and for the cheerleaders all they can eat...cracked by the pinvincible team......bite by bite its all yours gang....go cheerleaders.






GRILLED LOBSTER


Serves 4

If you’re not squeamish, the lobsters can also be killed by inserting the point of a sharp knife through the cross mark on their backs.



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4 live lobsters, 1 to 2 pounds each
Unsalted butter, melted (optional)
Lemon wedges

1. Kill lobsters by plunging them headfirst into salted boiling water and cooking for 1 minute. Remove, and drain.

2. Place lobsters on a medium-hot grill. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally to avoid burning the shells.

3. Crack a claw to see if it is fully cooked (the meat should be opaque). If not, detach claws, and return to grill for a few minutes more. Using kitchen scissors, split lobsters lengthwise by cutting along underside of tail, leaving back of shell intact. Scrape out red coral, if any, and green tomalley, and combine with melted butter for a dipping sauce, if desired. Keep lobsters warm on a platter covered with foil until ready to serve. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve with melted butter, if desired.

Photograph by: Maria Robledo

 

[MeanLaureen]

The Landsharks would like to present a review for the cheerleaders of what their dinner would be like if they were to vote for us. The Landsharks recognize what a valuable asset the cheerleaders are to our quest to find the elusive Autumn Eeyore pin and we wish to pay them back with a dinner to remember.. so if you are ready.. Cheerleaders, hang on to your recliners because the adventure is about to begin!!!
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Your dinner will be a progressive one, traveling from one location to another enjoying dishes that made these restaurants famous. They may not always be the fanciest dishes around, but are definately among the most delicious. To begin your adventure we took the liberty of renting 4 stretch limos to take you to your destinations. Of course we realized that you would hate to leave your recliners behind so we thought ahead and secured 4 stretch - 16 passenger Mega Jet Lincoln Navigators. Plenty of room for all of you and your lazyboys.

Inside of each of these limos you will find a lovely bouquet of flowers for each of you.

Now of course we realize that these limos will not drive themselves around Florida, and it's your night so you shouldn't be worried with having to drive them yourselves so we put our heads together and came up with a few drivers for you. It cost us a ton of money to hire them.. but only the best for our Cheerleaders! Ladies, may I introduce you to your drivers?
Harrison Ford -

Mel Gibson -

Sean Connery -

and last but not least..
Tom Cruise -

We thought we would start the dinner off with an Appetizer. Your limos pull up to The Hard Rock Cafe outside of Universal Studios.

Once inside you are greeted with plates piled high of gooey nachos. These nachos come piled high with Jack and Cheddar cheese, homemade seasoned pinto beans and served with sour cream and jalapeños, homemade guacamole, and beef or chicken.

As you leave you are presented with gift bags from the Landsharks with souvenir T-shirts and Hard Rock Cafe pins!

Back into the limos and you head back towards Disney property for your salad. Next stop - MGM Studios and The Brown Derby!

That's right. Your next course is the famous Cobb Salad from the Brown Derby!

This famous salad is made by combining lettuce, watercress, chicory, romaine, tomatoes, chives, chicken breast, hard boiled eggs, bacon, avocado, Roquefort cheese, and of course, the Original Cobb Dressing!

After you finish your salads it's time to head back to the limos. This time you are on the road to Winterpark, Florida and to the restaurant that is famous for it's steaks, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse!

Here you will dine on only the best cuts of steak cooked to order (and to perfection!)

But ladies.. please.. save room for dessert!!

As you get back into your limos (Robin and Cherry... please stop grabbing Harrison Ford, he's trying to drive!) we inform you that the next trip will take a little longer than the others. To make the time go by fast we will be serving you dessert in the limo. Back in Virginia where I am from, we have a restaurant in Williamsburg called The Trellis.

Owner, Chef Marcel Desaulniers, is quite famous in his field for desserts.. chocolate desserts. You may have heard of "Death by Chocolate", his signature dessert!

We asked Chef Desaulniers to prepare an assortment of decadent chocolate desserts for you to enjoy as you sit back and relax as you head to your next destination!

Now you are probably thinking to yourselves... "Where the heck are we going.. and why the heck haven't they given us anything to drink?? This chocolate is getting caught in my throat!!"
Never fear... you have reached your destination.. your special drink can only be found in one place, and to get there we decided to send each of you on a little vacation.. aboard the Disney Wonder!!

That's right!! You are off to Castaway Cay where you will be supplied with unlimited refills of Conch Coolers!

It's a wonderfully refreshing creation of the Disney Cruiselines. They can be served with or without Rum, and the taste is simply heavenly (but can make you act a bit devilish if you drink more than one or two). A bit like a cross between a strawberry Daquiri and a Pina Colada.

Ladies.. enjoy your cruise and your coolers!!! And remember... if this sounds like the perfect meal to you.. vote Landsharks!!

Oh.. and by the way... we sprung for tickets for Harrison, Mel, Sean and Tom too.. and they brought their bathing suits!!

 

[Eeyore's Pal]

OMG, am I too late? I'm having conntectivity problems. Big storms here last night. Didn't lose power, but connectivity to our ISP has been spotty since 11 PM last night.

ICED TEA.

Simple. Always refreshing. The perfect accompaniment for any part of your meal -- from appetizer through dessert. Available freshly brewed, in a variety of flavors from the fruity-tasting apricot and peach teas to the delicate and healthful asian gin-seng teas. And, if you prefer something more "lively," an "extra" ingredient can be added to make a Long Island iced tea.

 

[shirley 38]

But I will try. The heck with the food I want the drivers.
Wow do we have the same taste in men or what.

Now only kidding about the food. You guys are doing a fantastic job.

NEW CHEERLEADER ON THE BLOCK.

 

[perndwler]

All I gotta say is..... Cherry, I love ya as a sister cheerleader........ but I WILL hurt you if you don't get your hands off of Harrison!!!!!!!!!

 

[fantasmickey]

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<center><font color=royalblue size=+0><b>PINVINCIBLE! presents</font size><center>...the meal of a lifetime, only possible in the<font color=red> Land Where Every Dream Comes True and Your Every Wish Is Our Command!<font color=royalblue></b>

Lovely ladies all, your VERY PROGRESSIVE meal actually begins the moment you are collected from your location in a fleet of brand new, gleaming "chariots" from Daimler-Chrysler. Four of you to a car, one fabulously lucky rider will find herself the owner of this unique and prestigious vehicle! The winner will be revealed by your totally hunky Chippendale's beefcake driver! (And, no, sorry, but he doesn't come as part of the car package...the law is funny about that sort of thing, LOL!) <p><center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/PT.jpg><p><center><u>NOW...if anyone accuses us of copying anyone elses anything, y'all better realize that handing out PT Cruisers is something only those who are truly "IN"vincible would do, LOL!</u><p>Once you have determined the winner of the car, your hunk will tag it appropriately and park it safely in your very own spot.

Now it's time for you to climb aboard your palace in the sky! After many hours of discussion with the folks at BOEING, we had a brand new 777 converted into a flying wonderland for you to enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!

Slip off your shoes and lie back, cuddled and pampered, in your choice of the cushy Corinthian leather or (for those who so prefer) overstuffed, sink-in to your chin, upholstered reclining sofas, chairs, chaise longues or day beds.

Your ever faithful band of eye-candy, those Chippendale wonders will be on hand to attend to your every need. Relax with your scrumptious selection of fresh strawberry lemonade (and, oh, yes!, those lemons were hand-squeezed with every attention to detail (especially NO seeds!) by your divine dancing dudes! Or have an equally fresh and fabulous frozen lime cooler which...with the twitch of your pinkie...will be instantly converted to a Magical Margarita! <center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/drinks.gif><p>
(As promised, freshly-brewed coffee drinks, ice-cold bottled water and soda as well a a variety of teas are also available.)<p>
What's that wonderful sound you hear from behind the lush velvet curtains on our fully equpped, acoustically perfect sound center? A piano...and only one piano in the world has a sound like that..STEINWAY...but who, who...is that masterful even with such a magnificent instrument? Ladies...your personal rendition of any song your heart so desires...<p><center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/Eltonjohn.jpg><p> As you munch away on your scrumptious appetizers, the freshly picked and immaculately prepared potato skins, oozing with the taste of blended cheese, melted to perfection, firecracker shrimp...ocean fresh and spicey hot along with comfort food favorite, toasted french bread, wonderfully herb seasoned and topped with sprinkles of freshly ground parmesan, Elton finishes the last of your requests and steps away from the piano, gratefully acknowledging your sighs of appreciation for a talent of his caliber.<p><center><font size'+3>PRAT FALL, STAGE RIGHT!<center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/Robinwilliams.jpg>Refills are being served as Robin hits full spin with a monologue which would have you rolling in the aisles if you could (seat belts you know, safety first!) and manages to get just enough on the dicey side to cause a few red faces...ha!...who are you kidding?
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Ah, we've landed! And you find yourselves in beautiful, world-famous for it's wonderful lobster boils, bakes and broils...as well as the inimitable Jessica Fletcher...Cabot Cove, MAINE!<center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/Maine.jpg><p>You are promptly escorted to a private dining room, cozy and authentic! Feeling a bit chilly? No problem, we have hand-made, cable-knit Irish sweaters...cardigan or pullover, your choice, flown over from the Land of the Leprechaun's...our gift to you as you savor your repast!
<p>We've brought in Le Cellier's contribution to this meal, their fabulous Cheddar Cheese Soup, piping hot and tastes so good as it trickles down your throat! What an incredible treat...ummm! Bread baskets are brimming with warm, homeade rolls. Then, quick as you finish, your bowls are whisked away.<p> Steaming platters arrive from the kitchen, where energetic workers are hustling and bustling to offer you the best of the best Maine's fisherpeople have to offer!
<center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/lobster.jpg><p>AH! Succulent lobster, grilled to the ultimate state of readiness, accompanied drawn butter and sides of tiny, new baby reds, topped with fresh parsley and corn on the cob...the kind with little, bitty kernels tucked tightly together and cooked just to taste, with fresh butter reading for brushing on top. Americana at it's very, very best!<p><center>
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<p>Those kind souls in Maine who served you such a satisfying and fabulous meal, wave farewell as you head back to your flying wonder of the skies. Completely sated and content with the world, you board and head for your variety of rooms created just for "freshening up" with every imaginable appliance and cosmetic product available. <p>Back in your seats of choice, feeling just a bit sleepy, you lean back, are about to doze off and the familiar sounds of the Steinway begin to waft through the air - your lullaby!

<p>Doze on, you charming souls as we fly cross country for dessert. Since PINVINCIBLE! has decided to remain with our All-American theme, we'll be presenting you with luscious chocolate cake, thick with frosting and a large scoop of homeade, hand-churned, smooth as silk ice cream.<center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/cakepic.jpg><center> Sound like it requires the ol Mom and Apple Pie Treatment, right? You got it...we're off to Hollywood where you'll have dessert in style on the set where the Brady's once sugar-coated the world. Your hostess, Mom Brady herself, Florence Henderson!<center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/FH.jpg>
<p>All too soon, it's time to once again "fly your luxurious skies". By this time, you'll all be awake and excited by the events of the day. SOOOOOO...once safely in the air and at cruising speed...the sounds behind the velvet curtain begin with a soft chuckle then proceed to turn into loud, uproarious laughter! <center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/Drewcarey.jpg><p>The cast from "Whose Line Is It" has agreed to join us and once again have you holding your diaphragms as they perform their unusual (understatement!) form of comedy.<p>The curtains close, you hear the movement of equipment and influx of new voices. Then the sounds begin to change...a drumstick taps, a guitar is tuned...hey, what's this?<center><img src=http://members.aol.com/blizzardjk/bonjovi.jpg><p>A command performance just for you! (We commanded, they performed...right, sure, in a nano-second we'll believe that one!<p>
And so, as the band steps down to meet you and hand out autographs (OOOHHH!), the pilot announces our descent into Orlando. Back to reality, back to the Adventure...back to your chairs...<p>
We truly hope you've enjoyed your day as SKY PILOTS, the entertainment we paid 6 times all our incomes for 10 years to provide and, of course, your wonderful trip down the Lane of American Culinary Delights!
<p>We luv ya all, your SPIRIT is a source of joy to US all!<center>

 

[Duckfan]

Wow, you lucky cheerleaders you. Even in the imaginary land I am too broke right now to ply you with such luxury........besides if you go do all that moving around who will be there to cheer the peaches on through their many water battles????? (remember we have been locked in the bathroom and seen Kali Rapids the hard way!!!!!! So, even though we are past the dead line I propose the poor mans approach to your best interests...
We could bring in very nice cms, you know the ones who allows do the best disney has to offer.... In costumes and on skates to present our meals to you while they sing the great Disney songs at your request.

The meal
Proscuitto slices, cheese, fruit and cool melon
cool raspberry soup
a buffet of crab cakes, shrimp, beef tips etc
followed by Old Kentucky Jam Cake
to drink, a large variety of flavors of iced tea

Please note that all the above items are cool and refreshing in the Florida heat, nutritious, and fairly light so you will have lots of energy to keep up with the action.

But since we are also not above bribery we all will promise to pin search all over the park for you and Create a special set of pins just for you wonderful people.

Then we will make sure you are set to see the Mk fireworks including Tinks flight and delivered to TON for parade and fireworks. I for one will rub your feet and help you get lots of character autographs.

This package is presented to you from the slow but wonderful, cheap(got to save money for August) but helpful Rolling Peaches. Thank you for your consideration.

 

[Dar20]

Looks as if the other teams have forgotten we have male cheerleaders. GoooOOO Peaches!

Dar

 

[AZ JazzyJ]

The team members all gathered at the Transportation Center as Arizona Jeff again emerged from the shadows. Well done adventurers, the work on this challenge is complete. Behind me is a feast that you should be proud of. I now ask all of the cheerleaders and others to vote on which of these meals they would most like to eat. As with the other votes, this one shall be done via e-mail. I will ask everyone to send a message to Arizona Jeff telling me which of these meals you select. The team gathering the most votes shall be awarded immunity during this challenge. The other teams shall have a member voted out of the adventure. The vote shall last until Midnight tomorrow (June 24). Good luck to everyone. As he turned to leave, there was a cry from the crowd, "But wait Arizona Jeff! What were the results from the first part of the challenge?" Our hero turned and spoke, "The adventurers frantically worked to create their culinary masterpieces. In the end though, one team was victorious. The Landsharks won that portion of the challenge and will be granted immunity." He then turned and vanished into the darkness as everyone waited for the outcome of the challenge.

Jeff

 

[MeanLaureen]

Just bumping this to the top since the voting deadline is coming up!!