by Guest | Jul 28, 2021 | Recipes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- ¾ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- ¾ cup nonfat or 1% milk
- 2 pounds fish fillets (try any white fish)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, cheese, thyme, onion powder and paprika.
- Place crumb mixture on a flat plate or sheet of wax paper.
- Dip fish fillets in milk, then press into crumb mixture to coat all sides. Discard leftover crumbs and milk.
- Place fish on baking sheet in a single layer. Bake until fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F using a food thermometer or until fish is opaque and separates easily with a fork. This will take about 15 minutes, but depends on the thickness of the fish.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Use leftover cooked fish to make fish tacos or add to salads.
Photo and Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/crispy-parmesan-baked-fish
by Guest | Jul 28, 2021 | Move Well
Tillamook County is known for its emergency preparedness – for storms, winds and floods. Last year’s wildfire in Bay City was a different kind of emergency. With the early onset of wildfire season in 2021, the Tillamook County board of commissioners gathered local fire departments, state forestry, and county agencies to review the Pike Road fire response and make plans to do better. One of the most important keys for residents is being prepared for ANY emergency and knowing where to go to get accurate information. “One of the most important things people can do is signup for alerts,” said Tillamook County Emergency Manager Gordon McCraw. “If you don’t have a landline anymore, our Everbridge Alert Notification System – when we call you to evacuate – works for the numbers you register, but you gotta signup.” Here is the link to https://oralert.gov/ and it’s easy to signup. Nixle alerts is another system that Tillamook County uses as well at www.nixle.com.
The extreme wildfires in southern and northeastern Oregon and elsewhere in the region have fire-fighting resources stretched thin according to Kate Skinner, Tillamook District Forester. That’s why it’s even more important that people are prepared and aware of the extremely dry conditions. Most areas of Oregon are under full fire closures. If you are travelling, it’s always a good idea to carry a shovel and several gallons of water. There have been numerous reports of “spot” fires along highways that have been extinguished or stopped from spreading by aware, prepared travelers.
“We know folks are experiencing some stress over the Tillamook State Forest Game Hog Creek Fire, which is now in the mop up stages, so this is an excellent opportunity to set up your emergency preparedness game,” said McCraw. “When you’re prepared for an emergency, any type of emergency, it gives you and your family peace of mind knowing – hey – we’ve got a plan, we have our go-bags, we know what to do.”
Understanding what to do to increase your safety can help address that fear, and if or when you need to evacuate, you can do so safely and be sure to bring:
- An emergency food and water supply.
- An emergency medicine supply. Make a plan to keep medications that need refrigeration cold.
- Emergency power sources for medical devices and flashlights (don’t forget extra batteries).
- Safety and personal items, including a face covering and hand sanitizer to protect against COVID. Remember: face coverings do not protect against wildfire smoke.
- Important documents, including medical documents, proof of vaccination, wills, passports and personal identification.
During an emergency is NOT when you should be assembling your go kit or go bag. Now’s the time to do that. Here is a helpful resource with a list of what to include: https://www.ready.gov/kit. And this website is a great resource for up-to-date information about wildfires across the region: https://wildfire.oregon.gov/
Be Prepared – Not Scared. Tillamook County is ready for an emergency if all of our residents are prepared as well. Sign-up for Nixle alerts, make a plan, have your go-bag ready.
AUTHOR: Laura Swanson, Tillamook County Pioneer Editor
For more local health and wellness information, follow Tillamook County Wellness on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
by Guest | Jul 21, 2021 | Recipes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla
- 2 cups nonfat or 1% milk
- 4 teaspoons margarine or butter, melted
- 2 cups cane berries, fresh or frozen (raspberries, blackberries, marionberries)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, mix together oats, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until blended. Stir in brown sugar, vanilla, milk and melted butter.
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Add the berries and stir lightly to spread them evenly. Pour mixture into a 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.
- Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Try other seasonings such as nutmeg or powdered ginger.
Recipe and Photo Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/baked-berry-oatmeal
by Guest | Jul 21, 2021 | Move Well
It’s amazing how a little sunshine can brighten our mood – and when living on the Oregon coast, we know not to take those beautiful summer days for granted. Tillamook County is well-known for its beaches and hiking trails, but if you’re looking to mix up your weekend activities or try a new hobby, it’s worth stopping by the Bohannon Disc Golf Course (and bringing a few friends or family members as well!)
For those who have never played, disc golf is similar to golf except instead of balls and clubs, it involves throwing a flying disc (like a Frisbee) into a raised metal basket. The goal is to complete each hole in as few throws as possible, which makes it a great a family-friendly activity where all ages can enjoy participating. Take for example, local community member Tonya Brown, who was recently diagnosed with arthritis in her knee and was told that she needed to walk more often. “I hate being told to do something,” she commented, “but this course is fun and you’re not ‘walking’, you’re playing and having fun with family and friends.” She initially got involved in disc golf when her son-in-law challenged her husband to a match (and who doesn’t love a little friendly competition?) It also serves as an opportunity to do something fun and engaging with her grandchildren who often play with them as well.
Tonya has tracked the 18-hole Bohannon Disc Golf course on her walking app and found that it’s about 5,000 steps long. This is half of the 10,000 steps that are often recommended as a daily goal, which makes disc golf a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors while also checking physical activity off your list.
So how can you get started?
- Find a few discs: These usually cost between 10 and 20 dollars and can be found at Fred Meyer, Tillamook Sporting Goods, and the Tillamook Family YMCA.
- Gather some basic supplies: If you plan to spend an afternoon out on the course, bring some snacks, sunscreen, and plenty of water.
- Round up a few friends:This one is optional! Disc golf can be enjoyed solo or with others.
- Make your way to the Bohannon Disc Golf Course: The course can be found at 3960 Alder Lane in Tillamook and it has a sign at the first station, or tee box, outlining the rules of play. The course was built around Bud’s Community Fitness Trail at Tillamook Junior High School, just behind Tillamook Bowling Lanes.
And that’s all there is to it! Please remember to respect neighboring property lines and school use of the course.
If you want to check out other disc golf courses, visit https://oregondiscgolf.com/ for an interactive map and descriptions of courses across Oregon.
For any upcoming local events or tournaments, follow Bud’s Community Fitness Trail and Bohannon Disc Golf Course on Facebook.
As Tonya noted, “We are so lucky to have this course here and hope that more people will enjoy it as well.”
AUTHOR: Ariel Slifka, AmeriCorps VISTA at Tillamook County Community Health Center
For more local health and wellness information, follow Tillamook County Wellness on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
by Guest | Jul 14, 2021 | Recipes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 90 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 3 bell peppers (green, red, or yellow)
- 10 ounces ground turkey (half a 20 ounce package)
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (or basil and oregano leaves)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper
- ½ onion (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 chopped zucchini (about 1 cup)
- 1 can (14.5 ounce) diced tomatoes with liquid
Directions
- Cook the rice or prepare instant rice according to package directions. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut the peppers in half from top to bottom. Remove the stem and seeds.
- In a large skillet over medium heat (300 degrees in an electric skillet), cook the turkey until no longer pink. Add seasonings during last few minutes.
- Add onion, mushrooms, and zucchini to the skillet. Add a small amount of oil, if needed. Saute until tender.
- Mix in the tomatoes and rice. Remove from heat.
- Fill the pepper halves with the skillet mixture.
- Cover the baking dish with foil. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes or until peppers are tender when poked with a fork.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Try chicken, beef or pork instead of turkey.
- Add a sprinkle of cheese.
- If there is extra filling, try it in a wrap for another meal.
- No basil/oregano? Try chopped cilantro.
Photo and Recipe Source: https://www.foodhero.org/recipes/stuffed-peppers-turkey-vegetables
