SALMON STIR-FRY

1 package (3 oz.) Oriental flavor ramen-style soup
1 can (14.75 oz.) salmon 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups cold water
2 to 3 teaspoons soy sauce, to taste
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
1 can baby corn
1/4 c. dehydrated bell peppers, reconstituted
1/4 c. dehydrated brocolli, reconstituted
1 can of carrots
1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained

Break up ramen noodles and cook according to package directions, omitting but reserving seasoning packet. Drain and keep warm. Drain salmon, reserving liquid. In small saucepan, blend cornstarch, seasoning packet from noodles, water, reserved salmon liquid, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder. Cook over high heat, stirring frequently, until mixture boils; continue cooking for 1 minute. Remove from heat; reserve and keep warm. In large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables and water chestnuts. Stir-fry 3 minutes. Add salmon; cover and cook 1 minute. Add noodles and sauce; stir gently and heat through.

Makes 3 to 4 servings.

Quick Soft Pressed Cheese

2 c. boiling water
1-1/2 c. dry milk powder
3 T. vegetable oil
1 c. buttermilk
3-4 T. fresh lemon juice
cheese coloring tablets (opt.)

Blend water, milk and oil, allowing foam to settle slightly. If colored cheese is desired, add ½ tablet cheese coloring (or cake decorating paste color) while blending. Pour into hot saucepan coated with a nonstick spray and heat to at least 160 degrees. Add lemon juice and continue to stir until mixture curdles.

Pour into a cheesecloth lined colander. Rinse curds with warm water, then salt to taste. Place cheese in cloth between two plates or spoon into a cheese press. Apply weight and let sit for ½ hour or longer, depending on how firm you want the cheese to be. Remove from plates or cheese press, rinse, wrap in plastic and refrigerate. Use within one month or freeze. This cheese can be sliced, grated, or crumbled. For Smoky Cheese, add ½ t. Liquid Smoke flavoring and ½-1 t. salt after rinsing curds.