Ingredients: 2 celery sticks, thinly sliced 1 large onion, chopped 1 large carrots, halved lengthways then thickly sliced 5 bay leaves 2 thyme sprigs, 1 whole and 1 with leaves picked (1 teaspoon dried) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 tablespoons plain flour 2 tablespoons tomato puree 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 …
Read More »PSU’s Indian Student Association kicks semester off with welcome party
To begin the new semester, many student organizations are hosting events welcoming students back to campus. Pitt State’s Indian Student Association (ISA) hosted their first event of the semester, a welcome party, Friday Jan. 29 at 4:30 p.m. at Gorilla Village. “It’s been a tough time for all of us, so …
Read More »Healthy berry quinoa muffins
Ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 1 cup almond flour 1/4 cup white quinoa, uncooked 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 large eggs, beaten 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt 1/4 cup whole milk 1/3 cup honey 2 6-ounce containers …
Read More »Chicken scampi pasta
Ingredients: Kosher salt 1 pound chicken cutlets, thinly sliced into 1/2 inch strips 3 tablespoons olive oil 8 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 cloves garlic, sliced 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 cup dry white wine 12 ounces angel hair pasta Juice from one large lemon 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1/2 …
Read More »PSU Post Office offers new system for mail pickup for on campus students
Pitt State’s on-campus post office located at 107 Whitesitt Hall has added smart lockers for mail-pick up available to residence hall students as an added convenience during the COVID-19 pandemic. “A lot of D-1 schools have them, so we’re excited to offer them at this level,” said Kevin Elrod, postal services supervisor. The lockers, from company QTrak, were installed last week and …
Read More »Slow cooker creamy tortellini soup
Ingredients: 1.8 oz envelope of white sauce 4 cups water 14 oz can vegetable broth 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 1/2 cup chopped onions 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 7 or 8 oz …
Read More »Professor in environmental safety program earns regional award
Pittsburg State University’s Environmental and Safety Management program is one of 12 in the U.S. recognized by the Institute for Safety and Health Management. The program’s graduates have a 100-percent placement rate with starting salaries ranging from $55,000 to $65,000, according to PSU News. Not only is the program successful, but so are its …
Read More »Twice baked potato casserole
Ingredients: 1 pound thin bacon 16 russet potatoes 6 tablespoons canola oil 4 sticks (1 pound) salted butter, plus more for buttering baking dish 2 cups sour cream 2 cups grated Cheddar or Jack (or a mix of both), plus more for topping 2 cups whole milk 4 teaspoons seasoned salt …
Read More »GAB provides self-care kits to help students manage stress
As the semester comes to a close at Pitt State, many students are dealing with the stress of deadlines, finals, and returning home during a pandemic. Groups throughout campus have begun holding events to help students destress. The Gorilla Activities Board (GAB) held a Relaxation Station, Wednesday Nov. 18 in the Overman Student Center from …
Read More »Banoffee pie
Ingredients: For the crust and pie: 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 5 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups dulce de leche 2 large bananas, sliced For the whipped Cream: 2 cups old heavy cream or heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract …
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