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If it were possible for us to "bind" Satan today, we would not need instruction about the various pieces of the armor of God. If Satan could be bound, he would not be capable of attacking us and throwing flaming missiles. In fact, the concept of "binding" Satan can actually be quite a dangerous belief. If we believe that we can "bind" Satan, we will (wrongly) think that he has been incapacitated, and we will be completely unprepared for the enemy's attacks. In addition, if we believe that our prayers can "bind" Satan, we will be far less diligent about "putting on God's armor," and will be defenseless and vulnerable to Satan's attacks. Satan is not bound – and cannot be bound at the present time. Our strategy, then, is to be fully armed to repel his attack. Putting on the armor of God and fighting is the kind of resistance that thwarts the enemy's scheming tactics, and forces Satan to flee.

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Chayote And Black-eyed Pea Relish

January 27, 2023

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Fruits, Grains	Aztec	Barbeque, Condiments, Salsa	6	Servings

INGREDIENTS

1		Chayote fruit
1	c	Black eyed peas, cooked
1		Clov garlic, minced
1		Serrano chile, deribbed
		seeded
		and minced
2	t	Fresh cilantro, chopped
4	T	Mango or papaya, diced
2		Scallions, white part
		only
		thinly sliced
1/4	c	Fresh corn kernels, roasted
2	t	Lime juice, freshly squeezed
2	t	White wine, fine quality
2	T	Vinaigrette dressing
		Salt, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

Peel the chayote, cut in half, and remove the seed with a knife. Cut
into 1/4-inch dice and place in a mixing bowl. Combine with the
remaining ingredients. Let sit for at least 1 hour. Before serving,
check the seasonings and adjust if necessary. Makes about 2 cups of
relish.  Chef's Notes: Stephan Pyles, the owner and chef of one of
Dallas'  hottest restaurants, Star Canyon, tells us: "Chayote, a green
squash  about the same shape and size as a large pear, was a staple of
the  Aztecs and Mayans, and it is still used extensively in Mexican and
South American cooking. In Louisiana and Florida, the chayote is  known
as 'mirliton.' It is more widely available during winter months  and
has a crisp, crunchy texture and an earthy flavor that suits  salsas
and relishes very well."  NOTES : This relish goes nicely with grilled
chicken or fish.  Recipe by: Stephan Pyles in 'The New Texas Cuisine'
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Nutrition (calculated from recipe ingredients) ---------------------------------------------- Calories: 95 Calories From Fat: 19 Total Fat: 2.1g Cholesterol: 48.7mg Sodium: 91.2mg Potassium: 151.5mg Carbohydrates: <1g Fiber: <1g Sugar: <1g Protein: 17.8g