Temptation arises and the conscience warns of impending danger – Rationalization: “Because I already hate sin as a general rule, I can be near temptation without desiring it or becoming vulnerable” Temptation intensifies – Rationalization: “I’ve been doing well spiritually, what possible damage could result from merely ‘noticing’ trouble?” Sinful desires begin to consume the thought life – Rationalization: “My life is very difficult, so how am I supposed to be strong all the time? Can I be expected to hold off every powerful enticement when I’m under such pressure?” The conscience screams reminders about truth, family, friends, and consequences – Rationalization: “Since I’m alone, none of those I love will be affected; and besides, this is a small sin compared to what I’ve seen others do.” Sin prevails with the attendant guilt – Rationalization: “I’m not as bad as others; I know God will forgive me; I’ll just leave this between me and Him; I don’t need anyone’s help because they’ll just be judgmental.” Sin continues as a pattern, truth becomes dull, and sensations of guilt fade – Rationalization: “People can be so legalistic; they think they’re the only ones that do anything right; God is much more loving and He wants me to be happy.”

Jerry Wragg

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Grains, Dairy		Sauces, Regional	6	Servings

INGREDIENTS

1/2	c	Dry white wine
1 1/2	tb	Minced fresh ginger
1/4	c	Minced fresh lemon grass*
1	tb	Dried kaffir lime leaves**
2	ts	Red curry paste (follows)
2	ts	Cornstarch
1	c	Canned coconut milk

INSTRUCTIONS

* - or 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
** - or chopped fresh lemon leaves
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1. In a 1 1/2 to 2 quart pan on high heat, bring to a boil white wine,
fresh ginger, fresh lemon grass (or lemon peel), kaffir lime leaves and red
curry paste. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
2. In a blender, whirl mixture with cornstarch and coconut milk until
smooth. Return to pan (with 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves if not using
fresh, following). Stir sauce over high heat until boiling. If made ahead,
chill airtight up to 1 day. Reheat to simmering; if needed, add coconut
milk to thin. Stir in fresh basil leaves. Use hot.
From Gemini's MASSIVE MealMaster collection at www.synapse.com/~gemini

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