A CPA licensed in Pennsylvania, Andrew Muc has nearly a decade of experience in leadership capacities with NRG Energy, Inc. With a passion for cooking, Andrew Muc particularly enjoys dishes that incorporate fresh seafood. One of the classic shellfish recipes is lobster bisque, which features a rich, creamy sauce that does not need to incorporate dairy to be delicious. To start off the dish, boil the lobster in water and, when it is done, remove the meat from the shell. The shell can then be added back to the water and boiled for several more minutes until an aromatic stock is produced. The next step is to heat olive oil (instead of butter) in a pan and sauté onions, garlic, and shallots for several minutes, with flour added as a thickener. Sherry is the traditional wine component, but a dry white wine also can be substituted to impart a more delicate flavor. Next add pepper, thyme, and Tabasco or Worcestershire sauce. Once this mixture firms into a paste, add low-sodium chicken broth, tomato paste, and the base lobster stock, simmering the blend for around 10 minutes. This mixture can be further refined in a blender until smooth, with coconut milk added in place of heavy cream. With chunks of lobster meat the final addition, the result is a savory dish without all the traditional calories.
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1/11/2019 0 Comments How to Tell Fish is FreshAndrew Muc, a longtime accounting professional, produces monthly financial results, coordinates general accounting activities, and reviews consolidated debt and equity as accounting manager at NRG Energy, Inc. Outside of work, Andrew Muc enjoys cooking a variety of cuisine. He is particularly fond of shopping for and cooking fresh fish. When shopping for fresh whole fish or fish fillets, always listen to what your nose is telling you. Good fish has a neutral, often pleasant smell that is reminiscent of where the fish lived, such as the lake, river, or sea. Under no circumstances should it have a bad smell. Regardless of how minimal a bad smell is, it is one of the first signs a fish is rotting. The fish won’t improve by cooking it. Appearance of the fish is also an important factor. Specifically, the skin on fillets and whole fish must look metallic and shiny. Dull patches indicate the fish is getting old. Similarly, whole fish gills should be a rich red color and the eyes should appear bright and clear. Liquid on the fish is also indicative of freshness, since this liquid becomes milky when the fish is older. Finally, ask to touch the fish. Not every fishmonger will allow this, but it is helpful when determining the freshness of fish fillets, in particular. When fish is fresh, the meat of the fillet is resilient and capable of springing back after you press a finger into it. If your fingerprint remains on the fillet, the fish is likely not very fresh. As an accounting manager for NRG Energy, Inc., Andrew Muc is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the company’s Oracle and Great Plains general ledger and fixed asset accounting system. In his free time Andrew Muc likes to cook, and especially enjoys shopping for fresh fish for his dishes. When preparing fish, one of the biggest factors that affect the finished meal is the freshness of the fish. These three tips will help ensure you always find the freshest offerings available. 1. Smell - Whether you are shopping for whole fish or fillets, the smell is a solid indicator of freshness. A fresh saltwater fish will smell like brine and ocean water. Conversely, if the fish gives off an overly fishy odor, chances are you can find something a bit fresher. 2. Eyes - When shopping for whole fish, the eyes are often an excellent indicator of freshness. Fresh fish will have clear, somewhat convex eyes. If the eyes are sunken or cloudy, choose a different fish. 3. Gills - The gills of a fresh fish will appear red and slightly wet. If they look dry, brown, or any other color, consider another fish. |
AuthorA member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Andrew Muc is an accounting manager at the Princeton, New Jersey-based firm NRG Energy, Inc. Archives
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