Hour 1

Mind Jam Trivia: Coastal California town passed a resolution to make this their official bird in the 1980’s. Community pianos will return to downtown Lynchburg. Remains of local fallen Marine are identified and coming home after 70 years. Five and Dine is Chinese Chicken Salad.

Hour 2

Trey Watkins joins to discuss Critical Race Theory and the current state of school systems. Lynchburg City Schools adjust start and end times due to bus driver shortage. Roanoke nursing home avoids charges after alleged neglect and mistreatment.

Hour 3

Microsoft users face hacking concerns. Roanoke Rescue Mission celebrates 73 years. Roanoke Police Chief responds to recent uptick in gun violence. Life hacks with Janet. Five and Dine - Chinese Chicken Salad.

Hour 1

Mind Jam Trivia: Coastal California town passed a resolution to make this their official bird in the 1980’s. Community pianos will return to downtown Lynchburg. Remains of local fallen Marine are identified and coming home after 70 years. Five and Dine is Chinese Chicken Salad.

Hour 2

Trey Watkins joins to discuss Critical Race Theory and the current state of school systems. Lynchburg City Schools adjust start and end times due to bus driver shortage. Roanoke nursing home avoids charges after alleged neglect and mistreatment.

Hour 3

Microsoft users face hacking concerns. Roanoke Rescue Mission celebrates 73 years. Roanoke Police Chief responds to recent uptick in gun violence. Life hacks with Janet. Five and Dine - Chinese Chicken Salad.

Janet and Mark talk to Dr. Bob Denton on critical race theory and the upcoming gubernatorial race. by The Morning Jam on VTRN

EVERY DAY SUMMER PASTA SALAD

Produce

18 Basil, large leaves

4 pints Cherry tomatoes (I like to blister them in a skillet, but you can keep them fresh if you like)

6 cloves Garlic

Pasta & Grains

1 lb Angel hair pasta

Baking & Spices

1/2 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground

1 Kosher salt

1/2 tsp Red pepper flake

Oils & Vinegars

1 Olive oil, Extra virgin

Dairy

1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese

Hour 1

Mind Jam Trivia: What company gives you the opportunity to be buried at sea by turning you into this? Large hole develops beside roadway in Bedford County. Search continues for missing jogger in Patrick County. Five and Dine is an Everyday Summer Salad.

Hour 2

A former Liberty executive files suit against the university. TV show “Black Files Declassified” films episode in Roanoke. A Roanoke City Councilman is accused of embezzlement.

Hour 3

Dr. Bob Denton joins to discuss critical race theory and the upcoming gubernatorial race. Bedford County Animal Shelter waives adoption fees until Saturday. 8-month-old girl killed in local house fire. Five and Dine: Everyday Summer Salad.

Hour 1

Mind Jam Trivia: What company gives you the opportunity to be buried at sea by turning you into this? Large hole develops beside roadway in Bedford County. Search continues for missing jogger in Patrick County. Five and Dine is an Everyday Summer Salad.

Hour 2

A former Liberty executive files suit against the university. TV show “Black Files Declassified” films episode in Roanoke. A Roanoke City Councilman is accused of embezzlement.

Hour 3

Dr. Bob Denton joins to discuss critical race theory and the upcoming gubernatorial race. Bedford County Animal Shelter waives adoption fees until Saturday. 8-month-old girl killed in local house fire. Five and Dine: Everyday Summer Salad.

Hour 1

Mind Jam Trivia: What company gives you the opportunity to be buried at sea by turning you into this? Large hole develops beside roadway in Bedford County. Search continues for missing jogger in Patrick County. Five and Dine is an Everyday Summer Salad.

Hour 2

A former Liberty executive files suit against the university. TV show “Black Files Declassified” films episode in Roanoke. A Roanoke City Councilman is accused of embezzlement.

Hour 3

Dr. Bob Denton joins to discuss critical race theory and the upcoming gubernatorial race. Bedford County Animal Shelter waives adoption fees until Saturday. 8-month-old girl killed in local house fire. Five and Dine: Everyday Summer Salad.

Rob Leonard and Wesley Cotner from Build Smart Institute joins the Morning Jam by The Morning Jam on VTRN

CHICKEN CORDON BLU CASSEROLE

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons Butter

½ cup Yellow Onion, diced

3 cloves Garlic, minced

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

1 teaspoon Dried Thyme

½ teaspoon Garlic Powder

2 ½ cups Chicken Broth

1 ¼ cups White Long Grain rice, uncooked

10.75 oz. Cream of Chicken Soup

½ cup Sour Cream

1 cup Milk

2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard

1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded

1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1 cup cooked chicken

8 oz. ham steak, or 1 cup diced ham

9 slices Swiss Cheese

Topping

1/3 Cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs

1 Tablespoon Melted Butter

Instructions

Prep Work

Place the rice in a strainer and run it under cool water for 1 minute. This rids it of excess starch which will help to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot when cooked.

Shred the cheese and set aside, it will melt better if it’s not cold when added. Avoid packaged shredded cheese as it contains cellulose which prevents it from melting well. This is the brand I prefer for cheddar. Avoid using extra sharp or aged cheddar.

If using uncooked chicken, diced it and season with salt and pepper. Sauté in butter until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

Measure out remaining ingredients prior to cooking.

Cooking Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Melt 2 Tablespoons butter and add the diced onions. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add the garlic, garlic powder, and thyme. Cook for one more minute.

Add olive oil, chicken broth, and rice. Stir to combine.

Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Cover tightly and cook for 15 minutes. Do not stir.

Turn off heat, leave the lid on and let it sit for 10 minutes, do not stir. Any rice stuck on the bottom will release during this time.

Add the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, Dijon mustard, cheddar + Parmesan cheese, and cooked chicken/ham. Stir to combine.

Transfer to a lightly greased 9 x 13 casserole dish. Top with Swiss cheese. Cover and bake for 15 minutes.

Combine the melted butter and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole and bake for 10 more minutes, uncovered.

Let it stand for 5 minutes prior to serving.

Hour 1

Mind Jam Trivia: What TV show produced the most expensive episode of its time in the 1980’s. Jogger missing in Patrick county. Salem Fair reports high numbers despite shooting. Five and Dine - Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole.

Hour 2

Rob Leonard and Wesley Cotner from Build Smart join to discuss the value of trade careers and training options. Post-pandemic used car shortage continues. Concord Rescue Squad celebrates 50 years. Bedford County hosts “cop camp” for kids.

Hour 3

How to make time slow down. Roanoke will refund incorrect parking tickets dating back to 2017. Five and Dine is Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole.