Oddly-specific exemption being viewed by critics as prime example of crony capitalism. An exemption for “bread baking” businesses in California’s new $20 minimum wage law is raising eyebrows after it appears to benefit Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom’s friend‚ Panera Bread CEO Greg Flynn. California’s FAST Act (Fast Food Accountability and Standards Recovery Act) was signed into law by Newsom last September‚ and requires fast food restaurants to pay workers a minimum of $20-per-hour. Left out of that requirement‚ however‚ are restaurant “chains that bake bread and sell it as a standalone item.” Embed from Getty Images The “bread-baking” exemption was reportedly championed by Newsom‚ who claimed to reporters it’d been hammered out during “countless hours of negotiations with dozens of stakeholders over two years‚” and characterized it as “part of the sausage-making.” Despite denying having part in crafting the exemption‚ Flynn – who attended the same high school as Newsom and bought one of his Napa Valley resorts in 2014 – had previously expressed vocal opposition to the bill. URGENT! Keep Alex Jones in the fight against the NWO! Please pray &; contribute at DefendJones.com today! From Bloomberg News: Flynn emerged as a prominent critic of the fast-food bill‚ known as the FAST Act. In a 2022 opinion piece in Capitol Weekly‚ a publication covering California politics‚ he said it would all but kill the franchising business model in the state.Behind closed doors‚ he urged the governor’s top aides to reconsider whether fast-casual chains such as Panera should be classified as fast food‚ according to people familiar with the discussions‚ who asked not to be named because the talks were private.While that plan wasn’t adopted‚ the Service Employees International Union‚ a labor group that was the driving force behind the bill‚ decided to accept a narrower carve-out as the talks progressed — one that would only apply to restaurants operating bakeries. That position was adopted as a means of winning the governor’s support for the legislation‚ said a person with knowledge of the discussions. The rationale was the governor’s longstanding relationship with a Panera franchisee‚ the person said. According to the New York Post‚ Flynn “is the largest franchisee in the US with thousands of brands including Applebee’s‚ Pizza Hut‚ Taco Bell‚ and Wendy’s‚” and has donated over $164‚800 to Gov. Newsom. Speaking at a conference in 2023‚ the head of the National Restaurant Association‚ Michelle Korsmo‚ said “everyone’s scratching their head” over the exemption‚ adding the legislation was a result of building key political relationships. The unseemly appearance of the oddly-specific exemption is being viewed by critics as a prime example of crony capitalism and political favoritism at its finest. Every fast food restaurant will now have a bakery! pic.twitter.com/MExLRr12sc— Terry (@TerryinSoCalif) February 28‚ 2024 Democrats hate small business but give exceptions to their friends‚ this is fascism.— Harrison Krank (@HarrisonKrank) February 28‚ 2024 Total corruption. Not a surprise from Newsom.If the exemption includes “chains that bake bread and sell it as a standalone item"‚ every fast food chain restaurant should hire one person – at the lower minimum wage – for a few hours a day to bake bread to sell.— Eric (@closedownthebar) February 28‚ 2024 I think this is how the mafia conducts business‚ too.— Axiomatic Enemy of the State (@DeTocqueville14) February 28‚ 2024

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This restaurant style Blender Salsa is a game changer. It’s easily whipped up in your blender at home and is a sure-fire party pleaser. It’s great for every occasion and is better than store-bought any day! This restaurant-style blender salsa is a surefire party pleaser‚ no matter what the occasion is. In This Article Why This Recipe Stands OutKey Recipe IngredientsSubstitutions And VariationsStep-By-Step Recipe InstructionsHow To Prep AheadWhat To Serve With SalsaCommonly Asked QuestionsBlender Salsa (Restaurant Style) RecipeMORE TO COOK AND EAT View more Why This Recipe Stands Out We love a good restaurant-style salsa‚ and this recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Here’s why you’ll love this blender salsa:  Quick: Everything goes into the blender‚ and you’re done! No need to spend hours chopping and cooking. This recipe is ready in just 5 minutes‚ just like our 5-Minute Avocado Bean Dip. Customizable: This salsa is easy to customize to your own heat and flavor preferences. Try adding a bit more lime juice or some extra cilantro for a fresh twist. Versatile: This restaurant-style salsa is the perfect recipe for parties‚ game days‚ and family gatherings. It pairs perfectly with our Weeknight Taco Pockets and our Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas. Super Fresh: The use of fresh ingredients like garlic‚ jalapenos‚ and cilantro gives this salsa a vibrant‚ fresh flavor that you just can’t get from a jar. Better than Store-Bought: Once you’ve tried this salsa‚ you’ll never go back to the store-bought version. The flavors are bold and authentic. Key Recipe Ingredients Fire-Roasted Tomatoes – These canned tomatoes add a smoky depth to our salsa. Jalapenos – The star of our recipe‚ these add a kick of heat that can be adjusted according to your preference. Fresh Cilantro – This herb adds a fresh‚ citrusy note that brightens up the flavors. Red Onion – This adds a sharp‚ slightly sweet flavor and a crunchy texture. Smoked Paprika and Ground Cumin – These spices add a warm‚ earthy depth to our salsa. Substitutions And Variations We all love a good salsa‚ and this blender salsa is the best of the best. Here are some of our favorite variations and substitutions to make this party favorite your own: Spicy: If you like your salsa extra spicy‚ try adding in some extra jalapenos or even a dash of cayenne pepper for a kick. Pico-Style: For a chunkier‚ pico-de-gallo style salsa‚ pulse the ingredients in the blender a few times instead of blending until smooth.  Tropical: For a fun twist‚ try adding in some diced mango or pineapple. This fruity salsa is perfect for summer parties and goes great with grilled chicken or fish. Or give our Fresh Fruit Salsa a try! Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions Place all ingredients‚ including the spices and seasonings‚ into a blender. Blend until well combined. Adjust consistency by adding reserved tomato juice as needed. Store chilled in an airtight container. For full list of ingredients and instructions‚ see recipe card below. How To Prep Ahead This Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style) is a quick and easy recipe to make‚ but we have some additional tips to make the process even smoother: Prep the Veggies You can chop the red onion‚ remove the seeds from the jalapenos‚ and peel the garlic cloves in advance. Store these prepped ingredients in the fridge for up to a week. Make Ahead: This salsa can be prepared in advance. Simply blend all the ingredients together and adjust the seasonings. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy it within a week. This fresh-tasting salsa is easily whipped up in your blender at home. What To Serve With Salsa Tex-Mex Favorites This Blender Salsa is perfect for topping your favorite Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes. Enjoy it as a topping for tacos‚ nachos‚ burritos‚ or quesadillas. It also pairs well with fajitas and enchiladas. Simply serve it on the side or drizzle it over your dish for an extra kick of flavor. Serve salsa with a variety of tortilla chips – white‚ yellow‚ or blue tortilla chips are delicious! Healthy Bowls Add a scoop of Blender Salsa to your favorite salad or grain bowls for a burst of fresh flavor. It pairs well with a variety of ingredients‚ making it a versatile addition to your meal. Top your Burrito Bowl Recipe with plenty of salsa. Protein Blender Salsa is a great accompaniment to favorite grilled protein dishes. Try it with grilled chicken or air fryer salmon for a tasty twist. Dips Use restaurant style salsa by combining into other dips‚ such as 7-Layer Mexican Dip or Cheesy Mexican Bean Dip Commonly Asked Questions What type of tomatoes should I use for this salsa? We recommend using 2 cans of fire-roasted tomatoes for this recipe. Be sure to reserve the juices as well‚ as they may be needed to reach your desired salsa consistency. Can I adjust the spiciness of the salsa? Yes‚ you can! The jalapenos largely determine the heat of your salsa. To make it milder‚ remove all the seeds from the jalapenos before blending. How long does this Blender Salsa keep? This salsa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned ones? While you can use fresh tomatoes‚ we recommend sticking to fire-roasted canned tomatoes for the best flavor. Print Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style) This Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style) tastes deliciously fresh. It's super easy and always a hit at any party. Make a big batch and have plenty of chips on hand; it'll go fast! Course Appetizer‚ SnackCuisine Mexican‚ Mexican AmericanDiet Gluten Free‚ VeganMethod blender Prep Time 10 minutes minutesTotal Time 10 minutes minutes Servings 4 cups Calories 79kcal Author Amy Dong Ingredients2 cans fire-roasted tomatoes 14 oz each‚ juices reservedLime juice 3-4 wedges of lime2 large jalapeños seeds carefully removed3 cloves garlic peeled1 can green chilies diced‚ 4 oz1 bunch fresh cilantro1 medium red onion chopped1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp sugar1-2 tsp kosher salt or to taste½ tsp black pepper or to taste‚ freshly ground InstructionsPlace all ingredients into blender. Blend just until everything is well combined. Add as much reserved tomato juice as needed to reach desired consistency. Store in airtight container‚ chilled‚ for up to a week. Notes Feel free to adjust the lime juice‚ sugar‚ and salt to your personal preference after blending. To control the heat level‚ remove the seeds from the jalapeños and adjust the amount used based on your heat tolerance. Don’t be afraid to experiment with additional spices like smoked paprika and ground cumin to customize the salsa to your liking. If you prefer a chunkier salsa‚ pulse the ingredients in the blender rather than blending until smooth. This salsa is best served chilled‚ so make sure to refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving for maximum flavor. Serve this salsa with freshly baked tortilla chips or on top of your favorite Mexican or Tex-Mex dishes for a deliciously authentic flavor. If you enjoyed this recipe‚ please come back and give it a rating. We hearing from you!  Join our Free Recipe Club and get our newest‚ best recipes each week! NutritionCalories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 890mg | Potassium: 686mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 828IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 4mg MORE TO COOK AND EAT Mexican 7-Layer Dip – This one is always and forever the biggest pleaser at any gathering. They’ll scrape your platter clean. Chunky Guacamole – It’s a salsa-guac fusion. Creamy‚ fresh‚ and absolutely irresistible. Chunky Salsa with Corn – It is one of my favorite chop-and-toss salsas. It’s so delicious and goes with any Mexican-themed meal. Fresh Fruit Salsa – A bounty of fresh‚ ripe fruit combined into a beautiful‚ refreshingly sweet fruit salsa. This healthy snack will be devoured by the whole gang in one sitting. The post Blender Salsa (Restaurant Style) appeared first on Chew Out Loud.