Watertown Project Search

12/23/2024

Before heading into the Winter Break, the hosted our first ever Pancakes with Project SEARCH event last week. An event that we hope will surely become a tradition at

Thanks to all those who attended! It was a fun way for Marquardt staff to visit with the interns and for our interns to demonstrate some skills 😄

11/12/2024

Let's meet another intern:

Hi Hayden!
Hayden is currently working in our Housekeeping Rotation. Hayden is thorough in his work and is very curious. Hayden's mind is always ticking, wanting to learn how things work. Hayden is a friendly guy with an eager smile. We love seeing Hayden make gradual improvements toward independence.



*Photo Description: Hayden is seen in his Project SEARCH uniform, smiling and completing various tasks such as cleaning windows, cleaning mirrors, disinfecting counters, and vacuuming

11/11/2024

What a beautiful fall day it is at
And no day is complete without or from

Today's recipe encompasses all of the comforting flavors of fall - Apple Butter Pork Chops

*Photo Description: The first photo shows sliced apples, herbs, and a pork chop in a cast iron pan with a spoon.
The second photo shows a recipe is handwritten in cursive with black ink on a white piece of paper. A woman's hand is holding the paper. There is are fall trees in the background.

Recipe:
4 pork chops
1 onion, sliced
1 honey crisp apple, sliced
1/2 cup apple butter
1/2 cup water
2 tbsp mustard
1 rosemary sprig
3 sage leaves
Salt and Pepper to taste

In a skillet, cook pork chops 3-4 mins each side.
Whisk together Apple Butter, water, mustard, and salt.
Remove pork chops, add apples, onions, rosemary, sage and salt to pan.
Saute onions 5 mins. Add Apple Butter mixture back to pan. Return chops to pan.
Enjoy!

11/06/2024

Let's meet Patrick!

Patrick is one of our interns who is currently working in Housekeeping. Patrick is kind and eager to work with a smile on his face. Patrick knows many staff and residents at by name. He is quick to say "Hello" all while helping keep the Marquardt clean and safe for all.

Hello Patrick!

*Photo Description: Patrick is shown in several photos doing various cleaning tasks including dusting, sanitizing surfaces, and cleaning windows. Patrick wears a proud smile on his face.

10/28/2024

Rotation #1 is in full swing!

Let's take a closer look at our interns in action.

Meet Darius (D)!
D is currently rocking it in our Dietary Rotation at the Marquardt. In this rotation, D assists with meal clean up, clearing tables, dishes, and bringing meals to residents (residents not photographed due to privacy). D works hard and always with a smile on his face. The dietary team frequently comment on what a delight it is to work with D. The residents look forward to seeing D each day.

Way to go D! Keep on rocking it in Rotation 1!



*Photo Description: photos depict D working in the dining hall and dish room of the Marquardt. D has a huge grin while he works to clear tables and put away dry dishes. 😁😁😁😁

10/28/2024

Catching up with on some Recipes of the Day!

Today's posted recipe of the day is Easy Slow Cooker Salosbury Steak. Perfect for a cool fall day 🍂

*Photo Description: a handwritten recipe on a white piece of paper with black ink

Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
2 lbs. ground beef
2 cans cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup of bread crumbs
1/4 cup of flour
2 tbsp. Veggie oil
3/4 cup water
1 pkg. dry Onion Soup mix
1 pkg. dry Au Jus mix
Splash of milk

Combine beef, bread crumbs, milk, and soup mix. Shape into 8 patties. Dredge in flour. In skillet, heat oil, and brown patties. Place patties in slow cooker. In bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, dry au jus mix, and water. Pour over patties. Cover and cook on low 4-5 hours

Serve and Enjoy!

10/22/2024

Catching up with
from Monday

*Photo Description: recipe written in cursive with black ink on white paper

Slow Cooker Peach Glazed Pork Chops
4 boneless pork chops
1 cup peach preserves
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and Pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil

Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
In skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
Sear pork chops.
Mix preserves, chicken broth, soy sauce, minced garlic, and mustard. Pour mixture over chops in slow cooker. Cover and cook on low 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. When done, remove chops and spoon glaze over pork chops.

Serve & Enjoy!

Will you try it?

10/22/2024

Catching up with
from Friday Oct. 18th

*Photo Description: recipe is written in cursive with black pen ink on a white piece of paper*

Pork Burgers
3 slices bacon
1/2 onion - chopped
1 lb. ground pork
3 tbsp. BBQ Sauce, plus more for basting
1 - 1 1/2 tsp.
1/2 tsp. salt
4 oz. Sharp Cheddar Cheese
4 Onion Rolls

Cook Bacon, remove and set aside
Cook onion in the bacon fat for 3 mins.
Crumble bacon. Add ground pork, 3 tbsp BBQ sauce, salt, and onions.
Shape meat mixture into four patties.
Cook burgers and baste more BBQ Sauce on, 5-8 mins per side.
Top with cheese, cover till cheese melts (1 min).
Serve on rolls with toppings.

Enjoy!

10/17/2024

✨️JOIN US! ✨️ for our First

Learn more about our program, who is qualified for the program, and hear firsthand from past and present interns.

Come see us in person at or DM for a virtual link

Will we see you there?

10/17/2024

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*Photo Description*
A recipe written in cursive with black ink on a white piece of paper.

Bird Dog Sandwiches:

Sauce -
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
2 tbsp BBQ Sauce
2 tbsp Honey
1 tbsp Yellow Mustard
1/2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
1/2 tbsp lemon juice

Sandwich -
4 Breaded Chicken Tenders
4 Bacon Slices, Cooked
4 Hot Dog Buns

Toppings -
Tomatoes, Onions, Dill Pickles

For Sauce, whisk all ingredients in a bowl. Cover and place in fridge. Cook chicken tenders. Cook bacon. Assemble Sandwiches: Spread sauce, add chicken, bacon, and toppings.

Serve and Enjoy!!

10/16/2024

We appreciate our partner Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin- South Central

For more information, check out our Down syndrome Hub Page! https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/outreach/ds-hub/

10/16/2024

Every day one of the The Marquardt residents, Mark, delivers a hand-written recipe of the day.

Today's recipe is No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake. 🎃
A dessert that is perfect for the fall 🍂

*Photo Description*
A recipe written in cursive with black ink on a white piece of paper.

Recipe:
Crust -
11 oz Nilla Wafers
1 tsp. Pumpkin Spice, divided
8 tbsp Butter, melter

Cheesecake -
12 oz softened cream cheese
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup Pumpkin Puree, not pie filling
1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
16 oz Cool Whip, divided

Toppings -
Remaining Pumpkin Spice and Cool Whip

Directions:
Crust - Finely crush into crumbs. Save 2 tbsp crumbs for later. Mix melted butter and remaining crumbs. Place mixture in springform pan. Freeze.

Cheesecake - Cream the cream cheese and brown sugar 4-5 mins. Mix in puree, vanilla extract, and pie spice. Mix for 2-3 mins. Gently fold in 3 cups of
Pour onto crust. Cover and chill overnight.
Add more , reserved crumbs, and pie spice on top.

!