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- How to Choose the Right Slow Cooker - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Jenny KhooDo you love to cook healthy, nutritious home-cooked meals but do not have the time to prepare and watch over them? Then you need a slow cooker. Preparing delicious home-cooked meals will be as easy as adding ingredients to your slow cooker because it will do all the cooking for you. There are a ...
Views: 1334(3 votes) - Hidden Health Benefits of Garlic and Onions - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from Kellie HillGarlic and onions have wonderful health benefits but they also have “hidden” health benefits that can be accessed with a little planning. ONION: These fantastic bulbs come in white, red, and yellow and are associated with reducing the risk of heart disease, lowering cholesterol levels and ...
Views: 1332(2 votes) - Spanish Food - How To Make Spicy Gazpacho Soup. - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Jivinder SabherwalHome-made soups are so good for you - all that nourishing stock and chock-a-block full of vitamins and minerals. But ... who on earth could face boiling bones for hours on end during the scorching Spanish summer weather, not to mention preparing the soup once the stock is made? I don´t ...
Views: 1331(2 votes) - Easy Cooking Ideas a Recipe Book Will Never Tell You - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrIf you’re looking for easy cooking ideas, stop searching in recipe books! Instead, look at your cooking basics. One of the best basic cooking methods to employ for quick dishes is stove-top sauté. Sauté is a direct source, conductive cooking method that uses intense heat to cook and brown ...
Views: 1330(1 vote) - Grilling: The New Frontier - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthWhen I first got married, I had no cooking experience. I remember coming home from our honeymoon and in a moment of sheer panic thinking, “What are we going to eat tonight?” The answer turned out to be “Domino’s pizza,” but we couldn’t eat that for the rest of our life. I needed to learn how to ...
Views: 1329(2 votes) - Make A few Authentic and Scrumptious Ground Beef Recipes - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Vijayjan NairGround Beef is extensively utilized in various famous dishes all over the world. Famous ground beef recipes comprise scrumptious recipes like ground beef chili recipe and ground beef potato pie. Almost all these dishes are quite simple to prepare as they just need some easy materials. My own ...
Views: 1327 - Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Shrimp - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2009 from New Harbinger PublicationsFor a vegetarian variation, replace the shrimp with cubed seasoned, smoked tofu (available at natural food stores). If you use shrimp, keep the shells for stock; just throw them in a bag in the freezer until you're ready to use them. 4 leaves bok choy 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 ...
Views: 1326 - Broiled Salmon Salad - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from George MateljanThis is a very easy salmon salad with a refreshing sauce. The herbs are not only flavorful, but are also full of nutrients. Feel free to add more salad ingredients to your liking. Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 3/4 lb salmon filets cut in 4 pieces • 2 TBS ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - Cool curd rice for summer: - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriIngredients: Rice: 1 cup Water : 3 cups Thick curd: - 3 cups Finely chopped coriander leaves – ¼ cup White grapes (slit into halves) – 1 cup Broken Cashews – ¼ cup Curry leaves – 15 Red chilly – 2 Mustard – ¼ tea spoon Asafetida – 1 pinch Sugar – ½ spoon Ghee – 2 tea spoon Oil – 2 ...
Views: 1325 - Are You Cooking Meals from a Broken Cookbook - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd Mohr“Burn your recipes!” If you’ve been following me for any amount of time now, you’ve heard me utter that statement time and time again. It’s not that I’m entirely against using recipes for home cooking, it’s more because I see cooking meals as a personal art form or your kitchen culinary ...
Views: 1323(1 vote) - Fast Dinner Ideas From Your Kitchen Cabinet - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrFast dinner ideas come from the combination of quick cooking methods and the ingredients you have on hand. Planning and cooking meals for your family can be frustrating when you depend on written recipes that command specific ingredients. Sometimes you have the items, sometimes you don’t. ...
Views: 1323(4 votes) - Suggestions for Eating Healthy While Cutting Costs - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2017 from Lisa BakerOften, clients tell me that they can’t ‘afford’ to eat healthy, or to supplement their diet while healing and getting healthy. We always have a long conversation about why that’s not always the case. Many times they sketch out their own lifestyle… soda pop in 2 litre bottles, a large soda ...
Views: 1323(1 vote) - Top 10 Best Places to Eat in Saigon - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2019 from Nguyen Trong HieuHo Chi Minh, one of the most modern cities of Vietnam, has a abundant mix of food all around Vietnam as well as worldwide menus such as French, Chinese, Indian, etc. It is the confluence of Vietnamese food cultures that makes our country shine out around the world. As a results, many visitors ...
Views: 1322(1 vote) - The Paleo Craze - Great Movement Wrong Word - by Submitted on May 06, 2014 from Al SearsThere's a lot of talk about “paleo” right now, and I welcome it. It’s a positive change and it’s a great thing because paleo is so much better for you. Still, I don’t use the word paleo very much. This may be just a nuance, but I prefer to talk about it another way. “Paleo” is a great ...
Views: 1321 - Beets with Fennel Yogurt Sauce - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from George MateljanBeets don't have to take a long time to cook. The fennel and yogurt in this recipe are a great complement to the flavor of beets making it a great addition to your Healthiest Way of Eating. Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes Serves 2-4 Ingredients: • 4 small whole beets, cut into quarters ...
Views: 1320(2 votes) - Mixing is More Important Than Baking in Christmas Cake Recipes - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrHave you ever taken the results of your family’s Christmas cake recipe out of the oven and been disappointed? How can the same recipe created year after year always come out differently? “Why didn’t my cake BAKE correctly?” I’m here to tell you that the problem with most home baking ...
Views: 1320 - 10 Ways Mycook Induction Blender Can Save Your Time in the Kitchen - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Albert MingoWhat makes Mycook a time saving device? Mycook serves its purpose best to you and to everyone who loves to cook. Your traditional way of cooking consumes and eats all your time in the world which left you no more time for other things need to be done. The outdated time of cooking would mean no ...
Views: 1319 - Avoid the Imposters: How to Select Genuine Artisanal Cheese - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from Sara KahnTake a stroll down the aisles of your local supermarket or gourmet food store and you may notice that many foods are labeled "artisan" or "artisanal". You'll find products such as bread, chocolate, cookies, crackers, coffee, flour, gourmet cheese, granola, oils, pasta, salami, salt, spices, and ...
Views: 1319(3 votes) - Paleo Cooking Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks and Desserts - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Gail ColeI have been researching the Paleo Diet for over 3 years. Starting out I thought it would be difficult not eating junk foods, processed food, no wheat and no dairy. What I have discovered is the Paleo Diet is the Now Diet for Taste and Nutrition. Cooking Paleo can be perplexing. How can you give ...
Views: 1318 - Raw Caramel Apple - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from odette worrellThis is a great way to build in a non-guilt dessert and to get some wonderful vitamins and minerals into your body. Only problem will be holding back from eating the whole thing and leaving any for the rest of your family or friends. Ingredients: ¼ cup and 1 tbsp of raw almond butter ¼ ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - Cooking With Steam and Gin Blossoms - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrI’ve said it before, “the Food Network is the MTV of cooking.” MTV used to play music, now they’re entertainment about music. Food Network is entertainment about food. They don’t teach anyone to cook. Last week, I was listening to my favorite band, The Gin Blossoms on my iPod while cooking ...
Views: 1315(8 votes) - How and when to introduce solid foods to your baby? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Luka MalgajWhen you want to give your baby new food, remember to wait at least four days between introducing new products. It will help you to notice if your baby has allergy and on which food. Allergy can lead to diarrhea, bloated tummy, increased gas or to rash. It will take some time for your baby to ...
Views: 1315(1 vote) - Holiday Cranberry Relish - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from George MateljanEnjoy this delicious holiday relish as part of your Healthiest Way of Eating any time of year by serving it along side chicken or turkey. It is also a great source of health-promoting nutrients such as dietary fiber and vitamin C. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: - ...
Views: 1309(3 votes) - Reasons You Should Invest In A Commercial Ice Machine For Your Business - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Eric & Vivian SmithDo you have a business that requires a lot of ice being used in one day? If you do, then you need to know what the reasons are that you want to invest in a commercial ice machine. There are a number of reasons why these ice machines are needed for any business that uses a lot of ice in a day. ...
Views: 1308(2 votes) - 15-Minute Shrimp and Avocado Salad - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from George MateljanThis quick and easy shrimp salad is great tasting and makes it easy for you to receive the healthy benefits of shrimp along with vegetables. It makes a perfect light meal or substantial side salad. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 1 lb cooked medium sized shrimp ...
Views: 1307(3 votes) - Manage Mealtime Mayhem - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Sue BeckerSeveral years ago I saw a sign that said “I have a kitchen because it came with the house” in a client’s home. It’s a relief to know there’s at least one other person besides me who doesn’t like to cook. After all, with the huge number of cooking shows on TV, cooking magazines staring at me in ...
Views: 1305 - The History of Delicious Products like Toblerone - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Jacob CohenOrigin of Toblerone Today, there are a lot of big and small companies in the world dealing with quality and standardize eatables. Kraft Foods was introduced and established first in North America in 1923 by Thomas H. McKinney and his brothers and later on it established its sub-offices in ...
Views: 1303 - Brining Turkey is Better Than Burning Down Your House - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrBrining turkey is my favorite way to prepare my holiday turkey. People’s biggest fear is that their turkey will be dry after cooking it. This is a reasonable fear, because “roasting” is a dry-heat convective cooking process. When roasted, your turkey is cooked indirectly through the use of ...
Views: 1302(1 vote) - The actual Art work associated with Cooking food Grain - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Anudathi ThakurProducing grain completely, so it's the perfect consistency, not really tacky however cosy and never overcooked, is definitely an artwork that also confuses numerous chefs. The arrival associated with cooking food grain along with cleaners or even cookers offers resolved which challenging job ...
Views: 1302 - Raw Foods - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from odette worrellYou can’t help but notice the glow and energy that exudes from people that are healthy. They simply radiate! In a world that is hyper-conscious of aging, weight, and depleted energy, it makes perfect sense that raw food is becoming mainstream. Living foods literally address every aspect of what ...
Views: 1300 - What Are the Great Benefits of Green Power Juicer? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Kenny TanYour daily work may cause you to experience stress and occasional illness. This is particularly true if you do not receive the right nutrients daily. You may take multivitamins each day, but nothing beats the optimum effects of natural vitamins and minerals to your health. You can get ...
Views: 1298(2 votes) - Fettuccine with Spinach Pesto - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from George MateljanWith so many people in love with pasta we decided to create one that will give extra nutrients without taking long to prepare. Using frozen spinach obviously saves you a lot of time. If you happen to have extra time one day feel free to use fresh blanched spinach for optimum flavor. Prep and ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - Bean Soup Cooking Tips - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Angelica FlorinBean soup is an excellent source of protein, and is also a very healthy recipe that you might want to try. This is a delicious dish that you can serve to anyone, especially for vegetarians who need to increase their protein intake. When preparing bean soup, here are some cooking tips that you ...
Views: 1296(1 vote) - Great Cake Recipes from Scratch - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinWhen making cake, you do not necessarily need to use elaborate ingredients. In fact, you can utilize ordinary food items such as fruits, crackers and even candies in preparing the batter. As for the garnishing, you can add in chopped peanuts, some corn flakes, cereals or chocolate chips. By ...
Views: 1296(13 votes) - Sausage and Mushroom Cassoulet - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2013 from John ConradSausage and Mushroom Cassoulet This classic French dish is simple to make and is an ideal winter warmer for the whole family to enjoy. Can be slow cooked or prepared in advance. This recipe would be enough to serve about 4 people. Ingredients: 350g/12oz sausages 110g/4oz chorizo ...
Views: 1296 - Paleo Chicken Recipe, Wine Pairing and Chicken Preparation - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Gail ColeFree Paleo Chicken Recipe paired with your favorite wine. Chicken, turkey and pork pairs well with: Merlot /Chianti/Sangiovese/ Zinfandel. There are countless Paleo Recipes for every occasion Paleo Dinner, Paleo Lunch, and Paleo Dinner. • -Merlot is a soft wine with rich plum-like flavors ...
Views: 1295 - 15-Minute Braised Fennel Salmon - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from George MateljanThis is a great way to enjoy fennel. The flavor of the fennel wonderfully complements the rich taste of salmon for a complete meal that takes only 15 minutes to prepare! Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 1-1/2 lbs salmon fillet, cut into 8 pieces, skin and bones ...
Views: 1294(2 votes) - Cooking Brown Rice Methods – Which do you choose? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrWhen you’re cooking brown rice, does it come out mushy or lumpy? When you follow the brown rice instructions, do you get inconsistent results? Despite what everyone on the internet says, there is more than one way to achieve firm but fluffy results when cooking brown rice. All the brown ...
Views: 1291(1 vote) - Becoming a Socially Conscious Chef - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2013 from Zac ParkerA chef has a fulfilling career preparing exquisite cuisine and delighting customers with signature house specialties. It is a creative career, using knowledge of food qualities and preparation techniques to create a unique menu. In the process of becoming a chef, you will devote hundreds of ...
Views: 1290 - Healthy Kids: How to Successfully Get Your Children to Eat Wholesome Food - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2017 from Rachelle WilberObesity is a concern for every parent as they raise their children. The food temptations in the world are staggering in number, and teaching your kids about the right choices can be daunting. However, there are several tricks to get your children on the right track for a healthy lifestyle. ...
Views: 1290 - Breakfast Made Quick & Easy with Pre-Made Banana Walnut Flax Muffins - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2012 from Cheryl WinterNo time for breakfast? Trying to lose weight? Forget the fast-food drive through. Save time and start-up your engine to increase your metabolism and promote weight loss with a healthy breakfast. Quickly zap in the microwave one of these delicious Banana Walnut Flax Muffins, open a ...
Views: 1289(2 votes) - Cooking: A Guide for the Modern Man - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Ed WalkerIn the beginning man hunted for his food. With nothing but a primitive spear and a razor sharp set of instincts he set off into the wild and brought home the bacon. Or mammoth. Or whatever he could find. As time passed and technology progressed, man’s role as the hunter gatherer became ...
Views: 1287(2 votes) - Home-Made Vegetarian Pasta Recipe - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Aima EddiePasta is one of the traditional Italian cuisines. It is basically a type of noodle which is available in a variety of shapes and sizes in the market. Pasta is now consumed by people all over the world. Preparing pasta at home requires a little effort but not much. One can make it for lunch as ...
Views: 1287(1 vote) - Tomato Dandelion Salad - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from George MateljanLow in calories with great flavor, this combination of young tender dandelion greens and fresh ripe tomatoes is a great summer salad that's quick and easy to prepare. Add goat cheese for extra protein and enjoy! This is an easy salad to make that will complement numerous recipes as a side ...
Views: 1286 - Don’t Leave Shirred Eggs Off Your Menu For Brunch - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrIf you’re writing a menu for brunch, don’t forget Shirred Eggs. They’re extremely simple, can be made well in advance, and make a great table presentation. People love foods in individual serving dishes. In my many years of Catering, I’ve seen the trends come and go, but high visual appeal ...
Views: 1285 - Tasty Vegetarian White Chicken Chili Recipe In 4 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Ebony JohnsonMy husband and I used to work at Ruby Tuesday’s as waiters back in the day when we were in college and probably the most popular item that people would order from their menu, without any suggestion from the servers, would be the White Chicken Chili. My husband used to rave about how great it ...
Views: 1285(2 votes) - 4 Tips For Planning Your BBQ Party - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from Paul YatesPlanning a BBQ party can be hard work and sometimes you’ll be wondering why what seemed like a great idea last weekend when you were full of enthusiasm now appears to be a bit of a chore. Remember the definition of character. Character is what’s left after the enthusiasm for a ...
Views: 1283 - Famous Secret Recipes - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Gail ColeRemember the good old days about 2 or 3 years age? When you could go to one of your favorite restaurants two or three time a week. Now we are in a never ending recession. Discover famous recipes and favorite restaurant recipe replicas. Make famous secret recipes at home and save time and money. ...
Views: 1283(2 votes) - Is the Hidden Soy in Your Foods Contributing to Illness and Poor Health? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.Chocoholics have finally been matched or overtaken by Soyaholics – people who look for soy in every product and sprinkle it over any products that do not contain any. Women eat soy like it is the Holy Grail of food. It has become America's favorite “health” food. Nothing could please the soy ...
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