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- 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: 1257(5 votes) - Easy Family Dinners Are Closer Than Thailand - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrEasy family dinners can come from your own kitchen but have the flavors of far away. I mean that you don’t need to cook like the greatest Italian Chef to make an Italian inspired meal. You don’t need to study in Thailand to use the characteristic flavors in a simple cooking ...
Views: 1147(6 votes) - 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) - The good and bad of coffee - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Vijayjan NairCoffee might taste great and get you going in the morning, but is it good for health? Drinking coffee has become a crucial part of the daily routine of more than 50 percent of Americans, including myself. Based on the recent researches, coffee is not as bad as it was initially thought. ...
Views: 873 - Low Fat Pasta Recipes - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenThere are a lot of easy ways to include pasta in a weight loss diet. It just depends on which variety of pasta you use and how you cook it. Whole meal pastas are a good option if you are nutrition conscious, as this variety of pasta is high in unrefined carbs, minerals and proteins. Here are ...
Views: 680(3 votes) - Commercial Janitorial Cleaning Supplies - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Eric KampelIn almost all commercial settings such as offices, hospitals, educational facilities, nursing homes, government agencies and other businesses, janitorial cleaning supplies are indispensable. Good quality commercial janitorial cleaning products are handy tools for effective cleaning and can help ...
Views: 560 - Civil & structural Engineering Solution - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Kimm smithSeismic Retrofit Fremont is growing and we'd like to find out if you're the kind of professional who can grow with us. If you're attracted to the notion of testing your technical, management, and marketing skills by working on a variety of projects for a diverse base of clients, we want to hear ...
Views: 687(1 vote) - Is Gourmet Cheese the Key to Good Health? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Sara KahnIs Gourmet Cheese the Key to Good Health? It’s 6 weeks into the New Year and I would venture to guess many people have become lax about their new years resolutions to exercise and eat healthier. The gym is less crowded than it was a month ago and Valentine’s Day reintroduced us all to ...
Views: 1611(6 votes) - Secrets to a Perfect Fried Chicken - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Trent VaughnA basket or a bucket of fried chicken is ideal for picnics and kiddie parties. It tastes good and so easy to eat with your hands, so using utensils is just an option. We are fond of buying a bunch at our favorite fastfood stores and we often wonder how these pieces become so crunchy. We have ...
Views: 723 - Taking Responsibility To Lose Weight Is As Easy As 1, 2, 3 - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Gwen RousseauHow many times do you see or hear commercials advertising the "Latest Way to Loose Weight WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING"!!! Each time I hear these advertisements I don't know if I should laugh or cry. There is only one way to lose weight and it is simple...Burn more calories than you consume. That ...
Views: 1104(2 votes) - Gourmet Gift Idea That Is Appropriate For All Celebrations - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from David BennetIt's a common practice for everybody to give gifts whenever there are special events and occasions. Oftentimes, we tend to give presents that can easily be bought in gift shops or malls. There is a great chance that our present is similar to another's and that would really be embarrassing. We ...
Views: 890(1 vote) - High Protein Low Fat Diets Can Be Healthy - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Popa WoolseyA high protein, low fat diet can be healthy for many people helping them to lose weight and feeling better over all. The problem is the moment most people hear the term high protein diet they automatically assume that the person is talking about one of those fad diets in which the person is ...
Views: 2582(2 votes) - Competition BBQ Secrets Here - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Dan ThompsonFrom: Bill Anderson Chatham Artillery BBQ Team Dear Friend: I remember when I first sunk my teeth into a "competition quality", slow smoked rib... I could not believe what I was tasting! Tender, juicy, rib meat that just melted in my mouth and exploded with flavor. I ...
Views: 736 - Arranging a Great Barbecue Party with Good Recipes - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Vijayjan NairAre you planning a barbecue party and do not know exactly what to make? If this is the case, then here is the solution. Advance planning is very important when you are planning to host a successful party. The two very important factors without which your barbeque party cannot be successful ...
Views: 1121 - Meatless Recipe - Discover How To prepare This Delicious Cajun Red Beans and Rice Dish - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Ebony JohnsonAs a vegetarian, meals that you need to consume to ensure you have a healthy vegetarian diet, may become boring and bland if you don't know what to do with them. Take beans for instance. Beans really are a great source of protein and are a low fat food, but if you do not have very good recipes ...
Views: 747 - Cut your Cooking Time in Half with the Chef Basket - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Christian LambrechtDon’t you love kitchen gadgets that save you time and energy in the kitchen? Some appear too good to be true, but the 12-in-1 Chef Basket does a dozen tasks just by virtue of its ingenious design. This new kitchen tool is a colander, a steamer, a fry basket and a serving dish. It can be used ...
Views: 744(2 votes) - Choose The Best Presents, Choose Gourmet Gifts - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from David BennetOnce in our life, there comes a time when we have to buy or give a present for those who are dear to us for a special occasion. Most of the time our problem comes in when we don't have any idea what to give them that they will surely appreciate. There are many factors to consider what to buy or ...
Views: 823 - Chinese Cooking - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Rubel ZamanChinese food is probably one of the most widely eaten foods in the world, not just in China, where the 1.3 billion population would make it so, but also in the Western world too. Chinese restaurants are everywhere, and there is a Chinatown in most big cities. If you fancy emulating some of ...
Views: 707 - Healthy Juice Recipes for Kids - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Vijayjan NairIn today's hectic schedule, the most common problem will all the parents are that whether their kids are receiving the appropriate nutrition or not. Kids always run away from the healthy fruits and vegetables and thus becomes difficult to offer them balanced nutrition. If you are also ...
Views: 1650 - Chocolate cake - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from jim bradChocolate cake with citrus fruits Ingredients for the dough (for 2 cakes): ½ cup (110 g) butter, softened ½ cup sugar (100 g) 2 cups (230 grams) all-purpose flour 1 egg 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa Ingredients for filling of citrus fruits 2 cups (440 g) granulated sugar 4 ...
Views: 530 - A Quick Dinner Recipe Frees You From the Kitchen Faster - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrStir Fry is the best way to create your own quick dinner recipe using ingredients you have on hand. It’s also a great way to create healthy meals using fresh ingredients and free yourself from the kitchen faster than following a written recipe would ever allow. In the video that accompanies ...
Views: 1242(17 votes) - A Quick Dinner Recipe Frees You From the Kitchen Faster - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrStir Fry is the best way to create your own quick dinner recipe using ingredients you have on hand. It’s also a great way to create healthy meals using fresh ingredients and free yourself from the kitchen faster than following a written recipe would ever allow. In the video that accompanies ...
Views: 1163(10 votes) - Who Else Wants To Know How To Juice Wheatgrass? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Goran KenigThe topic of how to juice wheatgrass is a very popular one and there are countless articles and products available to make your life easier when it comes to squeezing juice out of this wondrous plant. Wheatgrass is definitely not a fad, its popularity is gaining momentum every day since more ...
Views: 623 - Deciding Upon The Appropriate Cooking Oil - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Arthur BonsonAs you can find so many different cooking oils on the market today, it'll be a daunting job to pick out the one that is appropriate for the dish. The tips given in this write-up will allow you to choose which cooking oil is right in your case. The lengthy list of cooking oils out there ...
Views: 530 - What Is A Solar Oven? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Douglas HooverI saw my first solar oven a year ago. My first reaction was amazement and general disbelief that a box with attached shiny reflectors could capture enough sunshine to develop a cooking temperature of 350 degrees inside the 19 inch square box and maintain it all day long by simply shifting its ...
Views: 885 - The Golden Rules of Party Planning from the Heart - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2011 from Shelby PhillipsThink of a party as a gift from your heart that shows your guests how important they are to you. When planning a gathering, there are six golden rules to use for creating a memorable and fun event: (1) Carry out your theme in everything you do. (2) Make your invitations inviting. (3) ...
Views: 1396(4 votes) - Vegetarian Indian Samosa Recipe - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Vijayjan NairSamosa is a very popular snack item in Indian and South Asia as well. But one can find samosa in different variations in other parts of world too. Basically, the samosa is a stuffed pastry which is either oven baked or deep fried. The fillings are usually made with boiled potatoes, peas, onions ...
Views: 1702 - Spice Up Your Day With Custom Coffee Mugs - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Amin RamjeeThat basic-looking mug on your office counter is so conventional and uninteresting. Give it a little alteration and make it lively and standout whether you're walking along a jammed street going to work or on your office desk. It may sound intricate but it really isn't. Drafting your own custom ...
Views: 564 - The Different Types of Travel Mugs - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Amin RamjeeWhen you're on the go, especially in the mornings, owning a travel mug is definitely a nice item to have. Not only are they convenient but they can save you a lot of time, money, and frustration. Who wants to have to stop during their commute to work to find a local coffee shop? Not only does ...
Views: 846 - 10 Romantic Dinner Ideas From a Chef Who Loves His Wife - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrIt’s easy for me to share 10 romantic dinner ideas with you, because I cook this way almost every night. I only cook what I’m inspired to create, and my wife, Heather has always been the muse behind my creativity, from culinary college until today. The most romantic meals have three ...
Views: 1441(13 votes) - 10 Romantic Dinner Ideas From a Chef Who Loves His Wife - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrIt’s easy for me to share 10 romantic dinner ideas with you, because I cook this way almost every night. I only cook what I’m inspired to create, and my wife, Heather has always been the muse behind my creativity, from culinary college until today. The most romantic meals have three ...
Views: 1913(16 votes) - Ethnic Profiling Is The Key to Cooking With Spices - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrCooking with spices is an aspect of cooking that frustrates many people. The questions I receive all highlight a confusion over which spices to buy, how to use them, and how much of them to use. All of those questions can be answered with a simple change in thinking. Use ethnic ...
Views: 1265(7 votes) - Ethnic Profiling Is The Key to Cooking With Spices - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrCooking with spices is an aspect of cooking that frustrates many people. The questions I receive all highlight a confusion over which spices to buy, how to use them, and how much of them to use. All of those questions can be answered with a simple change in thinking. Use ethnic ...
Views: 1281(5 votes) - Krueger Coffee Maker Lobby - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Willaim NeuderThen men and women began making an attempt to locate the best espresso makers out there. Basically just because they required to get that exceptional brew in their own home every time they felt the urge. What kind of espresso maker is in your particular counter major? You will find a great deal ...
Views: 1073 - Is Alcohol Good for Health? - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2011 from Vijayjan NairIs it feasible to consume alcohol and be healthy? Alcohol is considered to be healthy as well as harmful too for your health. It actually depends the quantity of alcohol you are drinking. In accordance to many research, moderate amount of alcohol is quite beneficial for your health. Reasearch ...
Views: 927 - The Various Types as well as Classification of Wine - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Vijayjan NairWine is certainly one of the preferred, stylish and classiest alcoholic drinks that are equally loved by everyone worldwide. Usually made by fermenting of grapes, Wine has also a wide range of other fruits in it. The addition of different fruits also helps in improving and enhancing the taste of ...
Views: 934 - Six Varieties of Leafy Green Vegetables All Cooks Must Know - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Arthur BonsonToo many establishments seem to be ignorant that there are more leafy green vegetables than just standard iceberg lettuce. Whenever you go to a fastfood restaurant or some other low-cost food establishment, you're seldom likely to discover any variation. And unfortunately, the regular kinds of ...
Views: 557 - Fortune Cookie Suppliers in the US - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Tony JoelIt is a boom time for Fortune cookie suppliers. Today, crisp and crunchy Fortune cookies are served as dessert not only in Chinese restaurants and take-outs, but also on special occasions, and birthday and wedding parties. Manufacturers and suppliers in the United States focus on providing fresh ...
Views: 676 - Vitamix Review – Vitamix Reviews and Opinions - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Greg BubpWith the overwhelming popularity of this powerful blender, it’s not surprising that there are so many positive Vitamix reviews being shared each and every day. The Vitamix 5200 has literally revolutionized the way people think of blenders, and over the years it has become a staple appliance in ...
Views: 595 - Vitamix Review – Vitamix Reviews and Opinions - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Greg BubpWith the overwhelming popularity of this powerful blender, it’s not surprising that there are so many positive Vitamix reviews being shared each and every day. The Vitamix 5200 has literally revolutionized the way people think of blenders, and over the years it has become a staple appliance in ...
Views: 613(1 vote) - The Tale Of A Fantastic Dessert - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from James D HuntIt's widely believed that banoffee pie was created in 1972 in a restaurant called The Hungry Monk. It's the invention of the restaurant owner Nigel Mackenzie and his chef Ian Dowding. Dowding came up initially with the idea after coming across an American dessert called "Blum's Coffee Toffee ...
Views: 560 - Organic Food and Why It Is So High-Priced - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Arthur BonsonMany people hear about natural farming, but they aren't sure what it implies and sometimes question what can make food organic and why it is more costly than other options. They might be shocked by the typically bigger cost of organic foods and may come to the conclusion that their perceived ...
Views: 580 - Buying Bread Machines For Easy Home Made Healthier Bread - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Cristopher PadilloA bread machine is really a household kitchen appliance that has completely changed the process of producing breads. First produced in 1986 in Japan, breadmaker ever since then moved its way to homes across the nation and Great Britain. By means of a breadmaker, automatic baking has fast become ...
Views: 741 - How to Make Cherry Juice - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Duane ThomasThe Montmorency selection of the red cherry family is incredibly delicate. This is the reason you possibly won't come across fresh Montmorency sour cherries in the produce section of your local store. The majority of the Montmorency tart cherries are utilized as ingredients in recipes which ...
Views: 1057 - Tips On How To Keep Bananas Fresh and Forestall Them From Going Brown - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Arthur BonsonBananas are an affordable, delectable fruit that delivers not just good flavor and value but additionally offers a great number of excellent health rewards for instance being a great source of potassium, which helps to control blood pressure (and of course prevent agonizing muscle cramps) and ...
Views: 892 - Fortune Cookies for Chinese Restaurants - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Thomas YoungFortune cookies are the favorite choice of many customers and so restaurants frequently have to stock them in sufficient quantity. Most leading online distributors of restaurant supplies offer Fortune cookies at a competitive price to help Chinese restaurants easily meet customer demand. A ...
Views: 677 - Try Some Healthful Low Fat Alcoholic Drinks - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Vijayjan NairAlcohol is vital focal point of the many societal situations. Whether it's birthdays, weddings or simply an evening out with your mates, alcohol is very expected to be involved. Sadly, alcohol includes 7 calories per gram (g) so if you aren't vigilant it can lead to rapid weight gain. Therefore, ...
Views: 929 - Catering Equipments - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Christina XioRunning a business organization competently is not that easy job for any person. It may become difficult to gain wanted amount of money of in business without using proper strategies. Some important matters while starting a business you require to keep in your mind. There is a great idea about ...
Views: 4332 - Gas BBQs And Selecting The Correct Gas And Regulator - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Plumb WorldGas BBQ - Choosing the precise Gas Type and Regulator Uncertain which Calor gas you should be employing for your equipment? Calor Gas is convenient, instantly controllable, clean and simple to supply, store and use. For gas barbeques under 10kW Patio GasTM 5Kg is propane that is ...
Views: 876 - Picking Out Prime Meat for a Pot-Roast - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Arthur BonsonThe piece of meat you obtain to utilize in your roast could be as crucial to the end result of the meal as the recipe and cooking time. Understanding where the distinct cuts of meat come from and what makes them distinct in quality and taste will allow you to choose the correct recipe and ...
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