Easy Dinner Recipes

A Whole Foods Recipe - Easy to Make and Healthy to Eat Corn & Quinoa Risotto

2010-06-09T10:00:00.001-07:00

Risotto is one of those super yummy restaurant comfort-food dishes a lot of people love to order and love to eat but are far too intimidated by to ever attempt to cook at home. I think it's the warnings about how risotto has to be stirred constantly and hovered over that turns people off, which by the way is not entirely accurate; you can't just fix it and forget it, but you also don't need to slave over it either. I'm not an expert risotto maker, but my recipe below is definitely not slaved-driving!

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Gluten Free Recipes - Some Great Meal Ideas For You

2010-06-02T10:00:00.001-07:00

If you have issues with allowing gluten in your diet, you might be pleased to know that there are a number of gluten free recipes out there for you to try. Some of them are tastier than others, so you might have to experiment to find some that you like. Nevertheless, there are tons of delicious flavor combinations out there that have nothing to do with gluten whatsoever. You can use these to develop your own recipes, but some of the ones in here may provide a good foundation for you. Feel free to get as creative as you want from here.

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How Hot Can You Handle Your Curry? Test it Out Tonight

2010-05-26T10:00:00.001-07:00

The thought of making prawns curry may leave you a little intimidated because many of the ingredients may not just be sitting in your pantry, or maybe you have tried it before and it didn't come out like in your favorite Indian restaurant. The good news is there are tons of online resources to help you cook a stellar curry, right now, right in your kitchen.

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Rhubarb Lamb Rub Jelly

2010-05-17T08:00:00.001-07:00

Every Easter my grandfather would make his lamb and without failure he would coat it with mint jelly. Needless to say I grew to dislike mint jelly greatly. As an adult I figured it was high time to come up with something a bit different then that which my grandfather used so I now use a Rhubarb jelly to do what the mint jelly did previously.

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Economical Meal of Turkey & Rice Casserole and Make Ahead Frozen Salad

2010-05-13T08:00:00.001-07:00

As we all try to cut back on spending, casseroles are a good way to go. This Turkey-Rice Casserole has meat, grain, vegetable, and cheese for dairy all in one inexpensive dish. It is also a good way to use up leftover turkey or chicken which works just as well as the turkey. The frozen salad adds fruit and doubles as both a dessert and salad.

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Citrus All Year Round

2010-05-10T08:00:00.001-07:00

I like to garbage garden as I call it. I will take sees that one would normally toss into the trash and plant them. The majority of the time I have a certain degree of success in growing these plants. One of them that I usually do very well with is lemons and oranges. Most citrus fruits are similar to what I am about to say.

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Golden Granola

2010-05-06T08:00:00.001-07:00

Have you ever been interested in making your own granola and quit buying store bought cereal? Typically you can but the ingredients in bulk and save money. Making your own granola also gives you the added benefit of knowing exactly what is in your morning breakfast cereal bowl. I have some tips on how to prepare granola if your are interested in making granola for yourself.

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Galatopita - Milk Pie - Greek Food Recipe Video

2010-05-03T08:00:00.001-07:00

As far as Greek desserts go, this has to be one of my favourites. It is a really simple dessert to make, and tastes great. I posted the original recipe in March, and it has generated numerous email responses from people thanking me for sharing it. I decided to publish it as a video recipe as I wanted to underline the simplicity of making this pie.

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Christmas Lamb Dinner & Capon Recipe - Succulent & Tastier Than Traditionally Dry Turkey

2010-04-29T08:00:00.001-07:00

Why is Christmas dinner causing problems for you and your family if you don`t like turkey. Okay, and yes Turkey is a traditional meat eaten on Christmas day however, it does not mean you have to force feed yourself and others to eat something not pleasing to the palette. Christmas Dinner is about tasty food that is acceptable for those sat round the dinner table.

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Fresh Seafood Combo Meals Are a Great Money Saver

2010-04-26T08:00:00.001-07:00

When you love fresh fish, you're likely to love all kinds of it. That's why a fresh seafood combo meal is such a great deal. You'll be able to either get two, three, four or five or your favorite types of seafood, or try something totally new. It's a great way to share your love of cooking seafood with friends and family, without breaking your budget.

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Cooking With Chicken - Making the Most of a Versatile Meat

2010-04-22T08:00:00.001-07:00

Chicken is perhaps one of the most versatile meats available to the cook. Partly because chickens grow quickly but also because chicken meat, if cooked properly, remains tender and succulent during the cooking process. Chicken also lends itself to a vast array of cooking methods from stewing to roasting. Here you will learn a little about chickens and chicken meats along with two classic chicken recipes.

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Preparation of Taco Salad

2010-04-19T08:00:00.001-07:00

The holidays is coming and yet everyone is still in working mode. It is time to plan out where you want to spend your holidays and the food you want to serve out to your family and friends. Yes, as early as now, it would be best to plan and get things in perspective. Doing things in a rush will just spoil the fun and excitement.

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Oats Kuzhipaniaram, Mukani Halwa and Carrot Payasam

2010-04-15T08:00:00.001-07:00

Oats have been around for centuries & a bowl of porridge has always been considered a satisfying breakfast in the West. The craze has also caught up here not only because it is the best source of soluble fibre. Carrots are excellent for the eyes. Carrots contain large quantities of vitamin A, in the form of beta carotene. Fruits are good for health and rich in minerals.

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Candy Corn Cake

2010-04-12T08:00:00.001-07:00

October is right around the corner & thoughts have already turned to Halloween! While most are getting creative with costumes, many vegans are figuring out what candies they can eat! Packaged candy corn cake at your local store typically is packed with animal products like gelatin, egg whites, & beeswax, so members of the PPK were missing this sugary little tradition in their lives. Well, miss no more!

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Aussie BBQ Recipes - Steak With Herb Butter

2010-04-08T08:00:00.001-07:00

The main sauce in this delicious recipe is a lovely thing called herb butter, which is also very easy to make. Some herb butter is a very handy thing to have in the fridge or freezer as it keeps well and has many versatile uses. It jazzes up a plain piece of steak, or fish or bland chicken, whether you barbecue, grill or pan fry them.

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Food in Jamaica

2010-04-05T08:00:00.001-07:00

The island nation of Jamaica lies in the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean Sea. The country, which is the most populous English-speaking island in the Caribbean, was a British colony for over 300 years (from 1655 to 1962). Today, Jamaica is known for its contributions to music (such as ska and reggae) and literature, for being the place where the Rastafarian movement was founded, and for its unique cuisine.

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Barbecue Picnic Recipes

2010-04-01T08:00:00.001-07:00

We have a feeling there will be a lot of barbecuing going on in the next few weeks to celebrate Father's Day and the 4th of July. What better inspiration for the perfect outdoor meal plan? This month, Sophia presents recipes that will not only honor the man in your life on Father's Day, but would also please your guests for a 4th of July party!

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Green Tea Baked Gnocchi Bolognese

2010-03-29T08:00:00.001-07:00

Start by chopping the basil leaves into thin strips. Leave aside 4 nice small sprigs as a garnish. To boil the gnocchi, bring a large pan of water up to boiling point, add some sea salt and tip in the gnocchi. Cook them for about 3 minutes: as soon as they rise to the surface of the water, take them out into a bowl, using a draining spoon.

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Cheddar's Secret Restaurant Recipes You Can Make at Home - World Famous Boneless Fried Chicken

2010-03-25T08:00:00.001-07:00

If you like chicken, you will love this Cheddar's secret restaurant recipes for their world famous boneless fried chicken. After eating at a Cheddar's, I had to find a Cheddar's copycat recipe so I could eat this at home. So here is one of the Cheddar's secret restaurant recipes I found for boneless fried chicken. This the best Cheddar's secret restaurant recipes I have found anywhere.

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My Chinese Recipes - How to Make Apple Toffee

2010-03-22T08:00:00.001-07:00

I would like to introduce a Chinese dessert made with apple - Apple Toffee. Everybody knows apples are good to our health. We can buy apples easily in the market or fruit stores throughout the year. Besides, all other ingredients of this Apple Toffee are also common that you may even already have them in your kitchen. Therefore, you can try this Apple Toffee any time at home.

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Subway Tuna Recipe - What Are the Main Ingredients?

2010-03-18T08:00:00.001-07:00

If you're looking for an easy-to-make subway tuna recipe, then this article was written for you. Specifically, we're going to talk about what it is, the main ingredients you'll need, and how to put it all together. By the time you have finished reading this article, you'll be well on your way to creating your own delicious tuna subway recipe from the comfort of your own home!

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Gourmet Gifts For Foodies

2010-03-15T08:00:00.001-07:00

The gourmands in your life will appreciate the delicious ways you express yourself in the kitchen. Any one of these recipes will make a lovely hostess gift or a special occasion gift. These recipes are simple and easy to follow and have a real "WOW" presentation. Place them in a basket with colorful cloth napkins, a bottle of red wine and a fresh baguette of French bread.

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Pizzeria Pizza Secret Recipes - Four Ways to Find the Pizzeria Shops' Closely Guarded Secret Recipes

2010-03-11T07:00:00.001-08:00

The Pizzerias specialize in the art of making delicious pizza. There are literally thousands of Pizzeria shops all over the world that have one priority, and that is to make the most mouth-watering, delicious pizza creations that will keep you the customer always coming back for more. You can also learn how to turn your kitchen into a Pizzeria making the most delicious pizza in your neighborhood.

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Chili's Chocolate Chip Paradise Pie Recipe - Get Ready to Bliss Out!

2010-03-08T07:00:00.001-08:00

Your first bite of this insanely yummy Chili's Chocolate Chip Paradise Pie recipe is going to make you feel like a kid again. All the wonderful textures, flavors, and temperatures will make you giddy with delight. And you can be absolutely certain that anyone else who is fortunate enough to try your homemade Paradise Pie is going to have a similar reaction. It's almost impossible not to!

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Low Carb Snack Idea

2010-03-04T07:00:00.001-08:00

Contrary to what most people say, carbohydrate is an important nutrient for us; and it is very essential for the proper functioning of your body. However, excess carbohydrate intake is not good for health. Carbohydrate is a nutrition, which is the biggest nightmare for any guy, who is engaged in a weight loss program. However, however hard you might try- carbohydrate would finally creep inside your diet.

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Quick Hamburger Recipes

2010-03-01T07:00:00.001-08:00

If you are like most working women today, you need some ideas for easy and fast dinners that taste great and are not too complicated. Well, one of the best ingredients to have on hand for such times is ground beef of whatever sort you like best. I like the ones that have very little fat in them but which ever kind you like best is fine.

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Thai Recipes-Lobster Fried Rice and Pineapple Fried Rice

2010-02-25T07:00:00.001-08:00

Lobster Fried Rice Serving size: 3 Ingredients 2 cups of lobster meat from steamed lobster 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon garlic, mined 1 onion thinly chopped 2 eggs 3 cups steamed white rice 3 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce 3 green onions, finely chopped 1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Heat olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over a high heat. Add garlic, onion and stir-fry until fragrant, about a minute. Add egg and stir until almost set but ...

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Another Great Picnic Menu

2010-02-22T07:00:00.001-08:00

So, you've decided to try and save some money this year by spending more time outdoors and less time in expensive restaurants. Well we're doing the same thing so this weekend, if the weather permits, we're going on our second picnic of the season. Are you interested in the recipes for the food that will be in our wicker picnic basket on Saturday? Well, here they are.

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Quick and Easy Party Appetizers

2010-02-18T07:00:00.001-08:00

Here's three great recipes for any party. Easy Pigs in a Blanket- Great for kids and adults! 1 can crescent rolls 1/2 package lil smokies(regular or cheese filled). Roll out crescent roll dough cut into small strips and wrap around lil smokie. Place on a greased baking sheet. Cook as directed on roll package. Can be placed in a crock pot on low to keep warm while serving.

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How to Make Kefir

2010-02-15T07:00:00.001-08:00

A how-to guide on making this ancient delicacy. This quick and dirty guide to kefir will yield wonderful results each time. Culturing dairy has been a tradition for many generations. Only after the increased industrialization of society was there a drop in their usage. Commonly known cultured products are cheese and yogurt, but there have been many other types of cultured dairy: kefir is one of them.

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A Recipe and Brief History of Bangers and Mash

2010-02-11T07:00:00.001-08:00

Bangers and mash has been a staple of British cuisine for centuries. Bangers (sausages) can be made from either pork or beef and the seasonings used vary depending on the region and the particular recipe. No matter what spices are used, bangers and mash is one of the United Kingdom's most popular meals and is universally loved for its great taste, cheap price, and ease of preparation.

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Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

2010-02-08T07:00:00.001-08:00

The Cajun gumbo I make has no tomato products at all. There are a lot of tasty meals that people call gumbo, but the real Cajun gumbo does not add tomato paste nor tomatoes. Real Cajun gumbo cannot be rushed. It takes several hours of cooking and stirring if you want to get the rich flavor of South Louisiana. You're going to like this receipt, I "guarantee"!

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Fried Goat Cheese Mashed Between Toasted Bread

2010-02-04T07:00:00.001-08:00

Before you pass this recipe off, read on a bit longer. Maybe I can convince you to try this appetizer or at least a goat milk product. I'm not hear to stand on my soap-box and tell you that you need to own a pet goat or even go on the "All Goat Diet." I'm just hear to pass along a flavorful recipe with some useful information.

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Dr Oz's Recipe For Colon Cleanse - Home Made Recipes From Dr Oz For Colon Cleansing

2010-02-01T07:00:00.001-08:00

Famous heart surgeon Dr. Oz is featuring on the Oprah show in her Best Life series. The show these days is laying great stress on various health issues, mainly weight loss. The experts on the show are strongly in favor of the 2 way process towards weight reduction: colon cleansing & acai berry diet. The other experts on the show include dermatologist Dr. Perricone & Winfrey's personal trainer Bob Greene.

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Homemade Gift-in-a-Jar Recipes Are a Thoughtful, Tasty and Economical Twist to Holiday Gift-Giving

2010-01-28T07:00:00.001-08:00

Homemade jar recipes with beautifully layered ingredients topped with a flourish are a thoughtful and economical way to treat friends, coworkers, neighbors or teachers to the flavors of the season. And making them is easy and fun - especially if you get the kids involved. Jar recipes for everything from cookies to soups to hot drink mixes can be found on the internet and even in some cookbooks.

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Medieval Foods and Recipes

2010-01-25T07:00:00.001-08:00

The typical idea of Medieval foods is a mix of bland gruels and lots of root vegetables. However, the Medieval age is a very long period, extending from the fifth to the sixteenth centuries. It's when the first true cookbooks began to appear and when spices came to be commonly used to flavour foods. Here you will learn a little more about the foods of this age.

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5 'Magic' Ingredients That Will Transform a Boring Ready Made Curry Sauce Into a Great One!

2010-01-21T07:00:00.001-08:00

There are plenty of products on the market that can take the 'hassle' out of making a curry. Jars and tins of ready made sauces can be found everywhere as well as curry powders and pastes, dry sauce sachets etc. Most people who use these shortcuts must agree that they can produce an acceptable curry, but bear little resemblance to the curries served up in Indian restaurants.

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Panini Grill Sandwich Recipes

2010-01-18T07:00:00.001-08:00

You do not have to have a specialty panini sandwich maker to make great and authentic tasting panini grill sandwiches; you can make them on your outdoor gas or charcoal grill or indoors with your George Foreman grill or even on a griddle or in a skillet. The secret to making a great panini is a bit of pressure while cooking and your panini grill sandwich recipes.

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Red Guava Ice Cream, a Healthy Tropical Beverage

2010-01-14T07:00:00.001-08:00

Red guava (Psidium guajava) is one of the tropical fruits. It has highest amount of vitamin C among other fruits; 3 times higher than orange, 10 times higher than papaya, and 30 times higher than banana. Red guava ice cream combines a lot of red guava's benefits with its great taste. To make red guava ice cream, you do not have to prepare an ice maker, a freezer is enough.

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Easy Insalata Caprese

2010-01-11T07:00:00.001-08:00

It's tomato time! If you're a gardener, you might be wondering what you can do with all those luscious tomatoes growing in your backyard right now besides give bags and bags of them to your friends and neighbors. One of the easiest, yet most delicious, dishes to enjoy at the height of Summer, when tomatoes are plentiful, is Insalata Caprese (named for the Island of Capri, Italy).

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Dry Rubs For BBQ Ribs

2010-01-07T07:00:00.001-08:00

There is only one thing BBQ aficionados will agree on: BBQ is king, but no 2 fans will agree on the ingredients or even the process. In the South, especially South Carolina, the barbeque is not what you do to the meat it is all about the meat. And that meat has to be pork. Any other meat can be barbecued or grilled, but it cannot be barbecue.

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Authentic Jerk Chicken

2010-01-04T07:00:00.001-08:00

Although the national dish of Jamaica is saltfish (salted cod) and ackee (a type of fruit), perhaps the most famous of the country's dishes are jerk dishes such as jerk chicken. In Jamaica in fact, the traditional meats for cooking dishes are pork or goat, but in country itself as well as overseas, many people now enjoy other jerk dishes such as jerk chicken or jerk fish.

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Pineapple and Coconut Fritters - Perfect Tropical Party Food

2009-12-28T07:00:00.001-08:00

When throwing a tropical themed party such as a Hawaiian Luau, a Samoan Fia Fia, or just a humble Beach Party or Watermelon Bust, nothing says tropical more than pineapples and coconuts, sweet and juicy fresh and raw, but even juicier when warm and crunchy. The following recipe calls for shallow frying, but if you're out in the open, you could also just throw them on the barbeque.

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Burrito Recipes - Two Delicious Mexican Dinner Suggestions

2009-12-24T07:00:00.001-08:00

Learn how to cook delicious chicken green chili burritos and vegetarian pinto bean burritos. Just like tacos, a burrito is a tortilla wrapped around a filling, but there are some differences. In a burrito, the filling is fully enclosed in the tortilla which is made of wheat flour and larger than those used to make a taco. Also the filling of a tortilla commonly includes beans and rice.

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Untraditional Vegetarian Lasagna Recipes

2009-12-21T07:00:00.000-08:00

When you think of traditional lasagna, you probably think of a dish of layered pasta, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, and a hearty meat sauce. Or, maybe you think of it as a dish of traditional vegetarian pasta with spinach taking over the place of the meat sauce. However, you can spice things up with some variations to vegetarian lasagna recipes that you'll return to again and again.

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Coffee Cake Recipes

2009-12-17T07:00:00.001-08:00

Mention coffee cake and images of Grandma's house sitting around the table with a fresh baked streusel cake and lots of family chatter. It's doubtful that many of the cakes considered coffee cake today actually contain coffee. Some recipes do and some don't. Many consider a crumb cake served with coffee a coffee cake while others insist that the recipe contain coffee to be considered a coffee cake.

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How to Grill Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers

2009-12-14T07:00:00.001-08:00

As springtime nears, the weather warms up and the birds begin to sing...it is time to be thinking about breaking out the old charcoal or gas grill. Backyard chefs from Vermont to Georgia are looking for special dishes to serve their guests. With that in mind you might be interested and ready to try something in addition to the normal hamburger or hot dogs you normally serve.

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Quick and Easy Pizza Recipes

2009-12-10T07:00:00.001-08:00

Who has not eaten a pizza? Living in the US, you surely have but did you ever wonder how it is made? Well there are quick and easy recipes that you can make. The only way you can do it is by having the right ingredients and equipment. There are 5 basic things that make up a pizza namely the dough, tomato paste, cheese, the toppings and olive oil.

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The Best Boneless Buffalo Wings

2009-12-07T07:00:00.001-08:00

Buffalo Wings have become an extremely popular appetizer here in the US. They are usually ordered mild, medium, or hot. People have different thresholds for heat, and there are some that enjoy pushing the boundaries to the point of tears and profuse sweating. You will still get to test yourself with this recipe only you won't have any bones to get in the way of complete wing heaven.

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No Paparazzi Peas! Pea Soup Recipe

2009-12-03T07:00:00.001-08:00

Here's my take on vegan pea soup. I love fresh pea soup. But that is tricky to find in the winter. I also love dried split pea soup. But for nutrient-sake, I love using frozen whole peas. Frozen veggies retain a very high amount of nutrients and taste. Buy a higher end brand of organic peas at Whole Foods for your best bet on taste. Here it is:

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Easy Does it Christmas Recipes

2009-11-30T07:00:00.001-08:00

Since both my husband and I have family to see at Christmas time, we spend time with his family at our house on Christmas Eve and my family at their house on Christmas day. Since my mom always makes a big beautiful dinner and we have so much going on at the time, I usually make a snack buffet table for the Christmas Eve celebration at our house.

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Two Baked Fish Recipes - Elegant and Easy

2009-11-26T07:00:00.001-08:00

Try these easy baked fish recipes for a very quick, yet elegant dinner. These fish recipes go together in a matter of minutes and because they are baked, rather than fried, your house will not end up smelling like a fish farm. With these simple French ideas for presentation, you can add just the hint of sophistication needed to elevate your meal from the ordinary to the memorable.

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Roasted Beef Ribs in Maple-Barbeque Sauce

2009-11-23T07:00:00.001-08:00

You can use "Texas beef ribs" in this recipe. Plan on letting the ribs marinate for 48 hours and serve with coleslaw, corn bread, and plenty of ice-cold beer. But the ribs will still be delicious if they marinate for only 8 hours. This barbecue sauce can be as mild or as spicy as you like; add hot pepper sauce accordingly. It also works well with pork, chicken, or shrimp.

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Recipes For Candy Kids Can Make

2009-11-19T07:00:00.001-08:00

Kids do love eating sweets and often, they will buy candies out on the store spending couple of quarters for sweets. For moms who have kids, you can teach your kids making candy and for sure it can create a bonding for you too. There are recipes for candy kids can make which are available. The process is simple and the end result is tastier and healthier too.

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Sweet Potato Gold Mine Muffins

2009-11-16T07:00:00.001-08:00

These muffins have a real story to them. It all began 5 years ago when I decided to be a food vendor at an outdoor festival in Atlanta, GA. I apparently did not know my market as well as I thought I did. Needless to say I was left with a huge debt and 40lbs. of sweet potatoes. I thought it was the worst thing that could ever happen to me.

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Aunt Jemima's Maple Syrup Copycat Recipe

2009-11-12T07:00:00.001-08:00

Aunt Jemima's Maple Syrup is one of the most popular condiments in North America. Many people say that it is unique among syrups, and that the taste has not been matched by any other brand. However, what if you could replicate the same flavor in your own kitchen? This article encourages you to cook restaurant quality meals at home, and gives you a great Aunt Jemima's Maple Syrup copycat recipe.

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Quick Mac-N-Cheese and Ham Your Kids Will Love

2009-11-09T07:00:00.001-08:00

OK you are sitting at home one day when unexpectedly your two only boys come to visit you. The oldest is now 21 and the youngest is 17 the four of you sit and visit for a while and it is lunchtime before you know it. However, you do not have any thing laid out or thawed and you have two hungry boys on your hand. Your husbands' tummy and yours is grumbling as well.

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5 Ingredients Or Less - Stove Top Vegetable Side Dish Recipes

2009-11-05T07:00:00.001-08:00

As a busy mother and wife, I often look for simple recipes to serve my family for dinner and these stove-top vegetable dishes, fill that need. What I really like about these recipes is that they are easy to prepare and take less than 5 ingredients to make. You can make them all year long, however...we enjoy them in the summer time because I don't need to heat up my oven to make them.

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Relief For Nursing Moms on Allergy Restriction Diets - Ditch Bland Fare For Tasty Food and Recipes

2009-11-02T07:00:00.001-08:00

It's not easy being a mom, especially one with a newborn who has an allergy to--or is suspected of having an allergy to--something in your diet that ends up in your breastmilk. You eliminate the suspected foods from your diet, and now you're probably wondering, "What the heck CAN I eat?" Look no further. In this article you will find delicious food ideas and scrumptious, easy recipes that will make eating a pleasure once more.

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Edinburgh Rock - A True Scottish Recipe

2009-10-29T08:00:00.001-07:00

Edinburgh Rock is one of the most popular Scottish sweet recipes bought by both tourists and local people alike.Edinburgh Rock was first made in the 19th century by a man named Alexander Ferguson who was born in Perthshire in 1789. He became known locally as "Sweetie Sandy." He started off learning the confectionary trade in Glasgow before eventually moving to Edinburgh to start his own business. He became a very successful and rich man due to the popularity of Edinburgh Rock.

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Casserole Making Tips and Recipes

2009-10-26T08:00:00.001-07:00

Many of us grew up eating mom's casserole. Generally, it was made from a bunch of leftovers from previous meals had throughout the week. In this day and time many of us refer to a casserole as "comfort food" because it reminds us of those days as well as gives us a warm, satisfying feeling when we sit down to a casserole dinner. The only difference now is that we make casseroles from a variety of recipes and they don't always mean eating leftovers.

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Fat Burning Recipes

2009-10-22T08:00:00.001-07:00

Creating tasty and satisfying fat burning menus is no more difficult or time consuming than other meal planning. Yet the results and benefits are both far reaching and tangible. Many people however may not know or understand what fat burning foods are, or how to prepare them. What fat burning foods offer are a healthy and tasty way to eat while burning off fat stores. And you may no longer need to have two menus either, one for you and one for your family.

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My Chinese Recipes - How to Make Split Pea Pudding?

2009-10-19T08:00:00.001-07:00

This time we have a traditional Chinese dessert, the Split Peas Pudding. We need to have some yellow split peas for this pudding, you may also replace the split pea by red beans. For red beans, you have to save 4 cups of boiled water after you boiled the red beans until they get to soften. This boiled water is used to replace the four cups of water mentioned in the ingredients. This pudding is usually served in cold. Therefore, we always prepare the pudding 1 to 2 days before your party.

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You Can Cook 5 Star Secret Restaurant Recipes Like the Chefs in Your Own Home

2009-10-15T08:00:00.001-07:00

Do you want to cook the 5 star secret restaurant recipes at home to amaze your friends and family? Are you a big - no make that huge - fan of food? Not the kind you can get at your average fast food joint, but good food. You know premium meats and organic veggies combined with amazing spices and seasonings to create a meal that literally melts in your mouth and makes you feel as if you've just taken a little bite of heaven? Do you love to cook and want to know how your favorite five star chefs can create these wonderful meals?

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Simple Italian Cooking - The Best Eggplant Parmesan Recipe

2009-10-12T08:00:00.001-07:00

My wife and I tend to get disappointed when we dine out anymore. Other than a choice few restaurants we dine in the vast majority of the time. We do this a lot because I know I can make it better and healthier at home in my own kitchen. Having managed Italian restaurants in the past, I have come to enjoy simple Italian cooking and have come up with what my wife, family, and friends consider to be the best eggplant Parmesan recipe ever! Couple this recipe with a simple roasted red pepper sauce and a simple pasta side dish and I guarantee a meal better than most of the Italian restaurants in town!

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My Chinese Recipes - Ancient Chinese Snack-Roasted Chestnut?

2009-10-10T11:13:00.001-07:00

Roasted chestnuts are one of the ancient Chinese refreshments in our winter! When I was a kid, it was very easy to find the hawkers with their wooden carts parked in the streets, working hard with a big shovel to stir the chestnuts with big pots of black sugar all the time. The hawker must continue to stir the chestnuts to keep them hot but they cannot be too hot; otherwise, it would break the chestnut husks. Today, it is very difficult to find these hawkers in the streets. However, a lot of Taiwanese & Japanese beverage manufacturers have made the ready-to-eat roasted chestnuts which are packed in small packs, and we may easily inspire our memory any time.

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Let's Go Fly A Kite - Easy Dinner Recipes and Dinner Ideas for Family Fun

2009-10-05T08:00:00.001-07:00

How about packing up some quick and easy dinner recipes, grabbing the family and a colorful kite, and heading to the nearest beach or park to fly a kite? What a great idea for some inexpensive family fun. It's good exercise. Launching a kite and flying it together is a great activity the whole family can enjoy. Do you remember kite flying as a kid? I sure do.

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Vegetarian Only - Chili Spiced Tofu Satay

2009-09-28T08:00:00.001-07:00

Satay is an Indonesian and Malaysian dish consisting of small pieces of meat grilled on a skewer and usually served with spiced sauce. Chicken meat, lamb, and beef are the three common meats used in this exotic food. Other meat, including fish and pork are also used rarely. Vegetarians can also enjoy the taste of satay, but they have to substitute the meat with other ingredients, like tofu.

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Hearty Homemade Apple Butter - An Old Fashioned Blend

2009-09-21T08:00:00.001-07:00

Do you remember when you were a kid, and your mom served hot biscuits or toast with fresh apple butter? If not, then you have missed out on one of America's old favorites. The smell of cinnamon and spices and the delicious aroma of homemade apple butter drifts through your house like incense,stirring up your appetite. It makes you want to jump up and toast some bread.

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Healthy & Delicious Chili Chicken Recipe Cook at Home

2009-09-14T08:00:00.001-07:00

We live in a very busy world. It is often hard to keep up with the laundry and daily house chores after working all day, let alone try to prepare a good meal for your family that is not just quick, but nutritious for them as well. Homemade cooking can allow you to not only prepare nutritious meals, but they will think you have been cooking all day.

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Best Recipes to Be Used on the Champion Juicer

2009-09-07T08:00:00.001-07:00

With all the different juicers that are out in the market, it is hard to pick a juicer for yourself. The Champion juicer, however, is no doubt one of the best juicers available for the taking. The Champion juicer is a great choice for a lot of reasons, most especially because of a lot of incredible recipes that can be made through the help of the Champion juicer.

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Salmon Recipe With Lemon Garlic Marinade

2009-08-31T08:00:00.001-07:00

Here is a salmon recipe that incorporates a tangy lemon garlic marinade and fresh rosemary to make for a very tasty and healthy meal. The great thing about this recipe is that it only takes a few simple ingredients and a minimal amount of preparation and cooking time. The zesty lemon and pungent rosemary draw out the flavors of the fish and make for an elegant and delicious feast.

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A Delicious BBQ Chicken Fajita Recipe to Enjoy This Summer

2009-08-24T08:00:00.001-07:00

With the hot weather now creeping in, or for those of you lucky enough to see all year-round sun, it's a perfect time to get outside in the garden and fire up your barbeque! For this fajita recipe, you will need: 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce 1/2 cup lime juice 2 teaspoons olive oil or vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoons of crushed red pepper flakes 3/4lb boneless skinless chicken breast ...

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Using Healthy Food Recipes to Have a Healthier Diet

2009-08-17T08:00:00.001-07:00

When you are trying to get your health straightened out, your diet has to play an integral part in the process. You can workout all you want, but if you are putting garbage in, you are still putting yourself at risk for heart diseases, high cholesterol, etc. It is time to stop ordering out all the time and use healthy food recipes to get your health back on track.

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Trying to Recreate Mama's Meatloaf by Finding the Secretive Cracker Barrel Meatloaf Recipe

2009-08-10T08:00:00.001-07:00

They don't call it comfort food for nothing. Fried chicken, pot roast, sweet potatoes, any of those simple things that my grandmother (Mama) used to make, bring me right back to being care-free, relaxed kid. I think the best was the meatloaf. Since Mama died I've been hard-pressed to find a decent meatloaf that could take the place of her delicious creation. I fortunately found it at Cracker Barrel.

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Easy Valentine Treats to Take to School

2009-08-03T08:00:00.001-07:00

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, considering making some easy Valentine's snacks that the little ones can bring to school? Whether you are preparing them for your own child's lunch or as a special treat for the class, here are some snacks that are easy to transport and easy for the little ones to devour once they dig in! Marshmallow-Popcorn Hearts are a simple alternative to popcorn balls.

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Leftovers - Why Throw Them Away When You Can Recreate Them Into Wonderful New Recipes?

2009-07-27T08:00:00.001-07:00

In this day and age, people can't afford to go out to eat as much as they used to. So most people are finding themselves cooking at home. This can lead to leftovers stacking up in the refrigerator, and before you know it, you are throwing them all out because they have gotten to old and are starting to smell. Save money, and recreate them in to a new dish before you have to throw them out.

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Skinny Chopped Salad

2009-07-20T08:00:00.001-07:00

My family eats a lot of salads during the summer months. I enjoy iceburg lettuce or romaine lettuce with carrots, celery, cucumbers, and radishes. I can make a meal out of a garden salad but sometime I want something that is just a little different. Here is a recipe that puts a spin on an ordinary mixed green salad. It's a Weight Watcher recipe so you know that it is low in calorie and low in fat.

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How to Make Applebee's Oriental Chicken Salad at Home

2009-07-13T08:00:00.001-07:00

Let's face it, times a are a little tough right now. Everyone seems to be cutting a lot of the non-essentials from their budgets. Obviously, eating out at restaurants would be high on the list. But if you do choose to cook more at home for whatever reason, you don't have to sacrifice the great taste you find at your favourite restaurants. Here's a recipe you can make at home for Applebee's famous Oriental Chicken Salad that tastes exactly like the real thing.

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Caviar Recipe - An Exquisite Treat Simply Made

2009-07-06T08:00:00.001-07:00

For a caviar recipe to excel, there needs to be a balance of two things - beauty (particularly of flavor), and simplicity (of ingredients). Too easily one may be eager to overdo a thing, creating one's art in an over-laden way... simplicity allows for a deeper expression of the few individual ingredients. An artist wants to proclaim a profound word after all, not a clamor of chaotic dialogue, therefore let's focus on a caviar recipe which can be simple, yet speak clearly the language of delicacy. Here's a great caviar recipe below.

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Caviar Recipes - Good Flavorful Goodies to Be Had

2009-06-29T08:00:00.001-07:00

Caviar recipes are wonderful, because they can be so simple, and yet the flavorful experience can speak profound volumes. I thought I might write up a couple here, so I do hope you enjoy them with friends and loved ones, because like other rich experiences, these are best when shared. Whenever you try out any caviar recipes, keep in mind that all caviar should be stored in refrigeration between 26-36 degrees Fahrenheit for the best quality, and that though some kinds it's okay to, most types should never be frozen. If frozen, once thawed, caviar should never be refrozen. Okay, let's get into a couple of yummy caviar recipes...

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Crammed Tilapia Fish in Stew

2009-06-22T08:00:00.001-07:00

Clean the fish, cut it and season with a cube of knorr chicken, salt, thyme, white pepper and curry. Allow the fish to pickle. Break the eggs and pour the content into a small bowl, add some salt and a quarter of knorr chicken cube and whisk it. Wash the green peas and set aside, wash the carrots, dice it and set aside as well. Pour some groundnut oil into a clean frying pan, when the oil becomes hot, pour the bread into it and fry the bread until it becomes golden brown, then pour in the whisked egg, green peas and the diced carrots and continue to fry until it becomes cooked.

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The Many Ways to Cook Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast

2009-06-15T08:00:00.001-07:00

Boneless skinless chicken breast is the most popular cut of poultry in the United States and with good reason: they are low in fat, quick and easy to prepare and extremely versatile. This wonderful cut of poultry can be grilled, sauteed, broiled, poached, fried and baked. There is a downside however to this cut of meat: they are rather low in fat. You may be asking: "What is wrong with that? That makes them healthy right?" Yes, they are a healthier way to eat, but because they are low in fat, they are also low in moisture and that makes them very susceptible to over cooking. Nothing is less appetizing than a dry and overcooked piece of meat.

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The Easiest Low-Calorie Breakfast Recipe - Lose Weight Healthily With Bean Sprouts

2009-06-08T08:00:00.001-07:00

Are you on a diet and fed up of eating foods that are low on calories and on taste as well? You might have come across several low-calorie recipes on various websites. Most of them, no doubt, are good and well-researched, but they are either time consuming or expensive to make. When it comes to breakfast, you need something light and nutritious so that you can feel active throughout the day. And needless to say, nothing can be better than sprouted pulses. Among all the sprouted foods, beans are the most nutritious one and have the least number of calories. They make a great breakfast that is healthy, delicious, low on calories and fat, and easy to prepare. Here is the recipe for the same.

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Spanish Serrano Ham

2009-06-01T08:00:00.001-07:00

Even during the days of the Roman Empire, Jamon Serrano, or Mountain Ham, was considered a delicacy and its popularity hasn't diminished in these times of fast food. The preparation of this dry-cured, Spanish ham is anything but fast, but it's well worth waiting for. The process begins when a leg from the Landrace White Pig is rolled in sea salt and hung to cure through the changing seasons.

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Popcorn Recipes

2009-05-27T14:00:00.001-07:00

Popcorn, first invented when the Native Americans would cook corn over their hot campfires, soon to be enjoyed by the pilgrims who came across the Atlantic on the Mayflower. Popcorn has been around for a while, but very few people decide to experiment with this versatile food. It is a vegetable that can be cooked for dessert or a salty treat, and best of all, it goes with everything.

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Coconut Semolina Sweet Balls - Indian Sweets Recipes

2009-05-27T08:00:00.001-07:00

This Coconut Semolina Sweet Balls recipe is mainly prepared in India specially in Gujarati community use of sugar-cashew nuts- and clarified butter makes this recipe rich in calories , even if sweet is high in calories but very tasty and delicious to eat, This sweet can be made easily at home even if know bit of cooking. I have tried to make this recipes more simple and and easy to prepare.

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Wheat and Dairy Free Coconut and Banana Muffins

2009-05-26T14:00:00.001-07:00

These wheat-free and diary-free muffins are delicious, bringing together the complimentary flavours of banana and coconut in a moist and light treat that will make your family's mouths water. I can tell you from personal experience, these things don't last long in the cupboard (which is a good thing, because they taste best when they're fresh out of the oven and still warm). The ingredients and quantities listed below make 6 muffins.

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California Beach Girl's Best Clam Chowder

2009-05-26T08:00:00.001-07:00

Sun, surf, sailboats, the glistening blue sea, the cry of white gulls, waving Palm trees, tanned people strolling the beach, playing catch with a trio Golden Retrievers, children building sandcastles, teenagers out in the water on surfboards, nothing beats a day at the beach. Except the big bowl of Clam Chowder, sourdough bread, and nice glass of wine that comes later. Foodies have called this recipe 'ambrosia' and it's healthy, too!

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Restaurant Recipes - Copy Your Favorite Restaurant Dishes at Home

2009-05-25T14:00:00.001-07:00

Delicious restaurant food is one of the greatest pleasures of life to enjoy. Many of us go out one or more times a week to relax with friends and family and enjoy a favorite meal at the restaurant of our choice. The exciting thing about going out to eat is the anticipation of being able to order your favorite dish on the menu, or maybe something entirely new you haven't tried before.

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Fat Burning Cabbage Soup Recipe - Lose Up to 15 Pounds in 7 Days

2009-05-25T08:00:00.001-07:00

When people found out that hospitals were feeding patients with weight loss problems with a Fat Burning Cabbage Soup Recipe, many became curious as to how it works. They say that you can lose up to 15 pounds in 7 days just by cooking this dish, but none really knew how to cook this. This article will tell you more about this so make sure to prepare your cooking skills to cook this amazing dish.

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Old Fashioned Salad Recipes - Molded Egg Salad and Vinegar Vegetable Salad - Both Diabetic Friendly

2009-05-23T14:00:00.001-07:00

This is the time of year that is perfect for salads. Why not visit the past and enjoy some old-fashion salads on your family's table? For a luncheon idea, try the Molded Egg Salad on lettuce leaves and sliced tomatoes. Also a good choice for pitch-in meals as well as your own dining room table is this old fashion Vinegar Vegetable Salad featuring green beans. Both of these salads are suitable for diabetics, too.

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The Art of World Cuisines

2009-05-23T08:00:00.001-07:00

You only have to take a look around the famous art galleries of the world and you can see how food has influenced and inspired the creation of beautiful, fascinating and extraordinary artwork. Chefs from every nation also view cuisine as an art form and express this through the preparation, use of ingredients and the presentation of the dishes they design. The definition of cuisine is 'a characteristic manner or style of preparing food'.

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Crunchy Macaroni and Cheese

2009-05-22T14:00:00.001-07:00

What is it about macaroni and cheese that makes heads turn and eyes light up? If I have anything on my plate that remotely resembles this dish my co-workers ask "Is that macaroni and cheese?" Sadly, I reply that it is not and then I start craving this tasty cheese dish. I recently found a recipe for macaroni and cheese that uses cavatappi pasta and is topped with crumbled bacon. The cavatapp pasta really grabs the cheese and the potato chip and bacon topping makes it really crunchy.

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Catfish, Gin and Juice

2009-05-22T08:00:00.001-07:00

The citrus sauce is the perfect compliment for the thick meaty catfish fillet. When I serve this to white people, I call it "Pan Fried Fish with Citrus Sauce" and serve it with mashed potatoes and fresh spinach You can make it Mexican and call it "Tequila Catfish." Just substitute tequila for the gin and serve with Mexican red rice and refried beans. You can also make it Italian "Pesce al Lemone" by substituting white wine for the gin and use all lemons instead of grapefruit, orange and lime.

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Vegetarian and Veganism - What is the Difference?

2009-05-21T14:00:00.001-07:00

Humans have been eating meat and animal products for many millennia, ever since evolution began and they evolved from apes. Vegetarianism on the other hand is a few thousand years old, and Veganism is just a few decades old and is an extreme form or subset of vegetarianism, where all animal products are avoided. Whatever food is consumed, whether meat based, veg, or vegan, cooking is an integral part of eating food and this requires Recipes. There are thousands of Vegetarian Recipes, Vegan Recipes and Recipes for meat based dishes that are available on hundreds of websites.

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Guinness Recipes

2009-05-21T08:00:00.001-07:00

Guinness is one of the most famous beverages in the world. Everywhere you go you'll find an Irish pub selling the Irish nectar. I've been to Rhodes, Corfu, USA, Spain and France and found at least one pub or bar that serves it. However, despite the predominant way of using Guinness, there are actually many other wonderful and weird uses for the liquid. While Guinness is an alcoholic beverage, any alcohol burns off during the cooking process.

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The Barefoot Contessa's All American Cheddar Cheese Corn Chowder

2009-05-20T14:00:00.001-07:00

Did you know that corn is actually more All American than Apple Pie? It's true! Apples arrived in the Americas with the colonists in the 1660s, while corn has been here for over 9,000 years. Here's another secret to many: Cornfest in July is a celebration of abundance! So attract abundance to you, your family and friends with your own Cornfest celebration with this outrageously delicious and simple to prepare All American Cheddar Cheese Corn Chowder. It's lip-smacking good!

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Green Vegetable Pulao - Spicy Indian Rice Recipe

2009-05-20T08:00:00.001-07:00

This is the traditional way of making green vegetable pulav and it takes a little longer than the quick fix pulavs. But for all special events and dinners, you can prepare this as it smells really good and tastes just great. You can make this pulav with plain rice also and it tastes just as good, but basmati rice gives a different aroma to this preparation. This is also healthy as you can use all different kinds of vegetables.

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The Right Way to Barbecue - Learn How to Barbecue the Right Way & Prepare Mouth Watering Meals

2009-05-19T14:00:00.001-07:00

We have been grilling on our backyards for years to celebrate numerous occasions or just to spend quality time with family and friends and a big part of this event has always been the barbecue. While we know the typical ways of how to barbecue, there are a lot of simple tips that have been ignored by most of us, these tips of which could make your barbecue taste much better than having it cooked the traditional way. What is even more amazing is that these tips are rather too simple.

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