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- What are the Different Gooey Butter Cake Recipes? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Angelica FlorinEveryone likes to feast on a sweet dessert occasionally. Whether it is for dessert or snack time, anything that is sweet is always a joy to eat. Hence, you can try making cakes that are simple to prepare yet packed with superb taste. Moreover, it would be great if the cake does not take a long ...
Views: 1481(2 votes) - Fabulous and Simple Pound Cake Recipe - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Angelica FlorinWhen it comes to desserts, cakes are among the popular ones. Kids and adults alike enjoy the sweet taste and rich texture of any type of cake. However, most kids love a kind of cake that is sweet, while others love a kind of cake with a smooth and creamy texture. You can make the cake according ...
Views: 2416(18 votes) - Use cooking games for math teaching your kids - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Tanja BogdanoskaMath is a complex concept which requires a lot of practice and use. However, children don’t want to sit down and put the pen on the paper. Therefore, parents and scientists have to find new and interesting ideas for explanation of this subject. Cooking technique is just one of those ideas. ...
Views: 1981 - First Solid Foods For Your Baby - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Charles CoyneAre you excited to give your baby solid foods to eat? Would you like to know what solid foods are right for them to eat? Although there are many recommended solid foods that can be given to babies, the food will still depend on how many months your baby is. It is important for you to talk to ...
Views: 1086(3 votes) - Low Fat Alfredo Sauce - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Kevin CohenIt can’t be said enough; eating healthy does not have to mean sacrificing delicious food. If you are willing to experiment, try new things, and learn some simple substitutions, you will see that it is possible to create healthy versions of some of your favorite meals. The following recipe ...
Views: 834(2 votes) - Tomato and Olive Pie - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from John ConradTomato and Olive Pie An Olive and Tomato Pie are as healthy as it is tasty. Even people who dislike olives will love this dish. Once made – you can keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days, making it a great dish for dinner parties or casual lunches. It’s easy and quick to prepare – taking only ...
Views: 821(4 votes) - Satay Chicken Curry - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from John ConradSatay Chicken Curry Satay is originally an Indonesian/Malay dish. You can also make the same recipe with chunks of beef or pork, or even large prawns (if you can get the very large ones then they are usually beheaded and the skewer threaded lengthwise down the body) Satay is an exotic dish with ...
Views: 953(2 votes) - Balsamic Vinegar Nutrition, Getting the Most out of a Healthy & Tasty Diet - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Kamlesh KumarBalsamic vinegar has been a staple in Italian homes for centuries. Its use has spread worldwide as a salad dressing, marinade and for dipping bread with olive oil. Its taste is delicious, but its nutritional benefits are often overlooked - it plays an important supporting role in promoting ...
Views: 784(1 vote) - Understanding the Basics of Indian Food and Dining - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Ram GuptaIndian food consists of diverse recipes, tastes and styles of cooking. However, it can be overwhelming and confusing to consider all its diversities and complexities, before you understand certain basic principles of Indian cooking and eating. Here is where you can begin. Staple: Breads and ...
Views: 1116(1 vote) - Indian Vegetarian Food - Gujarati Snacks 101 - Where Snacking is Cultural - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Ram GuptaGujaratis are by far the largest Indian community overseas. So, it is no wonder that an increasing number of people are becoming aware of Gujarati food and dining. In fact, the general curiosity is not just about Gujarati meals, but has also spilled over to Gujarati snacks. The people of the ...
Views: 1773(1 vote) - Breading for Delectable Dishes - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Bryan EstevisBreading is the best way to make any kind of dish delectable and enjoyable. The way it makes any kind of food – pork, beef, fish, or vegetables, to name a few –an instant favorite for any age is simply amazing. And what is more amazing is the way it is so easy to prepare that any amateur cook ...
Views: 545(2 votes) - Diagnose Your Cake Problem with Dr. Bakegood - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrIt’s time to solve that cake problem once and for all! You know the one I’m talking about. It’s the dark crust on your layer cake that you carve away with a knife. It’s the chewy or dry texture that you’ve tried to overcome so many years now, but haven’t. Stick out your tongue and say ...
Views: 1335(4 votes) - Picking The Right Restaurant Equipment - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Darell BelenIt is a common dream of many gourmands that they want to open their own eatery in which they can entertain and feed their friends, family and other fellow guests. However, very few make it to the stage of actually opening their place. The desire to serve high quality food at an affordable price ...
Views: 619(2 votes) - Choosing The Best One Cup Coffee Maker - An Ideal Selection For Your Brewing Needs - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Rita DasOne cup coffee maker has become a very well-liked option amongst coffee lovers. They make it feasible to have a flawlessly brewed cup of coffee at any time without the need to brew an entire vessel of coffee. The marketplace has become inundated with an assortment of fabulous one cup coffee ...
Views: 677(2 votes) - Fabulous Characteristics And Manifold Advantages Of Using An Effective Coffee Roaster - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Rita DasNothing can beat the fabulous aroma and intense smell of fresh coffee beans. It must be kept in mind that coffee is an extremely popular and effective beverage that is commonly utilized all over the globe owing to its incredible fragrance and other medicinal advantages as well. However, if you ...
Views: 587 - EATING AND DRINKING IN GOA - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Mukesh kumar vermaUntil recently a visit to Goa or India wasn’t complete without a bout of ‘Delhi Belly’. Today sickness is almost unheard of and most are pleasantly surprised by the high level of hygiene in Goa’s restaurants. Across the state there is a huge profusion of restaurants with every kind of food from ...
Views: 615 - 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: 1347(3 votes) - 15-Minute Asian Tuna - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from George MateljanOur Quick Broil method of cooking is perfect for preparing seared tuna as tuna tastes best when not cooked through. The combination of tuna, shiitake mushrooms, and seasonings adds a wonderful Asian flavor to your Healthiest Way of Eating. You will also enjoy an excellent source of ...
Views: 1253(3 votes) - Gourmet Cupcakes Goodness - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Christine WalkerThere was a time when cupcakes were made with just one of two flavors: chocolate or vanilla. Over the years, bakers became more creative and began to experiment with the ingredients that were available. More recently, the cupcake craze seems to have reached a fever pitch, with cupcake stores ...
Views: 523(2 votes) - Whoop-dee-doo for Whoopie Pies! - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Christine WalkerIs it a cookie or is it a pie or could it possibly even be a cake in the guise of something else completely? Does it really matter what a whoopie pie actually is once you pop it in your mouth and let it begin to weave its magic over your tongue? After all, a baked good by any other name would ...
Views: 962(2 votes) - Great Homemade Granola! - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Christine WalkerGranola is that perfect combination of healthy ingredients mixed in with delicious flavor and can serve as a good breakfast alternative to processed food that is often fried and sitting in oil. It can also be a nice snack to have in the middle of a busy day. It is usually composed of nuts, ...
Views: 515(1 vote) - An Idea Whose Time Has Come: Baked Goods Delivery - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Christine WalkerWere you the kind of child who grew up with a parent who loved to bake and would welcome you home from school with a freshly baked batch of pastries? Do you have memories of visiting your grandparents and being given a plate of warm cookies and brownies and a glass of cold milk that was ...
Views: 497(1 vote) - Completely Delicious Cookie Delivery - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Christine WalkerNothing quite compares to the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the house as soon as you open your front door. You follow the smell all the way to the kitchen to where your mom has each round delectable creation sitting on a wire rack, cooling down for a bit. You bend in a little ...
Views: 521(1 vote) - Cardiac Unit recipe for FAST WEIGHT LOSS - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from garry robbinsAs I wrote in my last post The truth about DETOXING and CLEANSING DIETS, This is a great DETOX recipe. its a great way to CLEANSE and DETOX your body whilst loosing weight quickly. I have tried it a couple of times now over a few years, this time around I lost 4 kgs in 1 week. Mind you I ...
Views: 9276(2 votes) - What are the benefits of using My K-Cup filters? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dan ChiodoPreviously it was only possible to enjoy a single taste of delicious coffee courtesy of the Keurig K-Cup coffee maker. However, with the arrival of reusable coffee filters – also referred to as MY K-Cup® filters – it is now possible for coffee aficionados to start experimenting with different ...
Views: 594(2 votes) - Experience the flexibility of reusable My K-Cup filters - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dan ChiodoBuying a Keurig K Cup coffee making system can make for a great investment for more reasons than one. Not only is the Keurig K Cup coffee making system very convenient to use, it also makes coffee of exceptional flavor and quality, despite its being limited to the coffee and tea varieties ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - At Home or In Baking Classes, Study Your Ingredients First - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrWhen I was a student at Baltimore International Culinary College many years ago, the chef who taught one of my baking classes blew my mind. “All of baking is 5 basic ingredients,” he said. “Butter, milk, eggs, flour, and flavoring, they make everything from pound cake to crepes. HOW you ...
Views: 1526(3 votes) - At Home or In Baking Classes, Study Your Ingredients First - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrWhen I was a student at Baltimore International Culinary College many years ago, the chef who taught one of my baking classes blew my mind. “All of baking is 5 basic ingredients,” he said. “Butter, milk, eggs, flour, and flavoring, they make everything from pound cake to crepes. HOW you ...
Views: 1526(3 votes) - Baking-How-To Answers Are In The Mixer, NOT The Oven - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrI get more baking-how-to questions about oven temperatures than any other query. Home bakers have been duped into thinking that somehow oven temperature and baking time are the keys to successful baked goods. It’s not true. The greatest amount of baked good worry from home bakers comes from ...
Views: 809(2 votes) - Baking-How-To Answers Are In The Mixer, NOT The Oven - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrI get more baking-how-to questions about oven temperatures than any other query. Home bakers have been duped into thinking that somehow oven temperature and baking time are the keys to successful baked goods. It’s not true. The greatest amount of baked good worry from home bakers comes from ...
Views: 887(2 votes) - A Few of the Simple and Easy Meatloaf Recipes - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you having a difficult time thinking of the best dish to cook for the family? Do your children need a lot of pressure just to make them eat something other than junk food? If you are clueless about a fabulous recipe that you should cook, then you should try making meatloaf recipes. This ...
Views: 1444(2 votes) - How to Make the Perfect and the Best Meatloaf - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinFor an upcoming gathering with friends and relative, you might be wondering about the best dish to prepare for them. You might have been leafing through the pages of a recipe book, with the hopes of coming across a wonderful dish to cook. If you are planning to make a scrumptious meat recipe for ...
Views: 1205(1 vote) - Simple and Scrumptious Turkey Meatloaf Recipes - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinIt sure would be great if you could serve your family a great dish loaded with nutrients and rich flavour. Whether it is only a regular meal or a special luncheon with the family, a savory dish is definitely a treat. If you are a busy homemaker with little time to spend for cooking, you should ...
Views: 1442(2 votes) - How to Make Meatloaf the Simple Way - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinDo you find it hard to entice your kids to eat? Are your family members quite finicky during mealtime? If it takes great effort for you to satisfy your family with the dishes you cook, this article will definitely be useful to you. As you read along, you will discover great ideas on how to make ...
Views: 2192(1 vote) - Excellent Ideas for Meatloaf Recipes - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinIf you are a busy mom, you might be interested in cooking a dish that does not take long hours to prepare. You probably have endless chores to work on, which leaves you with little time to stay in the kitchen. However, you would not want to give your family a lousy dish during mealtime. Good ...
Views: 1175(1 vote) - Amazing Recipe for Watermelon Margarita - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinWatermelon is a great tasting fruit that is perfect during a warm weather. Anyone will feel completely refreshed after munching on a sweet and juicy slice of watermelon. This succulent fruit is perfect when eaten or prepared as a drink. You can process it by using a blender and mix it up with ...
Views: 1595(2 votes) - Excellent Ideas in Making Strawberry Margarita - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you thinking of hosting a party at your house? Do you feel stressed out and you need to come up with a relaxing drink? You do not need to go out of the house just to have a taste of a superb drink; in fact, you can use several ingredients at home to create a delightful concoction. If ...
Views: 1836 - Fabulous Margarita Mix and Recipes - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you planning to prepare a nice glass of margarita? This cocktail drink is definitely a treat; you can make it in a snap, which makes it ideal for parties. Moreover, you will love its refreshing taste and aroma. If you are just lounging by the pool, you will enjoy sipping a satisfying ...
Views: 1425 - Excellent Ideas on How to Prepare the Best Margarita Recipe - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you feeling bored or stressed out after long hours of work? If so, you should invite your friends to come over and have a terrific party at home. For a successful and truly fabulous party, make sure that you have exactly what you need for it. Plan your menu and choose to make dishes that are ...
Views: 1145 - The Best Recipes for Frozen Margarita - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAfter a stressful time at work or at home, you should consider unwinding and recharging your batteries. You will find a strenuous activity, a warm weather or a hectic schedule very stressful. After dealing with these energy-zapping activities, you might feel completely worn out. Hence, you might ...
Views: 1133 - Great Tips on How To Make Margarita - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you having a party and you are thinking of a great drink to serve your guests? You can create a wonderful concoction by combining several ingredients that simply go well together. Just make sure you use the right amount of liquor and mixer in your drink. Making a superb cocktail drink is ...
Views: 1628 - 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: 1382(13 votes) - What are the Different Types of Ice Cream Cake? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinDuring summer, everyone enjoys a cold drink or a frozen dessert. You can easily beat the heat of the sun by having a refreshing snack. If you are crazy about cakes and ice cream, you should try making a sweet treat by combining the two food items. You can make an ice cream cake that comes with a ...
Views: 3819 - Quick and Simple Red Velvet Cake Recipe - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you tired of the usual chocolate cake for dessert or teatime? Do you want to try something new to bake to add some variation in your usual snack food item at home? If you are after a unique look and taste in cake, you should try making red velvet cake. This luscious sweet treat has that ...
Views: 3297 - What Are Some of the Easy Cake Recipes? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinFor dessert, everyone loves something rich and sweet tasting to eat. Ice cream, fruit platters and cakes are among the favorite dishes for dessert. If you are fond of baking, you will enjoy making cake that comes with a simple procedure. Moreover, you will love the convenience in preparing a ...
Views: 1079 - Arugula Salad with Walnut Croutons - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from George MateljanTop this quick and tasty salad with walnut croutons and enjoy a rich concentration of health-promoting omega-3 fatty acids from your green salad! Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced • 1 cup hot water • 2 TBS light vinegar ...
Views: 1417(4 votes) - Pasta Two Ways - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kevin CohenIf you still think that pasta is forbidden in a healthy diet, forget it! There are now more healthy pasta options than ever, including whole wheat, high-protein, and even gluten free. Here are two of my favorite pasta recipes. They are filled with colorful and healthful ingredients, and ...
Views: 745 - Do all catering service providers in Pune follow food safety rules? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from avantika royIf you are looking for a good quality catering service provider in Pune, then there are some important factors to consider. In fact, irrespective of the place, some factors apply to all caterers throughout the globe. We all know that food can either keep us healthy or make us sick. This is ...
Views: 1306 - Paper Towel Smoothing Technique for Icing - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Bree DonellyLearn to Decorate Cakes using the Paper Towel Smoothing Technique for Icing. This technique works best with a Crusting Buttercream. Generally speaking you will need the following ingredients: 2 lbs. sifted powdered sugar 1/2 cup or 1 stick butter, softened. 1-1/2 cups solid ...
Views: 963(1 vote) - Paper Towel Smoothing Technique for Icing - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Bree DonellyLearn to Decorate Cakes using the Paper Towel Smoothing Technique for Icing. This technique works best with a Crusting Buttercream. Generally speaking you will need the following ingredients: 2 lbs. sifted powdered sugar 1/2 cup or 1 stick butter, softened. 1-1/2 cups solid ...
Views: 1851(1 vote) - Bakery Supplies at Wholesale Prices - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Thomas YoungCommercial kitchens are getting ready to welcome the holiday season and looking for the best deals on volume purchases. Bakery products usually top the list during the festive season and if you run a restaurant or foodservice business, it’s important to get your bakery supplies at wholesale ...
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