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- Hiking - Easy Dinner Recipes And Dinner Ideas For Family Fun - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2008 from Julie LanguilleWhat about going on a family hike together and then having easy dinner recipes at the scenic location of your choice? It's just starting to cool off from the heat of the day and it's a great time to get some exercise outdoors. Taking a nice walk to your dinner location will give everyone a good ...
Views: 2295 - No existence of the body without nutrients - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2010 from Nina BagnallNutrients are vital for the body’s existence on this beautiful world of ours, otherwise we would not continue to live and grow. Never take your body for granted, nurture it, cosset it, for it has to last the whole of your lifespan, far better to live daily life in tip top condition, rather than ...
Views: 2291 - 5 Ways To Create Fast Healthy Dinner Plans When You're Exhausted - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Lisa CopenSo, you know you're eating out too much, you've added a few pounds, and the cost is starting to get out of hand. But with your busy schedule and limited energy, where do you start to find the right meal planning idea that will work for your family? Are you one of the people who check with a ...
Views: 2287 - This Chicken Kiev Recipe Was Invented in Culinary Arts School - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Chef Todd MohrMost home cooks would begin searching cookbooks for a Chicken Kiev recipe that met their tastes, cooking skill, and ingredients on hand. This is most often a time consuming task. Actually, it takes MORE time just to find the recipe that it would to cook this stuffed chicken entrée. In ...
Views: 2284 - Dance of the Violets: For Garden, Health & Even Dessert - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Karyn Maier"That which above all others yields the sweetest smell in the air, is the violet..." - Francis Bacon As a distinguished member of the Violaceae family, the violet (Viola spp.) shares it's roots with few relatives. In fact, its only cousins are pansies and garden violas. While the genus Viola ...
Views: 2272(1 vote) - Red Kidney Bean Soup with Lime Yogurt - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from George MateljanSoups are the perfect warm-up meal. This hearty, spicy bean soup is a great addition to your Healthiest Way of Eating as the days get shorter and the temperature continues to cool. Prep and Cook Time: Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 1 medium ...
Views: 2271(2 votes) - Vegetable Nutrition Healthier Sex - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Popa WoolseyLatest breakthrough for vegetable nutrition healthier sex by eating more green leafy vegetables taking vitamin B supplements enhances the libido and overall health. According to Dr. Daniel Amen in his book "Change Your Brain Change Your Body" eating more green vegetables and taking vitamin B ...
Views: 2268(2 votes) - Tips to Make Cooking Faster and Easier - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe following are some practical and efficient tips to help you cook faster and easier. Cook enough food for two dinners. Most food can be easily reheated. Consider steaming to reheat food. Place a bit of water in a pan and place food on it. Cover. Check frequently to ensure that the ...
Views: 2263(4 votes) - The Best Asian Desserts - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Angelica FlorinSoutheast Asia is a continent where it is composed of countries that are blessed with a great location and wonderful weather. Most of its countries enjoy tropical weather except for Korea, Japan, and China. There is an abundance of fruits in countries such as the Philippines, Malaysia, ...
Views: 2259(2 votes) - How to Cook Whiting and Whiting Recipes - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Aima EddieWhiting is One of the Tastiest Eating Fish in Any Sea Whiting is a name given to different types of fish around the world. The whiting featured on this page are also commonly known as English whiting and are native to the North-East Atlantic Ocean. It is nothing short of a travesty that ...
Views: 2257(1 vote) - Common problems affecting Barbecues and their solutions - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Plumb WorldWidespread difficulties affecting bbqs and the solutions Using a bbq offers a exciting and straightforward method to cook tasty food that you can love eating outside. And what is as good as relaxing together with pals in your garden, burger in one hand, cold ale in the other and not a ...
Views: 2254(3 votes) - Go Green this Summer and Smooth Out! Nutritional Health Tips for Those Hot Summer Days… - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2010 from Ronda LaRueOK so it has taken me this long (40 some years) – and well into menopause, midlife crisis, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, OK so it has taken me this long (40 some years) – and well into menopause, midlife crisis, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, and depression – to finally GET IT: Want to ...
Views: 2254(5 votes) - Superfood Balls - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from odette worrellIngredients: ¼ cup goji berries ¼ cup raw cacao powder 1 tbsp of maca powder 1 tsp cinnamon ¼ cup pecans 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp coconut oil sea salt 1 scoop or 1 tbsp. of spirulina powder (or your favorite green powder) Coconut flakes (optional) food processor, blender, or coffee ...
Views: 2250 - Top 5 Health Benefits of Curcumin - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Chloe HibbertTurmeric comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant, native to tropical South Asia with tough brown skin and deep orange flesh. Turmeric is a key ingredient for many Indian dishes, but has also long been used as a powerful anti-inflammatory in both Chinese and Indian medicine. The active ...
Views: 2248 - Quick Broiled Halibut - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from George MateljanThis is a great way to prepare halibut in a matter of minutes. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 2 halibut steaks • 1 TBS fresh lemon juice • Salt and white pepper Directions: 1. Preheat broiler and place metal pan under heat for about 10 minutes. 2. ...
Views: 2236(3 votes) - BBQ Competitions... - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Bill AndersonBBQ Competitions are great fun and I encourage you to enter one in your area and find out for yourself how much fun they are. Our book “Competition BBQ Secrets” has helped many teams take Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion and many other high finishes in the four main barbecue ...
Views: 2217(2 votes) - Why Should You Purchase a Flavor Wave Convection Oven? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Kenny TanBefore you purchase an oven, it is important for you to consider a few factors. First, you have to keep in mind the size of your kitchen. If you have a limited kitchen space, it would be wiser to opt for a more compact item. A large and bulky oven will only eat up so much space, thus leaving you ...
Views: 2215(2 votes) - How To Cut Vegetables Using The Tip Fulcrum Method - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2012 from Chef Todd MohrI know how to cut vegetables. Trust me, I do. Early in my career I was a lowly prep cook. I was part of a very large system, at a very large kitchen, that fed 15,000 people TWICE a day! My job was to cut vegetables, all day every day. I did this for months! From six in the morning to five ...
Views: 2208(2 votes) - Why Do They Call Them Mother Sauces? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Chef Todd MohrThe concept of having Mother Sauces from which to create most other sauces is a relatively new concept. Sauces have been used in cooking just about as long as fire has. Sauces in French cuisine date back to the middle ages. In those days, sauces were used to hide the bad texture and flavor of ...
Views: 2202 - Healthy Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2012 from George MateljanLong enjoyed in Asia for their health-promoting benefits, the smoky, rich flavor of shiitake mushrooms is becoming increasingly popular in the West. Try this easy-to-prepare recipe, which complements both fish and poultry dishes. Prep and Cook Time: 7 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 ...
Views: 2188(3 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: 2185(1 vote) - 10-Minute Apricot Bars - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from George MateljanTry these sweet fruit bars for a nutritious treat! Prep and Cook Time: 10 min prep; 1 hr refrigeration Makes 8 bars Ingredients: • 1 cup chopped dried apricots • 1/2 cup cream honey • 1/2 cup almond butter • 1-1/2 tsp almond extract • 1/2 cup cinnamon granola • 1/2 cup chopped ...
Views: 2181(2 votes) - How to Choose The Right Oven For Cupcakes - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2012 from Foxie TurnerGetting cupcakes right would mean you need to get the right equipment, and getting the right oven for cupcakes (or the right oven for baking anything) is one of the most important things that you need to get. And believe it or not, there will seem to be many different oven for cupcakes, each ...
Views: 2168(2 votes) - The Problem of Nutrition, The Praise of Raw Food - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Kytka Hilmar-JezekEhrenfried Pfeiffer’s asked Rudolf Steiner why people today appear unable to develop and act according to all they learn and seem to know. Steiner replied: “This is a problem of nutrition.” In Waldorf schools worldwide, there is a conscious effort to keep school snacks and meals as natural as ...
Views: 2161(20 votes) - How to Make Delicious Banana Pudding - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Angelica FlorinPreparing food for dessert is sometimes difficult if you don’t know what to serve. When you have been preparing the same dessert over and over again, everyone in the table will surely get tired of it so you will have to think of other dishes to serve. One of the most loved desserts is banana ...
Views: 2146(1 vote) - Tuna Steak (Honey Glazed) - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Grace AbonilloIngredients: 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice (i used calamansi half tablespoon) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoon honey 1/2lbs. ...
Views: 2144 - HOW TO TAKE CARE OF....YOUR HAIR - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2013 from BODY & MIND RETREATHOW TO TAKE CARE OF…..YOUR HAIR The hair, as the eyes or skin, is a living extension of you, has its roots in the blood and feeds from your digestive system. The hair is closely related to the nervous system and not only has a role to adorn your head, but also has a biological function that ...
Views: 2140 - Competition Quality Ribs in Your Back Yard - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Bill AndersonPrepping your BBQ grill... Just about everybody has a Weber kettle charcoal grill in their back yard. You can smoke some pretty good ribs on these things. Here’s how to set it up so that you are “offset smoking” and not grilling... I simply start it up by making two piles of charcoal ...
Views: 2136(1 vote) - Fruit Salad with Papaya Seed Dressing - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2011 from George MateljanThis fruit salad can be eaten as a salad or dessert. The papaya dressing adds a peppery taste that is a nice addition to the sweetness of the fruit. Feel free to use any combination of seasonal fruits that complement one another and are readily available. Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes ...
Views: 2136(2 votes) - Top 10 Microwave Brands - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Kenny TanSince the product’s introduction in 1955, microwave ovens have become staple kitchen appliances in every household. A number of types, models and brands have also been developed over the decades to cater to every homemaker’s need. There are built-in microwave ovens that are fitted within the ...
Views: 2136(1 vote) - Shrimp Salad - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2012 from George MateljanOne serving of this salad adds provides you with a very good source of health-promoting vitamin D and K, (important components for healthy bones) to your Healthiest Way of Eating. And the shrimp will boost your intake of those hard-to-find omega-3 fatty acids, and help keep inflammation at bay. ...
Views: 2134(2 votes) - Why We Should Eat Carrots? - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2011 from Angelica FlorinCarrot is a root vegetable that is filled with beta carotene which is good for our eyesight. It is one of the vegetables that you can cook and eat raw at the same time. It is very versatile. In 2005, Great Britain made carrots as their third favorite vegetable. It is commonly orange in color but ...
Views: 2134(4 votes) - BBQ Sauce Recipe - How to Make a Great Sauce for Basting - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinDo you have plans of having a cookout in your backyard one of these days? If you do, then you must consider preparing a good recipe for it. One of the best dishes to make during a cookout is barbecue. Although the dish takes quite a while to finish, the taste of the barbecued meat is simply ...
Views: 2126(1 vote) - Why Including Organic Barley in Your Diet Lowers Your LDL Cholesterol, Reduces Glucose Problems for Diabetics, Reduces Heart Disease, Improves Digestion, Ulcerative Colitis and the Overall Health of All Humans - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.Foods containing barley, either as a recipe ingredient or used in the processing of packaged foods, have been touted by many for their nutritional benefits. While writing a companion blog containing Ashley’s “killer” recipe for organic beef barley soup, we found so much interesting information ...
Views: 2122(10 votes) - Delightful and Truly Delicious Strawberry Cake Recipe - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAny food item becomes tempting to eat if it comes with a great presentation. When you make the dish enticing to look at, it will also draw others to have a taste (and maybe even seconds). Thus, you must make sure that any recipe you prepare comes with a great visual appeal. This way, you can ...
Views: 2115(2 votes) - Different Types of Toasters - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Robert FogartyWhenever we ask someone what's for breakfast, normally and most commonly it would be bread toast with butter and jam or honey etc. Bread toasts, pies, muffins have become so common that without either of them we feel that our breakfast is incomplete. Why is this so? This is mostly because of the ...
Views: 2099 - Which Foods Are The Healthiest Foods To Eat? - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2010 from Lance ThorneHere are Just a Few of the Many Healthy Foods to Eat. Make the Right Choice. Which healthy foods to eat should you include in your cooking and meal preparation? Well you can prepare fast healthy meals with any of these. Learning to cook is an important life skill to have. But there is so much ...
Views: 2098(5 votes) - 7-Minute Sweet Potatoes - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from George MateljanAdd this easy-to-prepare, great tasting recipe to your Healthiest Way of Eating, and you will also be provided with 681% of the Daily Value for health-promoting vitamin A! Prep and Cook Time: 7 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 lb sweet potatoes, diced (if organic, do not peel) • 2 ...
Views: 2097 - Yummy Chocolate Fondue - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWash and Prepare Dipping Foods Fresh Strawberries Fresh Red Apple Fresh Pineapple Fresh Bananas 1/4 cup Large Cashews 1/4 cup Brazil Nuts TWO OPTIONS FOR CHOCOLATE SAUCE OPTION 1 Real Chocolate-Light sauce 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup ...
Views: 2094 - Chicken Drumstick Recipes: Different Ways to Cook Chicken Legs - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Aima EddieWhat are Chicken Drumsticks? Chicken drumsticks are a lot more than being the parts of a whole roasted chicken which families are most likely to fight over at mealtimes. Chicken drumsticks are fun to eat and represent a classic comfort food. Try serving them as a tasty, practical and ...
Views: 2091(1 vote) - 15-Minute Rosemary Lamb Chops - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2013 from Sam EtkinNothing complements the flavor of lamb better than rosemary. And our Quick Broil method makes this dish very fast and easy to prepare. With this dish you not only enjoy great taste but add an excellent source of protein, vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B3 to your Healthiest Way of ...
Views: 2089(2 votes) - What to Cook For Dinner? - 2 Ideas to Make This Fun! - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Erin KurtThe time is 5 o'clock and your stomach clenches - What to make for dinner is the question racing through your mind. You know you want to prepare healthy meals for your family, but you're tired and you don't have all the ingredients for your favorite "go to" recipe so you pull out the frozen ...
Views: 2089(3 votes) - A Guide to Vanilla Bean Production - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Sarah NeilVanilla beans are diversely useful when it comes to the kitchen. They add flavor to bland dishes while enhancing the taste and aroma of other delicious treats. But have you ever wondered why these beans are as expensive as they are? The simple answer is that growing these beans is a very time ...
Views: 2083 - Introducing solid Food to Babies older than 4 months - Apricot Recipe - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Luka MalgajWhen can you introduce solids? It is recommended to introduce solids to baby’s diet at 6 months or after. Though some parents start feeding their child with solids as soon as 4 months. Before introducing solids breast milk or formula provides all the calories and nourishment your baby needs. ...
Views: 2081(1 vote) - 5-Minute Kale with Sea Vegetables - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2012 from George MateljanTry this unusual combination of two great World's Healthiest Foods - kale and sea vegetables! And it only takes a matter of minutes to prepare. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: - 1 pound kale Mediterranean Dressing: - 2 tsp lemon juice - 1 medium clove ...
Views: 2080(3 votes) - Paleo Kids Recipes Cow’s Milk Alternative Sources for Calcium - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Gail ColePaleo Diet Recipes are dairy free. Discover cow’s milk alternative and Paleo friendly foods that contain calcium. 2 FREE Paleo Kids Recipes. The Paleo Diet is dairy free, gluten free and soy free. Parents maybe faced with a dilemma with children that are cow’s milk intolerant. Other parents ...
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