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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Garlic: a quick guide
- Garlic, there's nothing like the smell of garlic. It's great in soups and sauces, roasted with meats or on it's own, and it's wonderful mixed with butter and slathered on bread and then baked.
The scientific name for garlic is Allium Sativum. It is related to the lily and the onion. Although related to the onion, and having a flavor that very slightly resembles that of an onion, gar...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Garam masala - the spices of india
- India is known for its excellent cuisine, it's unique regions of cooking, and a pleasant dining experience. India is distinguished in the world's cuisine for it vegetarian dishes. One thing all of the regional cuisines of India have in common is it's use of spices.
Garam masala is an essential ingredient in the cooking of the Punjab region of northern India. Loosely defined, "masala...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Frugal menu planning--getting started
- Getting started making a plan for a week's worth of
meals can surely be a bit daunting at first. It
need not be complicated--though a little bit of
time spent planning will be well worth it!
A good way to start is by looking at what you already
have on hand -- sort of taking a visual inventory.
Next,it's helpful to list on a piece of paper,...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Frugal cooking with herbs
- Herbs are fun to grow and easy to use. Herbs can
be a frugal cook's best friend because they can
enhance even the simplest fare making it seem
grand! Herbs are easy to grow--you can even grow
them on your kitchen windowsill.
The addition of herbs can change completely the
flavor of foods-from homemade breads to soups,
stews and vegetables. A...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - From one cup coffee makers to ?smart? refrigerators: kitchen appliances catch up with the speed of life
- From One Cup Coffee Makers to ?Smart? Refrigerators:
Kitchen Appliances Catch up with the Speed of Life
By R.L. Fielding
The modern kitchen would not be complete without a refrigerator, an oven, a microwave, and a coffee maker. As fixtures in one of the most important rooms in the house, these appliances are on the forefront of the battle for greater convenience and lo...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Eating wild plants
- There are a number of reasons you might want to use wild plants as food.
Wild plants have some unique flavors that can be among your enjoyed favorites. Watercress with something sweet such as pancake syrup in a peanut butter sandwich is one I particularly enjoy. Dandelion greens pesto mixed with spaghetti sauce is another.
Since the taste of many wild edible plants is...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Easing coughs naturally
- Whether it be the dead of winter or the high life of summer, colds and allergies seem to pop up out of nowhere and ?catch? us completely off guard. Hand-in-hand with these seasonal terrors come the dreaded cough and there are two ways you can fight cold's comrade-in-arms----- with either over the counter cough drops ----- or ones that you can make yourself.
Make yourself, you ask? W...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Crockpot tips - don't forget the slow cooker!
- Many of your favorite recipes can be successfully adapted to the crockpot or slow cooker if you follow a few simple rules. You'll find a basic time/temperature guide for converting recipes, some do's and don'ts for specific ingredients and a few tips for making your slow cooker dishes more flavorful.
Liquids
Generally, liquids may be decreased in slow cooking - a gene...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Crockpot tips - crockpot buying tips
- Crockpot Buying Tips
Always buy more crockpot than you need- this gives you more flexibility
get one with a removable liner- they are MUCH easier to clean!
Cheapest is not always best- spend a few extra dollars on a good one!
Some models come with programmable timers-this may be a great feature, for example, if your cooking time is 6 hours and you'll be out of t...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Crockpot cooking - advantages and disadvantages
- In my 'un-biased' opinion, the crockpot / slow cooker is one of the most
convenient and easy to use appliances in my kitchen. The time savings
features of the slow cooker and the delicious dinners that have resulted
more than offset any minor drawbacks.
Before I list my top reasons why the crockpot is the most useful appliance
in any kitchen, I will list ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Creating a recipe template
- The Title First
The title should be the first thing anyone should see in a recipe. This gives you a basic idea of what the product is. It can be something as simple as "Chili" to "Roasted Chicken with Peppers and Sun-dried Tomatoes." No matter what item you have, the title should accurately describe the item, whether you include extra ingredients or terms, is completely optional....
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Create a romantic evening at home
- You've decided to invite someone you're dating to your home for a romantic evening and you want everything to go well. Here are a few tips to help you achieve that result.
There are a number of factors you need to consider when planning your romantic evening:
1. Your Physical Surroundings
It's a good idea to make sure your house or apartment is clean an...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Create a family heirloom cookbook
- (ARA) - Almost every family has a treasured recipe, handed down through generations, that is not only beloved because it's delicious, but because it evokes memories of favorite family get-togethers.
A family heirloom recipe book is a wonderful way to combine favorite dishes and family folklore. According to Cheryl Wolf, a performance artist and graphic design instructor at The New E...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Cookware what you need and what you don !
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Cookware is always a rather contentious subject. I have seen chefs turn up to even the simplest of cooking jobs carrying more than it would take to maintain your average oil tanker (though maybe this is not the best use for your cookware), when all that was really needed was a knife and something to sharpen it with.
So what are the real ?cookware essentials?, the things that you rea...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Cooking with fresh herbs
- Herbs are fun and easy to grow. When harvested they make even the simplest meal seem like a gourmet delight. By using herbs in your cooking you can easily change the flavors of your recipes in many different ways, according to which herbs you add. Fresh herbs are great in breads, stews, soups or vegetables. Every time you add a different herb you have completely changed the taste.
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Cooking with cast iron
- Cast iron cookware is an extremely versatile and economic alternative to expensive copper and copper clad cookware. If you aren't currently using at least a couple of cast iron pans in your kitchen, you really should consider it.
Cast iron has several advantages over other cookware. Cast iron pans have excellent heat conduction and retention, so you get even heating over the whole s...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Cooking for a holiday crowd made easy (peasy)
- ARA) - The holidays. A time for loads of family, gifts and good cheer. Unfortunately, the holidays also can be a huge headache when it comes to cooking a holiday dinner for a house filled with people. Plus, you're probably sick to death of turkey and wish you could serve something a little different to your holiday guests. Here's the thing: you can!
They call me the Naked Chef becau...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Converting a stovetop recipe to a crockpot recipe
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Crockpots vary but the low setting is typically around 100 degrees and its high setting is around 300 degrees.
Knowing this, it is fairly easy to convert most recipes for use in your slow cooker. Some adjusments to cooking times will be a judgement call on your part, but some simple guidelines should help. Just follow a few simple rules and you're on your way.
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Converting a recipe for your crockpot
- Crockpots vary but the low setting is typically around 100
degrees and its high setting is around 300 degrees.
Knowing this, it is fairly easy to convert most recipes for
use in your slow cooker. Some adjusments to cooking times
will be a judgement call on your part, but some simple
guidelines should help. Just follow a few simple rules
and you're ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - College cuisine
- Going to college is a grand experience. It's the first time many young adults get the chance to begin taking care of themselves, no matter what the consequences. One of the main things that worries parents when their child heads out into the world of college is, of course, their diet. What are they going to eat if the cafeteria closes too early? What if they don't like the cafeteria food? What if ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Coffee makers for different coffee types
- There is nothing quite like waking up in the morning, stumbling to the kitchen and finding your favourite coffee brewed and waiting for you. Of all the drinks in the world, coffee seems to have universal appeal. But if you have ever travelled you quickly discovered that one person's coffee can be quite different from another's.
A World Wide Business?Coffee Types
Coffe...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Coffee drink basics
- When you enter a coffee house, you have a multitude of drink choices like latt?, cappuccino, straight shot and caff? mocha just to name a few.
Sometimes knowing what to order can be overwhelming unless you know what you are getting. After all, who wants to pay an outrageous amount of money for a mystery drink that you may not even like?
So ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Coffee club membership is a joy for coffee lovers
- The coffee club concept is relatively new but is taking the world by storm. Reward yourself or your friends and relatives with coffee clubs by joining up and saving loads. Each month, you will get a shipment of coffee delivered direct to your door. This is a great way to taste new coffees, sample different varieties, find a brew that you really like and ultimately avoid a trip to the store to buy ...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Choosing the best ice cream maker
- You can make delicious ice cream at home, as good as any premium store brand, if you choose a good ice cream maker and follow a few tips. Ice cream makers can range in price from under $100 to over $500. The more expensive models contain built in freezing compressors. The less expensive models are perfectly suited for use in the home and come in two basic types. There is the type that uses rock sa...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Choosing foods for your special event
- Choosing the right menu for a special event can be just as important as choosing a location. Food can communicate a theme, convey a feeling or set the mood of an entire night. If you are planning a high-class extravaganza, hot dogs and beer might not be appropriate. However, they might be the perfect choice for a birthday party at the lake. Taking great care in planning a menu shows your guests ho...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Chocolate cake recipes we love
- If you're a chocolate cake lover like I am, then you're already aware that it's the best and most popular dessert ever created ? at least for all of us chocolate lovers.
There's something comforting about a dark, rich, moist piece of chocolate cake with creamy chocolate icing on top. No wonder people perk up when they see that someone's serving up chocolate cake. Frowns turn into sm...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Chinese food
- now holds a popular place among the entire population of the world. You can find a Chinese restaurant in every major city and in many smaller areas of the world as well. Why is Chinese food so popular? Is Chinese food healthy? What is the history of Chinese food?
The History of Chinese Food
The history of Chinese food1 is an interesting one. Unlike many cultures the Chinese b...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Chicken stock
- The basis of a good soup is usually a good stock. Once you know how to make a good stock, you can use it for an almost endless variety of soups. This is a recipe I use for chicken stock that's easy to make, and tastes delicious. I usually make extra, and freeze what I don't use.
1 Whole Chicken, about 3 pounds
8 cups water
2 carrots, cut into 2 inch pie...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - British food in the countryside
- There is a lot of misunderstanding on the surface about the subject of British cuisine. This is mainly because British cuisine varies widely, depending on what part of the country you're visiting. The cuisine of London, for example, is far different from the cuisine of Yorkshire, or the cuisine of tiny, unfamiliar regions scattered across the country and virtually unknown to Americans. In my opini...
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- 2007-04-06 10:19:42 - Bread baking made easy!
- Don't you just hate it when you follow a recipe to the letter and when the bread baking is finished the bread not only looks nothing like the recipe book's picture, but tastes terrible as well?
There is no denying that bread baking as with baking anything is a delicate process.
Bread baking involves so many things that first time bakers are often discouraged after a f...