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- "food For The Soul" Recipes That Bring Families Together By : Stacey Moore
The term "soul food" dates back to the South and the days of slavery in the United States, although this cuisine's roots can truly be traced back to Africa. Slaves on the plantation would cook thrown-away meat, such as pig's feet, ham hocks and chitterlings, combined with the discarded tops of vegetables, all seasoned with various spices to add flavor to meals. Today, many of the same combinations make up many soul food dishes. The actual term "soul food" caught on in the 1960s, as "soul" began to be used in association with Black America.
Today, soul food is a tradition in most Black families, and one of the most impressive aspects about its evolution is that it was illegal for slaves to read or write, so the recipes, which would become tradition, were passed on to future generations through word of mouth. - "food Of The Future," 40 Years In The Making By : Wayne Ryan
Forty years ago, a first-class stamp cost a nickel, a new science fiction television show called "Star Trek" made its debut and a tasty topping began its crunchy history of enhancing salads, baked potatoes and Americans' cupboards. - A Charlotte That's A Peach Of A Fine Dessert By : Stacey Moore
Here's a fresh approach to using canned peaches as part of a memorable dessert.
Using canned peaches may help a cook cut down on preparation time, but it won't cut down on nutrition or taste. - A Classic Snack Delivers Even More By : Stacey Moore
Whether atop a batch of homemade chili or mixed into a flavorful taco salad, Americans continue to find new ways to include the classic crunch of a favorite snack chip.
The snack's versatility may be one reason that this simple yet delicious snack celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. - A Delicious Way To Eat Heart Smart. Canola Oil, Which Contains Healthy Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Makes A Great Vinaigrette For This Tasty Bean Salad. By : Wayne Ryan
You don't have to sacrifice great taste to be good to your heart. There are plenty of flavorful, nutritious foods-fresh vegetables, beans and some tasty oils-that offer a satisfyingly natural way to boost heart health. - A Dish That Sparkles With Essence Of The Tropics By : Stacey Moore
With a little ingenuity, you can create great combos for holiday meals that will add some new, fresh accents. For example, to prevent your next holiday from becoming boring and predictable, add some tropical flair to your menu and turn old favorites into exotic experiences. By serving a traditional ham with a sweet mango glaze, your meal can go from ordinary to extraordinary in minutes.
Happily, the mango is a versatile and delicious ingredient available year-round that can be added to a variety of special-occasion or everyday dishes. Since mangos are rich in vitamins A and C, they are a great addition to your healthy lifestyle. - A Few Wonderful Recipes for Beef By : rogerW
Beef is a terrifically versatile meat, but how many of us really understand get the best out if it. Here are two recipes for you that are sure to surprise and astonish your dinner guests. - A Marriage Of Crab And Corn "big Easy" Style By : Wayne Ryan
When many people think of beignets, they think of those wonderful, soft, pillow-like pastries sprinkled with confectionery sugar, served at Cafe Du Monde in the Old French Quarter. - A New Kind Of Holiday Toast-dark Sweet Cherries, Served Over Cake In A Martini Glass, Bring A Tasty Twist To Your Holiday Table By : Stacey Moore
Forget the dancing sugar plums. Here's a way to create an elegant and memorable holiday dessert in a snap using cherries. Some may appreciate the fact that while this dessert is full of holiday cheer, it can be made just as easily without the alcohol.
This one-of-a-kind martini-inspired dessert is made with frozen, dark sweet cherries that are grown and harvested in summer. Freezing captures the cherries' height of flavor and juiciness, making the sweet taste of summer available all year. Try substituting cherries-fresh or frozen-for raspberries, strawberries and other fruits in your favorite recipes. - A New Reason For Snacking On Raisins By : Stacey Moore
Here's sweet news for anyone who loves raisins but is concerned about keeping teeth healthy.
Recent research has shown that compounds found in California raisins fight the bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease. - A New Twist On An Old Dram-recipes To Bring Out The Irish In All By : Wayne Ryan
There's nothing better than hearty foods to chase away winter chills, and as a young man in Northern Ireland, Colum Egan relished the warming effect of his Mother's homemade soup. Today, as the master distiller of Old Bushmills Distillery in County Antrim-the world's oldest Irish whiskey-Egan still enjoys "heating his bones" with a big bowl of soup. - A Pancake Breakfast To Flip Over By : Stacey Moore
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but not all breakfast foods are created equal. Smart ingredient substitutions can make a profound impact on your meal's nutritional value. If you're looking for a pancake dish to flip over, here's one made of healthy whole grains and a delicious fruit topping that includes a zero-calorie sweetener.
Whole Wheat Pancakes (16 pancakes) - A Recipe Contest For California Raisin Lovers By : Stacey Moore
Dust off your recipe cards, pull out your mixing bowls and start preparing your favorite raisin recipes! This year, the California Raisin Marketing Board is sponsoring the California Raisins Wise Choices Recipe Contest, which will earn one raisin lover the grand prize of $10,000 cash.
Already thinking of your favorite raisin recipe? The 2007 California Raisins Wise Choices Recipe Contest runs now through June 30 and home cooks and bakers across the country may enter their favorite recipes using California natural and/or golden seedless raisins. - A Recipe for Bread By : Dipak Patra
The more I make bread, the more I am convinced of the importance of the kitchen being in the best position in the house. When we designed and built our house, I was determined that the kitchen should have a view and be on the front of the house. Now that it’s six-fifteen of a summer morning and I’m up early, kneading bread, because we’ve run out again, I’m especially happy to be looking out over a sun-soaked landscape to the distant mountains. Every time you make bread you’re guaranteed a good ten minutes of contemplation as you knead it, the mechanical rhythmic activity frees the mind to wander or switch off…very therapeutic. Having a view thrown in as well is just an added bonus. - A Recipe for Rye Bread By : Rajat
The more I make bread, the more I am convinced of the importance of the kitchen being in the best position in the house. When we designed and built our house, I was determined that the kitchen should have a view and be on the front of the house. Now that it’s six-fifteen of a summer morning and I’m up early, kneading bread, because we’ve run out again, I’m especially happy to be looking out over a sun-soaked landscape to the distant mountains. - A Simple Greek Spinach Pie Recipe By : Constantine Jameson
This is a fairly simple and easy to make recipe for Greek spinach pie known as spanakopita. - A Sizzling Way To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo By : Wayne Ryan
Cinco de Mayo not only marks a heralded Mexican holiday, but also provides an opportune time to bring out the grill and turn your backyard BBQ into fiesta. - A Surprising Lower-calorie Thanksgiving Dinner By : Stacey Moore
That annual Thanksgiving dinner can run as high as 4,000 calories, but there are some surprisingly simple ways to cut calories.
According to a recent LouAna Oil/Cajun Injector Marinade survey, 40 percent of adults say they consume more than 2,000 calories during their annual dinner and 8 percent say they consume more than 4,000 calories. Most of those surveyed say they plan to keep a closer watch on their calories this year. - A Time-saver And Dinner On The Table By : Stacey Moore
We Americans, on average, work more hours out of the day than the majority of the rest of the world. So while we still enjoy a well-prepared gourmet meal, sitting down with a good book, good company or spending time outdoors, we don't always have time for it.
In today's get-up-and-go atmosphere, timesaving tips can make our days go much smoother, and simple steps can allow us to make the most out of the small pleasures. For example, picking out our outfits the night before, setting our coffee- makers to auto brew, keeping chopped veggies and fruits in the fridge and packing up the kids' lunches or lunch money in the evening are just a few easy tips to save us time and subtract some stress out of our daily morning routines. - A Versatile Main Dish Salad By : Stacey Moore
To brighten mealtimes, fresh fruits and vegetables can be combined with high-quality, lower-fat protein in an easy, healthful yet elegant salad.
Chicken or turkey parts can be quickly prepared on the grill, arranged or tossed with sparkling greens plus the key ingredient that marries all flavors and textures: mild yet distinctive, mellow-nutty Jarlsberg cheese. - A Week's Worth Of Tips For Empty Nesters By : Wayne Ryan
My former neighbor, Mary Young, a relatively new empty nester, remarked on how free she feels with her nine kids out of the house. This feeling is common. Joy Smith, author of "The Empty Nest Cookbook," encourages people to take advantage of it: "For the first time in years you can cook because you want to, not because you must. You have fewer people and palates to please, so cook in ways you've never dared." - Acai Berries The New Super Fruit By : Lisa Velinski
Berries and chocolate. Generally a great combination, right? What if there was a berry that had a cocoa flavor in it? Well as nature would have it, there is. This extraordinarily nutritious berry is called the acai berry (pronounced a-sigh-ee). Even though it dosn't taste exactly like pure chocoalate it contains the bitterness of cocoa. - Add Mangos To A Traditional Favorite By : Stacey Moore
One of the best ways to complete an excellent family meal is to include something flavorful, warm and sweet in your dish. Take a traditional Mexican favorite-the tamale-and sweeten with delicious mangos, one of the world's most popular fruits.
The mango is a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be added to a variety of traditional dishes and can be part of a healthy lifestyle. Perfect for any occasion or meal-from a hearty breakfast to the perfect side dish-mangos are available year-round. - Add Tropical Flavor To Sunday Brunch By : Wayne Ryan
There are some mornings when savoring the warm gooey goodness of a sticky bun provides an escape from routine. What better way to give this American classic fresh new flavors than adding the tropical tones of mangos and macadamia nuts. - Affordable Gourmet-style Recipes By : Ila.Bhatt
Bumble Bee provides some delightful, recipe ideas made with canned tuna’s new gold label Prime Fillet. Keep this gourmet quality solid white albacore tuna ready in the pantry for parties, unexpected guests or family get-together. - Almond, Almonds Everywhere By : Stacey Moore
More people are calling almonds their favorite nut-and they are putting their almonds where their mouths are. Over the past six years, American almond consumption has increased by 11 percent per year.
From roasted and seasoned almonds in creative, portable packaging to almond granola bars, energy bars and breakfast bars to entrees and vegetable dishes, almonds are found in a variety of new food products. - America, Get Ready: It's Time To Cook Out! By : Wayne Ryan
Just in time for the cookout season, the country's top grilling cities were revealed, naming the Show Me State's St. Louis as number one. - Any Time Can Be The Right Time For Cherries By : Stacey Moore
Canned, frozen and dried tart cherries are a welcome ingredient in just about any pantry. This versatile, nutritious fruit can play a tasty role in a wide variety of meals.
For example, when the weather turns crisp, here is a fun variation on traditional cherry pie. It can be a great addition to family get-togethers, school gatherings, even for a fall picnic. It's quick and easy to prepare, and the ingredients are easy to have on hand. - Any Way You Slice It, This Is The Rebirth Of A Legend By : Stacey Moore
Any way you slice it, a knife that was developed in close cooperation with a renowned professional chef is bound to be sought after in the kitchen.
The new knife line from the well-known J.A. Henckels, Twin™ Four Star II, is the rebirth of the Classic Four Star series first introduced in 1976. The original Four Star series went on to become the most popular upscale knife in the world. The new Twin Four Star II knives are manufactured using a newly improved process from a single piece of exclusive-formula, high-carbon, no-stain steel. Today, these Sigmaforge knives bring an all-new level of quality and performance to upscale cutlery. - Artichokes: A Fun, Quick & Healthy Veggie By : Wayne Ryan
If you're looking for something to liven up your meal, artichokes offer a terrific, tasty solution. This culinary favorite is fun to eat, can be quick to prepare and completes a "green serving" of the 5 a Day the Color Way regimen. - Avocados Add A Surprising Twist To Holiday Dishes By : Stacey Moore
Since the holiday season can be a busy time, cooking that is quick and easy, yet elegant enough to make an impression, is a gift in itself. This year, try using avocados to add an unexpected and delicious touch to favorite holiday dishes. Thanks to great-tasting imports from Chile, Hass avocados are available during the fall and winter months, and can transform popular holiday recipes into sophisticated appetizers, snacks and entrees.
Hass avocados can add creamy texture, vibrant color and a surprising twist to a variety of traditional holiday dishes like stuffing, salads and cranberry dressing. - Bake Up Some Cookies For Family Fun By : Wayne Ryan
There's lots of reasons parents are baking with their kids these days. The delicious result is of course on the list. But more importantly, baking with children is a great way to spend time with them and to teach them things at the same time you're all having fun. - Baking Priest Says Bread Brings Meaning And Tradition To Easter By : Wayne Ryan
When immigrants from the four corners of Europe came to America, they brought a variety of traditional Easter bread recipes. Now chocolate Easter bunnies, yellow marshmallow chicks and jelly beans signify the holiday but at one time families served Easter breads, which are rich in symbolism and history. - Best Recipes: Chicken Vegetable Soup By : # Donna Monday
Eat your chicken soup! You’ll gladly comply when you taste this scrumptious homemade chicken soup. It’s perfect for a cozy lunch or to give to someone who’s feeling a little under the weather. This is truly chicken soup for the hungry soul. - Best Recipes: Hot Cross Buns By : # Donna Monday
Hot cross buns! Hot cross buns! One a penny. Two a penny. Hot cross buns. Now you don’t have to charge for these warm, delicious sweet buns, but don’t be surprised if you get paid in compliments.
2 (1/4 oz.) packages active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110 to 115 degrees)
1 cup warm milk (110 to 115 degrees)
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
6-1/2 to 7 cups all purpose flour
4 eggs
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried currants (optional) - Best Recipes: Ice Cream Cookie Pizza By : chandisantra
Spread ice cream evenly over cooled cookie. Freeze until firm (1 to 2 hours).
To serve, cut into wedges; top with desired topping. - Best Recipes: Penne Pasta Salad By : # Donna Monday
Hearty penne pasta mixed with cherry tomatoes, peppers and onions, olives, Italian dressing and seasonings. A great side dish for chicken, beef, pork and fish. - Best Recipes: Raisin Broccoli Salad By : # Donna Monday
What a great way to get someone you love to eat their broccoli! This salad has eye-popping color - green broccoli, orange carrots, white onions, and lots of texture and flavor with the sweet raisins and crunchy walnuts. - Best Recipes: Strawberry Coffee Cake By : # Donna Monday
This delicious strawberry coffee cake has a hidden surprise inside that makes each bite a delightful fruit and nut filled experience.
1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 (8 oz.) cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped - Best Recipes: Tomato Soup Surprise By : # Donna Monday
Okay, can you guess what the surprise is in this soup? If you said peanut butter, you’re right! If you’re in the mood for something different, this soup hits the spot.
1 (10-3/4 oz.) can tomato soup, undiluted
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
1-1/3 cups milk
2 tablespoons cheddar cheese, shredded
Additional cheddar cheese - Better Brownies, Better Taste, Better Nutrition By : Wayne Ryan
Brownies just keep getting better and better. Moist, chewy and so easy, these Fudgy-Fig-Nut Brownies are made with rich dark chocolate, crunchy toasted walnuts and surprise-sweet, delicious figs. Taste and health have joined together with simple directions to deliver brownies fit for every day or special occasions such as Father's Day, Fourth of July and birthdays. - Blueberry Salsa Sparkles With Flavor By : Wayne Ryan
Pepper in fruit salsa? If you think it sounds odd, just try this colorful salsa. Blended with blueberries and other fruit, dashes of red and black pepper add just enough heat to kindle a delicious combination. - Braces-friendly Recipes Can Keep Kids Smiling By : Stacey Moore
Most parents would agree that cooking for kids can be difficult, but when children have braces, the task can seem especially daunting. From sore teeth to picky eating habits, finding something that suits everyone in the family can become a real challenge.
"Comfort" is key when preparing holiday goodies, special treats and everyday meals. - Breakfast For Dinner Can Be A Delicious. Start To Making Memorable Meals By : Stacey Moore
Rather than making another boring meal of turkey pot- pie or chicken surprise or ordering an unhealthy calorie-filled pizza, why not consider having breakfast for dinner?
Breakfast foods are easy to prepare and help provide the much-needed nutritional benefits your family needs. Eggs are already a popular breakfast ingredient, and using better-tasting, healthier eggs, such as Eggland's Best (EB), can spruce up your dinner menu and help gather everyone around the table. - Bring A Touch Of China To Your Kitchen By : Stacey Moore
Chinese food is perennially popular among Americans. Whether it's a casual dinner or a large celebration, the Chinese restaurant is likely to be a dining destination.
Every region of the United States has Chinese restaurants, and some well-known dishes were in fact invented in this country, such as chop suey and fortune cookies. - Brownie Inspires Cupcake By : Wayne Ryan
The allure of the cupcake has gone beyond children's party fare. All the world, it seems, has a passion for cupcakes these days. Cupcake bakeries are opening across the country. Cookbooks devoted to the art of the cupcake are turning up in bookstores. - Build A Better Burger By : Stacey Moore
The traditional hamburger will always have a special place on America's plate, but as people seek new flavor options and continue to discover the nutritional benefits of veggie patties, taste buds are embracing a whole new definition of "burger."
Many restaurants that offer burgers on their menus now also offer veggie alternatives, and the frozen food aisles in grocery stores are stocked with an increasing array of options. From black bean burgers to cheddar burgers, these veggie creations come in a variety of flavors and can be conveniently cooked in the microwave, conventional oven or toaster oven. - Busy Day Slow-cooker Meals By : Wayne Ryan
Fix it and forget it! Start dinner in the morning, go to work, run errands and come home to a piping hot supper. It couldn't be easier with the recipes that use a slow-cooker. - Buttery Garlic Bread Offers Taste Of California By : Stacey Moore
When it comes to a great-tasting accompaniment to pasta and salads, many like to reach for the garlic bread. After all, what could be more delicious or easy to prepare? But this is a case in which the name does not tell the whole story.
Many good cooks know that if you want garlic bread to be really flavorful, you add butter. The butter adds a richness that works especially well with the flavor of lightly toasted fresh garlic. - Cajun-fried Turkey Wraps For Your Next Football Party By : Stacey Moore
According to a new LouAna Peanut Oil/Cajun Injector Marinade survey taken by Opinion Research, 38 percent of the people polled plan on getting together with friends or relatives to watch college or NFL football on TV this season. And many say the quality of the food is as important as the game.
"Football fans want great-tasting food that allows you to fill up your plate quickly and get back in front of the TV so you don't miss a great play," says LouAna Peanut Oil spokesman Patrick Mould, chef/owner of Louisiana Culinary Enterprises and author of "Recipes from a Chef." - California-style Buttered Pasta Is Easy And Delicious By : Wayne Ryan
California and Italy have much in common, which explains why many simple Italian dishes featuring fresh ingredients are popular in the Golden State. One dish that deliciously merges the Old World with the new is California-Style Buttered Pasta. - Canadian Bacon Now An American Favorite By : Wayne Ryan
The phrase "pass the bacon" is beginning to have a more nutritious meaning for millions of health-conscious Americans incorporating Canadian bacon into their diets. - Canned Pears: Always Ripe And "pear-fect" By : Wayne Ryan
Milder weather not only means blue skies and blooming flowers, it's the start of outdoor gatherings. It's also a great excuse to switch up the menu. Salads and kabobs are favorites during warmer months and canned fruit can easily enhance a recipe. Canned Bartlett pears are always ripe, ready to eat and contain virtually no fat or cholesterol. So next time you host a get-together, add a little sweetness to the feast with this pantry staple. Try serving Blueberry, Pear and Apricot Salad with Almonds or Barbecued Pear and Chicken Kabobs to family and guests. - Carrot Ice Cream Pie By : # Donna Monday
A unique and tasty summer treat, this carrot pie will remind you of orange sherbet.
1-1/3 (21 squares) cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cups packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup lemonade concentrate
2-1/4 cups chopped carrots
1/4 cup sugar
1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened - Carve Out Family Time With Sunday Sit-down Meals By : Stacey Moore
It can be easier than many realize to stay connected over sit-down family meals. Slow- roasted American Lamb can make for a great Sunday meal. Gather the family and start the week off with a hearty Family Favorite Lamb Leg with Roasted Potatoes.
Spice and the sweet tang of orange make this juicy dish likely to satisfy the entire family and one they'll want to enjoy again. Roasting requires little preparation and lets you take your time cooking. - Catch The Wave-delicious Seafood Dishes By : Stacey Moore
Anytime is the perfect time to plan quality family meals from the comfort of home. And as the pace of life speeds up, it is more important than ever to make informed food choices for you and your family. When time is short, quick and easy recipes are the key. So is good nutrition, making seafood a perfect fit for any family's menu.
Seafood is praised as an excellent source of lean protein that is also low in total and saturated fat. But you might not know that these tasty fruits of the sea are also rich in vitamins and minerals, making it an ideal nutrient-packed dish. Minerals such as iron, selenium and calcium and vitamins A and D are found in various types of seafood, and these are all nutrients our bodies need for good health. - Catfish On A Roll-in Less Than 10 Minutes By : Wayne Ryan
Sandwiches are a staple for most of us, but it's easy to get in a rut, making or ordering the same old thing. Why not break out of the boring routine with a Southern-style po' boy stuffed with crispy-coated U.S. farm-raised catfish and all the trimmings? In less than 10 minutes, this world-class sandwich is ready to enjoy. - Celebrate Blueberry Season With A Classic By : Stacey Moore
Summer is the season for blueberries and there are so many healthful ways to celebrate them-on cereal in the morning, tossed into a salad for lunch or to just pop in your mouth anytime like candy.
And for summer get-togethers, try something special-Blueberry Shortcakes, an updated version of a great American classic. The simply delicious blueberry sauce takes less than 10 minutes to prepare; the quick shortcakes are so easy that even the kids can help. On another day, serve the blueberry sauce over yogurt and granola, ice cream or pound cake. - Celebrate Spring With Delicious Brunch By : Wayne Ryan
Delicious and satisfying, Tomato-Bacon Quiche is perfect for a springtime brunch. Better yet, it's fast and easy to make. The frozen pie crust is ready to bake in its own pan and the ingredients take only a few minutes to assemble. - Celebrating A Milestone With Semi-homemade Chef Sandra Lee By : Wayne Ryan
Remember the smell of freshly baked raisin oatmeal cookies when you were little? Chances are, sitting on the counter while your mother was baking them was a red box with the memorable image of a woman in a red bonnet holding a tray of freshly picked grapes. - Celebrating The Season With Seafood By : Stacey Moore
Seafood is a wonderful holiday food. In addition to being delicious and healthy, many varieties of fish can be made in a flash. However, while more than 85 percent of Americans say they currently eat seafood, only 20 percent meet government recommendations of two servings of fish or seafood each week.
To help your family and friends enjoy the great taste and health benefits of seafood, try adding some shellfish, such as oysters and shrimp, to holiday recipes. Shellfish offers a sweet and distinct flavor and it provides excellent nutritional benefits. Shellfish is high in protein, low in fat, and rich in vitamins and minerals such as iron. The heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids are also found in shellfish. - Changing Pizza Trends By : Kelly Church
The article discusses the changing trends of pizza toppings in the pizza industry. It gives examples of traditional pizza toppings versus nontraditional pizza toppings. It also discusses the entrance of the gourmet food industry into the pizza industry. - Chef John Folse On How To Cook Delicious Shrimp By : Wayne Ryan
Famous Louisiana Chef John Folse is a man with a deep, warm voice. And when he speaks about Louisiana food, there's no doubt where his heart is. - Cherries Are The Pick Of The Season By : Wayne Ryan
In the summer, life is a bowl of cherries. The long, warm days have produce sections brimming with big, juicy, sweet cherries. To promote the nutritional benefits of fresh produce, there's the Pick of the Season, a public health initiative spotlighting seasonal fruit and vegetables, with recipes this quarter for cherries, a produce selection that travels from the great Northwest right to you. - Chinese Food By : Kavita
Chinese food 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? - Chinese Recipe of Beef With Broccoli By : ArticleBoss
Beef With Broccoli is a classic when it comes to chinese cooking. It makes a perfect plate for almost all occasions. - Chocolate Pudding Goes Upscale With Amaretto Figs By : Stacey Moore
Chocolate lovers rejoice! Here's an easy yet elegant recipe for rich, dark chocolate pudding that features California dried figs. Sitting atop silky, smooth chocolate pudding are sweet, luscious amaretto-infused figs. Succulent, dark purple Mission figs and amber-colored, slightly nutty-flavored Golden figs are sliced and steeped in almond-flavored liqueur and spooned on top or layered in the middle of the chocolate pudding. Reminiscent of desserts of the past, this modern-day pudding could easily grace the tables of America's top restaurants.
Not only is this pudding sinfully rich, it's also nutritionally packed with calcium, fiber, protein, antioxidants and more. Thanks to the nutrition prowess of figs and the antioxidant contribution of dark chocolate, a serving of Chocolate Pudding with Amaretto Figs contributes health-promoting antioxidants and an amazing 10 grams protein, 314 milligrams calcium and 6 grams dietary fiber-quite a nutritional accomplishment for such a delicious dessert. One taste and you'll think twice before buying another box of pudding mix. - Choosing Healthful Fruit Snacks In Winter Easier Than Ever By : Stacey Moore
Craving the bright flavors of fresh fruit when it's blustery and bleak outside? Head to your nearest supermarket and hit the produce aisle. All the sweetness of summer awaits you in berries, plums, peaches, nectarines and grapes direct from balmy Chile. With upside down seasons, farmers in Chile harvest favorite summer fruits while North American orchards rest.
Running along the western side of South America, this long narrow country spans from arid desert in the north to chilling glaciers in the south. Mountain ranges create valleys with an ideal climate for producing high-quality fresh fruits. With over half a million acres of fruit-producing land and one of the world's more sophisticated packing infrastructures (including cold storage facilities and packing stations throughout the fruit-growing regions), Chile is able to send high-quality fresh fruit to the United States by both air and sea. That's terrific news for everyone interested in healthful fruit snacks all year long. - Citrus Fruit Sweetens The Deal By : Stacey Moore
If the saying is true, then everything is bigger in Texas. But does that include the health benefits of eating the state's citrus fruit?
It just might. Texas Grapefruit and Texas Oranges are both fat-free, cholesterol-free and sodium-free. They're also around 60 to 80 calories per medium half, high in vitamin C and contain dietary fiber. - Classic Caesar Salad Offers Versatile Delights By : Stacey Moore
Here are a few tasteful facts about one of America's favorite meals, the Caesar salad.
• Named not for the Roman leader but for the restaurant owner in Mexico who invented it, the dish was originally made of greens (classically, romaine lettuce) with a garlic vinaigrette dressing, but now many add chicken, seafood and even steak in its many variations. - Cook Like A Five-star Chef This Holiday Season By : Stacey Moore
From television shows that teach you to make a meal in less than 30 minutes to classes led by professionally trained chefs, Americans are hooked on learning how to cook. However, for all the passion and interest so many have in this craft, it's not often we have enough time to work on refining it. With the holiday season just around the corner, there is no better time to channel your inner chef and try your hand at creating a variety of easy-to-make gourmet dishes.
Make this a holiday to remember with a little help from Pepperidge Farm and original recipes from world-renowned chefs at The Culinary Institute of America. - Cook Some Delicious Beef Recipes From The UK By : James Lanka
A few Yummy beef recipes from the UK. There is much more that can be done with beef that cooking it plain over the grill as a steak. Bon Appetit from The UK Recipe Archive! - Cookies Get Healthier With Whole Grains By : Stacey Moore
Whole grains are an important part of any healthy diet but often they're not the most tasty item on your daily menu. Once you've made the decision to add whole grains to your diet, the easiest place to start might be-perhaps surprisingly-with cookies. After all, who doesn't indulge in cookies? According to the new cookbook King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking, "Studies show that when American bakers turn on the oven, they're more likely to bake cookies than anything else."
Cookies are sweet and flavorful, full of chips and nuts, candy and dried fruit. And that's why they're so easy to convert to whole grain. Exchange whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour in a cookie laden with dark-brown sugar, butter, toasted pecans and chocolate chips and no one will be the wiser. - Cooking Recipes – Know Where To Look For Success By : dave (Author)
Have you ever had the craving for a particular dish or meal, but cannot seem to find a recipe for it? If this sounds like you, there is no need to fret. The fact of the matter is that recipes are available all over the place. Just because you are not a master chef does not mean that you cannot find cooking recipes. If you know where to look for recipes you should never have any problem getting started with your next delicious meal.
Here are three places that you can find cooking recipes without having to spend hours looking for them. - Cooking Up Family Fun By : Stacey Moore
A new entertainment package is sure to satisfy a girl's craving for some berry-licious fun.
A new DVD, "Strawberry Shortcake: Cooking Up Fun," comes with a 12-page cookbook filled with recipes, activities and special memories that can help bring moms and daughters together for fun activities. - Cooking Up Kiwi Cuisine By : Wayne Ryan
Stemming from its British Colonial heritage, culinary culture in New Zealand has long been characterized by straightforward fodder such as steak and fries, fish and chips and baked meats. However, driven by the demands of increasingly sophisticated tourists to the region and influenced by both Asian and Pacific flavors, New Zealand cuisine has quickly evolved to cater to gourmet tastes. Today's New Zealand menus combine the incredibly fresh produce, meat and seafood with an eclectic mix of indigenous plants and exotic vegetables to create complex, flavorful dishes. - Cooking Wines Uncork The Flavor Of Any Dish By : Stacey Moore
The right cooking wine makes a splash at most any meal. Whether you're using it to add tang to a beef dish, add sweetness to chicken or simply to make dips for dumplings, good cooking wines help turn everyday dishes into meals worth remembering.
Cooking wines such as Holland House Cooking Wines can be used with a variety of entrees, including chicken, beef and seafood dishes, but can also be added to dressings and glazes. - Cooking With America's Ultimate Tailgater By : Stacey Moore
Avid tailgaters are often more passionate about the tailgating itself than the events at which they celebrate. This is certainly the case for Cathy Phillips, a resident of Chincoteague Island, Virginia, who was named "America's Ultimate Tailgater" at The Tailgate of a Lifetime Tailgating Championship.
Having gone head to head with four other finalists, Phillips' three-course meal and over-the-top decorations led to her being awarded $10,000 cash and an ultimate tailgating prize pack by event sponsor Lifetime Products. Here are just a few of the tailgating tips that aided her on the road to victory: - Cream Cheese Recipes By : Audrey Okaneko
When I think of cream cheese, I immediately think of bagels. I love bagels and cream cheese. However cream cheese is wonderful in many other recipes. - Creating The All-american Hamburger By : Wayne Ryan
Each year, Americans consume about 38 billion hamburgers. An enduring favorite, hamburgers are an iconic American food. - Creating Your Own Pizza By : Audrey Okaneko
My kids have both always loved pizza. We discovered some great easy pizza recipes over the years. It can get very costly to keep ordering pizza from the local take out places. So, we began making our own pizzas and today, 20 years later, my kids still love the homemade pizza over the take out pizza. - Delicious Breads To Help You Close The Whole Grain Gap By : Wayne Ryan
Many Americans view themselves as healthy eaters and, according to a recent survey on the subject, 45 percent say they adhere to a healthy diet. But there may only be a grain of truth to that self-reported percentage. - Delicious Desserts: Simple Minty Treats By : Stacey Moore
When the weather outside is frightful there's nothing more delightful than delicious peppermint treats. Following a day of playing in the snow or during a family gathering, a dessert-making activity can be a fun way to get the whole family involved.
With easy recipes such as the Make-Your-Own Sundaes and Coconut Snowballs, both made with Dreyer's/Edy's Slow Churned® Ice Cream, there is sure to be a peppermint delight everyone will enjoy. And with half the fat and one-third fewer calories than regular ice cream, no one has to leave feeling guilty. - Deliciously Creative Gift Giving Ideas By : Stacey Moore
Make the holiday season unforgettable for family and friends this year by giving the gift that everyone loves-food.
Whether it's preparing a batch of cookies, or even a home-cooked meal, the most memorable gifts are those that come from the heart. - Delivery? Make Your Own By : Kelly Church
This article offers the benefits of making a pizza at home instead of calling up the local pizza joint for delivery. Besides being easy, making your own pizza is healthier, cheaper, and much more fun than waiting on the delivery guy. - Dips For Entertaining By : Audrey Okaneko
Whenever I plan on having guests over, I always think of various dip recipes I have. To me, a party is just not a party without an assortment of dips with a combination of both vegetable and chips to accompany the dips. - Discover "delish" Dishes With Minimal Prep Time By : Stacey Moore
Here's good news for time-starved cooks who day after day have to dig up a delicious meal idea to feed their family.
Many home cooks seek out something new to serve for dinner that's not only delicious, but also fast (20 minutes) and easy to prepare. The Fleischmann's Yeast test kitchens have developed two tasty and simple 1-Dish meals that will soon become your own family's favorites-and yours, too. - Discover A Cool Way To Eat Healthy By : Wayne Ryan
It's hot. You're at the pool. You crave something light and refreshing but don't want to spend too much time in the kitchen. Why not mix things up with frozen fruit? - Discovering Barbeque Recipes That Will Become Your New Favorite By : David Ross
You'll have more than your share of fans if you enjoy grilling and do it well. Family and friends who have had some of your grilling will undoubtedly be up for being involved any time you decide to grill. It's a great idea to test out new barbecue recipes often. Everyone loves their favorite meals - Dish Up A Delicious Ham And Cheese Scramble By : Stacey Moore
Family dinner is important. But sometimes finding a delicious meal that everyone in the family will enjoy is even harder than getting them to the table. And even harder is putting a little variety into that dull, weekly menu. A new product from Betty Crocker is making it easier to prepare a variety of delicious home-cooked meals that will please the entire family.
One food moms can always count on is potatoes. Delicious and simple, potatoes are a food everyone loves. But unfortunately, they can also take a long time to prepare. In just a fraction of the time it takes to cook raw potatoes, the first skillet-style, brown-and-serve potato dish, Seasoned Skillets Potatoes, will give consumers a variety of perfectly seasoned, crispy potatoes. Simply add water, heat, mix in the seasoning, brown and you can serve great-tasting, crispy potatoes without all the hassle. - Dishing Out Healthy And Delicious Meals By : Wayne Ryan
People with a gift for serving up delicious-but healthful-dishes say it's important to present food that tastes good, is made with natural ingredients and is good for you. Fortunately, that doesn't have to mean skipping many classic recipes. These tips may help: - Do Away With Dry Bbq In One Surefire Move By : Wayne Ryan
Barbecued chicken is a staple for most backyard cooks. When done right, it's a wonderful thing; when wrong, well, it's like gnawing on barbecued shoe leather. The problem is, chicken doesn't come rare or medium but for safety reasons it comes prepared one way-done, and prolonged exposure to high heat, as a rule, saps the juices out. But it doesn't have to be that way. There is one way to have your barbecued chicken served at its juiciest-brined. - Drink In The Sweet Tastes Of The Season-and Still Fit Into Your Clothes By : Stacey Moore
It's time to break out your umbrellas-the paper kind, that is! No beach, barbecue or backyard party is complete without a cool, refreshing beverage. Fun and fruity drinks are delicious but can be loaded with empty calories from sugar. To slim down these libations, Sweet'N Low®, America's original zero-calorie sweetener, suggests tasty new beverages that can be dressed up with spirits and mixers, or served as is for family-friendly occasions.
Berry Special Sparkler - Easy And Delicious Fiesta Fare By : Stacey Moore
Here's food for thought: Smooth and creamy Hass avocados from Mexico are great when you want to create simple--yet innovative--fiesta fare. Easy and delicious twists on two of the most popular dishes in the country--the BLT (a perennial favorite) and deviled eggs (one of the most popular hors d'oeuvres in America) can mean you spend less time in the kitchen and more time with friends and family.
Mexican Mini BLTs - Easy-breezy Lemon Meringue Pie By : Adam Johnes
Lemon Meringue Pie seems to say warm weather, maybe because it's as yellow as sunshine and has clouds of sweet meringue. Simple to love, it was a real challenge to make until now.
Here's a recipe that's quick and easy but still has that homemade flavor you crave. Starting with a lemon bar mix gives it a luscious citrus flavor, while eggs and sugar make it taste so fresh and rich. And the crust? Golden, buttery and sweet. - Easy-does-it Entertaining By : Stacey Moore
The recipe for stress-free holiday entertaining always includes some baking shortcuts. Tasty, ready-made ingredients can save cooks enough time to actually celebrate the season. For example, this satisfying confection is simple enough to make even time-starved cooks merry.
Cup O' Cappuccino - Eating Healthy And Staying Fit With The Perfect Recipes By : # David Yuri
Eating everything you want and staying fit used to be a contradiction because you just couldn’t eat anything you craved for and stay in great shape as well. It’s not impossible anymore. Specialists have developed methods to make you look great and feel healthy even if you eat food you were not normally allowed to in the past. What’s the secret? You have to stick to a steady schedule, use good recipes to cook and exercise from time to time. Nutritionists have come up with programs that allow you to eat as much as you like without gaining one pound by teaching you to live a happy healthy life. You can now forget the starvation method and the holding back from food frustrations and just stay slim having a normal life - Edible Gifts For Thanksgiving By : Stacey Moore
Whether you're planning your own Thanksgiving get-together or you've been invited somewhere special and you're wondering what to bring, a delicious cranberry pecan pie can be the answer. This remarkable blend of two traditional favorites is a match made in heaven.
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries - Egg Fried Rice. By : samuelcarrenho
I’ve pondered long and hard what recipe or Asian food I shall blog about. After much thought, I decided to share with you the humble “Egg Fried Rice”.
Why the Egg Fried Rice, you might ask? Well, for starters, the very first dish I learnt to cook (after “graduating” from frying eggs) was Egg Fried Rice. I was only 11 years old then. It is a simple dish and sure fills the stomach. It is also popular in most chinese restaurants and take-aways. - Eggg-cellent Recipes from Eggg-tradordinary Chefs By : Amy Dunn
Need an "egg-cuse" to make something delicious and healthy? Our coop of culinary creators have developed a cornucopia of magnificent recipes.
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