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- Easy Casserole Recipes - Ground Beef Casseroles - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Reggie BeanCasseroles are a great way to make a hearty, inexpensive meal for your family. My favorite ingredient to use in them is ground beef. There are countless recipes you can come up with using ground beef in your casserole dishes. If you have ground beef in your home, odds are you can put together ...
Views: 2323(5 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: 2205(5 votes) - Healthy Eating on a Shoestring Budget - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kathryn BeachIf you only had $300 a month to spend on groceries for a family of four, could you do it? Maybe you would need more than $300, but this guide to eating on $300 a month will show you the basics so you will know how to add on if necessary. Whatever your reason for having a tight budget, the ...
Views: 7027(5 votes) - Mixing is More Important Than Baking in Christmas Cake Recipes - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrHave you ever taken the results of your family’s Christmas cake recipe out of the oven and been disappointed? How can the same recipe created year after year always come out differently? “Why didn’t my cake BAKE correctly?” I’m here to tell you that the problem with most home baking ...
Views: 674(5 votes) - Poaching is the Path to More Quick Dishes - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrI’m so happy to share more quick dishes for everyday cooking with you. Earlier this week, I caught a Taco Fish and helped you discover the simplicity of a basic breading procedure you can use on any ingredient in your pantry. In the time it takes most people to just FIND the right recipe, I ...
Views: 1166(5 votes) - Quick and Easy to Make Meatloaf Recipes - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Reggie BeanWhen you talk about good old fashioned comfort foods, meatloaf has to be near the top of the list. Not only is it quick and easy to make, it can also be very inexpensive and made with ingredients you already have in your kitchen. The recipe possibilities are endless. All you need is a ground ...
Views: 1071(5 votes) - Recipe for Grilled Organic Chicken and Hamburger Tortilla Wraps (For a Family of 4) - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.This is a low-fat, sugar and salt-free grilled meal that reduces the exposure to gluten in breads, synthetic addictive chemicals and factory farmed meats. The recipe will provide left-over bacon, tortillas, onions and condiments to be used for other meals. Total Cooking Time: 30 minutes (the ...
Views: 1551(10 votes) - Veggie Trivia - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Deborah McIncrowTypically, however not always, complaints and concerns regarding this food group surface more often from numerous Lovely Ladies than any of the other food groups in our repertoire. The usual comments boil down to tasteless selections, queries as to their use and questions noting their flavor ...
Views: 1889(5 votes) - Ways To Save Money Grocery Shopping - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Steve GillmanOf all the ways to save money grocery shopping, the one that comes to mind first for most people is probably using manufacturers' coupons. Unfortunately, this is not only time consuming, but it rarely saves you much money. That's because even with the coupon a given product is usually more than ...
Views: 1420(5 votes) - ***Bacon Flavored Red Meat Treat You Don't Have to be a Man to Eat (Recipes for You, You Don't Cook!) - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromPeel about half a head of garlic and leave it in tiny pieces in your food chopper. If you don't have a food chopper, get one – and for now just smash the garlic in a baggie with a hammer. This will motivate you to get a food chopper. I know this! Cut any red meat into bite-sized thin ...
Views: 3510(6 votes) - ***Ginger Honey Soy Coffee - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromGINGER HONEY SOY COFFEE You would never know coffee is under all this when you are done. Even if you don't like coffee, you will adore this. Forget those $5 lattes. The Cowboy Bible says “Drink thy coffee hot and strong and black,” but all the cowboys but one that I served this to ...
Views: 3569(6 votes) - ***The Lava Lamp Drink: Just Looking At It Makes You Feel Good! - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Emily Erickson-SandstromEMILY'S ELIXIR a/k/a The Lava Lamp Drink You can feel good looking at this drink. Find 3 champagne flutes (glasses. Tall, stemmed, slim tulip shape a/k/a “champagne glasses”) for each person. This shape is necessary for the lava lamp effect. Have a bottle of Cook's champagne – if ...
Views: 4853(3 votes) - 10-Minute Fresh Berry Dessert with Yogurt and Chocolate - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from George MateljanThis 10-minute dessert combines our favorite flavors in a quick and easy way that is rich tasting, yet healthier than many desserts. The chocolate is a great complement to the berries and yogurt. It is perfect for those moments when you want to enjoy this wonderful combination of ...
Views: 1647(3 votes) - 15 Minute Halibut with Avocado Salsa - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from George MateljanThe halibut in this recipe is high in protein and low in calories. Its mild flavor is complemented by the spicy taste of the salsa. You also get the added boost of vitamin A from the tomatoes and heart-healthy monounsatured fats from the avocados in the salsa. One serving provides 90% of the ...
Views: 1784(3 votes) - 15-Minute Broiled Chicken Salad - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from George MateljanThis quick and easy chicken salad is a perfect lunch or light dinner, making it easy for you to enjoy a great tasting way to receive the health benefits of chicken and salad greens. Our Quick Broil method of cooking helps seal in the chicken's juices making it more tender and flavorful. Feel ...
Views: 1517(3 votes) - 5 Spice Salmon - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from George MateljanThe balanced flavor in this Asian flavored dish with the 5 Chinese spices is wonderful. This is a surprising dish that is both light, yet very flavorful. It is full of nutrition and very simple to prepare. Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 1 lb salmon filet cut ...
Views: 1389(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: 1462(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: 1462(3 votes) - Don’t Leave Shirred Eggs Off Your Menu For Brunch - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrIf you’re writing a menu for brunch, don’t forget Shirred Eggs. They’re extremely simple, can be made well in advance, and make a great table presentation. People love foods in individual serving dishes. In my many years of Catering, I’ve seen the trends come and go, but high visual appeal ...
Views: 1158(3 votes) - Easy Recipes For Easter Sunday - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2010 from Reggie BeanAlong with Christmas and Thanksgiving, Easter is a holiday that is always accompanied by a major meal. My family usually has ham as the centerpiece, but have also enjoyed roast beef, turkey and duck. To me, the most enjoyable part of a holiday feast are the side dishes. There are countless ...
Views: 900(3 votes) - Easy Recipes For Mother's Day - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Reggie BeanMother's Day is coming up, which means it's time to show your appreciation for your mom, wife or other mother in your life. One of the easiest ways to show your love is by taking over the cooking duties for your Mother's Day breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. Since the mom usually does the ...
Views: 899(3 votes) - Ew, What's That Smell: How Can Stinky Cheese Taste So Good? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from Sara KahnFeet, socks, BO. We are not talking about the locker room but the aroma of some of the world's most delectable foods - gourmet cheese. One step into a fine cheese shop and it's easy to be overwhelmed with the foul fragrance. To some it's offensive and to others it's heavenly. With most foods, ...
Views: 1566(3 votes) - Fresh Tomato Salsa - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from George MateljanThis is a fresh tasting salsa that can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Use only vine ripened tomatoes if at all possible when they are in season for the best flavor. If there are any green seeds inside they are not ripe. Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: • 2 ...
Views: 1219(3 votes) - Healthy Sautéed Red Bell Peppers - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2012 from George MateljanWhile we think of oranges as a rich source of vitamin C, one cup of red bell peppers provides 291% of the Daily Value (DV) for this important nutrient well as 105% DV for vitamin A! So enjoy this quick-and-easy recipe for great taste and great nutritional value. Prep and Cook Time: 7 minutes ...
Views: 1670(3 votes) - 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: 2148(3 votes) - How to practice after you buy a fly fishing rod? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2011 from Bryan CañonFly fishing used to be a way of life but now is a popular sport enjoyed by many. Those who have a hectic and busy life find fly fishing a relaxing and rewarding sport. Enjoying a catch for relaxation or for a fresh dinner is a treat when you go fly fishing. The growing popularity of the sport ...
Views: 1002(3 votes) - Is Your Microwave Oven A Hidden Health Hazard? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Allen CallerIn 1976, the Soviet Union banned the microwave oven declaring it a health risk and causing panic across the world. Since then numerous articles have circulated both on the internet and in print arguing the pitfalls and virtues of the humble microwave. Since the microwave was indeed an ...
Views: 1429(3 votes) - Peanut Shrimp - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from George MateljanInclude this easy-to-prepare dish you can enjoy in a matter of minutes as part of your Healthiest Way of Eating! One serving also provides you with health-promoting nutrients including 62% of the Daily Value (DV) for selenium, 55% DV for protein and 43% DV for vitamin D. Prep and Cook Time: ...
Views: 1140(3 votes) - Poached Eggs Over Sautéed Greens - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2013 from George MateljanEnjoy vegetables for breakfast! In many parts of the world vegetables are a regular part of a healthy breakfast. This Healthiest Way of Eating dish not only tastes great, but it contains only 130 calories and provides a wealth of health-promoting nutrients. Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes ...
Views: 1636(3 votes) - Recipe for Low-Sugar Strawberry and Peach Ice Creams When in Season - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.Our ice cream recipes are all organic and contain about one-third of the amount of sugar of commercial ice creams sold in the stores. There is no high fructose corn syrup, corn solids, MSG, Maltodextrin, salt nor any other addictive and fattening chemicals. Because the recipes contain only ...
Views: 1610(6 votes) - Sautéed Greens - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from George MateljanThis recipe is a great tasting way of receiving the many health benefits of the super food kale. The leeks are a delicious complement. This dish can be made very easily, so you can have it often. Adding the oil at the end gives it a rich taste without heating it, making this even healthier than ...
Views: 1620(3 votes) - Solar Oven Cooking & Food Dehydration-DIY Solar Oven Dehydrator Kit - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Douglas HooverMy wife and I have been living full time in a 40-foot motor home for over three years after we sold our house and donated everything to Disabled American Veterans. It has been a ride on the wild side, and part of that ride has been parking, and not always in a camp ground or RV park. If I am ...
Views: 2801(3 votes) - The Best Dry Cat Food Recipes - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Alice pizaeWhile feeding your cat a moist homemade cat food is the best way to go health-wise, there are times you might want to feed best dry cat food. The best dry cat food is still homemade cat food , but because it is baked in small batches with good ingredients, the quality is better. Dry kibble ...
Views: 1430(3 votes) - The Essential Cooking Tips for Gas Grills - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrWhen preparing food for the grill, the greatest challenge for home cooks is that grilling is an intense form of direct heat cooking, and controlling the heat can be tricky. Although most people see it as easy, grilling is actually one of the most challenging of the basic cooking methods. If ...
Views: 1167(3 votes) - Veganism: Not As Intimidating As You Thought - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from santosh kumarTo some people, the phrase "Vegan Cuisine" sounds like an oxymoron. To others, it sounds like the road of a hardcore food nutritionist. "Scary," was the word used by my roommate when I announced I was going to try to become a vegan. What most people don't realize is that it's very possible, ...
Views: 834(3 votes) - Why you need to Store vanilla Beans inside your Kitchen - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Sarah NeilDo you know that vanilla is one of the most expensive spices in the world? The market nowadays is filled with lots of cheap imitations of the famous vanilla bean flavor and aroma. Many people are patronizing the cheap imitation because they see authentic vanilla bean as a luxury more than a ...
Views: 712(3 votes) - You’re Never too Busy to Eat Right - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2010 from Torri MylerMost of us if asked to use only one word to describe our day would probably say “busy”. We get the kids to school, rush off to work, juggle a couple of meetings, take care of business and then run errands from drycleaners to the grocery store and everything in between. Then we get home and there ...
Views: 1345(3 votes) - 5-Minute Healthy Sautéed Asparagus - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from George Mateljan"Healthy Sauté" allows you to enjoy all of the great taste and health-promoting nutrients of asparagus while the easy Mediterranean Dressing enhances its delicate flavor. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 lb asparagus • 3 TBS low-sodium chicken or vegetable ...
Views: 1600(4 votes) - Garlic Shrimp Salad - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from George MateljanEnjoy this delicious shrimp salad as part of your Healthiest Way of Eating. It makes a great light meal on its own, or you can serve it as a side salad to a larger meal. Rich in health-promoting nutrients you will receive 60% of the Daily Value (DV) for vitamin C, 56% DV for protein, 53% DV for ...
Views: 1455(4 votes) - Origin Of The "Cajun" Deep Fried Turkey - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2009 from Andrew KotulakWhile preparing for this year's Thanksgiving fest, where I'll be serving delicious Deep Fried turkey, I became interested in the origin of the succulent treat. What is deep fried turkey? "Frying whole turkeys is sort of the Southern version of making fondue. You have a lot of your friends ...
Views: 1790(4 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: 2073(4 votes) - Holiday Turkey with Rice Stuffing & Gravy with Fresh Herbs - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2011 from George MateljanHolidays are usually the time we throw caution to the wind when it comes to what we eat. But you can enjoy the holidays without compromising health with our Healthy Holiday menu which has less fat and fewer calories—one-third fewer calories! Please read entire recipe before shopping or ...
Views: 1793(5 votes) - The Best Homemade Pizza Recipe Delivered in 7 minutes or It’s Free! - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrI’m back from Sunburst Tomato Farm in Momeyer, North Carolina. What a great trip! While I was learning about growing tomatoes in the winter, I was thinking about making a homemade pizza recipe to add to my cooking classes. But then, I thought, what does the local tomato farmer like to make with ...
Views: 863(5 votes) - How to Prepare Your Own Hamburger Seasonings to Avoid Using Products Like Hamburger Helper, Asian Helper and other Chemical-filled Packaged Products - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Emanuel Barling, Jr.We recommend organic ingredients whenever possible to reduce salt, fat, cholesterol, MSG and avoid the consequences of factory farmed meats including the use of growth hormones, excessive antibiotics and pesticide residues and other dangerous chemical contents such as ammonia. Organic ...
Views: 2294(6 votes) - ***Garlic Ginger Butter with Marjoram & Grape Seed Oil - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2009 from Emily Erickson-SandstromGARLIC GINGER BUTTER with Marjoram & grape seed oil This is a spread to die for, a spreadable butter that is healthful. This is a pasta dressing to live for. It makes half a Wolferman's sour dough English muffin a rich meal. This is also what to cook just about anything in, and it will ...
Views: 3254(3 votes) - ***Sugar Free Cherry Pudding - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Popa WoolseyDelicious sugar free cherry pudding low fat dessert recipe for a perfect treat.Perhaps you have always loved cherry pudding, or you have kids who do, but you don't want to feed yourself or your kids too much sugar. Too much sugar consumption is linked with a great array of health problems and ...
Views: 1575(2 votes) - ***Sugar Free Lime Treat - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Popa WoolseyRefreshing sugar free lime treat that is low in calories with delicious low fat ingredients.There are times when you just want something refreshing after being out in the hot sun or working all day. But, with many people watching their weight, cutting back on calories, fats, and sugars ...
Views: 2647(2 votes) - ***Sugar Free Pear Smoothie - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Popa WoolseyDelicious sugar free pear smoothie recipe with low fat and low calorie ingredients and natural fruits.If you are looking for an unusual tasting Sugar Free Smoothie, then one great option is a Pear Smoothie without all the excess calories that some smoothies have. Sugar Free Pear Smoothie Low ...
Views: 1683(2 votes) - 10-Minute Fig and Fresh Apple Cobbler - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2013 from George MateljanThis is a great no-bake dessert treat that can be prepared in a matter of minutes. And you can also enjoy it for breakfast! Prep Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 2 small apples • 1/4 tsp lemon juice • 1 TBS apple juice • 4 dried figs (or fresh when in season) • 4 TBS ...
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