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- Perfect Oatmeal - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2012 from George MateljanA perfect way to start a day of healthy eating! And who would have thought that a bowl of oatmeal could provide over half of the daily value for those hard-to-find omega-3 fatty acids as well as 109% of the daily value for manganese. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves ...
Views: 1649(2 votes) - What’s the best eating plan? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Julie SimonIf you have been overweight for some time, you’ve probably tried many diets and are unclear as to how to lose the weight and keep it off without feeling hungry or deprived. There seems to always be debate and controversy surrounding the issue of diet. Which is the correct eating plan? Should you ...
Views: 1649 - Great Tips on How To Make Margarita - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinAre you having a party and you are thinking of a great drink to serve your guests? You can create a wonderful concoction by combining several ingredients that simply go well together. Just make sure you use the right amount of liquor and mixer in your drink. Making a superb cocktail drink is ...
Views: 1647 - Ideal Cookware Sets to Make Cooking Simple - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Phanse AshishCookware plays an important role in the Indian household, irrespective of whether the person cooking is a novice or an experienced chef. Cookware India is thus an integral part of most kitchens in rural and urban India. The cookware generally comprises different types of pots and pans employed ...
Views: 1646 - Cook Green Beans in Advance and Keep Their Vitamins Intact - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrWhen you cook green beans this holiday season, will you open a can of condensed soup and let the beans bake for hours? Most people do. Baking vegetables over a long period of time reduces their nutrient value. Plus, if you are trying to have a stress-free holiday cooking experience, you’re ...
Views: 1645(1 vote) - Holding A BBQ Party And Health Risks Involved - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Plumb WorldBbqs and the Health Risks By Amanda Carroll Bar-b-queing is a well-liked technique to cook and it's enjoyed throughout the world. However, along with the simplicity as well as returning to mother nature experience regarding cooking on the fire, there are a variety associate health ...
Views: 1644 - Sweet 'n Sour Cod with Cabbage and Broccoli - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from George MateljanThis is a great low-calorie dish that tastes great. It's a healthy version of sweet n sour that is quick and easy to prepare and uses no sugar. One serving also provides you with 100% of the daily value (DV) for vitamin C, 92% DV for vitamin K, and 50% DV for selenium. Enjoy! Prep and Cook ...
Views: 1641(2 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: 1640(10 votes) - Salmon with Mustard - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from George MateljanSalmon is one of the best ways to get those hard-to-find omega-3 fatty acids into your Healthiest Way of Eating. Add mustard to the Quick Broiled salmon for a zesty, tasty treat! Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 3/4 lb salmon fillet, cut in half • 2 tsp lemon ...
Views: 1640(2 votes) - Beginners Guide to Overcoming Plateaus on the Atkins Diet - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Heidi G. HopsonIf your experiencing a stall or plateau in your Atkins weight reduction efforts, you aren't alone. This happens once in a while. Nevertheless, you first must make certain that you have actually arrived at the country a plateau point. A plateau suggests that you have gone an extended period of ...
Views: 1639 - Can the Gluten Free Diet Support Its Health Claims? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Gail ColeThe Paleo Gluten Free Diet has many health claims. Let review three claims. 1. Reduce or eliminate symptoms of Celiac disease. 2. Preservative free diet has health benefits. 3. The diet lowers cholesterol. Let us review these three claims and review supporting evidence. Celiac ...
Views: 1638(13 votes) - 5-Minute Watermelon Frappe - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from George MateljanThis is a perfect snack for a hot summer afternoon. Prep and Cook Time: 5 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 4 cups cold watermelon chunks • 8 mint leaves Directions: 1. Run the blender at medium speed and drop chunks of watermelon through the feed hole one at a time until they ...
Views: 1636(1 vote) - Asparagus Salad - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from George MateljanThis cool and refreshing salad provides an extra boost of health-promoting antioxidants to your Healthiest Way of Eating. It can also be made ahead and kept in the refrigerator to save you time. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 2 bunches asparagus • 6 TBS low ...
Views: 1635(4 votes) - Beer Brewing Made Easy Review - Easiest Way to Make Great Tasting Beers - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from michael reviewSo you ought to brew your special beer? It's easier than you consider. The main requirements are generally clean working conditions (necessary), following directions, and patience. If you want a very good, clean, tasty beer after wasting the time period to brew it, you need to physical exercise ...
Views: 1634 - Solar Dehydrator or Solar Oven? - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Douglas HooverWhich is more versatile, a solar dehydrator or a solar oven? Many solar ovens are sold with the promise that, besides cooking food by the energy of the sun, you can also dehydrate food. I have owned two solar Sun Ovens for almost two years and have cooked every kind of food that I ever cooked in ...
Views: 1634 - Say Whaaaattt? Clean Eating Desserts! - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Joey PoltorOh yes, you read that right. You CAN have your “cake” and eat it too. Well, only if it is a Bikini Mom Method approved dessert. Here are some of my favorite clean and delicious dessert recipes! Firstly, a Fall Favorite……. ~CINNAMON PUMPKIN PROTEIN MUFFINS DRY INGREDIENTS: 2 Cups ...
Views: 1633 - Dig Deep For The Best Clam Chowder and Stuffed Clams - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrClam digging is a tradition in my family. I grew up on the water, and had my own boat shortly after my first bicycle. It’s an activity that not only yields fantastic fresh ingredients for cooking, but a family activity that everyone enjoys. It’s one thing to buy fresh fish; it’s another to ...
Views: 1632(1 vote) - 11 Unusual Smoothie Ingredients To Revolutionize Your Smoothies - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumLove smoothies but feel like you’re ready for a new twist on your old favorites? There’s nothing like an unusual (and healthy) ingredient to add some new life to your smoothie-making. It’s great to find new smoothie recipes . . . but even better to become a creative smoothie maestro. So with ...
Views: 1625 - Healthy Caesar Salad - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from George MateljanThis healthy version of Caesar salad has great flavor. For a complete dinner you can add cooked chicken breasts and toss in salad. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 2 large head romaine lettuce, outer leaves removed & discarded • Optional: 1/4 cup ...
Views: 1625(2 votes) - Smashed Potatoes with Garlic - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2012 from George MateljanA little garlic goes a long way to make ordinary mashed potatoes into something special. It not only adds extra flavor but extra nutrition your Healthiest Way of Eating. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 2 potatoes • 3 TBS extra virgin olive oil • 3 ...
Views: 1622(3 votes) - Amazing Recipe for Watermelon Margarita - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Angelica FlorinWatermelon is a great tasting fruit that is perfect during a warm weather. Anyone will feel completely refreshed after munching on a sweet and juicy slice of watermelon. This succulent fruit is perfect when eaten or prepared as a drink. You can process it by using a blender and mix it up with ...
Views: 1616(2 votes) - Steamed Herbed Potatoes - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from George MateljanA quick and tasty way to serve potatoes. Prep and Cook Time: Prep and cooking time: 17 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 3 medium red potatoes • 1 TBS fresh lemon juice • 1 large clove garlic, pressed • 1 TBS chopped fresh oregano • 1 TBS chopped fresh parsley • 1 tsp chopped fresh ...
Views: 1616(2 votes) - Where Has Your Energy Gone? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2010 from David ThompsonEnergy. It is something we use each day. Some of us use energy wisely. Turning off the lights when we leave a room saves 10 to 20 percent on your electric bill. If using dimmer switch it may save more. Fuel-efficiency driving can save your car as much as 30 percent in vehicle maintenance and ...
Views: 1613(4 votes) - Fresh Peaches with Blueberries & Yogurt - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from George MateljanThis very quick and easy dessert is a great summer recipe because the peaches and blueberries are so delicious when they are in season. They complement each other very well and need no extra sweetening for their flavor to shine. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • ...
Views: 1612(2 votes) - A Great Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipe by Burning Peppers? How? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrA great Thanksgiving appetizer recipe can be the start of any reason to celebrate. Whether a holiday dinner, birthday, or weekend party, offering attractive and delicious yet simple appetizers can get any gathering off to a great start. Appetizers, or “hors d Oeuvres” are small bites of food ...
Views: 1611(5 votes) - Connect with the Aromas and Flavors from Spain. - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Suzanne ToroLos Angeles, CA—May 30th 2011– Take a time to explore yourself with the alchemy of Spain, during this enchanting experience the host Suzanne Toro integrates the art of conversation with information for you to share about the nourishing and medicinal power of the meal. The cooking from within ...
Views: 1610 - Choose Corporate Cooking Classes for Exciting Team Building and Promotional Events - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Freddie SkinnerTeam Building Team building activities are a great way to bring your employees together and have some fun. However, it can be hard to find a new and exciting exercise to keep your staff motivated. Corporate cooking classes are brilliant hands on team building exercises for both master chef ...
Views: 1608 - How To Make The Healthiest Pasta On The Planet - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2008 from Eve Zhuyou want to make a thoroughly healthy, tasty and simple pasta for all the family, then try this one below. Always a success with every age! 1. Buy certified organic spelt pasta. Freshly made is best, but alternatively, nothing beats the flavours of certified organic pasta. 2. Slowly simmer 3 ...
Views: 1607 - Crock Pot Recipes for Football Sunday - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Reggie BeanCrock pot recipes are perfect for football Sunday. When you wake up in the morning, just set up the crock pot with your favorite appetizer, barbecue or Sunday dinner and it will be ready to eat before, during or after the game. The last thing you want to be doing while the game is on is ...
Views: 1599(2 votes) - Paleo Low Fat Diet High in Unsaturated Fats - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Gail ColePaleo diet is a low fat diet high in unsaturated. Fats are macronutrients that provide energy for the body. The body stores dietary fats and carbohydrates. Excess fats and carbohydrates are converted in body fat. Our diets consist of fats daily. What is important is not the amount of fats you ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - Various Types Cooking Classes For Everyone - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2008 from Arvinder SinghWhether you are a seasoned pro when it comes to the fine art of cooking or an utter novice there should be some cooking classes or resources in your area that can help you learn and improve your existing skills. Surprisingly few people manage to utilize the many wonderful opportunities that are ...
Views: 1599 - Gourmet Cheese & Beer? Our Salute to Oktoberfest - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Sara KahnMunich's Oktoberfest is the world's largest fair with close to 6 million people attending over a 16 day period. When you think of Oktoberfest, naturally, you think of beer. And you should since Oktoberfest doesn't officially commence until the Mayor taps the first keg and declares "O'zapft is" - ...
Views: 1596 - How to Make Fresh Nut Milks in Your Blender - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Karen KnowlerNut milks. Oh, how I adore thee : ) Nut milks are what I consider to be a raw food classic. They're quick, easy - fun, even. And they taste jolly good too. In fact, if you know what you're doing they taste superb, and anyone - young or old - would love them given half a chance. What follows is ...
Views: 1596 - Create Your Own Kitchen Makeover - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Mary DykstraI have worked with a number of people over the years who have called saying they feel overwhelmed when they walk into their kitchens and are inundated by counter clutter, cupboard chaos, and fridge fright. Ever feel like your home life is out of control and you are overwhelmed by the state of ...
Views: 1593 - Buying Maraschino Cherries at Wholesale Prices - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Thomas YoungMaraschino cherries are ideal topping options that can be used in restaurants, bars, cafeterias, bake houses and other foodservice establishments to garnish delicious desserts and drinks before they are served to the guests. Restaurant owners have to maintain a good stock of these sweet ...
Views: 1587 - Mediterranean-Style Salad - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from George MateljanSalad lunches are popular along the Mediterranean. They make a complete meal that will carry you through until dinner. The combination of ingredients in this salad can be changed to suit your personal taste. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 1 Ingredients: • 6 cups chopped ...
Views: 1587 - Easy chicken recipes for special occasions - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2012 from Nikita VermaPlanning for a special meal? Don’t forget to include few amazing chicken recipes in your menu to make it more tempting. There are hundreds of chicken recipes choose easy chicken recipes and cook quick chicken recipe for your special guest. The tempting taste of chicken dishes is hard to resist ...
Views: 1584 - The Paleo Diet vs. The American Diet - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from Gail ColeWe all love a fast food hamburgers, a bag of potato chips and a soft drinks. But what are the health benefits to eating fast foods, additive and preservatives on a regular basis? Let us exam the American Diet and the Paleo Diet. In America obesity is out of control, diabetes is an epidemic ...
Views: 1583(3 votes) - Bring Back the Family Picnic - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Karen CiancioHow many of us remember the family picnic? I have many fond memories of packing up a cold supper and going with my family, including aunts, uncles and cousins, for a family picnic by the lake. Sometimes we would barbecue hot dogs and hamburgers to go with the salads and cool desserts my mother ...
Views: 1582 - On A Visit to Nick Haque's Restaurant in LA, You May Run In To Celebs - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2018 from Kalyna KapurWhenever you plan to visit the city of Los Angeles as I recently did, you’ll usually plan your days visiting famous tourist destinations that you need to cross off the list. Being such a huge city, there arenumerous touristy spots that you can easily plan your visit around. Some of them include ...
Views: 1581(1 vote) - Prepare The Best Dinner With A Cast Iron Cookware - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Brayden CoxHome-made delicacies are undoubtedly good and the best. As you notice nowadays, more and more people do not enough time in cooking their own delicious and nutritious meals for their family. Well, we cannot deny the fact that we have to strive more in our profession to survive in this developing ...
Views: 1581 - Recipe Substitutions for Desserts that Help You Stay Thin - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from April KocherCheese cake, Pumkin Roll, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Apple Pie, Chocolate Cake with Peanut Butter Icing all sound very good. Well guess what! If your watching your weight, it does not nessessarily mean you can not have these treats either. They just have to be substituted with more healthier ...
Views: 1581 - Authentic Louisiana Food - Traditional and Unique - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2012 from Daniel SydenhamAuthentic Louisiana food is legendary so much so it even has songs written about it. Do you remember the Hank Williams song Jambalaya? Later made popular by the Carpenters, the lyrics "Jambalaya and-a crawfish pie and filé gumbo" were sang in homage to exquisite food that has a history as old as ...
Views: 1577 - FOOD or NUTRITION? that is the Question - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Daniel Clementine“FOOD…FOOD…FOOD”... What is it? And how does it affect us? Mentally, Physically, Psychologically, Emotionally our bodies are reliant on some sort of Food, True or False? We think about food at various times of the day and not only because we are hungry. Unfortunately much of our society has ...
Views: 1575(2 votes) - Easy Dinner Recipes: Roasted Root Vegetables and Roast Chicken Recipe - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2009 from Karen CiancioEasy dinner recipes like this roast chicken and roasted root vegetables make life so much easier. As much as we want to make healthy food choices for ourselves and our families, busy lives sometimes makes it difficult. With a few easy dinner recipes in your recipe box it's a cinch. This is a ...
Views: 1572 - Ham and Bean Soup - Smoked to Perfection - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2008 from Kenneth TiremanSmoked Ham and Bean Soup is a delicious bean soup recipe that is infused with a liquid smoke flavor, dried mustard and hickory ham to create a delicacy that tastes like it came straight from your own grill. Bean soup recipes like this don't come around very often. Satisfy your appetite ...
Views: 1571 - Minted Garbanzo Bean Salad - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2013 from George MateljanThis salad is high in protein and can be kept in your refrigerator for a few days, getting more flavorful as it marinates. It's great for lunch or dinner. Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 2 medium fresh tomatoes, seeds and excess pulp removed, chopped into ...
Views: 1571(2 votes) - Summer Grilling Made Easy - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Karen CiancioSummer is the season our thoughts go to cooking outdoors - grilling. We are all familiar with cooking meat on the grill - juicy steaks, hamburgers and tangy ribs. But how about some lighter fare? Here are three lighter recipes for summer grilling - a salmon with citrus flavored sauce, grilled ...
Views: 1570 - Throw A Block Party - Easy Dinner Recipes And Dinner Ideas For Family Fun - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2008 from Julie LanguilleBlock parties are a phenomenal way to celebrate summer with family and friends. With the rising cost of gas and travel many people are staying home for vacations ("staycations") and throwing a block party is a great way to get together and celebrate without traveling way. We have some easy ...
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