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- How Important is the Glycemic Index? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2013 from Julie SimonThe glycemic index (GI) is a ranking of carbohydrates on a scale from 0 to 100 according to the extent to which they raise blood sugar levels after ingestion. Different carbohydrate-containing foods (sugars and starches) vary in their effect on blood sugar levels. Foods with a high GI are ...
Views: 1561 - Paleo Cooking Oil Animal Free - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Gail ColePaleo Diet Recipes are cooked with plant based oils. Majority of plant oils are unsaturated fats (good fats) and not saturated fats (bad fats. Paleo Diet allowed meat, poultry, fish, eggs, vegetables and fruits. Paleo cooking, baking and frying uses vegetable oils. Majority of plant oils are ...
Views: 1560 - 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: 1559(2 votes) - A Consomme Recipe That You’ll Never Try - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2012 from Chef Todd MohrI’ll admit it. You’ll never try this consommé recipe. Even my students in culinary college will make it once and probably never again. I try to bring you the best aspects of cooking and make it simple. But, there’s no way to make this clear and flavorful broth easily. It’s a professional ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - Just before Halloween, Great healthy Pumpkin Stews: 1. with chicken, 2. Vegetarian - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from hagit dayanJust before Halloween, Great healthy Pumpkin Stews: 1. with chicken, 2. Vegetarian Two great healthy pumpkin stews, One with chicken, Second with chickpeas for vegetarian. Very healthy, very tasty and very easy to cook. Prepare for the great pumpkin taste. Pumpkin Chicken Stew The ...
Views: 1556(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: 1556(3 votes) - How to Use a Microwave Pasta Cooker - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Jenny KhooMicrowave ovens have made life a lot easier. When they first graced our life with their presence, they were primarily used for reheating leftovers and frozen dishes, but now they can do so much more than that. They allow us to cook different kinds of dishes quickly and effortlessly. In fact some ...
Views: 1553(1 vote) - 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: 1552 - Swiggy Coupon First Order- Healthy Food at Your Door Step - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Lilu SahooThere are many people who have a miss conception that dining with foods ordered from outside are always unhygienic and not good for your health. There are many good food joints and restaurants who serve the really authentic and good food which are good for your health as well. Even more, when ...
Views: 1550(1 vote) - 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: 1547(10 votes) - 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: 1544 - Fennel, Apple & Cucumber Salad - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2017 from Julie DohertyEnjoy the Superfood Salad full of Great Nutritional benefits and flavour! Fennel is a Great source of Vitamin C and Beta Carotene. Along with the additional benefits of cucumber and apple. Fennel is known for its anti-inflammatory & antioxidant properties. As well as its balancing effects ...
Views: 1543 - 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: 1542 - 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: 1542(2 votes) - What’s the Big Nutritional Power of Micro Greens? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2015 from Emily MorrisAre you eating microgreens in your lunches or dinners? If not, now is the time to learn about the big nutritional benefits to these tiny greens! Micro greens are the baby version of foods you may already know and like. They are usually sprouts (or sprout-like small leaves) usually under 14 days ...
Views: 1541 - 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: 1540 - 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: 1537(2 votes) - 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: 1537 - 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: 1536 - 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: 1535 - 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: 1531 - 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: 1531 - 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: 1528(1 vote) - Summer Salads: Two Favorite Summer Salad Recipes - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2010 from X YDo you like to make salads in the summer? Do you want to make some tasty summer salads, but are tired of the same old, same old? There are a ton of different summer salads you can make in the summer, so read this article for two favorite summer salad recipes! Why are people looking for summer ...
Views: 1527 - 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: 1518 - 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: 1516(5 votes) - 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: 1516(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: 1515(3 votes) - 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: 1515 - 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: 1513(2 votes) - 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: 1512 - 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: 1512 - 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: 1510(1 vote) - 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: 1508(2 votes) - 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: 1506 - 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: 1504 - Pureed Navy Beans - by Submitted on May 23, 2011 from George MateljanPureed Navy Beans are a great substitute for mashed potatoes in your Healthiest Way of Eating. Rich in dietary fiber, it can help maintain normal cholesterol levels and blood sugar levels. And it's delicious. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: 15 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: • 2 cans navy ...
Views: 1502(4 votes) - 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 ...
Views: 1497 - 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: 1496(2 votes) - 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: 1496 - 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: 1494(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: 1494(4 votes) - 1-Minute Spinach - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2013 from George MateljanEnjoy this quick and easy addition to your Healthiest Way of Eating that provides you with an excellent source of healthy promoting nutrients such as vitamin A, K, C, as well as manganese and folate. Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes Serves 2 Ingredients: • 1 pound fresh spinach • 1 tsp ...
Views: 1491(2 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: 1491 - 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: 1490 - 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: 1486 - 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: 1486(1 vote) - 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: 1484 - What is so special about Indore Food? - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2012 from saarika joshiAn old belief that runs all over the Indian kitchens is "Breakfast like a King, Lunch like a Prince and Dine like a Pauper”. This infact is true to the knowledge of science, considering the fact that breakfast is the very first meal of a man and it should consume 25% of the days’ calories. ...
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