I recently received a fabulous gift from my sister for Christmas. It is a 3 quart cast iron combo cooker made by Lodge Logic. I've had a large 12" cast iron skillet for years, but I hadn't tried cooking in any other type of cast iron cookware. After some experimenting, I'm sold on my combo cooker. You may wonder what a combo cooker is. It's very similar to a dutch oven, except the lid is flat on top. It is made so the lid can be turned over and used as a handy 10" skillet. I've also found out that the lid is also great to bake homemade biscuits in. The bottom of my combo cooker hold 3 quarts of whatever I want to put in it. So far I've used it as bakeware. I baked a whole chicken in it,[..]
Feeding your dog requires your attention. For sure, you only want to give your pet the best possible care. Each breed of dog needs to follow a certain diet to keep them strong and healthy. And so you need to provide healthy dog food recipes for them. Here are good suggestions: 1. Sautéed Liver. Dogs love flavorful meals. Liver suits their taste buds well. Cut the liver into small pieces and sauté them in a teaspoon of corn oil. Fry the liver on each side until cooked but not dry. Serve accordingly. Then watch your dog savour the healthy dog food recipes you prepared. 2. Chicken Stew. Dogs may not like the taste of boiled chicken, but they also need it to stay healthy. When[..]
Cape Cod Scallops With Tomatoes
1½ pounds sea scallops 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil or ½ teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary or ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary I teaspoon chopped fresh dill or ¼ teaspoon dill weed 1 clove garlic, minced 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 cup sliced onions 1 cup sliced sweet red and yellow peppers 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 ½ cups peeled and diced tomatoes 1 cup fish stock or chicken broth In a medium bowl, combine the scallops parsley, lemon juice, basil, rosemary, dill, garlic, and black pepper. Marinate 2 hours in the refrigerator. In a large nonstick frying[..]
A few years ago while I was on holiday in Italy that I first tasted Tomato Bruschettas and they were fab. We were staying in the hills in Tuscany and there was this little town that we used to visit each evening. We found a little restaurant with a balcony that looked over the Italian countryside. So when I got back to the UK I decided I would have to have a go and create my own. Tomato Bruschettas make a great starter to an Italian meal, and I have received many compliments from my friends and family. They are also a great snack that you can make at any time, and very quick and easy to prepare. The ingredients you will need are: * Ciabatta or French baton * Virgin olive oil * A Garlic[..]
The kind of meat I use more often is surely that of chicken. While there are occasions in which I prefer beef or pork, there are several reasons why most of the times I select a chicken recipe. One of the reasons is that chicken is very versatile: the breast has a quite neutral flavor and can be seasoned and cooked in a lot of different ways. Being Italian, I prefer the chicken recipes with a lot of garlic and rosemary, but there are also some wonderful dishes in which the chicken blends with pepperoni or lemon or tomato and oregano. I also like to cook it in pieces with white wine and Mediterranean spices, like garlic, rosemary, sage and juniper berries. I also like a lot the exotic[..]
Mix and Match Soup Recipe - Great Budget Meal...
Many people I've talked with lately have expressed concern about how to cut the cost of their family's food budget. They realize that stocking up and buying items on sale is a great way to do save... but then what do you do with a pantry stockpile of assorted beans, stewed tomatoes, and canned lunch meat? The following recipe is not only easy and delicious, it's also a simple way to use up those canned, dried, and other easily stored food items in a delicious homemade soup. Mix-and-Match Soup (8 generous servings) Broth (choose one) - Tomato: One 12-ounce can of tomato paste plus two 16-ounce cans of tomatoes with juice (chopped) plus water to equal 10 cups total - Chicken/Turkey: 10[..]
11 Basic Tips For Preparing Low Calorie Recipes?
Out of an interest in increasing health, losing weight or ethical concerns regarding eating meat, many are turning to low calorie vegetarian diets. While doing so can be good to health there are few warnings and advices you should know. 1. Stay away from white flour. Avoid it as much as you can and if you're actually serious about your diet, stay away from it totally. It's no real nutrition value, just calories. It lines the insides of your intestines and by mixing with the liquids inside your stomach it forms a kind of glue. This glue prevents waste matter from leaving your intestines and as well prevents nutrients from entering. An athlete or any very active person can get away with[..]
Wild Game Meats - How To Choose And How To Cook
For years, wild game meats have been a part of restaurant menus, as chefs have perfected their culinary skills on these savory, low fat meats. Now, as these meats are becoming more available to the general public, there's been increased interest in how to prepare various cuts, including bison, elk, ostrich, alligator, rattlesnake, and more. If you're at all doubtful about trying wild game, don't be. The market for these lean, easy to prepare meats is exploding as more and more people experience how good they taste. They're actually more simpler to prepare than traditional meat and in fact, need to be cooked less due to their low fat content. Several dozen varieties of wild game meat[..]
Here's what Gramma knew about dinner, that we've all forgotten in only two generations: We're supposed to eat dinner together. One meal, one table, no TV, no radio. We have a standing date, a ritual, see you there around 6 pm. Perhaps one night a week Gramma took it easy and made eggs and bacon for supper. Sunday nights were probably reserved for a roast of some kind, ham maybe. Or roast beef. Something that made good leftovers for the following day. Now what do we have? You want to eat a "home-cooked" meal but you don't want to cook it yourself. Presto, your local grocery store sells pre-packaged meals at the front of the store: single-serving lasagne, tuna roll-ups in dry flour[..]
Snow on the Mountain
I participated in a mystery dinner the other night where each of us brought several ingredients, but only one person knew the secret recipe. We watched in anticipation as each person shared their contribution - rice, chicken, chicken broth - so far, so good. Pineapple, cheese, and black olives? Chow mein noodles, coconut, and green onions? Where in the world did she get this idea? Java, as it turns out. For those of you, like me, who have forgotten our high school geography, Java is an Indonesian island in Southeast Asia. My friend picked up this recipe from a missionary to Java many years ago. Since many Indonesian and Asian dishes are quite spicy, I suspect that this one has been[..]
Rotisserie Grill - Leg of Lamb
Fire-roasted leg of lamb is pure luxury in the world of quality dining. Your guests will never know how easy it was to prepare, and you will be considered an outdoor chef extraordinaire. Ingredients: 3 TBSP crumbled dried rosemary 3 TBSP crumbled dried basil 3 TBSP crumbled dried marjoram 2 TBSP Sea Salt 1 TBSP dried parsley 1 5 to 5 1/2 Pound boned and tied Leg of Lamb 3 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced Fresh lavender sprigs Directions: At least 7 hour prior to cooking (or up to 24 hours ahead) combine the dry ingredients in a medium bowl, making sure they are well crumbled either by stirring or a quick tumble in the blender. Place the leg of lamb over a large[..]
How to Make an Old Fashioned Granny's Yankee...
Some of my favorite memories of my granny are the wonderful meals that were always available at her house. When I was young, she cooked on an old-fashioned wood cookstove. Her kitchen was always hot during the Indiana summers and always warm and welcoming during those cold and snowy winters. But whatever the weather, there was always food on granny's stove no matter the time of day. She would make big, delicious buttermilk biscuits every morning. She never made "just a few" but always made a large batch to feed whoever just happened to stop in. And there was always meat and potatoes. They were a staple in her Midwest country kitchen. She raised cows, pigs, and chickens. I remember often[..]
Chicken and Dumplings
The classic Chicken and Dumpling recipe became popular from the Southern states of the United States During the great depression. Experts believe that it was a originally a French / Canadian recipe. For the full recipe, just follow the link below. It has always been seen as a classic chicken recipe due to it's delicious flavors and plain simpleness to make. That's not to mention the cost. You can cook chicken and dumplings for a very big family, easily and simply at very little cost. The dumplings usually consist of plain four, lard to shortening and milk or stock. They are then flattened and then rolled into a ball and cooked in the dish. In this case it will be cooked along with the[..]
Favorite Filipino Foods With Their Health...
One of the top favorite dishes in the Philippines is the Menudo. Found in almost every occasion, this dish is a great source of nutrients. But the use of meat and oil poses some health risks. Learn more about this favorite Menudo from the Philippines. Just like the boy band with the same name, this rich, Filipino dish is a feast for the senses. This top Philippine delicacy is a dish of diced meat and vegetable in thickened sauce. Flavored with tomatoes, finely chopped onions, and colorful bell pepper, Menudo is a relatively healthier dish than the rest of the Filipino foods. Menudo is mainly pork, which is rich in protein and phosphorus. The secret of Menudo is in the addition of liver.[..]
How to Make Smoked Chicken
Smoked chicken recipes are all about flavor and how moist the chicken is. Whether you're cooking thighs or a whole bird, certain steps should be taken to guarantee that with every bite, you're sinking your teeth into tender, juicy, and flavorful chicken. Adding flavor: brine and seasonings First, soak the bird in brine. This step is essential because brine not only provides the meat with moisture, texture, and flavor, it also helps conduct heat so that the chicken will cook faster without drying out the bird. Heat up these ingredients on a stove: - 1 gallon of water - 1 cup kosher salt - 1 cup sugar/honey - Herbs (optional but recommended) Once the sugar/honey is dissolved, let the brine[..]
Chicken marinated in a rice wine, soy sauce, ginger and garlic marinade, then fried and sprinkled with roasted sesame seeds. My family already tried and loved it. A delicious Chinese chicken recipe. Ingredients: 1 pound boneless chicken 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 ounces small mushrooms, quartered 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips 4 scallions, chopped diagonallyboiled rice, to serve Marinade: 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon soy saucefew drops of Tabasco sauce 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated 1 garlic clove, crushed 1. Trim the meat and cut[..]
Although I am Korean and have a majority of my articles about Korean food, I thought I would share a recipe on one of my favorite non-Korean dishes, Kung Pao Chicken. Kung Pao Chicken is a Chinese chicken dish that mixes a lot of different vegetables and ingredients to make one uniform flavor. Here is how to make Kung Pao Chicken. For ingredients, you will need: about 1 lb of boneless chicken breast, white wine, soy sauce, sesame oil, hot chile paste, brown sugar, green onions, carrots, water chestnuts, peanuts, and pineapples. First, we will have to prepare all the ingredients. The great thing about this dish is that you can chop the ingredients roughly into any sized piece that you[..]
Recipe - How to Cook Saucy Chicken Stir-Fry...
Are you having long tiring days and it is quite hard for you to spend time on your own? Then I am sure you must e having some kind of exhausting job. Well, this article is not about jobs or your exhausting days but it is for those who are going through all such conditions. If you are a living alone and you have to do all your stuff on your own then you must know cooking. Below, I am going to share a quick recipe of Saucy Chicken Stir Fry. It is especially for those who can not give a proper time to their cooking because of their tough routine. This fry chicken dish is already quite famous among those families who are always in a hurry for their jobs and studies. Usually, the main item[..]
Sweet & Sour Hawaiian Chicken With Savory...
For all you Zone diet lovers out there, it's no wonder that you're looking for new and exciting meals to make at home, here's a dish you'll definitely want to add to your flavorful collection. It's the Sweet & Sour Hawaiian Chicken with Savory Garlic Asparagus recipe and it is oh so yummy. Don't let the long name scare you into thinking it's difficult to prepare, this is not only easy to make but the best zone diet recipe ever! Here's how you do it: You'll need these ingredients: 8 oz chicken breast 2 tsp cane sugar ½ cup tomato puree 1 cup fresh diced pineapple or canned in water only (no syrup) ¾ cup maraschino cherries 2 tbsp cornstarch 1 cup chicken broth ¼[..]
Best Orange Chicken Recipe
A sauce prepared with orange juice and orange zest gives this chicken dish that special tang. A great idea to enhance your everyday chicken recipe. If you would like to try something new and different, just prepare this recipe. Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless chicken pieces, skinned 1 egg 1 1/2 teaspoon salt White pepper Oil (for frying) 1/2 cup cornstarch (plus 1 tablespoon) 1/4 cup flour 1 tablespoon minced ginger root 1 teaspoon minced garlicdash crushed hot red chiles 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1 tablespoon rice wine 1/4 cup water 1/2 to 1 teaspoon sesame oil Orange Sauce: 2 teaspoons minced orange zest Juice from 1 large orange 1/2 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons chicken stock 1[..]
How The Pickle Jar Theory Will Help You In Time...
Pickle jar theory is related to time management. There are number of time management theories which we had read in the past. However, all of us have a problem of managing time properly. The pickle jar theory will help you in time management. Take a big pickle jar which can hold largest pickles. Put as many large rocks as possible. When the jar is full, try to put two more rocks. Then put some small pebbles. Put as many pebbles as possible. Then fill the jar with handful of sands and add some water. This exercise will make you understand that we have large priorities in life like large rocks. Some things in life will be enjoyable like pebbles. We have some things like sand and some things[..]
Fried Chicken - The Batter Side of Life
There are many people who prefer to cook their chicken without a batter, but there are many more who crave that crispy crunch of battered chicken. You can batter whole pieces, wings, or nuggets or breast strips... they all turn out delicious. People all over the world use batter on their chicken in one form or another. There are almost as many different batter recipes as there are chickens! Here a Batter There A Batter - Wouldn't You Like to be a Batter Too Different batters can be made using different flours. Try corn meal, rice flour, wheat flour, or graham flour. Ethnic recipes for chicken often use different flours in the mix. Each area has their own special mixture of herbs and[..]
Are you tired of serving boneless skinless chicken breasts in the same old way week after week? If the answer is yes, you should try this recipe for Creamy Curry Lemon Chicken. This recipe is easy to prepare and bakes for 30 to 40 minutes giving you time to prepare the rest of your meal, set the table, check the kids homework, etc while it is in the oven. If you are worried about the "creamy" being unhealthy, rest assured it is okay. Ingredients for the sauce include fat-free sour cream and light mayonnaise, keeping this recipe in the healthy category. This recipe is also okay for diabetics. CREAMY CURRY LEMON CHICKEN 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream 1/4 cup light mayonnaise 2 tbsp lemon[..]
Low Fat Chicken Dishes For the Diabetics
Low fat chicken dishes can be the perfect addition to a diabetic diet plan. Diabetes, by nature is a metabolic disorder caused due to the deficiency or absence of insulin in the body. As a result, the energy packets (glucose) that are derived from the digestion of food either get excreted out of the system in our urine or transformed into useless body fat. It is the latter effect the closely binds a diabetic to the perils of obesity. Hence, it is important on the part of an individual diagnosed with diabetes, to adhere to a health conscious diet plan. But none of this means that the food cannot be tasty. Poultry is one particular example of meat product that has low fat content. Hence,[..]
How To Make Pickles Easily And Efficiently
Pickling since long has been done in homes for preserving fruits and vegetables. It is considered to be the earliest form of preserving food. Earlier, man found out that salt, sugar and vinegar can preserve the fruits and vegetables longer. Hence, he started making use of these ingredients during pickling and found how to make pickles easily. The most important aspect of pickles is that it should crunchy and have a wonderful taste. For this salt is the most necessary ingredient. And this is not any ordinary salt. But a special pickling salt is used for the pickling purposes. Moreover, when selecting the fruit or the vegetable to be pickled, care has to be taken that it is fresh, about[..]
Chicken can be just as healthy as a salad, especially if it is skinless and you choose to grill instead of fry. This healthy chicken breast recipe has it all. With a mouth watering plum sauce, it is sure to please. That good flavor will give your family something to talk about between each and every bite. Ingredients: - 4 boneless-skinless chicken breasts - 2 cups fresh plums, chopped - ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed - 2 tsp. fresh squeezed lemon juice - 1 tsp. cornstarch - 1 tsp. ginger - 2 tbsp. soy sauce - 1 tbsp. plum jelly - 1 tsp. garlic powder - 1 tsp. onion powder - 1 tsp. black pepper Parsley as a garnish (optional) To Make: Preheat the oven to 375. The glaze for this[..]
f the most cheap as well as more popular kinds of sushi in the bazaar these days is off course the Inari Sushi. It is prepared by the stuffing of sushi rice, as well as some vegetables into the small pouches of the deep fried bean curd or else tofu, plus more popularly recognized in its Japanese word as the aburage. As an alternative of the common Nori seaweed or else soybean paper, aburage is also used in this kind of sushi. Aburage can be sold in the packets or else packaged in the cans, and is extensively distributed throughout Japanese special stores or else the supermarkets. This kind of sushi is called by a few well-known nicknames, like the pocket-sushi as well as brown-bag sushi.[..]
Different Types of Cake Pans and Their Uses
pans are available in different shapes and sizes. They are very useful equipment in baking. There are many types of pans that can be used in cake recipes and it is important to use pans appropriate to the recipe, baking time and occasion. There are different basic types of pans with specific uses. Springform is a type of pan without a non-stick coating and has a side and bottom parts that can be detached. This pan is ideal for cake recipes like cheesecakes and frequently used in molding mousse cakes and layered cakes. The pan is commonly made of shiny tin. However, new products in the market also feature assorted color of exteriors. Angel food is a type of tube pan with detachable side[..]
one loves to dine out in one’s favorite restaurants.But regular dining out in restaurant will become costlier.With the help of online cooking recipes one can prepare restaurant quality salad and many other dishes. Salads are one of the best and the most efficient ways of preparing easy and healthy dishes at much lesser time.Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian salads are the best ways of providing delicious and healthy chicken and meat salads.Chicken salad is considered as one of the best and the most popular types which are generally preferred over other dishes.These can be used along with sandwiches or they are served as it is with lettuce leaves with variety of vegetables such as[..]
Pacojet - The Culinary Professionals
#ffffff;" /> Pacojet is a revolutionary countertop machine that is essential to every culinary professional kitchen. It whips up frozen dessert creations quickly, and without much fuss. This is a dream machine for chefs who strive for top quality with minimum effort. It has become an essential food preparation device for chefs nation and world wide. Pacojet is best known for its exclusive “Pacotizing” process: mixing and pureeing deeply frozen food directly in its frozen state, producing a fine consistency intended to maximize flavors. Using Pacojet as a sorbet, ice cream, or gelato machine is best when using fresh and natural ingredients. Pacojet isn’t just for making[..]
The Care And Cleaning Of Copper Cookware
r cookware is among the top choices made by many professional chefs and avid cooking enthusiasts alike. Copper cookware still remains among one of the most popular of all the metal pans that are out there because copper cookware is superior when it comes to conducting heat. Most copper cookware is lined with stainless steel or tin. This helps keep the pots and pans from getting damaged, and it also prevents the copper from mixing with your food items you are cooking with. To enjoy many years of cooking, it is essential your maintain your cookware correctly Steps for Maintenance and Cleaning Copper cookware requires a bit of maintenance to keep it shiny. Just follow these simple rules for[..]
Crockpot - Slow Cooker
If you're thinking about buying a Crock pot/Slow Cooker, there are a few things to know before you part with your hard earned cash. What price should I pay for a good one? - They start from under 10 pounds, which will give you a perfectly good product. - This price will buy you a 2.0 litre capacity Crock-pot/Slow Cooker, so a perfect size for one or two people, and easy to store in a cupboard. - You can find them on line at this price but not always available in the major supermarkets. - Example: Argos.co.uk do a good one, Argos Value Slow Cooker. It's round and only comes in white white, 90 watts, toughened glass lid, cool touch casing, removable crock-pot, dishwasher safe, it has the[..]
and pans make the most essential part of your cookware. There are lots of various types available for each particular cooking method or a few different methods. Skillet/frying pan has a flat bottom with short sides that are flared or sloped, which makes it easier to toss and turn food with a spatula. The pan is usually made of a responsive to heat material such as lined copper, stainless steel with a copper or aluminum core, anodized aluminum or cast iron. Non-stick surface is also popular in such pans. They are available in different sizes and generally come with a cover. Roasting pan is usually of a rectangular shape with low sides allowing the heat from the oven to expose the entire[..]
Comforting Crockpot Recipes
Comfort foods are those foods which can cheer you up. Whether you are feeling tired, off color or just in need of something warming, let your crockpot come to the rescue. The great thing about making comfort foods in a crockpot is how easy they are. You might fancy chocolate cake but having to spend an hour preparing it might not be what you are in the mood for. With a lot of easy crockpot recipes you simply have to decide what comforting food you want, add the ingredients to the crockpot and leave it to cook. Perhaps you know you are going to have a busy day and you will get home exhausted and not in the mood to cook, so why not plan your dinner in advance? Pick out one of the most easy[..]
The Slow Cooker Recipe Books
Culinary delights are often associated with Haute Cuisine or special dishes for special occasions. However, the discerning stay at home cook or the aspiring cooking debutant may be pleasantly surprised by the practical, time saving and wonderful slow cooker. First of all let me briefly explain the slow cooking process and exactly what is a slow cooker. A slow cooker gently cooks food over a long period of time thus infusing the succulent juices of its ingredients. Cooking at a low temperature, usually in a stainless steel or ceramic pot, conveys heat uniformly through its contents thus enhancing the cooking process. Many Authors have designed and created some wonderful slower cooker[..]
st a long time and to perform well commercial kitchen equipment must be maintained regularly and correctly. Daily cleaning and regular weekly and monthly maintenance is essential. It is much better to clean off food before it has the chance to become baked on as it will be much harder to remove. We've put together a guide to help you ensure that your equipment is kept in the best condition and last as long as possible. Commercial Convection Ovens These ovens are used for main dishes, baking bread and desserts. They should be wiped down daily inside and the fan cleaned thoroughly. Grease and food on the walls and fan affect the flow of air and severely impact the efficiency of the oven.[..]
Spicy Chili and Curry Recipes - And Grandma's...
At the end of a good night's splosh-up with the boys down at the local, we always seem to end up with a debate on the subject of what and where we're going to eat. You guessed it, it's always a toss-up between a spicy hot curry; a greasy Chinese or a burning hot Mexican dish. As you might suspect, this article is all about Spicy Chili Curry Recipes. In it, I will include a few great tips and a wickedly mouth-watering chili dish. As you are probably aware of, there are a great many wonderful curry recipes to choose from, and like my friends and I, we all have our favorites - ours being: · Pork Vindaloo · Chicken Tikka Masala · Chicken Tikka Biryani · Lamb[..]
How to Make Quinoa With Broccoli and Chicken Salad
There are various ways on how to make quinoa and what I like about it is it does not alter the taste nor overpower the other ingredients in the recipe. You can serve it for breakfast because it's a better alternative to oats. For lunch you can just add minced vegetables and cubed meat and then you're all set. One of my favorite vegetables is broccoli, why not, it's rich with fiber and it is packed with nutrients and I was so happy when I found recipe on how to make quinoa with broccoli. The original recipe doesn't call for any meat but I just had to add beef. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté garlic and onion, add thin beef strips and cook until meat is tender. Add oyster[..]
Recipes - Delicious Sandwich Fillers
Sandwiches make a great snack or meal; whether you lead a busy life and need a quick meal or if you want something cheap and tasty to serve to your guests. However, you don't have to limit yourself to a simple equation of the standard meat, lettuce, and tomato ingredients. In this article, I am going to include several recipes for delicious sandwich fillers that are not only cheap and easy to whip up, but they're also bursting with flavor! Coronation Chicken Ingredients: 6 chicken breast halves (skinless and boneless) 2/3 cup mayonnaise 1 tbsp apricot jam 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 large mango, peeled and chopped 1/3 cup sultana raisins 1 tsp mild curry powder 1/3 cup toasted cashews 1[..]
Chicken Malai Kabab is an excellent starter for an Indian or multi-cuisine meal. And you can gorge on it guilt-free. Serves 3 It is great when combined with white wine, soft drinks or a simple fresh lime soda. Ingredients: Chicken: 450 grams (skinned boneless chunks of medium-small size) For marinating: Curd: 1 tablespoon Mixed spices powder (Coriander, cumin, red chilli): 1 teaspoon For kabab dressing: Fresh cream: 1 tablespoon (low fat) Everest chicken masala: 1 teaspoon Juice of one lemon Flour: 1 ½ teaspoon Garlic: 3-4 cloves (crushed) Green chillies: 1-2 (crushed) Cardamom powder: 2 pinch Sugar: 2 pinch Salt 2 teaspoon or to taste Procedure: 1. Wash the chicken pieces and[..]
12 Amazing Uses For Pepper You Didn
#ffffff;" /> Various forms of pepper have long been used to satisfy our culinary experience but as it turns out, there is a lot more to pepper than meets the eye. Let’s have a look at some of the things pepper can be used for other than to spice foods: 1.If your old clunker is starting to get a slow leak in the radiator, pour some black pepper into it to plug up small holes. This will buy you time to get it fixed properly. 2.Are you having trouble with biting ants in your yard? You don’t need to use harsh chemicals for this. All you need is about a half cup of black or cayenne pepper poured down the hole and voila, no more ant problem. 3.This also holds true for hungry ants[..]
How To Make A Traditional Spanish Tortilla
an and Spanish Tortillas are not to be confused as they are two very different dishes. Likewise this Spanish omelet is only a distant cousin to the French omelet as it is not folded but is quite thick and flat and normally contains potato and sometimes bits of meat or other vegetables. Traditionally the Spanish tortilla was taken by the peasants into the fields where it was eaten cold between two slices of homemade bread covered in Olive Oil. It is often served in slices, again cold, in tapas bars. However it can equally well be enjoyed hot with a side salad and some crispy bread and as such is an important part of the health giving Mediterranean Diet. The success of making a Spanish[..]
A wonderful chicken recipe that will delight your family and friends. 2 cups unsalted chicken broth, defatted 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 tablespoons pickling spice 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut in halves 1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced 2 tablespoons jalapeno chili with seeds, minced 1 onion, cut in half and thinly sliced 1/3 cup rice wine vinegar 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves 3 large garlic cloves, minced 1 bag baked tortilla chips Directions In a large, heavy saucepan, broil the chicken broth and pickling spice for ten minutes; strain and return the liquid to the saucepan. Add in the chicken, onion, vinegar, garlic, oil and cumin.[..]
Silicone Bakeware Facts
are these funny colored, rubbery like objects that you see in the department stores, speciality kitchen stores (hosting KitchenAid, SiliconeZone, Llorente, Smartware bakeware and more) and now on TV? What you have to be asking yourself is, do these products really work? Well the answer is YES, they sure do. Professionl chefs have been using silicone bakeware for years. There are more brand choices today than ever before. With the recent improvement in silicone bakeware, you should make 2007 the year that you give them a try. Read on to learn the facts about Silicone Bakeware. What is Silicone? Silcone bakeware and other silicone kitchen utensils are safe to use. Silicone is a class of[..]
These chicken crockpot recipes are easy, quick and delicious. Just check these out and I'm sure you'll be amazingly surprised. So put your hat on and get ready for some quick easy chicken crockpot recipes: >> Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken 1 Celery - chop 1 Green pepper - chop 1 Med Onion - quartered 4 tablespoons Tapioca quick-cooking 4 Chicken breasts- boned - cut 8 ounces Pineapple chunks unsweetened 1/3 cup Dark brown sugar - packed 1/3 cup Red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon Soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon Ginger - ground Rice -- hot cooked CROCKPOT: Put vegs.in bottom of crackpot. Sprinkle tapioca over vegetables. Place chicken atop vegs. Combine all other[..]
now it is Halloween when bugs and bones show up on the dinner table. Here are some recipes that you can make for that special Halloween gathering. Chocolate Spiders 1 package (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips 2 cups (half a bag) miniature marshmallowsthin black licorice whipsmini M&Ms Melt chocolate in the microwave just until melted. I usually put it the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring well after every 30 seconds. The chocolate should not be too hot or else it will melt the marshmallows. Add the marshmallows to the chocolate and mix well, until the marshmallows are completely coated with the chocolate. Drop the mixture by spoonfuls onto waxed paper. Before the[..]
3 Delicious Crock-Pot Chicken Recipes
Are you looking for some new ways to cook chicken without spending a lot of time in your kitchen? If so, I have 3 delicious chicken recipes to share with you! These recipes are all made in the crock pot (slow cooker). They only take a few minutes to prepare. If you are a busy mom, I think you will enjoy these recipes. Crock Pot Tips Fill your slow cooker at least 1/2 full for the best slow cooking results. Tender vegetables such as fresh mushrooms, tomatoes or zucchini will only need to be added for the last 45 minutes of cooking time, otherwise you could over cook them. To assure even cooking of meat, be sure there is some space between the pieces to allow for circulation of heat and[..]
Crock Pot - It Cooks What?
So many people ask me about the Crock Pot. And equally so many people have no idea how versatile the Crock Pot really is. Everyone knows it is great for soup and stews. It is famous for it. The slow, long cooking is fantastic on those tougher cuts of meat. Take some vegetables, add some cubes of a cheap cut of meat and a can of soup. Eight to ten hours of slow cooking turns it all into a fantastic, hearty, flavorsome meal the whole family can enjoy. As for soups, just chuck it all in. Cook for as long as you like and then whiz it all up - soup. Now, all this is great. Delicious in fact. But there is heaps more you can make in the Crock Pot. We never use the oven to cook roast meats any[..]
Baking Up Profits
Has anyone ever told you to sell that delicious pound cake? Have friends and family insisted you could be making a mint selling your delicious sugar cookies? If this sounds like you, then you could be baking up profits from your kitchen. All over the country there are countless home-based bakeries delivering heavenly baked goods throughout the community. There are many responsibilities that go with starting a home-based bakery. You will first need to have a Food Regulatory Specialist/Food Compliance Officer come to your home and inspect it. In most cases the Department of Agriculture is the governing agency that will oversee your compliance inspection. Your kitchen will need to be[..]
Easy Guide To Raising Chickens - 3 Tips Novice...
If you want to join the bandwagon of raising chickens in your backyard, then you should have the adequate information or knowledge on how to do so. Raising chickens is not as easy as let's say, raising cats or dogs. There are other things that have to be considered as chickens have other needs. You will need a guide to raising chickens if you are still a novice at this undertaking. Continue reading if you want to get some helpful tips and insights on how to raise chickens. The first tip on the guide to raising chickens is the area and placement of your chicken coop. the chicken coop is the living space of your hens. This is the same area where they will be sleeping, eating and roaming[..]
If you have changed locations to several different bars and you are getting on really well, the next step is to drive her around in your car. You can do this easily by suggesting to go to another bar, a little farther away. If they are not comfortable with getting into your car, then you can either build more comfort and try again or simply organise a date and say your goodbyes. However, if you phrase it in the right way, they will usually realize that it is no big deal and they will gladly get in. If you are with your wingman and two girls, put him in the back with his girl and now the person you are interested in is beside you. Make sure you have some good music to keep up the mood and[..]