Arugula is one of the many "new" greens making their way onto supermarket shelves in the United States, although in this case this marvelous herb has long been known and loved in Europe, especially Italy. You can use arugula in salads as you would lettuce or spinach, but it's tastiest......[Read More]

Whether you are headed to the beach, a picnic or a party by the pool, chances are you are looking for something light and refreshing to take along. Rather than take along the standard pasta ... ......[Read More]

This is the 3rd edition of the weekly 30-minute menus for 1020. These are published on a weekly basis; I like to develop the weekly menus on Thursday or Friday, grocery shop on Saturday, and ... ......[Read More]

Adding color to your diet can help in a variety of ways. The first of course is adding additional nutrients and vitamins that you might normally not receive in your average daily diet. Consider adding ... ......[Read More]

Serve a sensational, sweet and savory spiral-sliced ham for supper. These meats have been partially cut, making carving and serving them simpler compared to an uncut ham. To separate the ham slices for serving, you will only need to make a few cuts to remove the bone holding together the ham slices.......[Read More]

Sunny, fine days are synonymous to taking out the grill and having a barbecue party. But such parties can also become not too enjoyable, especially for the host. Below are some simple reasons why having a barbecue party is also fun at restaurants instead of just having it at home.......[Read More]

We all know about organic fruit and vegetables but did you know that you can now buy organic chicken? ......[Read More]

While you don't want to undercook corn and end up with hard kernels, you also don't want to overcook it, causing it to burn. There are many ways to cook corn without burning it. Try leaving the husks on or wrapping the corn in foil to prevent burning it in the oven or on the grill. When you're boili......[Read More]

Is a Hamilton Beach toaster oven worth your money? With some conflicting toaster oven reviews and ratings out there, this is a question that many people find them asking. Most consumers have a very clear ... ......[Read More]

Here is a Tilapia fish recipe that is easy to prepare, and tastes delicious.The sweet flavor of the coconut and nice crunch of the macadamia nuts really gives this tilapia fish a family pleasing taste.You could also use other mild fish in place of the Tilapia. ......[Read More]

Break away from the traditional oven roasted turkey and try something new this year. How about smoking a turkey? You can produce a wonderfully tender and flavorful turkey, by bringing it outdoors and adding a bit of smoke. The additional benefit besides the flavorful turkey is now you've freed ......[Read More]

Do you already have a meat grinder? Did you know that grinding your own meat could help you live a healthy, active lifestyle? According to studies and surveys, Americans today eat about three hundred or ... ......[Read More]

So previously choosing that load loss chart to grasp, try performance these summaries as regards the as a rule widespread diet programs given away in our day.Oh how fine it would be to see the ... ......[Read More]

You've seen sesame seeds on bagels, hamburger buns, sushi rolls and baguettes, but perhaps you've always figured they were there for decoration. While many of them get stuck in your teeth, the truth is that these tiny white seeds are rich in nutrients and add a distinct flavor to your food. A variet......[Read More]

Create reigns for a rocking horse, a jump rope or many other rope-related crafts by finger knitting. The repetitive finger knitting process doesn’t take long to master, and you can also teach your children how to do it. It is a hobby that results in a variety of useful end products.......[Read More]

There are two main categories of people who eat gluten free foods as a lifestyle. One, is people who have Celiac disease. They have to eat these special diets or risk their health because they have an intolerance to the protein and even the tiniest amount can make them sick.......[Read More]

Royal icing is a simple mixture of egg whites, powdered sugar and water. It can be thinned to any consistency you need, from putty-like to a smooth glaze. When it dries, it becomes hard and brittle, which makes it ideal for creating decorative elements such as flowers or dots. You may decorate brown......[Read More]

The Chinese "Liang Xiang" chestnuts are mostly well known with long history dated back to Song dynasty. There are many ways to eat chestnuts, but the most popular one is the sugar roasted chestnuts.......[Read More]

In culinary terms, "frenching" refers to the process of cutting a piece of meat into bits for better cooking. While it is possible to cook a rack of pork in one piece, frenching allows you to cut the pork ribs apart and cook the rack more quickly. A rack of pork is an excellent meal to serve if you ......[Read More]

No you don't need to have a winery or a vineyard to make wine. As a matter of fact, you don't even need much technical expertise on how to make good wine. All it will take is the interest and curiosity of producing a homemade brew which you can serve to a special friend or reserve for some......[Read More]