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Author :: Crystal Paine  |
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| Article Title :: Once-A-Month-Cooking: How to Make Your Plan Work |
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| As one of the oldest children in a family of nine, I know that cooking for a crowd can almost be a full-time job. Once-a-month-cooking has been a lifesaver for our family. In the beginning though, when we first heard of cooking 30 meals in one day, it sounded rather impossible. It was not until we had tried it, though, that we found it is not only possible, but it can even be quite simple and fun!BlessingsIf you are skeptical about taking on what might seem like an overwhelming task to you, let me first share some of the blessings which have resulted for our family from once-a-month-cooking.• It has saved us many hours of trying to figure out what to have for dinner (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Vanessa Kirkland |
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| Article Title :: Old-Fashioned Taffy Pull Party--How to Host Your Own |
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| Want a unique party idea for your child’s birthday—or even
her next weekend sleepover with friends? Try hosting your
own taffy pull. It can get pretty messy, but kids absolutely
love it. Just follow these steps to minimize the mess . . .
and maximize the fun!1. Stock up on supplies.If you don’t already own basic candymaking tools, stocking
up is pretty easy. You’ll need a medium-size saucepan
(3 or 4 quarts) with a heavy bottom and straight sides.
You’ll also need a long-handled wooden spoon, a pastry brush
(used to brush off any crystals that might form), and a good
candy thermometer with a metal clamp that attaches to the
side of your saucepan.Next, go (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Judy Williams |
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| Article Title :: Eat your Veggies! Simple Cooking Methods |
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| Vegetables add colour, taste, texture and bulk to our daily diet. There are dozens of different vegetables that can be prepared in literally hundreds of ways. So what's best?There is no best. The thing to do is to eat your vegetables, lots of them, everyday in a wide variety of ways and stop worrying about the preparation methods. Variety is the key...RawMany vegetables taste fabulous just the way they are straight out of the garden. Lettuce, tomato, celery, cabbage, onion, radish, carrot are obvious choices here. But they are just as likely to find themselves next to chopped up broccoli, cauliflower, peas, beans and zucchini on a starter platter with dips. Was (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Jeremy Hier |
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| Article Title :: Weber Grills Reviewed: Quality that Lasts |
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| Barbecuing has long been a favorite pastime for many and the grills people are buying have only become bigger and better as the years go by. But, with so many grills to choose from, how do consumers know which company produces the best? Well, the Weber Grill company has proven itself to be one of the greatest choices when purchasing gas, smoke and charcoal grills. Not only are their products top of the line, but they’re made with quality materials and are complete with the latest and greatest inventions in grilling. So, when you buy a Weber grill, you know without a doubt that it will stand the test of time and that it will cook up fantastic food that will leave your neighbors in aw (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Nora Poulos |
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| Article Title :: Vegetarian Cooking - Three Basics |
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| For any of the many reasons people choose to eat
vegetarian food - religion, politics, finances, or health -
one thing in common is that everyone prefers food that
tastes delicious and provides good nutrition. There are
some basic techniques to vegetarian cooking which will
accomplish that.There is a range of vegetarianism. From the vegan to the
person who eats meat on rare occasions. Some people
consider themselves basically vegetarian if they never eat
red meat, but do eat fish and chicken once in a while.
Other vegetarians eat animal products like eggs and dairy,
but never the animal itself. A vegan is at the far end of
the continuum, rejecting animal products entirely. Veg (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Bev Hlavka |
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| Article Title :: Outdoor Chefs Choose Gas Grills |
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| How many of you remember dad trying to get the charcoal started? The mess, time and burgers tasting of lighter fluid are some reasons why outdoor chefs are choosing gas grills for their recipes for BBQs over a charcoal barbecue. A gas grill offers many advantages for BBQ over charcoal. An outdoor chef doesn’t want to wait for the coals to heat up when a turn of the knob quickly gets the barbecues started. A gas grill offers the ease of a push button start, temperature control and no mess.Before you buy, consider these points. Is the size of the gas grill important to you, or do you require portability? Would you like to cook an entire meal, or just use it for traditional BBQ gr (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Curtis Miller |
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| Article Title :: Kitchen Canister Sets - How to Beautify Your Kitchen |
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| Kitchen canister sets are a great way to accent your kitchen and give you more storage space. Canister sets of today come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Finding the right kitchen canister set depends on your individual tastes and what theme, if any, the kitchen is. Many manufactures including All-Clad, Calphalon and Fleur Rouge have a wide assortment to choose from.When deciding which canisters to add to your kitchen also keep in mind the different kinds. A canister can be found made from stainless steel, glass, acrylic and stoneware. Families with children may want to consider acrylic or stainless steel for durability and long life.Another consideration is h (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Sara Noel |
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| Article Title :: Handy Home-Prepared Mixes |
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| Pre-packaged store-bought box mixes are expensive. Have you considered homemade alternatives? Made-from-scratch mixes are healthy, cost beneficial, store well, and taste great. Often times, you’re paying for the packaging of commercial “convenience” foods and you don’t have any control over the additives and preservatives they contain. When making your own mixes, you tailor the ingredients, so have control over the quality and quantity.Making your own bulk mixes is a great way to stock your pantry. Creative containers make homemade mixes a terrific frugal gift idea too. There’s something deeply satisfying when cooking from scratch. It takes some minimal preparation, but m (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Curtis Miller |
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| Article Title :: Rice Cookers - Perfect Rice Every Time |
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| Love fluffy cooked rice but dislike the preparation time and clean up? Then rice cookers maybe just what you need. Today's rice cooker is a thrifty time saving device for anyone's kitchen. Also eating rice weekly has many health benefits. With so many rice cookers to choose from how does one decide? Let's take a look at the many features and sizes of a rice cooker and determine which is right for you and your family.Size - How much rice will you cook at one time? Also consider how much space you have for storing the unit. Rice cookers very in the amount of uncooked rice they hold, between 5 to 10 cups. If one's family is large or rice is used when having a dinner party then a highe (read full article) |
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| Category :: Cooking Articles |
Author :: Bev Hlavka |
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| Article Title :: Don’t Poke the Chicken at Your Backyard Barbecue |
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| You might be planning a home remodeling project and it includes an outdoor kitchen. A big part of that plan will be the type of grill you introduce. There are a lot of things to think about and options to research before investing in equipment. I am not a gourmet chef, but I think it is helpful to know what you enjoy grilling the most for your family. Are you carnivores or do you enjoy fish and poultry?Don’t forget about the veggies and fruit. Anything can safely and deliciously be cooked on a grill of your choice so be open to the possibilities. For the brevity, let’s concentrate on the meat portion. Beef can be economical if you purchase cheaper cuts such as brisket, but mo (read full article) |
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