Saturday, November 23, 2013

Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix

This recipe only takes a couple minutes to put together and costs less than buying pre-packaged taco seasoning. It also has less salt and no artificial additives or preservatives. Ingredients:        2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin1 teaspoon ground...
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Friday, November 22, 2013

The Four Natural Enemies of Olive Oil

A high-quality extra virgin olive oil is a must-have staple in many kitchens, partly because its delicious flavor and versatile nature allow it to be used in countless ways. For starters, extra virgin olive oil is perfect in homemade salad dressings, on roasted vegetables and as a key ingredient in...
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Saturday, November 16, 2013

White Chicken Chili

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely minced 2 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 can green chills, drained and minced 4 cans white beans, undrained 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups rotisserie chicken...
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Monday, November 11, 2013

Kitchen Seasonings: A Quick World Tour

Herbs, spices and other seasonings are a natural and healthy way to add a lot of flavor to your recipes without adding a lot of extra calories. With a little practice, you can create an endless variety of delicious recipes, such as Mediterranean-inspired favorites bursting with the fresh flavors of...
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Saturday, November 9, 2013

Easy Basic Pizza Dough

This versatile recipe is great for pizza, pepperoni rolls or breadsticks for dipping. Ingredients: 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast 3/4 teaspoons brown sugar 1 1/2 cups very warm water (110˚F) 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Directions: Add warm water,...
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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Broiled Angel Food Cake with Fresh Whipped Cream and Berries

1 angel food cake, (store bought, from a mix or homemade) 4 tablespoons butter, melted 2 cups heavy cream 3 tablespoons white sugar 1 teaspoon real vanilla extract 1 pint strawberries, washed, hulled and sliced 1 container blueberries 1 high-quality dark chocolate bar (optional) Fresh mint sprigs...
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Sunday, November 3, 2013

Yuletide Breakfast In a Package

Ingredients:1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and crumbled 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 2 (9 inch) unbaked pastry shells 6 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup milk 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper 1/3 cup chopped green pepper Instructions:Preheat oven to 350...
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