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Best Recipes: Taco Soup
Instead of the usual tacos, why not try this delicious taco soup featuring fresh roast beef and salsa? 1 cup mild salsa ¼ cup red or green bell pepper, chopped ½ teaspoon ground red chilies or chili... Times Read: 149

Christmas Recipes: Cakes & Tarts. No.7 of 7 - Christmas Swiss Roll
Christmas recipe makes 8 slices calories per serving: 720 cals Preparation time: 45 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Not suitable for freezing Christmas recipe ingredients oil for greasing caster su... Times Read: 148

The Chefs Mindset
Have you ever wondered what the difference between a great chef and an ordinary chef is? How can one produce food recipes that are remembered and another produce food that is quickly forgotten? Disre... Times Read: 142

Butter Cream Icing Recipes
Recipe 1 1 ½ cups of different types of vegetable shortenings 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons flavors (colorless) 2 pounds of confectioner’s sugar ¼ to ½ cup of water or milk (water is a good choice... Times Read: 135

Best Recipes: Taco Cookies
These taco cookies look really cute, are fun to make, and best of all, taste great! 1 (18 oz.) pkg. Refrigerated sugar cookies 1 cup whipping cream 2 tablespoons sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ teaspoon... Times Read: 130

Best Recipes: Baja Fish Tacos
Relax and enjoy a bit of the Baja vibe with these laid-back fish tacos. 2 pkgs. Frozen grilled fish fillets (garlic butter flavor) 2 cups coleslaw mix 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 2 tablespoons g... Times Read: 129

Why Australia For Fine Wines?
Australia, the land DownUnder, has become a major and exciting force in international wines. Australian wine is taking the world by storm, due to the quality of the grape stock combined with the skil... Times Read: 128

Taste The Difference When You Use A Coffee Grinder
We all enjoy a good cup of coffee to keep us refreshed and alert, but in today’s world of freeze dried and instants it is difficult to get that real coffee taste and aroma – in fact some people have ... Times Read: 126

Italian Food...Buon Appetito!
The pleasures and love of Italian cuisine are known the world over. Italian cookery and recipes vary from region to region, and on the whole it is very healthy and nutritious, using natural ingredien... Times Read: 124

Pierogi Recipe: Potato and Cheese Filling
One of the most popular, if not the best, Polish dishes is the pierogi. Pierogi is a versatile food that can be enjoyed several different ways. It is basically a dumpling that can be stuffed with m... Times Read: 121

Christmas Cheesecake
This is a cheesecake that I have been making for over 20 years if you follow the recipe to the tee you won't have any problem, it is also colorful as well as the most lucious piece of pastry that you... Times Read: 121

Best Recipes: Broiled Santa Fe Steaks
This delicious southwestern beef recipe features juicy steak with fresh salsa. ½ cup thick and chunky salsa ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped 2 tab... Times Read: 120

Okay, I've Made My Espresso, Now What Do I Do With the Milk?
I did all of the right things to make espresso at home. I bought myself a good espresso machine. I learned which espresso beans have the best taste and how to grind them to the correct fineness. I... Times Read: 119

How to prepare the best Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Would you like to prepare the best Garlic Mashed Potatoes that you enjoy at your favorite restaurant, but have no idea where to start to achieve that wonderful and delightful flavor? There are a vari... Times Read: 119

Indian Cookery with a British Twist
In a traditional Indian home, the wife and mother does not go out to work. She stays at home and spends her days making sure that there is wholesome and tasty food ready for her family to eat whenev... Times Read: 118

Can Pizza Actually Be Healthy For You?
This article may come as a surprise to you, especially if you follow a healthy and nutritious diet... It's about pizza, the weakness of many people including me. I love pizza- always have. I make sur... Times Read: 118

Best Casserole Recipe: Cheesy Barbecue Casserole
Here’s an Italian baked ziti recipe with an interesting twist – barbecue sauce. If you love the taste of barbecue, this casserole’s for you. 3 cups uncooked ziti pasta 1 pound ground beef ½ cup onio... Times Read: 118

Cake And Candy Gifts Will Make Them Feel Like A Kid Again!
So you have a friend that has a sweet tooth and you need to get them a last minute gift, or just a gloriously well thought out gift? Consider give cake and candy as gifts. Of course, you don’t have... Times Read: 118

Best Recipes: Three Bean Enchilada Chili
A chili recipe with three kinds of beans means three times the flavor! 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup onion, chopped 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes, undrained 1 (... Times Read: 117

History of Coffee: Part V - Speciality Coffee
With the large multi-national coffee companies focused purely on coffee as a commodity rather then a drink to be savoured, it allowed a new sector to emerge in the coffee industry: Speciality Coffee.... Times Read: 117

The Skinny on Legumes, Seeds and Nuts
Beans, peas and lentels are in the legume family and are excellent food choices. Legumes are healthy complex carbohydrates, full of vitamins and minerals as well as fiber. They are a good source of p... Times Read: 116

Eat Healthy Foods - It Makes Sense!
We all know the importance of eating healthy foods for their vitamin and mineral content. However, in recent years, scientists have discovered that there are hundreds of substances in food that have ... Times Read: 116

Riesling on the Rise
You've probably heard the saying that if you don't like Chardonnay, it's because you haven't found the right one. Tongue and cheek sentiment aside, it bears witness to the great variety of different... Times Read: 115

Wine Utensils
Ideal wine making utensils to use for boiling ingredients & juices are those consisting of good quality enamel. If possible, try to purchase wine utensils sold under proprietary names, as they are o... Times Read: 112

Wine Fermentation
What is wine fermentation? In short, it is the complex action whereby the living organism of yeast breaks the sugar down into carbon dioxide and alcohol. The action of the yeast on the sugar continue... Times Read: 112

Best Recipes: Chicken Quesadillas
Do you enjoy the zesty yet mellow taste of chicken quesadillas? Now you can make your own at home with this tasty recipe. 2 cups Mexican flavored cheese, shredded 6 flour tortillas 1 cup cooked chic... Times Read: 112

Wine Bottling and Syphoning
The ideal utensils to use for wine making and boiling ingredients & juices are those of good quality enamel. Those sold under a brand name are most reliable. The utensils must not be chipped. It is... Times Read: 111

Tea and Decaffeination Processing
Decaffeination and tea is a subject that has long been misunderstood not only by consumers but also by industry professionals. I was taken by surprise when I recently read an excerpt from a newly rel... Times Read: 111

Only With Beer Can Chicken Taste Good
Only with beer can chicken taste good – a sentiment shared by passionate beer drinkers. Gourmet meals are enjoyed by many; when one thinks of the beverages served in a high class restaurant, wine com... Times Read: 111

How To Throw A Tea Party
Tea parties are a great way to gather a few close friends for a timeless tradition. Begin by sending out invitations 3 weeks in advance. Purchase tablecloths and other decorations to match your theme... Times Read: 110

Dine Under the Stars on a Panoramic Ocean Terrace Overlooking Las Tres Islas and the Sparkling Bay of Mazatlán
Those who stay at the Hotel Playa Mazatlan are likely to find a Mazatlan restaurant that suits their dining needs without even leaving the resort. Mazatlan offers a wide variety of dining options in... Times Read: 109

The Secret of Cigars
Cigars are comprised of surprisingly few component parts. Unlike cigarettes, which usually have filters, two different kinds and colors of paper, and filler ingredients other than tobacco, cigars ar... Times Read: 109

FOCUS ON FIBER: How Much is Enough?
The average American only gets about half the amount of fiber they need everyday for their body to function optimally. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), fiber helps lower cholestero... Times Read: 107

Coffee - To Freeze Or Not To Freeze?
It was 6am and I'd just arrived at my local gym. As I walked into the entrance area I sensed that smell of all smells wafting across the foyer - the fine aroma of a well brewed coffee. It was my favo... Times Read: 105

Hot Sauce – Heating Things Up
There is nothing like a dash of hot sauce to liven up even the blandest of all dishes. In fact, true to the genre of sauces all over the world, the hot sauce is not only an accompaniment but also doe... Times Read: 105

The History Of Jelly Beans
Jelly beans have some pretty interesting facts buried in their history. These are a favorite confection that have been around for quite some time, just over a hundreds years or so. While info about t... Times Read: 105

Aphrodisiac Dinner Date
Dinner dates with new companions can make or break a budding romance. First dates can be nerve racking. Planning the date can be particularly difficult. Where should you go, what should you do and... Times Read: 105

The Top 10 Quick Tips that will save common household recipes!!!
1. Making great biscuits: biscuits are great from scratch because most recipes use only 5-6 ingredients. My personal recipe uses only baking soda, baking powder, flour, buttermilk, salt, and butter... Times Read: 104

Growing Apples for Great Wine
There are countless varieties of apples in general cultivation in this country and all have their likes and dislikes - yet all the all-round varieties seem to do well almost anywhere. Like all fruits... Times Read: 104

Home Espresso Machine
The coffee craze has swept the nation! Starbucks are popping up on every street corner, in grocery stores, book shops, shopping malls, and even libraries. This coffee fever has spread to fast food re... Times Read: 103

Not all Fats are Bad
Fats have been unfairly lumped together as being all bad for too long. Fat doesn't necessarily cause disease, and can actually cause a role in its prevention. The truth is that some fats are very bad... Times Read: 102

Cooking Healthy For Radiant Health
Who can resist the mouth-watering pictures in a cookbook? Who doesn’t have childhood memories of the fragrances that wafted from the kitchen on holidays, and even on regular, ordinary days? Spices, b... Times Read: 101

How To Enjoy A Good Cup Of Gourmet Coffee
Are you tired of your regular Joe life and your regular Joe cup of coffee that you start your day with? Then it’s time to reward yourself with something different. Why not jazz up your morning ritual... Times Read: 100

The Truth about BBQ Sauce
Barbecue sauces have a uniquely Southern and Western U.S. history. Most experts agree that the practice of adding sauce and spices to meat and fish began early in our history, with Native Americans ... Times Read: 100

Indian Food as Part of a Weight Loss Regime
Most people think that you can’t possibly eat Indian food, if you’re on a slimming diet. That’s a fair statement if you always eat Indian food in restaurants, because many traditional Indian recipes... Times Read: 100

Tips for Selecting the Right Beef Cuts for Your Meal and Budget
When we stand at the butchers counter, most of us may wonder what is the difference between a top sirloin and a porterhouse. If you ever come across a good beef cookbook, you will be able to apprecia... Times Read: 99

Five "Health Foods" That May Be Making You Sick!
There are many of us who are dieting and trying to live a healthy lifestyle. We exercise and go out of our way to eat the best foods we can. Most of us already know that trans-fats, white sugar and w... Times Read: 99

Extraordinary Tailgating Recipes, Adding Spice to the Game
One of the great recreational activities is an exciting and fun-filled tailgating party. It's more than just drinks at the back of an SUV or a truck; tailgating parties are a big hit at any sports ev... Times Read: 99

History of Napa Wine
History of Napa Wine: "Napa" means a land of plenty. This part of world is full of rivers, migrating birds especially waterfowls and the valley of greeneries with plenty of wildcats, elk, black bear ... Times Read: 98

How To Make Your Own Cookie Bouquets
We've all seen them. Clusters of big, gourmet cookies, individually wrapped in shiny, colored cellophane, with bows and ribbons. They come in many styles and with different treats, toys or gift items... Times Read: 95

Ancient Secret So Powerful It Is Even Mentioned In The Bible!
For thousands of years, herbs have played an important role in man’s life. The ancients used them for improved health and wellbeing, and today, even with the miracles of modern medicine, herbs contin... Times Read: 81

How To Master Your French Press
Daryl Plaza Times Read: 78

Wine Tasting for the Average Joe
Going to a wine tasting can be a very fun and enjoyable experience. However, many people do not attend for fear of not knowing exactly how to act or what to do. There no great mystery to wine tastin... Times Read: 73

The Maligned Potato: Respect At Last?
Ah, the poor, maligned potato! Beaten up by dieters (especially the low-carb variety), nutritionists and other experts as being "ok in moderation", the potato may at long last be gaining some respect... Times Read: 73

Seven Fun Things You Can Do with Popcorn
What type of popcorn lover are you? How do you cook it, stove top, microwave, air popped or camp fire roasted? How about toppings, naked, salted, drenched in butter, cheese laddened, covered in carme... Times Read: 71

Buffalo Meat - A Cut Above The Rest
For many people, nothing could be more stressful than being a meat lover and be prescribed a low-calorie diet. Meat and low calories are self-contradictory, that’s the common perception. Persons wh... Times Read: 70

Simple Gourmet Coffee
There are a number of countries that produce coffee and new regions are converting their crops to the mighty bean as our demand for different tasting coffee increases. We are also adding more exotic ... Times Read: 69

Gas Grill Warranties - The Less Said, The Better
The proof of the pudding, so to speak, is the warranty coverage. Generally, the better the burner, the better the warranty. If this statement is true, then the grill company is willing to stand behin... Times Read: 68

Low Fat Food Not No Fat Food Part II - Low Fat Fish Recipe
This low fat fish recipe is delicious, can be made easily and contains only 3.61 grams of fat. Try it out today. Mild Fish Curry Ingredients: 2 cups of Fish or Vegetable stock 1 tspn of Chili Powd... Times Read: 68

Healthy Breakfast Foods
It is always surrounded by silly excuse of lack of time. And still no one denies that fact that "breakfast" is the most important meal of the day. Why such a hullabaloo about this early morning meal... Times Read: 68

White Bread
White bread is a subject that is constantly being raised in recent times when such things as intestinal and bowel problems arise. The common belief is that it acts like a glue once inside the intesti... Times Read: 68

Cooking with Culinary Lavender
Have you tried whole grains with culinary lavender? Whole grains are making a comeback, and their advantages in terms of health and environmental conservancy are well known. However, to many palate... Times Read: 67

Raisin Roll Delight
Ingredients: ¾ cup cold water plus 2 Tablesps (very important) 6 Tablesps butter (¾ stick) ¾ cup vital wheat gluten flour 1/3 cup unbleached, all-purpose wheat (white) flour trace of salt (two light ... Times Read: 67

We Keep Fighting Over a Pavlova - Find Out Why And Try The Recipe!
Australians and New Zealanders maintain an ongoing "controversy" over who concocted the famous Pavlova. The Aussies lay claim to it but the Kiwis think very differently. Each claim it as one of the... Times Read: 66

Coffee Roaster Machines - Java on Demand!
Most coffee lovers have a strong liking to freshly brewed coffee. They are not very fond of instant coffee and sometimes may even consider it demeaning to have coffee right out of the can. They will ... Times Read: 66

Just How Is Chocolate Made?
How is chocolate made you are wondering? Chocolate is derived from a cocoa bean removed from the pod of the cocoa tree. Cocoa trees are found growing in equatorial zones in the South America region. ... Times Read: 65

Syrah and... the Sex Appeal?
It is a well established standard practice to apply all sorts of descriptors wine that go well beyond simply describing the taste, aroma, and texture. Indeed it has become somewhat of a tradition to... Times Read: 65

The Quick and Easy Guide to Water Filters
I bet you are frustrated over constantly having to buy new water filters for your home. After all, you don’t want to drink the tap water straight- who knows where it has been. And, you certainly don’... Times Read: 65

Eat Moderately
The first step to loose weight and be healthy is to control your eating habits. Loosing weight starts with eating moderately. Did you know that your new automobile is likely to have a larger cup-hold... Times Read: 64

Selecting the Right Ingredients for Home-Made Wine
Tips for choosing the best home-made wine ingredients: Fruits must be ripe, but not over-ripe. A few shriveled grapes or black currants are unlikely to harm a brew. In the case of larger fruits such ... Times Read: 64

Barbeque and Grilling Blunders
Billy Bristol Times Read: 64

How To Make Sausage and Cornbread Cabbage Rolls
Here is a simple method to make fantastic Sausages and cabbage rolls! Try it when you have time… Ingredient: 4 ea Large Cabbage Leaves 1/2 lb Bulk Pork Sausage 1 ea Large Beaten Egg ... Times Read: 64

Hot And Spicy Chick Peas (Vegetarian Recipe)
Summary: Hot and Spicy Chick Peas By: The Skinny Cook This delicious Chick pea curry recipe is fully vegetarian, in the tradition of Vegetarian Indian cooking. Who said vegetables recipes can't be ... Times Read: 63

Some Irish Recipes to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick’s Day is March 17th, and it is a “day for wearing green” and other Irish traditions. Even though the patron saint St. Patrick was not born in Ireland, everything that is Green (which symb... Times Read: 63

Best Gourmet Coffee – From Espresso to Exotic
One of the reasons for the worldwide popularity of coffee is that the number of variations it can be prepared in. It is a very versatile drink and can be adapted to suit a range of palates. If you a... Times Read: 62

Grilling Secrets for the Perfectly Grilled Steak
There is nothing quite like a good, juicy steak cooked on a grill. But, many people don't know grilling secrets such as the best cuts to use, what size they should be, how long to cook the steaks, a... Times Read: 62

Gas Grill Burners: Getting to Know You
The cast brass and cast stainless steel burners have the smallest burrs -- by far. This will mean less chaos in the gas flow, fewer trapped particulate matter in the burner and a cleaner burning gril... Times Read: 61

Secrets to Becoming a Wine Connoisseur
Wine is a broad term that refers to the fermentation of plant matter for the purpose of producing an alcoholic beverage. Of course, most people think of grapes as the basis for wine, but other sourc... Times Read: 61

The Secret Components of Cigars
Cigars are comprised of surprisingly few component parts. Unlike cigarettes, which usually have filters, two different kinds and colors of paper, and filler ingredients other than tobacco, cigars ar... Times Read: 61

Baby Shower Cakes - How to Buy or Make Wonderful Baby Cakes that Surprise Your Guests?
How can you have a complete baby shower without baby shower cakes? A baby cake is more than a moist, yummy confection to eat. You can use it as a wonderful baby shower centerpiece to make a special p... Times Read: 61

How to Choose a Wine Rack to Fit Your Style and Budget
Cultivating an appreciation of wine is a growing trend in the US. Shops specializing in wine are appearing throughout the country, not just in the traditional vineyard regions of California, Oregon,... Times Read: 60

What Do I Do With All These Packets Of DIP Mix?
It seems that everyone uses dip mix but me. I’ve managed to accumulate quite the collection of dip mixes. (Ranch, jalapeno, Mexican, etc.) What can I do with these other than make DIP? Signed, Drowni... Times Read: 60

Why Do We Love To Eat Chocolate?
Do you ever wonder why we love chocolate so much? The answer may seem as simple as because it tastes good, but there may be more to it than that. There are actual studies to back up some of the physi... Times Read: 60

Market Your Cookbook
Divine recipes, luscious photographs – this is your first cookbook and you look forward to those big royalty checks. So what's your marketing plan for this book? What are you doing to increase sales?... Times Read: 60

Enjoy Colorado Wines
Announcing! One of the Best Kept Secrets in the World of Wine... Do you remember hearing that the best wines are now coming from California? Forget everything you've heard about California wine an... Times Read: 60

Boxty (Irish Griddle Cakes)
Being of the Irish persuasion, I offer this great recipe for Boxty. Boxty is a traditional Irish dish, and has been around for many a year. I especially like this dish with butter and a dollop of m... Times Read: 60

Don't Burn It - Roast It!
Despite plenty of evidence to the contrary, I still see recipes that insist you should cook meat at high temperature for the first twenty minutes or so to seal it and then lower the level for the res... Times Read: 60

Translation of Italian Recipes: Localization?
Translation - Translation is mostly about the conversion of a document from one language to another. The document is kept as it was originally intended and written, therefore having the same meaning.... Times Read: 59

Best Recipes: Barbecued Chicken Nachos
This recipe is a marriage made in nacho heaven! Zesty barbecue sauce enhances the hearty flavor of chicken, chili beans, and melted cheese. 1 ½ cups cooked chicken, chopped 2/3 cup barbecue sauce 8 ... Times Read: 59

What Is Organic Food And Should I Buy It?
Organic food is the food derived from animals and plants that have been grown and raised in accordance with the strict guidelines associated with government’s definition of the term, “organic.” In or... Times Read: 59

What You Should Know About Low Carb Diets!
What is a Low Carb Diet? You'll do away with bad carbs and bad fats, and start eating good fats and good carbs. What you need to understand is that you are not really on a diet, but changing the w... Times Read: 59

Best Casserole Recipe: Southwestern Rice Casserole
Here’s a tasty variation of Mexican rice, and best of all it’s simple and quick to make. 3 cups cooked white rice 1 cup frozen bell pepper stir-fry 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced peeled tomatoes with chili ... Times Read: 58

The Cuisine Of Madrid - A Guide
The Madrid region (one of Spain’s smallest), as one would expect, is largely dominated by the capital city itself. It has been said, by gourmands and food critics alike, that Madrid does not really h... Times Read: 58

Olive Oil – What’s the Difference? Questions and Answers
‘Olive oil’, ‘Virgin’, ‘Extra Virgin’, ‘Light’, ‘Pure’ - Is there a difference? If so, does it matter? Which is better? Are all olive oils ‘extra virgin’? What is ‘extra virgin olive oil’? Are all pr... Times Read: 57

Green Tea Stir-Fry Chicken Over Udon
Ingredients (4 servings) ½ lb chicken breast 1 stalk scallion 1 tbsp sesame seeds 1 lb Fresh, refrigerated or frozen udon noodles 1/4 teaspoon rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons light soy sauce ... Times Read: 57

Happy Healthy Hollidays with this Eggnog Recipe
When it is holiday time, only one drink comes to mind: eggnog. This healthy drink recipe is delicious and it uses soymilk instead of whole milk. It gets a completely new flavor and color with the ad... Times Read: 57

To Fry Or Not To Fry?
Here's a little known factoid - did you know that KFC changed its image by retiring the slogan Kentucky FRIED Chicken. Instead, they became known as serving up Kitchen Fresh Chicken. Long are the day... Times Read: 56

The Truth About Turkey
All along, turkey has been associated to once a year family feasts. You know, the Thanksgiving turkey. The Christmas turkey. Roast turkey stuffed with some yummy stuffing, eaten with gravy or cranber... Times Read: 56

The Inn At Kristofer's In Sister Bay Wisconsin Offers A Great Dining Experience
Door County, Wisconsin is a popular destination for tens of thousands of travelers every year. Small villages with populations of less than 500 people swell to large crowds during the summer weekends... Times Read: 55

Restuarants that Deliver in New York and Los Angeles
What is the easiest way to order in food? Many people cannot find a menu and waste time looking for it while others waste money calling 411. At the end, it often becomes a tedious task to place an o... Times Read: 54