Archive for the 'Meals & Recipes' Category
Copycat Recipes…could They Help You During A Recession?
Friday, June 6th, 2008Everyone has favorite dishes and favorite restaurants that they like to eat at. Eating out more than a couple of times a week at restaurants can be very hard on the wallet, particularly with more than one person. As fun as it is to eat out on occasions, nothing beats being able to cook at […]
Quick
Wednesday, June 4th, 2008Fixing meal that is quick buy taste homemade is the key to successfully cooking a well balanced dinner on a hectic weeknight. When you get home from a rough day you will want to fix a dinner that will be healthy for you and your family but will also give you a break in the […]
Making A Cake From Scratch Is Simple
Monday, June 2nd, 2008We have a couple of birthdays coming up and I decided it’s about time to figure out how to make cakes from scratch. My mother and grandmother never bought a store-bought cake and box mixes were out of the question as well. Now it’s my turn to give homemade cakes and frostings a try.
I […]
Tips on Maintaining and Using Kitchen Cutlery
Sunday, June 1st, 2008Regardless of how you sharpen your knives, be sure to wash and dry them both before and after sharpening. Once you get used to having a sharp knife, you’ll know right away when yours is losing its edge. Suddenly, cutting becomes a lot more difficult. One easy test is sliding your knife […]
Better Start Your Morning With Roll Recipes
Sunday, June 1st, 2008Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is what fuels your body. It provides you the nutrition, calories and required carbohydrates that help your brain and body perform at their peak.
Most people find that they do not have the time to eat breakfast in the morning. It is the time to […]
Great Food For The Backyard: Essential Backyard Advice
Saturday, May 31st, 2008When most individuals think of backyards and food, a barbeque often comes to mind. If you and your family are interested in having a backyard barbeque, you will have to decide on the foods in which you would like to cook. If you have a large family or a few picky eaters, you may […]
Looking For A Copycat Recipe?
Saturday, May 31st, 2008If you have been craving your favorite restaurant meal, but your budget doesnt allow for frequent meals out, there’s a sure fire way you can find the top secret restaurant recipe for many of your favorite foods. You just need to get your hands on some copy cat recipes as quick as possible.
You can find […]
Spoil Yourself - Rent A Christmas Castle - Christmas Castle Roast Goose
Monday, May 26th, 2008If the prospect of yet another dry turkey with all its trimmings leaves you feeling a little jaded, try a French favourite and serve Roast Goose rather than the typical turkey.
This is one of our favourite French christmas castle Recipes. After all France is the nation that we can thank for […]
Red White & Blue Cheesecake Parfaits
Saturday, April 28th, 2007INGREDIENTS:
1/4 cup lite ricotta cheese
1/4 cup nonfat cream cheese
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons no-sugar-added all-fruit seedless raspberry spread, melted
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
3/8 cup vanilla wafer crumbs
2 tablespoons frozen reduced-calorie whipped topping, thawed
Instructions:
Combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese and sugar in food processor. Process until smooth, scraping sides of processor bowl once; set mixture aside. […]
Great Northern Bean Scallion Soup
Wednesday, April 25th, 2007Ingredients:
1-1/2 cup vegetable broth (homemade or canned)
1 can (15oz) navy beans (or equal amount cooked pre-soaked beans)
1 can (15oz) sweetened tomatoes (or equal amount fresh, simmered, or freshly chopped)
1 cup cooked brown rice
2 - 3 scallions
1 T oregano
1 T butter or olive oil
1 T basil
1/4 t turmeric
Salt (optional)
Instructions:
Sauté scallions and herbs. Combine tomatoes with sauted […]
