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Pasta is one of my favourite foods and whenever I am craving it but am too tired to cook something time consuming, this is the recipe I always turn to for my pasta fix! Today has been one of those days, craving something yummy but too tired after spe (read full article)
Broad beans aka Chikkudu kaya is my all time favorite in Beans family. As a kid mom used to just steam these in cooker along with turmeric and salt and would serve them hot in a bowl as a snack. They were very delicious and we could finish the whole (read full article)
I never eat much in the way of interesting for breakfast during the week. I’m not a morning person, so breakfast is an autopilot affair most of the time. Scrambled eggs, toast, and tea, every day. But weekends, usually Sunday mornings, hu (read full article)
Mozzarella, Basil, Tomato Grilled Cheese Bruschetta 4 servings (with 4 inch round cookie cutter) NOTES All recipes created by Marla unless otherwise noted. Source organic ingredients when available. Shop for ingredients at the Family Fresh Cooking Am (read full article)
When I get home from work there is often about half a cup of coffee left in my french press. Some days I am in the need of a little something, so I make myself a pick-me-up drink. It's super simple and tasty...unless you think the coffee (read full article)
Be sure to check out my new blogsite A CUPCAKE IN EACH HAND www.greatcupcakes.blogspot.com Ranch Salad Dressing is probably one of the world's most popular dressings. Or at least it is the good ole' USA. It's right up there with Italian and, runnin (read full article)
Brie, Tomato and Pepper StrataIt was a great party - good friends, good food and good wine. Peering into my refrigerator the next morning though I was confronted with the eternal question "what am I going to eat"? (Ok, it may not be "the" (read full article)
It's the start of planning week for the Step Away for the Chips challenge. We're going to go one week avoiding processed foods. I'm trying to eat fresh fruits and veggies, fresh seafood, more whole grains. But if the fresh options are too high look (read full article)
Let's go back to healthy drink, this time high protein and low in fat using tofu and soy milk. Another simple way to quench your thirst! I didn't add much honey since the raspberries are already sweet.1 cup silk tofu (Japanese tofu)1 cup soy milk (I (read full article)
Cornbread Muffins, adapted from Allrecipes Ingredients: 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup cornmeal 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder 1/3 cup egg substitute 1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk 1 1/2 tablespoons canol (read full article)
Nutritive value of Ragi per 100 gProtein 7.3 gFat 1.3 gCarbohydrate 72 gMinerals 2.7 gCalcium 3.44 gFibre 3.6 gEnergy 328 KcalBenefitsWheat Free, Made with Non-Gluten Ingredients, Whole Grain Flour, Dairy Free, Rich In Thiamin, Good Source of Fiber & (read full article)
The 2010 half way mark passed. Can you believe there are just four months until the New Year? I was determined to bake more since you all helped me to overcome my baking phobia in 2009, thanks. Even though it has been “killer hot” down here, hot (read full article)
Miss Leone’s Stuffed Queen Olives: Bleu Cheese, Cheddar, Feta, 12-Ounce Jars (Pack of 3) Outstanding Spanish Olives This Set of Three cheese Stuffed is filled with the greatest assortment of cheese for the Cheese Lover. Handstuffed Low Fat Snac (read full article)
The "golden girls", i.e. my mother and her friend from Winnipeg are going to be together for a couple of weeks. Here we are planning their social activities and preparing their food in advance. If they heard me say it they would completely deny it (read full article)
Sometimes - ok, often - my fridge is a disaster; full of left-over bits of this, and unused bits of that. If I've been cooking a lot, the shelves will be a melange of monkey dishes featuring half-cups of veggies, perhaps a solo portion of meat - the (read full article)
Monday morning Matt woke up with his very first cold and fever. I also woke up feeling under the weather. We toughed it out at daycare and work yesterday, but are laying low at home today. For second breakfast I made the following Cold and Fat Bustin (read full article)
For a while, people have been asking me if I would like an ice cream machine. Perhaps they were in search of finding a kitchen-gadget-gift for Jan and me that we didn’t already own, or they sensed my great love for all things sinfully sweet (read full article)
My return to the Lone Star State has caused a temporary swell of pride for Texas food and flavors. I'm sure it will pass or at least fade soon, but in the meantime here's my Texified take on twice baked potatoes.Next time I make these I'll hold the a (read full article)
Icing is a more professional term used when talking about frosting that is stiffer and pipes well. But, it is a much debated topic of discussion. Some feel that frosting is considered homespun or creamier and softer than icing. Others feel that frost (read full article)
So I really enjoy baking…a lot. I feel good about cakes and cookies but when it comes to muffins and breads, I am still learning. This was my first attempt at scones and it was a huge success. I found a great recipes and will definitely (read full article)