Spicy Buffalo Wing Lovers Unite

Just a single whiff of saucy hot wings and our stomachs launch into a full-blown volcanic rumble. But whoa, watch out! With 1,000 calories and 66 grams of fat in the average serving, these wings can still fly-straight to our thighs. It's a good thing there's a way to get that palate-tickling blend of spicy, crispy zing without having to get the waistbands of our pants professionally altered. We call these nibbles first Buffalo Blings but you'll call them downright delicious. To make: Nuke a bag of 100-calorie microwavable popcorn, then sprinkle in a few drops of Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce. Clamp the bag shut, shake, shake, shake and dump it all into a bowl - preferably one that nestles right into your lap. Ahh...yum without adding inches to the tum.
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Mix in rice to REV Metabolism

Lean beef burgers can cook up a bit dry and tough because they have so little fat. To keep the meant nice and tender, I toss in some leftover cooked brown rice before grilling. The grains absorb the meat's juices before they can burn off. Slide this burger into a toasted whole-wheat bun and you've got a perfect meal.

All you need to do is to heat grill. In large bowl, combine 1 1b. lean ground beef and 1 cup cooked brown rice. Form into 5 patties, Grill 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until thermometer inserted in center of burgers read 140 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare. Divide patties among 5 whole-wheat hamburger buns. Top with lettuce, sliced tomatoes and sliced red onions, if desired.

The trace mineral selenium in brown rice helps the body convert the thyroid hormone thyroxine into triiodothyronine, a form that is four times more effective at regulating metabolisn and energy. German scientists found that this can speed fat burn by up to 60 percent.
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5 smart tips for holiday wine buying

Savoring a great bottle of wine is indeed a celebration. But considering there 5 smart tips on wine buying is a wise decision.

I have read an article from Food and Wine Magazine (November 2008) on page 164 by Ray Isle that talks about the smartest tips for holiday wine buying. Here are those:

1. Buy by the case

Finding good wine and then socking away a case of it (typically 12 bottles) saves money, as many wine shops offer case discounts of around 10 to 15 percent. It also saves trips to the store.

2. Look for screw-caps

More and more excellent wines are being sealed with screw caps to prevent corkiness (a problem with natural corks that produces a wet cardboard - like smell in a small percentage of wines). Screw-capped wines are especially handy for large parties, because they're easy to open quickly.

3. Select food-friendly wines

Big holiday meals tend to involve multiple side dishes, which puts a lot of completing flavors on the table. Well-balanced wines that aren't too extreme (not wildly sweet, not wildly tannic, etc.) are the most versatile when it comes to pairing. Good choices include Pinot Noir, American Rhone-Style blends, Austrian Gruner Veltimer and dry Rieslings from Germany.

4. Pick affordable sparkling wines

Celebratory alternatives to pricey Champagne include cava from Spain and Prosecco from Italy, among others.

5. Use Terrific $12-and-under wines for punch

Seek out inexpensive wines that would be equally delicious in a bowl of punch or on their own. There are wonderful $12-and-under bottles available these days, particularly from Spain and South America.
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A romantic moment with Robert Mondavi Winery

My husband and I spend our relaxation time together right at the living room. We comfortably sit on the sofa as I lean my head to his shoulder. We had a heart-to-heart talk of our emotions especially on matters that need for us to improve and get along with. But we remain unwinding with Robert Mondavi Winery. We drink and chat, chat and drink. Until we end up kissing and fall asleep.

What a romantic moment we had together with Robert Mondavi Winery! VY5WFJRXPBFM
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