tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48254084602474336852023-11-15T22:57:08.807-08:00Food and ProductsTeofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-4451521121286237042011-04-21T01:25:00.001-07:002011-04-21T01:27:21.377-07:00How to make fried rice<div style="text-align: justify;">In order to make a fried rice, it is best to follow this simple step which was shown by this video. In fact, this is the first time I braise myself to cook fried rice that is so delicious because I have learned it through this video.<br /></div><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/2CjQ9DOq0wY" allowfullscreen="" width="425" frameborder="0" height="349"></iframe>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-19196367677611932852010-05-29T19:45:00.000-07:002010-05-29T19:46:44.062-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq2iE919sCgv8q4_pjND9TREnaNvLatj5Dp5cau2GReUY_0Vv6ZN22-zhGeSjQSViA21nEJSLqdih0a5lyEybaEzHwhg3E0weavDQe1n7dmfKAIQSfsEEaJtncPGfRVVKSs_88qhzHjuyv/s1600/New+Picture+%282%29.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq2iE919sCgv8q4_pjND9TREnaNvLatj5Dp5cau2GReUY_0Vv6ZN22-zhGeSjQSViA21nEJSLqdih0a5lyEybaEzHwhg3E0weavDQe1n7dmfKAIQSfsEEaJtncPGfRVVKSs_88qhzHjuyv/s320/New+Picture+%282%29.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5476888999988167634" border="0" /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">I always want my family to be free from any diseases. That is why, I believe that in order for them to be kept away from any forms and kinds of diseases, my family needs the best milk, Nido.<br /><br />Nido is fortified with essential nutrients like calcium, protein, iron, vitamins and minerals that help support he 10 signs of good nutrition. This full cream powdered milk shares the total fun and excitement of my family that is we are free from sickness and illnesses. Amazingly, I can see it in my kids right now. They are going healthy and well. Moreover, they perform good in school too.<br /><br />As a mother, I always ensure 100% protection of my family and I know that Nido brings 100% protection for us. That is why, for mothers all around the world, I can truly say that Nido is the best for our kids and for the family. It has all the nutrients that make our kids healthy and strong.<br /><br />Hope you drink Nido too!<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-30540279319860220292010-05-29T01:19:00.000-07:002010-05-29T01:20:08.830-07:00Shrimp and Bacon Bits<div style="text-align: justify;">1 pound (16 to 20) very large shrimp<br />Boiling salted water<br />About ½ pound thinly sliced bacon<br />1 clove garlic, minced or mashed<br />½ cup tomato-based chili sauce<br /><br />Starting several hours before you plan to serve these, cook the shrimp in the boiling salted water until they turn pink, about 3 minutes. Drain and cool enough to shell and devein them. Also broil the bacon slices on one side only (they should not be crisp); drain bacon, then cut each slice in half crosswise. Blend the garlic with the chili sauce. Dip each shrimp into the sauce t coat all over, wrap in a half-slice of bacon, and secure with a toothpick. When all are prepared, cover and refrigerate until you are ready to broil and serve them.<br /><br />Arrange the appetizers on a rack in a broiler pan and broil until they are heated through the bacon is crisp, turning to brown and crisp both sides. Serve hot. Make 16 to 20 appetizers.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-70026561733943302822010-05-28T04:04:00.000-07:002010-05-28T04:05:08.521-07:00Almond Caramel Bars<div style="text-align: justify;">Surprise the brown baggers in your family by tucking in one of these cookies with the usual lunchtime fare. Chewy and easy to make, they are topped with a rich caramel-nut glaze.<br /><br />¾ cup all-purpose flour<br />½ teaspoon baking powder<br />¼ teaspoon salt<br />2 large eggs<br />½ cup granulated sugar<br />¾ cup chopped almonds<br />¾ cup firmly packed brown sugar<br />2 tablespoons butter or margarine<br />1 tablespoon milk<br /><br />In a medium-size bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, eggs, granulated sugar, ½ cup of the almonds and ½ cup of the brown sugar; beat until well blended. Spread batter evenly in a greased 9-inch-square baking pan. Bake in a 350 degrees oven until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean (about 20 minutes).<br /><br />Meanwhile, melt butter in a small pan over low heat. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup almonds, remaining ¼ cup brown sugar, and milk. Remove pan from heat.<br /><br />Spread almond-sugar mixture evenly over hot baked cookies. Broil about 4 inches below eat until topping is bubbly all over and golden brown (about 2 minutes). Let cool in pan on a rack. To serve, cut into bars. Make about 24 cookies.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-68903172133080357932010-05-24T00:15:00.001-07:002010-05-24T00:15:40.367-07:00Pasta and Bean Soup<div style="text-align: justify;">Colorful and quick, this healthful soup is thick with pasta and vegetables. Use any home-cooked or canned white beans- Great Northerns, cannelloni and navy beans all work well.<br /><br />1 large red onion, chopped<br />1 teaspoon olive oil<br />1 cup chopped celery<br />4 cloves garlic, chopped<br />2 ½ quarts chicken broth<br />1 ½ cups dry small shell-shaped pasta<br />3 to 4 cups cooked or canned white beans, drained and rinsed<br />1 package (about 10 oz.) frozen tiny peas<br />Grated Parmesan cheese<br /><br />Set aside 1/3 cup of the onion. In a 6-to 8-quart pan, combine remaining onion, oil, celery and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, until onion is lightly browned (5 to 8 minutes). Add broth and bring to a boil. Stir in pasta and beans; reduce heat, cover and simmer until pasta is tender to bite (5 to 7 minutes). Add carrots and peas; bring to a boil. Ladle soup into wide bowls and sprinkle with reserved 1/3 cup onion, offer cheese to add to taste. Make 6 to 8 servings.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-7915488408666833992010-05-22T18:24:00.001-07:002010-05-22T18:24:59.001-07:00Baked Beef Stew with Carrots<div style="text-align: justify;">This oven stew takes time to cook, but it doesn’t demand much attention.<br /><br />2 ½ pounds boneless beef chuck, trimmed of fat and cut into 1-inch cubes<br />2 medium-size onions, chopped<br />1 tablespoon all-purpose flour<br />2 cups beef broth<br />¼ cup red wine vinegar<br />2 teaspoons dry thyme<br />4 cups ¼ inch-thick carrot slices<br />Salt and pepper<br />About 6 cups hot mashed potatoes<br /><br />In a shallow 3- to 3 1/2-quart casserole, mix beef and onions. Bake in a 450 degrees oven, stirring occasionally, until meat is well browned (40 to 45 minutes). Remove from oven. Sprinkle meat mixture with flour; stir gently to coat. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees.<br /><br />In a 1 ½-quart pan, bring broth vinegar, thyme and the 1 teaspoon pepper to boil. Add to meat and onions, stirring to scrape browned bits free. Stir in carrots. Cover tightly and bake until meat is very tender when pierced (1 ½ to 2 more hours). If stew is soupy, uncover and continue to bake to reduce liquid. Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve with potatoes. Makes 6 servings.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-21271249388873900112010-05-19T02:25:00.000-07:002010-05-19T02:26:30.128-07:00Blueberry-Lemon Muffins<div style="text-align: justify;">Simple blueberry muffins get a bright flavor boost from grated lemon peel.<br /><br />2 cups all-purpose flour<br />¾ cup sugar<br />2 teaspoons baking powder<br />¼ teaspoon salt<br />1 large egg<br />¼ cup salad oil<br />½ cup milk<br />1 tablespoon grated lemon peel<br />1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries<br /><br />In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a small bowl, beat egg with oil until blended; then stir in milk and lemon peel. Add egg mixture to flour mixture an stir just until dry ingredients are evenly moistened (batter will be stiff). Gently fold in blueberries.<br /><br />Divide batter evenly among 12 greased or paper-lined 2 ½-inch muffin cups. Bake in a 375 degrees oven until muffins are golden (about 20 minutes). Turn out of pans onto racks; serve warm or at room temperature. If made ahead, let cool; then wrap airtight and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 6 months. Make 12 muffins.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-79214825323770483132010-04-17T00:50:00.000-07:002010-04-17T17:21:19.940-07:00Garden Gazpacho<div style="text-align: justify;">Cold soups based on fresh vegetables became popular with Westerners in the 1950s. Of these, gazpacho - combining soup and salad in a single bowl- has long been a summertime favorite in California and the Southwest. The version below can take two forms. Made with chicken broth, its light and mild; if you use nippy tomato cocktail, it has more substance. Serve it well chilled, with juicy lime wedges to squeeze into each serving.<br /><br />1 large cucumber (about 12 oz.)<br />2 large ripe tomatoes (about 1 lb. total), peeled, seeded and chopped<br />1 large red, green or yellow bell pepper (about 8 oz), seeded and chopped<br />1 can (about 2 1/4 oz.) sliced ripe olives, drained<br />1/4 cup lime juice<br />4 cups chicken broth or spicy tomato cocktail<br />1 clove garlic, minced or pressed<br />1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions<br />1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dry thyme<br />Liquid hot pepper seasoning<br /></div>Lime wedges<br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Peel cucumber and cut in half lengthwise; scrape out and discard seeds. Chop cucumber; place in a large bowl and add tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, lime juice, broth, garlic, onions and thyme. Stir well; season to taste with hot pepper seasoning.<br /><br />Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until next day. Before serving, stir well. Ladle into bowls and serve with lime wedges. Makes 8 servings.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-41543071730307035772010-04-06T05:31:00.000-07:002010-04-06T05:36:59.806-07:00Sweet Potato Soup<div style="text-align: justify;">Thick, smooth sweet potato soup is a nice opener for a cool-weather dinner. Try it before an entree of pork tenderloin or roast chicken.<br /><br />3 pounds sweet potatoes or yams, peeled and diced<br />About 6 cups chicken broth<br />1 1/2 tablespoon curry powder<br />1/4 cup tomato paste<br />2 tablespoons lemon juice<br />1/4 cup dry sherry (optional)<br />salt and pepper<br />Cilantro leaves (optional)<br /><br />In a 4- to 5-quart pan, combine sweet potatoes and 6 cups of the broth. Bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are enough to mash readily (about 20 minutes). With a slotted spoon, transfer potatoes to a food processor or blender; add curry powder and a little of the broth. Whirl until smoothly pureed.<br /><br />Return puree to pan; add tomato paste, lemon juice and sherry (if used). Stir over medium heat until heated through; thin with more broth, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with cilantro, if desired. Makes 8 to 10 servings.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-51837809024300021272010-04-03T01:33:00.000-07:002010-04-03T01:39:14.845-07:00Water Chestnut Appetizers<div style="text-align: justify;">Salty, smoky and sweet, these bacon-wrapped bites taste best when made ahead, the heated.<br /><br />1/4 cup soy sauce<br />16 canned whole water chestnuts (from one 8 oz. can), drained<br />4 slices bacon<br />1/4 cup sugar<br /><br />Pour soy sauce into a small bowl; add water chestnuts and let stand for 30 minutes. Cut each slice of bacon in half clockwise; then cut each piece in half again lengthwise.<br /><br />Drain water chestnuts briefly. Roll each one in sugar, ten wrap in a piece of bacon and secure with a wooden pick. Arrange bacon-wrapped chestnuts on a wire rack in a shallow baking pan lined with foil. Bake in a 400 degrees even until bacon is browned and crisp (20 to 25 minutes). Drain on paper towels. Serve hop. If made ahead, let cool; then cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. To rehear, arrange in a shallow baking pan and heat in a 350 degrees oven for about 5 minutes. Make 16 appetizers.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-3202593052169012242010-03-24T02:13:00.000-07:002010-03-24T02:18:39.332-07:00Shrimp Appetizer Spread<div style="text-align: justify;">Curry powder brings nippy flavor and brilliant color to a sherried cheese spread dotted with tiny pink shrimp. It is especially good dolloped onto red bell pepper strips.<br /><br />1 large package (about 8 oz.) cream cheese, at room temperature<br />3 tablespoons dry sherry<br />1 clove garlic, minced or pressed<br />1 green onion (white part only), finely minced<br />1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder<br />1/4 cup milk<br />6 ounces small cooked shrimp; or 1 can (about 4 1/4 oz.) tiny shrimp, drained and rinse well<br />Crackers or crisp raw vegetables<br /><br />In a medium-size bowl, mix cream cheese and sherry until smoothly blended. Stir in garlic, onion, curry powder and milk; then lightly mix in shrimp until evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until next day to allow flavors to blend.<br /><br />Before serving, let spread stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Serve with crackers. Makes about 1 1/2 cups (6 to 8 servings).<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-62119678102675500162010-03-21T17:02:00.000-07:002010-03-21T17:11:08.941-07:00Appetizer: Cherry Tomato Salsa<div style="text-align: justify;">Nippy with garlic and fresh jalapenos, this salsa <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">tasted</span> great with <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">crisp</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">cucumber</span> slices or tortilla chips. For the prettiest presentation use both red and yellow cherry tomatoes.<br /><br />2 cups red or yellow cherry tomatoes (or use some other <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">color</span>)<br />1 clove garlic, minced or pressed<br />1/3 cup jalapeno <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">chiles</span>, seeded and finely chopped<br />2 tablespoons each thinly sliced green onion and lime juice<br />Salt and pepper<br />About 3 cups cucumber slices<br />Tortilla <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">chips</span> (optional)<br /><br />Cut tomatoes into halves. In a food processor, <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">combine</span> tomatoes, garlic, cilantro and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">chiles</span>; whirl until tomatoes are coarsely chopped. (Or chop coarsely with a knife). Transfer to a bowl and stir in onion and lime juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.<br /><br />Serve salsa with cucumber slices and, if desired, tortilla chips. makes about 2 cups (about 6 servings).<br /><br />Per serving: 24 calories, 5 g carbohydrates, 1 g <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">protein</span>, 0.3 g total fat (0 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 8 mg sodium.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-81006683717203531302010-03-06T22:45:00.000-08:002010-03-06T22:51:48.901-08:00Osso Buco Milanese<div style="text-align: justify;">Osso Buco, an authentic Italian dish featuring braised veal shanks accompanied by risotto, is such an Italian staple that it often becomes overlocked on menus. The plate practically spills over with creamy, saffron-enhanced risotto. On top sits a slow-cooked veal shank with meat so tender and velvety it slides off the bone with the simplest fork touch. Rosemary sprigs poke out from the top of the shank and introduce an aromatic herbal quality. Next to the rosemary stands a tiny fork meant to scoop out the bone's succulent marrow. A dark red veal - demi-glace laden with carrots, onion and red wine dresses the veal and sinks into the rich risotto, adding another flavor dimension and a stew-like consistency. With its soothing aroma and rustic flavors. This can't-miss dish will surely deliver warmth, and comfort during the cold winter months.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-30976389895986596122010-03-03T14:57:00.000-08:002010-03-05T02:48:22.914-08:00Noodles<div align="justify">Noddles are always good for one's appetite especially when the stomach calls for urgent satisfaction. This Nutty Noddles is easy to prepare in just 10 minutes and after, you are on your way to full your stomach.<br /><br />You will need:<br /><br />8 oz. wheat (soba) noddles or multigrain thin spaghetti<br />1 cup crinkle-cut carrots<br />2 cups frozen shelled edamame<br />1 cup snow peas, trimmed and halved lengthwise<br />1/2 cup Thai peanut sauce<br />2 Tbs. reduced-sodium soy sauce<br />Chopped fresh cilantro<br />Coarsely chopped dry-roasted peanuts<br /><br />Procedure:<br /><br />1. Bring lightly salted water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add noodles and carrots, return to boiling and cook 5 minutes. Stir in edamame and snow peas, cook, uncovered, for 3 to 5 minutes longer or until noodles and vegetables are tender. Drain and return to saucepan.<br /><br />2. In a medium bowl, mix together peanut sauce, peanut butter and soy sauce until it is smooth. Stir the peanut sauce into pan with the noodles and veggies. Sprinkle on the cilantro and peanuts. </div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify">You will get 427 calories; 22 g protein; 12 g fat; 64 g carb; 107g calcium; 10 g fiber in each serving. </div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify">Happy eating!</div><div align="justify"> </div><br /><script type="text/javascript" src="http://www.reddit.com/button.js?t=1"></script>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-16354137545279418772010-02-07T23:11:00.000-08:002010-02-07T23:20:37.276-08:00Food on stick.<div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Nothing's</span> more fun than food on a stick. But make sure yo soak wooden skewers in water for at <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">least</span> 30 <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">minutes</span> before you put food on them. It'll keep them from burning on your barbecue.<br /><br />Berry Pound Cake<br /><br />Lineup blueberries, pound cake, raspberries, <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">strawberries</span>. Sliced boxed pond cake then cut out shapes with a cookie cutter or a small round glass.<br /><br /><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Fruity</span> French Toast<br /><br />Lineup peaches, French toast. Cut toast into <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">triangles</span>; serve syrup in a small bowl so kids can dip their skewers right in.<br /><br />Banana Bites<br /><br />Lineup banana, strawberry, yogurt, rainbow sprinkles. Dip <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">chunks</span> of banana in yogurt first, then skewer. Up the fiber factor by <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">rolling</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">bananas</span> in crushed granola <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">instead</span> of sprinkles.<br /><br />Apple-PB Crisp<br />Lineup Rice <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Krispies</span> Treats, peanut butter, apples. You can pipe the peanut butter onto the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">RK</span> Treats, or just spread it with a knife to save time.<br /><br />Marshmallow Surprise<br />Lineup strawberries, marshmallows, fudge sauce. Put fudge <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">sauce</span> in a zip-top bag, clip off a tiny corner, and drizzle designs onto marshmallows.<br /><br />Double Melon<br /><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">Lineup</span> cantaloupe, honeydew melon. <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14">Marinate</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15">fruit</span> in a mixture of line juice,. brown sugar and mint' cut out shapes with cookie cutters.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-1656008008320478892010-02-06T00:45:00.001-08:002010-02-06T00:49:32.776-08:00Food Poisoning<div style="text-align: justify;">Children are most likely to wind up in the emergency room as a result of an injury during the summer - in fact, doctors often call it "the trauma season." One way to protect your kids is to avoid various hazards.<br /><br />Bacteria grow quickly in perishable food that's left out at picnics and barbecues. Symptoms resemble stomach flu: nausea, cramps, vomiting, diarrhea and in severe cases, fewer and body stool.<br /><br />Make sure food is cooked thoroughly. Wash your hands often and prevent cross-contamination by using separate plates for raw and cooked foods. Never leave food out for more than an hour when it's hot outside; store it in a well-insulated cooler packed with plenty of ice.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-87925173998989033102010-01-26T01:07:00.000-08:002010-01-26T01:11:35.636-08:00What carrots do to your health?<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Perhaps, it's no coincidence that carrots universally beloved root veggie is also one of the most nutritious.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;">Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, a cancer-preventive antioxidant that gives them their bright yellow-orange hue. Beta-carotene and other carotenenoids may also protect against hyperglycemia and diabetes. As if that's not enough, researchers now breed carrots with different colors, and the most promising include a red carrot high in lycopene (an antioxidant that helps protect against prostate cancer) and a purple variety that contains anthocyanins (the same cancer-preventive and anti-aging antioxidants found in blueberries). Furthermore, frozen carrots have the same beta-carotene content as fresh. </span><br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-46460115540515355912010-01-24T01:50:00.000-08:002010-01-24T01:56:37.029-08:00Curried Squash and Veggie Casserole<div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:130%;" >Obviously, I rarely eat squash because I can't find better ways how to cook them deliciously. I don't hate eating squash as well. What I did is I go search through cooking - recipes books and positively, I get the right preparation, an easy way to love squash. It's Curried Squash and Veggie Casserole. </span><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:130%;" >In a bowl, combine strands of one cooked spaghetti squash with 2 cups chopped broccoli florets, steamed, and 1 cup diced red bell pepper. Mix in 1 cup low-fat sour cream, 1/4 cup skim milk, 1 tablespoon curry powder and 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, stirring well to coat. Pour into a 9-day by 13 -inch casserole dish, and top with seasoned whole-wheat bread crumbs or prepared whole-grain stuffing (approximately 2 cups). Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes. </span><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: trebuchet ms;font-family:trebuchet ms;font-size:130%;" >It is such a great complement that I made squash more interesting to eat for me and my family. </span><br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-3899987565242031542009-12-24T22:27:00.000-08:002009-12-24T22:34:03.592-08:00Spicy Buffalo Wing Lovers Unite<div style="text-align: justify;">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. </div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-33172504676986784242009-12-23T23:16:00.000-08:002009-12-24T22:27:43.863-08:00Mix in rice to REV Metabolism<div style="text-align: justify;">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.<br /><br />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.<br /><br />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. </div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-72636672474592359202009-12-19T23:54:00.000-08:002009-12-20T00:05:13.433-08:005 smart tips for holiday wine buying<div style="text-align: justify;">Savoring a great bottle of wine is indeed a celebration. But considering there 5 smart tips on wine buying is a wise decision.<br /><br />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:<br /><br />1. Buy by the case<br /><br />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.<br /><br />2. Look for screw-caps<br /><br />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.<br /><br />3. Select food-friendly wines<br /><br />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.<br /><br />4. Pick affordable sparkling wines<br /><br />Celebratory alternatives to pricey Champagne include cava from Spain and Prosecco from Italy, among others.<br /><br />5. Use Terrific $12-and-under wines for punch<br /><br />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.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-76312257619436370202009-12-11T01:02:00.000-08:002009-12-12T00:24:44.418-08:00A romantic moment with Robert Mondavi Winery<div align="justify">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.<br /><br />What a romantic moment we had together with Robert Mondavi Winery! VY5WFJRXPBFM</div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-80981841560766868062009-11-25T01:05:00.000-08:002009-11-25T01:10:33.929-08:00Tanya Cauthen's Merguez-Spiced Lamb Shanks with Chickpeas<div align="justify">How dedicated Tanya Cauthen in her field of cooking which made her open her shop in 2006, The Belmont Butchery in Richmond, Virginia. In fact, she likes flavoring supremely tender braised land with a North African spice blend that includes cumin and fennel seeds. Lamb shanks are great for serving at dinner parties, since they look so dramatic, but lamb stew meat-cut from the shoulder of the leg - is equally delicious. Of for a less gamey flavor, substitute beef short ribs.<br /></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-48830437596045443412009-11-19T20:36:00.000-08:002009-11-19T20:46:19.766-08:00Say it with a cake.<div align="justify">Words are best said with a smile. From light banters to text messaging, from small notes to online chatting, simple conversations are more earnest with a big smile - or a smiley for the techie bunch. But for some priceless moments, when words and smileys are not enough, people can always look for something sweeter - literally.<br /><br />Recently, Makati Shangri-la Hotel launched the Emoti-cake, a delightful selection of adorable statement cakes that are sure to attract hopeless romantics and sweet tooth alike. The cakes come in two flavors, chocolate and cheese but with the quirky faces and messages printed over it, the fondant covered cakes are simply too cute to eat.<br /><br />"We came up with the Emoti-cakes for people to give to their families and loved ones because sometimes it gets hard to express their feelings the way they want it to be," said Guillaume Bonnety, Makati Shangri-la's new executive pastry chef.<br /><br />Designed with seven different faces and seven different expressions, clients choose from over 49 different cakes in petite (5.5 inches in diameter) and regular (7.5 inches in diameter) sizes.<br /><br />"We use stencils to print the different faces and the text on the cakes so the designs will be consistent. Everything is edible. The chocolate cake is made of a gooey chocolate ganache which makes it very moist. While the lemon cheese cake is a light and creamy alternative with an interesting texture," Bonnety explained.<br /><br />According to Bonnety, if the demands calls for it, they can customize Emoticakes for the coming Christmas. But as of now, let the emotive and expressive cakes inspire a thousand words ans "awws" from your family and loved ones with the sugary treat that fits any occasion. </div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4825408460247433685.post-71597172524289667342009-09-20T07:28:00.000-07:002009-09-20T07:37:20.866-07:00So delicioius...Ice Creamy...!<div align="justify"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbn35KYwWCuLhgQAMOAZp7v-wZ6gncU2Ekn74jQzTMZrmOJTXX_4UIsvq62j5kJ2cqkLm4Vlia_KmowyHiSbATY-Wx6lNWASYFnoHXl1tY1IQ_SIvpvyHsUrw9EOOsbGtVxu0dFHQ3czex/s1600-h/Ice+Cream.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383557579869516386" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbn35KYwWCuLhgQAMOAZp7v-wZ6gncU2Ekn74jQzTMZrmOJTXX_4UIsvq62j5kJ2cqkLm4Vlia_KmowyHiSbATY-Wx6lNWASYFnoHXl1tY1IQ_SIvpvyHsUrw9EOOsbGtVxu0dFHQ3czex/s320/Ice+Cream.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family:trebuchet ms;">I always love to eat ice cream especially when the call arises. The call of wanting to eat ice cream. In fact, I, myself can consume eating this favorite chocolate ice cream which I love to eat.<br /><br />Frankly, even the weather is cold, I want to eat more ice cream. Today, I buy this gallon of ice cream which I intentionally take a drive at the nearest store here in our place just to purchase one. It looks like a chocolate cake. But actually, it is regarded as chocolate ice cream.<br /><br />Soooooo yummmy! Hmmm! It's delicious! </span></div>Teofilohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07458517160146211051noreply@blogger.com0