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Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with one of these breakfast menus, or use your imagination and substitute. Quick and easy but delicious, the breakfast casserole is put together the night before. A delicious cantaloupe smoothie and easy muffins make this breakfast memorable. Western Ham and Egg Casserole Make this casserole…
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Winner, winner chicken dinner! Chicken is an all-around crowd pleaser. It’s healthy, relatively inexpensive and the kids will eat it without complaint. Plus, it’s extremely versatile and easy to prepare, making it a perfect main course for busy families. So it goes without saying that mouth-watering chicken thigh recipes are…
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The Basic Cappuccino The basic cappuccino is a 6-9 ounce beverage. It is composed of about 2-3 ounces of espresso coffee, 2-3 ounces of steamed milk and 2-3 ounces of frothed milk. Powdered cocoa or cinnamon is usually sprinkled on the top to give it that special touch. Here are…
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One of the best things that you can do for your diet involves — at least to some extent — eating with the seasons. By looking at those foods that are ripe and readily available and bringing in a style of eating that’s closer to what our ancestors would have…
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Dessert is one of the most important parts of your menu, so do not overlook them when you are planning for Cinco de Mayo. Just as the appetizers are one of the first impressions your guests receive, so dessert is one of the last impressions they will get before the…
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“Summertime and the livin’ is easy…” George Gershwin’s famous “Summertime” lyrics capture the spirit of slow summer days and easy meal preparation. Time to turn off the oven and enjoy the cool pleasure of fruits, vegetables and chilled meat salads. Several idea prompters should get you started and encourage your…
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by Ted Goldberg If you’re grilling, skewer some fresh fruit and marinate them in grapefruit juice and honey while you’re cooking and eating the rest of your meal. When you’re ready, pop the skewers on the grill for about five minutes, turning occasionally to prevent burning. You’ll find pre-made angel…
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You do not have to be a professional chef to cook like one. In fact, you do not need any training at all to cook delicious and easy meals. For the everyday chef, it is all about having the right tools and equipment. You would not expect a mechanic to…
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by Ted Goldberg Luscious desserts and low-carb diets typically do not mix. Sugar is, of course, a carbohydrate. How can you have something “sweet” without using sugar? Those of us who cook know that using artificial sweeteners changes the recipe drastically. Substances like saccharin have less “bulk” than straight sugar….
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You can serve chicken wings hot or cold, for a meal, or for snacks. They’re great as appetizers at parties, or when you’re just looking for a tasty midnight snack. Try these four easy recipes: Baked Chicken Wings 1/2 c. margarine, melted 1 t. Dijon mustard 3 c. multi-grain flaked…
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