I was in a hurry and with no car, needed buns. I walked to a nearby Target, a CVS, and a liquor store. No buns. I was having deluxe burgers and was desperate to not use regular bread. I tried this recipe and now my hubby says he no longer want store bought buns. This recipe was an awesome find.
40-Minute Hamburger Buns Recipe | Taste of Home Recipes
January 29, 2010
January 27, 2010
The 10 Best Cookbooks Of 2009 : NPR
The 10 Best Cookbooks Of 2009 : NPR
I could eat the cover from these cookbooks, as they are truly beautiful.
Wishlist:
Asian Dumplings: Mastering Gyoza, Spring Rolls, Samosas, and More, by Andrea Nguyen, list price: $30.00
Rose's Heavenly Cakes, by Rose Levy Beranbaum, list price: $39.95
I could eat the cover from these cookbooks, as they are truly beautiful.
Wishlist:
Asian Dumplings: Mastering Gyoza, Spring Rolls, Samosas, and More, by Andrea Nguyen, list price: $30.00
Rose's Heavenly Cakes, by Rose Levy Beranbaum, list price: $39.95
January 21, 2010
Signac’s Roasted Vanilla Orange Juice
Looking at the blog The Kitchn and came across this recipe. Had to go to the source, but oh man, this makes me want to go see Dr Frankenstein and ask for a new brain. So simple, yet so creative.
Signac’s Roasted Vanilla Orange Juice »Feasting on Art
Roasted Vanilla Orange Juice
4 large oranges
1 vanilla pod
3 c water
1/2 c sugar
Juice 3 oranges and set aside. Slice the fourth orange and place on roasting tray with 1 c water and 1/4 c sugar and the vanilla pod. Roast for about 25 minutes until the oranges begin to caramelize. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Mix the remaining sugar and water until dissolved over high heat in a small saucepan. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let cook for about 5 minutes. Set aside and cool.
Once the roasted oranges have cooled, juice and discard the rinds. Scrape the vanilla seeds from the pod and add to the juice. Strain the water and sugar mixture from the roasting pan. Once the simple syrup in the sauce pan is cool add to the juice mixture and then chill in the refrigerator.
Serve cold.
Signac’s Roasted Vanilla Orange Juice »Feasting on Art
Roasted Vanilla Orange Juice
4 large oranges
1 vanilla pod
3 c water
1/2 c sugar
Juice 3 oranges and set aside. Slice the fourth orange and place on roasting tray with 1 c water and 1/4 c sugar and the vanilla pod. Roast for about 25 minutes until the oranges begin to caramelize. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Mix the remaining sugar and water until dissolved over high heat in a small saucepan. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let cook for about 5 minutes. Set aside and cool.
Once the roasted oranges have cooled, juice and discard the rinds. Scrape the vanilla seeds from the pod and add to the juice. Strain the water and sugar mixture from the roasting pan. Once the simple syrup in the sauce pan is cool add to the juice mixture and then chill in the refrigerator.
Serve cold.
January 19, 2010
Chocolate Covered Pretzels at Home - Associated Content - associatedcontent.com
Delicious homemade treats
1 Tablespoon vegetable shortening
1 (12 oz.) pkg. semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
20-30 regular pretzels, rods, or twists
Wax paper lined baking sheet
One pair of kitchen tongs
Chopped nuts, sprinkles (optional)
In a large microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate and shortening in 1 minute intervals, being careful as you stir the mixture. Do not allow the mixture to scorch, as melting in the microwave does not take long.Once melted, pick up your pretzels with the tongs and dip into the chocolate mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. This is where if you want to add extras such as chopped nuts or sprinkles, you would roll the still moist pretzel into both or either.Once you have dipped the pretzel, place on the wax paper lined baking sheet. Once all of the pretzels have been dipped, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes and allow to set.These pretzels can then be stored for about one week in an airtight container.
1 Tablespoon vegetable shortening
1 (12 oz.) pkg. semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
20-30 regular pretzels, rods, or twists
Wax paper lined baking sheet
One pair of kitchen tongs
Chopped nuts, sprinkles (optional)
In a large microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate and shortening in 1 minute intervals, being careful as you stir the mixture. Do not allow the mixture to scorch, as melting in the microwave does not take long.Once melted, pick up your pretzels with the tongs and dip into the chocolate mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. This is where if you want to add extras such as chopped nuts or sprinkles, you would roll the still moist pretzel into both or either.Once you have dipped the pretzel, place on the wax paper lined baking sheet. Once all of the pretzels have been dipped, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes and allow to set.These pretzels can then be stored for about one week in an airtight container.
Going Vegetarian? Five Reasons Why
Ask yourself why go vegetarian, then ask your self why not?
What one may think of as absolute madness, especially those of us that are carnivores, others think of as body bliss. Why vegetarian, you may ask? Most only imagine the blandness associated with a meat free menu. Vegetarians don't eat grass and wood chips. Their diets are varied and flavorful. Vegetarianism doesn't have to mean no taste, flavor or fun. Envision how you will enhance brainpower and creativity when it comes down to making your favorite recipes without meat. Try and recreate a favorite dish without using a big hunk of meat and you'll see what I mean.
The number five reason for vegetarianism are the animals. You may find it hard to sit down to that hot sizzling piece of rib eye steak if you happen to see the animal before it heads to slaughter. Those beautiful brown eyes may cause a change of heart immediately. A vegetarian diet would never subject Fido to the same treatment, so maybe Elsie deserves a reprieve as well.
The 4th reason for becoming a vegetarian is money. Money makes the world go round and you'll have more of it rotating on your axis as a vegetarian. Think of how inexpensive a meatless diet will be compared to one that includes meats. This also applies to eating out at a restaurant. Vegetable dishes cost significantly less and with the money saved you can invest in your retirement or children's education. You may even be able to buy yourself something nice, like that Lear jet you've had your eye on.
The third reason one may choose to forgo their Sunday rump roast dinner is longevity. Studies show that vegetarians on average live longer. One study done by the International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition showed a vegetarian diet may slow or reverse age related conditions. Other evidence is Seventh Day Adventists who are generally found to live longer than the average American man or woman. Their diets contain no meat. Go figure. There's nothing wrong with aging, but the disease that come with it can be a pain in the but... and the knees, and your back.
The number two reason for choosing team 'V' is heart disease and cancer. Several studies have shown an increase in cancer among those that eat red meat. Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths among males and females living in the United States. Cancer.org also states that lifelong vegetarians also reduce their risk for breast cancer. Any small manner in which you can decrease your cancer risk is worth giving a try.
And....the number one reason to go vegetarian is you are less likely to suffer from obesity. It is an American epidemic. Vegetarians as a whole tend to suffer from less obesity than the general population, including the diseases related to a meat eater's diet. A vegetarian takes in fewer calories and this includes less fat. So while your meat eating counterparts sit on their generous bottoms, imagine that last five pounds gone, not because of an extreme diet, but because you've decided to eat no meat.
See, there are lots of reasons to go vegetarian. You may want to consider one of these or all of them. Be creative, feel better, and look at how your life will change. You can still have your cake and eat it, too.
The number five reason for vegetarianism are the animals. You may find it hard to sit down to that hot sizzling piece of rib eye steak if you happen to see the animal before it heads to slaughter. Those beautiful brown eyes may cause a change of heart immediately. A vegetarian diet would never subject Fido to the same treatment, so maybe Elsie deserves a reprieve as well.
The 4th reason for becoming a vegetarian is money. Money makes the world go round and you'll have more of it rotating on your axis as a vegetarian. Think of how inexpensive a meatless diet will be compared to one that includes meats. This also applies to eating out at a restaurant. Vegetable dishes cost significantly less and with the money saved you can invest in your retirement or children's education. You may even be able to buy yourself something nice, like that Lear jet you've had your eye on.
The third reason one may choose to forgo their Sunday rump roast dinner is longevity. Studies show that vegetarians on average live longer. One study done by the International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition showed a vegetarian diet may slow or reverse age related conditions. Other evidence is Seventh Day Adventists who are generally found to live longer than the average American man or woman. Their diets contain no meat. Go figure. There's nothing wrong with aging, but the disease that come with it can be a pain in the but... and the knees, and your back.
The number two reason for choosing team 'V' is heart disease and cancer. Several studies have shown an increase in cancer among those that eat red meat. Colon cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths among males and females living in the United States. Cancer.org also states that lifelong vegetarians also reduce their risk for breast cancer. Any small manner in which you can decrease your cancer risk is worth giving a try.
And....the number one reason to go vegetarian is you are less likely to suffer from obesity. It is an American epidemic. Vegetarians as a whole tend to suffer from less obesity than the general population, including the diseases related to a meat eater's diet. A vegetarian takes in fewer calories and this includes less fat. So while your meat eating counterparts sit on their generous bottoms, imagine that last five pounds gone, not because of an extreme diet, but because you've decided to eat no meat.
See, there are lots of reasons to go vegetarian. You may want to consider one of these or all of them. Be creative, feel better, and look at how your life will change. You can still have your cake and eat it, too.
January 6, 2010
January 4, 2010
Christmas trees become food for rescued goats in U.S._English_Xinhua
Christmas trees become food for rescued goats in U.S._English_Xinhua
Where do Christmas trees go after accomplishing their mission? While most are recycled in a more old-fashioned way, some have become food for rescued goats in U.S. this year.
Dozens of Christmas trees in Arlington were fed to about 38 goats in the New Moon Farm Goat Rescue and Sanctuary, according to media reports Sunday.
New Moon takes in unwanted goats that are given up by owners, and also takes in goats taken by animal control.
"People think that's the coolest thing to recycle their trees by feeding them to goats," said Ellen Felsenthal, owner of New Moon Farm Goat Rescue and Sanctuary.
She also says she's looking for good families to adopt the rescued goats.
Where do Christmas trees go after accomplishing their mission? While most are recycled in a more old-fashioned way, some have become food for rescued goats in U.S. this year.
Dozens of Christmas trees in Arlington were fed to about 38 goats in the New Moon Farm Goat Rescue and Sanctuary, according to media reports Sunday.
New Moon takes in unwanted goats that are given up by owners, and also takes in goats taken by animal control.
"People think that's the coolest thing to recycle their trees by feeding them to goats," said Ellen Felsenthal, owner of New Moon Farm Goat Rescue and Sanctuary.
She also says she's looking for good families to adopt the rescued goats.
January 3, 2010
Food Network, HGTV lose Cablevision support, but fans can still fight
They are harming our East coast buddies by depriving them of Food Network's goodies. Take a look at this article from examiner.com.
Food Network, HGTV lose Cablevision support, but fans can still fight
Food Network and HGTV are no more...at least if you live in New Jersey, Connecticut, or New York. Media conglomerate Cablevision has pulled the two networks off the air after a contract dispute, and they reportedly have no plans to bring them back.
What was the source of the issue? Scripps Networks, who owns both Food Network and HGTV, believes they should be better compensated along the lines of other top cable networks; Cablevision disagrees, and it's as simple as that.
We may be lucky here in Dallas that we aren't dealing with such a problem, but these sort of network disputes could be an issue that stretches nationwide as a rough economy leads to tougher negotiations. Fox and Time Warner Cable recently came to a deal that keeps the network giant on the air.
What can people with Cablevision do? They can either call 866-695-2378 to find out ways to voice their displeasure, or they can also visit iloveFOODNETWORK.com. We can only hope a deal is reached soon, as these channels work to not just entertain but also occasionally enlighten and inspire. (I found a great restaurant thanks to "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.")
Food Network, HGTV lose Cablevision support, but fans can still fight
Food Network and HGTV are no more...at least if you live in New Jersey, Connecticut, or New York. Media conglomerate Cablevision has pulled the two networks off the air after a contract dispute, and they reportedly have no plans to bring them back.
What was the source of the issue? Scripps Networks, who owns both Food Network and HGTV, believes they should be better compensated along the lines of other top cable networks; Cablevision disagrees, and it's as simple as that.
We may be lucky here in Dallas that we aren't dealing with such a problem, but these sort of network disputes could be an issue that stretches nationwide as a rough economy leads to tougher negotiations. Fox and Time Warner Cable recently came to a deal that keeps the network giant on the air.
What can people with Cablevision do? They can either call 866-695-2378 to find out ways to voice their displeasure, or they can also visit iloveFOODNETWORK.com. We can only hope a deal is reached soon, as these channels work to not just entertain but also occasionally enlighten and inspire. (I found a great restaurant thanks to "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.")
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