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Tiramisu is my best dessert ever. My guest really loved it and every time my friends come home, they begged me to make it. For those of you who doesn't know Tiramisu. It is an Italian mocha flavored whipped cream desert that people just loved. I will reveal a simple recipe that anyone can afford and it will take a short time to put together. Our ingredients will be: 1. 1 packet of lady finger biscuit 2.250g cream cheese 3. 250g whipped cream 4. ½ cup sugar 5. 2 tb kharua (or tia maria) 6. 1 egg (you can do without) 7. 1 bowl water 8. 2tb coffee 9. Cocoa to sprinkle Method In a bowl mix the whipped cream, cream cheese, khalua, sugar and 1 egg and put aside Empty the coffee into the bowl of water...

Gourmet appetizers are fun to nibble on. When you walk into a room full of people in anticipation of a dinner or a real estate open house, a tray full of gourmet appetizers accomplishes two things. One, they relax the mood and lessen the anxiety in a social situation when you're in a room filled with people you may not know well or not know them at all. Two, they break the ice and make conversing with others easier. Naturally, a beverage of some sort accompanies the gourmet appetizer in your hand, commonly a glass of wine or a beer (depending on the appetizer) itself. With these two things in mind, the atmosphere overall is relaxed and as a result, the host or hostess is less anxious when guests...

Most people love a baby shower. It is celebrating the coming of a new baby. I have a baby shower cake recipe that is simple and relieves some of the stress for the hostess in preparing the refreshments. And, it is homemade. I also have included some tips for the shower, after the recipe. Baby Shower Cake Recipe Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mix (White) Follow the recipe on the back but use 4 eggs not 3 For the measurement of water use 1/2 water and 1/2 milk Beat the required amount of time until the cake batter is satin Bake according to directions using a rectangle pan Curly Ribbons, Blue, Pink and Yellow 2 cute baby rattles When the cake is cool, put it on a cake cardboard (you can cut your own...

I have to keep my recipe secret for reasons that will soon be apparent. You need to start out with some very fine chocolate. The recipe calls for a cup of chocolate, and you have several choices here. Hershey chocolate makes a good semi-sweet chip that works perfectly, but other fine choices are Ghirardelli chocolate or even of the fine Lindt chocolates. You may pick your favorite, although I usually stick with the Hershey chocolate. Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees. While this is being done melt the chocolate in a double boiler with a third of a cup of heavy cream and set it aside when it is smooth. Next, take twenty four ounces of softened cream cheese, one cup of sugar, a quarter...

Whether you want to learn how to improve your cooking schools or to work your way up towards a career as a chef, cooking courses are the perfect way to do so. While there are a number of options available, including weekly classes and online courses, cooking school vacations are often the most exciting way to learn this art. The great thing about these vacations is that they can be combined with your traditional holiday, for something a little difference. They are perfect for couples or groups of friends, and can take place in a number of different locations across the world. You can even find vacations that offer kids cooking, food and wine tours, learning to cook certain types of food and more...

When you add that rum to your holiday cookies, brandy to your pudding or whiskey to your BBQ sauce all that is left behind is the flavor, right? That cooking sherry might get you drunk right out of the bottle but it just ads a nice taste to that saute, correct? You better think again based on a study performed by the USDA. Thanks to your tax dollars at work, we now have conclusive evidence that a surprisingly high percentage of alcohol remains in your food even after extensive cooking time. The major factors seem to be the density of the food being prepared, whether the food forms a layer which may reduce evaporation or if you keep the food covered while cooking. Although there are many factors...

Making your own cleaning products is not only good for the environment, but it is also good for your wallet! Money saving techniques that are good for the environment can really make a difference in your home. As we said on our green cleaning page, organic cleaners tend to have less alcohol and ammonia, which makes them not only smell good and not have that alcohol smell that many cleaning supplies have, but also creates an atmosphere where you have fewer chemicals in your home. Another great aspect of green cleaning products is that they use everyday products one can find around the house! Creating your own cleaning products is simple, and they can be used on almost every surface. Here are some...

Reading for too long in too dim or too bright light or spending long hours in front of a computer screen could result in fatigue eyes. Reading in a moving vehicle or watching too much television could also result in tired eyes. In Chinese Medicine the health of the eyes are associated with the health of the liver. Besides getting the right nutrition for your liver and therefore your eyes, try some of these simple eye exercises. Exercises for tired eyes: 1. Massage the inner corners of both your eyebrows in a firm circular motion using your thumbs. 2. Place your index fingers on the spot in between the outer corners of your eyebrows and eyes. Massage gently in a circular motion the tiny depression...

Our common approach to Health Management today is similar to a "Military Model" in which the disease attacks the body; and the Physician launches a Counter-Attack with synthesized weapons. Often, in the attempts to defeat the enemy, we destroy instead the battle field -- our body. And the cure can be worse than the disease. Orthomolecular Theraphy is the science of Supplying the Cells with precise mixture of Amino Acids, Vitamins and Minerals. Many people do not have to die early or suffer from malnutrition, obesity and preventable diseases if only given the right supply of Amino Acids to fight attacks against the immune system. Our state of mind: programs, belief systems, doubt and fear are...

Laura King has been in the food business for more than 15 years and is widely recognised as one of the country's foremost experts on the caviar . She founded King's with her husband in 2003 and has seen her business grow from strength to strength in that short space of time. I had never sampled caviar before and when Laura invited me to a specifically prepared tasting event at her head office in Middlesex, just outside of London, I soon realised that appreciating this rare delicacy was a real education. "True caviar is essentially sturgeon roe and although some companies also produce the roe of salmon and trout this is not considered to be of the same standard. There are a number of varieties...

Don't you just hate when you open the freezer door, pull out the steaks or chicken or whatever yummy thing you've been looking forward to having for dinner only to find that it's turned gray and dried out or maybe it's encased in ice crystals? This is freezer burn and it's ruined many meals. Freezer burn happens because there's air and moisture around the food while it's in the freezer. The best way to avoid freezer burn is to wrap food so that it's as close to air tight and air free as possible before freezing it. If you buy meat at the grocery store, the flat packages it comes in are air tight, but they aren't free of air. They're full of it. Just look and you'll see all the empty space in the...

INGREDIENTS 1-2 pounds Fresh green beans 2 - 3 strips Bacon 3 - cloves Garlic peeled & crushed 10 - 15 Pearl Onions 8 - 10 small Red or White potatoes 1 - Chicken bouillon cube 1-2 tsp Just Simply Good Stuff! Mediterranean Medley 1/2 tsp black pepper DIRECTIONS Cut bacon into 2" pieces sauté in 2 quart. sauce pot on low, fry 2-3 minutes (do not drain grease!) add crushed garlic, cut tips off green beans, snap in half add to pot, add pepper, Mediterranean Medley, cover with water bring to boil, add bouillon turn down to simmer, cook 1 hour, add potatoes, peel onions add to pot, cook additional 30 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Active Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 90 minutes...

One of the most popular desserts in the Philippines is buko pandan. It only requires simple preparation and you will be able to serve a super delicious treat. Just prepare a few hours in advance because it needs to be chilled before serving. This is a personal favorite and I can't get enough of this dessert. One serving would usually lead to more and more and more... Ingredients: - 5 young buko or Coconut (not too hard and not too soft, grated to strips) - 2 bars of Green Gulaman - 10 cups water - 1 medium can of condensed milk - 3 small cans of Nestle cream - 8 pcs pandan leaves - 1¾ cups sugar - I cup kaong or nata de coco (optional) Preparation: - Twist the 8 pandan leaves individually in order...

According to Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, SALSA refers to "a spicy sauce of tomatoes, onions and hot peppers". Of course, it also refers to Latin American music and dance, but that's far from my area of expertise so I'll stick with what I know. My first experience with salsa goes way back to early childhood and Pace Picante Sauce which from my recollection was virtually the only salsa that was readily available in grocery stores. Suffice to say, since then, "we've come a long way baby!" Whether shopping for salsa in your hometown market or online, there are now literally hundreds, perhaps thousands, of salsas to choose from. However, the next time you feel a creative flare in the...

Croatian cuisine is sometimes known as "the cuisine of regions", since each part of Croatia has its own distinct culinary traditions, and influences from its neighbors. The cookery of coastal regions shows influences from Roman, Illyrian and Greek cuisine, Italian cuisine, and even French cuisine, whereas inland areas get their influences from Viennese and Austrian cuisine, Hungarian cuisine and Turkish cuisine. Some popular Croatian dishes include: - Juha od Mahuna - A vegetable soup made from green beans, as well as carrots, lentils, onions and peas. - Brudet - Fish stew, served with polenta (boiled cornmeal) - Gulas - A spicy beef stew, similar to Hungarian cuisine's gulyás (goulash...

"body"> Although rarely served in fine restaurants and almost never appearing on smorgasbords, soups are essential in traditional Swedish cuisine. One soup in particular-ärtsoppa--has a distinguished history. Yellow pea soup has sustained the working class since the age of the Vikings. When Catholicism was the reigning religion of Sweden, ärtsoppa, which is studded with salt pork, became the meal of choice before Sabbath every week. Today, although the Catholic Church has few followers in predominantly secular Sweden, the soup is still eaten every Thursday in many households. Ärtsoppa is always served with mustard; you either swirl a bit of mustard into the soup to season the whole...

As an option for this lasagna you can refrigerate it overnight to allow the spices to get better and give it exceptional flavor. It also saves you a lot of time with it pre-made on the day of a party or special event! Ingredients • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef • 1 large white onion, chopped • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped • 1 tsp dried oregano • 2 tbsp brown sugar • 1 1/2 tsp salt • 1 (29 oz) can diced tomatoes • 2 (6 oz) cans tomato paste • 12 lasagna noodles • 2 large eggs • 1 pint part-skim ricotta cheese • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated • 2 tbsp dried parsley • 1 tsp salt • 1 lb shredded mozzarella cheese • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated Directions • Preheat...

Some coffee enthusiasts have called the brewing of coffee an art since the process requires exact and precise measurements. It requires combining the correct ingredients in the correct timing and in the correct amount, and this needs some knowledge and skill in coffee brewing. Even simple home brewed coffee has its own measurements to make it taste and look good. Nespresso is an operations division of the industry giant Nestle and it specializes in the production of single-serving capsules that contain ground coffee. It also produces specifically designed machines that would process the capsules and produce the espresso from its contents. One of those specifically designed machines is the Nespresso...

It's strawberry season and we've been enjoying these delicious berries in all sorts of different ways. We've had them plain, in strawberry shortcakes, on top of pancakes and waffles, but by far our favorite way to have strawberries is in smoothies. Kids love smoothies because they are yummy and taste very much like a milkshake. As a parent I like them because they are much healthier and a great way to get them to eat more fruit. I also like the fact that I can sneak a serving of milk in there as well which provides plenty of calcium for their growing bones. Making strawberry smoothies is very simple. You can use either fresh or frozen strawberries. In fact, I freeze quite a few of them whenever we...

Does your blog pass the "blink" test? A key ingredient for an effective blog is a great tag line that captures the first time reader's attention. The Tag Line After naming your blog, it is highly recommended that you include a tag line to explain what the blog is about. Here are the 3 points you want to cover in your tag line: 1. Identify your ideal reader 2. What is the subject matter 3. Who are you? Not being clear about a blog's purpose is one of the major mistakes businesses make. Not only are titles often confusing about what the focus is, the tag line often does a poor job of defining who the blog is for, and what's in it for them if they stay and read the content. Don't let this happen on...

If you're a business owner marketing your product or service via the Internet then you might already know two things: video and social networking tools are two increasingly popular types of media to use. According to recent research, using these types of media together will increase your return on investment by driving traffic to your website and increasing your websites' conversion rate. With the average website conversion rate at only 2%, there's lots of room for improvement. Using video and social media to market online is fast becoming a marketing staple for savvy professionals who understand that the Internet is now the #1 "go-to" place for those in need of a service or product. Better online...

Located on Longboat Key, in one of the more unlikely spots for a high-end, fine dining French restaurant, Maison Blanche completely sets itself apart. A simple sign and unassuming presence welcomes you upon arrival. One step inside the restaurant and a stunning transformation takes place. A white curtained dining room, leather chairs, white table linens, hardwood floors, sleek modern bathrooms, and impressive flower arrangements set the stage for a gastronomic show. A European styled menu offering a selection of appetizers, entrees, and desserts one is not overwhelmed by choice. However making a selection is not easy, because every item sounds exceptional. Clearly the chef/owner, Jose Martinez is...

In our work with clients, we often hear this question from entrepreneurs who want to leverage the Internet and start marketing online: "Should I publish a newsletter?" As part of our Customized Newsletter Services program, we have reviewed hundreds of e-newsletters, or ezines, and can spot common errors immediately. We have found ezines that work well for attracting new clients usually have these eight key ingredients: 1. A great name that defines the topic 2. A defined audience and clear purpose 3. A compelling headline or subject line 4. Valuable information readers can use 5. A call to action 6. A customized template or plain text formatting 7. A bonus incentive for subscribing 8. CAN-SPAM...

A frequently heard complaint from entrepreneurs who start blogging is: "Why isn't my blog working for my business?" Blogs that work well for attracting new clients have these key elements: 1. A great blog name 2. A tag line or blog purpose statement 3. An easy way to get automatic blog updates 4. A list of categories 5. A list of recent posts and recent comments 6. Links to useful websites, products and services 7. Frequent posts with links relevant to the blog's purpose 8. An easy way for readers to have a conversation with the author What's in a good blog name? A good blog name must say what your blog is about. Ideally, the name lets the reader know whom the blog is for, and the focus of your...

The master clean diet was developed over sixty years back by an alternative medication expert who made it his mission to get a safe, efficient, and effective way for folks to get rid of poisons from their bodies along with help in weight control. Regularly called the "lemonade diet" due to its major ingredient, this strategy of detox and weight management has been very hip among celebs, especially people who required to lose the pounds quickly for a film role. Naturally, there are many that appreciate it because it's a natural, safe way to get over a night of heavy, Hollywood hoofing. In reality there are numerous celebrities who admit to using the master clean methodologies to shed weight or just...

You need to understand motivation, how it works, and all the components that are involved. If you do not understand motivation and how it works, you will not be able to use it as a tool to achieve success in your life. Your ability to stay motivated and move forward toward your goals will determine whether you reach them or not. There are many more benefits that motivation brings besides financial success or monetary awards. The basis of motivation will be determined by the most motivating source possible, witches were wards that it brings. If you start from day one and implement motivation correctly, you can make this a lifelong habit to achieve success in whatever area of life you choose to apply...

People with Celiac Disease suffer problems with gluten that can actually hinder their nourishment or health by destroying the villi in their small intestines, often giving them complicating problems with eating and being normal in the sense of nourishment. A few people get to enjoy fast food or other restaurants out in town which is why the people with Celiac diseases are either kept to cooking their own food or carefully ordering their food and checking every ingredient. The Celiac Food list is no different from our regular own since their Celiac food pyramid is simply Fats and Condiments, Meat, Fish, Pulses and Eggs along with Dairy, Cereals and Potatoes - except Wheat, Rye and Barley, Fruits and...

I make this chocolate homemade candy at the holidays and get new compliments every year. It is so delicious and is made by melting white and dark chocolate together. It is also beautiful and can be presented 2 different ways. The red and green m&m's, coconut and white chocolate drizzle set it apart from any treat you'll make this holiday season. Chocolate Homemade Candy 1 package semi sweet chocolate chips (12 ounces) 2 packages white chocolate morsels (11 ounces each) 1 cup marshmallows 1 cup pecans 1 cup rice crispy cereal 1 small package coconut 1 lb. package peanut m&m's (red & green) 1 - 2 teaspoons vegetable oilone metal pizza pan Note: Substitute different color m&m's to fit...

With your hectic schedule it's may seem difficult if not impossible to prepare foods in your own kitchen. The temptation is to buy ready prepared frozen dinners. Many of these contain highly processed ingredients, and therefore may not contain the vitamins and enzymes needed by your body. Many also contain too much and the wrong kinds of fats and also additives designed to increase shelf life and improve appearance. Most health advisors recommend staying away from highly processed foods. Restaurant chefs have the same problem as you in that they must prepare the food quickly. The difference is that most chefs have been trained to prepare foods quickly from fresh ingredients. You too, can learn to...

Sometimes it's greasy and sometimes it's dry. But it's always spicy. It's a dish full of long-grain rice that will not stick together and holds a succulent piece of meat inside it. It's pleasantly aromatic, but not too sharp. The lovely aroma of spice and the delightful sight of the dish bring water to your mouth. And when you taste it, the subtle flavor and taste of the spices mildly and pleasantly come through. It's well-cooked, flavorsome, succulent and delicious. And once you start eating, you will end up cleaning your plate down to the last grain of rice. That is a plate of delicious Biryani placed in front of you. Biryani is perhaps the most popular rice based dish in the world that is...

If you're like a lot of people, you only use your microwave for reheating and defrosting food, or for popping popcorn. You may have never even considered using this common kitchen appliance for cooking an entire meal, because for many years a lot of microwave meals didn't taste very good. But this type of cooking has come a long way, and these days there are all kinds of delicious recipes that can be made in half the time it would take to cook them in a conventional oven or on the stove top. Cooking Tips In order to create the best-tasting meals possible in your microwave, there are a few simple tips to follow. - For instance, to ensure that your food is cooked thoroughly, make sure that things are...

Although India is known for its vegetarian cooking that consists a blend of spices, herbs and vegetables, there is a large population in India that is non vegetarian. Hence, while in India, you can rejoice a good variety of mouth-watering non vegetarian recipes. Since, the country is a land of diversity; you will find a great versatility in the non vegetarian cuisine. The Rogan Josh of Kashmir is a spicy, hot preparation from the north most Indian state that is cooked with oil, Kashmir pepper and meat. Introduced by the moguls in India, this recipe varies in different parts of Kashmir itself. The Amritsari Machhi of Punjab is a popular snack for fish lovers. This tasty non vegetarian recipe is a...

In the U.S. there is no stronger association with Labor Day than football. Labor Day is typically thought of as the end of summer, the beginning of school, and the beginning of the fall football season. It provides a long weekend to kick back with friends and watch your favorite team in action. If you'd like to throw a Labor Day party to really start the season off right, consider checking out these fun ideas. Barbecue One of the quintessential labor day foods, barbecue is a great way to cook for a large crowd. You can keep it traditional with hamburgers and hot dogs, or try a more complicated recipe involving chicken or steak. Briskets are tender and flavorful, can easily serve a big group, and can...

Contrary to popular belief, there is nothing difficult about making French onion soup the traditional way, if you follow a good French soup recipe. One of the most important stages in making this recipe is to caramelize the onions properly. This means when the sugars in them are broken down by heating and this gives them the unmistakable extra sweetness that you need to make the soup really delicious. Tips for Perfect Caramelized Onions The first thing to do when caramelizing your onions is to get the water out of them. As long as there is a lot of water in them, the temperature will not exceed 210 degrees F because of evaporation. The quicker you can get the water out, the faster you can start...

Malaysia is situated in south east Asia and is rather unusual in that one part lies south of Thailand on the south east Asian peninsular, with Singapore at its tip. This is where the capital, Kuala Lumpur, is to be found. The other part lies across the South China Sea and forms the northern one third of the island of Borneo, surrounding the Sultanate of Brunei. Malaysia has a mixed history which reflects in today's cuisine. In the 15th Century, the southwest (April to October) and northeast (October to February) monsoons brought the ships of the Arabs, Indians and Chinese who traded in spices, silk and precious stones. Many of the traders remained behind and married local women. A slow conversion to...

For centuries south Asian region has been rich. Rich with it's spices and food recipes. For years, the region lured various different crusaders to invade the region over centuries. Beginning from the 14th century, the moghuls invaded and ruled, what is today the Indian subcontinent, for over three centuries. And then came the marvelous voyages of Christopher Columbus taking upon the arduous long voyage and Vasco De Gama of Portugal, all because of the lure of rich and vast variety of spices in the sub-continent. Vast fortunes have been made and squandered, powerful rulers seduced, ailments cured and nations have been discovered. All in the name of spices. Spices have always cast a spell on our...

First, let me say that I still consider myself to be a fairly novice Indian chef. I'm in my mid 20s and I've only been cooking Indian food for about 7 years now. That being said, my father's Indian, and I've got a lot of great Indian chefs in my family, so I've learned from some of the best. What I've found from cooking a fairly wide range of Indian dishes though is that there are essentially 4 spices or ingredients that I use over and over to flavor my Indian cuisine. These are the must haves if you're doing any Indian cooking: 1. Chili Powder - I'd say one of the first flavors people think of when they eat Indian food is "spicy" or "hot", so it's no mistake that chili powder is #1 on my list. I...