tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55796098896536774852024-03-13T18:00:16.362-07:00Delectable Dessert CollectionNaomi cooks wonderful dishes from around the world. Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger81125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-70484325277198986392017-07-22T23:50:00.000-07:002017-07-22T23:50:22.377-07:00Indian Food Sabbatical After watching one of the most tear jerking movies ever...Lion, staring Dev Patel and Nicole Kidman, I became fascinated with Indian cuisine. I've been to some elegant Indian restaurants in New York City, but most Indian food looks like a pile of canned dog food slapped on a pile of yellow rice. Presentation really is everything. The decision was made to buy some common Indian Spices, delve into the cuisine and make it as attractive as possible.<br />
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First, I found a simple YT video about how to make Lamb Shanks. Lamb isn't a popular protein in the United States. Americans' tend to prefer chicken, pork, turkey, and beef. I found the video below, and then thought how I could make it into an Indian lamb shank. Objective One: must taste Indian Objective Two: It can't look like a pile of goop.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;">- 2 Lamb Shanks marinated overnight in curry, turmeric, onion powder, </span></span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;">garlic powder</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;">- 2 tbsp Tomato paste</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;">- 2 diced onions</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;">- 1 ounce shredded ginger</span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">-1 teaspoon mustard seed (fry in pan before adding all the other ingredients)</span></span></div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-45941614982772761162017-07-07T18:55:00.002-07:002017-07-07T18:59:10.994-07:00Raspberry Banana Bread<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Last night I decided to use some over ripe bananas. But, I've made banana bread so many times that it doesn't please me anymore. I added a little twist this evening, dropping an even number of fresh raspberries into the mix. </div>
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The cakes didn't come out as I hoped. I think what would've made it better was to separate the batter into two equal parts. In one part, add crushed raspberries, in the other part, dark chocolate chips. I think that combination would've been more interesting to the palette. Perhaps a <a href="http://www.jeanniestriedandtruerecipes.com/dark-chocolate-raspberry-banana-bread/">dark chocolate raspberry banana bread</a> would be delicious. </div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-54108489176376466812014-09-23T18:28:00.003-07:002014-09-23T18:28:48.169-07:00peel apples with a drill<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/S1hTKfkJtzM" width="560"></iframe>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-10535300121951961442014-09-22T14:25:00.003-07:002014-09-22T14:26:59.364-07:00Avocado PancakesMy son attends a local preschool, and their breakfast has something to be desired. They serve the children cereal, milk and maybe....maybe some fruit. The only protein the get from that diet would be the milk. Sometimes the school serves sugary cereal, and Lucky Charms.<br />
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This is a crucial time in his life, his brain is not growing as rapidly as it did when he was a baby, but still neurons are making connections on a daily basis. Kids need a diet with healthy fats and protein. I make his breakfast at home every morning, and send it with him to school. He still eats with his friends, but he will not be eating school food.<br />
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Sometimes, I make him scrambled eggs with salmon. He only eats a little of that. Then I think of other ways of getting fat into his diet, like mixing some fish oil into his peanut butter - but he can't have peanut butter at school. One thing he always loves its my pancakes. Every two weeks I make a large batch of pancakes, freeze them in little baggies. When I assemble his breakfast in the morning I toss in a couple blueberry pancakes with his egg whites and fruit. Today - I made him a different kind of pancake.<br />
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Although avocados contain mainly monounsaturated fats (omega-3s are polyunsaturated fats), they are still a healthy source of fats and beneficial for your child's development. Toddlers should consume 40 percent of their daily calories from fat, with is 33 to 45 grams of fat per day for toddlers consuming 1,000 calorie diets. According to the USDA Nutrient Data Laboratory, half an avocado provides your child with about 15 grams of healthy fat. This batch of pancakes contains 3/4 an avocado, he will eat 3 or 4 mini pancakes every day.<br />
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So, the small amount of avocado in three pancakes certainly is not enough fats - but hey, it is something, and it is certainly better than pancakes without any avocado.<br />
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Sources place the origin of mayonnaise as being the town of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mah%C3%B3n" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Mahón">Mahón</a> in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minorca" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Minorca">Menorca</a>, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spain" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Spain">Spain</a>, from where it was taken to France after <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armand_de_Vignerot_du_Plessis" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Armand de Vignerot du Plessis">Armand de Vignerot du Plessis</a>'s <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Minorca_(1756)" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Battle of Minorca (1756)">victory over the British</a> at the city's port in 1756. According to this version, the sauce was originally known as <i>salsa mahonesa</i> in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_language" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Spanish language">Spanish</a> and <i>maonesa</i> (later <i>maionesa</i>) in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catalan_language" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Catalan language">Catalan</a> (as it is still known in Menorca), later becoming <i>mayonnaise</i> as it was popularized by the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_cuisine" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="French cuisine">French</a>.</div>
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The <i><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larousse_Gastronomique" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Larousse Gastronomique">Larousse Gastronomique</a></i> suggests: <i>"Mayonnaise, in our view, is a popular corruption of moyeunaise, derived from the very old French word moyeu, which means yolk of egg</i>." The sauce may have been christened <i>mayennaise</i> after Charles de Lorraine, duke of Mayenne, because he took the time to finish his meal of chicken with cold sauce before being defeated in the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Arques" style="background: none; color: #0b0080; text-decoration: none;" title="Battle of Arques">Battle of Arques</a>.</div>
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Nineteenth-century culinary writer Pierre Lacam suggested that in 1459, a London woman named Annamarie Turcauht stumbled upon this condiment after trying to create a custard of some sort.</div>
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It is very important that children get the right amount of fats in their diet. Healthy fats improve nerve function, coordination, cognition, and hormone regulation. Store bought mayo contains mostly canola oil. My mayo contains mostly grapeseed oil, then coconut oil, and finally a little canola oil. Next time I will follow my friend's recommendations and make it his way. </div>
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I picked about 10 pounds of wild blackberries, and prepared three quarts. I have to make room for my blackberry wine and need to sell these three jars. They are $11.00 each. These jars are huge and enough to make at least two large cobblers.<br />
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Each quart has one tablespoon Splenda, so these are sweet and low calorie. Good for a healthy dessert.<br />
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I have only three, blackberry season will be over in the next few weeks, maybe I can pick more. Contact me if you would like one.<br />
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note to myself to try a recipe. I found several recipes online but decided to be adventurous and go my own way. This is an extremely calorie dense recipe, unfortunately I cannot eat them. I will taste it, but will certainly not eat a whole bar. The recipe is just something I came up with to make sure my boys get a good amount of protein every week.<br />
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1. cup rolled oats<br />
2. 1/4 cut crushed or sliced almonds<br />
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1. 1/4 cup honey<br />
2. 1/4 cup brown sugar<br />
3. 3 table spoons butter<br />
4. 2 tablespoons peanut butter<br />
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Mix and melt<br />
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Add the toasted oats and almonds to liquid mixture.<br />
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1. one cup granola<br />
2. three tablespoons soy protein<br />
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I pressed it all into a lightly greased, foil lined baking pan. The toppings were chocolate chips and one tablespoon melted peanut butter. (I mixed a little soy protein into the peanut butter, about .5 teaspoon)<br />
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The mixture was so thick that I easily formed bars, but it only fit half of my pan. If the boys like this treat I will double the recipe and make a full pan.<br />
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I have the misfortune of having two little boys who are picky eaters. Every once in a while I have to come up with new ways of getting fresh vegetables down their throats. </div>
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Today, I made my son a chicken wrap (featured above).</div>
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Ingredients: small corn tortilla, homemade Taziki sauce, grilled chicken breast, tomato, and lettuce. In the side I gave him on tablespoon of taziki sauce with some chicken and slice of avocado. </div>
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One of my favorite activities of the day is having breakfast with my son. Since he likes to fill up on milk, I started giving him water in the morning. For a healthy breakfast he had one egg and one egg white (scrambled eggs), and one piece of wheat toast with peanut butter. </div>
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Egg yolks contain all the nutrients that eggs offer. They are healthy. It is misinformation to assert that yolks are unhealthy and should be discarded. Egg whites are good because they are low in saturated fat, cholesterol and are a good source of protein, selenium and riboflavin. The only down side is that they are high in sodium. </div>
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When preparing my own meals, and especially my children's, I try to ensure their energy sources are coming from 1/3 protein, 1/3 carbs, and 1/3 fats. I want them to learn early on how to eat healthy, delicious food within their calorie range. </div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-1312598890246214252013-08-04T20:19:00.001-07:002013-08-04T20:19:14.064-07:00The season to make wineIn Washington State the berries and rock fruits are in full bloom. Now is the time for our wine making.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 20px;">The other day, I went to the Pike Place Market with my son to look around and see what was going on. How I love that market! The smell of flowers, coffee, and fish...ahhh, nothing quite like it. I saw some pepper ornament things hanging from the ceiling of a shop and asked one of the employees if they were real peppers. He abruptly say, "yes". It was closing time, and he clearly did not want to stand around and chit-chat with me. Anyway, I took the above photograph at Seattle's Pike Place Market. These are drying peppers and garlic. From closer inspection, they look like Thai Red Peppers. I thought that they were so pretty hanging there that I needed to take a picture. I started growing Thai peppers in my garden, and have yet to use them in any dish. The image inspired me to publish a quick blog about Seasoning Blends. (Note: these are not my recipes, I got most of them from <a href="http://allrecipes.com/search/default.aspx?qt=k&wt=spice%20blends&rt=r&origin=Home%20Page">allrecipes.com</a>)</span></span><br />
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Thai Seasoning Blend:</h2>
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<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 teaspoon ground cumin</li>
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<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper</li>
<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon fresh, dried, ground Thai chili pepper (featured above)</li>
<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons dried, ground lemongrass</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">2 tablespoons dried lime zest</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">2 tablespoons garlic powder</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">2 tablespoons ground ginger</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">2 tablespoons dried mint</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">2 tablespoons toasted, unsweetened, coconut</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1 tablespoon brown sugar</span></span></li>
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Taco Seasoning Recipe:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup Chili Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup Cumin Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon garlic powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; position: static;">1 tablespoon onion powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon Oregano leaf (or oregano leaf powder)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon paprika</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup himalayan salt or sea salt (optional)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon ground pepper</li>
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Homemade Curry Powder Recipe:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 cup Paprika</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup cumin</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon Fennel Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 Tablespoons Fenugreek powder (optional)- gives sweetness</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; position: static;">2 tablespoons Ground Mustard Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon ground Red Pepper Flakes (optional)- adds spiciness</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">3 tablespoons ground coriander (optional)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup ground Turmeric root</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon ground cardamon (optional)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon cinnamon powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 teaspoon cloves powder (optional) – Adds complex flavor</li>
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Homemade Italian Seasoning:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 cup Basil leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 cup Marjoram Leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; position: static;">1/2 cup Oregano leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup cut and sifted Rosemary Leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup Thyme leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons Garlic Powder (optional, especially if you cook with fresh garlic)</li>
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Homemade Rajin’ Cajun Seasoning:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 cup paprika</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/3 cup Himalayan Salt or sea salt</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; position: static;">1/4 cup Garlic Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 Tablespoons Black Pepper</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 Tablespoons Onion Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 Tablespoon Cayenne Pepper (optional- won’t be spicy without this)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 Tablespoons Oregano leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 Tablespoon Thyme leaf</li>
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Healthy Ranch Dressing Mix Recipe:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup dried Parsley leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 Tablespoon Dill leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon Garlic Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon Onion Powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px; position: static;">1/2 teaspoon Basil leaf (optional)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper</li>
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Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">The zest from 4-6 organic lemons (or 1/2 cup pre-dried lemon zest)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">6 Tablespoons ground black pepper (or whole peppercorns if you are using fresh lemon)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">5 Tablespoons Himalayan Salt or Sea Salt</li>
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Fajita Seasoning:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup chili powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons Sea Salt</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons Paprika</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon onion powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon garlic powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon cumin powder</li>
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Chili Seasoning Mix:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 cup chili powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup garlic powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">3 tablespoons onion powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup oregano</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons paprika</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup cumin</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon thyme</li>
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Herbs de Provence:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 cup thyme leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup marjoram leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons of cut and sifted rosemary leaf</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons savory</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon of lavender flowers (lightly ground-optional)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 teaspoons dried orange zest (optional)</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon ground fennel</li>
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Caribbean Jerk Seasoning:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup onion powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons sea salt</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons thyme</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 teaspoons ground allspice</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon cinnamon</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)</li>
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Asian 5-Spice Seasoning:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons anise powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon ground pepper</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon ground fennel</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon cinnamon</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon ground cloves</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 tablespoon himalayan or sea salt</li>
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Pumpkin Pie Spice:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/4 cup cinnamon</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon ground ginger</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 teaspoons nutmeg</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 teaspoons allspice powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 teaspoon cloves powder (optional)</li>
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Apple Pie Spice:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 tablespoons ground cinnamon</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 tablespoon allspice</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon nutmeg</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon ginger</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 dried lemon peel</li>
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Cajun Spice Blend:</h2>
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<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 teaspoons of salt</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 teaspoons garlic powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">2 1/2 teaspoons papirika </li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon ground black pepper</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon onion powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon cayenne pepper</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 1/4 teaspoons dried thyme</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 teaspoons dried red pepper</li>
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Chicken Seasoning Blend:</h2>
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<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt</li>
<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon dried basil</li>
<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary</li>
<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 teaspoon garlic powder</li>
<li style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times; font-size: 16px; line-height: 26px; list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;">1/2 teaspoon mustard powder</li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/2 teaspoon paprika</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/2 teaspoon ground pepper</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/2 teaspoon ground thyme</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/4 teaspoon celery seed </span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/4 teaspoon dried parsley</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/8 teaspoon cumin</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper</span></span></li>
<li style="list-style-type: square; margin: 0px 0px 0px 30px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Lora, Georgia, Times New Roman, Times;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">1/8 teaspoon chicken bouillon. </span></span></li>
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Greek Spice Blend:</h2>
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<a href="http://www.jacksonvillemercantile.com/extract-and-vanilla/">Extracts</a> are very expensive, expect to spend $10 to $12 on a six ounce bottle. One of the reasons they are pricey is because infusing the flavor and aroma takes a very long time. Manufacturers have to pay for shelf space and storage. I love to garden, harvest, and make as much as I can from scratch. I am able to make more diverse dishes and treats while spending only a fraction of the cost. I found a few wholesale supplier of nuts and seeds for my extracts. <a href="http://www.nutsinbulk.com/">Nuts In Bulk</a> and <a href="http://www.ohnuts.com/">Oh Nuts</a>. (<a href="http://www.nutsinbulk.com/">Nuts in Bulk</a> appear to offer the best deals) My products make great gifts, and if I stumble upon something that is very good, it might make its way to the local farmers market. </div>
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So here is my current project: Orange and Vanilla Extract. Infusion should be finished May 1st, 2013. </div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Many foods
are soluble in alcohol and water. Sometimes you can use either Vodka or Rum with
water. The extract will be perfectly fine if you add water. Natural vanilla
beans contain hundreds of compounds which give it its complex flavor and aroma,
it would make sense to use both alcohol and water as solvents (i.e., to use 100
proof alcohol). Different percentages of alcohol to water will tend to have
different properties when it comes to dissolving various flavor and aroma
compounds over a fixed period of time. Presumably, commercial producers of top
quality natural vanilla extract have figured out the best mixture of ethanol to
water for the vanilla beans they use, the extracting process they use, and the
signature flavor/aroma profile of their extract.<span style="font-size: small;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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extractions, I will be using 80% cheap Vodka with 20% spring water. It really
does not matter what kind of Vodka you use, because the beans, fruits, or nuts
you are using will take over the flavor. So go for the cheap stuff. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<li>Cherry Extract</li>
<li>Strawberry Extract</li>
<li>Lemon Extract </li>
<li>Blueberry Extract</li>
<li>Chocolate Mint Extract</li>
<li>Peppermint Extract</li>
<li>Chocolate Extract</li>
<li>Coffee Extract</li>
<li>Orange Extract</li>
<li>Vanilla Extract</li>
<li>Almond Extract</li>
<li>Hazelnut Extract</li>
<li>Green Apple Extract</li>
<li>Peach Extract</li>
<li>Coconut Extract</li>
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Last night, I made: lemon, chocolate, cinnamon, and coconut extracts. I have to do cheery, strawberry, blueberry, almond, hazelnut, green apple and peach.<br />
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<li>Pumpkin Pie Extract (cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, allspice)</li>
<li>Chocolate Chip Mint Extract </li>
<li>Peanut Butter and Chocolate Extract</li>
<li>Tropical Extract (coconut, lime, mango)</li>
<li>Turtle Cheese Cake</li>
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My base recipe came from the following YouTube video. Red Borscht - <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYhcWhfvh-c">Barszcz Czerwony - Christmas Menu Recipe #51</a>. There is a follow up video, how to make miniature Polish mushroom dumplings, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?annotation_id=annotation_218131&feature=iv&src_vid=VYhcWhfvh-c&v=nLQrYCOrI24">Uszka</a>. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BwbD6iqaRc">Ukrainian Borscht</a> is more complicated, as it calls for carrots, potato, cabbage and beef.<br />
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As this is my first Borscht, I do not know if I prefer the Polish version or the Ukrainian version. I will be making it my own way. In Ania's video, she strained the soup with a cheese cloth, and recommend we do not bring the soup to a boil more than once as it will turn brown. In another Polish language video, (featured below) they used a strainer instead of a cheesecloth. Ania recommended letting the soup sit overnight, then slowly reheating it the next day.<br />
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<li>1 can beets</li>
<li>1 red apple</li>
<li>2 cans water</li>
<li>1 small yellow onion</li>
<li>1 shallot</li>
<li>2 garlic cloves</li>
<li>4 tbs orange juice</li>
<li>1 bay leaf</li>
<li>sugar</li>
<li>salt</li>
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I served it with a dollop of sour cream and chopped green onion. The sour cream sank right to the bottom, which I did not like. I think that the sour cream is intended for the Russian/Ukrainian recipe and not the Polish recipe. I served it with chopped green onion, as I did not have time to make the mushroom dumplings.<br />
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I thought that it was delicious, my husband thought it was too tart. Next time, I will replace 4 tbs Orange Juice with 2 tbs lemon juice. My intention is to make this soup again during the Winter Holidays. The Polish Borscht should be transparent, not cloudy, much like a red won-ton soup whereas the Russian/Ukrainian version can be cloudy, and hearty.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I often wondered what was the connection between Easter Rabbits and Eggs. Rabbits do not lay eggs.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Rabbits and Eggs are fertility symbols. Rabbits were once believed to be hermaphrodites and it was also believed they could reproduce without sex. Birds lay eggs and rabbits give birth in large litters in early spring, the two became symbols of rising fertility of the earth at the March Equinox.</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><b style="line-height: 19.1875px;">Ēostre</b><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> or </span><b style="line-height: 19.1875px;">Ostara</b><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> (</span><a class="mw-redirect" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northumbrian_(Old_English)" style="background-image: none; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="Northumbrian (Old English)">Northumbrian</a><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_English" style="background-image: none; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="Old English">Old English</a><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">: </span><i style="line-height: 19.1875px;">Ēostre</i><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">; </span><a class="mw-redirect" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Saxon_(Old_English)" style="background-image: none; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="West Saxon (Old English)">West Saxon</a><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> Old English: </span><i style="line-height: 19.1875px;">Ēastre</i><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">; </span><a class="mw-redirect" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_High_German_language" style="background-image: none; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="Old High German language">Old High German</a><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">: </span><span lang="goh" style="line-height: 19.1875px;" xml:lang="goh"><i>*Ôstara</i></span><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">) is a </span><a class="mw-redirect" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germanic_goddess" style="background-image: none; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="Germanic goddess">goddess in Germanic paganism</a> <span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">who, by way of the </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germanic_calendar" style="background-image: none; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="Germanic calendar">Germanic month</a><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> bearing her name</span><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> is the namesake of the festival of </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easter" style="background-image: none; line-height: 19.1875px; text-decoration: none;" title="Easter">Easter</a><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">.</span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">The fertility symbols (rabbit, egg), the word </span><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">Ēostre ( sounds a lot like Easter doesn't it), were incorporated into Christianity. I could care less. It is a lovely holiday. There are not nearly enough holidays in the spring. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.1875px;">Lets take a look at some public domain </span><span style="line-height: 19.18402862548828px;">Easter</span><span style="line-height: 19.1875px;"> cake and cupcake images. Maybe they will inspire you to make a cake at home this year.</span></span></span><br />
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Today I am making a Classic Chocolate Cake for the <a href="http://www.dynamicpartners.org/south-king-early-intervention-program">Children's Therapy Center</a> and <a href="http://www.dynamicpartners.org/">Dynamic Partners</a> 23rd annual charity event. I am donating this dessert, on behalf of Seattle Soap Company, for their dessert rush auction.<br />
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Each table will donate money to the charity, the tables that donate the most get to choose the most desirable cake. My goal is to make my cake as <i>desirable</i> .. as possible. Nobody can see inside the cake, desirably is all in the decoration.<br />
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2/3 cup butter, softened to room temperature<br />
1 2/3 cup white, granulated sugar<br />
3 large eggs<br />
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2 cups all-purpose flour<br />
2/3 cup baking cocoa<br />
1 1/4 teaspoon baking soda<br />
1 teaspoon salt<br />
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1 1/3 cups milk<br />
Frosting<br />
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<i>CAN YOU SUBSTITUTE BROWN SUGAR FOR WHITE SUGAR?</i><br />
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I had a bit of a mishap when making this cake, I only had 1/3 cup white sugar. I substituted the rest with brown sugar. White sugar is considered a 'liquid' when baking because it melts quickly. Dark brown sugar is different in that it contains 6.5% molasses, the molasses is what gives it the brown color. The presence of molasses will change the baking chemistry. When brown sugar melts in the batter, it becomes a liquid in its own right, of sugar and molasses.<br />
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To make the swap balance itself out, reduce the water content of the recipe. If you swap 1 cup white sugar for 1 cup brown sugar, reduce other liquid by 3 tablespoons. I reduced the milk content of my recipe just a tad.<br />
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Brown sugar is used for heavier, richer recipes and will impart its own flavor. I tasted the batter before putting it in the oven. It tasted delicious to me.<br />
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<i>DECORATING THE FINAL PRODUCT</i><br />
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This is the fun part!<br />
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Children's Therapy and Dynamic Partners made $11,000 from the cake rush this year! Yeah!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-82417670884805592182013-03-14T18:05:00.001-07:002013-03-14T18:05:15.034-07:00Saint Patrick Day Cake Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-52021260802784896652013-03-07T18:51:00.000-08:002013-03-07T19:17:33.157-08:00Red Velvet Cake<br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">I
made this dessert for my family in Mexico City. A word of caution – be careful choosing
your food color. I bought my food coloring for this cake at a store in Mexico.
Everyone who ate the cake said that they had ‘caca roja’. Since this is a food
blog, I am not going to discuss that too much. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">One
of the things I love the most about making desserts is that people really
appreciate them. There is nothing more wonderful than presenting a beautiful
pastry to your friends and family. Of all the things we cook for others, I find
that desserts get the most appreciation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">2
tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">2
ounces red food coloring<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
cup buttermilk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
teaspoon salt<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
teaspoon vanilla extract<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1/2
cup shortening<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
1/2 cups white sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">2
eggs<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">2
1/2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
1/2 teaspoons baking soda<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
teaspoon white vinegar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
cup milk<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">5
tablespoons all-purpose flour<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
cup white sugar<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
cup butter<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">1
teaspoon vanilla extract<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">Grease
two 9 inch round pans. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Make a
paste of cocoa and food coloring. Set aside.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">Combine
the buttermilk, salt and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream
together the shortening and 1 1/2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in
the eggs one at a time, then stir in the cocoa mixture. Beat in the buttermilk
mixture alternately with the flour, mixing just until incorporated. Stir
together baking soda and vinegar, then gently fold into the cake batter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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batter into prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until
a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool
completely before frosting. Refrigerate until ready to serve.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Make Icing: In a saucepan, combine the milk and 5 tablespoons flour. Cook over
low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Set aside to cool
completely. Cream together butter, 1 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla until
light and fluffy, then stir in the cooled milk and flour mixture, beating until
icing reaches spreading consistency.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #c00000; font-family: 'Anglo Text';"><b>Decorating the Cake</b></span><span style="font-family: 'Akzidenz Grotesk CE Light', sans-serif;">: I decorate my red velvet cake with strawberries and red velvet cake
crumbs. Decorating the cake is probably my favorite part. I love making things
beautiful. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579609889653677485.post-15656447381778876842013-02-26T22:52:00.003-08:002013-02-26T22:53:13.997-08:00Lemon Flaxseed Muffins<br />
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Flaxseed Muffins, I made this recipe today and everything went without a hitch. First thing's first, here is my recipe:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Naomi's Lemon Flaxseed Muffins</td></tr>
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<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 cup
unsalted butter, at room temperature</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 cup Apriva (zero calorie sweetener) Fred Meyer Brand</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/4 cup brown sugar, packed</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 large eggs</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 cup fresh lemon juice</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 teaspoon vanilla</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 tablespoons flaxseed </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 cups all-purpose flour</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">2 teaspoons baking powder</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">1/2 teaspoon salt</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">First,
let butter warm to room temperature. I find it is best to leave it out the night
before. Combine Apriva, Brown Sugar, and Butter mixing until completely
combined. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">Add one
egg at a time, continue mixing. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">Combine
all the other ingredients following normal baking standards (meaning one at a
time, do not lump it all in there at once.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">It will
form a very thick, sweet lemon smelling batter. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";">Scoop
into muffin tins, or into a silicone mold. I prefer silicone molds because when
the cake cools it is much easier to remove. Bake at 350 for about thirty
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instead of white granulated sugar, I reduced the calories by 194. The white all-purpose
flour has about 912 calories for two cups. The quarter cup butter has 407
calories. The brown sugar has 212 calories.
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major stuff, we are talking about 1531 calories. This is for the entire batch
of muffins and the little cake. The
batch makes about 16 muffins, which yields 95.68 calories per muffin. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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eggs, lemon juice or <a href="http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/benefits-of-flaxseed">flaxseed</a>. To play it safe, lets round it up to 100
calories per muffin. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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have used ½ cup <a href="http://www.ketogenic-diet-resource.com/artificial-sweeteners.html">apriva </a>and cut out the brown sugar entirely. I did not want to
do that because I had a lot of brown sugar in the pantry that I need to use. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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incredibly healthy, and loaded with <a href="http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/omega-3-fatty-acids-fact-sheet">Omega 3</a> fatty acids. I try to take in a
good amount of fatty acids because they are great for the skin, and help
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As of late, I have been carefully watching my nutrition. For the past three months I committed myself to resistance training: lunges, squats, leg bridges, and many other exercises. My goal is to build as much muscle as I can until mid March. In March, I am going to jump into an intense cardio routine and try to get cut.<br />
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Building muscle requires eating six times per day, eating carbs before a workout, and most important - eating a good amount of protein. The problem with female diets is that we tend to eat more carbohydrates and fats.<br />
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In the images, I am showing you what I logged in today for breakfast and lunch. The ratio of protein, fat and carbs are perfect.<br />
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onion soup for dinner. Before taking the boys to story time at the Library, I
sautéed the onions until they were golden and translucent. Then I put them to
simmer in one cup of water. My husband babysat the onions until I got back home
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and roasted potato salad. I took two small potatoes, diced them into one inch
chunks, seasoned them, and then put them in the oven to bake at 350. Next, I
thawed some green beans, and then cooked them for four minutes in salted,
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make a simple vinaigrette to go with the roasted potato green bean salad. For
this recipe, I must give Martha Steward credit. Her recipe can be found here: </span><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/343767/balsamic-rosemary-vinaigrette"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">LINK</span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">.
For my vinaigrette, I used the basics: mustard, white vinegar, olive oil, salt,
pepper, crushed garlic and two tablespoons of dry rosemary. I allowed the rosemary
seep in a pot with all the other ingredients at a warm heat before blending it.
This way I could get as much of the rosemary oil into the mixture. One of the
benefits of using fresh rosemary is that the flavor comes from the oils. As the
herb dries, it loses some of oils. The best time to pick rosemary is early in
the morning. It should be stored in a very dark place.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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key to pounding chicken is to stretch the fibers, not tear them. They were
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sour cream, chipotle sauce, salt, pepper. The spinach was cooked (<i>surprise surprise</i>) in the microwave. I
have never seen fresh spinach cooked that way before and had no idea that it
would work as well as it did. That was an energy saver. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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This recipe is very hearty. I recommend it as a dip rather than entree. </div>
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Okay, so lets get started with this. I made my red enchilada sauce early in the day. If you are using traditional enchilada sauce it will come in a green can. But, this is the United States and I am doing it my way. Unless I am eating salad or guacamole - I do not like eating anything green. Dr. Seuss can take that green eggs and ham and eat it himself.<br />
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I am feeling a little lazy today, so I will spare you the details and just show you in photos how I made this recipe.<br />
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Start the Sauce early, let it simmer for a few hours</div>
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Due to the amount of cheese and sour cream I could only have a very small portion. My hubby told me it was delicious. I think that it needs corn tortillas instead of wheat, and either more tortillas or chicken to give it more structure. When I think casserole, I think of something that you can cut into, not something you can scoop with a spoon. </div>
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I think this would make a great dip for a BBQ, Superbowl party or any of those things men like to do when they get together, drink beer and talk about sports. This is not a weight watcher friendly meal. Over all, I think that as an appetizer this dish is a winner. </div>
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Many of you have noticed by now that I am not making as many treats as I did before.<br />
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My two year old son has been eating too many cookies, and it is completely my fault. He is not getting chubby or anything, but he is getting too spoiled and picky. He is on a no-cookie diet for a few months.<br />
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I am on a high protein diet, so many of the things that I publish are things only my husband will eat. My diet consists of egg whites, chicken, fish, rice and vegetables. I have not had time lately to really sit down and think of creative ways to cook high protein meals.<br />
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If you are wondering why I changed my diet, it is because I started a new workout routine almost two months ago. It consists of weights and a lot of resistance training. I am trying to put on as much muscle as I can until late March. In March, I will cut back the protein, increase the complex carbohydrates and start high intensity cardio workouts. I am getting ready for bikini season ten months early.<br />
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I will be publishing some high protein healthy recipes for you health nuts soon.<br />
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xxxooo<br />
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Naomi<br />
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