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Tips For Using Canned Foods
How to Use Different Kinds of Cream
TYPES OF CREAM There are a number of different kinds of cream and they have different uses. The following are those that are usually found in supermarkets, listed in the order of fat content. Single or Light This cream has the lowest percentage of fat and has many uses. Half and Half This cream is […]
Eggplant – The Garden Egg
Eggplants (called an aubergine in some places) were named in the 18th century by farmers who thought they looked like goose eggs. In some places they still resemble the shape and size of goose or hen eggs. To cook an eggplant, wash and cut off the ends. Use a stainless steel knife, as other knives […]
Food Names And Terms
Diet Meal Plans
The sheer number of diet meal plans on television and in print media can make the would-be-dieter’s head spin. Which diet is right for me? Will I like the foods? Is there a support system? Can I afford this program? How about nutrition? These are just a few of the issues that dieters face. Don’t […]
Weight Loss Foods
Are you aware some foods are considered weight loss foods because they promote fat burning and increase metabolism? If you are in a weight loss slump, burn more calories with foods that can help get you over the hump and on the road to your target weight. Many of these foods do double duty since […]
Food Lovers Diet
“Protein” Bars
6 Cheese Facts And Tips – What You Should Know
Honey Chipotle Turkey Meatballs
I cannot wait to try these, they are such a great change from the normal heavy meat ball. So many different options on how to use these as well! You could also use this marinade on chicken or fish. Ingredients- Meatballs: ground turkey breast 1/2 yellow onion diced 2 garlic cloves, minced salt/pepper Mix all […]
Crisp Apple Pie
Almost done:) Ingredients: Crisp Topping: 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped 3 tbsp ghee or butter, melted 2 tbsp raw honey salt 1 cup plain rolled oats 1/2 cup coconut or almond flour Pie Filling: 3 large honeycrisp apples (organic if possible, may need 4 since organic are smaller) 2 tbsp ghee or butter, melted 3 tbsp […]
Budget Paella
Made from the available ingredients from my kitchen, this Paella might have been concepted and executed without much primping but the best thing is IT WORKED! Armed with my foodie friend Jeng’s gift of paprika pimenton, I salivated for Paella and created it with only what’s inside my pantry. A pack of frozen seafood Green […]
The meal that saved Chinese food
Pampanga Express
Just because… An all-veggie affair making use of the Bicolano’s gata cooking technique and the Pampango palate (meaning it’s sweeter than spicier!). Don’t scream! I just like how it sounds. Yes, yes, I know there are no trains to Pampanga and it’s not as spicy you won’t rush to the CR! What you need: 1 tsp […]
Callos and white rice overload
I’m sure you can relate! Pigging out during a celebration. Diet on hold when served a comfort food. Or, even forgetting one’s name while savoring delicious dishes. That’s me. It’s fun most times. Other times it’s tummy bulging grief. One thing I love about those moments – I clearly remember the taste of the food, […]
Basic Bulalo Bonding!
Comfort… Don’t we all pine for comfort? Comfortable shoes, comfortable couch, comfortable shirt, comfortable bed, comfortable eyeglasses, comfortable friends, and the list goes on! In food, we often crave dishes that will do just that! For me, it’s hot and piping soup (light and thin, not thick and creamy) with lots of vegetables! I want […]
A delicious happenstance
When delicious flavors collide
Cravings, Sudden Cravings
Without a plan, I craved Lomi! Definitely not good because I haven’t gone to the grocery store in a week. So… searching our fridge, pantry, down every nook and cranny, I found these. I called my mother-in-law, my Chinese cooking mentor, and asked her to recap the recipe. And quickly and easily, here goes… No […]
El Cangrejo, a story of crabs and steaks
I cannot imagine the horrors of overeating! But overeat I did! Good thing it was a lunch affair… Here’s the scoop on my satisfying indulgence. El Cangrejo, tucked away inside a restaurant compound along Sgt. Esguerra in Quezon City, might look simple and unassuming but hold your tongues! In the midst of a straightforward crabs, […]