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Gaining Confidence While Cooking

Hello, my name is Alicia Crompton and you've arrived at my food and cooking blog. In this blog, you'll learn many new recipes for appetizers, main dishes, side dishes and desserts. I have always liked to cook, but I was always skeptical of trying new dishes. After I had surgery, I had to stay in bed for several weeks and to pass the time, I watched cooking shows on television. I learned so much information about cooking and meal preparation while watching the cooking shows. I made notes and wrote down the recipes that I wanted to try. After my bed rest was over, I couldn't wait to get into the kitchen to start cooking again. Trying new dishes actually helped grow my confidence and now I'm not afraid to cook anything. I hope this blog also helps you to become more adventurous while in the kitchen.

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It's Your Spouse's 50th Birthday And They Love Mexican Food? Throw Them A Mexican Party
Turning 50 is a big milestone and even though your spouse may be feeling older, it is a great time to celebrate. If he or she loves Mexican food, then you should consider throwing him or her a Mexican party with all the Mexican goodies to go along with it. Food Consider having the party at a local Mexican restaurant that your spouse likes. If you do not want to have the whole party there, go to your home when everyone is finished eating to finish up the party.

Two Reasons Why You Should Incorporate Grade B Maple Syrup Into Your Diet
If you're a pancake or waffle lover, your kitchen cabinets are likely laden with bottles of the commonly used imitation syrup.  However, as the saying goes, "there's nothing like the real thing," and syrup is no different.  You simply cannot beat the thick, smooth taste of authentic Grade B maple syrup, which is a welcome alternative to the overly sweetened imitation brands.  Although Grade B may be priced a little higher than other kinds of syrup, use this information to learn more about why you should include this food in your regular diet.

Running Out Of Energy? How To Get Some Pep Back Into Your Step
If you find you are running out of energy before your workday is through, there are ways you can put some pep back into your step. Visit your doctor first to make sure there are no medical reasons why you are feeling tired. If you get a clean bill of health, read on for some helpful tips. Coffee Coffee is the drink of choice in the morning for many people, and it really can help wake you up and give you that boost of energy because it has caffeine.

Frymaster Care And Maintenance
If your restaurant fries any of its entrees, then odds are you have a reliable Frymaster doing your even oil cooking for you. Use this guide to help you care for and maintain this equipment, so you can experience safe and delicious frying with every dip. Make sure the filter is grounded Many Frymaster machine models have a filter that needs to be grounded. This 3-pronged cord must be plugged into a 3-pronged outlet, and cannot be altered in any way.

Saint Arnold Of Soissons: What All Craft Beer Enthusiasts Need To Know About This Patron Saint Of Hops-Pickers
If you love craft beers, then you are probably quite familiar with the Benedictine monks and the influence that they have on brewing. Yet, you might not know about one particular Benedictine monk, Saint Arnold of Soissons, who truly revolutionized the art of brewing and became one of the first Catholic saints recognized for beer miracles. The Rise and Fall of Arnulf Saint Arnulf--better known as Saint Arnold of Soissons--was born in Flanders, Belgium in the year 1040.

Enjoying Your Big Day Through Your Stomach - Uncommon Things To Consider When Picking A Wedding Caterer
Your wedding day is likely to be one of the most memorable and exciting days of your life, but as anyone who is planning or has planned a wedding knows, it's also a great deal of work. Lining up the vendors, making all of the arrangements, and guaranteeing that things are in the order you want them is not simple, and some details can slip through the cracks. When picking a caterer for your wedding, you're likely to taste the food, discuss the menu, haggle over the price, and call it a day.

3 Reasons To Choose Organic Food
Organic food is a great way to help yourself and your family eat healthier. Listed below are the three reasons to choose organic food: freshness, fewer chemicals, and to help the local community. Freshness One of the biggest benefits of eating organic foods is that the food is typically going to be quite a bit fresher than regular grocery store foods. For example, the foods you buy from a grocery store are usually traveling quite some distance in order to get from the distribution centers to your local store.

Italian Style Preserved Vegetables: Tips For Preparing And Serving Your Blend
Italian vegetable preserving has long been a staple in Italian cuisine. This creation is a blend of vegetables and spices and can be used as a dressing, sandwich topping, or side dish. There are literately a countless number of Italian preserving recipes to suit just about any palate. No matter what recipe you follow, there are certain tips and tricks that can help enhance your creation. Here are a few helpful tips to help you prepare and serve your Italian vegetable preserves.

Eating Out? You Can Still Eat Healthy In America!
Even while eating out in a restaurant; it's easy to maintain healthy food choices.  Some of the most delicious American meals are also nutritious.  The right diet reduces the risk of packing on the pounds, and helps you avoid conditions like heart disease, diabetes and stroke.  Here are 6 tips to eating healthy that apply to restaurants or at home. 1. Eat your vegetables and fruits. Meals that have servings of fruit and vegetables are recommended by the American Heart Association.

5 Routes Mexican Food At Its Finest
Dining at an authentic Mexican restaurant is the next best thing to being south of the border. Whether you live near a border town or not, with a little discernment, you can find the best Mexican food in your area. Mexico the country is home to hundreds of regional cuisine types, and a number of them can be found in the family-owned restaurants of major U.S. cities. Use these guidelines for finding excellent Mexican food choices in your area: