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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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Don't Roast Your Unwanted Guests: Banish Pests From Your Barbecue Grill
Pests love your grill as much as you do. You can't fault them for that, since your barbecue wears the essence and bears the crumbs of every delicious meal you've cooked on it. But when they love your backyard barbecue so much they start living in it, you have a problem. How pests damage grills. Any pest that might enter your home will also enter your grill, and it will cause similar sorts of damage, whether rodent or insect.

The Many Health Benefits Of Chia Seeds
Chia seeds have joined the ranks of kale and coconut oil as a superfood. These trendy seeds are popular for a reason, though. They're lauded for their myriad health benefits and delicious texture. If you're new to the chia seed game, you might wonder if chia seeds really live up to their hype. Learn about their health benefits and decide for yourself.   Nutrient Dense First, chia seeds are considered extremely healthy because they contain a high number of various nutrients compared to their size.

Plan A Pig Party This Porktober
There seems to be a national day, week, or month for almost anything, but there are times when you simply must embrace your fate and savor the serendipity. October is one of those times. October is Feral Hog Month, National Pork Month, and Sausage Month. Vegetarians have a month, too, but that's a different menu. Celebration is mandatory. Feral Hog Month comes to us from Texas. It marks the time when all good Texans go out and defend their state against the depredations of invasive feral hogs, which present a danger to livestock and agriculture.

The Difference In Regional BBQ Flavors
The next time you are throwing a casual soiree, consider getting a local BBQ joint to cater. If you live in a bigger city, there may be several different kinds of BBQ to choose from. Each region of the country makes BBQ in its own special way, usually with the difference being the type of sauce used. Here is a handy guide to help you choose the best kind of regional BBQ for you and your guests to enjoy.

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.