Monthly Archives: October 2006
Man hands out healthy eating tips to trick-or-treaters
Posted October 31, 2006 – 4:15 pm in: Learning, NewsAgainst the advice of his trick-fearing friends, Robert Zyluk will be dropping an unexpected treat into the sacks of young revellers tonight in a bid to curb the growing childhood obesity epidemic.
Zyluk, who lives in Winnipeg, has self-published a 24-page Produce Passport that offers healthy eating tips and provides a space for children to collect [...]
From weapons of war to great coffee
Posted October 31, 2006 – 12:37 pm in: Beverages, Coffee, Ethiopian, NewsIn his workshop in Mekele, just 200km from Ethiopia’s border with Eritrea, Azmeraw Zekele is turning burnt-out shells into cylinders used in coffee machines.
Most of the shells are left over from the 1998-2000 war between the two countries.
BBC NEWS | Africa | From weapons of war to great coffee
Fire ’n Suds Chili
Posted October 28, 2006 – 4:15 pm in: Beef, One Pot Meals, Tex-MexSERVES 8
Ingredients:
6 slices thick bacon, julienned
3 lb boneless beef chuck steak, cubed
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 tbsp finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp oregano, crumbled
2 tsp ground ancho chile pepper
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground allspice
1 28 oz can diced tomatoes
1 28 oz can kidney beans, [...]
links for 2006-10-27
Posted October 26, 2006 – 11:23 pm in: Links
Salad Lyonnaise
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links for 2006-10-26
Posted October 25, 2006 – 11:24 pm in: Links
Ethiopian Spicy Tomato Lentil Stew
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10 Turkey Stuffing Recipes
Posted October 25, 2006 – 7:50 pm in: Holiday Recipes, PoultryFrom Gourmet magazine:
Nine Amazing Turkey Stuffings…
• Sage Stuffing
• Sausage Cranberry and Cornbread Stuffing
• Wild Rice, Apple, and Dried Cranberry Stuffing
• Herbed Bread Stuffing
• Poblano Chile and Pumpkin Seed Stuffing
• Herbed Oyster Stuffing
• Sausage, Cranberry and Pecan Stuffing
• Herbed Shallot Stuffing
• Chestnut and Sausage Stuffing
…and One Magnificent Alternative
• Jeweled Rice and Dried Fruit
Fill Up on [...]
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Posted October 24, 2006 – 11:23 pm in: Links
How to make homemade marshmallows - Slashfood
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Butter Chicken Recipe
Posted October 24, 2006 – 11:41 am in: Indian, Main Dish, PoultryIngredients:
2 to 3 tablespoons of butter
1 onion, halved and sliced
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons chilli powder
1 tablespoon fresh coriander
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed
1/3 cup ground almonds
10 oz can whole peeled tomatoes with juice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup plain yogurt
Directions:
Heat a large saucepan [...]
No Comments | Tags:Grilled Red Pepper Sauce
Posted October 23, 2006 – 12:33 pm in: BBQ, SaucesIngredients:
2 medium red bell peppers, cut in half and seeded
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons chicken broth
2/3 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Directions:
Coat grill with non-stick cooking spray
Pre-heat grill to medium-high, direct heat
Combine olive oil, salt and cayenne and brush on pepper halves and garlic cloves
Place peppers [...]
Fresh Lime Salsa
Posted October 22, 2006 – 8:17 pm in: Condiments, Tex-MexIngredients:
1 cup diced jicama
1 orange peeled and coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 green onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons of lime zest, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon sugar
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and toss to mix.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour
Serve with grilled chicken or fish