breadcrumbs http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for breadcrumbs Copyright 2008 Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:03:39 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/breadcrumbs The Joy Of Summer Sweet Corn http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-joy-of-summer-sweet-corn http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-joy-of-summer-sweet-corn#comments Sun, 18 Jun 2006 03:32:04 +0000 corn on the cobtspgreen pepperbreadcrumbsfreshkernelstomatoes http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-joy-of-summer-sweet-corn fresh ear of sweet corn brushed with melted butter. is delicious, but there's more than one way to serve fresh corn. Along with the corn harvest comes a big variety of other vegetables and dishes.

When you cut the corn from the cob, the possibilities for preparing corn are endless. You can add it to bread to make a wonderful spoon bread recipe, or a great Southern favorite, corn pudding. Corn combines well with other summer vegetables such as , bell peppers and onions. The secret to a great dish is to use the freshest corn available. The less time that passes between the garden and the finished recipe the better.

When you're selecting corn, choose ears with tight, green husks and tender milky looking that are evenly spaced on the ear and firm enough to puncture if you squeeze it a little. If you're not going to be preparing your corn immediately after you get it home, then buy it with the husks and put it in the refrigerator to prevent the sugar in the corn from turning to starch and tasting less than sweet. If your recipe calls only for kernels of corn, remember that two average size ears will usually give you about one cup of corn kernels.

Here's a delicious summer corn recipe to try out this year.

Corn and Tomato Casserole

8 slices bacon, cut in half 2 c soft 2 c peeled, chopped fresh tomatoes 1 med , chopped 3 c fresh corn cut from cob salt tsp sugar tsp pepper c butter, melted

Place half of bacon in a shallow 2 qt casserole, and top with 1 c breadcrumbs. Layer half of tomatoes, green pepper, and corn over breadcrumbs; sprinkle with half of salt, sugar and pepper. Repeat layers of the veggies and seasoning. Combine the melted butter and remaining 1 c breadcrumbs, stirring well; spoon evenly over casserole. Top with remaining bacon; bake at 375 F for 40-45 minutes. Serves 8. Sherry Frewerd publishes 'Family Crock Pot Recipes' http://familycrockpotrecipes.com where you can find quick and easy slow cooker recipes to simplify your life. Sherry is also a 'Marlo Quinn' Founding Team Leader specializing in helping women achieve their dreams of financial freedom: http://www.marloquinn.net/index.asp?consultant=15 ]]> Chicken Fried Steak http://www.artwoo.com/article/chicken-fried-steak http://www.artwoo.com/article/chicken-fried-steak#comments Sun, 21 May 2006 09:32:32 +0000 chicken fried steakobviouslybreadcrumbsskilletspicescookingcook http://www.artwoo.com/article/chicken-fried-steak chicken fried steak is something to be experienced. A cross between the classic taste of steak and the simple joys of fried chicken, this increasingly popular method of ing" rel="tag">cooking steak is a wonderfully memorable mix of different flavors. Casual, yet dignified, it is a meal that distinguishes itself with its flexibility and accessible nature. Which makes chicken fried steak the type of meal that can fit a variety of occasions.

Cooking chicken fried steak is not too difficult to make. All it requires is a steak, , oil and a or deep fryer. Simply cover the steak in breadcrumbs, heat the oil in the skillet or deep fryer, and cook the steak until it is done. If it is being made in a skillet, it needs to be flipped every couple of minutes but, otherwise, there is little that needs to be done until the steak is done cooking.

It is very rare for chicken fried steak to be made from a top quality cut of beef. After all, the steak is not being expected to stand entirely on its own, so it is not vital that it be perfect. Additionally, the frying of the steak has a tenderizing effect on the meat, which also permits a slightly lower quality cut of meat to be used. , there is a limit, but chicken fried steak is more forgiving than steak on the grill.

The part that really makes the difference in chicken fried steak is the mix of that are added to the breadcrumbs. These spices are the savor that truly makes the difference in the taste of the steak and makes it distinctive on the palate. By blending just the right combination of flavors, chicken fried steak can come into its own and really shine. But to get the best blend of spices, the best thing anybody can do is experiment. After all, there is only one person who will always be there to judge the results, and that is the person who cooks it. So any cook who wants to master chicken fried steak would be well-served to try a few new things, take a few notes, and figure out just how to make it just right.

No matter how you make chicken fried steak, it is almost always a welcome addition to the menu. Whether for dinner after work, a Sunday brunch, a picnic, or a get-together with friends, chicken fried steak can be a fun addition to the menu. Unusual, yet familiar, it is a meal that is easy to enjoy and always welcome.

Though it has only recently joined the mainstream, chicken fried steak is an increasingly popular meal both at home and when going out to eat. A distinctive blend of different flavors, it is a meal that is starting to receive its proper due as a dish that is well worth the effort. So give chicken fried steak a try and see why it is becoming the new recipe of choice for people who love steak. Everything about steaks http://steaki.com/ from cooking steaks, ordering them by mail, preparing steaks and much more including favorite recipes. ]]> Two Bbq Recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/two-bbq-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/two-bbq-recipes#comments Sun, 14 Jan 2007 06:27:04 +0000 barbecue recipesvenison backstrapgrilled pork chopstspdish washmarjoramups http://www.artwoo.com/article/two-bbq-recipes barbecue recipes. Almost everyone who barbecues food has a few favorite recipes. Here are a couple of fun barbecue recipes to try out. You never know when you'll find a new family favorite!

GRILLED VENISON WITH BACON Prep time: 6 to 7 hours Cooking Time: 20 minutes Serves: 4



Ingredients 2 lbs. (tenderloin) 1 qt. apple cider 1 1/2 lbs. thick sliced bacon 2 12oz. bottles of barbecue sauce

Cut venison into 2 inch chunks and place in a shallow baking dish. Pour enough apple cider into the dish to cover the venison pieces fully. Place the dish in a refrigerator and allow to soak for two hours.

Remove venison from the cider and shake the pieces vigorously to free them of cider. Throw away the cider that is left in the dish. Wash the dish before putting the venison in it again.

Put the venison back in the dish and pour in the barbecue sauce generously -- so that it covers the venison fully. The dish should then be covered and returned to the refrigerator for two to three hours.

Remove the venison from the fridge and let it stand for half an hour in normal room temperature. Next, wrap bacon slices around each chunk of venison. Secure the with toothpicks to make sure that it does not fall off during grilling.

The venison is now ready to be barbecued. Heat the grill and brush some olive oil on the grill grate. Lay the venison packed in bacon on the hot grill. You can expect the bacon to cause flame-, but don't worry. Let it get slightly burnt. It adds to the smoked flavor. Turn the venison a few times to ensure smooth and even cooking, and serve hot.



STUFFED Prep time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes Serves: Four

Ingredients 4 extra-thick rib pork chops, 1" to 1 1/4" thick 3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs Large pinch dried rosemary, crumbled fine Large pinch dried , crumbled fine 1 Tbsp. melted butter 1/2 cup minced sweet onion 1 small clove garlic, minced 1/2 . salt

Slice shallow pockets in the pork with a sharp knife.

Take a deep dish and toss the breadcrumbs, herbs, butter, onion, garlic, and salt. Mix well, then stuff the mixture into the pockets.

Grill the chops. They should be grilled at medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes per side. To ensure even cooking, the chops should be turned several times.

Serve once the chops are nicely browned. Robert Johnson writes for several web magazines, including http://leror.com and http://site-tips.com ]]> Little Big Bird http://www.artwoo.com/article/little-big-bird http://www.artwoo.com/article/little-big-bird#comments Wed, 02 Aug 2006 04:27:43 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/article/little-big-bird A few years ago while sitting on a bench outside my workplace I noticed two birds running around making all kinds of noise. One was much larger than the other was so I assumed that she was the mother trying to feed her young. I couldn't believe that the small bird, a lovely little sparrow, was jumping up an down trying to put food in the mouth of this ungrateful screeching little big bird who did nothing but keep his mouth open and run around as if he wasn't getting enough to eat. The mother was exhausted from all this jumping about. I thought I'd give the mother a break and throw some breadcrumbs out there for them to share. Do you think the 'Baby' bird would feed itself - NO! It still waited for Mom to jump up and put the morsels in its mouth. If this were the real mother of this monster bird, then I would hate to see the father! I've heard of birds laying their eggs in 'foreign' nests but the least they could do is pick a surrogate mother their own size!

Since then I've been reading up on 'brood parasites' - that's what they call these deadbeat mothers who leave it up to other birds to raise their babies. The one most popular in the Americas seems to be the Brown-headed Cowbird which is a pretty big bird in comparison to the sparrow. To help out the sparrow I decided to go into real estate - wild bird real estate that is: bird houses and feeders, plus baths and fountains. This way the sparrow can move in a small holed birdhouse and not worry about a bigger bird coming in and laying its eggs for her to raise. She can bring up her own little sparrows the way nature intended. After working for over 20 years in an office, (the place I witnessed the above) I decided to work at home and sell something I really like. To me there is nothing like the sound of birds chirping in the morning. So after lots of pondering I chose to help them out and provide them with their own home at http://www.birdbathplus.com/ ]]> The Quandary of Eating With a Big Fat Ass http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-quandary-of-eating-with-a-big-fat-ass http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-quandary-of-eating-with-a-big-fat-ass#comments Fri, 14 Nov 2008 16:08:28 +0000 tv food networklean muscle massteaspoon nutmegrestrictive dietshind quarterswhole wheatlife expert http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-quandary-of-eating-with-a-big-fat-ass lean muscle mass and increasing fat in the muscle/fat ratio thing that causes you to burn fewer and few calories -- because muscle burns more calories than fat you can eat more. So if we have more fat then we burn fewer calories doing exactly the same thing as the annoying thin people. Hrmph.

While we do think don't work, we do think that everybody -- even the skinniest of Minnie's have to try to eat in a healthier way. Fruit and vegetables have been proven in all kinds of studies to make a significant impact on diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's. So...yeah. We don't believe in going on all the tormentuous, restrictive, often expensive diets out there; we do believe in making a daily effort to live healthier lives regardless of the size, shape or rubbery-ness of our .

We're saying: Live life. Love yourself. And do the darn best you can with the eating thing. We're not going any further than that and don't push us or Janette will bite back. Speaking of...Janette is an actual, real- in cooking. She had her own cooking show on the for crackers sake. (Clever, huh? Crackers...cooking...get it??!) Okay. She really can cook, look her up, she's a Celebrity Chef! So there. If you want dessert come to our website and go In the Kitchen at Janette's Blog. She posted her newest invention Peanut Butter Makeover Cookies. She's replaced all the fat with a secret ingredient. And there's lots more fiber. Yum. But for now we leave you with one of her favorite recipes to prove that eating your vegetables isn't so hard after all.

Janette's Spinach Baseballs in a Mitt
Ingredients
BASEBALL "GLOVES":
4 whole wheat pocket-less pitas
Vegetable cooking spray
Salt and pepper
teaspoon red pepper flakes

SPINACH "BASEBALLS":
1 cup Italian breadcrumbs

cup grated parmesan
1 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
medium white onion, finely chopped
red pepper, seeded and de-veined and finely chopped,
cup chopped fresh basil
1 Portobello mushroom, stemmed, cleaned and finely chopped
1 pound fresh spinach, steamed and well squeezed and chopped
5 egg whites
2 cups spicy Marinara sauce, such as Classico, heated

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F.

TO MAKE THE BASEBALL "GLOVES":
Using your hand for a model, cut each pita loaf into the shape of a baseball glove, separating each finger. Place each in small oven proof bowl and push down in center to conform to the shape of the bowl. Spray the top of the pita with vegetable spray, sprinkle with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Bake for approximately 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool before removing from bowl.

TO MAKE THE SPINACH "BASEBALLS":
In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, nutmeg, parmesan, salt and pepper. Add the onions, peppers, basil, and Portobello mushroom and toss until well coated. Mix in the well drained spinach and stir until fully incorporated. Mix in the egg whites.

Form into 4 large 'baseball,s' place on nonstick baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.

To serve, place a spinach 'baseball' in each whole wheat mitt. Top with cup marinara sauce and serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings
Per serving
409

Calories
8.5

Total Grams of Fat
1.9 Grams of Saturated Fat
6.8 Grams of FiberLaura Banks and Janette Barber are the bestselling authors of Embracing Your Big Fat Ass (Atria). They write about positive body-image, weight-acceptance, self-esteem with humor. It's time to love your BFA (Big Fat Ass). Janette is a 6 time Emmy-Award winning producer/writer and Laura is a columnist at Tarot.com. Embracing Your Big Fat Ass.]]> How To Make Sure That Your Pc Is Protected Against Attacks http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-make-sure-that-your-pc-is-protected-against-attacks http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-make-sure-that-your-pc-is-protected-against-attacks#comments Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:15:01 +0000 anonymous proxy serverhiding your ip addressanonymous proxy serversmsn messengeraware that thereinternet protocol addresssurf the web anonymously http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-make-sure-that-your-pc-is-protected-against-attacks
If your computer doesn't have certain functions turned off, it can be even worse. For example, unblocking the port of Windows Messenger (not to be confused with ) will get your computer spammed with a thousand little gray boxes that all need to be turned off. Some computers and their TCP/IP stacks support finger and ident, which can reveal your personal information online. Even innocuous web sites that ask you for registration information can have that information intercepted and passed around.

If you're concerned about handing out your personal information on the web, be are ways to . This cuts the trail of breadcrumbs and bits that lead potential identity thieves back to you. The first way to do this is to route through an ; this replaces its IP address for yours, making it harder to track your IP address =96 and with , a lot of the foundation for needless information exchange gets removed.

The primary vendors in are for-pay services; these offer a wider and mostly secure range of products. Most also have a free version for people to try the benefits out; this has a number of benefits to you =96 you get to see what a difference it makes =96 and for them, because they can tell you about the benefits you'd accrue with the paid service. The top vendors are ShadowSurf and Guardster. For both of them, you log in, and enter the URL (web address) you want to go to. Given how internet search engines are willing to sell your search data to federal agencies, and police organizations =96 even foreign governments =96 it's better to be prepared than to rely on the anonymity of the herd. In this vein there is another service called Anonymizer, which is designed specifically to help internet users bypass government mandated censorship and filtering.

An anonymous proxy server won't fully protect you against viruses and malware; it will make it harder for you to get them by browsing the web, and a lot of what they do can also be done by adjusting your router settings and the Network Abstraction Layer. If you're concerned about people knowing what you browse, though, an anonymous proxy server is a definite must. You must also make sure that the proxy server is really an anonymous proxy server. Use proxy servers from countries with high regulatory standards. Use Go To My PC to connect to a remote home or work PC. Go To My PC make your remote PC connections easy and secure. Go to http://www.gotomypcsales.com ]]> An American Family: The Values Of The Prairie http://www.artwoo.com/article/an-american-family-the-values-of-the-prairie http://www.artwoo.com/article/an-american-family-the-values-of-the-prairie#comments Tue, 20 Feb 2007 20:27:04 +0000 cliffordericksonirmaunspeakable joyprofound joynorth dakotaroughrider state http://www.artwoo.com/article/an-american-family-the-values-of-the-prairie Clifford . In fact, I never knew his name until I went to Carpio, ND to pay respects to his family. Clifford B. Erickson died at his home in Carpio on June 26, 2006. My wife works for his daughter, Cindy, and they are close friends as well. They have even been mistaken for sisters.



While I never met Clifford, I did get to know him quite well while I was in Carpio. In fact, I'd say Clifford and I became good friends. A man leaves a trail of breadcrumbs across the prairie of life; visible clues about how he lived and how he died. We call that trail "Family," and in getting to know his family better over the two days prior to his funeral, Clifford I and developed quite a relationship.

I never set foot in until 1997, when I started to travel the "" for my work. I had not been to North Dakota for almost two years, however, and I had missed the places and the people. I have ties to North Dakota, as my mother grew up out west in Marmarth. So when I go out to the prairies, a piece of me feels like I am going home. When my wife and I went to Carpio, we certainly felt like we were home.

We felt like we were with family.

Clifford was 96 when he died, leaving his beloved behind. They were married for 68 years. The two of them raised six wonderful children. The family grew with many sons and daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. When we arrived in Carpio, we found this family in mourning and grief as you would expect, but also with a for a life well lived. The stories and reminisces flowed, too numerous to be mentioned here. These stories told of a good life off the land, not easy, but filled with hard work and endless challenges, but also a life of and love for one another. The result of the lives of Clifford and Irma is a family that has accomplished much... lives that have meaning. This family isn't perfect. No family is, but the stories of Clifford and Irma Erickson and their family is a story about what is right about North Dakota...about America.

Two of these stories tell a lot about why this family flourished. One involves the beginning of the day, and the other involves the end of the day.

The Erickson Farm is located at Donnybrook, just north of the highway. The farmhouse overlooks the Des Lacs Valley, and the view is majestic. Every morning, Irma would look out the window and say, "This is a day that the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it." And having done so, she would begin her day of cheerful hard work as a farmer's wife and mother to her children.



Clifford built a beautiful operation. He was respectful of the land, and worked hard and long to support his family, and he loved his Black Angus cattle! The farming life is hard, but Clifford and Irma managed to raise those six children regardless of challenges that came their way. A comment that came up repeatedly from his family about Clifford was that he always made them feel special; he made each of them feel like they were his favorite. Clifford was a man of few words, but when he spoke, people listened. At the end of every day, he always ended it by speaking words that were dear to him. If the day was happy and productive, or one filled with hardship and problems, Clifford would always close it in thankfulness by reciting the Lord's Prayer.

This foundation of faith and hard work was what brought the family and friends back to Carpio to lay Clifford Erickson to rest. We learn from those that came before us. My hope for Clifford's family, and especially his grandchildren, is that they never forget that Clifford and Irma built their family on a foundation of love and faith, and they demonstrated that love and faith in all of their family traditions. Family traditions are the handiworks that knit the individual members and the succeeding generations into family, and result from the dedication of a father and mother to certain principles and ideals. By holding on to those traditions, and consciously creating traditions of their own, the grandchildren will insure the legacy of Clifford Erickson lives on.



Clifford, you did your work well; you were a good and faithful servant. Thank you for showing us how to be a husband and father. I have been blessed to get to know you. Michael Roby is a business strategist for sales organizations, as well as a noted professional motivational speaker.

Mike was named "2005 Member of the Year" by National Speakers Association -- MN. His website is http://www.michaelroby.com., and he can be reached at mike@michaelroby. ]]> Secret Tips For Better Baking http://www.artwoo.com/article/secret-tips-for-better-baking http://www.artwoo.com/article/secret-tips-for-better-baking#comments Mon, 19 Mar 2007 21:36:01 +0000 wholemeal flourself raising flourbicarbonate of sodaeggscarbon dioxidecakesdark mystery http://www.artwoo.com/article/secret-tips-for-better-baking dark mystery. Take the mystery out of baking today, it really is easy, when you know how.

Baking encompasses the method of making cookies, , puddings and biscuits. The recipes are based on flour and it generally requires the use of an oven.

The ingredients used in baking can be wide and varied, but there are several items that are included in most baking. These include:

Flour Plain white flour -- is a blended wheat flour, used for all general baking. Self-raising flour -- white flour with a raising agent (baking powder) added. -- flour made from the entire grain.

Raising agents Raising agents produce and cause your baking to rise up and be light. is a raising agent which, produces carbon dioxide when mixed with an acid. Baking powder is a mixture of bicarbonate of soda and tartaric acid which produces carbon dioxide when moistened.

Sugar Different recipes call for different types of sugar. Each sugar should be used according to the recipe. Types of sugar include -- super-fine (caster), confectionery (icing), brown sugar, demerara and muscovado.

Eggs for baking include the yolk and the white. Sometimes they are used whole or sometimes they are required to be separated. Eggs are used as a binding agent in baking.

Fats Fats give moisture and/or air to baking. A number of different oils can be used as well as butter, lard, shortening and margarine.

In the basic baking of cookies and cakes there are four main methods. These baking methods include:-

Creaming method This is where the fat and sugar are "creamed together", using an electric mixer. This requires the fat at room temperature. It and the sugar are beaten until smooth and creamy. The eggs are then added and beaten lightly. The flour then folded in. Cakes made by the creaming method tend to keep well due to the amount of fat in the mixture.

Whisking method This is when the eggs and sugar are first whisked together to form a foamy consistency. This technique entraps the air, which, when heated in the oven, expands and raises the cake. The flour is then carefully folded in. These cakes are known as sponge cakes and do not keep as well as creamed cakes.

Rubbing-in method You either like doing this or you don't -- and I don't. Getting the butter and flour under my nails makes me wince. Anyway the rubbing-in method involves having the fat at room temperature and with your finger tips rub it through the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs. This method is used for scones, shortbread, rock cakes and tea breads. It results in a baked item less rich as the fat content is usually less.

Melting method This is the method used to make moist, heavy cookies like flapjacks and cakes like gingerbread. The fat and sugar are heated until all are dissolved, before the addition of the eggs, flour, raising agent and any spices. These cakes keep well due to their high fat and sugar content. Best kept wrapped to maintain their moist texture.

One of the good things about baking, is that you don't need a lot of expensive equipment other than your oven. When using a new oven it often takes a few bakes to get to know what temperature it is really running at.

Other baking equipment that you will need includes:-

Baking sheet (tray) This what you are going to cook your cookie on.

Baking paper (or silicone sheet) I find this an absolute must. It saves on ruining things by sticking and makes cleaning up so much easier. Definitely, get yourself a roll of baking paper.

Baking Tins A pair of sandwich tins are useful. A round tin or two is a must and a bar tin is good for a start. If you start doing lots of baking then you can acquire more shapes and sizes.

Muffin/Cupcake Tray It is a good idea to get a muffin tray. Muffins and cupcakes are a great way to start baking. Use cupcake papers and this will help with washing up.

So there are the basics to baking. No mystery at all really, just a little know how and understanding.

Happy Cooking Francis Chang Find Francis writing about Fortune Cookie Recipes and Gourmet Wedding Cookies at http://www.chinese-fortune-cookie.com ]]> Create A Personal Candida Cook Book And Food Journal http://www.artwoo.com/article/create-a-personal-candida-cook-book-and-food-journal http://www.artwoo.com/article/create-a-personal-candida-cook-book-and-food-journal#comments Wed, 21 Mar 2007 05:40:00 +0000 anti candida dietcandida overgrowthhealthy recipesherbal teasfood productsyeast foodnatural yeast http://www.artwoo.com/article/create-a-personal-candida-cook-book-and-food-journal candida overgrowth. It is important that a candida sufferer takes every necessary precaution to avoid developing a fungal infection (Candidiasis) in their intestinal tract, mouth, skin, and genitals. The best way to control a Candida overgrowth is to follow a specific diet that does not encourage the development of bad gut bacteria or yeast.

However, before a candida cook book is started, you first need to create a food journal and carefully analyze your diet and find out which foods trigger candidasis, and those that done. You can then create an anti-candida diet based on your findings.

There are many foods that can cause an overgrowth in candida such as:

- Sugar in all it's forms (refined, artificial, natural) - Yeast -- bread, pizza dough, breadcrumbs - Refined grains -- foods that are made with white flower (I.E. pasta, bread, cereal - Smoked and cured food products - processed meat, bacon, sausage, etc. - Beverages -- Caffeinated coffee, tea, soda, beer, liquor, wine etc. - Fermented food products -- pickles, vinegar, soy sauce, etc. - Dairy products -- cheeses, cream, cows milk, etc. - Peanut and peanut products - And so on

Knowing what foods are considered safe to eat is just as important as knowing what to eliminate when creating a candida cook book. This is because, you need to know what food you can use to make you can enjoy and are fungal-free. Below is a brief list of foods most candida suffers can eat --

- Herbs and mild spices such as garlic - Fresh vegetables -- onions, carrots, cucumber, etc. - Legumes -- peas, beans, etc. - Dairy - Butter, cottage cheese, yogurt - Eggs and unprocessed, organic meat - Oats such as porridge - Whole grain products -- rice, bread, etc. - Oily fish such as mackerel, salmon, sardines, tuna, etc. - Eggs - Beverages -- water, fresh fruit juice, , fresh vegetable juice, such as pumpkin juice (Note: be careful with vegetable juices, as many of them, especially carrot contain plenty of sugar)

Keep in mind that some of the foods in the above list could aggravate candida symptoms. This is why it is imperative you create your own person food journal to determine what foods are best for you. Once you know what foods you can safely incorporate into your diet, you can begin creating you own candidia cook book by finding recipes that have "safe" ingredients.

Where can you find recipes? You can find recipes in special cooking books for candida in local and online bookstores. You can also find many recipes online by simply searching for the keyword "candida recipe". An example of an excellent online site is Candidadiet. com.

Create a candida cook book

Once you find recipes, you'll need somewhere to put them. You'll find that creating your own cook book is an easy process. The following are the supplies you will need to create your own cook book include:

- 3-hole punched paper to manually record recipes - Binder to store recipes - 3-hole punch so you can print off recipes online and add them to your binder - Pen/ pencil - Dividers so you can divide your cook book into sections.

To keep your cook book organized, it's a good idea to divide it into different recipe sections. You may find this suggestion helpful:

- Appetizers - Salads - Soups - Sauces - Main course - Desserts - Beverages

Finally, don't forget that you can put your own chef abilities to the test and create your own yummy tasting recipes, and add them to your candida cook book as well. By Jane Symms. Sign up for a free newsletter that has proven methods for tackling Candida, Candidiasis and yeast infections head-on. Discover the benefits of starting a candida cook book and food journal at http://www.eliminating-candida.com?source=is and improve your heath today. ]]> Tasting Unique Cuisine on Cruises Around the World http://www.artwoo.com/article/tasting-unique-cuisine-on-cruises-around-the-world http://www.artwoo.com/article/tasting-unique-cuisine-on-cruises-around-the-world#comments Fri, 26 Sep 2008 23:36:31 +0000 sheep herdersscottish haggisraising cattletraditional dishcruises around the worldoutdoor grillsfavorite dish http://www.artwoo.com/article/tasting-unique-cuisine-on-cruises-around-the-world Cruises around the world will give explorers the opportunity to experience some of most delicious cuisine imagined. If you have the palate it could be the experience of a lifetime.

* Argentinean Beef

* Brazilian Empanada

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* Greek Frappe

* Swedish Köttbullar

Argentina Beef

Numerous cruises around the world will take you to Argentina where they have been for over 4 centuries. In that time the Argentineans have succeeded in producing some of the finest beef the world has known. During your visit you simply must find some Asado beef. Asado beef is not only one of the local favorite foods but it is the way it is prepared. The preferred manner of preparing the Asado beef by the locals is by barbecuing it. The beef is prepared in and served with a number of tasty sauces and dips. I don't know if it was the air or the beef but both were absolutely wonderful. It is truly unique by any standards.

Brazilian Empanada

Cruises around the world will typically stop in Brazil and while you are there a must try is a of many visitors; the Empanada. It is chicken, onion, tomato and spices that are wrapped in dough and then deep fried, almost like a Mexican ranchero. The combination of the chicken, vegetables, spices and fried dough was to die for. You can get also get empanadas with shrimp or beef, either way they are a great example of the local flavor.

Scottish Haggis

Your visit to Scotland must include a sampling of their famous traditionally prepared dish: haggis. Cruises around the world will give you access to infamous Scottish haggis. The dish is a mixture of sheep liver, lungs, heart, oatmeal and onions which then are boiled in the belly of the sheep for a number of hours. The result dish is tender, spicy and full of flavor, nicely paired with a Sangiovese, http://www.wineaccess.com/wine/grape/Sangiovese/ --if you can find one in Scotland! This is obviously a created by who couldn't afford to waste any part of the animal. If you can get past the way this traditional dish recipe was prepared you courage will be rewarded with a meal that is quite tasty.

Greece Frappe

In some parts of the world the word frappe is generally associated with a creamy type of milkshake. But cruises around the world that take you to Greece will present you with a different frappe. A Greek frappe is a strong-tasting coffee drink made with instant coffee, sugar, and evaporated milk. Many Greeks who indulge in frappes like to top theirs off with a layer of steamed milk foam. The flavor of frappe is unique with a strong but sweet coffee flavor and the evaporated milk adds a creamy element to the drink. The frappe will be a unique experience as well as an eye-opener.

Swedish Köttbullar

Sweden is a popular stop among cruises around the world and a visit here is not complete until you try Köttbullar. Now don't get edgy Swedish Köttbullar is actually Swedish meatballs but prepared probably a little different then you are used to having elsewhere. The recipe calls for preparing beef, onions, breadcrumbs and pepper. The beef is mixed with the other ingredients and rolled into meatball shapes. Placing the beef in an iron skillet they are cooked thoroughly. The Köttbullar is then topped off with a sauce that has been made with beef broth, butter and beer. You'll find different combinations as well with some using club soda, different kinds of fruits or vegetables. All of them are wonderfully tasting and satisfying to the palate.

During an American Express World Cruise (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wl2B19iOZj4) you'll be given the opportunity to taste some of the most unique cuisines indigenous to the countries you'll be visiting. You will find the dishes as exotic and diverse as the people who prepare them.Sarah Martin is a freelance marketing writer based out of San Diego, CA. She specializes in travel, leisure, and the history of fines wines, such as Sangiovese and Dolcetto. For an amazing rate on an American Express World Cruise please visit http://www.amttravel.com/cruise-lines/.]]> Property Investment In Croatia And Montenegro http://www.artwoo.com/article/property-investment-in-croatia-and-montenegro http://www.artwoo.com/article/property-investment-in-croatia-and-montenegro#comments Wed, 30 Aug 2006 12:27:10 +0000 adriatic coastoffshore sailingcroatiaamalfi coastmontenegrobalearicssimon http://www.artwoo.com/article/property-investment-in-croatia-and-montenegro Balearics, it's not surprising that and are fast becoming the A-listers favourite ports of call, says Nick Shinner, Managing Director of Where on Earth.

Eastern Adriatic

There's nothing like stumbling across hidden treasure to get the wind in your sails. Imagine the French Riviera or the before they were built up and commercialised. Add over 1,200 islands, a stream of stunning historic towns dating back to the Romans, delicious cuisine at seafront restaurants where you don't have to have a bun-fight to moor outside (at the moment), and sailing that offers something for everyone. There you have the eastern Adriatic.

Croatia and Montenegro Property

"Croatia and Montenegro have got it all," says , director of Split-based charter yacht company, Lazy Winch. "It doesn't matter which way the wind blows. There's always something to see or do. There are great short island hops that would suit a young family as well as fantastic for hardened sailors."

Croatia

Croatia's 5,835km coastline -- 1,777km of which stretches along the mainland - has always been popular with the yachting fraternity. "From a navigational perspective, the offers mostly deep water, even 5-6 metres away from the islands, so it's easier to anchor near your destination. And you don't have to worry about hitting shifting sand banks either," Simon advises. "Another advantage is that there's no major commercial shipping along this stretch, so the water is cleaner and it makes sailing safer."

For the past decade, Croatia has been busy modernising its marina facilities, so infrastructure tends to be good. You can tie your boat for around £45 per night, which more than beats the £100-£150 charged by the marinas at Palma, Ibiza or Mahon. The upmarket Croatian islands of Hvar and Brac in particular have become magnets for the moneyed, as has the stunning bay of Kotor in Montenegro, which is also courting favour with yachtees who just can't help falling in love with Europe's most southerly fjord.

Montenegro

"The sailing potential in Montenegro is excellent,." says Caroline Hollingworth, Managing Director of UK-based property consultancy, Hollingworth and Taylor. "There are 117 beaches and coves to explore, caves, islands, a stunning fjord, and a host of historic town, but the current infrastructure in Montenegro has a long way to go before it matches what's on offer in Croatia, basically because it lacks marina. This is excellent news for investors looking for great commercial development opportunities."

Indeed, the Montenegrin government have exciting plans under way for new marinas in Budva, Bar, and Tivat - where they hope to build the largest marina on the Adriatic -- among many other much needed marinas along its stunning 294km coastline.

"Within our Tourist Masterplan, the government's aim is to rival the Balearics and the French Riviera for holidaymakers, and create upmarket tourism," says Dragoljub Markovic, MD at Morsko Dobro, the government agency in charge of ensuring the coast is preserved from over-development. "There's some way to go, but we're getting there."

As a result of Montenegro's burgeoning infrastructure, its increasing popularity as a tourist destination, pending EU accession expected by 2010, and successful adoption of the euro currency in 2002, these factors have created an excellent climate for investors, especially for sailors looking for an exclusive waterside property with its own boat mooring or private beach.

Property Prices

"Property prices have been rising on average at over 20% for the past 3 years and well over 50% in the hotspots," says Nick Shinner, MD of property consultancy ,Where on Earth.

Emerging Property Markets

Croatia, and Montenegro in particular, are still emerging markets, so you can get your millionaire's pad at a fraction of the price you'd pay in more obvious locations, like the South of France, yet still have the benefits of a Mediterranean lifestyle. "If you're happy to do some renovation work, you can find yourself a seafront property with its own boat mooring from €150,000, or your own plot of land with a beach from around €100 per square metre," says Dragovic of Hollingworth and Taylor. "Now is the time to buy, before Montenegro or Croatia join the EU and prices go through the roof."

So while your boat could be depreciating in value, albeit in one of the most beautiful places in Europe, you can offset it with an appreciating asset on dry land. Don't expect to find a mass of theme parks, high rises, easy parking or food that forgets to disguise its origins with breadcrumbs. Culture, history, delicious cuisine, fantastic sailing, and some of the world's most stunning landscapes are what makes Croatia and Montenegro such exciting destinations. Go now while it still feels like you've just uncovered hidden treasure. Where on Earth can recommend where to invest based on your personal circumstances, call +44 (0)8456 343 151 or visit http://www.whereonearth.biz. ]]> The Door To Andalucia http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-door-to-andalucia http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-door-to-andalucia#comments Fri, 25 Jan 2008 09:15:00 +0000 sierra morenadramatic panoramacommon expressionssmooth plainssanta elenabeautiful landscapesplace of history http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-door-to-andalucia
Its history is ingraved in its landscape, and is well illustrated in books and stories, in , and also physically in the many archeological sites, paintings and sculptures found here. These, and the richness of nature in its rugged and hard terrains makes it a deserving subject for conservation. This natural and historical wealth is a heritage for the future. The Natural Park, with an area of 6.000 hectares, situated in the , is one of the most spectacularly that exist in Andalusia. For the hiker or tourist entering the park after the of the central peninsual, the sudden of the mountains and narrow passes is breathtaking. On the other hand, the hiker leaving the park finds that in the space of only a few kilometers these forceful montains are now behind him, and that suddenly a gentle, easy Castilian landscape lies ahead.

The area is is the pass between Andalusia and the rest of the peninsula. In few places is your entry and departure so well defined. A , a place full of rocky cliffs and crags, a frontier, and more, the list could go on forever with the ideals this place cojures up in the imagination. However, it is necessary to travel here to appreciate the range of images that can be seen in the changing vista from the highway.

In this area, the town of can be found, a place which the visitor really should visit. Although this is inside a natural park of great ecological value, it has also been for centuries an axis of meeting points between Andalusia and Castilla-La Mancha. A strong sense of its special omportance is expressed in the history of this place.

The national park was formed by a large fracture in the surface of the earth where the slow erosion of the river has formed the great narrow passes through the slate of the Sierra and has broken up the uniformity of the Sierras, through which, in its course, leasds the Valley of the Guadalquivir.

Their position in the northern border of Andalucia, gives these mountains considerable rainfall. The combination of the natural form of the rocks and the rainswater endows this land with its vitality and vigor. With heights of more than 1.000 metres and because of he geological break between the Meseta and the valley of the Guadalquivir, a natural bioversity exists.

Any tourist will be more than rewarded by a visit there and will be able to observe in these forests the blend of holm oak, cork, gall oak, and pine, to mention only a few species among the natural wealth of this mountain range. Below the trees, is an undergrowth of mediterranean origin, with plants such as madrona bushes, mastic bushes, and myrtle. The wildlife living here include the wolf, the lynx, the deer, the wild boar and the marten, to name just a few. They have evolved here in perfect equilibrium in a rich diversity of species in spite of the proximity of human civilization. The skies, too, are worth more than a mere glance, as here you can observe such birds as the lion vulture, and the beautiful imperial eagle.

Access to the park is principally via the Motorway of Andalusia which leads te Santa Elena, from where your route can be decided. You can travel through some of the narrow passes of the River or by going on foot across the Arroyo del Rey (The King's Stream) or, perhaps, taking the road to the Aldea de Miranda del Rey (Village of Miranda del Rey).

Inside the park and just after crossing the pass in the north, is the zone of the Correderas. From here, the road going in the direction of Aldeaquemada leads to the interior of the sierras. On entering this area of natural beauty one should perhaps be prepared to pause and absorb at leisure the geological formations that nature has created. Deep ravines, stark, vertical faces and diverse eroded forms shape the landscape.

Speaking of areas of natural beauty, we must not forget that there are also those who consider this area to be a real hunter's paradise as well. For a long time this has been a major hunting ground where hunting practices have had an almost ritual fulfillment, Santa Elena and La Carolina being central to the practice.

Few natural places of this size can offer the tourist so much. Wildlife, hunting, spectacular views, as well as its own special historical features. Near Santa Elena is one of the jewels of Iberian archeology, the Collado de los Jardines (Collado of the Gardens). In the middle of the Sierras is one of the most interesting Iberian sancturies known, and nearby, an archeological site, The Cave of the Dolis with its valuable cave paintings.

Another place of interest to visit, though not within the park's borders, is the Paraje Natural (Natural Place) known for la Cascada de la Cimbarra (The Waterfall of the Cimbarra). It can be reached via the Motorway of Andalusia via Aldeaquemada or from Santa Elena which also leads to Aldeaquemada.

In mid sierra, due to the erosion of the strong hard slate, the River Guadalquivir appears to be completely enclosed, creating mighty cliffs, from where various waterfalls originate, the most spectacular being La Cimbarra. The combination of natural factors here make it a place to mark on the map as a must. The delicious meat of the mountain is also a rare delicacy due te the difficulty of the terrain. Meat, such as small game, with fried breadcrumbs, sausages, and delicate wild mushrooms, are authentic dishes which tempt the palate with their delicious flavours and aromas.

This area has become, over the centuries, through the richness of its wildlife and natural beauty, a unique place on the map of Andalusia and the Iberian peninsula as a whole. With more than 20 years of experience in the travel industry Rudi van der Zalm is the founder of one of Europe's most popular websites for rural holiday accommodation rural Spain. A wide selection of country houses and lodgings can be found at http://www.rural-tour.com ]]>