kalamata olives http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for kalamata olives Copyright 2008 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:05:40 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/kalamata+olives Go Meditarrenean With Greek Salad http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-meditarrenean-with-greek-salad http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-meditarrenean-with-greek-salad#comments Sun, 11 Feb 2007 04:27:02 +0000 sun dried tomatoesgreek salad recipekalamata olivesred onionroma tomatoesvirgin olive oilextra virgin olive oil http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-meditarrenean-with-greek-salad Greek salad recipes.

GREEK SALAD RECIPE

3 tablespoons extra 1 tablespoons lemon juice 1 clove garlic: minced (crushed) teaspoon dried oregano teaspoon sea salt teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and extra for garnish 3 tomatoes: cut into wedges : sliced into rings cucumber: sliced into thick half-moons green pepper (capsicum): julienned 4 oz (120g) feta cheese: cut into small cubes 16

PLACE the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano in a small jar with a screw-top lid and shake to combine. PLACE the salad ingredients in a large bowl. POUR the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine just before serving. Garnish with a little freshly ground black pepper.

MEDITERRANEAN GREEK SALAD

INGREDIENTS

3 cucumbers, seeded and sliced 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese 1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced 3 cups diced 1/3 cup diced oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained, oil reserved 1/2 red onion, sliced

DIRECTIONS

1.In a large salad bowl, toss together the cucumbers, feta cheese, olives, roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons reserved sun-dried tomato oil, and red onion. Chill until serving.

GREEK SALAD

3 vine ripe tomatoes, cut into chunks 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 European seedless cucumber, cut into bite-size chunks 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chunked 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chunked 1 cubanelle pepper, seeded and chunked 1 cup Kalamata black olives Several sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley, about 1/2 cup 2 (1/4 pound) slices imported Greek feta 1/4 cup (a couple of glugs) extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons (3 splashes) red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed in palm of your hand Coarse salt and black pepper Pita breads

Combine vegetables, olives, and parsley in a large bowl. Rest sliced feta on the top of salad. Combine oil, vinegar, and oregano in a small plastic container with a lid. Shake vigorously to combine oil and vinegar and pour over salad and cheese.

Season with salt and pepper and let the salad marinate until ready to serve. Serve salad with pita bread blistered and warmed on a hot griddle or grill pan.

Natasha's Greek Salad

1 bunch leaf lettuce 2 cucumbers 4 large tomatoes 1 small yellow onion

Garnish:

Greek black olives feta cheese

Dressing:

1 part red wine vinegar 1 part olive oil crushed garlic salt and pepper to taste 2 pinches sugar

Chop lettuce and onion finely. Chop tomatoes and cucumbers coarsely (about 1/2). Combine and garnish to taste. One of the simplest items we prepare, this salad draws many compliments. Use real Greek olives packed in brine. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Go Meditarrenean With Greek Salad http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-meditarrenean-with-greek-salad http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-meditarrenean-with-greek-salad#comments Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:59:57 +0000 greek salad recipesgreek salad recipered wine vinegarfreshly ground black peppervine ripe tomatoeskalamata olivesteaspoon sea salt http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-meditarrenean-with-greek-salad s.

GREEK SALAD RECIPE

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1=BD tablespoons lemon juice 1 clove garlic: minced (crushed) =BD teaspoon dried oregano =BC =BC teaspoon , and extra for garnish 3 tomatoes: cut into wedges =BC red onion: sliced into rings =BD cucumber: sliced into thick half-moons =BD green pepper (capsicum): julienned 4 oz (120g) feta cheese: cut into small cubes 16

PLACE the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano in a small jar with a screw-top lid and shake to combine. PLACE the salad ingredients in a large bowl. POUR the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine just before serving. Garnish with a little freshly ground black pepper.

MEDITERRANEAN GREEK SALAD

INGREDIENTS

3 cucumbers, seeded and sliced 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese 1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced 3 cups diced roma tomatoes 1/3 cup diced oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained, oil reserved 1/2 red onion, sliced

DIRECTIONS

1.In a large salad bowl, toss together the cucumbers, feta cheese, olives, roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons reserved sun-dried tomato oil, and red onion. Chill until serving.

GREEK SALAD

3 , cut into chunks 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 European seedless cucumber, cut into bite-size chunks 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chunked 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chunked 1 cubanelle pepper, seeded and chunked 1 cup Kalamata black olives Several sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley, about 1/2 cup 2 (1/4 pound) slices imported Greek feta 1/4 cup (a couple of glugs) extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons (3 splashes) 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed in palm of your hand Coarse salt and black pepper Pita breads

Combine vegetables, olives, and parsley in a large bowl. Rest sliced feta on the top of salad. Combine oil, vinegar, and oregano in a small plastic container with a lid. Shake vigorously to combine oil and vinegar and pour over salad and cheese.

Season with salt and pepper and let the salad marinate until ready to serve. Serve salad with pita bread blistered and warmed on a hot griddle or grill pan.

Natasha's Greek Salad

1 bunch leaf lettuce 2 cucumbers 4 large tomatoes 1 small yellow onion

Garnish:

Greek black olives feta cheese

Dressing:

1 part red wine vinegar 1 part olive oil crushed garlic salt and pepper to taste 2 pinches sugar

Chop lettuce and onion finely. Chop tomatoes and cucumbers coarsely (about 1/2). Combine and garnish to taste. One of the simplest items we prepare, this salad draws many compliments. Use real Greek olives packed in brine. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> What Is Organic And Fairtrade Olive Oil? http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-organic-and-fairtrade-olive-oil http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-organic-and-fairtrade-olive-oil#comments Mon, 05 Feb 2007 16:27:03 +0000 organic olive oilfairtrade markpalestinian economyoliveschild labouragricultural economyorganic oil http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-organic-and-fairtrade-olive-oil organic oil can provide the maximum taste with the minimum use of pesticides and chemicals in its production. Organic are used in the production and many people say that the taste is superior to non . Olives are typically grown in the Mediterranean, with its hot dry summers and cool winters it is the ideal habitat of the olive tree. Olive oil is the oil obtained from the fruit of the olive tree in a mechanical manner. The liquid is pressed out of the olives. Organic olive oils are often picked and crushed by large stone rollers without the use of any mechanical machinery or unnatural processes. Expensive virgin oil is sometimes labelled in a way that you can trace exactly where the oil has come from. The bottle and tin can be numbered and this enables the buyer to identify from which trees the olive oil of each individual container came from.

As well as organic oil, fairtrade oil is increasingly available. The Fairtrade principal involves democratic organisation where producers have maximum control over their land and are often formed into co-operatives. Trade Unions are allowed, no is used in the production and a decent wage is paid to the workers that pick the olives and produce the oil. The means that a social premium is paid on the product which doesnt go to the individuals, it goes to the organisation or communities for development projects such as health, education and sanitation.

One producer of Fairtrade Organic Olive Oil is Zaytoun

Zaytoun is the UKs first volunteer non-profit project to import fair trade palestinian organic olive oil to the UK.

The oil is imported from farmers worse hit by the current political crisis in Palestine.

The , which is one of the major arteries of the , has been significantly damaged due to the continuing conflict with Isreal.

65% of Palestinian families live in rural areas and are connected to agriculture in some form.

Rural livelihoods have been desimated through the confiscation of land, uprooting of trees, controlling of water sources, denying access to land and the lack of access to markets in Isreal and abroad.

Zaytoun attempts to seek a practical means of assisting the Palestinian People by providing consumers with something we use at least once a week, cooking oil!

Did you know that you can also buy olive based beauty care products such as soap? Olives have long since been known to hold the secret of youthful vitality. Find Zaytoun oil in the Fairtrade and Organic directory http://www.guidemegreen.com and the Ethical Directory http://www.getethical.com Find eco and food and drink articles at http://www.articles.guidemegreen.com/ ]]> The 'cape Olive Route' http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-cape-olive-route http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-cape-olive-route#comments Sat, 24 Mar 2007 03:35:58 +0000 french huguenotsgrown oliveswine routewine farmsouth africacape townaim http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-cape-olive-route Cape Town was all about wine and wine only, here's a well-kept secret -- the Cape Olive Route! Yes, the Cape produces many of the world's finest wines, and has a rich heritage of viticulture dating back to the ' arrival in . And yes, olives are a new-comer to the area, having only been introduced here 80 years ago. But with the change in South Africans' diet including the increasing popularity of Mediterranean foods, fuelled by television's international celebrity chef programmes and the mushrooming of delicatessens all over South Africa, the demand for locally and their by-products has soared.

To date there is not an official Cape Olive Route, but with delightfully appointed farms dotted all around the Western Cape we've taken the liberty of drawing up our own itinerary -- a culinary meander if you like, for olive-lovers who live in or are visiting Cape Town.

Stellenbosch is a good place to begin your excursion. This historic town is home to the Universtity of Stellenbosch and is brim-full of students during the term time, lending it a lively air. Plenty of good pubs are to be found here, while culture vultures can enjoy visiting galleries. But the main of this trip is to find olives, so before you get stuck in 'Stellies', head for the Eikendal Vineyards - your your first olive stop. Next drive across to Saxenberg near Kuils River, then back to Somerset West where the famous Morgenster Estate, specialising in olives and related products, is situated. These three establishments can be woven in to a trip around the , and really, there can be few combinations to delight a foodie's heart more than fruit of the vine and fruit of the grove...

If you want to make a day of it, try the following route: Head off to Riebeek Kasteel and visit the Olive Boutique in the town and the Kloovenburg Estate -- home of one of the top 15 olive oils in the world. Their selection of olive-based products will amaze you! The town itself is delightfully bohemian with a winning blend of artists, eccentrics and excellent chefs calling this village home. The vineyards grow between the houses and the church and pub co-habit side by side quite comfortably. At a mere one hours drive out of Cape Town this makes a good day trip.

To become completely steeped in the atmosphere of a Cape olive farm, however, you can stay at the Wild Olive Farm between Tulbagh and Ceres. This working wine and olive farm has delightful self catering accommodation in a sprinkling of charming cottages, as well as a lovely camping site. Not only will you enjoy seeing the olive groves being farmed and harvested, you can also fish, swim and canoe on any of the three dams. The views of vines and mountains are exquisite.

If you love olives but don't want to venture too far out of town, Melissa's Food Shop is a great deli with branches all over Cape Town. The Olive Station in Muizenberg serves Lebanese dishes and sells olives and olive produce on site.

Lastly, here are four more fabulous olive establishments you may wish to add to your own version of the Cape Olive Route!

• Drakenstein Olives, Paarl (on De Hoop Farm) • Hildebrand Estate, Wellington • The Cape Olive Trust (at the foot of the Drakenstein Mountains) • Blackpear Olives, Paarl Nicole Martin's passion is writing. She writes for various travel websites. For more of her articles visit http://www.bookcapetown.com/car-rental/index.html car hire South Africa and http://www.bookcapetown.com/accommodation/index.html Cape Townportal. ]]> Your Metabolism And The Mediterranean Diet http://www.artwoo.com/article/your-metabolism-and-the-mediterranean-diet http://www.artwoo.com/article/your-metabolism-and-the-mediterranean-diet#comments Mon, 04 Dec 2006 12:27:27 +0000 mediterranean dietsvirgin olive oilmediterranean dietextra virgin olive oilmediterranean foodedietsturkish recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/your-metabolism-and-the-mediterranean-diet s offer low carb, low fat alternatives to traditional American diet foods, they are increasing in popularity. You may decide to steer your own eating habits into a better course, especially if you or one of your loved ones suffers from high cholesterol. The delicious Greek and that are accessible online with this particular diet plan make it simpler than ever before to sign up.

Furthermore, Mediterranean diets are based on everyday ingredients that are combined in many different tasty and titillating ways. In fact, a lot of people prefer to spice up the recipes by using extra . The fruity and yet nutty taste of this olive oil gives a light and flavorful touch to just about any lunch or dinner meal. With this in mind, the really good news that that the dishes prepared for Mediterranean diets often rely on using . Another super factor about is that it is truly simple to prepare. For example, a Greek salad consists of a few basic ingredients that can be found at any local grocery store. Pick up some ripe cherry tomatoes, fresh lettuce, kalamata olives and add a touch of balsamic vinaigrette toped with feta cheese. Reading about this salad makes a lot of folks want to bolt for the kitchen and get started.

The latest research has found that an individual's diet can have a determining role their potential to suffer from heart disease. To take proper care of your heart, you should eat properly prior to any difficulties arising and exercise preventative dietary measures. Because it is so healthy and delicious, I encourage all of my friends and loved ones to eat in Mediterranean manner to eat light. As we all well know, an excess of thick butter sauces and fatty foods will eventually slow you down and clog your arteries.

If you go online and visit .com you can find the Mediterranean diet plan along with quite a few others. These weight loss plans will assist those people that want to lose weight as well as folks that simply desire to eat better foods for increased health. The harsh reality is that 80% of the American population is considered to be overweight and at a high risk for diseases that are weight related. Such statistics are certainly contributing to the clamor towards so many diet plans.

The greatest part of the Mediterranean diet is that it boosts your metabolism and does not deprive you of the foods you enjoy. In fact, the vast popularity of the Mediterranean diet is because you can eat a wide variety of foods often during the day. It is a sensible diet because unlike the Atkins diet, this weight management plan does not require you to eliminate any particular foods and assists you in boosting your metabolism. Ryan Cote is the owner of http://WeightLoss-Programs-Reviewed.com, a website that reviews the top 5 best weight loss programs. Health andamp; fitness articles and tips also available. http://www.Weightloss-Programs-Reviewed.com ]]> Cuisine Inspired By The Culture Of Mexico http://www.artwoo.com/article/cuisine-inspired-by-the-culture-of-mexico http://www.artwoo.com/article/cuisine-inspired-by-the-culture-of-mexico#comments Thu, 12 Oct 2006 12:27:02 +0000 monterey jack cheeseblack oliveslow fatsalsamexicobaked tortilla chipsreminiscent http://www.artwoo.com/article/cuisine-inspired-by-the-culture-of-mexico Mexico-inspired fare has been enjoyed by people around the globe for centuries. But if you've worried that you're just not a good-enough cook to put together a dish of warm, tropical Mexico, fear not. Below are some quick dishes that anyone can put together. Your guests (or family feasters) will definitely say, "Ole!" when they taste these tidbits.

Quick Enchiladas

What shouts "Mexico" more than a good enchilada? You can make some very quickly with this fast recipe. Though it's not exactly what you'd find in Mexico City, it'll sate the appetites of your ninos and ninas.

Ingredients: broiled or grilled chicken (you can even get this pre-made and pre-cooked; all you have to do is warm it up!); shredded lettuce; diced tomatoes; diced onions; sour cream; low fat ; sliced ; sliced green olives; (mild, medium, or spicy); and numerous 10" or 12" flour burritos.

Directions: Assemble your burritos by laying down a flour burrito, spreading the sour cream in the middle of it, then layering all the other items except for the cheese and salsa. Wrap it up and put it on a baking sheet. Continue making enchiladas until all burritos have been used. Then, sprinkle salsa and cheese on top of the enchiladas. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes to melt the cheese and warm them up. Enjoy!

Mexico-inspired bean dip

This bean dip is quick to assemble and tastes amazing. Serve it warm and watch it disappear.

Ingredients: one can of low fat refried beans; one small container of low fat sour cream; one 8 ounce package of Monterey jack cheese; one small jar of sliced black olives; one jar of salsa (your favorite); and low fat .

Directions: In a casserole dish, layer the items as follows: beans, half the container of cheese, both jars of olives, sour cream, rest of cheese, and salsa. Then, warm up the casserole for about 15 minutes (or until the cheese is melted) in a 350 degree oven. Serve with chips.

Homemade Tortilla Chips

Ever gotten fed up with your tasteless tortilla chips? Try these homemade versions on for size! You won't have to travel to Mexico -- you can get them in your own kitchen. And the folks who get to enjoy them will be happy to call you a talented senora, senora, or senorita.

Ingredients -- one package of 12" flour burritos; olive oil; Mexico spices (often, major spice makers will offer a blend of Mexico-inspired flavors); low fat sour cream; low fat (or homemade) guacamole; and salsa (your choice).

Directions: Using a pizza cutter, slice the burritos into quarters (thus, there will be four small "triangles" for each 12" burrito). Lay them out on a baking sheet (make sure they don't overlap). Brush each triangle with olive oil, then lightly sprinkle with Mexico-inspired spices. Bake at 350 degrees for about 12-15 minutes until just browned. Serve warm with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. Robert Michael is a writer for Mg Mexico which is an excellent place to find mexico links, resources and articles. For more information go to: http://www.mgmexico.com ]]> Go Heathy With These Fantastic Tuna Salad Recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-heathy-with-these-fantastic-tuna-salad-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-heathy-with-these-fantastic-tuna-salad-recipes#comments Mon, 12 Feb 2007 04:27:03 +0000 tuna salad recipetuna salad sandwichworcestershire saucevigorouslyblack oliveshoneydew melonteaspoon http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-heathy-with-these-fantastic-tuna-salad-recipes
Gourmet Tuna Salad

1 (12-ounce) can tuna, drained 2 chopped green onions 1 stalk celery, diced 1/4 cup stuffed green olives, chopped 2 tablespoons capers, diced 1/4 cup slivered almonds 1/4 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream

1.In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, green onions, celery, green olives, capers and almonds.

2.In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream and the Worcestershire sauce. Blend together dressing and tuna mixture.

3.Serve on bed of lettuce or your choice of fresh bread as a .



INGREDIENTS:

2 large tomatoes, cut in quarters 1 red bell pepper, cut in matchstick strips 1 green bell pepper, cut in matchstick strips 1 small onion, sliced in rings 1 can (6 1/2 or 7 ounces) tuna in vegetable oil 4 teaspoons olive oil 2 teaspoons wine vinegar 1/2 small clove garlic, finely minced 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard 12 pitted , chopped

PREPARATION:

Arrange tomato quarters on a salad serving platter; place pepper strips and onion rings in center. Drain oil from tuna into a small jar; flake tuna and arrange in center of platter. Make salad dressing: add olive oil, wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, pepper and dry mustard to tuna oil in jar.

Seal tightly and shake to blend. Sprinkle over tuna salad platter. Sprinkle chopped olives over the salad. Tuna salad serves 3 to 4.

TUNA SALAD WITH MELON RINGS

INGREDIENTS:

1 large lettuce 2 cans (7 ounces each) tuna, drained 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup chopped celery 1/4 teaspoon dried leaf thyme, crumbled 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

PREPARATION:

Peel honeydew melon; cut into circles about one inch thick. Remove seeds and place on beds of lettuce. Mix tuna, mayonnaise, and celery, thyme and pepper. Spoon into centers of honeydew circles. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley. Tuna salad recipe serves 6.

CRUNCHY TUNA SALAD WITH GREEN BEANS

INGREDIENTS:

2 packages (10 ounces each, or 3 cups total) frozen cut green beans 2 cans (7 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked 2 cups thinly sliced celery 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 2 cups chow mein noodles salad greens

PREPARATION:

Directions:

Cook green beans according to package directions; drain and let cool. Combine cooled green beans, tuna, celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic powder; toss to mix well.

Chill salad thoroughly. Just before serving tuna salad, stir in chow mein noodles. Serve tuna salad on salad greens. Tuna salad serves four to six. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Go Heathy With These Fantastic Tuna Salad Recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-heathy-with-these-fantastic-tuna-salad-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-heathy-with-these-fantastic-tuna-salad-recipes#comments Tue, 08 Apr 2008 21:19:57 +0000 tuna salad recipetuna salad sandwichteaspoon worcestershire saucetuna mixtureclove garlicteaspoon pepperleaf thyme http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-heathy-with-these-fantastic-tuna-salad-recipes
Gourmet Tuna Salad

1 (12-ounce) can tuna, drained 2 chopped green onions 1 stalk celery, diced 1/4 cup stuffed green olives, chopped 2 tablespoons capers, diced 1/4 cup slivered almonds 1/4 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream

1.In a mixing bowl, combine tuna, green onions, celery, green olives, capers and almonds.

2.In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream and the Worcestershire sauce. Blend together dressing and .

3.Serve on bed of lettuce or your choice of fresh bread as a .



INGREDIENTS:

2 large tomatoes, cut in quarters 1 red bell pepper, cut in matchstick strips 1 green bell pepper, cut in matchstick strips 1 small onion, sliced in rings 1 can (6 1/2 or 7 ounces) tuna in vegetable oil 4 teaspoons olive oil 2 teaspoons wine vinegar 1/2 small , finely minced 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard 12 pitted black olives, chopped

PREPARATION:

Arrange tomato quarters on a salad serving platter; place pepper strips and onion rings in center. Drain oil from tuna into a small jar; flake tuna and arrange in center of platter. Make salad dressing: add olive oil, wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, pepper and dry mustard to tuna oil in jar.

Seal tightly and shake vigorously to blend. Sprinkle over tuna salad platter. Sprinkle chopped olives over the salad. Tuna salad serves 3 to 4.

TUNA SALAD WITH MELON RINGS

INGREDIENTS:

1 large honeydew melon lettuce 2 cans (7 ounces each) tuna, drained 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup chopped celery 1/4 teaspoon dried , crumbled 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

PREPARATION:

Peel honeydew melon; cut into circles about one inch thick. Remove seeds and place on beds of lettuce. Mix tuna, mayonnaise, and celery, thyme and pepper. Spoon into centers of honeydew circles. If desired, garnish with fresh parsley. Tuna salad recipe serves 6.

CRUNCHY TUNA SALAD WITH GREEN BEANS

INGREDIENTS:

2 packages (10 ounces each, or 3 cups total) frozen cut green beans 2 cans (7 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked 2 cups thinly sliced celery 1 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 2 cups chow mein noodles salad greens

PREPARATION:

Directions:

Cook green beans according to package directions; drain and let cool. Combine cooled green beans, tuna, celery, mayonnaise, lemon juice, soy sauce, and garlic powder; toss to mix well.

Chill salad thoroughly. Just before serving tuna salad, stir in chow mein noodles. Serve tuna salad on salad greens. Tuna salad serves four to six. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Frito Pie Recipe: Funtabulous Frito Pie http://www.artwoo.com/article/frito-pie-recipe-funtabulous-frito-pie http://www.artwoo.com/article/frito-pie-recipe-funtabulous-frito-pie#comments Tue, 16 Oct 2007 15:25:00 +0000 tamale pie recipetortilla chipscorn chipstaco piecheddar cheesetaco seasoning mixpie crust http://www.artwoo.com/article/frito-pie-recipe-funtabulous-frito-pie corn chips.

1 (15oz.) can chili, no beans 1 (15 oz.) can chili with beans 3/4 cup water 2/3 cup of corn chips 1 cup onion, chopped 3/4 pound , grated 1 (8 oz.) carton sour cream (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Spray a 1 1/2-quart or 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.

In a saucepan, combine both cans of chili with water; heat to boiling; stirring occasionally.

Layer 1/2 of the corn chips in the bottom of the casserole dish. Layer on half of the chili mixture. Sprinkle on a 1/2 cup of the onion and half of the grated cheese. Repeat the layers, ending with the cheese.

Bake 25 minutes, or until completely heated. Garnish with scoops of sour cream.



=> Recipe: Tasty Taco Pie

This recipe has an easy-to-make using crescent rolls. You'll enjoy this taco pie recipe featuring ground beef, taco seasoning, cheese, sour cream and . Ole!

1 (8 oz.) package refrigerated crescent rolls 1 pound ground beef 1 (1 oz.) package 1 (16 oz.) container sour cream 8 oz. Mexican style cheese blend, shredded 1 (14.5 oz.) package tortilla chips, crushed

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Layer the crescent dough out flat on the bottom of a square cake pan and bake according to package directions.

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium high heat. Add the taco seasoning; stir well. When the dough is cooked, remove it from the oven and spoon the meat mixture on top. Layer with sour cream and cheese. Top with crushed tortilla chips.

Return to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

Garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, black olives and guacamole.



=> Meat Pie Recipe:

This is one hot tamale of a pie. It goes well with a nice green salad.

1 1/2 pound ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cups stewed tomatoes 1 small can tomato sauce 2 cups whole kernel corn 1 cup sliced black olives 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon chili powder 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup green pepper, chopped

Topping

1 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup cornmeal 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon salt 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup cheese, shredded

Directions

In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onion. Add in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, olives, green pepper and seasonings. Cook for 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Pour into a well-greased 8x12-inch baking dish.

Prepare Topping: In a bowl, combine the milk, cornmeal, butter and salt; cook until mixture is nice and thick. Add in the eggs and cheese; mix well. Pour over meat mixture.

Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, or until top is golden brown. Mmmm . . . where can you find that yummy recipe? Milkshakes, Smoothies, Brownies, Chili, Casseroles and more! http://www.-best-free-cooking-recipes.com ]]> Egg Salad Surprises http://www.artwoo.com/article/egg-salad-surprises http://www.artwoo.com/article/egg-salad-surprises#comments Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:27:04 +0000 hard boiled eggstomato wedgesegg saladprepared mustardlemon pepper seasoning1 teaspoontsp http://www.artwoo.com/article/egg-salad-surprises Egg salad recipes are probably one of the easiest salads to make. Not only can it be served as is, but it can also be used as a sandwich filling.

Below you will find recipes compiled from different sources. You may want to try one or two at home. Don't worry if you don't get to finish them, these salads can still make it to tomorrows sandwich. Now, enough said. Gab your things and let's start whisking.

CHUNKY EGG SALAD serves 4

1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 Tablespoon cider vinegar salt 1/4 cup minced onion 1/2 teaspoon Worchestershire sauce or 1 teaspoon of 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 6 hard-cooked eggs 1 cup thin sliced celery 2 Tablespoons minced green pepper or red or green hamburger relish sliced tomatoes or whole tomato parsley for garnish

In a medium bowl, stir mayonnaise and next five ingredients until well mixed. Cut eggs into chunks or dice, as you prefer. Add eggs, celery, add green pepper or relish to mayonnaise mixture. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate till well chilled.

To Serve: Spoon mixture on tomato slices or into whole tomato. If using whole tomato, either cut off top and spoon out some of the middle, set on shredded lettuce and loosely fill with egg salad, or cut tomato into 8 wedges but do not cut all the way down, so that the will stay connected.

Garden Egg Salad Bowl Makes 4 servings

6 tbsp. mayonnaise 1 . prepared mustard 1/4 tsp. 1/8 tsp. salt 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed 1/2 cup thinly sliced cauliflower 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup diced celery 1/2 cup quartered and sliced zucchini 2 tsp. dried chives 3 , coarsely chopped Spinach leaves Paprika 4 oz. cut julienne Swiss cheese Tomato wedges Pimiento-stuffed olives

In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon-pepper seasoning and salt. Stir in peas, cauliflower, mushrooms, celery, zucchini and chives. Gently stir in eggs.

Line salad bowls with spinach. Spoon in egg salad. Sprinkle with paprika. Garnish with Swiss cheese, tomato and olives.

Note: If desired, egg salad can be spooned into a tomato cup and placed on a bed of spinach. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Egg Salad Surprises http://www.artwoo.com/article/egg-salad-surprises http://www.artwoo.com/article/egg-salad-surprises#comments Thu, 17 Apr 2008 21:40:04 +0000 lemon pepper seasoningegg salad recipestablespoon cider vinegarhard cooked eggshard boiled eggsground white pepperhamburger relish http://www.artwoo.com/article/egg-salad-surprises Egg salad recipes are probably one of the easiest salads to make. Not only can it be served as is, but it can also be used as a sandwich filling.

Below you will find recipes compiled from different sources. You may want to try one or two at home. Don't worry if you don't get to finish them, these salads can still make it to tomorrows sandwich. Now, enough said. Gab your things and let's start whisking.

CHUNKY EGG SALAD serves 4

1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup minced onion 1/2 teaspoon Worchestershire sauce or 1 teaspoon of prepared mustard 1/4 teaspoon 6 hard-cooked eggs 1 cup thin sliced celery 2 Tablespoons minced green pepper or red or green sliced tomatoes or whole tomato parsley for garnish

In a medium bowl, stir mayonnaise and next five ingredients until well mixed. Cut eggs into chunks or dice, as you prefer. Add eggs, celery, add green pepper or relish to mayonnaise mixture. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate till well chilled.

To Serve: Spoon mixture on tomato slices or into whole tomato. If using whole tomato, either cut off top and spoon out some of the middle, set on shredded lettuce and loosely fill with egg salad, or cut tomato into 8 wedges but do not cut all the way down, so that the tomato wedges will stay connected.

Garden Egg Salad Bowl Makes 4 servings

6 tbsp. mayonnaise 1 tsp. prepared mustard 1/4 tsp. 1/8 tsp. salt 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed 1/2 cup thinly sliced cauliflower 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup diced celery 1/2 cup quartered and sliced zucchini 2 tsp. dried chives 3 , coarsely chopped Spinach leaves Paprika 4 oz. cut julienne Swiss cheese Tomato wedges Pimiento-stuffed olives

In a medium bowl, stir together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon-pepper seasoning and salt. Stir in peas, cauliflower, mushrooms, celery, zucchini and chives. Gently stir in eggs.

Line salad bowls with spinach. Spoon in egg salad. Sprinkle with paprika. Garnish with Swiss cheese, tomato and olives.

Note: If desired, egg salad can be spooned into a tomato cup and placed on a bed of spinach. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Indulge In Taco Salad Recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/indulge-in-taco-salad-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/indulge-in-taco-salad-recipes#comments Wed, 14 Feb 2007 18:27:02 +0000 taco salad recipestaco salad recipeounce sizechili powdercorn chipscdkitchenlettuce http://www.artwoo.com/article/indulge-in-taco-salad-recipes s listed below can be whipped in to time at all. Thirty minutes max and you're set to get these going on the table.

Mexican food is basically spicy with a lot of meat and tomato. However, you can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste. There is nothing at all in putting these wonderful dishes together. Just choose which recipe will fit your needs and you are off to go.

TEN-MINUTE TACO SALAD RECIPE (Recipes from: .com" >http://Cdkitchen.com)

Ingredients:

2 cans (16 ) chili beans, undrained 1 package (10-1/2 ounce size) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 4 cups chopped 2 small tomatoes, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 1 can (2-1/4 ounce size) sliced ripe olives, drained 1 1/4 cup salsa 1/2 cup sour cream

Directions:

In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the beans. Place corn chips on a large platter. Top with beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, olives, salsa and sour cream. Serve immediately.

ZESTY TACO SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 clove garlic finely chopped 3/4 pound ground turkey 1 3/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 3 cups washed torn lettuce leaves 14 1/2 ounces can Mexican style diced tomatoes drained 1 cup rinsed drained canned garbanzo beans or pinto beans 2/3 cup chopped peeled cucumber 1/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn thawed 1/4 cup chopped red onion 2 jalapeno peppers seeded finely chopped optional 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 12 nonfat tortilla chips fresh greens optional

Directions:

Combine oil and garlic in small bowl; let stand 1 hour at room temperature. Combine turkey, chili powder and cumin in large nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until turkey in no longer pink, stirring to crumble.

Combine turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, beans, cucumber, corn, onion and jalapeno in large bowl. Remove garlic from oil; discard garlic. Combine oil and vinegar in small bowl. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve on tortilla chips and fresh greens if available. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Indulge In Taco Salad Recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/indulge-in-taco-salad-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/indulge-in-taco-salad-recipes#comments Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:30:01 +0000 taco salad recipecorn chipsounce sizeground cuminchili powdercdkitchenlettuce http://www.artwoo.com/article/indulge-in-taco-salad-recipes taco salad recipes listed below can be whipped in to time at all. Thirty minutes max and you're set to get these going on the table.

Mexican food is basically spicy with a lot of meat and tomato. However, you can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste. There is nothing at all in putting these wonderful dishes together. Just choose which recipe will fit your needs and you are off to go.

TEN-MINUTE TACO SALAD RECIPE (Recipes from: .com" >http://Cdkitchen.com)

Ingredients:

2 cans (16 ) chili beans, undrained 1 package (10-1/2 ounce size) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 4 cups chopped 2 small tomatoes, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 1 can (2-1/4 ounce size) sliced ripe olives, drained 1 1/4 cup salsa 1/2 cup sour cream

Directions:

In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the beans. Place corn chips on a large platter. Top with beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, olives, salsa and sour cream. Serve immediately.

ZESTY TACO SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 clove garlic finely chopped 3/4 pound ground turkey 1 3/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon 3 cups washed torn lettuce leaves 14 1/2 ounces can Mexican style diced tomatoes drained 1 cup rinsed drained canned garbanzo beans or pinto beans 2/3 cup chopped peeled cucumber 1/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn thawed 1/4 cup chopped red onion 2 jalapeno peppers seeded finely chopped optional 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 12 nonfat tortilla chips fresh greens optional

Directions:

Combine oil and garlic in small bowl; let stand 1 hour at room temperature. Combine turkey, chili powder and cumin in large nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until turkey in no longer pink, stirring to crumble.

Combine turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, beans, cucumber, corn, onion and jalapeno in large bowl. Remove garlic from oil; discard garlic. Combine oil and vinegar in small bowl. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve on tortilla chips and fresh greens if available. Low Jeremy maintains http://Salad-Making.ArticlesForReprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Visiting Greece in the Winter http://www.artwoo.com/article/visiting-greece-in-the-winter http://www.artwoo.com/article/visiting-greece-in-the-winter#comments Thu, 13 Nov 2008 13:57:28 +0000 vacationing in greecetourist crowdsvisit to greecepreferred sportnatural surroundingstemperate climateski centers http://www.artwoo.com/article/visiting-greece-in-the-winter Vacationing in Greece is a pleasure in any season. Most folks opt to visit Greece during the summer months, when the sun is high and the surf is warm. But little do people know that a during the winter months can be equally as exciting and fulfilling, and even more steeped in pure Greek culture.

The benefits of visiting Greece in the winter months (considered December through March) are that while most of the other tourists are off vacationing elsewhere, those who call Greece their home embrace the off-season tourists with a first-hand look at what it means to be Greek.

For those of us who enjoy a little less of the tourism factor in our vacations, Greece in the winter is the ideal get-away. Hiking, biking, any exploration of nature is easier now, with the slightly cooler weather, and the number of other tourists at a minimum. Winter is the time to delight in the food the locals savor, to enjoy the nightlife known only to the locals and to participate in some activities and celebrations the locals relish only with their own.

Skiing in Greece is an after thought, or nonexistent one for most looking to vacation, while in fact, Greece provides some of the best skiing mountains in the world. Macedonia, Pelion, the Peloponnesus, Pelion and other cities to the north have and chalet type buildings in the mountains that provide ski lifts for downhill as well as cross-country runs.

Because Greece is blessed with such a and beautiful natural environment, sailing in the winter is also a by some. The cooler weather and less hustle and bustle from make it easier and even more enjoyable to sail and enjoy the . Whether it is bird watching, or ruins exploration.

Island culture abounds in the winter months, when tourists do not outnumber the locals. The usual tourist spots that are open in the summer months tend to close come wintertime. This means that the establishments that are open, are regular spots the locals visit. In turn, this generally means better Greek food to enjoy, and better yet, deeper, richer Greek culture including dog slide races, river wild rafting, and Alpine skiing.

Another great positive for enjoying Greece in the off-season, is of course, the lower rates. Traveling over seas is already costly enough, but if Greece is calling you, add lower rates on everything from airfare to hotel rates to the list of positives.

Apokreas, or carnival season, takes place in Greece around the end of February. The island of Skyros, Athens and Patras hold huge celebrations at this time of year. Apokreas refers to the time right before the 40 days of fasting before Easter begins. This involves feasting, celebrating, drinking and dancing - every night. What better way to see Greece than during this time, when many locals are celebrating more than they do the rest of the year?

More reasons to enjoy Greece in the wintertime is that ferries are always running to and from the mainland to the islands. If the weather becomes questionable or nasty, travel may become difficult, but for the most part, winter weather still tends to be quite exceptional.

The ruins are much more enjoyable to visit during the winter. The crowds are not in place, and neither is the heat. So it is easy to linger among the ruins, such as the Acropolis, the monasteries on top of the rock towers in Meteora or the Oracle of Delphi. One of the most amazing views of Athens can be seen from the Acropolis at sunset. Part of the reasoning behind visiting Greece is, no doubt, to explore the history of the native land, and the ancient ruins, so why would not someone want to take as much time as possible?

The picking of olives and production of olive oil is an important aspect of living in Greece. Homer referred to it as a "liquid gold" which is more a true statement today then he could have ever believed. A full 60% of Greece's cultivated land is devoted to growing olives. The fruit is hand picked by families and even relatives and neighbors join in on the fun. Since this process generally starts toward the end of the year, those visiting Greece during the winter can help pick olives themselves, and really be a part of Greek family traditions.

With so many reasons to visit Greece during the winter months, how could anyone who is thinking of planning a trip not be seduced by the history and natural beauty that are in abundance in this amazing Mediterranean country.Nick Nikolis is working in Atlantica Hotels and Resorts as It manager and operates Olive Garden Houses in Rhodos Greece. Atlantica Hotels and Resorts is a Europe Hotels chain currently offering lodging services in Cyprus Greece and Egypt. Check here Greece Hotels and Cyprus Hotels.]]> Toss Salad For A Quick And Easy Fix http://www.artwoo.com/article/toss-salad-for-a-quick-and-easy-fix http://www.artwoo.com/article/toss-salad-for-a-quick-and-easy-fix#comments Mon, 26 Feb 2007 04:27:08 +0000 romaine lettuceiceberg lettucered oniontspwater chestnutsfeta cheesetossed salad http://www.artwoo.com/article/toss-salad-for-a-quick-and-easy-fix tossed salad is because preparation for this is just tossing together all the ingredients.

Meaning, all the greens and other twist which one may opt to add in it. Some of the add-ons may include sausages, fruits, chips and basically anything else that might come up in one's imagination. With a prepared dressing, it only takes one as little as five minutes to prepare this recipe. Below are some recipes which one can try out at home.

Parmesan Vegetable Toss

2 C. mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/2 C. grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 C. sugar 1/2 . dried basil leaves 1/2 tsp. Salt 4 C. fresh broccoli 4 C. fresh cauliflower 1 , sliced 1 can (8 oz) sliced , drained 1 head , torn 1 lb. sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

In a large bowl combine mayonnaise, Parmesan, sugar, basil and salt.

Add broccoli, cauliflower, onion and water chestnuts.

Toss.

Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Just before serving, place lettuce in a salad bowl and top with vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with bacon.

Top with croutons if desired.

CLASSIC TOSSED SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

1 head 1 head red leaf lettuce 6 ounces crumbled 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives 1 (4 ounce) package blanched slivered almonds, toasted 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted 6 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 red onion, sliced 6 fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Directions:

Chop, wash and dry the romaine and red leaf lettuces. In a large salad bowl, combine lettuces with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, add the Italian dressing and toss thoroughly.

CONFETTI TOSSED SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

15 ounces Italian Blend or Spring Mix salad greens 16 ounces sausages, lightly rinsed, well drained 2 cans (11 oz. size) mandarin oranges, drained 1 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 medium apple, cored and diced 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 cup pecan pieces 1/3 cup extra sharp shredded cheddar cheese 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam, softened in microwave 1/2 cup frozen (whole) raspberries, thawed, with juice 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions:

Salad: In large salad bowl, toss greens and Sauerkraut together. Top with oranges, cranberries, apple, fresh raspberries, pecans, and cheese.

Dressing: In a small bowl, blend together olive oil, vinegar, jam, thawed raspberries, and pepper.

Drizzle a few tablespoons of the dressing over the salad for moistness and color; serve remainder on the side. Low Jeremy maintains http://salad-making.articlesforreprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Toss Salad For A Quick And Easy Fix http://www.artwoo.com/article/toss-salad-for-a-quick-and-easy-fix http://www.artwoo.com/article/toss-salad-for-a-quick-and-easy-fix#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2007 11:29:59 +0000 grated parmesan cheesetossed salad reciperomaine lettucefeta cheeseiceberg lettuceromano cheesered onion http://www.artwoo.com/article/toss-salad-for-a-quick-and-easy-fix
Meaning, all the greens and other twist which one may opt to add in it. Some of the add-ons may include sausages, fruits, chips and basically anything else that might come up in one's imagination. With a prepared dressing, it only takes one as little as five minutes to prepare this recipe. Below are some recipes which one can try out at home.

Parmesan Vegetable Toss

2 C. mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/2 C. 1/4 C. sugar 1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves 1/2 tsp. Salt 4 C. fresh broccoli 4 C. fresh cauliflower 1 , sliced 1 can (8 oz) sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 head , torn 1 lb. sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled

In a large bowl combine mayonnaise, Parmesan, sugar, basil and salt.

Add broccoli, cauliflower, onion and water chestnuts.

Toss.

Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.

Just before serving, place lettuce in a salad bowl and top with vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with bacon.

Top with croutons if desired.

CLASSIC

Ingredients:

1 head 1 head red leaf lettuce 6 ounces crumbled 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives 1 (4 ounce) package blanched slivered almonds, toasted 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted 6 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 red onion, sliced 6 fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/4 cup grated 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Directions:

Chop, wash and dry the romaine and red leaf lettuces. In a large salad bowl, combine lettuces with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, add the Italian dressing and toss thoroughly.

CONFETTI TOSSED SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

15 ounces Italian Blend or Spring Mix salad greens 16 ounces sausages, lightly rinsed, well drained 2 cans (11 oz. size) mandarin oranges, drained 1 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1 medium apple, cored and diced 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 cup pecan pieces 1/3 cup extra sharp shredded cheddar cheese 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam, softened in microwave 1/2 cup frozen (whole) raspberries, thawed, with juice 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Directions:

Salad: In large salad bowl, toss greens and Sauerkraut together. Top with oranges, cranberries, apple, fresh raspberries, pecans, and cheese.

Dressing: In a small bowl, blend together olive oil, vinegar, jam, thawed raspberries, and pepper.

Drizzle a few tablespoons of the dressing over the salad for moistness and color; serve remainder on the side. Low Jeremy maintains http://salad-making.articlesforreprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Pasta Salad As A Healthy Alternative http://www.artwoo.com/article/pasta-salad-as-a-healthy-alternative http://www.artwoo.com/article/pasta-salad-as-a-healthy-alternative#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2007 02:27:07 +0000 rotini pastatsp garlictsp saltpasta saladcrystallized gingerpastramioz http://www.artwoo.com/article/pasta-salad-as-a-healthy-alternative
Although it tends to add weight if taken in excess, carbohydrate is very important because it gives the body the energy it needs to enable it to do its work properly. So for those who cannot give up pasta, there is an alternative.

Instead of having it th traditional way ( with meat and bacon, and cream and all the fatty substances), why not have it as a salad? Below are three fantastic recipes gathered from all over:

TURKEY AND

Ingredients:

3/4 lb. TURKEY PASTRAMI, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 8-s. rotini, cooked and drained 1 14-oz can artichokes, drained and cut into quarters 1 cup carrrots, chopped (2 medium) 1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium) 1/2 cup chopped celery (1 stalk) 1 4-oz can black olives, drained and sliced 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp white wine vinegar 1 /2 , minced 1/2 1/2 tsp pepper 6 lettuce leaves

Instructions:

1. In large bowl, combine pastrami, rotini, artichoke, carrots, onion, celery and olives.

2. In small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss together with pastrami mixture and refrigerate for 1 hour.

3. Serve on lettuce leaves.

APPLE PASTA SALAD

Ingredients:

1 container (8 oz.) plain nonfat yogurt 1 can (8 oz.) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained 1/2 tsp salt, optional 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp dry mustard 1 tsp finely chopped 1 Tbsp honey 2 cups uncooked 1/2 cup shedded carrot 1 cup sliced celery 1/4 cup sliced green onions 1/4 cup raisins 3 cups diced, unpeeled apples (suggested: Empire, Gala, Ida Red, Jonagold, Jonathan, McIntosh, Red Delicious, or Rome)

Instructions:

Thoroughly combine yogurt, pineapple, salt, spices, ginger, and honey; refrigerate. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly. Cool completely. In large bowl, combine all ingredients including yogurt dressing. Chill thoroughly before serving.

GARDEN PASTA SALAD

Ingredients:

1 can (16-ozs) mixed fruit in juice or extra light syrup 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1 pkg. (8-oz) spinach spiral pasta 2 tsp cornstarch 1 Tbsp basil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup celery, sliced 1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced - Romaine lettuce leaves

Instructions:

Drain mixed fruit, reserving liquid. Drizzle fruit with vinegar and set aside. Cook pasta in boiling water until tender; drain and cool slightly. Meanwhile, in small saucepan, whisk together reserved liquid, cornstarch, basil, and garlic.

Stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and boils. Remove from heat; stir in mixed fruit and vinegar. Toss pasta with tomatoes, celery, and green onion. Fold in fruit and sauce; chill. Spoon onto Romaine lettuce to serve. Low Jeremy maintains http://salad-making.articlesforreprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Pasta Salad As A Healthy Alternative http://www.artwoo.com/article/pasta-salad-as-a-healthy-alternative http://www.artwoo.com/article/pasta-salad-as-a-healthy-alternative#comments Sun, 16 Sep 2007 09:25:00 +0000 rotini pastatsp garlictsp saltpasta saladcrystallized gingerpastramioz http://www.artwoo.com/article/pasta-salad-as-a-healthy-alternative
Although it tends to add weight if taken in excess, carbohydrate is very important because it gives the body the energy it needs to enable it to do its work properly. So for those who cannot give up pasta, there is an alternative.

Instead of having it th traditional way ( with meat and bacon, and cream and all the fatty substances), why not have it as a salad? Below are three fantastic recipes gathered from all over:

TURKEY AND

Ingredients:

3/4 lb. TURKEY PASTRAMI, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 8-s. rotini, cooked and drained 1 14-oz can artichokes, drained and cut into quarters 1 cup carrrots, chopped (2 medium) 1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium) 1/2 cup chopped celery (1 stalk) 1 4-oz can black olives, drained and sliced 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 Tbsp white wine vinegar 1 /2 , minced 1/2 1/2 tsp pepper 6 lettuce leaves

Instructions:

1. In large bowl, combine pastrami, rotini, artichoke, carrots, onion, celery and olives.

2. In small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Toss together with pastrami mixture and refrigerate for 1 hour.

3. Serve on lettuce leaves.

APPLE PASTA SALAD

Ingredients:

1 container (8 oz.) plain nonfat yogurt 1 can (8 oz.) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained 1/2 tsp salt, optional 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp dry mustard 1 tsp finely chopped 1 Tbsp honey 2 cups uncooked 1/2 cup shedded carrot 1 cup sliced celery 1/4 cup sliced green onions 1/4 cup raisins 3 cups diced, unpeeled apples (suggested: Empire, Gala, Ida Red, Jonagold, Jonathan, McIntosh, Red Delicious, or Rome)

Instructions:

Thoroughly combine yogurt, pineapple, salt, spices, ginger, and honey; refrigerate. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Rinse with cold water and drain thoroughly. Cool completely. In large bowl, combine all ingredients including yogurt dressing. Chill thoroughly before serving.

GARDEN PASTA SALAD

Ingredients:

1 can (16-ozs) mixed fruit in juice or extra light syrup 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1 pkg. (8-oz) spinach spiral pasta 2 tsp cornstarch 1 Tbsp basil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup celery, sliced 1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced - Romaine lettuce leaves

Instructions:

Drain mixed fruit, reserving liquid. Drizzle fruit with vinegar and set aside. Cook pasta in boiling water until tender; drain and cool slightly. Meanwhile, in small saucepan, whisk together reserved liquid, cornstarch, basil, and garlic.

Stir over medium heat until mixture thickens and boils. Remove from heat; stir in mixed fruit and vinegar. Toss pasta with tomatoes, celery, and green onion. Fold in fruit and sauce; chill. Spoon onto Romaine lettuce to serve. Low Jeremy maintains http://salad-making.articlesforreprint.com. This content is provided by Low Jeremy. It may be used only in its entirety with all links included. ]]> Cheap Home Decorations - Decorate Your Kitchen http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-home-decorations-decorate-your-kitchen http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-home-decorations-decorate-your-kitchen#comments Sat, 08 Nov 2008 05:01:27 +0000 plaster wallsvenetian plasterwood lightingnew cabinetsnew appliancescolor palettekitchen cabinets http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-home-decorations-decorate-your-kitchen new cabinets, , and new floors sounds (and is) incredibly expensive. But, by following a few simple steps, it is easy to decorate your kitchen on a tight budget.

Two classic design styles for the kitchen are:

French Country Design

This style is rather rustic. You should aim for comfortable and relaxed. Furniture should look distressed. The design brings a lot of outside elements to the indoors. Yellows are most predominate, but greens, blues, or reds are often supplemental. Stick with dark wood; that has a heavy grain ,or a whitewashed look. Roosters are very common in French décor.

Tuscan Design

This style involves a lot of natural elements. Floors should be a stone material. Incorporate lots of brick- i.e. around the fireplace, backsplash, and oven. . Woods should be a dark stain and distressed. Table should be wood. Lighting fixtures should be iron. Incorporate olives and grapes in the art work design. Marble or copper is great for the countertops

Now, the average Jane can not brick the kitchen, or splurge for marble countertops. Most classic designs are not for the frugal spender. Cheap home decoration alternatives are needed.

The most current trends in kitchen décor is turning largely to green ideas, appliances, and living. Bamboo is a popular flooring choice. Storage is a must. People want a storage place for everything. Everything from spices, to appliances, have their own hide aways Personalized and bold backsplashes are popular.

Again, how many people can afford these kitchen trends. One of the most costly kitchen elements is the . Yet, the trend is to create more cabinets; that are even more detailed. But, who says that you have to follow any trend , or décor resume. Create your own style, and save money doing it. So, here are a few tips for cheap home decorations, that are still stylish.

- is a great alternative to actual plaster walls.

- Instead of buying new cabinets, stain them. Dark stains can leave more room for error, than light stains.

- Change the hardware. Sometimes just updating the hardware can give new life to cabinets.

- Create your own custom paint. Play around and mix colors. Use a sponge or rag to apply the paint, for a custom look.

- Hit the flea market, salvage store, etc, for furniture. In many themes, the furniture is supposed to look aged or distressed.

- Use sideboards and other old furniture as an alternative to additional cabinets.

- Incorporate natural elements into the design, that can replace expensive art work. For example, frame an olive branch. Find a unique wine bottle or oblong bottle, and fill with: colorful olives, citrus fruits, or peppers. Then, fill to the top with olive oil.

- Ask the flooring store if they have remnant pieces of flooring and counter top. This will be cheaper than a custom cut.

- Do the installations or prep work yourself.

- Look appliances with dents. Often a stove may have a small scratch or dent that can easily be fixed, or that will be hidden in the design.

These are some cheaper home decoration ideas. However, get creative. Incorporate anything that you can reuse, get cheap, or have readily available. Your imagination is the only limit for how you design a kitchen that fits your style and budget.Mrs. Harris works as a home stager in Dallas, Texas. She currently has a home design blog of tips and how-to advice for creating and using Cheap Home Decorations.]]> The 5 'Must Play' Golf Courses of the Costa Brava in Spain http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-5-must-play-golf-courses-of-the-costa-brava-in-spain http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-5-must-play-golf-courses-of-the-costa-brava-in-spain#comments Fri, 01 Aug 2008 07:15:49 +0000 golf tour operatorscork oakspyrenees mountainscourse architectcosta bravasunny weathermediterranean sea http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-5-must-play-golf-courses-of-the-costa-brava-in-spain Pyrenees Mountains and the , the has more than ten golf courses and plenty of excellent holiday accommodation to choose from. Reasonable green fees are a bonus.
And you can visit most times of the year and expect and good playing conditions. As well as golf, you have any number of lovely beaches, and a selection of charming old towns and villages that have lots of dining and shopping options.

Club de Golf Costa Brava
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This moderately sloped course, with its fairways of varied widths, is considered not too challenging. Hamilton Stutt used the existing , olives, and pines to good effect in the design, and the main difficulties involve working you way around, or over, these trees, and avoiding the two artificial lakes. Mostly it is a chip shot that gets you onto the greens. The final hole ends in a bay by the sea. The grand old clubhouse, dating from 1841, is the prefect place to relax in and dine after the game. Or you may choose to practise your shots on the driving range, or take a lesson at the golf school.

Golf d'Aro Mas Nou
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One of the Costa Brava's oldest courses, this woodland course, with its pines, cork oaks and olives, is set in the Gavarres mountains, 300 m above sea level, with panoramic views of the Costa Brava. Accuracy and low handicap skills are required to stay out of the vegetation lining two-thirds of the fairways, and to make it across the deep ravines. If the wind is up, you may prefer to hit balls on the driving range, or to cool your heels in the clubhouse until conditions improve. Here you'll find a restaurant, changing rooms, and a sauna, as well as dining facilities. It is little wonder that the International Association of chose this course as its 2000 Best Golf Destination.

Emporda
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One of Europe's top 50 courses, scenic Emporda is immaculately kept, easy walking, and presents challenges for all levels of player. Several of the greens are long, and there are many water features to negotiate, but the designer, von Hagge, has placed mounds between fairways on holes without trees to create varied and exciting playing conditions. There is a golf school and driving range, and the clubhouse has a good bar and restaurant.

Golf Girona
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The Girona course sits well in its environment in the hills near Girona. All levels of player will enjoy this course -- architect F.G Hawtree has used the terrain of an old olive orchard grove, and the location between two valleys to craft a distinctive course. Golf lessons are available, and there are pitching and putting greens, and a driving range. The clubhouse has a restaurant and bar.

Platja de Pals
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Arguably one of Spain's most prestigious courses and a classic designed by F.W Hawtree, there is something for everyone on the compact greens of this scenic course. However, watch out for low-hanging branches from the profusion of trees, since they can send your ball anywhere. Bunkers defend most greens. The clubhouse has a restaurant and superb views of the course and surrounds, and there is a driving range, putting and pitching greens, and a golf school.

Playing golf on the Costa Brava is a pleasure whichever course you decide to play, but a visit to one of our top 5 courses above will ensure a golfing experience of the highest order.Rod Ritchie, a travel writer and editor, writes for many publishers including AA Publishing and Fodors. Teetimesanywhere.com offer discount tee times for all Costa Brava golf courses and allow you to quickly and easily book your golf on the Costa Brava online.]]>