http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for red onion Copyright 2008 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:50:15 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/red+onion http://www.artwoo.com/article/ingredient-profile-the-onion http://www.artwoo.com/article/ingredient-profile-the-onion#comments Tue, 20 Nov 2007 05:25:01 +0000 storage onionswhite onionsyellow onionsred onionsfrench onion souponion productiononion recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/ingredient-profile-the-onion
So here's my guide to the onion. I hope you find it helpful as we'll go through some of its history, some interesting facts, and of course - the best of the best onion recipes.

The National Onion Association classifies onions into two categories: spring/summer fresh onions and the fall/winter storage variety. These fresher onions are available April through August while the dryer storage onions turn up more often August through April. Both come in red, white and yellow forms, but the spring/summer onions are said to be sweeter, moister, and milder. Therefore used in sweeter dishes, the fall/winter kind is used for savory dishes.

The most common onion is the yellow onion. Not only is most of American onion production (for more information on domestic onion production, click here) focused on yellow onions, but their full flavor is suitable for a wide range of cooking, most notable French Onion Soup. Red onions are used more often in salads, and other fresh uses, or for grilling or broiling, according to the National Onion Association. White onions show up quite a bit in Mexican cuisine and have a sweet flavor when sauteed. Others argue All of these varieties range in size - from 1 inch to 4.5 inches in diameter. For a more specific guide to the different varieties of onions including vidalia, walla walla, and Texas, click here.

"Onions should be firm and heavy for their size. Avoid onions that have sprouted or that have an odor, or that have green or moldy blemishes," says Cooks Thesaurus, who offers up some helpful advice on purchasing and cooking onions.

Another way to classify an onion is by its type: bulb, multiplier (a derivation of the bulb onion) or tree onions. The most common form is bulb, which includes the sweet onions like vidalia, and all the colored varieties we've just discussed. But if you noticed,

The top onion producer in 2005, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, was China, followed by India, who was followed by the United States. The third top onion producer, Americans harvested 3.3 million tons of onions in 2005.

Celebrating the Onion Idaho-Eastern Oregon Onion Festival

Why do onions make us cry?

You've probably noticed that when you cut up a raw onion, your eyes start to tear. A common problem for every onion chopper, this happens because of the enzymes in an onion. Since the onion is being chopped, the cells are being broken - allowing the enzymes to be released. The enzymes in an onion are called allianases and they react to the sulfides in the onion-chopping environment to create a sulfuric acid gas. This gas is immediately composed and released into the air, therefore reaching your eyes. Our eyes' nerve endings are irritated by sulfuric acid, therefore inducing uncontrollable "crying."

Cooks Thesauraus recommends chilling onions first to avoid tearing. "If you're prone to crying while cutting onions, try chilling them first, then peeling them under running water. Always cook onions over low or medium heat, since they become bitter at high temperatures."

Onion Recipes Worth Crying Over

Onions turn up in all sorts of dishes, from appetizers and soups even to desserts. They are one of the most widely used ingredient, not just across dishes but across cultural cuisine. Here are some recipes worth trying out:

Recipes that focus on onions:

Tandoori Onion Salad Onions Au Gratin Caramelized Red Bell Peppers and Onions French Onion Soup Brown-Braised Onions Baked Onions Onion Tart (Pissaladiere) Onion Bhajis Indian Pickled Onions Tomato and Onion Salad with Tahini Dressing Onion Rings

Recipes that use onion as a supplement:

Onion Meatball Supper Braised Artichokes with Little Onions and Bacon Grilled Sirloin and Red Onions with Blue Cheese Butter Onion Chicken Breasts Cranberry Onion Pork Roast Grilled Bratwurst and Onion Sandwiches Onion-Beef Fettucine Corn and Onion Casserole

Sources:

National Onion Association Cooks Thesaurus UN Food and Agriculture Organization OnionFestival.com Hillary Marshak is a writer and editor for http://Recipe4Living.com, an up and coming recipe sharing Website. For more articles like this, or for a large collection of recipes, visit the site at http://www.Recipe4Living.com. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-stop-hair-loss-with-natural-remedies http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-stop-hair-loss-with-natural-remedies#comments Wed, 12 Sep 2007 15:35:01 +0000 onion juicehair loss remedieshair loss treatmentsminoxidil rogainepropecialoss of hairproofs http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-stop-hair-loss-with-natural-remedies hair loss remedies.

Believe it or not but one of the natural remedies that is said to have an effect on the loss of hair is to rub onion juice into the head. This procedure should stimulate the growth of the hair and might have some positive affects on the loss of hair as well. Rubbing onion juice is not a solution for everyone as onion juice will make your eyes water and has a terrible smell =96 so don't leave your house with onion juice in your hair. Secondly it doesn't work for everyone and there has currently not been any real proof to show that this kind of treatment will actually produce any significant results. On the other hand it is a safer and much cheaper solution than the products already on the market, but to compare the two are maybe not fair to neither of the hair loss treatments.

Using onion juice is not the only natural treatment to be used against hair loss as many other herbs are believe to have a positive affect on hair loss and retention of hair, but as with the onion juice the scientific proofs are still missing. One of the reasons for the lack of proof is that these scientific tests are extremely expensive and there are currently no major companies in the market with a sufficient economical strength to carry through these tests and until that happens the only proofs of bettering hair loss comes from the products offered my the companies behind Rogaine and Propecia.

The key ingredient in brand names such as Rogaine is Minoxidil. Rogaine is one of the only over-the-counter products approved by the Food and Drug Administration for men and women and because of that it has gained extreme popularity. You can find lots of other hair loss products on the market making claims similar to those of Rogaine, but other than Finasterade which is marketed under the brand name Propecia, no other product has been approved as a treatment for hair loss by the FDA.

Using a formula with 5 milligrams of Finasterade it has been marketed with the name Proscar and has also been used to treat prostate problems in men. It works by inhibiting the development of Dihydrotestosterone in the body and the drug does show results when using it as one of the hair loss remedies made available. While the product Rogaine is used as a scalp lotion the Propecia product is only available in the form of pills. As a final remark the use of Finasterade is not recommended for women as it is known to cause birth defects, so if your are a woman and are pregnant =96 stay off the Propecia product. For more information about hair loss and ways to prevent or even reverse the loss of hair visit http://www.StopHairLossSite.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/layers-of-complexity-in-life-and-persuasion-i-am-an-onion http://www.artwoo.com/article/layers-of-complexity-in-life-and-persuasion-i-am-an-onion#comments Wed, 12 Dec 2007 23:14:59 +0000 persuasion techniquesunconscious motivationsfirst brickmethod dealsclientlemotivating factorswhat is important in life http://www.artwoo.com/article/layers-of-complexity-in-life-and-persuasion-i-am-an-onion Method deals with a deep understanding of our core drives and unconscious motivations. When we focus inward, only then can we genuinely understand others.

In recent months I've noticed a tremendous amount of growth in many of my students who have been applying persuasion techniques not just to business and sales, but to every facet of their lives.

One of my students, an adviser who is becoming more and more successful in his business and financial life, was telling me on a recent phone call how these skills have not only affected his "bottom line" but they have meant so much to him in other ways. As a result of one technique, he stopped smoking and some other incredibly positive things have taken place in his life. (This is what I live for. When my students have breakthroughs in all areas.)

I have experienced this in my own life as well. After shedding 140 pounds of unwanted fat, and still going strong, I've seen the figurative layers of the onion being peeled away in a tangible way. As we peel and change and get to the core of what is important in life, we find even more enhancements and improvements we can make.

Peeling away the layers of the onion, shows us what's underneath. I peeled away layers of unnecessary padding and found another problem that needs to be addressed. A hernia. And now I'm able to help myself even further.

Metaphors motivate us to understand the power of our unconscious drives and the ultimate motivating factors in life. While m focus in my programs has become more laser focused on how to persuade our affluent clientle and prospects, I see that the bigger picture is fantastically important. We are our own first project in persuasion. When we learn to influence and persuade ourselves, that is the first brick in the foundation.

I can absolutely guaranty you that there's never been a great persuader on the face of the planet who doesn't have a degree of mastery over his own life. Before I lost the weight, I had a very conflicted relationship with the thinking, the practice, and the actual doing. Eventually, something clicked. I got it. I understood on another level that as an onion, the first step is to peel away the skin, and to keep peeling through visualization, through tapping, through intention, through coaching, through determination, through the universe system-it all came together as if I were a magician and finally figured out the alchemical recipe for my own self mastery.

This is all a process. I will be the first to say that this cannot be mastered. It would be arrogant to say that I have mastered persuasion or self-persuasion. It can't be done. The minute I feel I've attained the highest I can, what point is there in continuing? Continuing to grow and evolve is what keeps us vibrant. My hope is that while I continue to focus primarily on persuading the affluent, that the bigger picture of evolution, growth and persuasion is really what my students come away with. Kenrick Cleveland teaches techniques to earn the business of affluent clients using persuasion. He runs public and private seminars and offers home study courses and coaching programs in http://www.maxpersuasion.com persuasion techniques. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/four-tasty-and-easy-camping-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/four-tasty-and-easy-camping-recipes#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2008 01:24:59 +0000 onion soup mixeasy camping recipessized carrotssized potatoessized onionpineapple slicesbutton mushrooms http://www.artwoo.com/article/four-tasty-and-easy-camping-recipes easy camping recipes you can eat as well as you do at home. Part of the fun of camping is experimenting with different ways and types of cooking. Below are four tasty recipes for you to try.

Camp Stew:

Ingredients. One and a half pound of ground beef. Two medium sized carrots. One medium sized onion. Five medium sized potatoes. One large tin of peas. One packet of onion soup mix.

Instructions. Cook the meat in a large pan until nicely browned. Chop the carrots, onion, and potatoes, and add to the meat. Make up the soup mix with enough water to cover all the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste and cook with the lid on until the potatoes are tender. Add the peas and simmer for a further five to ten minutes until they are hot.

Hobo Dinner In Foil:

Ingredients. Four medium sized potatoes. One onion. One pound of ground beef. Quarter of a cup of water.

Instructions. Peel and slice the potatoes, and the onion. Place the ground beef into a container and add the water, mix together well and then add the potatoes and onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide into three or four portions and wrap with double thickness of tin foil. Place onto a medium to hot grill for about forty minutes, carefully moving occasionally. Open with caution and serve with some bread rolls.

Chicken In Foil:

Ingredients. One small green pepper, chopped. Half of a small red pepper, chopped. Ten button mushrooms, chopped. One teaspoon of butter or margarine Four chicken breasts. One can of pineapple slices. Four sixteen inch squares of tin foil.

Instructions. Divide the peppers and mushrooms into four equal portions. Coat a small area in the centre of each piece of tin foil with the butter or margarine. Place one portion of the peppers and mushrooms onto the greased area of tin foil, place the chicken breast on top and a pineapple slice on top of the chicken breast. Season with salt and pepper and fold tin foil over securely so there are no leaks. Repeat with the rest of the ingredients so you have four individual servings. Place onto hot grill or coals for approximately Fifteen minutes, then turnover for another ten to fifteen minutes.

Baked Potatoes With Bacon Wrap:

Ingredients. Potatoes. Bacon. Tin foil.

Instructions. This is a really cheap and easy camping recipe. Scrub enough potatoes (for the amount of people to be served) in water and pierce several times with a fork. Wrap the potatoes in a layer of bacon and then wrap with tin foil with the shiny side inside. Place in the hot coals of your camp fire and turn occasionally. Check that they are cooked by piercing with a fork; if it slides into the potatoes easily then they are done. Serve with whatever vegetables are available, or beans etc.

These are just four easy camping recipes for you to try out, but with a little imagination and some trial and error, I am sure that you will be able to come up with many more of your own. Click the link below for 580 great easy camping recipes that your family will love! http://www.buytryreview.com/recommends/580campingrecipes ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/favorite-chicken-recipe-chicken-and-bean-burritos http://www.artwoo.com/article/favorite-chicken-recipe-chicken-and-bean-burritos#comments Tue, 16 Sep 2008 18:50:16 +0000 mexican food recipesflour tortillaburritos recipebean burritosonion baytex mex foodcolby jack http://www.artwoo.com/article/favorite-chicken-recipe-chicken-and-bean-burritos
Choosing the best solution for your needs means looking at a lot of Mexican food recipes. In addition, you will want to explore the differences between Tex-Mex food and Mexican food. This Chicken and Bean Burritos recipe incorporates a lot of healthy possibilities along with delicious Tex-Mex cuisine that is not always for the healthy conscious.

Chicken and Bean Burritos

Ingredients:
4-5 chicken breasts (or thighs or a mixture)
1 small onion chopped
1-2 bay leaves
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/8 tsp red pepper
1/8 tsp white pepper
1/8 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
chicken stock or broth
1 red onion chopped
1-2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced fine
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
grated Colby-Jack cheese
fat free sour cream
2 cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
salsa
lettuce, chopped
tomatoes, chopped
burrito-sized flour tortillas

Directions:
Place chicken, onion, bay leaves, spices in a pot and cover with chicken stock. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is done. Remove the chicken, let cool and shred. Strain the broth and save.

Drain and rinse the pinto beans. Place the pinto beans in a food processor and process until smooth, adding a couple of tablespoons of either salsa or chicken broth or sour cream if too thick.

In a bowl, combine the chicken and beans, again adding salsa or the chicken stock until the filling mixture is moist enough to stick together. (If you get it too wet, add more processed beans). Add the chopped red onion, the jalapeno pepper and the chopped cilantro and mix.

Take a large flour tortilla and spread with a little bit of the fat free sour cream and some grated cheese. Add a couple of tablespoons of the filling on one end and fold the sides over and then roll up. You can use a toothpick to keep it rolled up or place it end side down to keep it from unrolling.

Either bake in the oven at 450F until brown and crunchy or microwave until hot. Serve topped with lettuce, tomatoes and red onion, fat free sour cream, grated cheese, salsa and jalapenos.

Have you heard this one....
A Texan's explanation (exaggerated and over simplified) of what is Tex-Mex food?

"Anything with jalapeno peppers in it or with it is Tex-Mex!"
"Anything that is chicken-fried is Texas cooking".
"The basic food groups in Texas are: chili, barbecue, beans, jalapenos and Meskun food!"

Remember, if you are looking for an exception chicken recipe for your next meal, you may find just what you are looking for with the Mexican food recipe. Filled with delicious goodness, you will definitely make this a favorite in your household. In addition, you can easily cater this to meet your family's needs and preferences.More about Annie Dubois and great Mexican food or gift boxes can be found at Mexican Food and Gifts To Go.]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/great-outdoor-bbqs http://www.artwoo.com/article/great-outdoor-bbqs#comments Wed, 27 Feb 2008 20:35:00 +0000 outdoor bbqsquick and easy recipechopped chivesburger bunsspring onionsfish dishesred onions http://www.artwoo.com/article/great-outdoor-bbqs outdoor BBQs is not just about the sausages, the burgers or the fish dishes that compliment the grilled food. With some advanced thought and good presentation can certainly go along way to making that all important great outdoor BBQs something to be remember and envied.

When cooking those famous burgers of yours don't forget the all important burger buns, but don't forget the importance of a fresh and somewhat crusty bread will always go down well. The French stick! The French stick always looks superb cut in diagonal slices, wrapped in a fresh cloth placed in the middle of the table in a long dish. Place a cover over the butter dish. We don't want unwanted guest at our great outdoor BBQs such as bugs and flies.

A quick and easy recipe that can be made the day before the great outdoor BBQs is the homemade potato salad. The potato salad can be brought out from the fridge nicely chilled just before the bbq begins. The night before cut some new potatoes into quarters, then mix in some mayonnaise and some chopped chives. If you decide to add freeze dried chives remember these will be stronger in flavor than fresh chives.

A Different Salad

Most salads can look a little boring and a lot of people think of lettuce, cucumber and tomato and very little else. Use some imagination and creativity to create a salad that is more appealing for your guests at the great outdoor BBQs you have.

What about an onion platter? An onion platter is easy to make and certainly doesn't have to be overpowering that it will knock the socks of friends. Ok lets get started; slice a few red onions into thin rings. Next chop up some fresh spring onions like you did with the red onions. Mix both the onions and spring onions together, add some chives and a spoon of olive oil, salt and pepper to season the onion platter. Once this is done leave them to marinate for a few hours before you serve the onion platter. Of course a bowl of beef tomatoes and cherry tomatoes (halved) can be prepared in a similar fashion.

At any great outdoor BBQs the perfect accompaniment using our traditional oven is a plate of jacket potatoes. These can be served anytime during the day but in the evening is the special time. Start by pre-cooking the potatoes in the oven; don't fully cook the potatoes then finish cooking the potatoes on the BBQ. If you do use potatoes at your great outdoor BBQs more than likely you will require less meat. This in turn will help you keep the costs down and keep you within a reasonable budget. A perfect topping to any jacket potato is a serving of butter and add salt and pepper to taste.

At any great outdoor bbqs, providing or adding accompaniments isn't all that difficult. Some thought and preparation before hand goes along way. You will be envied. David Smith is a successful Webmaster and publisher of Great Outdoor BBQs Blog. For more great helpful information about Great Outdoor BBQs please visit our site at http://www.great-outdoor-bbqs.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/cool-down-with-these-refreshing-cucumber-salad-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/cool-down-with-these-refreshing-cucumber-salad-recipes#comments Thu, 01 May 2008 19:20:44 +0000 cucumber salad recipe ingredientscucumber salad reciperice wine vinegarblack sesame seedsteaspoon celery seedcucumber recipesteaspoon sesame oil http://www.artwoo.com/article/cool-down-with-these-refreshing-cucumber-salad-recipes cucumber recipes that are guaranteed to cool you down.

BALINESE CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons peanuts, dry roasted, coarsely chopped 1 cucumber, European OR 1 large regular cucumber 1/4 sweet onion, large, such as Vidalia 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar, or more to taste 1/2 teaspoon salt, or more to taste

Directions:

Set a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the peanuts and heat until lightly browned, about 2 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally. Transfer to a plate to cool.

Peel and seed the cucumber. Cut the cucumber crosswise into 3-inch sections, then lengthwise into spaghetti-thin strips. Cut the onion into as thin crosswise slices as possible.

Combine the vinegar, sugar, and salt in a serving bowl and whisk until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Taste for seasoning, adding sugar or salt as necessary; the dressing should be both tart and sweet. Stir in the cucumber and onion. Sprinkle the salad with the peanuts and serve.

FRESH CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

6 cups fresh cucumbers 1 cup sweet pepper, sliced thin 2 onions sliced into rings 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon celery seed 2 cups sugar 1 cup white vinegar

Directions:

Mix well. Put in refrigerator, let stand overnight.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SPICY WASABI DRESSING

Ingredients:

1 1/2 teaspoon dry wasabi powder (or to taste) 1/2 teaspoon warm water 2 cucumbers 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon sesame oil salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 green onion - thinly sliced 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds or toasted white sesame seeds

Directions:

Mix the wasabi with warm water in the bottom of a mixing bowl and let it stand for 5 minutes.

Peel the cucumbers, cut each one in half lengthwise, and use a melon baller or spoon to scoop out the seeds.

Cut the cucumbers widthwise into 1/4-inch crescents.

Add the vinegar and sugar to the wasabi and whisk until smooth. Whisk in the sesame oil, salt, and pepper.

Just before serving, add the cucumbers, green onion, and sesame seeds to the dressing and mix well.

CUCUMBER AND GREEN SEAWEED SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers 2 radishes Salt as needed 1 3/8 ounce green seaweed

Dressing:

3 tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons kelp-flavoured fish stock

Directions:

Slice cucumbers and radishes into thin rounds; salt and leave until dewatered. Wash with water and squeeze out brine.

Pour boiling water over green seaweed and cut into bite-size pieces.

Thoroughly mix dressing ingredients and add to cucumbers and seaweed just before serving. 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. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/cool-down-with-these-refreshing-cucumber-salad-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/cool-down-with-these-refreshing-cucumber-salad-recipes#comments Sat, 03 Feb 2007 06:27:07 +0000 cucumber salad recipe1 teaspoonblack sesame seedsteaspoon salt1 tablespoonvinegaronion http://www.artwoo.com/article/cool-down-with-these-refreshing-cucumber-salad-recipes
BALINESE CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons peanuts, dry roasted, coarsely chopped 1 cucumber, European OR 1 large regular cucumber 1/4 sweet onion, large, such as Vidalia 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar, or more to taste 1/2 teaspoon salt, or more to taste

Directions:

Set a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the peanuts and heat until lightly browned, about 2 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally. Transfer to a plate to cool.

Peel and seed the cucumber. Cut the cucumber crosswise into 3-inch sections, then lengthwise into spaghetti-thin strips. Cut the onion into as thin crosswise slices as possible.

Combine the vinegar, sugar, and salt in a serving bowl and whisk until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Taste for seasoning, adding sugar or salt as necessary; the dressing should be both tart and sweet. Stir in the cucumber and onion. Sprinkle the salad with the peanuts and serve.

FRESH CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

6 cups fresh cucumbers 1 cup sweet pepper, sliced thin 2 onions sliced into rings 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon celery seed 2 cups sugar 1 cup white vinegar

Directions:

Mix well. Put in refrigerator, let stand overnight.

CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SPICY WASABI DRESSING

Ingredients:

1 1/2 teaspoon dry wasabi powder (or to taste) 1/2 teaspoon warm water 2 cucumbers 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon sesame oil salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 green onion - thinly sliced 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds or toasted white sesame seeds

Directions:

Mix the wasabi with warm water in the bottom of a mixing bowl and let it stand for 5 minutes.

Peel the cucumbers, cut each one in half lengthwise, and use a melon baller or spoon to scoop out the seeds.

Cut the cucumbers widthwise into 1/4-inch crescents.

Add the vinegar and sugar to the wasabi and whisk until smooth. Whisk in the sesame oil, salt, and pepper.

Just before serving, add the cucumbers, green onion, and sesame seeds to the dressing and mix well.

CUCUMBER AND GREEN SEAWEED SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients: 2 cucumbers 2 radishes Salt as needed 1 3/8 ounce green seaweed

Dressing:

3 tablespoons vinegar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons kelp-flavoured fish stock

Directions:

Slice cucumbers and radishes into thin rounds; salt and leave until dewatered. Wash with water and squeeze out brine.

Pour boiling water over green seaweed and cut into bite-size pieces.

Thoroughly mix dressing ingredients and add to cucumbers and seaweed just before serving. 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. ]]> 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 Greek salad recipes.

GREEK SALAD RECIPE

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1=BD tablespoons lemon juice 1 clove garlic: minced (crushed) =BD teaspoon dried oregano =BC teaspoon sea salt =BC teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 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 kalamata olives

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 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. ]]> 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 virgin olive oil 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 red onion: sliced into rings cucumber: sliced into thick half-moons green pepper (capsicum): julienned 4 oz (120g) feta cheese: cut into small cubes 16 kalamata olives

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 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. ]]> 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: Cdkitchen.com" >http://Cdkitchen.com)

Ingredients:

2 cans (16 ounce size) chili beans, undrained 1 package (10-1/2 ounce size) corn chips 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 4 cups chopped lettuce 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 chili powder 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. ]]> 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 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: Cdkitchen.com" >http://Cdkitchen.com)

Ingredients:

2 cans (16 ounce size) chili beans, undrained 1 package (10-1/2 ounce size) corn chips 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 4 cups chopped lettuce 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 chili powder 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. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/shrimp-salad-recipes-to-tickle-the-palate http://www.artwoo.com/article/shrimp-salad-recipes-to-tickle-the-palate#comments Mon, 20 Aug 2007 09:10:02 +0000 shrimp saladred pepperchicken bouillontabasco sauceimitation crabmeatsweet pickleteaspoon http://www.artwoo.com/article/shrimp-salad-recipes-to-tickle-the-palate shrimp salad recipes that I've come across with. Do feel fry to try them a home.

SHRIMP SALAD JOAQUIN

1 pound shrimp, cooked 1 cup chopped green onions 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic -- minced 2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 3 teaspoons chicken bouillon 1 teaspoon red pepper 1 cup rice 2 tomatoes -- chopped 1 bell pepper -- chopped

In large bowl, combine shrimp, onions, garlic and oil. Cover and refrigerate overnight. cook rice in water with bouillon, hot sauce, and red pepper for 20 minutes. Let cool.

Add tomatoes and bell peppers. Add rice mixture to shrimp mixture. Refrigerate until chilled.

SHRIMP SALADRECIPE

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups cleaned shelled shrimp 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet pickle 1/2 cup French dressing, below 1 small onion cut in rings mixed salad greens

PREPARATION:

Mix together shrimp, sweet pickle, and French dressing. Serve over mixed greens and top with onion rings. Shrimp salad serves 3 to 4.

French Dressing

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or vinegar 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt dash pepper 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard dash cayenne, optional Whisk together all ingredients in a cup small bowl.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA

INGREDIENTS:

4 cups cooked and drained spiral or shell pasta or (any you prefer) 1 cup frozen peas (thawed) 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 2 cups fine shredded cheese (cheddar or mixed) 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper 1/2 cup finely shredded carrot (may omit) 2 cups imitation crabmeat shredded 2 cups Ranch or Peppercorn Ranch Dressing (bottled) 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese (optional)

PREPARATION:

Cook pasta until done but not overcooked. Cool under cold running water; drain well. In large bowl combine all ingredients except tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. Toss gently but blend thoroughly. Refrigerate 3-4 hours.

If texture is dry add more dressing, top with tomatoes and parmesan cheese.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH CELERY

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups cooked shrimp, halved lengthwise and chilled 1 cup thinly sliced celery 1 tablespoon finely minced onion 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup mayonnaise salt and pepper to taste Romaine lettuce or mixed greens thinly sliced tomatoes avocado slices, optional cherry tomato slices, optional

PREPARATION:

In a medium bowl, mix shrimp with celery, onion, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve on a bed of romaine lettuce and thinly sliced tomatoes or mixed greens. Garnish with avocado slices or cherry tomato slices. 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. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/shrimp-salad-recipes-to-tickle-the-palate http://www.artwoo.com/article/shrimp-salad-recipes-to-tickle-the-palate#comments Sun, 25 Feb 2007 14:27:07 +0000 shrimp saladchicken bouillontabasco saucegreen onionssweet pickleteaspoontomatoes http://www.artwoo.com/article/shrimp-salad-recipes-to-tickle-the-palate shrimp salad recipes that I've come across with. Do feel fry to try them a home.

SHRIMP SALAD JOAQUIN

1 pound shrimp, cooked 1 cup chopped green onions 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic -- minced 2 cups water 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 3 teaspoons chicken bouillon 1 teaspoon red pepper 1 cup rice 2 tomatoes -- chopped 1 bell pepper -- chopped

In large bowl, combine shrimp, onions, garlic and oil. Cover and refrigerate overnight. cook rice in water with bouillon, hot sauce, and red pepper for 20 minutes. Let cool.

Add tomatoes and bell peppers. Add rice mixture to shrimp mixture. Refrigerate until chilled.

SHRIMP SALADRECIPE

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups cleaned shelled shrimp 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet pickle 1/2 cup French dressing, below 1 small onion cut in rings mixed salad greens

PREPARATION:

Mix together shrimp, sweet pickle, and French dressing. Serve over mixed greens and top with onion rings. Shrimp salad serves 3 to 4.

French Dressing

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice or vinegar 1/3 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt dash pepper 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard dash cayenne, optional Whisk together all ingredients in a cup small bowl.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH ANGEL HAIR PASTA

INGREDIENTS:

4 cups cooked and drained spiral or shell pasta or (any you prefer) 1 cup frozen peas (thawed) 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 2 cups fine shredded cheese (cheddar or mixed) 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper 1/2 cup finely shredded carrot (may omit) 2 cups imitation crabmeat shredded 2 cups Ranch or Peppercorn Ranch Dressing (bottled) 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese (optional)

PREPARATION:

Cook pasta until done but not overcooked. Cool under cold running water; drain well. In large bowl combine all ingredients except tomatoes and Parmesan cheese. Toss gently but blend thoroughly. Refrigerate 3-4 hours.

If texture is dry add more dressing, top with tomatoes and parmesan cheese.

SHRIMP SALAD WITH CELERY

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups cooked shrimp, halved lengthwise and chilled 1 cup thinly sliced celery 1 tablespoon finely minced onion 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup mayonnaise salt and pepper to taste Romaine lettuce or mixed greens thinly sliced tomatoes avocado slices, optional cherry tomato slices, optional

PREPARATION:

In a medium bowl, mix shrimp with celery, onion, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve on a bed of romaine lettuce and thinly sliced tomatoes or mixed greens. Garnish with avocado slices or cherry tomato slices. 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. ]]> 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 cheddar cheese, 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.



=> Taco Pie Recipe: Tasty Taco Pie

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

1 (8 oz.) package refrigerated crescent rolls 1 pound ground beef 1 (1 oz.) package taco seasoning mix 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: Tamale 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 ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/tasty-and-healthy-spinach-salad-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/tasty-and-healthy-spinach-salad-recipes#comments Thu, 22 Feb 2007 00:27:04 +0000 spinach salad recipehard boiled eggswilted spinach saladmalt vinegarmiracle whipmandarin orangesbacon http://www.artwoo.com/article/tasty-and-healthy-spinach-salad-recipes
24-HOUR SPINACH SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

1 pound Fresh Spinach -- torn in pieces 1 pound Bacon -- chopped 1 Head Lettuce -- torn in pieces 1 medium red onion -- diced 6 Eggs, Hard-Boiled -- cut in wedges 3/4 cup Mayonnaise 3/4 cup Miracle Whip 8 ounces Swiss cheese

Directions:

This is a layered salad, don't mix until serving time.

Place prepared spinach in bottom of large bowl, sprinkle with salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Add prepared bacon, do not mix. Add onion and prepared lettuce, add the eggs.

Mix both mayonnaise and Miracle Whip and pour over eggs, cut up the Swiss cheese and place over mayonnaise. Cover and let the salad set for 24 hours. Mix and stir just before serving.

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM DRESSING RECIPE

Ingredients: 2 heads spinach; torn 1 small can mandarin oranges; drained 1 avocado; sliced

Dressing

2 teaspoons sugar 2 green onions; sliced 4 slices bacon; chopped 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons water

Directions:

Tear spinach into bowl; season with salt and pepper. Fry bacon crisp; add vinegar, water, sugar and onion; heat to boiling. Pour over spinach. Toss until wilted. Add mandarin oranges and avocado.

SPINACH FLAMBE RECIPE

Ingredients:

6 bunches spinach -- washed and dried 6 hard-boiled eggs -- sliced 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper 12 strips bacon, crisply fried -- chopped 3/4 cup bacon drippings 1/2 cup malt vinegar 1/4 cup lemon juice 4 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 1/2 ounce brandy (100 proof)

Directions:

Tear spinach into bite-sized pieces and place in large salad bowl. Add egg slices, salt and pepper.

Mix remaining ingredients except brandy in small saucepan and heat until very hot. Heat brandy briefly, add to saucepan and ignite. Pour flaming dressing over spinach and toss gently but thoroughly. Serve on warm salad plates.

SHRIMP AND GRAPEFRUIT SPINACH SALAD RECIPE

Ingredients:

3 pink grapefruit 3 tablespoons wine vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard Salt and pepper 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 1/2 pound spinach, stems trimmed and leaves washed well 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Directions:

With a sharp knife, peel the grapefruit, removing all the bitter white pith. Slice about 3/8 inch thick. In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Drizzle in 1/2 cup of the oil, whisking to combine. Season the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.

In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp, and cook, turning once, until pink, about 3 minutes per side. Add the grapefruit, cooked shrimp, spinach, and onion to the vinaigrette in the large bowl. Toss well. 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. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/3-great-coconut-shrimp-recipes http://www.artwoo.com/article/3-great-coconut-shrimp-recipes#comments Thu, 20 Apr 2006 13:50:03 +0000 coconut shrimpshrimp kabobsshrimp recipespineapple salsacoconut oilbeer batterteaspoons http://www.artwoo.com/article/3-great-coconut-shrimp-recipes coconut shrimp, here are three different, but very good coconut shrimp recipes to try.

Coconut Beer Batter Fried Shrimp with Pineapple Salsa

2 eggs 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup beer 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined coconut oil 3 cups grated coconut

Seasoning mix:

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper 2-1/4 teaspoons salt 1-1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika 1-1/2 teaspoons black pepper 1-1/4 teaspoons garlic powder 3/4 teaspoon onion powder 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Thoroughly combine the ingredients for the seasoning mix in a small bowl and set aside.

Mix 1-1/4 cups of the flour, 2 teaspoons of the seasoning mix, baking powder, eggs, and beer together in a bowl, breaking up all lumps until it is smooth.

Combine the remaining flour with 1-1/2 teaspoons of the seasoning mix and set aside. Place the coconut in a separate bowl.

Sprinkle both sides of the shrimps with the remaining seasoning mix. Then hold each shrimp by the tail, dredge in the flour mixture, shake off excess, dip in batter and allow excess to drip off. Coat each shrimp with the coconut and place on a baking sheet.

Heat deep fryer to 350F. Drop each shrimp into the hot oil and cook until golden brown, approximately 1/2 to 1 minute on each side. Do not crowd the fryer. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

Lay shrimp on large lettuce leaves and serve with Pineapple Salsa dip. Garnish with lemon, orange, or lime wedges.

Pineapple Salsa

1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple 1/3 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup pineapple preserves (or apricot-pineapple preserves) 1 tablespoon finely chopped seeded fresh jalapeno chili 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Combine ingredients and gently toss.

Coconut Shrimp Kabobs with Island Coconut Salsa

1 lb. shell-on shrimp, uncooked 1/3 cup coconut milk, canned and sweetened 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 teaspoon red chili peppers, seeded and minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 12 to 18 fresh pineapple chunks

Island Coconut Salsa

1 cup flaked coconut 1 cup chopped cilantro 1 cup chopped green onion 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger 1 to 2 teaspoons minced garlic clove 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 cup olive oil or macadamia nut oil

Peel and devein shrimp retaining tails; set aside. Combine coconut milk, lime juice, garlic, red peppers, cumin, coriander and pepper; pour over shrimp. Marinate no more than 1 hour. Thread shrimp and pineapple chunks on skewers. Broil or grill, 3 minutes per side, or until shrimp are done. Arrange coconut shrimp on large lettuce leaves. Serve with Island Coconut Salsa on the side.

Caribbean Shrimp Run Down

1 lb shell-on shrimp, uncooked 3 tablespoons lime or lemon juice 3 cups coconut milk 1 large onion 3 cloves garlic Finely chopped hot pepper to taste 1 lb. tomatoes, peeled and chopped 1 Tbsp. vinegar 1 t. fresh chopped thyme Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Peel and devein shrimp retaining tails. Pour the lime juice over the shrimp and set aside. Cook the coconut milk in a heavy frying pan until it is oily. Add the onion, garlic and cook until the onion is tender. Add the hot pepper, tomatoes, salt and pepper, thyme and vinegar. Stir and cook very gently for 10 minutes.

Drain the shrimp, add the other ingredients and cook until the shrimp is tender, about 10 minutes. Serve hot over rice. Preparation time: 30 minutes.

By Dianne Ronnow © 2006 Mohave Publishing. All rights reserved. If you love coconut shrimp, check out the website at http://Coconut-Shrimp.com today. Thousands of people are losing weight and getting healthier with coconut oil diets. Find out what their diet secrets are at http://coconut-oil-diet.com now! ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/super-quick-pea-salads http://www.artwoo.com/article/super-quick-pea-salads#comments Sun, 06 Aug 2006 10:27:12 +0000 addpea salad recipegarlic clovemayonnaisehard boiled eggpinch of saltcheese http://www.artwoo.com/article/super-quick-pea-salads
If you're putting a meal together and need something quick to go with it, a simple pea salad recipe may be the answer.

It's very simple, just drain the water from a can of peas and put peas into a bowl. Add a little chopped vegetable and a tablespoon or so of mayonnaise and mix.

That's the basic recipe, here's a few suggestions to spice it up a little:

1 - Add a slice of finely chopped onion. You don't need much and it really adds flavour.

2 - Mince a small garlic clove and add to salad. Do this only if you like garlic.

3 - Add other vegetables. Cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, celery and more. Chop them up very fine and add sparingly. Like the onion you don't need much.

4 - Cheese it up. Shred or cube some cheese and throw it in. Any kind will do. You could also use some 3 cheese ranch dressing rather than mayonnaise for the dressing.

5 - Add a hard boiled egg, peeled and chopped of course. This mixes very well with the mayonnaise.

6 - Chopped sweet pickle or relish will sweeten it up and add a little crunch.

7 - Enhance the mayonnaise dressing with a little shot of mustard.

8 - Add a pinch of spice. Oregano, dill, cilantro, any others you may like.

9 - A pinch of salt will bring the flavours together.

10 - You may want to add a can of beans such as green, waxed, garbanzo, kidney etc. Any type of salad bean will do. This is a great way to make your salad more interesting.

When you have your ingredients all together, gently mix and refrigerate. If you are in a hurry to get it on the table just chill it in the freezer for 5 minutes or so. Gordon Angrignon is a sea-urchin diver from Cumberland, British Columbia on Vancouver Island. When not on the fishing grounds he's busy researching and making salads for his website http://www.easysaladrecipes.com, a compilation of free salad recipes including http://www.easysaladrecipes.com/englishpeasaladrecipe.html ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/as-a-salad-or-as-a-chicken-salad-sandwich-the-day-after http://www.artwoo.com/article/as-a-salad-or-as-a-chicken-salad-sandwich-the-day-after#comments Thu, 01 Feb 2007 22:27:02 +0000 chicken salad sandwich recipeschicken salad sandwich recipechicken salad sandwichapple slicessandwich ingredientsteaspoonkaiser rolls http://www.artwoo.com/article/as-a-salad-or-as-a-chicken-salad-sandwich-the-day-after
Just throw in maybe feta or mozzarella cheese, place it on any bread of your choice, pop it in the oven and you are ready to go with a totally different dish. For your convenience, I have compiled the following must-try chicken salad sandwich recipes for all those salad left-overs.

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH

Ingredients 1/2 - cups cooked chicken breast, diced 1/2 - cup celery, diced 1/2 - onion, diced 1/2 - cup salad dressing (or mayonnaise) 1/2 - teaspoon oregano 1/4 - teaspoon salt 1/8 - teaspoon pepper 1 - hard-cooked egg, peeled 1 - tomato, 8 slices 4 - lettuce leaves 8 - slices of bread (your choice of bread)

Directions

You want to add the cooked chicken breast, celery, onion, salad dressing (or mayonnaise), oregano, salt, pepper, hard-cooked egg in a food processor.

Pulsate food processor about 4 times.

You want ingredients well mixed; however, only coarsely chopped.

With a tablespoon, spread chicken salad mixture on a slice of bread; add 2 tomato slices, a leaf of lettuce and top with second bread slice.

WALDORF CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH

INGREDIENTS:

4 Kaiser rolls, cut in half 1 cup deli chicken salad 12 very thin apple slices 4 slices Cheddar cheese

PREPARATION:

Layer bottom half of each roll with salad, 3 apple slices and 1 cheese slice. Top with tops of rolls. (You can spread the kaiser rolls with a thin layered of softened butter before making the sandwiches, if you'd like.) 4 servings

CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH RECIPE

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked diced chicken Miracle Whip Salad Dressing 1 cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons pickle relish 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon dill 8 slices thin white bread

Directions:

Mix together ingredients. Chill for several hours. Spread chicken mixture on bread and remove crusts. Cut into squares or triangles.

PESTO CHICKEN SALAD ON BAGELS

Ingredients:

1 cup diced cooked chicken 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped tomatoes 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/2 cup purchased pesto 4 whole wheat -- or white bagels, split

Directions:

In large bowl, combine all ingredients except bagels; mix well. Spread chicken mixture on each bagel half. 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. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/safe-hair-loss-treatment-herbal-hair-remedies http://www.artwoo.com/article/safe-hair-loss-treatment-herbal-hair-remedies#comments Thu, 21 Dec 2006 06:27:30 +0000 herbal hair losshair loss remedieshair loss treatmentscarthamus tinctoriusherbsaccustomsafflower oil http://www.artwoo.com/article/safe-hair-loss-treatment-herbal-hair-remedies accustom themselves with this new condition. But I would suggest all folks who feel traumatized because of their partial or complete hair loss to better search for remedies instead of feeling bad about it for the whole of their life.

There is a wide range of remedial options which claim to offer permanent cure to hair loss. Herbal remedies are the best treatment options available though. There are two advantages with herbal hair loss treatment, first it is cost effective and secondly it doesn't give way to side effects that you may experience with other hair loss treatments. Herbal hair loss remedies are of two types, either it could be in form of herbs meant to be ingested or there could herbs to be massaged or applied on scalp.

In this article I would restrict myself to relate only external use herbs for hair. There is a good number of external use herbs which are applied on the scalp but only a few of them have the proven record of bringing back hair on scalp.

Following are some of the easily available herbs:

1.Carthamus Tinctorius: It is popularly known as Safflower oil. This oil happens to be very useful in making hair follicles work again. It tends to increase blood circulation towards follicles making follicles enriched with essential elements to combat any disruption in its functioning. It could be applied twice on scalp in a day. A consistent and long term use would give positive results.

2.Onion: This essential food ingredient happens to be a unanimous choice as herbal paste to be applied on scalp for improving hair regeneration. Onion proves effective because of its sulfur content. Before taking bath you can apply onion on your scalp. The practice could be continued for months to get the desired effect.

3.Red Henna: It is very common herb in use to combat hair loss. This herb is better suggested to be used twice a week. If you constantly keep applying red henna on your scalp you would prevent hair fall and you might be able to activate follicles for hair regeneration.

4.Aloe Vera: It is also common use herb for various purposes and its efficacy for treating hair loss is due to presence of nitric oxide and certain enzymes that help in hair nourishment and growth.

5.Red Pepper: It also serves the same purpose. But it shouldn't be excessively used on hairs.

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