Archive for August, 2010
Posted on August 30, 2010 by admin
Washing
Submerge the herbs in cold water rather than just rinsing them off.
Removing Stems
For many herbs, you’ll be removing stems. When working with herbs such as parsley, dill and sage, removing the main stem or stalk is the most important part. The smaller stems that the leaves are attached too are okay to leave a bit on here and there.
For herbs with woody stalks like rosemary and thyme you’ll want to strip the leaves at their base to avoid any bitter stems.
Preserving
Ice Cubes
Extra chopped herbs can easily be preserved by adding a teaspoon to ice cube trays, covering with a teaspoon of water and frozen. These frozen herb-sicles can be added to soups or dishes as they are heating for a fresh burst of flavor in winter months.
Rolled Packets
After rinsing and drying fresh herbs, stack them as evenly as possible into a pile. Roll tightly and place in the bottom of a freezer zip-top bag or reusable bag. Remove all air from the bag and seal tightly. Freeze. You can slice strips in the desired amount of the end of this roll to add to dishes once it is frozen.
Read more: http://www.simplebites.net/back-to-cooking-school-working-with-fresh-herbs/.
Posted on August 29, 2010 by admin
I am having a series marathon of Gossip Girl and from there I actually heard of investing in gold bullion to secure one’s wealth. So it is indeed true and this form of investment is getting really popular. Gold bullion is considered a unique investment and it is known to help expand one’s investments, safeguard wealth and preserve your purchasing power. This is still a bit new to me though I have been reading a lot about it. If you are likewise interested, United States Gold Bureau is a good place to start. From there you can purchase gold and other precious metals, plus they also have a group of dedicated hard asset professionals who are very much willing to guide you with whatever precious metals investment needs that you may have.
Posted on August 24, 2010 by admin
Chinese American Potato Salad
~about 8 cups
* 1 1/4 cup peas (freshly shelled or frozen)
* 3/4 cup diced (1/4″) carrot
* 3 cups diced (3/4″) cooked russet potato
* 2 cups diced (1/4″) ham
* 3 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped
* 1/2 cup + 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
* 1 tablespoon honey dijon mustard
* kosher salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste
Instructions -
1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, set up a bowl of salted ice water on the side.
2. Put peas into boiling water for about 2 minutes, or just until tender but not mushy. Scoop out with strainer and set in ice water immediately. Set aside to drain thoroughly and cool.
3. Bring water back to a boil, making sure you have ice water reset. Cook carrots for about 4 minutes, or until tender. Place in ice water immediately. Drain thoroughly and set aside to cool.
4. Before you assemble, make sure all ingredients are dry and cool. You don’t want excess water and you don’t want the ingredients to be warm.
5. In a large bowl, toss together peas, carrots, potato, ham, egg, mayonnaise, and mustard. Season to taste. Serve as is or in a sandwich.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
~via http://www.foodmayhem.com/.
Posted on August 23, 2010 by admin
Aside from doing tasks and catching up with friends, shopping is one of the things I enjoy doing online. That is, if I have the budget. Right now, I don’t have the extra funds for unnecessary shopping. But surely though, we would allot a little extra for Christmas shopping. That’s why I am always in search of coupons or discounts to make the most of my very limited budget. You won’t believe how much shopping you could do with coupons on hand.
Posted on August 17, 2010 by admin
Do you want to win the items below?
1st price – Ladies Chronograph (bic face) watch
2nd price – Kate Spade kikay kit (orange)
3rd price – Kate Spade kikay kit (floral)
My friend Faye is having a blog contest and it is open to international readers. Check her blog contest post here.
Here’s how to join:
1. Subscribe to her feed via email located right side bar (REQUIRED) – 1 Entry
2. Blog about the contest along with the Prizes {You MUST include the Prizes and My link}- 5 Entries
- If you have multiple blogs, much better. Each blog post along with the Prizes -5 Entries.
3. Leave a comment in this post telling Faye what you did and give the link of the blog post. 1 Entry.
4. Comment to any of her post. From August 8,2010 to Sept 8,2010 and you’ll have 1 entry each comment.
-Make it sure it’s at least three word ! LOL And NO SPAMMING, PLEASE!
The Contest Ends on the 8th of Sept 2010 so if you wish to participate you must enter before that date. Winners will be announced on Sept 18,2010! The winners will be picked through Random.org!
Posted on August 16, 2010 by admin
My son has this habit of eating snacks an hour or so before we have our dinner. And sometimes he would be full, he couldn’t eat dinner. I came across these non-suppers. I better stock on these foods. At least if he eats snacks before dinner, it wouldn’t be that bad even if he skips dinner.
1. Cheese & Crackers
Bonus Points:
* 1 fruit or vegetable
* cold chicken or roast beef
2.Yogurt & Applesauce
Bonus points:
* slice of toast
* handful of nuts
* a shake of granola or meusli
3. Peanut Butter Toast & Banana
Bonus Points:
* Whole wheat bread
* All-natural peanut butter
* carrot sticks
4. Granola & Milk
Bonus Points:
* fresh berries
* dried fruit
5. Egg “McMuffin”
Bonus Points:
* fresh fruit
* slice of tomato or lettuce
* A slice of turkey breast, or low-salt ham
6. Fruit Smoothie
Bonus Points:
* add oatmeal
* add Peanut Butter (Peanut Butter Smoothie recipe)
* add Spinach
* use coconut milk
7. Veggies & Dip
Bonus Points:
* add whole wheat pita chips or strips
* add cold chicken for dipping
8. Raisin Bran Muffin & Hot Cocoa
Bonus Points:
* use 70% pure cocoa powder (a top ten super food for kids)
* add zucchini, carrot or pumpkin to the muffins
9. Whole Wheat Grilled Cheese
Bonus Points:
* a slice of tomato
* raw fruit or veg accompaniment
* homemade pickle (link to Lynn)
10. Tuna Salad on Whole Wheat Bread/Bun
Bonus Points:
* Low-fat mayo
* diced celery and apple in the mix
Source: http://www.simplebites.net/.
Posted on August 12, 2010 by admin
Accidents are unexpected and most of the time unpredictable. So what do you do when you have been involved in such. It’s good news that there are lawyers solely dedicated to handling accident cases. O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath has group of lawyers, like Auto Accident Attorney Nebraska, who are committed to helping victims of accidents. What’s great about them is you get free initial consultation with them. And you are not required to pay them anything until your case is won and you have received money from those responsible for your accident or injury. Slip and fall, serious injury, defective products and drunk driving victims are just some of the cases that they have successfully handled.
Posted on August 12, 2010 by admin
Another item added on my wish list. Ever since I saw these on Lifestyle Network, I know I have to get some. I always stock up on veggies, but most would usually wilt easily even if kept at the fridge. These containers promise to keep our produce fresher, longer. I hope I find one here as I don’t want to order abroad anymore. In short, I don’t have much $$$ to spend. 
Rubbermaid Produce Saver Square Food Storage Container
* Clear base with green lid
* Keeps produce fresh & crisp longer
* Fresh vent provides airflow
* Crisp tray raises produce out of moisture
* Easy Find Lids snap to bottom of base and to each other
Posted on August 12, 2010 by admin
Ingredients
* 4 whole Grilled Chicken Breasts, Sliced
* 1 pound Penne Pasta, Cooked Until Al Dente
* ½ sticks Butter
* 3 whole Lemons, Juiced
* ¾ cups Heavy Cream
* ¼ cups Half-and-half
* 1-½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (or Romano)
* Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper, To Taste
* 20 whole Basil Leaves, Chopped
Preparation Instructions
Cook pasta, reserving 1 cup of hot pasta water when you drain. Set pasta aside in a colander.
In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Squeeze in the juice of 3 to 4 lemons. Whisk together. Pour in cream and half-and-heat. Whisk until hot. Dump in cheese and whisk until melted. Add salt and pepper. Check consistency, adding some of the hot pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
Pour pasta and sauce into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle remaining basil all over the top, then add sliced chicken breasts. Serve immediately!
~via http://thepioneerwoman.com/.
Posted on August 12, 2010 by admin
I came across this news this morning about discovering a rare gold coin somewhere in Israel. The coin is 2,200 years old and is said to be the most expensive coin that has been found in Israel. The coin dates back more than 2 millennia and still in excellent condition with great value. No wonder gold coin as an investment product is growing in popularity nowadays. And when it comes to this type of investment, United States Gold Bureau is the one that is most trusted. They have a group of dedicated and knowledgeable professionals that will help you with whatever precious metals investment need that you may have.
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