Garlic Mushrooms, Queens of the Kitchen

By Ella Simmons

The best world's chefs are men. However, the most part of the cooking population is formed of women. Since ancient times, men were hunting and women were cooking the capture their husbands brought home. Nowadays, it's easier: shopping goes much better than hunting.

Learning how to cook mushrooms is easy. The most difficult part is picking the right mushrooms from the forest, in order to avoid poisoning.

For your safety, the best way to get the mushromms is to buy them from department stores and supermarkets, and not from the open market. If you want, you can buy canned mushrooms, but they won't taste the same as fresh ones.

Cooks know that mushroom is a complete aliment, full of nutrients and especially rich in vitamin D. Vegetarians could eat mushrooms instead of meat and feel well and healthy. Mushrooms give energy.

There are so many books of mushroom recipes, that one can provide great variety of meals, all based on mushrooms. An important tip in cooking, is to cut all similar veggies in equal parts. This will ensure that all pieces will be ready in the same time.

Cleaning the mushrooms is a very detailed operation and it needs to be done with great care and with your glasses on, in case you need them. They grow in the ground, so they may have a lot of dirt and small residues on them. It's not always a good idea to cook those things and eat them. You may get in trouble.

When cleaning mushrooms, a small, soft brush may be of great help. Running water is also a must, if you want to get rid of all small organisms that live on a mushroom. Sometimes, you'll need to peel the surface layer, because the dirt could be impossible to remove.

Beware that it is very easy to get an indigestion from under cooked mushrooms. They are hard to digest and you may feel ill if you eat them raw. Average size mushrooms need a cooking time of about 15-20 minutes.

The simplest way to cook mushrooms is to fill them with small pieces of cheese and ham and put them in the oven at average temperature for 15 minutes. You'll know when they are ready, because they will start spreading the smell all over the kitchen.

About the Author:

Ella, the author of this article, runs her own cooking website, where she teaches people how to cook food, in step by step recipes. She offers free cooking recipes delivered to you by e-mail every day.

10 smart ways to improve your outdoor cooking experience

By Stephen Kember

Summer is the time for outdoor living and barbecues. Here are 20 tips that will help you get the most out of your outdoor cooking :

1. You have to chose will it be gas or charcoal that you're going to cook with? Chose charcoal if you like the smokey flavor; chose gas if like cleanliness, control and convenience. But do, do remember if its charcoal always light the fire naturally, never with fuel as it taints the flavor regardless of the time that you wait to start cooking!

2. Consider carefully whether your outdoor cooking equipment purchase is going to be an investment Don't go cheap! Go for quality, it pays every time in both the short and long term.

3. Go for the size of burner, measured in its BTU output, that meets your cooking needs; don't go too small; large stockpots require powerful burners;

4. Buy the right kit for the job in hand. e.g. portable pick up & go grills are great for tailgating but they'll disappoint on the patio when friends come around. Think about what you'll be cooking; often its better to buy an all in kit rather than buying the individual items separately; e.g. a turkey fryer kit;

5. Think about 'where' you're going to be cooking outdoors and buy your kit accordingly. Ask yourself, will we be cooking on the patio, or taking it outback, or wherever; this makes a big difference to your choice; indeed usually folk decide that they need quite separate cooking equipment for different situations.

6. Your choice of outdoor cooking kit should be guided by what style of cooking best suits you and your family. If Jambalaya is your passion then get a Jambalaya pot; if your going to be frying turkeys get a turkey fryer kit; don't try and mix and match, go for what suits best.

6. Think about what type of cooking you and the family prefer when deciding on your outdoor cooking equipment; don't try and mix and match, you need kit that meets your needs. If Jambalaya is for you then get a Jambalaya pot; if your passion is turkey frying then it has to be a turkey fryer kit.

8. Don't forget basic safety & hygiene advice when cooking outdoors. Keep fresh meat and your cooking utensils away from plates you'll be eating off; don't use large stockpots on a stove with extended legs; keep large stock pots on burners near to the ground or table top; and, plan things in advance; its when you're rushing that accidents happen;

9. Share recipes & cooking tips and you'll benefit in return from others. Avoid piercing food on the BBQ as the juices will escape and the food will dry out; ceramic grills are a good choice as their cooking process retains moisture & flavor; never cook meat that is not fully defrosted; generally speaking, try to cook slower rather than faster when cooking outdoors, except with steaks of course; avoid cooking meat too long on the grill as it easily dries out try to let meat rest once its cooked, without cutting it up, this allows juices to settle and the flavor to come out and marinating is great for meats & fish, especially when barbecuing, ideally overnight if you can for meats and just one hour for fish.

10. When using a grill with a lid, keep it closed as much as possible so as to retain heat and sustain a consistent cooking ambiance.

10. Don't open the lid of your grill when grilling too often; as this spoils the almost ideal cooking conditions within.

About the Author:

Stephen Kember is a acknowledged expert in outdoor living & outdoor cooking. He now runs The Outdoor Cooking Equipment Store where you can view a wide selection of Outdoor Cooking Equipment. Take a look at some of the great value kits, such as the turkey fryer kits, where for a very limited period prices have been significantly reduced

Fresh Shellfish, Great To Have For For Dinner?

By Shannon Linnen

A wonderful thing to eat all year round is fresh shellfish. It includes clams, scallops, mussels and more. Farm-raised cultured mussels are fresh and readily available. Wild varieties are equally delicious. Clams are a very popular addition to pasta dishes. Hard clams, also called quahogs, live in sandy coves and can be caught when the tide is low. A great dish to enjoy with butter and garlic is stuffed quahogs. And there is always clam chowder of course.

There is nothing like fresh shellfish to take your mind off the hot weather of the summer. A plate of raw or barbequed oysters can be good appetizer to a light yet delicious meal. You can buy them in most markets and also from reputed farms breeding them especially for sale. Buying them easily and at good prices is an advantage enjoyed by people lucky enough to live by a port or in coastal zones.

Scallops are meatier than clams and require very little preparation. Sea scallops are delightfully large, though must be shucked (removed from their shells) almost immediately after capture to ensure they don't lose moisture and die. It is important not to overcook scallops, or you will end up with a chewy, inedible morsel.

Mussels come with blue-black shells and brown hairs called byssal threads attached to their shell. Their meat is usually an orange color and they are full of protein. As with clams, mussels taste best steamed and should remain encased in their shell until cooking.

They are truly tasty and are a symbol of excellence in every type of cuisine. Lobster is a cuisine favorite in fancy, high-end restaurants and is the most expensive of all fresh shellfish. Other fresh shellfish includes lobster and crab. Both are bigger and more substantial than their other, small shelled relatives.

Once you get down to the meaty goodness of crab legs, you will want to make this fresh shellfish part of your everyday meal planning. Crab is maybe the most popular shellfish and is widely bought and eaten. The crabbing industry is a multi-million dollar one. While eating crab can be messy and often difficult, special tools have been created to make cracking crab easier.

Living a healthier lifestyle is becoming more and more difficult. Food items purchased at the local grocery are not necessarily all that good for you. The packaging may look great but the contents could be worse than you think. This is not an issue with fresh shellfish or other fresh seafood items. The ocean is the perfect nursery to grow these healthy and tasty critters. Keep your healthy lifestyle on track and satisfy your tastebuds with fresh shellfish on a regular basis.

A good thing to remember is that you can always get fresh shellfish, regardless of where you live. It is no longer necessary to live on the coast or near the ocean. You can always visit any one of the ever increasing amount of online seafood vendors. Quality Fresh Seafood is just one of the obvious choices. You can always have your shellfish order delivered to you overnight.

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The king of seafood is the lobster dinner, and to ensure you're getting the freshest, order it online. Accompany your delicious feast with lobster clambake. To order ocean-themed meals please visit Quality Fresh Seafood.

Making Your Own Wine -Fun, Easy And Delicious!

By Georgia Sutherland

Making home made wine is a fast growing hobby. No wonder, making wine at home has a variety of benefits.

One reason is that the information about wine making is becoming much more available. Books with wine recipes, and a number of "How to's" can easily be found making it easy to get started.

One other reason is that making your own wine can be a lot less expensive than purchasing wine in the store.You can make wine for pennies per bottle. Big difference from the ever increasing prices of commercial wine.

But my favorite reason is that it is just plain fun to make your own wine. There is something so gratifying to choose the fruit, choose the recipe and the type of yeast, prepare the must, nurse it, follow the fermentation... all the steps until you can uncork your own proudly made delicious and unique wine.

Home made wine can be a wonderful and one of a kind gift, of course in a beautiful bottle and with your own label. Having friends and family over for wine tastings of various wines you have made is another fun aspect of home wine making.

It is easy to get started even of you have never made wine before. There is no need to purchase expensive equipment or gadgets. You will need a few simple and inexpensive things such as a vessel to do the fermenting in. -that can be a five gallon bucket, and air lock and some tubing to decant the wine with.

There are basically three levels of home wine making.

1. Purchasing a wine kit. Here everything is included, you need only follow the instructions.

2.Making wine from fruit juices.

3. Making wine from fruit and berries.

Making your very own wine is a satisfying hobby and art. It is pleasing and nourishing to the palate as well.

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Choosing The Right BBQ For You

By Corey Hare

For someone that is more on the go but still wants to bring the fun of barbecuing with them, portable bbq's are where it's at! However, choosing the right bbq for the job can sometimes be a daunting task.

There are a fair amount of options to choose from when you go out to the shopping center. Each of the separate types end in very unique results in the food's taste in the end. Basically, it all depends with how you want things grilled. You can choose various types of gas like natural and propane. Or you can go with a smaller approach with charcoal. You may even want to buy an electric bbq. Each of these grill types have their own pros and cons.

If you are thinking about a gas style grill, you need to think about whether or not you can buy the type of gas you need in your area. It would be horrible to buy a nice new grill and later find out that you can't buy the right gas anywhere in your town.

The next thing to look at is what the bbq is constructed with and will it last and serve you for a for years to come. Acknowledge that these grills are mainly left outside so buying a cover is always a good idea as well.

There are a lot more options out now with the different types of materials that the main cooking surface is constructed from. You will have to decide which of these is your best for your situation because some cook better and others are a lot easier to clean.

A lot of grills today are also given the ability to control the temperature inside more acutely. Choosing one of these styles of grills may help you your cooking and cause less burnt food and ruined appetites.

With the number of different bbq types to choose from and the costs associated that you can spend on them, it can because a huge decision. However, realizing what you need to cook will make the decision much easier.

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Desserts with a Healthy Twist

By Kristen Thorpe

Let's face it, when you've had a busy day, you want to be able to come home and unwind. Maybe enjoy some white wine and cheese, or maybe a delicious chocolate dessert. While we certainly deserve our treats, some of these can add unwanted pounds. For dessert-lovers, the trick to keeping trim is to create your own unique recipes. Here a just a couple of simple ideas that you might enjoy.

Now remember, whether you're cooking a meal or baking a dessert, take the time to make it fun - be creative and don't make it too difficult. It can be as easy as taking a store-bought mix and adding some special ingredients of your own. Be sure to substitute the healthiest ingredients you can so the dessert is delicious but less fattening.

Here's a fun cookie recipe to try that starts with a box of double chocolate cake mix. With a few minor adjustments you can easily create pancake cookies, and they will even be low fat too. All it takes is combining your mix with one half cup of soymilk, 2 caps of vegetable oil and a little water. Mix until the consistency is like cookie dough, then spoon on a pan and bake in the oven for about 10 minutes. If the cookies become too puffy during baking, just take a spatula or fork and flatten them to look more like pancakes. Once they're done, remove and cool on a cooling rack.

As they cool, cut up some fresh strawberries and then take one of the cookies and sprinkle the fruit on top. If the cookie is still warm, it will have a very soft texture and will blend nicely with the fruit. I suggest also grabbing a glass of nice, cold soymilk to compliment the chocolate taste, Grab a fork and enjoy!

Another quick and healthy idea is to grab a box granola and a variety of mixed berries from your grocery store. Take the berries and heat them up in the oven for about 5-10 minutes. Then take the granola, add a bit of soymilk and heat it up in the microwave for a little less than a minute. Place the heated fruit on top, stir it up and indulge. This taste pairs perfectly with a nice herbal tea.

These are just a couple of simple recipes that anyone can make. You can come up with other great creative healthy dessert ideas of your own. Remember that a dessert doesn't have to be overly fattening or rich to be very satisfying. Have fun with trying different combinations and you'll find you can create wonderful desserts that you can call you're very own.

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Seafood Is Healthy, Delicious, And Easy To Prepare

By Shannon Linnen

To put it succinctly, whatever anyone says, seafood is healthy. Well, with some caveats: seafood fished from polluted rivers, city rivers, or contaminated lakes are far from healthy -- they may contain PCBs, mercury, or other harmful chemicals. But across the board the fish, shellfish and crustacean dishes you can find at restaurants or supermarkets near you all are nigh-guaranteed to do your body good. Considering the latest dieting crazes, seafood has in place in most of them. This is because seafood has nearly miraculous nutrition powers. To put it succinctly, whatever anyone says, seafood is healthy.One way to ensure the highest of quality when obtaining your seafood is to purchase from a reputable online vendor. They can have your seafood shipped overnight from a coastal location where freshness is guaranteed!

One of the reasons that seafood is healthy has to do with the biochemistry and lifestyle of the fish. Fishes, in order to breathe, must swim constantly. Their entire body is lean muscle, the delicious seafood fillets that wind up on your plate. Compared to the chubby unattractive cow, the life of a fish is one constant streamlined marathon.

A benefit to eating healthy seafood is that it is really easy to prepare and tastes great. Unlike other unpleasant "healthy" choices like algae goo and grass juice, seafood tastes absolutely wonderful. You can't go wrong preparing fish dishes. The simplest way to prepare salmon, for example, is to rub it with some spice - salt and pepper will do - and pan fry it in a quarter-sized drop of olive oil. First 6 minutes on the skin side and second 3 to 4 minutes on the flesh side should cook an average salmon fillet through.

Serve it with sautee'd or steamed vegetables, and you've got a healthy and filling meal. Lobster meat can by steamed by boiling lobsters in the shells, but dealing with fresh live lobster can be unnerving, and the best addition to lobster is drawn butter - not as healthy as pan seared salmon.

Another healthy substitution is to grill tuna steaks instead of greasy hamburgers, at your outdoor grill party. They prepare exactly the same way. Your guests will agree that seafood is healthy, and it also seems classier than humdrum burgers, when arranged on nice plates with a colorful garnish - maybe grated carrots and a lemon wedge.

The healthful features of seafood are the magical omega-3 fatty acids, found mostly in salmon, and reputed to clear up skin problems like acne, rosacea, and age lines.Fish is important for many near-vegetarians, who rely on fish for protein. These vegetarians are far healthier than those who eat no meat at all. Also "good" cholesterol and "good" fat, and a number of essential vitamins.

There are no two sides to this story. Fish is good for you and your health. Unless the fish comes from a polluted source, it contains no noxious elements. Fish is simple to prepare and does not require elaborate seasoning to bring out the best flavour. Your friends and associates will certainly be more impressed with a careful presentation of fish that of red meat or poultry. I am certainly going to eat fish today and I encourage you to do the same.

If you don not live close to the ocean, it can be frustrating to try and find fresh seafood. The good news is that you no longer have to worry about it. Just logon to the Internet and find a reputable online seafood vendor that offers overnight delivery. You can now get fresh seafood from the ocean straight to your door. Most vendors use either Fedex or UPS to ship their seafood overnight. Quality Fresh seafood is the premier online vendor for fresh seafood. Give them a try!

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A Clambake for Christmas

By Sherry Shantel

Clambakes have been around for a while now, in fact, they were introduced by Native Americans a hundred years ago. They are more known as New England Clambakes as they originated in the New England area. As Christmas is fast approaching, clambakes would make a great idea for a Christmas party gathering, don't you think?

Originally, clambakes were prepared in a pit wherein a layer of stones are placed on the bottom of it. And on top of these very hot stones, a layer of potatoes, live lobster, clams, and corn husks were laid with fresh seaweed separating the layers.

In order to cook the fresh seafood and vegetables, the Native Americans would make a large fire in the pit, on top of the stones. After the fire has been reduced to hot ash & embers, they would then put the seafood on the hot stones.

You can find many places to order your fresh shellfish for a healthy and enjoyable clam bake. Clambake orders generally come in two different varieties, the standard clambake and the super deluxe clambake. Both normally contain lobster bisque, clam chowder, and supplies you will need to prepare and serve your clambake. Shrimp, mussels, or other fresh seafood are added for the super deluxe clambake.

Ideally, for bigger parties, the super deluxe clambake for Christmas is often preferred as you are much less likely to run out of food with this type. In addition, the clambake would include more different varieties of seafood and vegetables which guests would surely love.

Modern cooking methods have replaced the old fashion preparation of the clambake. Now, clambakes are cooked on the stove, or on the grill. If you have a fire pit, you can cook your clambake there. Clambakes are a wonderful way to throw an outdoor party, and are more fun while camping. As an added bonus, outside cooking means minimal clean up.

Another good thing about clambakes is that they are very nutritious and healthy as they include seafood and vegetables. No wonder, they are a good idea for a Christmas party as they offer guests a different kind of enjoyment, entirely new from the typical gatherings which usually features not-so-healthy foods.

Talk about a real conversation starter - consider hosting a classic clambake for Christmas during the outdoor party season. The healthier clambake is in fact, superior to junk food or take-out and is definitely more interesting.

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The king of seafood is the giant lobster, and to ensure you're getting the freshest, order it online. Accompany your healthy meal with seafood combo meals. To order ocean-themed meals please visit Quality Fresh Seafood.

Making Chicken Noodle Soup in the Crockpot

By KC Kudra

It is true that you can use your crockpot to make a wonderful kettle of chicken noodle soup. While you are busy doing something else, it will be simmering away, creating a delicious bowl of healthy goodness. Whether you are an accomplished cook who uses only the freshest ingredients, or if you only cook when you absolutely have to with ready-made ingredients from the store, you can make a tasty chicken noodle soup in the crockpot that will be much better than canned soup.

If You Use Only the Freshest Ingredients...

If you prefer only fresh ingredients from the farmer's market, the crockpot can still serve you well. Take the skin off your chicken before cooking. You can use whatever you have on hand... a whole chicken, parts, or boneless pieces. Place the chicken in the crockpot with enough liquid to cover it. Add a stalk of celery, a whole carrot, half an onion or whatever you want to help flavor your broth. Simmer on high for at least 3 or 4 hours.

When the chicken is cooked thoroughly, remove it and let it cool. Remove the celery, carrot, onion, and anything else you can strain out of the broth. Throw the vegetation away. Once cooled, remove the meat from the bones and cut into bite-size pieces. Add the meat back to the crockpot. Add some more chopped fresh celery, sliced carrots, some crushed garlic, parsley and any other tasty vegetables you may want to add. Sweet potatoes, rutabagas, and parsnips are also nice in this soup.

Keeping the crockpot on high let it cook for a couple more hours. Do not open the lid until it is time to add your noodles. Taste the broth about 45 minutes before you want to serve the soup. Add salt and other seasonings as needed. Add your noodles. This can be egg noodles, linguine, fettuccine, or any other noodle you prefer. Perhaps you have made homemade noodles to add... if so, they only need to cook about 20 minutes until they are tender.

Simply Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

If you are not too handy in the kitchen, you can still make a terrific soup. chicken noodle soup recipes like this are so simple even an older child could make it. Use chicken leftover from another meal or get one of those tasty rotisserie chickens at the store.

Put your chicken in the crockpot. Add a large container of chicken broth, covering the chicken. Simmer your soup on the high setting for three or four hours. Take the chicken out and let it cool so you can remove the bones. Slice up the meat and add it back to the soup.

Get a bag of baby carrots at the market and drop them in. No preparation needed! Alternatively, you can cut up your favorite vegetables to add, or use frozen vegetables if you prefer. Leave the soup to cook another couple of hours.

About 45 minutes before serving your soup, drop in your favorite noodles. Egg noodles, soba or udon noodles, or even wagon wheels will work in your soup. If you have a small amount of noodles in your cupboard, mix, and match if need be to get the right amount for your soup. If you have large noodles like lasagna noodles, just break them up so they will be bite size.

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Homemade chicken noodle soup helps you feel better when you're under the weather, or even when the weather is just getting to you. ChickenNoodleSoups.com has many recipes to choose from, as well as tips for making the best soup you've ever tasted.

How to Make Pancakes from Scratch

By Joan K. Sullivan

Making pancakes is not hard at all. You can make delicious fluffy pancakes with just a few simple steps. Make sure you have a recipe to follow and that you buy all the ingredients you will need ahead of time so that you aren't missing anything later on.

Step one, measure the dry ingredients correctly. If the recipe calls for sifted flour, make sure put it through a sifter as instructed. Make sure you measure out the right amount of the ingredients or you could end up with a mess in the end.

Step two, measure out all the wet ingredients just as precisely as you did the dry. Use the right measuring cups and double check that you did them right. Crack open the eggs separately just in case you get a bad egg, and beat the first.

Make two separate bowls, one for the wet ingredients, and one for the dry ingredients. Mix them each separately very well. Stir the dry ingredients with a spoon and beat the wet ingredients together so that they are completely incorporated.

Now pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir the entire amount until it forms a batter. Be gentle. Do not over-beat the ingredients or else the pancakes will be tough. You do not want tough pancakes. Just stir until combined.

Heat a pan or griddle to medium high heat. Lightly grease the pan with oil, butter, or cooking spray. Don't use too much or you will fry the pancakes. Make sure the pan is hot enough before you begin.

Now pour some of the batter onto the pan. Use a ladle or measuring cup and measure out about a quarter of a cup. You can use more if you want bigger pancakes or less if you want smaller pancakes. Add a little milk to the batter if you want thinner pancakes.

When tiny bubbles form after about a minute, flip them over and cook for another minute. When they are golden brown, remove them from the pan, and serve them warm with butter and syrup.

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Joan knows a lot about pancakes and cooking. Find out more about how to make pancakes fluffy and find an easy and delicious recipe for pancakes.

Smoked Seafood: A Delicious Meal

By Shannon Linnen

One of the best courses to serve during summer is smoked seafood. For a light yet delicious meal, consider an appetizer of smoked oysters to start. These tasty treats can be bought in most markets as well as chosen farms that specially breed them to sell. If you are lucky enough to live by a port or in a town near the ocean, you will probably find oysters easily. Some may need to venture further away, but the trip will be worth it.

Smoked seafood treats can be enjoyed year around. Don't let the small fact that Summer is over stop you from enjoying the delicious, smoky flavors of smoked seafood all year around. Truly when you get right down to it, smoked seafood is a year around treat. Throwing a social event in the fall and winter months is always a good idea. Spice up the level of entertainment by including a few smoked seafood treats.

Smoked seafood also includes clams, smoked scallops and mussels. Farm-raised cultured mussels are fresh and readily available. Wild varieties are equally delicious. Clams are a very popular addition to pasta dishes. Hard clams, also called quahogs, live in sandy coves and can be caught when the tide is low. A great dish to enjoy with butter and garlic is stuffed quahogs. And, of course, there is always clam chowder!

Sea scallops are delightfully large, though must be shucked (removed from their shells) almost immediately after capture to ensure they don't lose moisture and die. Scallops are meatier than clams and require very little preparation. It is important not to overcook smoked scallops, or you will end up with a chewy, inedible morsel.

Mussels have blue-black shells and brown hairs called byssal threads attached to their shell. Their meat is usually an orange color and they are full of protein. As with clams, mussels taste great smoked and should remain encased in their shell until cooked.

More smoked seafood includes smoked crab and smoked shrimp. Crab is maybe the most popular shellfish and is widely bought and eaten. The crabbing industry is a multi-million dollar one. While eating crab can be messy and often difficult, special tools have been created to make cracking crab easier. Once you get down to the meaty goodness of crab legs, you will want to make this smoked seafood part of your diet everyday.

It adds a Cajun flavor to classic Creole dishes such as Jambalaya and gumbo. Whatever way you choose to serve, it, shrimp cooked in this manner will make any meal one to remember. Shrimp can be added to any meal and is a great variation in burritos, tacos, pasta dishes and more. Smoked shrimp spices up stews and soups.

One of the unknown secrets of the sea is smoked seafood. This is a great way to enjoy seafood and how good it tastes is not widely known. Surprise a friend or that special someone with a smoked seafood dish. Sharing this delicious dish with others is a great way to socialize and entertain.

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Overnight Delivery - Live Maine Lobsters

By Sherry Shantel

Lobsters, when you simply have to have them overnight; they can now be your next dream supper. If you have had a desire for some really good seafood, and Maine lobster is what your taste buds are anxious for; nothing else will quite do.

If you check out the Internet, you will find many companies that offer overnight service, and the lobsters can be sent straight to your front door. These jewels are guaranteed to arrive fresh as they are packed in insulated boxes with an ice pack and moist paper.

Many places that offer lobsters overnight also offer free shipping, so be sure to check them out. If you are intimidated by a live lobster, some places offer you a free cookbook with your order. Many even offer suggestions on how you go about eating a lobster.

You may be quite surprised to learn that a romantic Maine lobster dinner for two is actually cheaper than sending your beloved a dozen roses. You supply the champagne, and you have a nice dinner for two. Selected seafood gift packages for any occasion can be sent to you and enjoyed in your own home.

Some of the companies that offer the overnight lobsters also offer gift certificates. These can be purchased for any gift package or dollar amount needed. With this option, the recipient, can choose from the gift packages and have their fresh seafood sent overnight.

Many places that offer the lobsters overnight also offer free shipping. Look over the places that offer this option to you. If you have never cooked a live lobster, do not be intimidated, many places offer you a free cookbook with your order.

Never eaten a lobster, fear not; companies even offer tips on how to get the most out of your treasure by suggesting the best way to eat a lobster.

Trying to be a romantic, but also a realist? A lobster dinner for two will cost you less than sending your special someone a dozen roses. And just imagine, you will enjoy it more also! With a bottle of champagne, you are set for a night of good dining and a wonderfully romantic dinner for two.

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Cake Decoration Equipment - Quality Tools Can Simplify Your Work

By Rebecca Wincup

People love to have beautiful cakes for special occasions. If you are skilled at cake decorating you can wow your family and friends and even charge money in a professional capacity. Depending on how versatile and professional you want to get with your cake decorating, getting the right equipment is essential. Having high quality equipment will make this a pleasant and enjoyable task. Whether you are decorating cakes for fun or as a profitable business, you will be glad to have invested in good quality cake decorating equipment.

If you are starting a cake decorating business, you will want to get as complete a collection of high quality equipment and tools as possible. You can start with an online search. There are plenty of good offers of cake decorating equipment that should fit your needs. For either a business or your kitchen at home, many online cake decorating suppliers have fine selections. Shopping online makes it fast and easy to compare prices and equipment. You are sure to find a good deal using this method.

Take your time locating and selecting the cake decorating equipment you need. Examine items carefully for suitability and quality. Only buy items that you know you will have a lot of use for. To determine what sorts of items are put into the most use in cake decorating, you may find it useful to visit a commercial bakery. In this way you will be able to see what cake decorating equipment is used most. Then you will know what you need. With that in mind, perform your online search to get the best prices. Once you have located a site that you want to use as your supplier, be extra sure that the site is a secure site.

Always provide leeway in your budget for shipping and handling charges when buying online. Check your prospective suppliers thoroughly. Low merchandise prices may mean high shipping and handling. Look around for the most reasonable deal on both. With a little time and effort, you can find true bargains.

If you are on a tight budget, it may be possible to get previously owned cake decorating equipment for your business. In this way, you can get started and begin saving money for new equipment. It is common to have a limited budget when you first start your cake decorating business. Buying second hand equipment is a good way to stretch your start up budget. Be sure to double check the quality and condition of the equipment before making a final purchase. It will not help your business or your budget any if you are spending time and money struggling with faulty equipment.

By doing a thorough search both online and with local suppliers, you will familiarize yourself with all of the resources available to you for purchasing cake decorating equipment. Right at the outset, decide on your budget. When you are ready to buy, be sure to stay within your budget. With care and patience, you will surely find the equipment that fits your needs and your pocketbook.

The cake decorating equipment you use is the basis of your business. You may find it necessary to buy just the bare minimum of equipment at first. With care and skill, you can use this basic equipment to create beautiful masterpieces. If you take time to build your clientele and provide excellent customer service, you will be sure to attract a steady flow of repeat customers. Reinvesting the profits is the way most businesses grow to begin with so use this cash to find all the cake decorating equipment you need.

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Food Tips - Barbeque Maintenance Tips

By Doris Mahrer

When purchasing your barbeque grill, think of it as an investment rather then just another item for your outdoor entertainment. You should expect this item to become a large part of your outdoor activities for many years to come. But like any other investments, proper maintenance and care is needed to ensure that your barbeque grill will work for you for many years to come. While some maintenance and cleaning is specific to the type of barbeque grill your own (gas, electric, charcoal or smoke barbecue grill), the majority of maintenance that should be carried on does not change from grill to grill.

The first thing that should always be done to your grill is a routine brushing. Using your brass wire grill brush (or other brush suitable to your type of grill) you should brush off all the surfaces. By routinely brushing your barbeque grill, you will prevent any type of buildup.

Once you are sure that your grill is free of all buildup and debris, and that your grill is completely cooled off, you will want to spray it down with a light layer of cooking oil. Spraying it down with cooking oil will prevent your barbeque grill from rusting. It is especially important to make sure your barbeque grill is completely cold, as spraying cooking oil on a hot surface may cause the oil to heat up and ignite, which could be potentially chanceful to you and your barbeque grill.

Baking soda is a very nice cleaning and polishing agent. Once you have removed any extra debris and buildup, lightly scrubbing your barbeque grill with baking soda will give it that extra shine, similar to the day that you brought it home from the store. This can also be used on handles and knobs to remove any extra buildup that cannot be taken off with a wire brush. Aluminum foil can also be used to keep your grill looking nice. Gently rub the aluminum foil on your grill, and you will notice that it removes grim and buildup.

The racks in your grill are especially important as this is where the food touches when it is cooking. You will have to use the wire brush to remove as much buildup as possible. Once you remove as much as possible, start washing the racks with dish soap. If the racks are really dirty, you may also want to use the steel wool pads.

The majority of problems that arise from barbeque grills comes from demand of cleaning and maintenance. That means if you notice something does not seem quite right with your barbeque grill, chances are it can be fixed with just a simple cleaning. Even if you clean it, and still find that it is having problems, at least you saved yourself the potential embarrassment of taking it to a professional only to find out all it needed was to be cleaned.

Finally, one method of preventing problems with your barbeque grill is protecting it from the outdoors. Covers are available for grills in all shapes and sizes, so chances are, you will find one that fits your grill. If you have a cover for your barbeque grill, then all you will ever need to do is do the regular maintenance listed above.

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Seafood Is The Variety Of The Ocean

By Shannon Linnen

The Japanese have less heart attacks and cholesterol problems than many other nationalities. The Bengalis in India stay lean and healthy and they share a common feature with many other people staying near the sea. They love seafood and call them 'flowers of the sea'. Indeed, the oceans present us with a variety of delicacies that are also healthy. Just like the flowers, many fish and crustaceans are seasonal while some are perennial.

Seafood varieties ranges from fish like tuna, salmon and sardine to the slightly unusual like the blackened catfish cooked with pineapple or vegetable and herbs. Refrigerated and fast supply chain ensures that supermarkets and online vendors are able to provide fresh fish and any of the seafood variety. Only concern for consumers is the level of mercury and other toxins found in fish. Therefore, fresh fish are to be purchased only from trusted sellers.

Differences in fish species ensures that you can enjoy sauteed tilapia, pan-grilled wild salmon or bass and grilled grouper. Delicious, tasty, healthy, good for the heart and gourmet food are some of the words and phrases used to describe the delicacies and there's a reason.

Oysters, clams, crabs, lobsters, shrimps and scallops are only a small part of the seafood variety from which you can chose. Seared scallops, grilled shrimps or steam mussels will cause your mouth to water. With a doubt, however, the experience of eating Alaskan king crab legs beats it all. It is very simple to prepare; the leg meat can be purchased cooked and frozen. In order to experience it all you have to do is to thaw, rinse and steam heat the meat. Boiling and baking are also common methods of preparation.

There are varietis of King crabs in red, golden and blue, with red tasting the sweetest and blue yielding more meat. Golden is usually smaller than the other two. Relish the meat of alaskan king crab legs by dipping it in a bowl of hot melted butter, interspersed with sips of white wine to complete the delight. Then relax with contentment for such a delightful meal. But do try to wipe off that satisfied grin on your face.

Many people mistakenly believe stuffed quahogs are exotic dish. Quahogs are nothing but a type of clams with round shell. Various vegetables, herbs, sauces and even crabmeat can be stuffed into them and baked, steamed or sauted. Quahogs are also good as appetizers or as side dish.

So you are just starting to get into seafood, not a problem. Even the professional and experienced seafood connoisseur's will agree, there is literally no end to the variety of dishes that can be prepared when using seafood. One simple example of this is to take any dish that you have already prepared in the past and then just add a seafood item to it. If you had a dish of steamed broccoli with rice and then added some steamed mussels, your dish would instantly change into a high quality, exciting, and tasty seafood dish.

Regardless of where you live, fresh seafood can now be delivered to you overnight. Quality Fresh Seafood is a great source for live lobster, shrimp, shellfish or any fresh fish filets. Even though items like shrimp do not fair well once they are removed from the ocean, thanks to them being cooked right away and then flash frozen, you can still enjoy them. There really is no reason not to enjoy the large and tasty variety of seafood the ocean has to offer.

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Mexican Dishes

By KC Kudra

Mexican food is vast and varied. Mexico is actually said to have the second most varied foods in the world, after Chinese cuisine. Each part of Mexico has its own Mexican food recipes. The Yucatan area of the country is especially fascinating because the food there is a wonderful combination of Mayan, Mexican, Lebanese, and Caribbean influences.

Some Mexican dishes are spicy but not everything is. Chili peppers are widely used in Mexican cookery and there are lots of variations of them, including pasilla, habanero, serrano, poblano, and jalapeo. Mexicans like to vary their diets by eating meat, fish, poultry, seafood, fruit, vegetables and grains, or at least the ones who can afford to. Stews, soups, and sauces are common Mexican foods and cooking methods include baking, deep-frying and slow roasting.

Mexicans prefer fresh produce and anything more than two days old is no longer considered optimally fresh. Pesticides and herbicides are not used much because they are expensive and vegetables and fruit are picked when ripe or just about ripe. Seasonal produce is preferred to imported food and almost everything is grown locally. The exception to this is in Mexico City where the goods, which are not likely to be sold, are exported.

Favorite Mexican Dishes

One of the main components of a Mexican typical meal has to be tortillas. These are balls of masa, or corn dough, flattened to a CD sized disc. They are so much of a staple food that the government maintains the price at five pesos a kilo! Authentic tortillas are made of corn and they are freshly made in the supermarket all day long. They are used to make tacos and traditional tacos are soft, rather than the prefab U-shaped ones you would see in Mexican fast food joints.

Corn is used to make tacos and tamales, as well as tortillas. Beans are included in many stews and soup and include fava beans, lentils, and kidney beans. Tomatoes are used in a lot of Mexican sauce recipes and they feature in salsa Mexicana.

Fruit is either eaten fresh or used in sauce and dessert recipes. Coconut, mango, pineapple, and papaya are all very popular and nopales are prickly pear cactus paddles, which are sauted and eaten like vegetables. You can also get sweetened nopales, which are used, in desserts.

Mexican Salsas and Popular Condiments

A lot of people favor the addition of salsa, lime, or sour cream to their food. In a traditional Mexican restaurant, you will also get small bowls of condiments. These are likely to include chopped onion, cilantro, a mild chili salsa, a hot chili salsa, salsa Mexicana and lime. Salsa Mexicana is made from chopped onion, chopped fresh tomato, cilantro and habanero chili. You might also get guacamole, which is an avocado and lime sauce. Charred green onion mixed with salsa ingles (Worcestershire sauce) and limejuice is another well-liked Mexican condiment.

Many Mexican food recipes are rich in flavor and color and the use of fresh produce is important. A lot of people make the mistake of confusing Mexican fast food and Tex Mex style Mexican cooking for real, traditional Mexican food but authentic Mexican cuisine is a true delight.

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A Fun And Easy Clambake At Home

By Shannon Linnen

The best way to have a blast this summer is to have your family and friends over for dinner. A clambake would be a great idea - cool outdoor atmosphere, seafood cooked over a fire, exotic drinks, bright decorations, and beach music, sounds fantastic, huh?

But what happens when the weather is not good for outdoor partying? Would your plans of a great clambake be useless? Actually, no, because you can still have your clambake feast indoors! Yes, a clambake at home. It's just the perfect, fun, simple and healthy way to entertain your guests.

In place of any old clambake, consider having a super deluxe clambake, which is sure to please a variety of tastes. For your indoor clambake, purchase some fresh live lobster, shellfish, shrimp, mussels, and maybe even some crab. You might also want to have some lobster bisque or clam chowder on the menu, in addition to roasted potatoes and corn on the cob.

Furthermore, besides the food for your super deluxe clambake at home, you will want to have a good supply of bibs on hand, claw crackers, lots and lots of napkins, and a good supply of pre-moistened towlettes. Seafood is delicious but it can mess things up.

Traditionally, clambakes are cooked over an open fire in a two to three feet deep pit on the beach but since you are preparing the clambake indoors, all you need for cooking are traditional indoor stove tops. Yes, it is quite easy.

The only special equipment you need to complete the cooking is a stock pot. These are available in different sizes and some come with a steamer rack and basket. They can be found in many cooking supply shops and on the Internet stores. While looking for your stock pot on the Internet, why don't you run an additional search for an indoor clambake recipe that sounds good?

To make planning and preparing for your clambake party even easier, there are many super deluxe clambake kits available. They can easily be found by searching the many Internet shops. Many of the kits contain everything you need, including wet naps, cloth napkins, and claw crackers, in addition to the seafood itself. All you'll need to shop for are the fresh vegetables and you'll be all set for the most popular clambake party of the season.

Though having a clambake at home is not the typical and traditional clambake event that we know and love, it doesn't mean right away that your party is going to be boring. Just make sure that you use your creativity, be a good host, and your guests will be assured of great food and entertainment.

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Catering equipment is an essential part of any catering company. Find out what you need to know by doing your research.

By Ewan S Potter

Catering equipment is an important part of any catering business or kitchen based workplace. If you need to buy some catering equipment then there are a few things you should think about. Catering equipment is a large topic and there are hundreds of things you can buy to aid you with your cooking business. Catering equipment comes in many shapes and sizes.

Lots of things are included in the category of catering equipment such as knives, tables, units, clothing, utensils and even refridgeration units. If you're starting a catering business then you'll need a lot of catering equipment so make sure you find a cheap dealer so you can get the best deals.

A lot of people buy catering equipment on a regular basis. Utensils, tables and refridgeration equipment are the most popular forms of catering equipment. Catering equipment is very popular but you'll need to do some research and seek some advice if you're interested in buying some items for your business.

The best deals for catering equipment are online usually and especially so at wholesale prices. Finding catering equipment isn't hard at all. Budgeting for catering equipment is important. Although it's usually cheap you will still need to know how much you need to buy - the best prices are online.

Catering equipment is an essential part of any catering business and could help you stick to hygiene regulations as well as serve food properly. You will be able to find catering equipment from a wide variety of stores, both online and offline. You won't struggle to find what you need.

A lot of people enjoy shopping for catering equipment and you can usually find plenty of deals available - most onlines stores have offers a lot. Shopping online for your catering equipment is probably your best bet because all the best deals are available online at wholesaler stores.

When you're choosing catering equipment for your business you'll have a few things to think about such as the space you have as well as your budget. A lot of people forget to take measurements of areas where appliances will be placed and this can cause major problems - you may underestimate or even over estimate your space.

Catering equipment should be a fun and exciting thing to purchase, especially if you're starting a new business - things can be very exciting. Catering equipment is an extremely important part of a catering business and you shouldn't settle for poor quality products - always spend as much as you can.

In order to find what you need for your business you'll need to do a lot of research because catering equipment covers a large range of items. You should be able to find out what you need to know with relative ease. If you need to do some research then you should always look online.

In order to ensure you know what you're buying you'll need to do some research into catering equipment. It's not the kind of thing that falls under an impulse purchase. There are hundreds of different products available that fall under the category of catering equipment so you should always make sure you learn about everything incase you need it.

Catering equipment is something that makes running a catering business easier and a lot of the items are designed to aid you in your success. Catering equipment doesn't have to be expensive either. If you buy at wholesale prices then you'll get some really good deals on your items.

If you are a catering business then you'll need to buy a lot of catering equipment and many people don't really know too much about what is available. Overall, as long as you ensure that you have done research you should be able to find some fantastic deals and prices for catering equipment near you.

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Author Ewan S Potter discusses buying catering equipment for your business. www.nextdaycatering.co.uk offer a brilliant range of refridgeration equipment so you'll certainly be able to find what you require.

What Food Do Mexicans Eat on Mexican Holidays

By KC Kudra

Food is an essential component in Mexican holidays and no self-respecting Mexican would celebrate one of his national holidays without enjoying the very best Mexican cuisine and Mexican drinks. One holiday that you might have heard about is Day of the Dead, which is on November 1 and 2. This holiday is when families get together to remember their dead loved ones.

The traditions followed on this holiday include building altars to honor the dead and visiting their graves with gifts of the deceased's favorite foods and drinks.

Cinco de Mayo is another well-known Mexican holiday. This is a regional holiday in Mexico, especially in the Puebla region. This Mexican holiday commemorates the Mexican victory over the French in 1862's Battle of Puebla.

Some people wrongly assume that Cinco de Mayo is Mexico's Independence Day but their Independence Day is actually September 16. Independence Day is the most important national holiday in Mexico.

Mouthwatering Mexican Holiday Foods

Certain foods are enjoyed on certain Mexican holidays but with a lot of holidays, such as Cinco de Mayo, Mexicans just prepare their favorite dishes rather than being limited to a specific meal. Mexican cookery combines Aztec, Mayan, traditional Mexical, Caribbean, French and Spanish influences amongst others and Mexicans are understandably proud of their culinary heritage.

Often, the women will get together and prepare plenty of food for their Mexican holidays. Tamales are associated with Mexican celebrations because they take a long time to make. This is the reason why tamales are often made just a few times a year, in big batches. Steamed tamales often feature at Mexican parties.

You will find Mexican wedding cakes and Mexican wedding cookies at weddings but also at other celebrations. Rosca de Reyes is enjoyed on January 6. This is a tasty festive bread, which is shaped like a wreath. It is decorated with lemon, cherries, mango and candied figs and it contains a tiny baby Jesus doll. If you find the baby Jesus in your slice of cake, you have to make the food for Candlemas, on February 2.

Mexican Holiday Drinks

Mexicans do enjoy Mexican beer and tequila but that is certainly not all. Rompope is a drink a bit like eggnog flavored with rum, cinnamon, and almonds. This thick, frothy confection is often enjoyed on Mexican holidays.

Atole is another rich, thick drink, which you might enjoy on a Mexican holiday with any meal. It is sweetened with brown sugar, flavored with cinnamon, and topped with fruit slices.

A lot of people do not know how easy Mexican recipes are to make. Real Mexican food is not all about tacos and nachos and most of the real gems of Mexican cuisine are something that few people are familiar with. Another thing - Mexican holidays are not the only time you can enjoy this delicious cuisine!

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How to Serve Up The Tastiest Rotisserie Chicken at Home

By John Abrar

Special occasions usually come to our life's schedules and when this happens we want to give gifts to people very dear to us. If you are the one who has something to celebrate about, you could also give yourself a gift. And among the gifts that you might want to consider, the Rotisserie oven should always be given a place in your list of gifts. Whatever the occasion there is or whoever the celebrant is, this oven is a perfect gift. Ovens may cost a little higher than any ordinary gifts but the quality it has and the advantages it can give you truly worth all of it. You can make the most out of it from breakfast meals to snacks to dinner, and even for your midnight snacks.

If you want to get the right brand and design of the Rotisserie oven that you want to give as a gift, there are many factors that you have to consider. First is the cost of the oven. Some ovens cost only a hundred dollars some are lower and some cost higher. The cost actually depends on the size, design, brand, and features. Some are single ovens while some have double stackers. Choose the right one that would fit the recipient's needs.

Since you are looking at spending a pretty penny, you will want to make sure that you are going with an oven that you can count on. The Ronco Showtime Rotisserie is said to be among the best of the best so that may be the worth you should look into. There are so many brands that are getting involved with these ovens that it can be confusing to know which direction to turn to. Along with Ronco, Hamilton Beach, Salton, West Bend, and Haier have their own ovens to look over. Just make sure that you are sticking with a high quality oven such as the Ronco Showtime Rotisserie and you will be just fine.

Rotisserie ovens are expensive and you would not want to make your money wasted by choosing the wrong product. Always make sure its quality and to be sure of that, always look for the one that offers one year warranty, at least. It is important to look for the best quality when spending quite some money for your appliances.

With so many advantages of the Rotisserie Ovens it is hard to imagine that there is anything about them that a person could find undesirable. The fact that it is a separate cooking appliance to add to your collection of kitchen goodies does make a lot of people cringe. The size is something that can be complicated to store and hide away from plain site when it is not in use. But if you enjoy having fully cooked chicken Rotisserie style then it is worth it and you will find a way to deal with it.

Before you get one for yourself or as a gift to someone, try to roam around to discern which product, brand, style or size you would want to choose. The price of the product should also be compared because it is not good to just make a quick decision about something that costs a lot and that needs a lot of thinking before buying. So take your time comparing each brand with the other ones so you could make the perfect choice.

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Buying Lobster Online is Easy and Affordable

By Shannon Linnen

It's great to take friends and family out to entertain them, especially to some place special or luxurious. It's incredibly fun to have a large dinner party at your favorite restaurant, or have a spa day with the girls to give you a chance to catch up. But sometimes, when you want to spend time with a large group of friends, the setting that makes the most sense is home. You can sit back and relax, and still take in all of the great conversation that your friends are having. In those situations, it makes more sense to stay home, but that doesn't man you can't have luxury. You can order lobster.

Because lobster is seen as such an expensive luxury item, and it's so simple to prepare at home, it's the perfect marriage of something you can make easily for your guests, that will easily impress them. When you order online, you can get enough lobsters for a large party like a wedding reception, or only buy enough for an intimate party for two. The choice is yours. Your guests will be happy that you've invited them to such a fancy and intimate gathering, and you'll know it was easy.

The reason that you can have all of these great lobster gatherings is that ordering lobster online is so simple! In the past, it would have been impossible to have a large gathering featuring lobster, without a ton go expense and advanced planning. It's unlikely your grocery store would have enough lobster to begin with, and even then, they were likely old, with claws atrophied with banding. Experts recommend that you eat lobsters fresh, within two days of fishing.

How do you get fresher lobster by ordering lobster online? It's easy really, and it's all about how the product is shipped. When a local store orders lobster, it has to get the lobsters from the coast to the store, usually by trucking. Depending on where your store is located, this can take as long as a week. When you order online, you're getting the lobster fresh from the fisherman themselves. It is packaged as soon as it's caught, and shipped overnight. This means your lobster is as fresh as possible, and that you'll get it when you're ready for it.

When you order lobster online, you're also able to save a ton of money, which is great! Unlike the grocery store, which has to pay fees to their middleman, as well as shipping and labor costs, all you need to pay is the price of the lobster, and the price of shipping. This means that you get a wonderful deal on your lobster!

When you're ready to treat yourself and your friends to a night of luxury, lobster is the easy answer. You can order quickly online without having to make arrangements at the store, and your lobster, which will be bought at a nice savings, will arrive right when you need them. So treat yourself to lobster today!

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Tips for Outdoor Cooking in a BBQ Pit

By Paul Cameron

If you're looking for an authentic barbeque experience, you should try using an open pit BBQ. When you cook your meat in a BBQ pit, there's a greater concentration of smoke and heat. The taste is out of this world.

This method of cooking outdoors is ideal for larger cuts of meat such as a roast. If your pit is big enough, it's possible to cook a whole pig or a section of beef. Keep in mind that this is a slow process and can take upwards of 10 hours to fully cook.

You have two basic choices in open BBQ pits, modern and traditional. The traditional open pit is inground and involves digging a hole. You then lay in your wood or charcoal and light it.

You can place your food on a skewer and hold it over the flames while it cooks. Or you can set up a grill over the fire to place the food on. Another option is to wrap the food in foil and lay it in among the coals after the fire has died down.

A modern BBQ pit is typically constructed above ground. Stone, brick and concrete are the most common materials used for building such a structure. There's a firebox in which charcoal or wood can be set on fire. You install a grill at a level that isn't too close to the coals so the meat won't burn.

With an open pit BBQ there are two ways of cooking your food. You can use either indirect or direct heat. When you cook with direct heat, the wood or coals in the firebox are still actively burning, and you place the meat on a grill above the flames. In order to manage the cooking temperature, many people locate the coals at one end of the pit and the food at the other. This is a fast cooking method and works well for smaller cuts of meat and hamburgers.

Indirect cooking is also known as pit cooking. Indirect heat will cook your food at a low temperature over a prolonged period of time. First you build up the fire until the pit has stored up a lot of heat. The goal is to build up a lot of heat in the interior of the pit.

The fire is then put out and the meat is placed onto the grill. Then you'll have to place a cover over the pit. The heat that has been absorbed into the sides of the pit will do the job of cooking the meat. This is a much slower method of cooking, and is best suited for tougher cuts of meat. Many people believe this is the best method for authentic BBQ flavor.

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Information for Buying the Right Popcorn Machines

By Poppin Pete

Since there are many types of popcorn machines, you probably feel overwhelmed when you begin your journey to purchase one. Hopefully this article will help you to choose the right one.

There are four easy steps to help you get to the one just for you: 1. purpose 2. size 3. maintenance 4. budget

Reason: ask yourself the main reason you want this popcorn machine. If you are wanting one for a cinema, then it is pretty obvious. But you might need one for an upcoming kids party. You could have been a victim of the recession and now need to sell popcorn for a living.

Size: depending on the amount of popcorn you want to make, and taking into consideration the reason for buying a popcorn machine, you will be able to come to a conclusion on the size of the popcorn machines for your needs.

Maintenance: are you a handy person, will you be able to fix one of these yourself? For large machines it may be harder so you will need to ensure you know someone local that can come and fix it. For smaller popcorn machines, warranty will cover it. Ensure you have a good brand so that it comes with a good warranty.

Budget: This is probably the most important step. You may have narrowed down the masses of popcorn machines out there to maybe ten of them, but this step will be the final one that most likely will determine your final choice.

So, taking into account all of these factors, you can narrow down your search to maybe one or two options. Make sure it is a reputable brand so as to have it for as long as possible.

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Poppin Pete writes articles on making popcorn and choosing and maintaining antique popcorn machines. Whether you are into maintenance popcorn machines or something else to do with popcorn, you can make a great popcorn machines purchase.

Where Does a Lobster Live?

By Sherry Shantel

Be it ever so humble, where does a lobster call home? Lobsters live in the coastal regions around the world. Once shunned and now cultivated for human consumption, lobsters have come to be one of the most sought-after delicacies in the world.

Right after he's born, a very tiny lobster looks nothing like an adult lobster and has a 1/1000 chance of surviving to adulthood. During the first 15 days of his life, he lives in the top three feet of water in the ocean and is extremely vulnerable to predators. During this period he molts three times before moving into the fourth stage as a miniature adult.

During the fourth stage the lobster swims very well and looks for a permanent place to live on the ocean floor. He may choose a home in a softer habitat, such as the salt marsh peat around Cape Cod, but most generally he'll choose a harder spot, such as an area with a cobble (small rocks) bottom.

Lobsters choose to live in cobble because it allows them to use its many tunnels and crevices to hide and wait for food to come drifting down. A lot of lobsters live on the Maine coast, because not only does it have the cobble bottom they want, it also has an abundance of clean, cold water.

Shortly after he molts for his fifth time, he moves to the new location he has found on the ocean bottom. For the first year or so in his new residence, he remains hidden in his tunnel or crevice so that his predators can't find him. As he gets a little larger, say after his first year there, he begins to hide in the kelp and search for food. He'll continue to do this for another three years.

Before reaching maturity our lobster will seldom attempt to swim out in the open ocean. His survival instincts tell him that it isn't safe there, and he's right. If he ventured out too far, he'd be eaten within minutes. Only when he reaches maturity does he make another move which will most like be to an area with larger rocks. Other choice residences can be in sandy or muddy areas reaching out to the edge of the continental shelf. He always looks for a one-lobster dig, because he prefers to be alone.

It's hard for a lobster to live to be very old. It has natural predators and fishermen after it no matter where it goes. Going back in history, back to a time when lobsters were plentiful and people didn't fish for them, we find records of lobsters reaching five or six feet in length.

During modern times, the largest lobster on record was caught off the coast of Nova Scotia in 1977. This monster lobster was between three and four feet long and weighed 44 lbs., 6 oz. He was thought to have been around 100 years old. Believe it, or not!

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This article does a great job of touching on lobsters, however this is a huge topic and can't be justified by one article. There is also keep live lobster that we could talk about for a long time I'm sure. You may also want to check out live lobsters.

Warm Up Your Winter with a Lobster Bake

By Shannon Linnen

As the cold winter months set upon us, it's time to think about the warm comforting foods that will get us through the cold days. Many people choose to turn to stews or casseroles, hoping that they will warm up the family. Still others like to bake, getting the warmth from both their cookies and breads, and from the oven. However, we have a suggestion that may seem a little out of left field, but is fun and warm nonetheless. Why not buck tradition and throw your family and friends a big old fashioned lobster bake?

While you might be thinking that a lobster bake is best left for the summer, it is actually a great meal to prepare to help you get out some of that winter chill. Instead of waiting for the summer to have this great meal, why not let it bring a little of the joy of summer into your home today. Lobster is such a simple dish to cook that you can share it with your friends and family, inviting them to enjoy the warmth of your home along with you.

It may seem like a lot of work to find and prepare enough lobsters for invited guests, but in fact, it couldn't be easier. In the past, to have this great summery meal in the winter months would have be nearly impossible. If your local grocery store even had fresh lobster, they would never have enough for all of our friends and family. And what they would have wouldn't be fresh, and would be expensive. But now, you can order your fresh lobster for your lobster bake online!

What are you going to need for your lobster bake? For starters, you will need your lobsters, of course! How large your lobsters should be depends on the type of event that you will be having. If you plan to have a small gathering, where everyone is enjoying their own lobster, than a one pound lobster per person is a great idea. If you want to enjoy a more classic place setting, then two to three pound lobsters shared per couple, or enjoyed as claws and tails only, is a great solution.

The lobster boiling pot is also a great place to add vegetables to join in your lobster bake feast. Carrots, potatoes and onions all taste especially delicious when boiled in lobster stock. It's a great way to round out your meal without adding a lot of dishes to the equation. If you have relatives who aren't as keen on the seafood, offering them a strip steak is a delicious and quick way to round out the meal. This way, everyone can have a little surf and turf, and some vegetables, for a truly memorable meal.

So when you're ready to really shake off those winter blues, and help your friends and family do the same, it's time for a good old fashioned lobster bake. Ordering the lobsters online makes it easier than ever, and because you'll only need one pot, clean up is a breeze.

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Fresh Seafood Is A Great Way To Get Healthy

By Shannon Linnen

It has been known for many years that eating fresh seafood provides health benefits. However, no one has been sure of the exact reasons for this effect. Yes, fish and other seafood is high in protein and low in fat, but these basic properties do not explain all the benefits enjoyed by people whose diet is high in these foods.

There is some research that has been conducted recently that shows how wild caught fish may very well be the better choice than farm raised items. This is due in part to raised Mercury levels in fish that have been farm raised. It is really still too early to tell what the long term impact on an individuals health this will have, if any.

The good thing about wild caught fish is that they have been literally untouched by mankind. Crops and meat sources that are farmed have been manipulated by scientists in order to increase yields, lower growth time frames and make items easier to ship. Wild caught fish are not subject to these kinds of manipulation.

With the advent of new technologies, however, and the discovery of omega-3 fatty acids and their key role to various aspects of human health, the benefits of enjoying a diet rich in, for instance, lobster meat or other kinds of fresh seafood suddenly became far more tangible.

The almost magical activity by the omega-3s starts as early as on fetal stage of human development. Docosahexaenoic acid, commonly found in fish, crab and lobster meat, is an essential component for building brain and nerve fetal tissue as well as the retina. Consequently, research suggests that higher consumption of fresh seafood low in mercury by a pregnant woman is beneficial for infant cognition.

Health advantages persist after birth. Studies have been confirmed positive impact of omega-3 rich diet on resistance to asthma development in young children as well as reduced incidence of airway inflammation cases. And when it comes to adults, they may have really many good excuses for enjoying specialties like live lobster and king crab.

Consumption of fresh seafood was proven reduce prevalence of depression in new mothers as well as make them less prone to breast cancer. Omega 3s present in the diet also protect against a variety of cardiovascular diseases, prevent strokes, improve eye and brain functions. Finally, they can halt mental decline later in the life - thus saving the happy fresh seafood lovers manifold the costs of their hobby.

Fish contain multiple advisable substances. They are plentiful in Vitamin D, which offers strong anti-cancer and bone-building qualities. Salmon contain Astaxanthin, which is a powerful anti-oxidant that confers a host of documented health benefits. It also gives salmon their orange coloring.

To conclude, eating natural ingredients found in most food items is nearly the same as the practices of most modern medical trends and the thought that it is much easier to prevent a disease than it is to cure it. Basically - eat right and stay healthy.

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Tasty, Healthy Live Maine Lobsters

By Sherry Shantel

Live Maine lobsters have been harvested from around the coasts of Maine for many generations. It's hard to believe that in the beginning, people placed no value in lobster meat. Only the poor ate it. Over the decades, however, tastes changed, turning lobsters into expensive delicacies to be enjoyed by the wealthy in America's finest restaurants. By the 1840s the Maine lobster trade had become so lucrative that the first commercial lobster fishery opened for business.

The most obvious reason for eating lobster is that it just plain tastes good. It might surprise you, though, to hear that it's also extremely good for you. Would you believe that ounce for ounce lobsters have fewer calories, less fat, and about the same amount of cholesterol and skinless chicken breasts?

Per one lobster canning company's nutrition fact sheet, a three ounce serving of lobster contains 98 calories, only 5 of which come from fat. This same 3 ounces contains 300 mg. of the essential mineral, potassium. It also contains the following percentages of the daily requirements of these vitamins and minerals:

1. Vitamin A - 2% 2. Calcium - 6% 3. Riboflavin - 4% 4. Iron - 2% 5. Vitamin E - 6% 6. Niacin - 4% 7. Vitamin B6 - 4% 8. Vitamin B12 - 45% 9. Magnesium - 8% 10. Selenium - 50% 11. Manganese - 2% 12. Phosphorus - 15% 13. Zinc - 15% 14. Copper - 80%

Just imagine getting all that nutrition out of one tiny three ounce piece of lobster. You might try comparing these figures with those on any other canned good in your cupboard. That will show you just how impressive these numbers are.

Live Maine lobsters are harvested by independent boat captains with possibly an assistant or two. Most harvesting is done during day trips that go out no farther than 10-12 miles from shore. An individual harvesting operation can maintain as many as 800 traps by following a daily schedule of setting new traps and hauling in filled ones. Harvesters mark their traps with buoys containing their own state-registered designs.

Inclement weather doesn't halt the lobster harvest in Maine which operates twelve months a year. Lobsters are most active between late June and late December, and that's when the majority of harvesting takes place. Although the catch is smaller during the other months of the year, that doesn't stop harvesters from making their daily rounds.

Although all live Maine lobsters are of superior quality, new shell lobsters are the finest of the lot. When the adult lobsters molt once a year, they rid themselves of their old outgrown shells which are replaced with softer, larger ones that harden over time. It's at the point when the shells are softest that connoisseurs are most anxious to pay the highest prices for them. New shell lobsters have delicate, succulent meat unparalleled by the meat at any other time of year, and the soft shells can be cracked easily with the bare hands.

Any chance you have to indulge in the succulence of a live Maine lobster, you should grab it. Not only will the taste wow you, but you'll be eating something that is extremely healthy for you. What a winning combination!

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Seafood Combo Meals Are Easy To Prepare

By Shannon Linnen

Seafood combo meals are not only tasty but are also easy to prepare. The variety of seafood available is more and it is hard to go wrong in selection. All the ingredients which are necessary to prepare Seafood combo meals can be had from your local grocery store.

When getting your seafood combo meal together it is important to remember that you are getting more that just one seafood item or type of seafood. You will generally get two or more of any type of seafood which is great. This is much better than just having one seafood item with your meal. Having scallops and fresh Maine lobster is much more exciting and definitely a more satisfying experience.

If you're new to cooking it's best to start with simpler items, such as shrimp or fish fillets. It's easiest to prepare things you already like, as your cooking instincts will be more accurate. Of course, if you're not an experienced cook and your favorite combo is two pound lobster and scallops, it may be best to start with something easier and work your way up. If you're not sure what kind of food you'd like the most, try to find a fresh seafood sampler at your local grocery.

While you are preparing any seafood dish, the easiest cooking method is pan-fry. One very easy starter dish is shrimp pasta. Start with your favorite pasta and a bag of cocktail, or frozen shrimp. It's fairly easy to find these pre-cooked, so you won't risk under-cooking the food.

Identify all the ingredients you'll use. First the pasta and a pot of water to boil it in, then the shrimp and a frying pan, and lastly your favorite oils and spices. For this dish, a good starting point is olive oil, basil leaves, and garlic powder. Start the pasta boiling and heat the frying pan. Pour a small amount of oil in the pan, and add the shrimp. Sprinkle the garlic powder and basil leaves on top, and stir the shrimp around the pan until they're lightly covered in spices and oil.

When the shrimp begin to sizzle you can turn the heat down slightly, so they quietly simmer in the pan. For added flavor you could add some vegetables, I often add chopped onions and tomatoes. While the pasta finishes the shrimp will simmer, absorbing the flavor of the oil and spices.

When the pasta has reached your preferred softness, strain it and put it on a plate. Pour the complete contents of the frying pan over the pasta, and mix them together. Add a side of garlic bread or a caesar salad and you've got a hearty, healthy seafood combo meal! There are an infinite number of seafood combo meals you could cook, the best way to learn is to keep practicing different kinds until you find your favorite!

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How To Find The Best Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

By Gordon Granby

Spending a little time to whip up some chocolate covered strawberries is a fun way to spend part of a morning or afternoon. There's so many ways to do it and there's no wrong way. You can keep it simple or go crazy with a variety of toppings and items to roll the berries in and add extra flavor. Now if you don't have the time right now to do it, you can also order them quite easily. A number of companies are doing fun varieties of chocolate dipping with strawberries.

To get the health benefits from the real chocolate, it needs to be of good quality. Some companies add a number of preservatives, additives, and bad fats to make their ingredient price cheaper and profit higher. So be sure to review the ingredient list from a company or store that you are checking out. Don't be hesitant to ask them if they use a lot of fillers besides the chocolate. You or someone you know is going to be eating it, so take the responsibility and ask.

The better the quality of chocolate, the nicer the full berry taste will end up being. No matter how great your technique is, and no matter how competent you are, the final taste is intimately related to the quality of products that are put in. It's quality in that gives the best chance for quality out.

Some companies dip the strawberries about halfway up with chocolate. Others take the chocolate more near the top and cover everything but the stem. That means more chocolate for you to eat. Some companies may skimp on the chocolate to save some money. Thousands of berries with a half-inch less coating makes a big difference to the bottom line. But you as the consumer get less chocolate berry.

Check the shipping policy of the companies. Some will be using gel packs. They may only package the berries in a standard size box with minimal support or insulation. Others will have a more insulated container and may use multiple ice packs, dry ice, or a combination of the two. Some offer overnight shipping for reduced rates. Be sure that there is enough cold material to keep the chocolate from melting and the berries fresh.

Take a look how satisfied other buyers are. Did they review the store or company favorably? See if anyone in your area has can recommend based on their experiences. After trying one or two stores first hand, you'll know if you can go with that company for many times to come. Experience is the best teacher. Price is important, yes, but it has to be enjoyed too. Perhaps after purchasing a couple times, you'll even decide to go it on your own and send some hand dipped chocolate strawberries yourself!

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Lobster Dinners are Cheaper When Ordered Online

By Shannon Linnen

With these uncertain times, it can be hard to feel like celebrating life's special milestones. Birthday's and anniversaries might pass without you feeling like, or being able to afford, going out to celebrate. But even in difficult economic times, one of the best things we can do for ourselves is the celebrate the things that really matter. This doesn't have to involve a big dinner out that costs your friends, family and spouse a lot of money. Why not stay in instead, inviting over the people that really matter, and showing them that you appreciate them as you celebrate your special even. You can do this easily with a cost effective lobster dinner.

It may seem like a lobster dinner would be an even more extravagant way to go for your special occasion, but that isn't true. Don't forget your reaction however, because that's how your friends and family will feel when they find out what's for dinner.

Because lobster is seen as such a luxurious extravagance, your friends will think that you broke the bank to show them a good time, and they're sure to be impressed. But you'll know that because of smart ordering, you were actually able to save a lot of money. By ordering online, you cut out the fees charged by restaurants and grocery stores, meaning you can order a lobster dinner for less.

How do you save such a great amount of money when you order a lobster dinner online, you may wonder. The answer is simple. If you go to a restaurant to order a lobster dinner, you know that the price is much higher than simply the food costs. You are helping to pay some of the cost of the people who prepared your food, served it and cleared it away, as well as the equipment and space costs. And let's not even talk about drinks. Even when buying a lobster from the grocery store to prepare at home, you still end up paying what can amount to a large surcharge.

When you decide to buy your lobster dinner online, you'll get some serious savings from skipping the middleman. Instead of paying the market price of lobster, plus surcharges, you'll only be paying as much as the lobster is worth. And you're getting your lobster fresh from the fisherman, meaning that you get the freshest, best lobster on the market. Unlike the other options discussed above, these lobster are guaranteed to arrive the next day, meaning that for your party, you don't even have to step foot outside. And isn't it nice to know that your fresh, delicious lobster dinner will be coming to you, without any worry about picking things up at the store?

If you're ready to celebrate your special events, without breaking the bank, then ordering a lobster dinner online is the right choice for you. It's a great way to celebrate with your friends and family.

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