How to Cook Quinoa

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Quinoa. It's a super yummy, high protein, high fiber, low glycimic index carbohydrate source. It is found in the high altitudes of South America, and in fact the great civilizations in that area were fed by it. It is tasty, very nutritious, and is something special you can feed to your guests. It goes well with almost any kind of vegetable and meat dish.

Quinoa is, surprisingly, a complete protein food. Almost like meat. It has all the essential amino acids. It grows only above 3,000m altitude in dryer areas of South America (that kind of explains the high cost!)

Quinoa is so nutritious that the South American Indians called it the "Mother Grain"... it's that good.

I'm eating some immediately after I write this.

Here in Singapore where I live, quinoa is available in health food stores and costs about 7SGD (about 4 USD) per 500g. The 500g really expands and can last many meals. This makes quinoa more expensive than rice, but still not out of budget for most people.

Cooking Instructions

1. First figure out how much quinoa you are cooking in terms of "cups" or volume. (easy just pour it into cups and count!)

2. Then boil 2x as many cups of water as you have quinoa. E.g. to cook 3 cups quinoa, boil 6 cups water.

3. Once the water is boiling, with bubbles and steam! Add in the quinoa and turn the heat to low.

4. Let is cook at low heat for 15 min (or thereabout) till the water has been totally absorbed.

5. Serve to people you love because it's good for them!

6. You can refrigerate the remainder, it stores well.

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The Joy of Convection Ovens - They're Not Just For Restaurants Anymore

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Nowadays, it is easier for home cooks to buy professional equipment for their kitchens. For example, the convection oven is a tool used by professional bakers worldwide. Convection ovens that restaurants use are highly priced (a few thousand dollars for a good one) and need special wiring. But now, there are a line of table-top, home ovens that provide convection-style cooking, for only a few hundred dollars each.

When looking for convection ovens, decide what features do you want. And, compare different brands. There are many brands, such as German-made Wiesheu, US-made Kenmore or Viking. Do you want a professional oven or one for the home? Freestanding model or table-top? The bigger and fancier it is, the larger the price tag. Mine is a counter-top model that also includes a built-in breadmaker and jam-maker. There are many options to choose from, so check around. The most desired kind of convection oven is the European, or "third element" type (it has three heat sources). Mine is not a "third element" style, most countertop models aren't, but it does just fine, so don't rule out the two-element models, they are great, too. Whatever suits your needs the best, and fits within your budget.

Convection ovens cause breads to have superior crust and texture, but retain their moisture in the middle, just like a bakery. Pastries come out incredibly flaky, such as croissants or puff pastry. It is amazing how beautifully golden and evenly cooked my breads are now. Before, in a gas oven, they came out nice, but now they rise better. Breads baked in the convection oven even have a quality taste, since the strong heat carmelizes the exterior, they have a slightly nutty and sweet flavor. It's because the oven strongly circulates the air around the inside, distributing the heat more efficiently to the food.

Some foods aren't meant to be made using convection style, due to the air movement inside the oven. Making souffles, meringues or anything delicate is discouraged. Also, if you work with parchment, anchor it down in the oven to keep it from blowing all over the place. But, in general, nearly everything can be made in the oven, from cookies and cakes to breads of many kinds. The breadmaker in my unit is fantastic. Just load the included container with the ingredients, and the oven does the rest: mixing, poofing and baking. When it is finished, it just sounds a chime. Pies bake perfectly, my oven has a round baking rack for pizzas and pies, that rotates as it cooks. The oven also makes great roasts and includes both a vertical and horizontal spit to cook with. With convection, the possibilities are nearly endless.

When converting your recipes to convection cooking, the experts say to subtract 25 degrees from the recipe's given setting. Convection ovens cook faster, so also decrease the cooking time by about 25% as well. Multiple racks of cookies can be baked at the same time with superior results to the less evenly cooked multiple batches in a regular oven. That is why most bakeries and restaurants use convection ovens, because they can bake in quantity without sacrificing quality of the finished product.

Don't be afraid to switch to convection cooking. Once you make the change, you will be glad that you did. I know I am. After seeing others use them and tasting their artisan breads, I decided to get my own. If you are a serious bread baker or cook, this oven will be of great use to you. That is why cooking schools use and prefer them to conventional ovens. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. If anything, you'll be finding excuses to do more baking. Your family will most definitely approve.

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The Garden Barbeque Offers More Than Outdoor Grilling

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Barbecue cooking has become a mainstay of many households around the world, especially since the economic crisis of early 2008. After all, if you are trying to save money from your household cooking budget, why not have beautifully barbecued sausages, steak, chicken, potato and onions, instead of boiling these ingredients into a tasteless mash! And if the weather is good, why not enjoy standing outdoors cooking instead of being trapped in your kitchen area.

The advent of cheap yet efficient outdoor grilling devices, many involving barbeque cooking with gas, has made outdoor grilling a very attractive option in these difficult economic times. However, instead of buying a cheap gas barbecue cooking device, why not consider paying a bit more and adding value and worth to your home at the same time. The way you do this is to make your garden barbecue area a masterpiece, a living and attractive extension of your kitchen into the great outdoors.

Your garden barbeque can become an attractive asset to your home. You can still have the convenience of gas, which in our modern society is one of the most efficient means of outdoor cooking available, but instead of having a cheap, portable barbecue cooking surface you can build your outdoor grilling surface into a magnificent kitchenette, just outside your back door. In fact, my outdoor barbecue setting displays a beautiful stainless steel front, two large grilling surfaces and placeholders for barbecue sauce bottles and utensils, as well as a cunningly hidden garbage compartment.

My garden barbecue setting is my pride and joy on my veranda, allowing me to look across the back yard and beyond as I am outdoor grilling, with a cool drink in hand, chatting with my visitors. My garden barbecue provides the perfect opportunity for the guys to gather together, talk about cars or football, and enjoy the smell of slowly barbecuing meat and vegetables.

So when you are buying a barbecue, don not purchase an outdoor grilling surface based on price or convenience. Consider creating a garden barbeque masterpiece, that will not only serve you, your family and friends on those wonderful, steamy summer nights, but will also provide an asset that will increase the value of your home, make it more attractive to buyers, and yield far more money than you initially inject into creating your garden barbecue masterpiece.

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What Exactly is an Electric Frying Pan?

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An electric frying pan is exactly as the name suggests - a type of frying pan, which is powered by electricity. You might be surprised to find out that the electric frying pan, or electric skillet as it is also known as, has been around since the 1890s! The frying pan was heated by an element on the pan base. Electricity at that time was very expensive however, which made the these pans a luxury item.

As electricity became more widely available, the electric frying pan still did not really become a popular kitchen appliance because it was easier to cook with a conventional frying pan on the stove than locate your electric frying pan at the back of the cupboard and find somewhere to plug it in.

A company called Sunbeam produced an automatic frying pan in 1953 and this cast aluminum, square shaped pan had a built-in element to heat the pan. There were heat controls on the handles. A stainless steel version was launched in 1954. The pans enjoyed some popularity in the 1970s because it could cook everything from roasts to stews and casseroles, as well as basic fried foods.

Modern Electric Frying Pans

Today we have nonstick pans and electric skillets, which are round or square. You can also get electric woks. These pans range from twelve to eighteen inches in diameter.

Electric pans are a timesaver and they do not fill your kitchen with smoke. They are easy to use. You just have to plug it in and turn the heat up or down. Most models have a low, medium, and high setting but some of the newer ones also have a "keep warm" setting.

As well as being really easy to cook with, electric pans are simple to clean. Because most of the newer ones are made of nonstick stainless steel, you can just use paper towels and a de-greaser to remove any stuck-on food. The fact that the pan is nonstick means that you do not have to use fat or oil to cook with, so soapy water is all you need to clean the pan. Obviously, you cannot wash the electrical parts like the heating element, but it is easy to clean the inside of the electric skillet.

What Can You Cook in It?

Because electric frying pans do not have the same hot spots as pans on the stove, they are especially good for making foods like pancakes. As well as pancakes, hamburgers and eggs, you can use electric frying pans to cook lots of other recipes.

You can braise meat in them. To do this, add three tablespoons of oil to the pan and turn the temperature setting to high. Brown your meat all over, then fill the pan halfway with water, and cover it. Turn the heat down and cook the meat for a couple of hours or until it is tender and juicy.

You might like to use your pan for frying fish. You will need to add oil and lower the fish into the oil with a big, specially shaped wooden spoon. Cook the fish until it is golden brown and done through.

You can make chili, stews, and soup recipes in an electric skillet too. All you need is some stock in the pan, and the right ingredients. Start the cooking process at a high temperature, and then turn it down to medium when the recipe begins to boil. Simmer these dishes for at least half an hour before serving them.

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Preparing and Cooking Eggs

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First, find out how fresh the eggs really are. The freshest ones are the eggs that sink and lie flat on their sides when submerged in cool water. These eggs can be used for any dish. By the time the egg is a week old, the air pocket inside, near the broad end, has expanded so that the broad end tilts up as the egg is submerged in cool water. The yolk and the white inside have begun to separate; these eggs are easier to peel when hard-cooked. A week or two later, the egg's air pocket has expanded enough to cause the broad end of the egg to point straight up when you put the egg in water. By now the egg is runny and should be used in sauces where it doesn't matter if it isn't picture-perfect. After four weeks, the egg will float. Throw it away.

Eggs are easily contaminated with Salmonella microorganisms that can slip through an intact shell. NEVER EAT OR SERVE A DISH OR BEVERAGE MADE WITH RAW FRESH EGGS. SALMONELLA IS DESTROYED BY COOKING EGGS TO AN INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 145°F; EGG-MILK DISHES SUCH AS CUSTARDS MUST BE COOKED TO AN INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 160°F.

If you separate fresh eggs by hand, wash your hands thoroughly before touching other food, dishes, or cooking tools. When you have finished preparing raw eggs, wash your hands and all utensils thoroughly with soap and hot water. NEVER STIR COOKED EGGS WITH A UTENSIL USED ON RAW EGGS.

When you whip an egg white, you change the structure of its protein molecules which unfold, breaking bonds between atoms on the same molecule and forming new bonds to atoms on adjacent molecules. The result is a network of protein molecules that hardens around air trapped in bubbles in the net. If you beat the whites too long, the foam will turn stiff enough to hold its shape even if you don't cook it, but it will be too stiff to expand naturally if you heat it, as in a souffle. When you do cook properly whipped egg white foam, the hot air inside the bubbles will expand. Ovalbumin, an elastic protein in the white, allows the bubble walls to bulge outward until they are cooked firm and the network is stabilized as a puffy souffle.

The bowl in which you whip the whites should be absolutely free of fat or grease, since the fat molecules will surround the protein molecules in the egg white and keep them from linking up together to form a puffy white foam. Eggs whites will react with metal ions from the surface of an aluminum bowl to form dark particles that discolor the egg-white foam. You can whip eggs successfully in an enamel or glass bowl, but they will do best in a copper bowl because copper ions bind to the egg and stabilize the foam.

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What Exactly is an Electric Frying Pan?

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An electric frying pan is exactly as the name suggests - a type of frying pan, which is powered by electricity. You might be surprised to find out that the electric frying pan, or electric skillet as it is also known as, has been around since the 1890s! The frying pan was heated by an element on the pan base. Electricity at that time was very expensive however, which made the these pans a luxury item.

As electricity became more widely available, the electric frying pan still did not really become a popular kitchen appliance because it was easier to cook with a conventional frying pan on the stove than locate your electric frying pan at the back of the cupboard and find somewhere to plug it in.

A company called Sunbeam produced an automatic frying pan in 1953 and this cast aluminum, square shaped pan had a built-in element to heat the pan. There were heat controls on the handles. A stainless steel version was launched in 1954. The pans enjoyed some popularity in the 1970s because it could cook everything from roasts to stews and casseroles, as well as basic fried foods.

Modern Electric Frying Pans

Today we have nonstick pans and electric skillets, which are round or square. You can also get electric woks. These pans range from twelve to eighteen inches in diameter.

Electric pans are a timesaver and they do not fill your kitchen with smoke. They are easy to use. You just have to plug it in and turn the heat up or down. Most models have a low, medium, and high setting but some of the newer ones also have a "keep warm" setting.

As well as being really easy to cook with, electric pans are simple to clean. Because most of the newer ones are made of nonstick stainless steel, you can just use paper towels and a de-greaser to remove any stuck-on food. The fact that the pan is nonstick means that you do not have to use fat or oil to cook with, so soapy water is all you need to clean the pan. Obviously, you cannot wash the electrical parts like the heating element, but it is easy to clean the inside of the electric skillet.

What Can You Cook in It?

Because electric frying pans do not have the same hot spots as pans on the stove, they are especially good for making foods like pancakes. As well as pancakes, hamburgers and eggs, you can use electric frying pans to cook lots of other recipes.

You can braise meat in them. To do this, add three tablespoons of oil to the pan and turn the temperature setting to high. Brown your meat all over, then fill the pan halfway with water, and cover it. Turn the heat down and cook the meat for a couple of hours or until it is tender and juicy.

You might like to use your pan for frying fish. You will need to add oil and lower the fish into the oil with a big, specially shaped wooden spoon. Cook the fish until it is golden brown and done through.

You can make chili, stews, and soup recipes in an electric skillet too. All you need is some stock in the pan, and the right ingredients. Start the cooking process at a high temperature, and then turn it down to medium when the recipe begins to boil. Simmer these dishes for at least half an hour before serving them.

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Zojirushi bread machine

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What is more inviting then the aroma of freshly baked bread? That indulgence is available on a whim with a Zojirushi bread machine. Experience the convenience and creativity that comes with owning a bread machine. There is much more to make than just bread with this machine. The possibilities are endless.

The Zojirushi bread machine makes a traditionally shaped, 2 lb loaf of bread. The exclusive Home Made Menu function allows adjustments to knead, rise and bake time, allowing for a totally customized bread production. It has a 13 hour programmable timer, imagine having fresh baked bread first thing in the morning! And bread is not the only thing that can be prepared in this versatile machine. Prepare dough, cake, jam, sourdough starter and even meatloaf. In addition to it being easy to use, the machine comes with an instructional video which outlines all the features and benefits of this machine, a liquid measuring cup and a double-ended measuring spoon, as well as an instruction booklet with recipes.

The Zojirushi bread machine comes equipped with a large, user friendly and easy to read LCD control panel, two kneading blades to ensure thorough kneading, and durable construction to ensure quality and years of use. This bread machine is a compact size, ensuring that it can sit comfortably on the counter, and works quietly while it produces mouthwatering treats. In addition, the bread maker allows custom programs to be saved, making it easier to produce king-favorite recipes. Prepare the bread during the night with 13 hours programmable timer, or do it in under two hours with the cycle of rapid firing. There is a large window that allows you to check on the bread during the baking cycle. This machine is well designed, easy to use, functional and good for any kitchen.

The Zojirushi Home Bakery Supreme Bread Maker is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment. It can be a variety of different foods and even food.At an affordable price, this is the bread machine is not only a welcome addition for the kitchen, but it is a great way to ensure food quality and nutrition. It 'easy to use and sell time and again.

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Gourmet Cooking Tools - Tips To Find The Right Equipment

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If you are keen to create delicious gourmet dishes in your kitchen it is important to have the right tools for the job at hand. Whether you are a professional chef or cooking for pleasure at home, the correct gourmet cooking tool will make a world of difference to the end result. To create perfect gourmet meals you need only the best ingredients, with this in mind it makes sense to also use only the best equipment you can afford. There are many companies dedicated to supplying gourmet cooking tools and the internet is the first place to look.

You may think that investing in gourmet cooking tools is a waste of money when you have equipment at your disposal that you have used for years. However, when embarking on gourmet cooking most of us do not have the specialized tools and equipment that are needed to create the perfect finish to our dishes. The initial investment of purchasing gourmet cooking tools will pay dividends in the future when you see how much easier it is to prepare your ingredients in the way the recipe specifies.

The following are a few basic gourmet cooking tools that are essential to gourmet cooks:

The Spatula is a very useful tool. The best kind are those that are easy to manipulate and not too heavy. They should also be heatproof and made of a non stick material for the best results.

Another useful, and necessary gourmet cooking tool is the Timer. It is so easy to forget how long food has been cooking for and you can avoid a disaster by using this device. And added benefit to this tool is that you can use it to test the cooking temperature and so ensure perfect results.

Finally, good gourmet cooking utensils should be an absolute must. They should be practical and easy to use and made of only the most resilient materials that are rustproof and are able to withstand heat. Choosing the best gourmet cooking utensils will ensure that they will remain part of your equipment for years to come and produce consistently good results.

The above are just a few examples of gourmet cooking equipment. But if you are serious about producing gourmet dishes of a superior standard there are many more tools and gadgets to choose from that will make your job easier and more efficient. By using the right tools you will enhance the presentation of whatever dish you are creating and will undoubtedly avoid gourmet cooking disasters. The investment is always worthwhile and you will enjoy the whole experience all the more if you have confidence in your utensils.

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Complete and Thorough Review of Zojirushi 2lb Home Bakery Supreme Breadmaker

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There's a good reason why Zojirushi is Japanese for 'elephant brand.' It feels as heavy as an elephant itself, with its 27 pounds of bread making bulk. Discover whether or not it will fit under your cabinets first. The Zojirushi is big, with a width of 17 inches and depth of 12 inches. It's also 9 inches in height, so think twice before putting it under your cabinet, as you'll still need to be able to lift the lid in order to use the breadmaker.

You can produce a regular 2 pound loaf with the Zojirushi 2lb Home Bakery Supreme bread Maker. The shape resembles regular oven bread pans in its horizontal shape. The pan measures 5 inches x 9 inches x 5 inches in terms of general size. One and a half pound loaves are also possible. The lid has a high dome, allowing for a lot of rising of the dough.

You can make raisin bread or pizza dough with this breadmaker, making it diverse in terms of its baking capacity. You can discover other functions for it as well. Jam can be made also. You can mix and prepare homemade jelly from fresh and canned fruits. Those who want to can make cakes as well. The Zojirushi 2lb Home Bakery Supreme Bread Machine will more than likely out-perform and outlast any other machine you've seen or used.

Even though it's powerful, it will not create a great deal of disturbance as it kneads. The controls and display have been put on a slanted panel causing them to be simpler to see and use than the regular top and side mounted display panels. An important fact about the Zojirushi Bread Machine is the length of service of the brand, which started operating in 1918 and has been making breadmakers since 1988. This company pays attention to what their customers want and like, so advances are gained to each new version they create, and they stay on top of issues constantly.

Often, with a typical Bread Maker, you can pre-program them to make the bread prepared for your awakening, so there is no need to wait on your part. The Zojirushi bread maker tendsto be quieter than many others. This is superb because, if you reside in the real world, you certainly don't want to hear the knocking and thumping that is experienced along with the majority of bread makers.

With the Zo, however, you can have confidence in their super quiet processing, so you will sleep easily through the night without being awakened to noisy bread kneading. Many bread makers have many selections so you can customize your bread, from the crust color to the cycles used to make dough only. With the Zojirushi bread maker you're able to create, and save, 3 self programmed cycles that are uniquely your own. Advanced bread makers will enjoy this ability since allows them to program in old recipes intio their newBreadmaker.

Another feature will be a distinct blessing for people who live through hot summer months, and regular electric brown-outs due to so many people having their air conditioning run all the time. If the power will fluctuate in your area, or clicks off/on a lot, the Zojirushi just resumes a the same place it was interrupted. This feature allows you up to 10 minutes to restore power. It can annoy you to make bread on breadmakers that are not as good as the Zo. You'll end up throwing away half-baked remnants when the machine resets because of a temporary power loss.

You'll find it easy to comprehend the plain English of the instruction book, and even get some recipes. You may see some spelling errors within the manual, but none of them will impact your ability to bake great batches of bread. Zojirushi takes care of its customers, and as a result have a a 800 customer service number that you can call with any questions you have with it. While most of the other breadmakers are built with a wire handgrip that bends on their removable baking trays, the Zo doesn't offer this. When I phoned the help line, they quickly and happily informed me that it would be better to use oven mitts when removing the larger horizontal cooking pan.

A different situation that happened was the lack of levelness of the top of the bread. When I phoned Customer Service, they explained that this happens now and again with recipes that are heavier during the cycle for kneading. It is able to be easily solved with a spoon by gently leveling off the top of the loaf before it commences baking. No matter what kind of bread you desire - fast-rising yeast bread, bread with no gluten, sourdough bread - you can get it all with the Zo. If you need a breadmaker that, despite its mass, can deliver quality breads to you even overcoming a power outage, look no farther than the Zo for all your baking needs.

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Bulgarian Recipes and Cuisine

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Bulgaria's cuisine contains a unique blend of flavors reflecting the country's position in Southeast Europe. Greek, Turkish and Middle Eastern influences combine with the country's native Slavic traditions.Furthermore, many people say that they can detect influences from further afield too: Hungarian cuisine, a taste of Italy, and just a hint of the Mediterranean.

The first thing that visitors will notice is that Bulgaria has its own distinctive ingredients. These include kiselo mlyako (literally "sour milk") which is a yoghurt, and sirene (a white brine cheese that can be made from cow's, goat's or sheep's milk).

Some popular traditional Bulgarian dishes include:

- Shkembe chorba - Some Bulgarians proudly claim this unique tripe soup as a national historic tradition, whereas see it as uncouth and just a little vulgar. The soup is made from the stomach lining of cows, mixed with milk, and then seasoned using vinegar, garlic and chili peppers. According to legend, if drank in the morning, the soup can act as a hangover cure.

- Tarator - A cold soup, often eaten in the warm Black Sea regions of the country. Tarator is made using yoghurt, cucumbers, nuts, vegetable oil and water, and flavored with garlic and dill. It is often served chilled, sometimes even with ice.

- Shopska salad - A traditional Bulgarian salad made from dice vegetables: raw or roasted peppers, tomatoes, cucumber and onions. The salad is served covered with grated or diced sirene.

- Lyutika - A type of salad relish made from a mixture of roasted peppers, tomatoes and onions, finely crushed using a pestle and mortar. Lyutika is flavored using garlic and parlsey, and is sometimes mixed with yoghurt, sirene, hard-boiled eggs or even pieces of cooked chicken.

- Lukanka - Spicy sausage made from pork or beef (veal). The sausage is prepared in a dried cow's intestine and hung to dry for up to 3 months. Once dried it is pressed, and a white fungus is often allowed to grow on it (the fungus is removed before eating). When Lukana is eaten, it is cut into fine slices and served cold.

- Soujouk - Another type of dry-cured spicy sausage. Soujouk is made from minced beef, and can not be eaten cold, but must be cooked before eating. Due to its high fat content, it can be cooked in its own juices without oil.

- Elenski but - Dry-cured ham, traditionally from Elena in northern Bulgaria.

- Banitsa - A light baked savory pastry made with eggs and sirene.

- Sarma - A rolled leaf, filled with a spiced mixture of minced meat, rice and finely chopped onions.

- Popara - A meal made from dry, perhaps slightly stale bread. The bread is cooked with milk, tea or water, a small amount of butter and sugar, and either kajmak (a type of clotted cream) or sirene.

- Gyuvetch - A casserole made using diced beef, peppers, onions, tomatoes, eggplant, and okra.

- Tsarska turshiya - Pickled vegetables; cauliflower with carrots, celery and red peppers.

- Selska turshiya - Pickled vegetables; cauliflower with green onions, geen tomatoes, cabbage, carrots and celery.

As well as savory dishes, Bulgaria is also home to many excellent desserts. These include:

- Garash - A walnut cake, frosted with cream and bitter chocolate, then covered with chocolate icing.

- Halva - A sweet made using sesame-seed or sunflower-seed tahini. There is also a variant made using semolina, and another variety (known as "white halva") made from sugar which is traditionally eaten just before Lent.

- Kozunak - Sweet bread with milk, butter, sugar, eggs, raisins and lemon zest.

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Zojirushi Bread Machine

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What is more inviting then the aroma of freshly baked bread? That indulgence is available on a whim with a Zojirushi bread machine. Experience the convenience and creativity that comes with owning a bread machine. There is much more to make than just bread with this machine. The possibilities are endless.

The Zojirushi bread machine makes a traditionally shaped, 2 lb loaf of bread. The exclusive Home Made Menu function allows adjustments to knead, rise and bake time, allowing for a totally customized bread production. It has a 13 hour programmable timer, imagine having fresh baked bread first thing in the morning! And bread is not the only thing that can be prepared in this versatile machine. Prepare dough, cake, jam, sourdough starter and even meatloaf. In addition to it being easy to use, the machine comes with an instructional video which outlines all the features and benefits of this machine, a liquid measuring cup and a double-ended measuring spoon, as well as an instruction booklet with recipes.

The Zojirushi bread machine comes equipped with a large, user friendly and easy to read LCD control panel, two kneading blades to ensure thorough kneading, and durable construction to ensure quality and years of use. This bread machine is a compact size, ensuring that it can sit comfortably on the counter, and works quietly while it produces mouthwatering treats. In addition, the bread maker allows custom programs to be saved, making it easier to re-produce favorite recipes. Prepare bread overnight with the 13 hour programmable timer, or make it in as little as two hours with the Quick Bake cycle. There is a large viewing window, making it possible to check on the bread during the baking cycle. This well designed machine is easy to use, functional and an asset to any kitchen.

The Zojirushi Home Bakery Supreme bread maker is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment. It can produce a plethora of different foods and even meals. At an affordable price, this bread maker is not only a welcome addition to the kitchen, but is a great way to ensure the quality and nutrition of food. It is easy to use and will sell itself the moment it is turned on.

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What Do You Need to Cook Chinese Food?

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Are you, like many people, attracted by the possibility of cooking scrumptious and healthy Chinese meals at home? What do you need, in addition to the recipe, the ingredients, and your kitchen?

Well woks have been the mainstay of Chinese cooking for centuries - over 3000 years use in China, indeed.  If you haven't got one, is a wok necessary? Highly desirable, but not really essential, would be my view.You can use a frying pan to cook stir frys.  A wok, does, however, have numerous advantages. It needs much less oil, and distributes heat much more evenly than a frying pan does. And the unique concave shape of a wok makes tossing the food around during stir frying more straightforward. Coupled with the fact that you can also use the wok as an simple every day frying pan, and a deep fryer if wanted.

Other equipment that is also not essential, but desirable includes:

A wok lid. Which can either be domed shaped or flat topped. It should be able to fit the lid of the wok. And the lid needs to be high enough to ensure that it will allow the wok to be used with the desired quantities in it.

A spatula. Which is used for stirring and tossing the food It needs to have a long handle - for obvious reasons! And it can be made of metal or wood - the latter is especially desirable for non stick woks and frying pans.

A ladle . Used for adding stock, in addition to other seasoning. A ladle can also be used to measure out other ingredients to add.

A cleaver. Cutting and slicing before food preparation is especially important. Having bite size pieces enables the food to be eaten with chopsticks. It also reduces cooking time by increasing the amount of surface area exposed to heat. And permits greater absorption of sauces and flavourings. Although Chinese cleavers often look as though they could cut through bones, don't use cleavers for this - it may damage them.  Although traditionally made of carbon steel, this can rust and add a taste of metal. Best to get a knife made from stainless steel. The flat end can also be used as a pestle.

A steaming basket.  This is a round basket that can hold food hovering over boiling water. Bamboo baskets are generally better than metal ones as the bamboo absorbs the moisture and allows the steam to circulate. Dripping water from metal ones can reduce the flavour of the food.

Ring stand. A ring stand can stabilise the wok. Generally these have open sides for gas stoves, and closed sides for electric ones. If your wok has a tapered stand then use it so that the broader side is up for electric stoves, and other side up for gas ones.

Rack. Usually a semi circle and can be used to keep food warm.

Skimmer. A skimmer is a implement made from wire mesh. Usually with a long handle made of bamboo (although also rarely metal). It is used to scoop out such food as dumplings noodles and wontons, in addition to deep fried foods from boiling water or oil.

Thermometer. Useful to make sure that the right temperature has been achieved during deep frying. It is crucial that the bulb doesn't touch the bottom of the wok.

Whisk. used for cleaning the wok.

Tongs. Used to take out and move around, food.

If buying a wok, it can make sense to get accessories at the same time as you may get a discount.

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Three Reasons to Buy a Waffle Maker

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Even though you can only cook one thing in a waffle maker, they tend to be very useful. Among other things, few foods are as tasty, or as easy to prepare for the first meal of the day. At the same time, if you choose the right ingredients, you can always have peace of mind knowing that you will be eating something filled with high quality nutrients. Once you switch from frozen waffles to fresh made ones, you are sure to notice a number of benefits.

Make Waffles That Fit Your Dietary Needs

If you are diabetic, or have high cholesterol levels, you will always need to be concerned about various ingredients found in frozen waffles. That said, even if you are relatively healthy, you should still be concerned about additives and preservative that may cause other forms of long term damage to your health. When you have waffle maker, you can always control the ingredients that go into each waffle. For example, you can choose whole grain flour, as well as different kinds of fruits and other additives. As may be expected, these changes will be much better than simply relying frozen variety that are filled with refined sugars and other unhealthy ingredients.

Save Money on Home Made Waffles

Even though the price of food is egregiously high, pre-processed foods are still more expensive than individual ingredients. In most cases, if you want to make basic waffles, a bag of flour and a handful of other ingredients will be much cheaper in the long run. You may even be surprised to find that a single five pound bag of flour will last far longer than several boxes of frozen waffles. At the same time, you won't have to worry about losing valuable space in your freezer. If you have an external freezer to manage excess food items, you can save a good bit of money on your electric bill once you disconnect it.

Make Waffle Variants for Lunch and Dinner

As you may be aware, waffles are traditionally breakfast foods. On the other hand, there is nothing wrong with adding other things to the batter that might be suitable for other meals. Among other things, you may want to add eggs, broccoli, and even cheese to a basic waffle mix. Once you start experimenting with waffle variants, you are sure to come up with all kinds of delicious foods that are fast and easy to eat. If you have a busy schedule, or a hectic household, this is sure to be of some help to you.

In these difficult times, it is very important to get good quality foods at an affordable price. Aside from helping manage your budget, nutritious foods also contribute to your ability to manage stress, and many other problems in your life. Therefore, if you consider breakfast to be the most important meal of the day, you will be well served by buying a waffle maker that will enable you to get all the best nutrients as cheaply as possible.

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The Wonderful Zojirushi Bread Machine - The Best Bread Maker

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You'll find nothing more desirable than the aroma of fresh-baked bread, right out of the oven. Unfortunately, most of us just lack enough time to prepare our own bread in our own kitchen these days. We tend to accept "artisan" loaves which can be stale and bland when we get them home, or perhaps we simply buy whatever's in a bag at the store. Fortunately, you will find other choices. Contemporary bread machines, most notably the Zojirushi bread machines, enable us to bake bread free of all the kneading and monitored rising. Basically, you simply insert the ingredients, set the timer, and awaken or arrive home to fresh baked bread.

It's Not Just for Bread

Zojirushi's bread machine isn't really simply about bread, either. It's also great for creating the dough for similar baked goods, cakes, jams, starter for sourdoughs including foods you wouldn't imagine go in a bread machine, for instance, meat loaf. The instructional video which is included with every Zojirushi machine can have you baking up a storm in almost no time at all.

All bread machines from this company offer a programmable timer, liquid measuring cup and double ended spoon, together with a recipe crammed instruction guide. The LCD display is large and very easy to read, the kneading blades ensure your loaf is kneaded evenly throughout, and the durable manufacture makes sure that the machine will be available for many years of use. Plus, Zojirushi knows you don't have much space. They've constructed their bread machine in a compact size that doesn't take up much space, and designed it to guarantee a low sound level.

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Bread can be made overnight or during the day, using the timer. Additionally, it can be made in two hours approximately, for the baker in a hurry. Work with the viewing window to find out how your bread is doing, and utilize the three recipe memory function to keep track of your favorites. You can manage crust thickness with a simple setting, as well. The pan is rectangular, and makes a average two pound loaf - not round or weirdly formed bread like some older machines. The bread still arrives horizontally, the way in which it should, and produces standard slices.

The limited one year warranty will help you guarantee that your bread machine is primed for action, as soon as you will be needing it. If you enjoy the great taste of fresh-baked bread, you'll enjoy the Zojirushi bread machine - it helps even the most frantic folks savor the great taste of homemade bread, without wasting all day in the kitchen. Take your time to check out this reasonably priced deluxe bread maker, and see what a difference it can make in your kitchen.

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Canning Pickles

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As important as it is to make delicious pickles, so is the process of canning pickles. In fact, it's a process that ought to be done with a lot of care, precision and diligence. Basically, this is the storage of pickles and it's normally done in cans. When poorly done it can easily lead to pickles getting damaged. Nevertheless, when canning pickles, ensure you do it as per the procedure and your pickles will last even for 2 years. The procedure is as follows.

Firstly, gather all the equipment and utensils required, sterilize them and make sure that they're in good working condition. For pickle barrels and jars, check for any minute cracks, scratches or chipping. Basically, clean the jars in hot soapy water, rinse and then dry them as well as the lids.

The next step is to make the pickles according to your recipe and when they're ready, place inside the jars and use a spoon to remove any air bubbles. Cover the jars with the lids firmly and tightly, and place them in boiling water for about 10 minutes. While heating, you can either use a caner which contains water and the cans are placed in it or a large pot in which the jars can be directly placed.

After this boiling process, allow the jars to cool, dry them and after 12 to 20 hours check to see if their seals are okay. Afterward, store them in a cool, dry and dark place for about a month. At this stage, they're ready for consumption. However, if you open a jar of pickles, store in a refrigerator and consume within an year. Basically when canning of pickles is well done, then they'll last long enough.

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Are You Buying the Right Juicer?

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When it comes to buying a juicer for your home use, you need to consider a few important things. The first is what type of juice you plan on making most of the time because different machines work better with certain types of fruits and vegetables than others.

A centrifuge juicer is the most common, and if you are new to juicing, not sure if you will enjoy it, or simply don't have a lot of money to spend on a machine, this is a good choice. A centrifuge juicer works by grating the food into small pieces and then spinning it around in a fine mesh basket at a high RPM (revolutions per minute). The food is pressed against the screen, resulting in juice. This is a great choice when you plan on doing a lot of fruit juices or soft vegetables.

A masticator or single augur juicer is a higher end machine that works by chewing, or grinding the food up. This process results in a higher juice yield, and drier pulp. Because the masticator machine operates at a slower RPM, the nutrients are better preserved with this process than a centrifugal machine. This is a good choice if you plan on juicing a wider variety of fruits and vegetables, including leafy greens and wheatgrass.

A triturating or twin gear machine is generally the highest quality of juicer that you can purchase for home use. If you plan on juicing a lot, or want to do a lot of leafy green vegetables and wheat grass, this is the machine for you. It works by pressing food through the twin gears, creating a higher yield of juice. They work at very low RPM resulting in juice rich in enzymes and nutrients.

It is important to look for a juicer that is easy to clean and care for. Look for a machine that has snap apart pieces making it easy to access all areas. Dishwasher safe components result in easier cleaning. Some machines come with helpful brushes for accessing hard to reach areas. A removable pulp basket is a must, for quick and easy emptying of the pulp. Some machines allow you to remove the pulp basket during operation which allows you to continue juicing.

You have to feed fruits and vegetables into the machine, so be sure to check the chute size. If you plan on juicing a lot of apples, you will want a larger chute. It is not very convenient to have to chop your produce into a lot of little pieces before juicing. It is also a time saver if you can put large or even whole pieces of produce into the machine.

Tip: If the presence of nutrients and vitamins in the juice is very important to you, choose a masticator or triturating machine, as they produce less nutrient and enzyme damaging heat.

For everything you need to know about buying the right Juicer go to Buyz123.com: Juicer Buying Guide

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Breadmakers For Easy Baking

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A bread maker is a home appliance that has revolutionized the process of making breads. First manufactured in 1986 in Japan, breadmaker since then moved its way to homes in the United States and United Kingdom. By means of a breadmaker, automatic baking has become possible and more convenient.

As with ordinary baking, ingredients must first be measured according to the recipe. The mixture is then poured into the bread pan that is placed in the machine. The breadmaker will then take some hours to bake the bread by first turning the mixture into dough and eventually baking it. The process of making dough is helped by a built-in paddle. Once the baking is done and has been allowed to cool down, the bread is then freed from the bread pan. The paddle at the bottom of the loaf should be removed from its place.

Breadmaker breads are much easier to get spoiled as compared with the commercial breads due to the absence of additives. However, it is possible that sourdough starter may be added to the ingredients to prolong the shelf life of the breads.

Breadmakers have built-in timers that may be set for easier baking. Other machines can be programmed to only prepare the dough and not to bake the bread later, in this case the dough is baked in an oven. Breadmakers have other uses as well. They may be set to make jams, pizza bases, wheat-free loaf, cakes, and pasta and in some instances, mochi- a Japanese rice bread.

Considerations in choosing a breadmaker:

- the over-all capacity of baking loafs

- the quality of bread produced

- the duration of time it takes to make one loaf

- the featured programs

- type: may either be single loaf breadmaker or multi loaf breadmaker

However, like with normal baking there may arise several problems concerning the quality of the bread produced. These may either be caused by the process of baking or the quality of breadmaker itself.

Doughy loaf

This problem basically concerns the temperature of the breadmaker. The built-in thermometer must read 190 F. Once the baking is over and the loaf is still doughy, you may choose to continue baking it in a conventional oven or wait till the breadmaker cools down and start the whole process over.

Small bread

Lack of liquid added to the dough. The problem starts with the dissolving of the yeast. If too little liquid is used, the yeast may not be stimulated to produce the necessary carbon dioxide, which is instrumental in making the dough rise. Without this, the loaf may become dense and will be much smaller.

Collapsed or flat-topped bread

Collapsing is mainly due to too much addition of liquid to the dough. The yeast in this case is overly stimulated, producing more gluten than the dough may withhold. This leads to the collapsing of loaf structure.

Bread sticking in the breadmaker pan

This can be resolved by brushing the breadmaker pan with oil before adding the water into the dough. This works well in the majority of conventional ovens as well.

Too much rising of the loaf

This problem may be controlled with the use of salt. Adding one half teaspoon of salt may be sufficient to keep the rising of the bread in balance.

One need not be an Einstein to run a simple machine such as the breadmaker. For more instruction and self-help tips, users may check the manual of the machine.

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The Wonderful Zojirushi Bread Machine - The Best Bread Maker

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You'll find nothing more desirable than the aroma of fresh-baked bread, right out of the oven. Unfortunately, most of us just lack enough time to prepare our own bread in our own kitchen these days. We tend to accept "artisan" loaves which can be stale and bland when we get them home, or perhaps we simply buy whatever's in a bag at the store. Fortunately, you will find other choices. Contemporary bread machines, most notably the Zojirushi bread machines, enable us to bake bread free of all the kneading and monitored rising. Basically, you simply insert the ingredients, set the timer, and awaken or arrive home to fresh baked bread.

It's Not Just for Bread

Zojirushi's bread machine isn't really simply about bread, either. It's also great for creating the dough for similar baked goods, cakes, jams, starter for sourdoughs including foods you wouldn't imagine go in a bread machine, for instance, meat loaf. The instructional video which is included with every Zojirushi machine can have you baking up a storm in almost no time at all.

All bread machines from this company offer a programmable timer, liquid measuring cup and double ended spoon, together with a recipe crammed instruction guide. The LCD display is large and very easy to read, the kneading blades ensure your loaf is kneaded evenly throughout, and the durable manufacture makes sure that the machine will be available for many years of use. Plus, Zojirushi knows you don't have much space. They've constructed their bread machine in a compact size that doesn't take up much space, and designed it to guarantee a low sound level.

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Bread can be made overnight or during the day, using the timer. Additionally, it can be made in two hours approximately, for the baker in a hurry. Work with the viewing window to find out how your bread is doing, and utilize the three recipe memory function to keep track of your favorites. You can manage crust thickness with a simple setting, as well. The pan is rectangular, and makes a average two pound loaf - not round or weirdly formed bread like some older machines. The bread still arrives horizontally, the way in which it should, and produces standard slices.

The limited one year warranty will help you guarantee that your bread machine is primed for action, as soon as you will be needing it. If you enjoy the great taste of fresh-baked bread, you'll enjoy the Zojirushi bread machine - it helps even the most frantic folks savor the great taste of homemade bread, without wasting all day in the kitchen. Take your time to check out this reasonably priced deluxe bread maker, and see what a difference it can make in your kitchen.

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The Wonderful Zojirushi Bread Machine - The Best Bread Maker

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You'll find nothing more desirable than the aroma of fresh-baked bread, right out of the oven. Unfortunately, most of us just lack enough time to prepare our own bread in our own kitchen these days. We tend to accept "artisan" loaves which can be stale and bland when we get them home, or perhaps we simply buy whatever's in a bag at the store. Fortunately, you will find other choices. Contemporary bread machines, most notably the Zojirushi bread machines, enable us to bake bread free of all the kneading and monitored rising. Basically, you simply insert the ingredients, set the timer, and awaken or arrive home to fresh baked bread.

It's Not Just for Bread

Zojirushi's bread machine isn't really simply about bread, either. It's also great for creating the dough for similar baked goods, cakes, jams, starter for sourdoughs including foods you wouldn't imagine go in a bread machine, for instance, meat loaf. The instructional video which is included with every Zojirushi machine can have you baking up a storm in almost no time at all.

All bread machines from this company offer a programmable timer, liquid measuring cup and double ended spoon, together with a recipe crammed instruction guide. The LCD display is large and very easy to read, the kneading blades ensure your loaf is kneaded evenly throughout, and the durable manufacture makes sure that the machine will be available for many years of use. Plus, Zojirushi knows you don't have much space. They've constructed their bread machine in a compact size that doesn't take up much space, and designed it to guarantee a low sound level.

set and Forget Overnight

Bread can be made overnight or during the day, using the timer. Additionally, it can be made in two hours approximately, for the baker in a hurry. Work with the viewing window to find out how your bread is doing, and utilize the three recipe memory function to keep track of your favorites. You can manage crust thickness with a simple setting, as well. The pan is rectangular, and makes a average two pound loaf - not round or weirdly formed bread like some older machines. The bread still arrives horizontally, the way in which it should, and produces standard slices.

The limited one year warranty will help you guarantee that your bread machine is primed for action, as soon as you will be needing it. If you enjoy the great taste of fresh-baked bread, you'll enjoy the Zojirushi bread machine - it helps even the most frantic folks savor the great taste of homemade bread, without wasting all day in the kitchen. Take your time to check out this reasonably priced deluxe bread maker, and see what a difference it can make in your kitchen.

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Buying the Best Gas Grill Out There, Learn How to Protect it Now

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Grill protection is essential for the long term usability. It can add years of durability, but also make the presentation of your it appealing for a long time to come. I mean let's face it who wants an rusty old looking grill on their nice deck or patio bringing down the appeal of there house. Not only that if you are willing to spend hundreds of dollars on this purchase don't you want to have it for a long time. Some of the elements that covers are designed to add protection against are harmful sun's rays, dirt, rain and other forms of precipitation. Nowadays grill covers seem to have come along way, in fact many people are very specific in the cover that they choose as it can be used as an eye catcher. Covers of today come in so many different sizes and colors all specific for whatever type of grill that one desires. Ok back to protection.

So in an instance that you do not have a cover it is essential that you keep your grill properly cleaned with specific cleaners dependent upon what type of you have, an example would be if you have a stainless steel grill you would want a specific cleaner that you can use just on stainless steel. This will be a huge help in preserving the overall look of it and not allowing dirt, grease or other types of grime to manifest on the surface. Along with this same concept it is also important to have cleaner for the inside of the grill like the racks and tops of burners. A good thing to keep in mind that will create a lot less work for you is to clean your racks each time you use them with simply a brush and some cooking spray which will help to loosen the dirt.

Lastly for overall protection and shear maintenance regularly clean out the burner area this can be done by a industrial wet/dry vacuum to get up any left over from brushing off the rack or barbecuing. This will also add life and help the overall performance of your gas grill.

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George Foreman Champ Grill - The Perfect Solution For Cooking Scrumptious Dinners For 1 Or 2 People

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There is an endless amount of tasty grilled foods you can cook using a George Foreman grill. To cook a small amount of food like one hamburger or one chicken leg is just too over the top using the normal size foreman grills. The smaller old grills however, were still excessively large to prepare just for a single person so more energy, water, space and time is wasted so they produced the champ grill to address this problem since it is a smaller grill suitable to making it ideal for 1 to 2 individuals.

At only 36 inches, the champ grill is a very small but can still still make two huge burger patties, two pork chops or one chicken thigh. The grill has also inherited its trademarked inclined construction to cook all of foods healthier. As a result, the grease and fat that excretes off from the food will flow away through the plate and onto a drip tray. To offer even heat dispersion and faster temperature recovery time, the heating elements are integrated to this grill to evenly distribute heat from the center to all sides of the surface.

This feature uses less energy and but at the same time faster and shorter time is required to make the food. Accessories like the drip tray and spatula are given to assist in collecting the grease and fat that drains off for a no-fuss food removal. The grill plates should be cleaned using a moist cloth while the accessories are safe to put into the dishwasher so clean-up is a lot faster.

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Zojirushi BB-Hac10 - Why I Love It

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Why do I love the Zojirushi BB-Hac10? Well, because it is the ideal breadmaker for someone like me with very limited space. There is only two of us left at home now that the kids are all grown up and the mini 1 pound loaf is just the right size for us. We can have fresh baked homemade bread every day!

This machine is relatively quiet compared to others and because of its compact size it fits in perfectly in our tiny kitchen. If you have a real space problem in your kitchen then this is the one for you.

Another thing that is very important to me is that it has to be programmable. It is not always possible for me to start the baking process at the right time so I can have the bread when I need it. Now with this machine all I have to do is program it to start when I want it to.

Now I have to admit, there is something people complain a lot about and that is the hole bread machines make in your bread. Well, because this one has a very small and thin mixing paddle the hole is very small. This should please those that do not like the hole, me personally, I couldn't care less; it's the tasty bread that counts.

What I see a lot on the internet is people looking for recipes. So, the fact that this one includes a very good recipe book with a variety breads and cakes that you can make in it. Sure, once you know yours you can improvise, but it is good to get the "feel" for it first.

So, now you know why I like the zojirushi bb-hac10 mini breadmaker.

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8 Incredibly Important Secrets That Will Help You to Successfully Cook Great Meat Dishes Outdoors

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Successful outdoor cooking arises for a number of reasons, the most important of which are: having the right outdoor cooking equipment for the job in hand; having a great recipe; using good quality ingredients; taking great care when you're preparing and cooking the meal and then there is the magic ingredient which is loving what you're doing. In this article we look at the 8 most important things that need to be considered when 'preparing & cooking meats outdoors'.

The following 8 secrets are in no order of priority or respective importance; they are all important in their own way to a greater or lesser extent;

1. Ask your butcher for some meat for cooking outdoors; he or she will know best; say what you're planning and be guided by them

Popular TV & Magazine advertising would have us believe that bright red, fat free, fresh meats, rather than brown, fat streaked, meats, are those we should select. No, Fresh in, freshly cut, red meat is not yet ready for cooking. Steaks need time to age. They do this using naturally occurring enzymes that beak down protein in the meat that helps to build flavor & to tenderise. When you get your meat home put it in the fridge for 24-48 hours. Always try to select meat with some fat on the outside, or with veins of fat going through the meat. This is where all the juicy flavours come from.

2. Dry the steak and then salt it before cooking

The drier you can get the steak the less water vapour will be created at the start of cooking. This helps the process that builds a crust on the steak and gives it great flavour; this process is enhanced still further if you salt your steak after drying.

3. Cook your steaks on a really hot grill

Pre-Heat the grill to a high temperature-so that it's almost smoking; then drop the temperature to medium before placing the meat. To test the temperature, hold your hand over the grill, if you can keep it there for 3-4 seconds, this is medium. If your grill is too hot your steaks may char; burnt outside & rare inside.

Don't cook partially frozen steaks

Thaw your meat thoroughly. Do this in the refrigerator; this retains texture & flavor. Steaks & chops usually thaw in one day, large roasts can take 36 hours. Take steaks out of the refrigerator one hour before cooking; this will keep them juicy. Ensure your steaks are at room temperature before grilling. This avoids the shock of hitting the hot grill affecting flavor and texture. If you need to thaw meat quickly use cold water. Meat may be thawed in a microwave oven, DON'T! It will lose it's juices making it dry & chewy.

5. Meat Cooking Temperatures

There is no right or wrong temperature for cooking meat as we all love our, meat particularly our steaks, cooked differently. Remember that meat with bone in takes longer than meat without. As a general guideline the following temperatures apply for different grades of meat:

Steak & Lamb

Rare 120-130°F. 6-7 minutes. Center of steak still cold when served;

Medium Rare 130-135°F. 8-9 minutes Cooked on outside, deep pink inside;

Medium 140-150°F, 10-12 minutes. Served uniformly pink throughout the center.

Medium to Well done 155-165°F. Almost totally cooked through with slight pink in the center.

Well done 170°F. 13-15 minutes Completely cooked through Has to be cooked slowly

Pork

Medium 140°F to 155°F Meat is slightly pink in centre

Well-Done 160°F to 185°F Meat is uniformly brown

Veal

Medium 145°F to 155°F

All poultry:

Cook to 165°F with juices running clear in the thickest part of the bird

6. Testing the temperature of your meat

Meat can be checked for how well its cooked by pressing with your finger. Rare meat feels soft; medium meat is springy & slightly firm; well-done meat feels very firm. The most accurate method is to use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of your meat, away from the bone.

7. Don't keep turning the steaks

To achieve even cooking and see those lovely grill strips across each steak, turn the steaks only once. Always use tongs, never a fork as puncturing the meat allows juices to escape.

8. Take your time and brown your meats first when cooking stews

The Maillard reaction is an important action when cooking stews that you want to taste great. When cooking stew always start by browning the meat in a skillet. What you are doing is allowing the Maillard reaction to occur. This reaction happens only when meat is cooked at a heat of over 115°C, which is when the meats natural amino acids start to react creating a melange of complex flavors. It is because of the Maillard reaction that crusted brown steak tastes so good.

So why is this important in stews? Well for the simple reason that if you cook your meats in a stew without first browning the meat then you're reliant on the heat of the water to do all the cooking, which means the highest temperature the meat will reach will be 100°C; [the boiling temperature of water] meaning the Maillard reaction will not occur! Meaning your meat won't be as tasty as might otherwise be.

So what should you do? Its simple: first cut your meat into cubes, season it; then heat a little oil in a heavy frying pan; then gently brown the meat on all sides over a medium heat. Do this in small batches. Never cook with an over filled pan and don't turn up the heat to go more quickly; take it steady.

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George Foreman Champ Grill - The Perfect Solution For Cooking Scrumptious Dinners For 1 Or 2 People

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There is an endless amount of tasty grilled foods you can cook using a George Foreman grill. To cook a small amount of food like one hamburger or one chicken leg is just too over the top using the normal size foreman grills. The smaller old grills however, were still excessively large to prepare just for a single person so more energy, water, space and time is wasted so they produced the champ grill to address this problem since it is a smaller grill suitable to making it ideal for 1 to 2 individuals.

At only 36 inches, the champ grill is a very small but can still still make two huge burger patties, two pork chops or one chicken thigh. The grill has also inherited its trademarked inclined construction to cook all of foods healthier. As a result, the grease and fat that excretes off from the food will flow away through the plate and onto a drip tray. To offer even heat dispersion and faster temperature recovery time, the heating elements are integrated to this grill to evenly distribute heat from the center to all sides of the surface.

This feature uses less energy and but at the same time faster and shorter time is required to make the food. Accessories like the drip tray and spatula are given to assist in collecting the grease and fat that drains off for a no-fuss food removal. The grill plates should be cleaned using a moist cloth while the accessories are safe to put into the dishwasher so clean-up is a lot faster.

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Caring For Your Stainless Steel Knives

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Stainless steel is remarkably prized for a kitchen's utensil owing to it's robustness, strength plus its lack of discolouration. Yet, you need to keep in mind, stainless steel will be some sort of mix of iron and also carbon plus "stainless" may not necessarily signify rust proof, it will merely end up being guaranteed to be rust tolerant. The reason that rust spots may at times appear on stainless tools is the film of chromium oxide which protects the surface of the blade is harmed due to corrosion or wear.

On the other hand, when due consideration is taken in the washing plus storing of your knife set it can be expected to have quite a prolonged lifespan indeed. The best method to care for your stainless steel knives is to at all times rinse away acidic or salty foods straight away and then clean as usual in your dishwasher or by hand. Take care not to spill dishwasher detergent directly onto your blades as this could result in darkening of your blades.

A good quality knife block will consist of a bread knife, a carving knife, a paring knife, a utility knife, a chef's knife, a cheese knife, a boning knife in addition to a peeling knife. Sometimes the set might additionally consist of specialty knives for oriental cooking, scissors, a knife sharpener and a complete set of steak knives! They are also meticulously constructed to be nicely biased in your hand, and will be typically aesthetically desirable as well to also serve the function of adding toward your kitchen design,style and decor.

Therefore, together with all of the options out there, finding a good quality stainless steel knife block to suit your kitchen and your budget has never been simpler!

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Quick Bacon and Usually At A Great Price

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bacon. That is correct. bacon. I want to write about bacon. Specifically I want to write about a kind of bacon that the supermarkets are not putting inside the freezer or refrigerated compartments. Wow! They are keeping bacon on the shelf. And it is a bacon that you can just microwave and still have a good-tasting bacon.

How long has this been happening? Well, most recently , I was in the supermarket and right near the refrigerated meat, but not in the refrigerator, I saw a sign that said there was a special sale on bacon and it was this interesting kind of bacon that was not refrigerated. Just what I had been waiting for, a bacon that does not need to be fried, although I guess if you want to do that you can. You can pretty much fry almost anything these days. But for this bacon, frying is not a necessity. It seems to be previously-cooked bacon, so that you are actually just reheating the bacon. So what do you think of this bacon or this concept of having meat that does not have to be fried, yet it tastes very good?

So, just what is so good about this bacon? Well, cooking time --there is none. Just open the box and just slip the bacon on a paper plate and microwave it for a bit. You can have a nice-cooked bacon without the hassle of cooking it in the oven or in the fry pan. This cuts breakfast time in half, and that is especially good for those running out to school or work or to volunteer jobs. So what is your opinion about quick bacon? Try it this week and let me know what you think.

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Buying the Best Gas Grill Out There, Learn How to Protect it Now

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Grill protection is essential for the long term usability. It can add years of durability, but also make the presentation of your it appealing for a long time to come. I mean let's face it who wants an rusty old looking grill on their nice deck or patio bringing down the appeal of there house. Not only that if you are willing to spend hundreds of dollars on this purchase don't you want to have it for a long time. Some of the elements that covers are designed to add protection against are harmful sun's rays, dirt, rain and other forms of precipitation. Nowadays grill covers seem to have come along way, in fact many people are very specific in the cover that they choose as it can be used as an eye catcher. Covers of today come in so many different sizes and colors all specific for whatever type of grill that one desires. Ok back to protection.

So in an instance that you do not have a cover it is essential that you keep your grill properly cleaned with specific cleaners dependent upon what type of you have, an example would be if you have a stainless steel grill you would want a specific cleaner that you can use just on stainless steel. This will be a huge help in preserving the overall look of it and not allowing dirt, grease or other types of grime to manifest on the surface. Along with this same concept it is also important to have cleaner for the inside of the grill like the racks and tops of burners. A good thing to keep in mind that will create a lot less work for you is to clean your racks each time you use them with simply a brush and some cooking spray which will help to loosen the dirt.

Lastly for overall protection and shear maintenance regularly clean out the burner area this can be done by a industrial wet/dry vacuum to get up any left over from brushing off the rack or barbecuing. This will also add life and help the overall performance of your gas grill.

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The Zojirushi BBCC-X20 Breadmaker

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One of the things that people like best about the Zojirushi BBCC-X20 bread machine is that it is durable and extremely user friendly. One of the comments made most about this breadmaker is that the loaves of bread, no matter what type they are, come out perfect every time. Though you would think that this should be the case with all breadmakers, it definitely isn't. With many breadmakers, especially the older ones, baking bread can involve a lot of trial and error. With the Zojirushi BBCC-X20 breadmaker, this is rarely the case.

With the BBCC-X20 breadmaker, you can make up to three custom bread making programs, meaning that you can customize certain settings and the machine will store them in memory. This is great for people who are very particular about their baking and like to do things in a certain way. With customized settings, you don't have to keep going through a lot of steps each time you want to bake a loaf of bread in a certain way.

The Zojirushi BBCC-X20 has a wonderful new feature called "bake protection". If a loaf of bread is baking and for some reason the power to the machine is lost, as in the case of a power outage or if the machine is accidentally unplugged, the BBCC-X20 will "remember" where it is in the baking cycle, and resume the baking right where it left off when power is restored. With older breadmakers, the loaf would effectively be ruined when the power went off, since the machines would start the cycles all over again when power was restored. There is, however, a limit to how long the machine will store in memory where a loaf of bread was in the baking cycle when the power was interrupted; usually only two hours at the most. With most power interruptions, however, that is usually plenty of time.

The Zojirushi BBCC-X20 has several cycles for baking different types of breads, and also cycles for cake, sourdough bread, and even jam. Instead of a single kneading paddle like most breadmakers have, the BBCC-X20 has two kneading paddles, which many people think are much more effective for even kneading. There is also a viewing window on this breadmaker, which lets you view what is happening in every step of the bread baking process.

With the great modern features of the Zojirushi BBCC-X20, its ease of use and its ability to turn out a perfect product every time, consumers who buy this breadmaker have been very satisfied.

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8 Incredibly Important Secrets That Will Help You to Successfully Cook Great Meat Dishes Outdoors

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Successful outdoor cooking arises for a number of reasons, the most important of which are: having the right outdoor cooking equipment for the job in hand; having a great recipe; using good quality ingredients; taking great care when you're preparing and cooking the meal and then there is the magic ingredient which is loving what you're doing. In this article we look at the 8 most important things that need to be considered when 'preparing & cooking meats outdoors'.

The following 8 secrets are in no order of priority or respective importance; they are all important in their own way to a greater or lesser extent;

1. Ask your butcher for some meat for cooking outdoors; he or she will know best; say what you're planning and be guided by them

Popular TV & Magazine advertising would have us believe that bright red, fat free, fresh meats, rather than brown, fat streaked, meats, are those we should select. No, Fresh in, freshly cut, red meat is not yet ready for cooking. Steaks need time to age. They do this using naturally occurring enzymes that beak down protein in the meat that helps to build flavor & to tenderise. When you get your meat home put it in the fridge for 24-48 hours. Always try to select meat with some fat on the outside, or with veins of fat going through the meat. This is where all the juicy flavours come from.

2. Dry the steak and then salt it before cooking

The drier you can get the steak the less water vapour will be created at the start of cooking. This helps the process that builds a crust on the steak and gives it great flavour; this process is enhanced still further if you salt your steak after drying.

3. Cook your steaks on a really hot grill

Pre-Heat the grill to a high temperature-so that it's almost smoking; then drop the temperature to medium before placing the meat. To test the temperature, hold your hand over the grill, if you can keep it there for 3-4 seconds, this is medium. If your grill is too hot your steaks may char; burnt outside & rare inside.

Don't cook partially frozen steaks

Thaw your meat thoroughly. Do this in the refrigerator; this retains texture & flavor. Steaks & chops usually thaw in one day, large roasts can take 36 hours. Take steaks out of the refrigerator one hour before cooking; this will keep them juicy. Ensure your steaks are at room temperature before grilling. This avoids the shock of hitting the hot grill affecting flavor and texture. If you need to thaw meat quickly use cold water. Meat may be thawed in a microwave oven, DON'T! It will lose it's juices making it dry & chewy.

5. Meat Cooking Temperatures

There is no right or wrong temperature for cooking meat as we all love our, meat particularly our steaks, cooked differently. Remember that meat with bone in takes longer than meat without. As a general guideline the following temperatures apply for different grades of meat:

Steak & Lamb

Rare 120-130°F. 6-7 minutes. Center of steak still cold when served;

Medium Rare 130-135°F. 8-9 minutes Cooked on outside, deep pink inside;

Medium 140-150°F, 10-12 minutes. Served uniformly pink throughout the center.

Medium to Well done 155-165°F. Almost totally cooked through with slight pink in the center.

Well done 170°F. 13-15 minutes Completely cooked through Has to be cooked slowly

Pork

Medium 140°F to 155°F Meat is slightly pink in centre

Well-Done 160°F to 185°F Meat is uniformly brown

Veal

Medium 145°F to 155°F

All poultry:

Cook to 165°F with juices running clear in the thickest part of the bird

6. Testing the temperature of your meat

Meat can be checked for how well its cooked by pressing with your finger. Rare meat feels soft; medium meat is springy & slightly firm; well-done meat feels very firm. The most accurate method is to use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of your meat, away from the bone.

7. Don't keep turning the steaks

To achieve even cooking and see those lovely grill strips across each steak, turn the steaks only once. Always use tongs, never a fork as puncturing the meat allows juices to escape.

8. Take your time and brown your meats first when cooking stews

The Maillard reaction is an important action when cooking stews that you want to taste great. When cooking stew always start by browning the meat in a skillet. What you are doing is allowing the Maillard reaction to occur. This reaction happens only when meat is cooked at a heat of over 115°C, which is when the meats natural amino acids start to react creating a melange of complex flavors. It is because of the Maillard reaction that crusted brown steak tastes so good.

So why is this important in stews? Well for the simple reason that if you cook your meats in a stew without first browning the meat then you're reliant on the heat of the water to do all the cooking, which means the highest temperature the meat will reach will be 100°C; [the boiling temperature of water] meaning the Maillard reaction will not occur! Meaning your meat won't be as tasty as might otherwise be.

So what should you do? Its simple: first cut your meat into cubes, season it; then heat a little oil in a heavy frying pan; then gently brown the meat on all sides over a medium heat. Do this in small batches. Never cook with an over filled pan and don't turn up the heat to go more quickly; take it steady.

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