Cookies in Love

In order to live a long as well as a happy life you should include high fiber fruits in your diet. And most of them would also agree in eating fruits which are rich in fiber. But many of them still don’t have enough knowledge of exactly how they should add fruits with high fiber in their diets. Many health agencies are trying to educate the people by running different campaigns about the importance of high fiber fruits and how to add these fruits in your daily routine diet. People generally know about high fiber fruits and their advantages. Fruits in the grocery store are labeled Read More

I guess it was about 10 years ago when I had hit one of the greatest “funks” in my lifetime. It was right after Thanksgiving. My husband had been let go from his job because of an untrue rumor someone had spread about him, and we lost a major Christmas bonus we had been counting on. My online business was doing poorly because people were saving their money for holiday purchases. We were behind in all of our bills, creditors were calling constantly and of coarse Christmas was on its way and we didn’t have an extra dollar to spend on it. My husband and I were taking the Read More

Baked: The taste is delicious when cooked waterless. 1-lb. fresh green beans, thoroughly rinsed with the ends removed 2-slices fresh red bell pepper, cut into thin strips Commerical cooking spray Salt & pepper Low-fat butter ½-fresh lime ¼-tsp. dried basil Directions: Preheat the over to 350 degrees. Spray a rectangle baking dish or pan with commercial cooking spray and then season with the salt & pepper. Place the green beans in the baking dish spraying them with the cooking spray. Add the sliced red bell pepper strips and cover with foil When the green beans are Read More

Just when you thought you had heard of all the lesser known holidays, someone invents another one. While you likely won’t find any cards at your local Hallmark, there are a few people out there who celebrate National cookie Day. This obscure cookie holiday occurs every year on December 4. In deference to the cookie, here is a little history on this venerable dessert treat. The English word “cookie” is derived from the Dutch word “koekje,” which means little cake. Bakers used to place a small amount of cake batter in the oven to test the temperature. They Read More

All it takes is a quick search of the internet to come up with some thrifty, yet adorable ideas for decorating your home during the holidays. Here are some tips to decorate your home on a budget: 1) Decorate by removing pictures from the wall, wrapping them in festive paper, then returning them to their spot with holiday cheer. 2) For a “Toyland” theme, decorate stuffed animals you may have around the house with “collars” in holiday colored ribbons. Put them on a mantle, or under the tree. 3) Smell is the most powerful of our five senses as it relates to mood. A Read More

Biscuits made by hand just like my Mama use to make Tags : cookies Steak a cook Read More

Christopher Columbus in 1493 introduced citrus trees into America on the Island of Haiti, by planting the seed of the sweet orange tree, the sour orange, citron, lemon, lime, and pummelo fruit trees. Records show that citrus trees were well established by the Spanish in coastal South Carolina and Saint Augustine, Florida by the year 1563. Historical English documents show that the Massachusetts Company in 1629 sent seeds of pear trees to plant and grow into fruit trees at the American colony located at Plymouth, Massachusetts. Captain John Smith reported in 1629 that seed-grown peach Read More

Discover tips for mixing the ingredients for this Middle Eastern Cookie recipe with expert cooking tips in this free online video series on snack food recipes. Expert: Rachel Dayan Bio: Rachel Dayan is a home-maker who has traveled the world, picking up different recipes and styles of cooking. Filmmaker: Gary Zier Friends Link : cookies Baking cooking Read More

Several fruits have recently become more popular as part of gift baskets, confections and restaurant menus that may not be familiar to many diners. More than a trend, the availability and popularity of new produce from around the world means an expanding palette of options. But do you know how to eat a persimmon? Can litchis be cooked? Can you eat a quince raw? When it comes to fruits that originate outside of North America, we have a lot to learn and appreciate. Here is an overview of the basic uses of some special fruits that we’re coming across everywhere from cakes to Read More

No, they’re not mandatory, but wedding favors are a great way to thank your guests for sharing in your celebration! They’re also a fun little extra to tie in the style of the occasion. Today, almost anything goes. And just like the rest of the event, wedding favors should reflect the personality of the bride and groom. Not sure where to begin? Browse this wedding favor guide for everything you’ll need to know in presenting this wonderful little detail with the utmost of style. What to Give – Some of my favorite wedding favor ideas and trends include: Edible Read More