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Lobster Risotto with Truffle and Fresh Thyme Sea Salt
Chef Tomm helped Woody's Gourmet formulate two new herbed sea salt mixtures, shown off here in a Truffled Lobster Risotto recipe.
May 15, 2011 - Larry Ervin
Gluten-free Spices for Cooking Gluten Free
Looking for a list of gluten-free brand names? Learn which seasoning mixtures to avoid; and read which brands are popular and safe for gluten-free cooking.
Jan 19, 2011 - Vickie Ewell
Africa with Sauce - Eating Well in Sub-Saharan Africa
Food on the African continent comprises many different tastes and flavours, some more prevalent in the North, while others hold sway in the South.
Dec 31, 2010 - Mellissa Bushby
Sea Salt: Benefits, Textures, Processes, Tastes and Presentation
There are a variety of sea salts on the market with their own flavors, textures and colors. These are natural salts used to make a meal unique and amazing.
Oct 1, 2010 - Tamara Laschinsky
Give Any Meal European Flavor with Spices, Herbs, and Vegetables
Many American cooks don't even attempt to make ethnic food for their family, not realizing authentic flavor isn't too difficult to recreate.
Jul 5, 2010 - Cynthia Jones-Shoeman
Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Learn how-to make a vegetable side dish featuring fresh brussels sprouts, garlic and lemon.
Jun 23, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Quick and Easy Stuffed Poblano Pepper Casserole
Learn how-to make a vegetarian, Mexican inspired main dish featuring peppers, brown rice, corn, green onions, fresh oregano, garlic and lots of cheese.
May 18, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Thai Style Stir Fried Noodles with Red Curry Sauce
Learn how-to make an Asian side dish featuring rice noodles, Chinese cabbage, basil, mint, carrot and roasted peanuts in a spicy chili sauce.
Apr 21, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Specialty Cooking Utensils Used in Thai Style Cuisine
Learn about some of the tools used to create Asian style recipes, such as woks, bamboo steamers and mortar and pestle sets.
Apr 14, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Specialty Food Items Used in Thai Cuisine Recipes
Learn about canned and bottled ingredients, such as coconut milk, shrimp paste, curry paste and tamarind, which are commonly used in Thai style cooking.
Apr 7, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Stir Fried Caramelized Pork with Crispy Shallots
Learn how-to make a stir fried entree featuring pork and garlic, served with a sweet and salty caramel glaze and topped with crunchy fried shallots.
Mar 31, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Sticky Rice Recipe
Sticky rice is a part of many Thai style dishes. Learn the steps for cooking rice in a whole new way, by steaming it in a bamboo steamer.
Mar 31, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Baked Winter Squash
Learn how-to make a vegan friendly, vegetable side dish which can be served as part of a complete meal.
Mar 11, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Classic Guacamole Recipe
Guacamole can be used as a topping for grilled meats, as a sandwich spread, or eaten as a snack along with a bowl of corn chips.
Mar 11, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Is MSG Safe?
MSG is in everything from ice cream to soup and part of more than just the Chinese eating experience. It is a useful additive but according to some can cause side effects
Jan 27, 2010 - Brenda Gargus
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
Learn how-to make brussels sprouts, pan fried with bell pepper, garlic and red pepper flakes.
Jan 22, 2010 - Lynn Smythe
Pumpkin Cornbread Muffins
Use traditional pumpkin pie spices to create a moist and delicious variation of a classic cornbread dish.
Dec 22, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta
Learn how-to make a simple appetizer out of peppers, tomatoes, black olives, green onions, garlic, parsley, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
Dec 14, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Breakfast Scramble Casserole
Learn how-to make a souffle-like, baked breakfast entree featuring eggs, pork sausage, milk, bread, green onions and sage.
Dec 2, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Honey Glazed Onion Bake
Learn how-to make a side dish, featuring cipollini onions, which are baked with a delicious sauce made from chicken broth, honey, butter and sage.
Dec 1, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
How to Make Herbal Vinegar
Herbal vinegar with fresh garden herbs will be a great flavor enhancer for meals, and can be given as a unique, natural gift for friends and family.
Nov 27, 2009 - Karen Plumley
Olive Tapenade Recipe
Learn how-to make a Greek inspired dip which features kalamata olives, green olives, capers, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and fresh herbs.
Nov 24, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Black Bean and Corn Salsa Recipe
Learn how-to make an easy recipe for preparing Mexican style bean and corn salsa. The salsa can be used as a topping for a variety of Latin American inspired meals.
Nov 17, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Chocolate Oatmeal Brownie Recipe
Milk chocolate chips are melted along with sweetened condensed milk to create a ganache-like filling which is sandwiched between two layers of oatmeal brownies.
Oct 9, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Date Bar Recipe
Learn how-to create an oatmeal bar cookie with a delicious dried fruit filling.
Oct 2, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Insalata Caprese Appetizer Recipe
Easy to make snack tray which combines vine ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper.
Sep 14, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Picadillo Recipe
Picadillo, AKA Cuban meat sauce, is a thick, stew-like dish, which is filled with unique flavor combinations including apples, raisins, olives, capers and chipolte.
Sep 9, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Spaghetti with Italian Puttanesca Sauce
Learn how-to make a wonderful entree filled with salty, briny capers, black olives and green olives flavored with garlic, anchovies and lots of fresh herbs.
Sep 8, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Mexican Green Chile Cornbread Casserole
Learn how-to make a cornbread casserole featuring creamed corn, green chile sauce, cornmeal, green onions, garlic and lots of cheese.
Sep 4, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate
Learn how-to combine chocolate, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and milk to create a traditional south of the border inspired beverage.
Sep 3, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Seeded Irish Soda Bread
Learn-how to make an easy to prepare traditional Irish soda bread which is enhanced with a variety of seeds or nuts and subtle herbs.
Aug 31, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Learn How-to Make a Cheese Platter
The ubiquitous party platter, loaded with a variety of cheese, crackers, nuts and olives, is a sure-fire hit at parties and family gatherings.
Aug 25, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Pistachio Shortbread Cookies
Learn how-to make a classic shortbread cookie, which is loaded with pistachios. Shortbread cookies can be made in advance, and stored in the freezer until ready to use.
Aug 25, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Hawaiian Kine Award Winning Seasonings
No MSG, no preservatives, no artificial flavors, just the real thing. Fresh seasonings shipped for a mini Hawaiian vacation in your own kitchen. Bottled Aloha.
Aug 20, 2009 - Corinne Shibley
Creamy Instant Polenta Side Dish Recipe
Learn how-to turn finely ground corn meal, into an easy-to prepare polenta, which is enhanced with mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, chives and thyme.
Aug 19, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Authentic Buttermilk Biscuit Recipe
Homemade buttermilk biscuits are a traditional breakfast food. Serve the biscuits with lots of softened butter or margarine & an assortment of honey, jams and preserves.
Aug 18, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Green Beans Almandine
Vegetable side dishes don't have to be boring. Learn how-to make fresh green beans, steamed with chicken broth, garlic, sauteed shallots and garnished with almonds.
Aug 17, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Orzo Pasta with Peas and Parmesan Cheese
A unique pasta shape combines with vegetables, cheese and fresh herbs to create an easy to prepare side dish.
Aug 14, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Blueberry Graham Cracker Pancake Recipe
Learn how-to make berry infused flapjacks flavored with crumbled graham crackers, corn meal and buttermilk.
Aug 12, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Sauteed Cherry Tomatoes with Fresh Herbs
Learn how-to use fresh basil, oregano or marjoram to pan fry vine ripe tomatoes which are further flavored with a bit of garlic, salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Aug 12, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Red Skin Potato Home Fries Recipe
Home fries, sometimes referred to as hash browns, are a traditional breakfast food. Potatoes combine with shallots, garlic, paprika and other spices in this recipe.
Aug 11, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Spice Chai Tea Blend Recipe
Fragrant spices blend with loose black tea leaves and sweetened milk to create a traditional Indian beverage.
Aug 11, 2009 - Lynn Smythe
Zucchini Nut Muffin Recipe
The summer zucchini harvest can be a bit overwhelming. Here is a recipe for creating a moist and delicious breakfast treat loaded with freshly grated zucchini.
Aug 5, 2009 - Lynn Smythe


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