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Picnic »

It's wonderful and really special to spend time with the one you love. These ideas spark the fire to picnic together as a couple. Recipes included, you two must toss in the romance. If you are searching for picnic ideas this page covers tips, tricks and even gives you hints for places to picnic with your love. Get ready to spread your blanket - enjoy good food and each other!

Finger Foods »

Here's a great list of quick and easy appetizers. In fact, most have only 2-3 ingredients. This list was created with a man's hardy appetite in mind, but there's something for everyone. Several of these appetizers can be made ahead of time and then re-heated. You'll see some of your favorites - guaranteed.

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Food Photos »

I've recently been getting into food photography - stop the hubby mid-forkful to get that perfect shot too! Hey he can re-heat it in the microwave if he wants his food hot :) This page shares some of my most recent shots of things we have been cooking up in our kitchen along with some tips and tricks that I have learned along the way. It's okay if you want to lick the screen...it just means I've

Canning »

Canning food is a very rewarding experience. These bread and butter pickles are simply the best. While the process seems long and arduous the results are worth the time and work. Besides eating these pickles by the spoonful I love seeming them line my pantry shelf. Find your ingredients for this recipe at your local farmer's market - support local, eat fresh!

Breakfast »


Jane Galt posts what she promises is the best pancake recipe ever. And since I'm still looking for ways to get rid of blueberries, I might have to try it this weekend with some blueberries added.

What is it about pancakes? Just thinking about them makes me feel warm and fuzzy and syrupy. And it's just pancakes. Waffles don't give me the same feeling.

Soups »

My mother always said that Chicken noodle soup would make me feel better when I had the cold or flu. Mother was right. Chicken noodle soup is a tradition that is passed along from generation to generation. The best kind of all is homemade soup. There is one secret ingredient that I use in this recipe that had long been written only in my head. It gives the soup an extra tang. On Jan. 2, 2010, thi

Salads »

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The Thai Papaya Salad or Somtam as it is called in Thai, is a light, fresh, healthy and tasty salad. It is fast and easy to prepare and is the perfect food for summer and for people on a diet as it is light to eat and has fresh ingredients. Click on the title above to get the recipe and watch the quick video to see how simple and easy it is to prepare this yummy papaya salad.



Recipes »

The Green Curry is one of my favorite all time Thai food dish. It is a famous Thai dish that is loved by Thais and foreigners alike. This dish can be enjoyed with any meat - chicken, beef, pork or fish. You can even make a vegetarian version using your favorite veggies.

The Thai Green Curry Dish is a family-fun dish and can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. There are many different vers

International »

Recently I have been getting into making pizza and sauce. As I perfect my recipes pulling the ingredients together gets easier each time. As a new lensmaster on Squidoo I decided to add my pizza dough and sauce recipes, along with some tips for others to enjoy and try.

Barbecue »

Get these delicious baked beans going early in the day and then bring this winning recipe to the barbecue. The cored apple added to the center of the beans as they bake makes this recipe unique and a tinge bit sweet. The really fun thing about making baked beans is you can make your own additions to the recipe, calling it your own.

International »

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Cooking Chinese Food can be fun and easy to make by yourself at home. Chinese food is tasty and for the most part very healthy and fresh. I love to cook Chinese food and have compiled a cooking instruction video showcase here of popular and tasty chinese foods for everyone to try at home.
Here you will learn the about the basic ingredients used in chinese cooking, chinese food recipes and also t

Healthy »

As soon as the blueberries are ripe and ready to pick we head out to our local farm to load our buckets and bring them home to enjoy in our recipes. Blueberries freeze very nicely so we have them handy for months to add to muffins, pancakes and more. Included in this article is a delicious and healthy recipe for blueberry pancakes using buckwheat flour. Enjoy!

Vegetables »

We have enjoyed this Sweet and Sour Carrot recipe in our family for years. Sautéed to blend the sweet of the carrots and the sour of the vinegar it’s a perfect compliment to any meal. We especially enjoy these carrots with meatloaf and homemade mashed potatoes.

Pasta and Rice »

This is an award winning recipe over at Squidoo. Bake this macaroni and cheese for a golden topped pasta dish that reminds and brings the comforts of home. Very easy to make, with under 5 ingredients your family is ready to eat in less then an hour. Compliment the recipe with a salad or favorite vegetable for a anytime delicious meal.

Vegetarian »

Vegetarians enjoy an increased natural consumption of antioxidants in their diet. Antioxidants are foods that help prevent cancer by destroying free radicals. Vitamin C and Vitamin E, two strong antioxidants, are commonly found in vegetarian meals. Vegetarians also benefit from increased skin health. In addition to consuming larger quantities of nuts (which contain healthful oils), vegetarians te

Pasta and Rice »

Pad Thai, or sometimes called phat Thai, is one of the most famous Thai dish. Phat means "stir-fry" in Thai and that is exactly what this dish is - stir fried noodles. Pad Thai is one of those tasty and simple dishes that is enjoyed by all no matter where they eat - in food carts on the street or in a fancy 5 star restaurant.

In Thailand there are many famous spots that are renowned for making

Vegetarian »

There are many health benefits to eating tofu. Tofu is often cited as something exclusively vegetarian because it is a versatile, highly-nutritional, and can be used to replace meat dishes. Tofu is a low-fat, low-cholesterol, low-calorie food made out of steamed and compressed soya beans. Tofu is rich in both high quality protein and B-vitamins. An additional benefit of tofu is that it is extreme