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Here is a video I did a while ago, but it is still probably my favorite recipe: Lobster & Apple Stuffed Manicotti with a White Wine Reduction (and Baby Spinach Salad with a Beautiful and Ever-Easy Vinaigrette). My husband, Kenney, created and made this recipe for me for one of my birthdays years ago. He didn’t write down the recipe, so over the years, we have attempted to recreate it. [ Read More ]
This is the 1st time I made this particular bread, as I like to experiment a lot. I winged it, and it worked out perfectly! I use a Bread Machine, and this means it is the simple part! Try it, you’ll like it! ~ Kimberly Edwards Type: Bread Serve With: Anything you like! Prep Time: 5 Bake Time: ~ 2 hr 35 min (…but all bread machines are different. This [ Read More ]
These babies are so easy and quick to make. In fact, they could pretty much be an after thought, when you main course is almost ready, that pops into your mind for an extra side. They only take about 15 minutes to complete. Serve With: Sour cream & salsa on top. Great to serve as a side with my ‘Down South Smothered Liver & Onions with Gravy’ recipe. Prep Time: [ Read More ]
Okay, I really really disliked liver and onions when I was a kid. Uhhhhh. The reason why? Well, apart from the fact that my parents told me it was beaver tail (uh, yeah, true story), but it tasted so disgustingly nasty to me. I still have a liver block to this day. However, my husband, mother and sister are liver freaks! Well, I will have a few little tastes of [ Read More ]
If you’re not from the South of the United States, then you may very well have never eaten Fried Green Tomatoes… Boy, oh boy, are you missing out! I love making and Eating these little gems! This is true Southern Soul Food. Okay, to clear up the possible misconception, green tomatoes are not a type of tomato, but it is a green tomato meaning not ripe. I know it may [ Read More ]
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Even if you're not a full-fledged vegan or vegetarian, you may still be a serious nut lover...
...And Rightly So! People are "nuts" about nuts!
If it's been a struggle to find good quality nuts at your grocer or in your area, you can always check online at places like nutsite.com for a wide variety of good quality, fresh nuts and seeds.
There are often times I will buy nuts in bulk. However, sometimes the nuts in the bins at the bulk stores look, well, not so great. Ensuring the quality of your nuts is very important.
Nuts, although they are hearty and can last in your pantry for a while, they are actually a perishable item. The reason? Well, nuts have inherent oils in them, which can go rancid after a time. How quickly will depend on the type of nut or nut oil, and the atmospheric conditions in your home.
* Check out this quick video I did for you today explaining the Health Benefits of Nuts, as well as How to Find Good Quality Nuts and Seeds, and How to Store Them Properly:
I prefer to store all of my nuts and seeds in the refrigerator or freezer in an airtight container. This keeps the oils from spoiling and going rancid. Now, if you don't know what rancid is, that just means the oil has gone bad...it's decaying, so to speak. How will you know? Well, you won't get a pleasant smell from the bag. You can often tell if your nuts are rancid just by the smell.
The other way to determine this is when you taste them. If the nut has a horrible flavor you don't recognize, then they are likely rancid. There is nothing you can do at this point...you will have to throw them away. They are not usable for anything, which is a shame because nuts can be very expensive depending upon the type of nuts you prefer.
Now that you know how to store the nuts and ensure their quality. Be sure to check out nut recipes here on my site, or on The Food Network for delicious alternatives!
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