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Got a sweet tooth? Do you love chocolate? Do you love cake? Well, how about a killer Chocolate Cake Recipe you can make and enjoy? How about a chocolate cake recipe that is healthier for you than the usual recipes? I have found one online for you all. “How can it be healthier?” you may ask…Well, instead of using saturated fats such as shortening or vegetable oil, this recipe happens [ Read More ]
My good friend, Melania McCarley, from Dallas, Texas has made us this delicious treat a few times when we’ve visited her home. She is Costa Rican and creates really tantalizing tidbits like chimichurri, also known as pico de gallo (be sure to click that link for her original recipe). However, she really outdoes herself when it comes to dessert. Melania gave me her recipe for Tres Leches, but I couldn’t [ Read More ]
I hadn’t heard about this Birthday Event before today… Apparently, on July 4th, 2009 (on the Fiat’s 2nd birthday – a car), they had a huge birthday party for it! LOL Anyway, check out this cool cake and the party that looks like it topped many I’ve been to: Pretty cool, isn’t it? Well, I suppose on If you would like to buy me some new and unique ingredients, or [ Read More ]
I know, you hear those tiny, little baking screams in the back of your mind. You want something tasty, dreamy, warm and sweet – It’s all about cupcakes and muffins, Baby! Here are a few you will certainly want to try your hand at – They are Yummy: 1. Mango Masala Chai Quinoa Muffins 2. Incredible Carrot Cupcakes – complete with Dreamy Cream Cheese Icing – Plus, a few Fresh [ Read More ]
So traditional…So delicious…This is fruit cake, the RIGHT WAY! ~ Kimberly Edwards Type: Dessert Serve With: Christmas cheer! Prep Time: 15 min + 1 month of aging Cook Time: 2-3 hrs Yield: 1 cake/loaf Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour – Sifted 3/4 cups Chopped Nuts – Almonds or pecans 1 1/4 cup Golden Raisins 2/3 cup Candied If you would like to buy me some new and unique ingredients, [ Read More ]
This is a fabulous recipe from my Aunt Rose’s tried and true gems! I hope you really enjoy it! ~ Kimberly Edwards Type: Dessert Serve With: Ice cream Prep Time: ~ 15 min Cook Time: ~ 45 min Yield: 1 cake Ingredients: Instructions: If you would like to buy me some new and unique ingredients, or just help me supply my pantry so that I can come up with new [ Read More ]
Perfect for Easter-time…Bunnies do love carrots! Top with Kimberly’s Creamed Cheese Icing ~ Kimberly Edwards ;D Type: Dessert Serve With: Kimberly’s Creamed Cheese Icing Prep Time: ~ 15 min Cook Time: 1 hr. Yield: 1 cake Nutrition Facts: * Please use organic ingredients whenever possible. Ingredients: Instructions:
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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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