In a bind, you can substitute certain spices for others. If a recipe calls for mace, you can use nutmeg.

Instead of marjoram, try oregano.

Cumin can replace coriander, and black pepper can replace white.

Keep in mind that these substitutions will alter the taste of the final dish, but you’ll most likely be happy with the result.

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Yesterday as I was speaking to my grandmother over the phone, I started reminiscing on one of the very first recipes she ever taught me…. her famous Banana Bread.

I remember being in the kitchen with her and just watching her mix all the ingredients and I knew I wanted to do what she was doing, she was creating art. Read the rest of this entry »

According to FoodBusiness.Net,

(by Eric Schroeder)

Starbucks Coffee Co. has announced that they will be offering a selection of a beverage and a breakfast item for Read the rest of this entry »

One thing I would always recommend to anyone who wants to make rice is to always wash it before cooking it.  This will Read the rest of this entry »

This past weekend my parents were visiting from Miami for business and pleasure.  While they were here I wanted to make one of my Mom’s favorite dishes, Chicken and Dungu.  This was a staple meal that my grandmother made all the time while my mom, uncle and aunt were growing up.  Being Chinese-Jamaican my grandmother incorporated a lot of Chinese recipes in everyday cooking.  On my last visit home to Read the rest of this entry »

Ground tofu absorbs flavor, so you can use it instead of ground beef in spicy dishes

like meatballs, tacos, and chili.

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Making sure to measure correctly is one of the most important factors in cooking.  Always make sure that you have the proper measuring cups and measuring spoons when you are preparing a recipe.

Graduated measuring cups are Read the rest of this entry »

The recipe calls for lemon juice, but you don’t have lemons.  Instead of running to the store, use 1/2  teaspoon of vinegar in place of 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.

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4 Secrets to Meal Planning

Do you ever feel as if there is never enough time to prepare your meals for your family during the week?  I know I did, especially when you are rushing home after work being asked the Number 1 question “What’s For Dinner?”

For me, I set aside 15 minutes, every Saturday and put together my meals for the upcoming week.  By creating my shopping lists I allow myself more time to spend with my family and not worrying about what we will eat.

Try the following tips and see if any can work for you.
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If dinner and a movie is your choice of romance try any of these sizzling romantic flicks:

*  An Affair To Remember
*  Sleepless In Seattle
*  Casablanca
*  Sabrina
*  Moonstruck
*  The Princess Bride
*  When Harry Met Sally

So curl up on the couch, dim the lights, and snuggle up!