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How to Cook Lentils in Rice Cooker

storingFresh — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 13:39:10 +0000

Lentils are small legumes, available in a wonderful variety of distinctive colors, such as red, brown, black, and green, in small to medium sizes. Cooking lentils is so easy, the smaller, the more quickly it will cook, such as the earthy flavored small red lentils. Lentils are a popular choice with vegetarians, and especially in...

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Storing Lentils

storingFresh — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 20:53:53 +0000

Lentils are a very useful type of grain legume which also known as pulses. These are one of the best items to have in one’s pantry because they have a long shell life and they make nutritious meals. Apart from being convenient and easy to cook, lentils are a rich source of carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins...

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Cutting Onions Without Tears

storingFresh — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 03:04:30 +0000

Anyone who has ever spent any time in the kitchen can appreciate the value of cutting onions without tears. As we have all experienced, when you cut into an onion you are releasing a gas that reacts with the water present in your eyes, causing the familiar stinging sensation that causes us to tear up....

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Norpro Big Mouth Chopper, Slicer

storingFresh — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 02:18:43 +0000

How to cut onions without tears? Norpro makes quick work of uniformly dicing raw onions, tomatoes, and peppers. The unit also works well with raw potatoes, carrots, and is great with celery. Chopping apple quarters down into slices and sticks is easy with the Norpro. Norpro Big Mouth Chopper, Slicer is a post from: Storing...

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How To Freeze Corn On The Cob

storingFresh — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:58:33 +0000

If you have ever grilled corn, you have probably wondered how to freeze corn on the cob. Well, it is a pretty simple process. In fact, by the time you are done reading this article, you will be a master at saving those delicious cobs for later. Freezing corn on the cob begins with husking...

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On Casseroles That Freeze Well

storingFresh — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 03:16:45 +0000

When it comes to preparation and planning of meals your freezer can prove to be really helpful. Some of the most in-season and bargain-priced foods can easily be stocked up in them. It also allows people the flexibility of freezing meals such as casseroles which can then be served at anytime and can be stored...

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Can You Freeze Cream Cheese? Really?

storingFresh — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 14:13:20 +0000

Have you been looking for an answer to the question of can you freeze cream cheese, as you have several cans of it lying in your pantry and do not want it to go bad anytime soon? If yes, you will be happy to know that freezing cream cheese is possible, even though it alters...

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Freezing Squash – 2 Simple Methods

storingFresh — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 02:06:15 +0000

Summer is a delightful time of year for growing summer squash and reaping the rewards. Harvesting and freezing squash for tasty meals during the winter is worth a few minutes effort. Bargain shoppers take advantage of great deals at farmers markets each summer purchasing large quantities for freezing. Don’t feel intimidated if you are not...

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Freezing Basil For Year-Around Freshness

storingFresh — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 01:17:33 +0000

Herb gardeners everywhere know the joys and benefits of freezing basil. It is one of the most wonderfully tasty and aromatic of herbs, and very easy to grow, thriving most effortlessly in warm regions. Plants are grown by the dozens or the hundreds and are too valuable to toss back into the compost bin, so...

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Guidelines For Freezing Cheese – The Harder The Cheese, The Better It Will Freeze

storingFresh — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 02:40:39 +0000

For those wondering can you freeze cheese, the answer is yes if you follow these simple guidelines. A general rule is the harder the cheese, the better it will freeze. Freezing cheese will generally change its texture as ice crystals may form inside the cheese, causing it to crumble. Therefore, high-quality artisan cheeses you wish...

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