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Sweets Foods Blog: 4 Ways to Love the Healthy Foods You Have to Eat
February 18, 2010 – 3:34 am | No Comment

What’s amazing about these machines is that they allow you to juice just about anything (celery, carrots, cucumbers , etc.). After throwing in an apple, some grapes and maybe even a pineapple, you will have created a drink you’ll love …

Peas & Carrots Podcast and Blog From Fresh Baby: Cool as a Cucumber
February 18, 2010 – 3:18 am | No Comment

To seed a cucumber , cut it lengthwise and scrape the seeds out with a spoon or knife. Some recipes call for cucumbers to be soaked in salt water. This step removes some of the naturally high water content which can dilute the flavor of …

Pickles, Nails + Valentines | The Healthy Everythingtarian
February 18, 2010 – 2:31 am | No Comment

Not ONE person said they didn’t like pickles on yesterday’s post. I could not be happier that my readers share my absolute adoration for this brined cucumber delicacy. I mean, just say the word out loud: PICKLES ! Such a fun, happy word. …

Refreshing cocktails straight from the garden (Orange County Register)
February 18, 2010 – 12:40 am | No Comment

Gone are the days when being a bartender meant concocting cocktails following formulas from a published manual. Many have assumed different roles and are dubbed “bar chefs” or “mixologists.” These chefs behind the bar eschew bottled mixes and…

Cucumber and Onion Salad recipe | Recipe to better recipes
February 17, 2010 – 11:22 pm | No Comment

4 c Thinly sliced cucumbers 1 c Thinly sliced red onions 3 tb Kosher salt 1 tb Sour cream 1/4 c White wine or cider vinegar 1 ts Sugar 1 tb Chopped fresh dill.

High Heels Short Skirt: Cool as a Cucumber
February 17, 2010 – 11:22 pm | No Comment

What I don’t believe in is giving up foods that are bad for me as I feel many people use Lent as a way to go on a short term diet . No one gives up vegetables, they give up cookies or pizza… Well this year I am going to give something …

cookbook challenge: cucumber mint salad « Flowerpot Designs
February 17, 2010 – 7:51 pm | No Comment

I love the pickled cucumber taste of this dish. So did my daughter, who kept asking for “more pickles please” when she tried the salad the next day with her lunch! Since I was making this ahead for a mommy luncheon, I pre-cut the …

Squash Pickles – Tasty Kitchen
February 17, 2010 – 7:04 pm | No Comment

Added by kitchenofblue on February 17, 2010 in Canning. 0 votes, average: 0.00 out of 5 0.00 Mitt(s) | 0 Rating(s). Loading … A fresh alternative to cucumber pickles . And a great use for all that abundant summer squash crop. …

RECIPE: Creamy Cucumber and Radish Salad | Taste of Home Community
February 17, 2010 – 3:32 pm | No Comment

RECIPE : Creamy Cucumber and Radish Salad: Creamy Cucumber and Radish Salad From: “All New Square Foot Gardening Cookbook” 4 servings 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp wine vinegar Salt and freshly ground …

My Fruit Diet: Day 15
February 17, 2010 – 3:29 pm | No Comment

Thank you, fruit! I’m hoping to be out of the “obese” category next weigh-in by dropping below 39% body fat. Diet 1.5 liters water 2 small red papayas with Key lime juice. LOTS of salsa (tomato, mango, cucumber , red pepper, cilantro, …

Fennel, Cucumber & Radish Carpaccio
February 17, 2010 – 3:10 pm | No Comment

Fennel, Cucumber & Radish Carpaccio From Pasta Et Cetera a la di Stasio Printable Recipe Prep time: 10 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 fennel bulb, halved lengthwise 6 radishes (I used more – just do whatever makes you happy) …

The Spotless Garden (New York Times)
February 17, 2010 – 1:38 pm | No Comment

Aquaponic gardens use fish, water and no soil — and may be the future of food growing.

Egypt: Cucumber-Feta Salsa with Pita Crisps
February 17, 2010 – 12:25 pm | No Comment

1 1/2 cups cubed seeded peeled cucumber 1 cup finely chopped red onion 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dill weed Lemon slices & fresh parsley for garnish Instructions: …

Egypt: Cucumber Chickpea Salad
February 17, 2010 – 10:57 am | No Comment

2 can chickpeas, drained 1 cup chopped tomatoes ( or more if you like tomatoes) 1/2 cup minced onions 1/2 cup sliced celery 1 cucumber sliced and chopped 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon dill weed salt & pepper …

Delicious food recipes » Blog Archive » Stir-fried Cucumbers & Beef
February 17, 2010 – 9:53 am | No Comment

When cucumbers are flexible, wrap in a cloth or paper towel and squeeze out water. Cut beef into julienne strips. Heat salad oil. Quickly stir-fry beef over high heat and season with Mixture A. Add cucumber slices and stir-fry briefly. …

Delicious food recipes » Blog Archive » Stir-fried Cucumbers & Beef
February 17, 2010 – 9:53 am | No Comment

When cucumbers are flexible, wrap in a cloth or paper towel and squeeze out water. Cut beef into julienne strips. Heat salad oil. Quickly stir-fry beef over high heat and season with Mixture A. Add cucumber slices and stir-fry briefly. …