Thursday, March 20, 2008

Cooking 101 & Entertaining


Cooking 101
Cooking With Kids
Simplify Your Life
Recipe Ideas
Technique Videos





Occasions :

Mother's Day
Valentine's Day
Fall
Easter
Summertime
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Birthdays
Halloween
Wedding Showers
Baby Showers
Superbowl
Tailgating




Entertaining 101 :

Party Planning Basics
Preparing Your Party Menu




Ambiance & Décor :

Holiday Decorating
Flower Arranging
Centerpieces
Tablescapes


Etiquette Advice

Invitatations & RSVPs
Saying Thanks
Table Setting
Being a Good Guest


Serve Up Sophistication with a Spring Brunch
Bring the Outdoors In
An Eggstravagant Table
A Natural Easter Centerpiece
Hosting an Easter Egg Hunt
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Friday, March 14, 2008

Bananas!

Do your bananas get old before your family has a chanceto eat them all? I have 2 or 3 of them about every timeI buy bananas that start get a little too ripe, and no onein my family likes to eat them anymore. It's never quiteenough to do anything with, or I just don't have time tomake banana nut bread or something like it that day.

So, I started popping them in the freezer. It keeps thebananas from ripening any more and I can work with them whenI get a chance. They are great in pancake batter on the weekends,or to make banana nut bread of course. Just pop them in themicrowave first to defrost.
You can also use the frozen bananas cut into chunks to makemilkshakes or smoothies.

For banana recipes check out Busy Moms recipe category here:http://www.busy-moms-online.com/category/recipes/

Adriana Copaceanuhttp://www.busy-moms-online.com/
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Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Conversion Tables


Baking Pan Substitutions
10” x 3 ½” Bundt = Two 8” x 2” Rounds

10” x 2” Round = 9” x 9” x 2” Square

Standard 12-Cup Muffin Tin = 8 ½” x 4 ½” x 2 ½” Loaf OR 9” x 1 ½” Round OR 8” x 8” x 1

½” Square

10” x 2” Round = 9” x 9” x 2” Square

9” x 2” Round = Two 8” x 1 ½” Rounds OR 10” x 15” x 1” Jelly Roll OR 8” x 8” x 2” Square




NOTE: BAKING TIMES WILL VARY BASED ON PAN SIZE. FOR EXAMPLE, DEEPER PANS REQUIRE LONGER BAKING TIMES!


STAGE OF CANDY/TEMPERATURE:
Dark Caramel 350-360 degrees F
Medium Caramel 338-350
Light Caramel 320-338
Hard Crack 300-310
Soft Crack 270-290
Hard Ball 250-266
Firm Ball 244-248
Soft Ball 234-340
Thread 223-234


Weight & Measures
1 Tablespoon = 3 Teaspoons

1/8 Cup = 2 Tablespoons

¼ Cup = 4 Tablespoons

1/3 Cup = 5 Tablespoons + 1 Teaspoon

½ Cup = 8 Tablespoons

2/3 Cup = 10 Tablespoons + 2 Teaspoons

¾ Cup = 12 Tablespoons

1 Cup = 48 Teaspoons OR 16 Tablespoons OR ½ Pint

8 Fluid Ounces = 1 Cup

1 Tablespoon Liquid = ½ Ounce

1 Pint = 2 Cups OR 16 Fluid Ounces

1 Quart = 2 Pints

4 Cups = 1 Quart

1 Gallon = 4 Quarts

16 Ounces = 1 Pound

8 Quarts = 1 Peck

4 Pecks = 1 Bushel




Food Weights & Measure
2 Tablespoons Butter = 1 Ounce

2 Cups Butter = 1 Pound

1 Square Baking Chocolate = 1 Ounce

1 Cup Grated Cheese = 4 Ounces

4 Cups Coarsely Chopped Nuts = 1 Pound

2 1/3 Cups Uncooked Rice = 1 Pound

1 Cup Uncooked Rice = 3 ½ Cups Cooked Rice

2 Cups Granulated Sugar = 1 Pound

2 ¼ Cups Packed Brown Sugar = 1 Pound

3 ½ Cups Sifted Confectioners’ Sugar = 1 Pound

1 Pound Raw Ground Meat = 2 Cups


Liquid Metric Equivalencies
Customary..................Metric
¼ Teaspoon 1.25 Milliliters
½ Teaspoon 2.5 Milliliters
1 Teaspoon 5 Milliliters
1 Tablespoon 15 Milliliters
1 Fluid Ounce 30 Milliliters
¼ Cup 60 Milliliters
1/3 Cup 80 Milliliters
½ Cup 120 Milliliters
1 Cup 240 Milliliters
1 Pint (2 Cups) 480 Milliliters
1 Quart (4 Cups) 960 Milliliters (.96 Liter)
1 Gallon (4 Quarts) 3.84 Liters




Dry Measure Equivalencies
1 Ounce (by weight) 28 Grams
¼ Pound (4 ounces) 114 Grams
1 Pound (16 ounces) 454 Grams
2.2 Pounds 1 Kilogram (1,000 Grams)




Oven Temperature Equivalencies
Fahrenheit/Celsius
200 90
250 120
300-325 150-160
325-350 160-180
350-375 180-190
375-400 190-200
400-450 200-230
450-500 230-260
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Monday, March 10, 2008



Herbs for Kids

A Parent's Guide to Healthy Kids
Caring for Your Children Naturally this Cold & Flu Season
By Sunny Mavor, Herbalist, AHG
Bringing a little "Calm" to Children's Active Schedules
By Marybeth Watkins, MS, BS


Wellness Kit for Babies
This great new kit contains three 1oz topical products that are all natural topical soothers for a happy baby. Willow Garlic Ear Oil helps to soothe ear discomfort, Gum-omile Oil soothes the gums during teething, and Super Kids Salve soothes diaper rash and minor skin irritations. This kit also comes with a free baby washcloth and a free "Parent's Guide to Healthy Kids" inside. It makes a great shower gift for expectant moms! Click here for more information and to purchase our Wellness Kit for Babies

Calming Kit for Kids
This great new kit contains three original formulas that naturally promote healthy activity and sleep. Chamomile Calm for peaceful days, Valerian Super Calm for restful nights, and Minty Ginger to calm upset tummies anytime.* This kit also comes with free stickers and a free "Parent's Guide to Healthy Kids" inside. Click here for more information and to purchase our Calming Kit for Kids.

Wellness Kit for Kids
This great new kit contains three original formulas that naturally support your child all year long. Sweet Echinacea for immune support, Cherry Bark Blend for respiratory support, and Nettles & Eyebright for allergy season support.* Each kit also contains free stickers and a free "Parent's Guide to Healthy Kids" inside. Click here for more information and to purchase our Wellness Kit for Kids.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Store Locations:
Hendersonville

Ginger's Health Foods366 West Main Street, Suite 5CHendersonville, TN 37075Phone: 615-824-3661

H.G. Hill Food Market213 W. Main StreetHendersonville, TN Phone: 615-824-3188

NASHVILLE

WILD OATS-NASHVILLE TN3909 HILLSBORO PIKENASHVILLE, TN 37215Phone: (615) 463-2480

CORNER MARKET6051 HWY 100NASHVILLE, TN 37205Phone: (615) 352-6772

H.G. Hill Food Market3105 Dickerson RoadNashville, TN 37207Phone: 615-228-0926

PRODUCE PLACE II4000 MURPHY ROADNASHVILLE, TN 37209Phone: (615) 383-2664

ORBIT HEALTH FOOD STORES
11966 LEBANON ROAD MT. JULIET TN 37128 (615) 758-9499601 S. MAIN STREET GOODLETTSVILLE TN (615) 859-9561
171 N MT JULIET ROAD MT. JULIET TN 37122 (615) 754-77223814B OLD HICKORY BLVD OLD HICKORY TN (615) 847-9741

GENERAL NUTRITION CENTER445 HIGHWAY 46 S, DICKSON, TN 37055, (615) 441-4939 1000 TWO MILE PKWY, GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072, (615) 859-3161
719 THOMPSON LN, NASHVILLE, TN 37204, (615) 460-9245
338 FREY ST, ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015, (615) 792-9085
2710 OLD LEBANON RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37214, (615) 889-2069 7620 HIGHWAY 70 S, NASHVILLE, TN 37221, (615) 662-1975
330 FRANKLIN RD, BRENTWOOD, TN 37027, (615) 221-9909
1800 GALLERIA BLVD, FRANKLIN, TN 37067, (615) 771-7210
2369 MURFREESBORO PIKE, NASHVILLE, TN 37217, (615) 367-0444
3919 NOLENSVILLE RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37211, (615) 831-3502
393 E MAIN ST, HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075, (615) 824-0567
2126 ABBOTT MARTIN RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37215, (615) 297-7078
4684 LEBANON RD, HERMITAGE, TN 37076, (615) 889-2285
73 WHITE BRIDGE RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37205, (615) 352-6197
2434 MUSIC VALLEY DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37214, (615) 871-0702
117 WILLIAMSON SQ, FRANKLIN, TN 37064, (615) 791-7445

LIFEFORCE INTERNATIONAL
658 ANTIQUE AVE SMYRNA TN 37067 (615) 459-6825

ADVANCE NUTRITION CENTER
1769 GALLATIN PIKE N, MADISON, TN 37115, (615) 865-5784

ADVANCED MAGNETICSNASHVILLE, TN, (615) 731-9985
BODY VISION 2000850 HILLWOOD BLVD, NASHVILLE, TN 37209, (615) 356-7546

CALORAD-LIVING WELL DISTRIBUTORS
2829 W END AVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37203, (615) 329-8080

CORN CRIB-HEALTH FOOD STORE THE
516 W MAIN ST, LEBANON, TN 37087, (615) 444-1143

COUNTRY LIFE WHOLESALE FOOD COOP
1917 DIVISION ST, NASHVILLE, TN 37203, (615) 327-3695

DAISY HEALTH PRODUCTS
2828 COLUMBINE PL, NASHVILLE, TN 37204, (615) 292-4867

DIABETIC DELITE
2716 RIVER BEND DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37214, (615) 884-4885

GET FIT 2000
5252 HICKORY HOLLOW PKWY, ANTIOCH, TN 37013, (615) 731-7546
1000 TWO MILE PKWY, GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072, (615) 851-7546

GOLDEN NEO-LIFE DIAMITE
741 WORK DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37207, (615) 876-6882

GOOD LIFE HEALTH FOODS
2000 WARFIELD DR, NASHVILLE, TN 37215, (615) 298-5050

GREAT EARTH VITAMIN STORE
1800 GALLERIA BLVD, FRANKLIN, TN 37067, (615) 771-0013

GREEN HILLS PRESCRIPTION SHOPPE
3900 HILLSBORO PIKE, NASHVILLE, TN 37215, (615) 292-0066

HARDING MALL HEALTH FOODS
4050 NOLENSVILLE RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37211, (615) 834-3770

HEALING HANDS MASSAGE THERAPY
NASHVILLE, TN, (615) 333-1730

HEALTH CONNECTION
5568 NOLENSVILLE RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37211, (615) 832-4266
130 HIGHWAY 76, WHITE HOUSE, TN 37188, (615) 672-9499
900 8TH AVE N, NASHVILLE, TN 37208, (615) 255-9567

HEALTH FOOD STORE THE
4050 NOLENSVILLE RD, NASHVILLE, TN 37211, (615) 834-3770

HEALTH KICK
811 MEMORIAL BLVD, SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172, (615) 384-7482

HEALTHFULLY YOURS NUTRITION CENTER
3956 LEBANON RD, HERMITAGE, TN 37076, (615) 883-3113

HEALTHY HABITS NUTRITION CENTER
592 HIGHWAY 46 S, DICKSON, TN 37055, (615) 446-2797

HERB NOOK
901 S WATER AVE, GALLATIN, TN 37066, (615) 230-7776

HERB SHOP THE
617 S CUMBERLAND ST, LEBANON, TN 37087, (615) 444-0040
2275 MURFREESBORO RD, NASHVILLE, TN, (615) 361-8733
4616 BILLINGSGATE RD, ANTIOCH, TN 37013, (615) 361-8733

HERBAL FITNESS SHOP
220 PUBLIC SQ, LAFAYETTE, TN 37083, (615) 666-7210

HERBALIFE DISTRIBUTOR
633 ATLANTA DR, HERMITAGE, TN 37076, (615) 883-7716

HERBS AND VITAMIN STORE
104 ENGLAND DRIVE , DICKSON, TN 37055, (615) 441-5775

HOWARD'S HEALTH FOOD STORE
331 W MAIN ST, GALLATIN, TN 37066, (615) 230-0007

INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL ATHLETICS
1725 COACHMANS CT, NASHVILLE, TN, (615) 376-9287

JUICE PLUSNASHVILLE, TN, (615) 309-0525

KAREMOR INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR
OLD HICKORY, TN, (615) 847-5273

LEN ROSSI HEALTH FOOD STORE
1605 FRANKLIN ROAD, BRENTWOOD, TN 37027, (615) 373-9242

NANCY'S HERB & HOME SHOPPE
145 WITHERSPOON ST, GALLATIN, TN 37066, (615) 452-8003

NANCY'S NUTRITION CENTER
136 PRINCE ST, GALLATIN, TN 37066, (615) 452-8003

NATURAL HORIZONS
417 INDEPENDENCE SQ, FRANKLIN, TN 37064, (615) 591-4008

NATURAL PATH/SILVERWINGS
193 MERRYLOG LN, KINGSTON SPRINGS, TN 37082, (615) 952-4787

NATURE FIRST
420 N MAIN ST, GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072, (615) 851-1618

NATURE'S ATTIC
2201 MURFREESBORO PIKE, NASHVILLE, TN 37217, (615) 367-3006

NATURE'S SUNSHINE
1228 ARDEE AVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37216, (615) 262-4884

NATURE'S SUNSHINE PRODUCTS
NASHVILLE, TN, (615) 262-4884 NSANASHVILLE, TN, (615) 309-0525

NU-TREE HEALTH FOOD SHOP
407 MAIN ST, FRANKLIN, TN 37064, (615) 794-5307

POWER SOURCE DISTRIBUTORS INC
1438 HIGHWAY 96, BURNS, TN 37029, (615) 441-1521

ROSSI' RECORD ROOM
1605 FRANKLIN ROAD, BRENTWOOD, TN 37027, (615) 373-9242

SHAKLEE INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTORS
1228 ARDEE AVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37216, (615) 262-4884
1808 FOX CHASE DR, GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072, (615) 859-9726

SMOOTHIE KING
2422 ELLISTON PL, NASHVILLE, TN 37203, (615) 321-4909

STELLAR WORLDWIDE INC
1013 WEMBERTON PL, NASHVILLE, TN, (615) 885-7616

STOVALL LYNDA ENTERPRISES
109 AINTREE CT, GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072, (615) 859-2962

SUNSHINE GROCERY
3201 BELMONT BLVD, NASHVILLE, TN 37212, (615) 297-5100

SUNSHINE NUTRITION CENTER
2104 BUENA VISTA PIKE, NASHVILLE, TN 37218, (615) 742-1572

TRJ ASSOCIATES INC
1800 GALLERIA BLVD, FRANKLIN, TN 37067, (615) 771-1113

UNITED SPECIALTY FOODS
2475 BRANSFORD AVE, NASHVILLE, TN 37204, (615) 269-7476

USA SPORTS LABS INC1438 HIGHWAY 96, BURNS, TN 37029, (615) 441-1521
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Friday, March 7, 2008



Frontier Natural Food COOP









Products
Spices, Seasonings & Baking Flavors
Spices & Seasonings A-ZFavorites: All-Purpose SeasoningFavorites: Bac'Uns™Favorites: Chili PeppersFavorites: CinnamonFavorites: GarlicFavorites: PeppercornsFavorites: Popcorn SeasoningFavorites: Salt & PepperFavorites: Vanilla BeansBaking Flavors & ExtractsSpice & Culinary Accessories
Garlic GadgetsGrinders & ShakersMills & ShakersMortars & PestlesScoops, Spoons & UtensilsBaking AccessoriesBBQ & Seafood AccessoriesCanning & FunnelsSpice RacksStrain & DrainWeights & MeasuresCleaning SolutionsGourmet Gadgets & ToolsSlicing & DicingPerfect PastaMeal PreparationServing ToolsSpecialties of the OrientStorage Containers & Labels
Dried Foods & Mixes
Baking & Cooking IngredientsVanilla BeansDried Fruits, Vegetables, Grains & SeedsBac'Uns™Bean MixesDrink MixesSoups, Broths & GraviesSoy FoodsSprouting SeedsDips & Salad Dressings
Loose-Leaf Teas
Fair Trade& Certified Organic TeasBlack & Oolong Teas Green & White Teas Herbal Teas Tea Pots, Bags, Infusers & Accessories
Tea Scoops & SpoonsTea Bags & InfusersTea StrainersTea TidiesTea Time ToppersTeapots, Kettles & MugsStorage ContainersFiltersYerba Maté Utensils
Holistic & Craft Herbs
Herbs A-ZHerbal BathsHerbal TeasDried FlowersPotpourri BlendsClay MasksBeeswaxHealth Foods & SupplementsHerb CapsulesHerb & Herb Accessories
Unfilled CapsulesHerb Encapsulation ToolsMortars & PestlesStorage Containers & LabelsWeights & Measures
Vitamin Accessories
Aromatherapy & Natural Personal Care
Aromatherapy Baths
Mineral Bath SaltsDead Sea Bath SaltsAromatherapy Foam BathsTherapeutic Bath Salts
Essential Oils
100% Pure Essential OilsEssential Oils BlendsPrecious Essentials
Personal Care
Aromatherapy SticksAromatherapy MistsSkin Care Oils Foot CareNatural Cocoa ButtersMassage CreamsBody/Massage Oils Lip Balm
Diffusers & Accessories
Oil & Personal Care Containers
Specials & Closeouts
Spice DIrectory
All-purpose seasoning All-Seasons Salt Allspice Anise Seed Apple Pie Spice Arrowroot Asafoetida Barbecue Seasoning Basil Bay Leaf Black Caraway Seed Cardamom Cayenne Celery Salt Celery Seed Chervil Leaf Chili Powder Chinese Five Spice Chinese Seasoning Chives Cilantro Cinnamon Cloves Coriander Seed Cumin Curry Powder Dill Seed Dill Weed Fajita Seasoning Fennel Fenugreek Fines Herbs Garam Masala Garlic Pepper Garlic Salt Ginger Grains of Paradise Greek Seasoning Gumbo File Herbes de Provence Hickory Barbecue Seasoning Horseradish Italian Seasoning Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Lemon Curry Powder Lemongrass Lemon Pepper Mace Marjoram Meat Rub Mulling Spice Nutmeg Oregano Paprika Pickling Spice Pink Peppercorns Popcorn Seasoning Poppy Seeds Pumpkin Pie Spice Rosemary Saffron Sage Leaf Sambhar Powder Savory Herb Seafood Boil Seafood Seasoning Sea Salt Seasoning Salt Sesame Seeds Star Anise Summer Savory Taco Seasoning Tarragon Leaf Thai Seasoning Thyme Turmeric




































































































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Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Bread Pudding

Bill Nicholson's Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding



Ingredients:

2 dozen Krispy Kreme Donuts

1 14-oz can Sweetened Condensed Milk (not evaporated)

1 can fruit cocktail (undrained)

2 Eggs, beaten

1 9 ounce box raisins

1 pinch salt

1 or 2 teaspoon cinnamon



Directions:

Cube donuts into a large bowl. Pour other ingredients on top of donuts and let soak for a few minutes. Mix all ingredients together until donuts have soaked up the liquid as much as possible.



Bake at 350 degrees for about an hour until center has jelled. Top with Butter Rum Sauce.



Butter Rum Sauce: 1 stick butter 1 pound box confectioner's sugar Rum to tasteMelt butter and slowly stir in confectioner's sugar. Add Rum and heat until bubbly. Pour over each serving of Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding.



Yield: 20-24 servings

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Inactive preparation time: 30 minutes

Cook time: 1 hour

Ease of preparation: easy



Recipe courtesy of Paula Deen



*******This is my all time favorite by Paula Dean~!
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Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Baked Ham with Soy & House Seasoning

Ingredients:
1 Whole fresh ham (uncured) - 10 to 15 pounds
Soy Sauce

Paula Deen's House Seasoning
Directions:
Rub ham well with soy sauce and then thoroughly coat with House Seasoning making sure to cover all surfaces. Sprinkle seasonings liberally until the ham is completely covered (don't worry about over-seasoning). Place uncovered in oven preheated at 325 degrees for 18-20 minutes per pound, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees on a meat thermometer. When done, let the ham rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Yield: 12 to 15 servings Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 18-20 minutes per pound Ease of preparation: Easy
Recipe courtesy Paula Deen
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