Archives: 2009 July

Mushrooms add something special to every meal and, when you are familiar with the different types of edible mushrooms, you can eat a different mushroom every night.
Types of Edible Mushrooms
Exotic mushrooms add a distinct flavor to your cooking, but unless you are a mushroom expert, known as a mycophagist, you are safer getting your mushrooms [...]

As fuel and grocery prices soar, more people are growing their own food and following the top methods of home food preservation to stretch their food dollars. Storing vegetables and fruits properly extends your food supply for several months or longer. If you’re a beginner or it’s been a long time, organizations such as the [...]

The best crockpot recipes are not only easy, but taste great. With busy schedules, many of us look for ways to save time and still put a healthy meal
on the table for our families even when we’re not in the mood to cook. The solution is your crockpot. It lets you add meat, liquids, seasonings [...]

When WannaKnow Best wanted to create a list of the best soup recipes, Carla Snyder and Meredith Deeds, the authors of 300 Sensational Soups, seemed like the perfect cooks for the job. With more than 50 years of combined experience in the food world, this prolific cookbook-writing duo specializes in fresh, fun recipes. Carla and [...]

Ingredients for Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe

10 ounces spinach
14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained
1 cup shredded Italian cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup Alfredo sauce

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Chop the spinach and artichoke into small pieces. If using frozen spinach, make sure it is thawed and dried before using.
Mix all [...]

Ingredients for Black Bean Dip Recipe

1 can black beans
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/3 cup salsa
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 bunch diced green onion
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 tbsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
Salt to taste

Instructions

Warm beans in a large pot.
Add spices and salt to taste.
Pour beans [...]

Ingredients for 7 Layer Bean Dip Recipe

2 cans refried beans
1 1/2 cups guacamole
1 bundle of green onions, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
4 oz. black olives, halved
8 oz. Cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 pkg. taco mix

Instructions

Warm the refried beans and stir in the taco mix.
Spoon the beans into [...]

Ingredients for Cheese Balls No 1 Recipe

½ lb cream cheese
2 tablespoons cream
1 teaspoon French mustard
Chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

Season with pepper and salt and a little onion Grate or mash cheese Add mustard, cream and seasoning Form into balls and serve on lettuce They may be rolled in ground nuts.

In many cases, the best rated appetizer recipes are the ones that are the easiest to make. Appetizers are a popular choice for first courses, snacks, party foods, and in some cases as meals. For an appetizer to be highly rated, what matters is that the dish tastes great and is popular with family members [...]

Classic, easy treats that appeal to everyone – the best chocolate chip cookie recipes suit individual preferences and tastes. For nearly a century, these delicious cookies have been favorites for young and old, and everyone has their personal best recipes. The key to a great recipe is to follow the instructions carefully until you’ve learned [...]