The True Cost of Food

It seems everywhere we turn there's more scary news about the fish on our plates. Genetically modified salmon appears headed for supermarket shelves, even as a recent study revealed the salmon could escape into the wild and cross-breed, posing a huge environmental risk for wild fish populations. Another investigation uncovered the dirty secrets of the Thai seafood industry, a major provider of shrimp to the U.S, and one of the worst culprits for human trafficking. That's just the tip of the iceberg. Ninety percent of all shrimp on American plates is imported from Asia, where it is grown on farms using high levels of antibiotics and chemicals that damage surrounding ecosystems, not to mention diners. And while salmon farming is being proclaimed as the way of the future, Monsanto too sees industrial aquaculture as a growing source of revenue for their genetically modified soy feed.

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Shopping Kitchen Appliances - Tips That May Help You

The kitchen is the heart of each home and should be well equipped to make daily kitchen task simpler. For new home owners or people who've decided to refurbish their kitchens, one of the most important things to consider are kitchen appliances. Whether from simple or sophisticated kitchen appliances, the most recent technology support the needs of home owners.

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Jamaican Jerk Chicken and Coconut Rice & Beans

If you love the bold flavors of Caribbean food, then this recipe is for you! The first time I had jerk chicken I was hooked and wiped my plate clean. Jerk chicken seasoning is based on chili peppers and Jamaican allspice, which is one of the most important spices used in the Caribbean. The preparation is easy with just a few simple steps and some marinating. Even more convenient, get all of the pre-measured ingredients for this Jamaican jerk recipe as part of our new GrubKit.

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Asian Beef Tostadas

 Please, don’t faint.  I know it has been a while since I have posted a new recipe.  Life has served up a big bowl of crazy for me lately….leaving my poor blog unattended and unloved.  But I am baaaack! I am back with an easy and delicious week night meal.  You can serve these as Asian Tostadas, or amp up the coleslaw and crumble the fried egg roll wrappers on top like a crouton and serve as a salad OR you could even use the small egg roll wrappers and bake them in mini muffin tins, then fill the mini wontons with the coleslaw and beef for a fun and hearty appetizer. I also love recipes like this one that use pre-made store bought items.  No one will ever know what little effort these fun Asian Beef Tostadas are to make.  All they will notice is the amazing flavors.

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Special Spaghetti

Special Spaghetti 

A super quick delicious dish that can be made in the time it takes to cook spaghetti!

Serves 2

Prep time:   5 minutes

Cooking time: 10 -12 minutes

Ingredients

1 fish stock cube

200g/7oz spaghetti

1 tbsp olive oil

2 cloves of garlic, peeled & finely chopped

100g/3½oz chorizo, cut into cubes

200g/7oz raw king prawns

2 tomatoes, chopped

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 lime, juice only

Salt & freshly ground pepper

Extra virgin olive oil, for dressing

Method

1.  Place the fish stock cube in a pan of boiling water and cook the spaghetti as per packet instructions.

2.  In a large frying pan heat the oil and fry the garlic until it has softened.  Add the chorizo and prawns and fry for 2-3 minutes.

3.  Add the tomatoes and red wine vinegar and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.

4.  Add the cooked spaghetti and stir through, drizzle with lime juice and season to taste.

5.  To serve, divide between to serving plates and drizzle over some extra virgin olive oil, enjoy!

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Massaman Beef Curry

Massaman Beef Curry

A very tender, melt in the mouth beef curry with a peanut crunch – delicious!

Serves 4-6

Prep time:  20-25 minutes

Cooking time: 2 hours 15 minutes

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Chicken Enchilada Recipe

Chicken Enchiladas

These have to be the best chicken enchiladas that I have ever tasted!  They are quite spicy so if you don’t like a dish to be too hot reduce the amount of chilli powder and chillies.  This dish can be prepared in advance and placed in the oven when your guests arrive.

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Delicious Chocolate Cake

Chocolate Cake

This has to be chocolate cake recipe, a chocoholics heaven!!  This is not for the faint hearted... it is beautifully moist & gooey!

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Taste of Home: Best Church Suppers

Fun, fellowship, and great food-these are the ingredients that make for a successful social gathering when supplied by people like you and the Taste of Home Test-Kitchen experts. Packed with 506 delicious, home-style recipes for bite-sized snacks, refreshing beverages, tasty appetizers, spectacular side dishes, hearty entrees, and delightful desserts-each recipe serving eight or more. You are sure to find a dish to suit any occasion-church breakfasts and suppers, potlucks, reunions, family gatherings, or any other event that draws a hungry crowd. Each recipe uses everyday ingredients and is designed to travel well.

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Use A Fruit And Vegetable Juicer

Spring is nearly here, and that means many of you will be digging into the cleaning supplies and giving your home a thorough scrub down in preparation for summer.
While you’re at it, why not give yourself a freshen up with some seasonal fruit juice?
During the cold winter months it can be easy to let the diet slip a little and find yourself picking up takeaways or digging into unhealthy foods on those cold rainy nights.

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