Herb Focaccia Recipe

Ingredients 3/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F) 1 package fast-acting dry yeast 2 3/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion 4 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil Preparation Lightly grease cookie sheet with shortening or cooking spray. In medium bowl, stir together water, yeast, Bisquick mix, oregano, 1/4 cup of the onion and 3 teaspoons of the oil (dough will be soft)....

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 167 words · Elmer Freeman

Here S Why Margot Robbie Rarely Wears Her Wedding Ring

Preparation Last December, Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley revealed that they secretly tied the knot. Since then, they’ve opened up about their relationship (although the specifics are still a bit misty). Recently, Robbie spoke with Vogue Australia, and in her interview, she dished on her wedding ring and her marriage. According to Robbie, married life isn’t all that different from the rest of the couple’s years together. “That’s the thing, we were best friends and roommates before and now we’re like best friends and roommates still, so nothing’s really changed at all,” she shared....

January 21, 2022 · 2 min · 257 words · Carol Youngblood

How To Make Your Own Colored Paint Washes For Wooden Surfaces

Preparation LEFT COLUMN: OPAQUE WASH This finish, which is two parts paint to one part water, reveals only a few subtle hints of the grain. MIDDLE COLUMN: MEDIUM WASH Combining equal parts paint and water makes brushstrokes less apparent. The underlying pattern will come into view. RIGHT COLUMN: LIGHT WASH Mix two parts water with one part paint for a soft tint that showcases the wood’s texture. Related Video

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 69 words · Aaron Bannon

How To Season A Carbon Steel Pan Step By Step Guide

Like most families, we were using non-stick frying pans for quite a long time. The main reasons are obvious. The convenience of cooking all types of food and the ease of cleaning. Whenever the protective coating started to peel or showed scratches, we would replace them. After a while, the cost seemed to be adding up as we were replacing them yearly the moment we spotted visible scores and scratches....

January 21, 2022 · 8 min · 1560 words · Shannon Carrick

Japanese Cucumber Pantry

Have you tried Japanese cucumbers? Called Kyuri (胡瓜・きゅうり) in Japanese, these crunchy cucumbers have a forest green skin with long and slender bodies. The length is between an English cucumber and a Persian cucumber. Japanese cucumbers do not contain developed seeds and are slightly sweet with no bitterness. It’s a versatile ingredient that’s especially eaten during the hot and humid Japanese summers. What Are Japanese Cucumbers Japanese cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are a beloved vegetable in Japanese cuisine....

January 21, 2022 · 3 min · 572 words · Raymond Edes

Lemon Poppy Seed Pull Apart Coffee Cake Recipe

Ingredients 4 to 4 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 2 packages quick active dry yeast 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups warm milk (105°F to 115°F) 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted 1/2 cup sugar 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1 tablespoon poppy seed 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted Preparation In large bowl, stir 4 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, the yeast, salt, milk and 1/2 cup melted butter until well mixed....

January 21, 2022 · 2 min · 292 words · Beatrice Ishikawa

Matcha Cookies

I have always had a sweet tooth starting at a young age. As I got older, my taste bud for sweets has evolved and I’ve come to appreciate baked goods and confectionaries that have different tones of flavor and are preferably not overly sweet. When comes to flavoring in the sweet department, my absolute favorite is matcha (green tea powder). The earthy, slightly bitter taste with a sweet hint of vanilla-like aroma of matcha is utterly dreamy and alluring, which makes it a delightful ingredient to work with....

January 21, 2022 · 4 min · 650 words · Nancy Hall

Mocha Coffee Frapp Recipe

Ingredients 1 Fiber One™ 90 Calorie chocolate fudge brownies, chopped into chunks 1/2 cup sugar-free frozen yogurt 1/4 cup prepared strong coffee, cold 3 tablespoons sugar-free chocolate syrup (or to taste) 1/2 cup ice cubes Preparation Combine the ingredients in your blender and blend until smooth. Related Video

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 48 words · Daniel Allison

Onion Salad Recipe Valentina S Corner

The side salad is especially a must with grilled meat like the chicken thighs, the juicy pork chops, or even salmon. ONION SALAD- The ultimate homemade onion salad recipe made with a vinegar dressing and ready in just 5 minutes! Sliced sweet onion tossed with vinegar, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne, and cilantro. You can easily adjust the heat of the salad by adding more cayenne pepper or leaving it out completely....

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 209 words · Johnny Sullivan

Orange Glazed Rosemary Cranberry Cutouts Recipe

Ingredients 1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix 1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 egg, slightly beaten 3/4 cup finely chopped dried cranberries 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar 2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted 1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, flour, 1/3 cup softened butter and egg until soft dough forms....

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 189 words · Shirley Bilbro

Orzo With Bacon And Asparagus Recipe

Ingredients 6 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 (14-oz.) can fat-free chicken broth with 1/3 less sodium 6 1/2 oz. (1 cup) uncooked orzo or rosamarina (rice-shaped pasta) 8 oz. fresh asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup sliced roasted red bell peppers (from a jar) 2 oz. (1/2 cup) shredded fresh Asiago or Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook bacon in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp....

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 127 words · Jason Lofgren

Persimmon Walnut Bread Recipe

Ingredients 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted 1 1/4 cups persimmon puree (about 3 ripe Hachiya Persimmons) 1/2 cup sour cream 2 eggs 1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted* 1 cup chopped pitted dates Preparation Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and nutmeg....

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 153 words · Sarah Parlin

Rice With Pasta Recipe

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 package (7 oz) fideo pasta or vermicelli or angel hair pasta, broken into 1-inch lengths 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 2 cups converted long grain white rice 4 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon salt Fresh cilantro leaves, if desired Preparation In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Stir in pasta; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown....

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 132 words · Gary Sullivan

Root Vegetable Pot Roast Recipe

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 lb) 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 2 cups chopped onions 1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (from 32-oz carton) 1 cup dry red wine 1/4 cup tomato paste 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves 1 1/4 lb rutabaga, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes 1/2 lb parsnips, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces...

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 208 words · John Nolasco

Savory Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

Ingredients 4 slices turkey bacon 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion 1 can (17 oz) sweet potatoes, drained 2 tablespoons sugar 3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 2 eggs 1 crust from 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box 5 thin rings green bell pepper Preparation Heat oven to 375°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, turning once, until crisp; place on paper towels....

January 21, 2022 · 2 min · 220 words · Danielle Lehmann

Sesame Pork Strips Recipe

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted 1 pound pork boneless loin chops, 1 inch thick 1 1/4 cups Original Bisquick™ mix 1/3 cup sesame seed 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground mustard 2 eggs 2 tablespoons milk 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted Sweet-and-sour sauce or mustard, if desired Preparation Heat oven to 400°. Spread 1 tablespoon butter in 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Remove fat from pork. Cut pork into 1/4-inch slices; cut slices into 1/2-inch-wide strips....

January 21, 2022 · 1 min · 134 words · Abe Davis

Soba Noodles Kitchen Pantry

Soba noodles (蕎麦・そば) are a type of Japanese noodle made from buckwheat flour or a combination of buckwheat and wheat flour. They are available fresh or dried. Soba shops with noodles made in-house are a real treat as the dough is highly brittle and difficult to knead, thus requiring mastery of the craft. High in nutrition, it’s a specialty that you won’t want to miss when you visit Japan....

January 21, 2022 · 6 min · 1214 words · Joseph Theil

Tan Men Midnight Diner Tokyo Stories

When I am too busy, tan-men is one of our quick ramen menus I serve at home. You have hearty yet light soup and chewy noodles with some vegetables and meat. Compared to heavy ramen broth, tan-men is light and easy on your tummy. Tan-men or sometimes known as Tan Tan Ramen was featured on the popular Japanese TV program called “Shinya Shokudo (深夜食堂)” or “Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories” which is now available on Netflix....

January 21, 2022 · 3 min · 637 words · Cory Vizza

The Best Hair Growth Products

Preparation Hair growth is a finicky process. With so many products claiming to help, discerning between what actually works and what doesn’t can feel like a job in and of itself. Whether your hair is super fine and thinning or you simply find yourself wishing for a fuller, thicker head of hair, finding products that will help you achieve the growth you want requires expert input. “The earlier you address thinning hair, the better,” says Dr....

January 21, 2022 · 5 min · 1020 words · Bruce Gober

The Health Benefits Of Asparagus Why Everyone Should Eat More Of This Mighty Green

Preparation While you can buy asparagus pretty much year round and enjoy it blanched, sautéed, raw, grilled, or roasted, this Mediterranean transplant is meant to be enjoyed at the height of spring, when it’s bursting with flavor. Not only does it taste good, but asparagus is also packed with a spectacular array of nutrients. What makes it such a powerhouse veggie? It’s low in calories and high in fiber, but that’s just the start of what this mighty green has to offer....

January 21, 2022 · 2 min · 410 words · Gloria Stokes