It's true that some meals with pasta as their underlying component can get very heavy, especially when you add the thick, meat-rich Italian made sauces. You might think of the big favorite, lasagna, with its layers of meat, rich cheeses, long noodles and tomato sauces. Yet there is a lot more than just that to Italian pasta recipes, and it takes the mere seasonal progression from springtime to early summer to demonstrate that. As these seasons...more
It is doubtful that there is a person on the planet who has not tasted, or at least has not heard of the lasagna. It is considered to be the most popular specialty all over the world, having millions of admirers. But as any other dish, lasagna also has its own origin and you are very likely to know where it comes from- of course Italy. Just like the pizza, pasta and the other dishes, lasagna is also one of the specialties Italy is proud of....more
Desserts are a meal which is consumed since the beginning of our time. However you should know that in different parts of the world there are different ideas for what a dessert actually is. While in some parts we know the classic meaning of dessert - a pastry filled with sugar or sweet ingredients, in other parts the dessert is for instance cheese or another similar product. One thing is for sure - desserts aren't going away soon and are an important part of our life.And of course all people have different tastes so one may like one type of desserts, while another can hate it and like something completely different. However there are also people who just avoid eating desserts. There are usually a number of reasons for that, like health problems, frustrations or just lack of likeness. But we can tell you that no person has lived a life of full value unless he or she has tasted a dessert filled with sweet syrups and ingredients.Fondant is one of the most used confections on desserts. It is usually used on cakes, but it can as well be used with any kind of a dessert. The reason of why it is mainly used with cakes is the opportunity to draw different textures with it and make not only...more
The best way to cook an easy lasagna recipe that everyone will love is by making sure that you blend the right ingredients and follow all the laid down procedure for cooking. With the right blend of sweetened sauce, mozzarella and cottage cheese, even the very hard to please children really enjoy this mouth watering recipe. What makes this...more
Low fat vegetarian recipes vary, depending on the health requirements and preferences of eaters. Some recipes may include a sprinkling of ingredients with healthy fats in them, such as avocados, coconuts, nuts and seeds. These may be fine for individuals who desire nutritious meals packed with vitamins for immune health and tissue...more
Soup can be a meal by itself. For people who are weight-conscious, a few healthy ingredients added to soup can spell a whole lot of difference. Here are some nourishing low fat soup recipes smart homemakers or chefs can whip up in a jiffy and serve at home.Pressed for time? Try preparing chilled cucumber soup with thick, plain nonfat Greek yogurt packed with protein and calcium. You'd have to remove first the seeds from the peeled cucumbers. Chop some onions, and with a little fresh parsley and mint, add to a blender along with the yogurt. Chill and serve.Other simple to prepare low fat soup recipes are asparagus soup, gazpacho soup, and onion soup. Remove the ends of the asparagus spears. In an oven, cook the asparagus with chopped onion, celery, leeks and sliced potato in a few teaspoons of olive oil. Add vegetable broth, then let the mixture simmer, then put in blender to puree. Transfer to the oven and stir in far-free sour cream for a tasty asparagus soup. For the gazpacho soup, have at hand fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, plus low sodium vegetable juice and virgin olive oil. Mix and chill. Onion soup, on the other hand, may be made with a vegetable based broth....more
Besides existing in very many different types Lasagna recipes are also well known for their diverse variations in their preparations. This dish has its origin in Italy but most people believe they are from the British Isles. Lasagna is a derivative...more
Planning a lavish party or celebrating with special friends, whatever the cause cocktails make for the best part. Initially cocktails were a mixture of spirits, sugar, water and bitters. However, change in lifestyles and cultural...more
The Paleo Diet is not a fad diet. It is an Eating Life Style or re-engineering of our diet and eating habits. Discover how to create delicious, healthy, low fat & low carb recipes for weight loss and optimal weight maintenance.The Paleo Diet can be...more
Recipes for diabetics are prepared by keeping in mind the health requirements of the diabetic person. If you have a sweet tooth, a low fat dessert recipe is a great way to treat your taste bud without worrying about weight or health problems. Low fat...more
For all those who have their favorite rum recipe and love to sip quietly on a rum cocktail, you may not often sit and ponder the history of this wonderfully versatile spirit. Today there are literally thousands of rum recipes for cocktails, punches...more
Easy dessert recipes explained with pictures help you to prepare as many deserts you want. Good tasty desserts are the conclusion of perfect meals. They make wedding, birthday parties, anniversaries, homecoming, and every other similar occasion, big...more