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Even You Can Prepare Great Meals With This Rice Cooker!

January 27, 2010 By Biggi View Comments
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I've never been much of a cook, not because I don't like to cook, but because I either don't have the know-how or time. Last Christmas I gave myself the best gift ever, a fuzzy logic rice and slow cooker! Now, the really good news is that it hasn't been collecting dust, but with the help of a great cookbook that I purchased at the same time, I am using the rice cooker regularly. What's amazing is that from the very first dish on, every meal has turned out perfect. So far, I've been using the rice cooker to make steel-cut oats, several types of risotto, jook - a type of rice soup, and quinoa. … [Read more...]

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Biggi’s Protein Fruit Smoothie – Recipe For Your Health

February 28, 2008 By Biggi View Comments
Protein Fruit Smoothie

This is my recipe for a healthy smoothie I've been drinking twice a day for the last year now. It is filling, very easy and quick to prepare, and has lot's of health benefits. The protein assists with tissue repair and muscle growth. The fiber will keep your colon and heart healthy. The many vitamin, minerals and antioxidants strengthen the immune system. The flax oil provides Omega 3, 6, and 9 essential fatty acids that support heart health and help maintain beautiful hair, skin, and nails. Ingredients: 3/4 cup water 1 serving whey protein powder (see label - a serving usually contains … [Read more...]

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Buckwheat Pancakes Recipe – Gluten and Wheat Free

September 12, 2007 By Biggi View Comments

Here's a yummy recipe for those of us that need or want to stay away from wheat and gluten. I am also using goat milk instead of cow's milk. Ingredients: 1 cup buckwheat flour 1 cup goat milk 1/2 cup sparkling water (this will make the pancakes fluffier - my German grandmother's secret) 1/4 tsp sea salt 1 Tbs maple syrup Preparation: Combine milk, sparkling water, sea salt, and maple syrup in a medium size bowl. Last add the buckwheat flour and mix the batter well with a wire whisk. Use virgin olive oil for frying in a small pan until pancakes turn golden brown. Serving … [Read more...]

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Delicious Quinoa Bowl

May 19, 2007 By Biggi View Comments

Here's a great recipe for anyone looking for a wheat and dairy free snack. Ingredients: 1 cup cooked quinoa 1/2 Tbs agave nectar (great natural sweetener with a low Glycemic Index) 1 Tbs chopped nuts (chose your favorite, I use pecans) 1/4 apple cut into small pieces ground cinnamon Preparation: In a small bowl first combine the cooked quinoa with the agave nectar and stir, then add cinnamon and stir again. Next mix in the chopped nuts. Now top the dish with the apple pieces and another dash of cinnamon and - voila! - a healthy and tasty snack. Technorati Tags: quinoa … [Read more...]

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