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How to Stone Cherries
You want to learn how to remove the stones of the cherries so you can use them in your desserts, fruit salads or jams? Then read these simple instructions. If you are wondering about the nutrients and calories in cherry simply click here to scroll to the bottom of the page. TIP: Choose firm cherries…
Tomatoes
Some of the best tomatoes in the world are found in Mediterranean markets, so it is hardly surprising that it is impossible to imagine Mediterranean food without them. But these “golden apples” were unknown in the Mediterranean until the 16th century, when they were brought from Mexico. In some countries, they were known as “love-apples”…
Spinach
This dark green leafy vegetable is especially popular in Mediterranean countries. Originally cultivated in Persia in the 6th century, it was brought to Europe by Arab traders some thousand years later. Cooked or raw, it is a particularly good source of vitamins A and C, and is also rich in minerals, especially iron. How to…
Things to Know About Olive Oil
Unlike other oils, which are extracted from the seeds or dried fruits of plants, olive oil is pressed from the pulp of ripe olives, which give it an inimitable richness and flavor. Besides being polyunsaturated and a natural fat, making it a healthy alternative to many other fats, olive oil is valued for its fine,…
Low Fat: Tomato, Orange and Tarragon Soup Recipe
Establish your culinary reputation with this! A refreshing soup that can be served hot or cold is a sure winner. SERVES: 8PREP TIME: 15 minCOOK TIME: 30 minREADY TIME: 45 minCALORIES: 65 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 onion, sliced 175…
Low Fat: Fennel Soup Recipes
SERVES: 4PREP TIME: 5 minCOOK TIME: 20 minREADY TIME: 25 minCALORIES: 70 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 2 fennel bulbs, with leaves 1 onion, finely chopped 600 ml (1 pint) Chicken Stock 150 ml (¼ pint) skimmed milk 1 teaspoon pesto Salt and pepper Small…
Low Fat Soups: Orange Consomme Recipe
A deliciously refreshing starter to any meal. The preparation takes hardly any time at all and, if you want to speed up the chilling process, cool and cover the consomme, then place it in the freezer until the surface is covered with a thin layer of ice. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 5 minCOOK TIME: 5 minREADY TIME:…
Low Fat Recipes: Yellow Pepper Soup
Slightly sweet, yellow peppers are milder in flavour than green ones. All peppers are rich in vitamin C. SERVES: 8PREP TIME: 17 minCOOK TIME: 53 minREADY TIME: 1 h 10 minCALORIES: 100 Kcal ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 3 yellow peppers, cored and deseeded 50 g/2…
Things to Know About Peppers
Peppers are delicious additions to salads, they add a lovely crunch and a wonderful color, ranging from green to red. They are also rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B6 and a good source of dietary fiber. Peppers comes with a variety of shapes. Bell peppers, genetically known as capsicums, has…
French Cuisine: Roquefort and Cucumber Mousse Recipe
This cool and refreshing mousse makes a perfect summer starter. Other blue-veined cheeses, such as bleu d’Auvergne or fourme d’Ambert, may be used instead Roquefort. SERVES: 6PREP TIME: 5 hCOOK TIME: 10 minREADY TIME: 5 h 10 minCUISINE: French ⇓ You may also listen to the recipe by pressing the play button below. INGREDIENTS 18 cm…
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